Emma Earnest

College attending: Shenandoah Conservatory

High school activities: Safeway Starbucks barista, clowning, local theater, Stuart theater, Washington National Children’s Opera

Career goals: Actress or theater technician

Essay excerpt: “I have such a passion for the theater and in my four years I want to learn the most I can and work hard… I have many ideas about what I want to do when I graduate. Theater saved my life and kept me out of trouble. I would love to help spread theater to help people discover the power of theater.”

Recommendation excerpt: “Due to both her talent and clarity of purpose, she will be a valuable asset to any project she participates in. I am convinced that any facility or production is truly blessed to have Emma Earnest involved in any capacity for which she is needed. Her ambitions should be encouraged, as the entertainment industry desperately needs young artists of her caliber.”