Welcome to Episode 2 of Stealing Focus! With panelists Jessica Vann, Desiree Staples, and host, Becca Holloway, join us in discussing the 2016 Tony Awards. Categories we tackle in this episode include:

Best Leading Actress (Musical)
Best Score
Best Lighting Design (Musical)
Best Costume Design (Musical)
Best Book of a Musical
Best Play Revival

Stealing Focus Episode 2

Welcome to Episode 5 of Stealing Focus! In our first one-on-one interview with a Jeff Award winner, Elizabeth Lovelady, and host, Becca Holloway, discuss tips for new writers, and delve into Ms. Lovelady's journey into becoming a successful writer, director, and actor in Chicago.
Interstitial music is "Can't Control the Weather" by Fairground Saints

Stealing Focus Episode 5

This is Episode 4 of Stealing Focus. Our guest this week is Jenn Vance, an actress from Chicago, who joins host Becca Holloway in discussing their favorite Chicago shows from 2016, so far! Let us know if your favorite made our lists!

Interstitial music is "Perfect Storm" by Cardiknox

Stealing Focus Episode 4

Host Becca Holloway invites Headshot and Resume experts Emily Lane and Marisa Lerman on for episode 6 of Stealing Focus! This episode provides the do's and don'ts of creating your headshot and resume. Topics discussed include:

Styling your photo session
How to choose your photographer
Listing your credits on your resume
and
What to include in your special skills

Interstitial music is "You Go Down Smooth" by Lake Street Dive

Stealing Focus Episode 6

This week's guests are Missy Wise and Roy Brown! Along with host Becca Holloway, they delve into what it takes to make your audition book KILL in musical auditions. Topics discussed include:
How to format your book
Proper cutting techniques
Where to find songs 

Website for Missy's voice studio is: www.davinyoungsvoice.com

Interstitial music is "Something About You" by Lucius.

Stealing Focus Episode 7

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