Bucket List

Hey everyone!

So...I haven't been running. It's something I need to work on (dang cold!). BUT I wanted to tell you about something I just did today.

I auditioned for So You Think You Can Dance.

Now- before we go any farther I legally cannot say how my audition went until after the show airs in May.  So I'm not going to say. But there's a different reason for why I went there.  And that's why regardless how this audition went- I am happy with the outcome.

See! Proof! Please ignore my hat...didn't want to smush it.

Here's the thing- I am not a dancer.  I would classify myself as more of an actress that moves well then a dancer.  But I wanted to ask someone (I obviously thought about the main judges but there is more to that) about something the show isn't known for.  I wanted to ask if I could be considered for a choreography internship.  I didn't know if it would work, I was prepared to dance but I was really hoping to just talk to someone and avoid taking time from people who were more prepared than I.  Because I have to say, while I love dancing and auditioning for shows like this will continue to be in my future if I am allowed...I don't necessarily want to be a professional dancer.  I just want to enjoy what I do.And to be a good performer, I need to be rounded and dancing is one of those areas I need to work on.  But I thought if I could drop off my reel maybe, just maybe, I could do something different. I could play to my strengths. And if I was REALLY lucky I could meet Travis Wall, Nappy Tabs, Sonya, Mandy Moore, etc!

It was an early morning, it was FREEZING, but I met really cool people. And I got to see some really awesome dancers (including one of my favorite dancers from Season 8, Marko!) And my main objective of dropping off my choreography reel came true! Whether they watch it is up to them...but I at least did all I could think of doing. Auditioning for this show (in any way or form) has been one of those bucket list things (like running a 1/2 marathon) and I'm super proud of how I did. Could I have done better...yes. You can always do better. But I'm just happy that I did it and I encourage that you all go and try to tackle a bucket list item for yourself. You might be surprised at what you can do :)

I am happy to say that I am an assistant choreographer for an upcoming show in Chicago and that I am a small part in an upcoming pilot! Super excited and super happy to be working on all these cool projects!

Until next time, keep running (and achieving and being) strong!

Actress on the Run