Avery Wallace

Name: Avery Wallace

Grade: 10th Grade

Future College: Ohio State University

Future Job: Pilot

Years in Theater: 4

Inspiration: My mother

Favorite Actor: Denzel Washington

Wingspan:What made you want to choose to do theater?

Wallace: “My mom suggested it to me in 6th grade so i’d thought I would give it a try. It turns out I like being in theater.”

Wingspan:How does theater impact your daily life?

Wallace: “Theater has positively impacted my life. I would sometimes watch a movie and me and my mother would just act out some of the scenes every now and then.”

Wingspan:Are you considering continuing theater beyond high school? Why?

Wallace: “Yes I do. Theater is one of those things that I never want to come to and end. I’d do my best to try to keep it in my life for as long as I can.”

Wingspan:What are your personal goals for this year?

Wallace: “My personal goals for this year is to become less shy and speak with more confidence.”

Wingspan:What is your favorite thing about theater?

Wallace: “My favorite thing about theater is the highly supportive community. I’ve never been in a theater class that I felt too scared to step out of my comfort zone. No matter where or what class i’m in, theater creates a sense of belonging to me.”

Wingspan:Do you audition/enjoy the plays that the school puts on?

Wallace: “Yes I do, and I enjoy being in them.”

Wingspan:What’s your favorite memory of theater?

Wallace: “My favorite memory in theater was my first show performance in 7th grade. The smiling faces at the end of the show is what inspired me to continue on with theater.”

Wingspan:What is your advice to anybody thinking about joining theater?

Wallace: “Just jump into it. It never hurts to join theater. If you think you are too shy, then that’s just more reasons to join theater.”

Wingspan:What is your favorite thing you have done in theater?

Wallace: “Improv has always been my favorite. I’m not the best at it but I love doing it.”