John Wilson

Husband, Father, Actor, Teacher, Chair, UCM School of Visual and Performing Arts, Writer, Author of The Actor As Fire And Cloud, Broncos fan.

[John Wilson @keonishakespear]

If you are called to be a lighthouse in the gathering storm, make sure you illuminate truth and radiate love. https://t.co/JXSAsuRECz

[John Wilson @keonishakespear]

@USATODAY You couldn’t be more moronic. Propaganda much? You had ONE job! It was so easy: TELL THE TRUTH! But you couldn’t even get that one right. Maybe since the USA uses the eagle as a symbol too, USA Today should change its name to The Völkischer Beobachter??

[UCM Theatre & Dance @UCMTheatre]

Heroes Restaurant & Pub has been a favorite pre-show dinner and post-show hang-out for decades! They’ve also hosted countless department parties over the years. What’s your favorite #ucmtheatreanddance related memory at Heroes?

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“Physical theatres are theatre forms that have lineages going back to dance, mime, or predominantly movement-based performance forms, and which treat text equally amongst the many sources of creativity in the theatre.” @TheTheatreTimes dives deeper!

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Java Junction has provided a cozy spot for #coffee talk, study groups, and line memorization for years. As Clark Gable once said, “I never laugh until I’ve had my coffee.” Thank you, Java Junction! #ucmtheatreanddance

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Freelance Sound Designer/Composer, and Audio/Video Technician Elisabeth Weidner shares a list of women who’ve played an important role in the history of theatre: some you may have heard of, some who might be new to you! #sounddesign
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One of the first stops for new students and families visiting #UCM is the Old Drum statue that sits on the Warrensburg courthouse lawn. This guy’s the impetus for the famous sentiment, “A dog is a man’s best friend.” Please drop a photo of your dog below!

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Our world needs creative people. It always will. We’re the people who invent, explore ideas, and find solutions to problems when others are still scratching their heads. This article from Fast Company discusses improvisation as a holy grail of creativity.
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Willem Dafoe says, “Great theatre is about challenging how we think and encouraging us to fantasize about a world we aspire to.” Let’s build worlds to play in and aspire to! #ucmtheatreanddance

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Ain’t no shame in a #sidehustle game! Check out these #creative ways to generate income that can help bridge the gap between humble beginnings and your career goals! @CapitolStandard shares 51 innovative and actionable ideas for side jobs!

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When it is used in a meaningful way, social media can be our best marketing tool as theatre artists. You can build a following, brand yourself as relatable, and set yourself apart.
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Have you wondered who painted this sign and how long it’s been hanging in the Highlander Theatre? Anyone know the answer? #theatre #ucmtheatreanddance

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Tap shoes gathering dust? Ballet shoes slouched sadly in the corner? You miss Ashley, and all your dance friends? How about dancing along with these online dance tutorials listed at @thespians1? You can show us your moves when we’re back in the fall!

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Sound designers build the world of the play using music and sound effects. In the comments below, what music or sound effects would you use to communicate your inner world to the audience? #sounddesign

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#dramatherapy As #positivepsychology notes, “It is rooted in instinctive human behaviors and need fulfillment, and takes advantage of some of our inherent desires to enact positive change and promote healing.” Read more below!

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Is this ladder to the grid an exciting adventure, or an instrument of torture burning brightly with the fear of a thousand suns? Also, there’s no in between. #theatre #ucmtheatreanddance

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Peter Brook writes, “I can take any empty space and call it a bare stage. A man walks across this empty space whilst someone else is watching him, and this is all that is needed for an act of theatre to be engaged.” What found space is your next stage? #ucmtheatreanddance

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"Dr. King is encouraging us all to keep moving even though we are facing not one but two pandemics right now, and to just keep crawling because it will get better."--Elise Marshall (BFA Musical Theatre Alum, 2020)
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Ever wondered what it would be like to freelance as a Lighting Designer? #CoryPattak compares it to mountain climbing (in a good way). Walking into a theatre to build a show takes forethought and prep. This @ETCInc offers insight into the process!

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This sign creates an instant spark of energy in me! A spark accompanied by the memory of the smell of hairspray and Ben Nye, the sight of stage lights peeking through curtains, and the distant sound of conversations in the greenroom. How about you? #theatre

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The work of award winning #setdesigner @LeslieTravers is mesmerizing! Take a few minutes to explore his portfolio and be inspired! Innovative, creative, brilliant!

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