Wednesday, November 17, 2010

Wilkommen!

Hello readers, and welcome to "Behind the Curtain."

This blog is still in its infancy, but hopefully it can grow to find its place on the internet. While I am not deluded enough into thinking that my opinions and feelings are interesting to anyone except myself (and a select few... hi mom), I finally found cause to create a blog recently, as I began my foray into the world of agenting in New York City. The way I see it, blogs can - and should - accomplish two things.

1) Advocacy - While I am the last person alive to enjoy political blogs, there is a need for advocacy in this day and age. It wasn't until I hit the blogosphere as an "audience" member that I learned the meaning and importance of such a thing.

2) Education - Teaching isn't just for professors and experts, and learning isn't just for students. The internet is valuable for sharing information and experiences, and works as an important community and sounding board for learning new things.

It is my hope that this blog can fulfill both roles. While I am not an expert by any means on the business and the world of entertainment, I want to share what I learn day by day with anyone who is seeking a life in this industry. Moreover, what I have to say is couched in the philosophy that those in the industry have a social responsibility to Western Culture and to the population at large. I will also offer my thoughts as a writer and a theatergoer, for what it is worth.

I invite anyone to share their knowledge and experience, so long as it is on topic, or to ask any questions about "the business" that they want. Go ahead and use the widget at the bottom of this page, or leave questions in the comment box.

That being said, please enjoy, and be respectful. Without further ado...

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