1st Edition
How to Be a Multi-Hyphenate in the Theatre Business: Conversations, Advice, and Tips from “Dear Multi-Hyphenate”
Part 1: Preparation 1. What is a Multi-Hyphenate? 2. It’s Not About You 3. Skill vs. Proficiency Part 2: Application 4. Access: Location, Process and Cycle 5. Workflow and Work Ethic 6. Fortitude of Failure 7. Boundaries 8. Get a GRIP: Methods of Protection Part 3: Navigation 9. Networking vs. Netweaving 10. Social Media 11. Comparison May Not Be the Thief of Joy 12. Passion, Purpose, and Socially Responsible Artistry
Biography
Michael Kushner is New York City’s leading multi-hyphenate and the executive producer of the Emmy-nominated series Indoor Boys. In true multi-hyphenate form, Michael served as the director of programming for The Green Room 42, providing the space with sold-out programming post-pandemic. He is the owner of Michael Kushner Photography and has been published in the New York Times, Vogue, Playbill, and more. He is also the creator of The Dressing Room Project, where he photographs actors prepping for their roles on and off Broadway. Michael holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from Ithaca College, where he won the 2020 Outstanding Young Alumni Award. He is the founding member of Musical Theatre Factory, the Executive Producer of XaveMePlease (created by Wesley Taylor, Frameline 43 Festival Finalist), and the creator of the podcast Dear Multi-Hyphenate with Broadway Podcast Network. He is an active participant of Covenant House Sleep Out, as well as a performer and a member of the Actors' Equity Association.
