The Acting Department at the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM Acting) proudly presents its first Virtual Senior Showcase. Although the COVID-19 novel coronavirus prevented CCM Acting from holding its customary Senior Showcases for agents and casting directors in New York and Los Angeles this spring, the program's new Virtual Senior Showcase allows industry insiders and the general public to see this year's seniors in action.
The video showcase includes five scenes showcasing the talents of CCM Acting's Class of 2020. Directed by Professor D'Arcy Smith, the A.B., Dolly, Ralph and Julia Cohen Chair in Acting at CCM, the showcase features students performing excerpts from TV programs, films and plays including "227," "Pretty Little Liars," My So Called Gay Life," "Pysch" and "Embers." A collaboration with CCM's Electronic Media program, the CCM Acting Virtual Senior Showcase features the work of E-Media majors Caleb Smiley and Carlos Herriott II. Viewer discretion is advised; this video features strong language and mature content.
"Although we've transition to remote operations, we remain committed to our ongoing academic and artistic missions," says Smith. "Our senior Acting students have put in countless hours preparing for their industry debuts in this year's Senior Showcase and they deserve to have their time in the spotlight. They should be very proud of everything that they have accomplished, and we are happy to present this video snapshot of their talent for the entire world to enjoy."
Get to know the graduating seniors by reading their professional summaries below!
