Let's work together

This is an application, not a purchase. Fill this out and I'll follow up within 48 hours to schedule an interview, the required first step before joining the program. There's no cost to apply.

Leave this empty:

Section one

Contact information

Parent or guardian full name * Parent or guardian email * Parent or guardian phone * Student full name * Student email optional Student pronouns optional

Section two

Student background

Current school year *

Sophomore Junior Senior

Is the student a current or former Interlochen Arts Academy student? *

Yes No

Academy students have a separate, free mentorship path. If this is a yes, I'll point you there instead.

Primary area(s) of interest *

Set Design Lighting Design Sound Design Costume Design Props FX Wigs & Makeup Projections

Describe your theatre experience so far * Why do you love theatre design and production? * What do you hope to get out of working together, if we move forward? *

Section three

Timeline and fit

When are you planning to apply to college? *

This fall Next year Not sure yet

Have you already started building a portfolio? *

Yes, well underway Just started Not yet

Any schools or programs already on your radar? optional

General availability for an interview *

Weekday mornings Weekday afternoons Weekday evenings Weekends

Section four

Program understanding

I understand the program is $3,000, with payments due at signing, October 1, and December 1, and I'm able to commit to this.

Section five

How you found me

How did you hear about this program?

TikTok Referral from another family Thespian festival or conference Other

Section six

Anything else

Anything else you'd like us to know? optional

May we feature your work in future marketing if you become a client?

Yes, with credit Yes, anonymized No Ask me later

Nothing is ever used without separate written consent in the services agreement.

I read every application myself and reply within 48 hours. I can't wait to talk with you and your family.

S J

Stephen John

Theatre Maker · Mentor

Home The Work Coaching Questions SJDnPCoaching@gmail.com TikTok