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Student Reflection on Working: A Musical
This fall, I am blessed with the opportunity to perform with Theater TC in Working: A Musical. And though still in the rehearsal process, the production has become one of the most impactful experiences of my theater journey.
Through the stories of a housewife, a teacher, a project manager, and many others, this show reminds us that behind every job is a person, and behind every person is a story worth telling. I have the privilege of portraying the Waitress, a character whose story highlights the patience and dedication behind everyday work. Through this role, I have come to appreciate the people who spend their days caring for others, often without ever being asked how they are doing themselves. We interact with countless people throughout our lives without knowing the dreams they have put aside, the hardships they carry, or the sacrifices they make for the people they love. Working reminds us that individuals are not solely defined by their occupation, and no one's story is too insignificant to tell. As performers, we have the opportunity to give a voice to the people we too often overlook.
I am deeply grateful to Theater TC and my castmates for bringing these stories to life, and I hope our audiences leave remembering that every person they encounter is living a life just as complex and meaningful as their own.
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