Theatre Minor

Good Evening, lovelies!

It's been a long, busy week.

Midterms started on Tuesday, I got my piano exam out of the way, and I did pretty well I think!

I always get nervous when playing the piano.  It's so different than singing in front of people! x3

Anyway, the main reason for this post is...

I've completed a Theatre Minor and have added it to my degree!

Those of you who have been reading for a while know that I major in Music Business, and I switched to my current major after two years in the theatre department at my University.  A few weeks ago, I found out that I had enough credits to add a theatre minor to my degree, and I finished the paperwork this week!

That bright orange though...

I'm so happy that I have something to show for the two years of work that I put into the theatre department, and I got to see some of my professors who I haven't seen in a long time.  I was especially happy to see Sara, who taught the theatre administration classes I took, and Barbara, who taught design classes and mentored me while I was working as the Assistant Props Master for Cinderella.  

I'm also pleased that I can add this to my resume, as it shows potential employers that I have a wide variety of skills to offer in the work force.

That's something I've been thinking about a lot...getting a job once I graduate. 

I know it's still in the Fall semester, but mid terms are happening, people!!!  The semester is going by fast!

Come Spring Break, I'll be starting the job application process, and I'll be leaving part of my future in other people's hands...it's kind of scary.

But exciting too.  As my acting professor Denise said on Tuesday, it's time for me to spread my wings.

My future is uncertain, but I have some tools to get through it.  I'm sure other seniors are starting to feel the pressure of graduation right about now too...

But enough with all the serious stuff!  Tomorrow is Friday and there's fun stuff to do on the weekend!

Good night everyone, and Happy Friday Eve!

xoxo

Martha

Morticia-Inspired Black

Hello everyone!

It's been a while since I've done an outfit post, but I'm back with a new style to try!

Since it is October, I want to experiment with darker colors, and how to make them interesting, since most of my Fall/Winter fashion in past years has been quite boring with darker colors, or obnoxiously pastel.

I'm going to try and make simple outfits with dark colors into my own style.

Let's check out my first attempt, shall we?

Details from the top down:

Necklace: Betsey Johnson

Top: Thrifted

Dress: Topshop

Ring: Local artisan from Dallas

I watched The Addams Family recently, and I was inspired by Morticia's wardrobe.  She makes wearing all black look so fashionable and simple!  My problem with black in the past has been that I just look like a shapeless blob of boring.  In looking at Morticia and through my own closet, I've noticed that playing with textures is necessary when wearing all black, or mostly dark colors.  Using the top with lace sleeves, I created a point of interest in my outfit, even though it's only one color.  The A-line hem of the dress makes for a flattering shape as well, complimenting the tightness of the sleeves and the top of the dress.  

In the interest of keeping this outfit classy with a bit of edge, I kept the jewelry minimal.  The necklace brings a pop of color to the outfit, and since it's red, it fits in with the Morticia inspired theme, since the only color she wears is the red on her nails and lips.  The combination of black and red always makes me think of vampires, which is fun for October, since all I can really think about is Halloween.

xD

The ring is something I've been wearing often lately, since it goes with almost every outfit I put together.  I felt that with the lace on my arms, my hand needed some embellishment as well.  

And as you can see, I now have blue hair!

I had some leftover purple dye from when I had lilac pieces in my hair over the Summer, but without diluting it with conditioner at all, the color turns out a cobalt blue!  It's not what I expected, but I like it a lot, and I think it'll help me experiment more with darker colors.  It goes well with my pink clothes too. ^^

I hope you enjoyed this outfit post, and I have some more fun stuff for you coming up soon!

Thanks for reading, and I'll see you next time!

xoxo

Martha

Weekend!!!

I only have two classes on Fridays, so I usually count Thursday night as the start of my weekend

xD

It might sound a bit frivolous, but it makes me feel great!

It's been a long week, so this weekend is much needed.

But it won't be all sleeping and doing nothing, since I still have some work to do!

I'll be recording for Gamer Girls this weekend, as well as practicing my repertoire for voice lessons.

The piece I'm working on right now is "Porgi, Amor" from The Marriage of Figaro.

I love singing Italian arias...the language is beautiful and I think it lends itself to the dramatic.

Take a listen to the fabulous Mirella Freni singing it:

Isn't it wonderful?

I always seem to love the dramatic, depressing arias best.

Is that sadistic...?

XD

I just think they're so much fun to sing...and the music for them is much meatier than the happier arias.

Once I've polished it some more and gotten it up on its feet, I'll upload myself singing it during my voice lesson to YouTube.

I hope you'll look forward to it!

Anyway...

I'll be taking some time this weekend to catch up on some anime and cartoons.

I'm still watching AKB0048: Next Stage, and I need to watch the newest episode of Sailor Moon Crystal.  I'll probably finish up Justice League as well.  I can't believe I'm almost finished with it! T__T

I've really gotten into the DC Universe recently, especially the Justice League.  But at least there's still Justice League Unlimited, right?

I've turned into a superhero addict.

And I'm still on my quest to find Season 2 of Young Justice since Netflix doesn't have it.

Anyway, I'll be productive this weekend, but I'll have plenty of time to relax too.

Have a good night everyone, and Happy Weekend!

xoxo

Martha