My Artistic Philosophy
Art, I believe, is as important as the air we breathe.Creativity takes shape in many forms and that is one of the many reasons I fell in love with theatre. Because of the broadness of art,I am persistent in making sure that I do not put myself in a box.This helps me explore all of the ways that I can grow as an artist.
A Little About Addie
Addie O'Brien is a spunky 22-year-old from Nashville, Tennessee. She resides in Birmingham, Alabama, pursuing a BFA in Musical Theatre at Samford University! She is a proud member of Alpha Omicron Pi sorority and is very passionate about her work with AOII's philanthropy, which helps with the funding for research for juvenile arthritis. Her hope is to have her work impact the future generations of performers, just like the way she was influenced.
Why She Became Involved with Theatre
Addie started community theatre when she was nine years old. Little Addie would barely talk in front of strangers. Something about the adrenaline she felt on stage had her continuously coming back. Theater gives her a home to be accepted for who she is. With a world full of judgement, it is refreshing to be in an environment where all are accepted. She remembers the exact moment she decided to pursue theatre professionally, "I was watching "Hamilton" with my mom over Covid on Disney Plus and it was the last song and Phillipa Soo made the acting choice to break the fourth wall and acknowledge that the audience was watching her tell her late husband's story, and she lets out a gasp. I got goosebumps. I want to impact people in that way." (Addie)
Addie's Experience in Theatre
Addie has been actively performing for 10 years. From community theatre to professional Broadway- led intensives, Addie has felt for many years that her calling is to perform, which led her to decide on taking her training to the collegiate level. Nothing makes her happier than being on a stage.