As a member of and leader within the International Thespian Society, there is a saying from Alexander Pope that drives me every day to meet my goals both in and outside of theatre: “act well your part, there all the honor lies.” As my time in high school theatre comes to an end, I think of what these words will mean to me in the future and how they will continue to shape me, as they have done so for many years. I would not be the kind, compassionate, and outgoing spirit that I am today without the experiences that I obtained from working with my fellow thespians and friends. What carries me through even the darkest of times is my passion and love for performance, as this motivates me to solve problems in new and unusual ways, create a sense of community with others, and grow as both a student and teacher to others. …show more content…
Although rigorous deadlines and complex projects are intimidating to some, I have learned through my theatrical experiences to overcome such challenges, managing my time and skills effectively so I can meet the expectations of myself and others. For example, in my sophomore year of high school, I was the set designer for my school’s production of Annie. With a small crew and only a few weeks to construct a massive set for an entire musical, I put in late hours every day to ensure that my original drawings would come to life in the most magical of ways. I learned to work with limited resources and overcome what I consider to be one of the biggest trials I have faced in my life. The work ethic and critical thinking skills that I have acquired through such experiences in theatre are invaluable and crucial to what defines my personality and abilities as an