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Join us for a virtual Alumni Career Conversation featuring four Northwestern alumni working across different areas of the theatre industry: Ryan Garson, Janie Dickerson, Dylan Pager, and moderated by Laura Matalon.

Theatre careers rarely follow a single script. In this conversation, our alumni guests will share insights into the wide range of opportunities that exist beyond traditional expectations of “working in theatre,” from creative leadership to producing, management, and hybrid roles.

Building on the SoC Board of Advisors mentorship work and the theme of “A Year of Building Northwestern Connections,” this session will explore how alumni leveraged mentorship, and Northwestern networks to navigate uncertainty, pivot when needed, and define success on their own terms. Students will gain practical advice on career exploration, skill-building, and how to cultivate lasting connections beyond graduation.