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Avery Morton

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General information

Hobbies & Interests

  • Acting And Theater
  • Art
  • Choir
  • Costume Design
  • Drawing And Illustration
  • Interior Design
  • Scrapbooking

Reading

  • Art
  • Contemporary
  • Drama
  • Historical
  • Young Adult
  • Social Issues

I read books multiple times a month.

Bio

I am involved in the Truman High School International Thespian Society as the current Chapter president since the 2024-2025 school year, and have participated in every performance since my freshman year in multiple lead roles. In addition to theatre, I have also been involved in National Honors Society at Truman High School. This past year, I am co- treasurer on the executive board and help maintain our fundraising as well as plan events with other executive members. In addition to dedicating time to volunteering at school, I also volunteer in the community with the Community Service League. I dedicate my time after school in the winter to Scholar Bowl, participating in many events and competitions. I have competed on the varsity team since the 2023-2024 school year. In addition to these many activities, I spend up to four hours a day training my voice in choir. I participate in Truman High Schools chamber choir, Trutones, as well as our concert choir. I have taken vocal lessons with my choral teacher, Kim Carson, since the 2023-2024 school year, and have competed many of the songs in the MSHSAA Solo and Ensemble Festival, as well as at MSHSAA Solo and Ensemble State. I have received 9 gold medals, and 1 silver medal at Districts, and 9 gold medals at state, 3 for solos and 6 for ensembles.

Education

Truman High School

High School

2022 – 2026

Miscellaneous

Desired degree level:
Master's degree program
Majors of interest:
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
Desired degree modality:
In-Person
Medical school interest:
No

Career

Miscellaneous

Dream career field:
Performing Arts
Dream career goals:
Work at a non-profit theatre or a National/ Local theatre on stage, backstage, and in house
Work experience:
0 years
Has nursing license:
No

Future Interests

  • Advocacy
  • Volunteering
  • Entrepreneurship
Pamela Burlingame Memorial Scholarship for Dance/Theater
When I was seven years old, I was trying to figure out what I actually enjoyed doing. I tried a lot of different things. Sports were always around, but they never really felt like the right fit for me. I even tried baking for a while, but most of the time it just ended with burnt food and a mess in the kitchen. Nothing really stuck with me, until I found a local children's community theater. I was a very timid kid, the kind of kid who avoided attention in public whenever possible but would go wild in private. Performing on a stage in front of people seemed completely out of character for me, but somehow, I ended up there anyway, and once I did, something clicked. Theater gave me a space where I felt comfortable being someone else. The moment those lights shone on me, I felt an overwhelming sense of calm. Not only did this make me comfortable on stage, but it also made me more comfortable in being myself. I stayed involved in children's theater until I was sixteen, taking on different roles and learning more with every show. One of my favorite memories was playing a cat on stage, which allowed me such a fun and unexpected experience, showing me how creative theater can be. After I aged out of the children's theater program, I wasn't quite sure what to do next, but I knew I didn't want to lose theater. I found my way back to the theater in high school, where I was lucky to be cast in every production available. Throughout shows like Guys and Dolls and Little Women, I continued to grow as both a performer and a person. I played roles I never would have imagined for myself, like Miss Adelaide in Guys and Dolls, and even something as unusual as a Little Stone in Eurydice. Each of those roles pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me become more confident and more open to trying new things, no matter the discomfort it may bring. Over time, I realized that theater is more than something I just enjoy; it's something I want to pursue in the future. At the same time, I started to become interested in what happens beyond acting. I began looking into different paths in theater and discovered theater administration. I enjoyed the idea of being involved in every part of a production, from what happens on stage to everything behind the scenes and even how the audience experiences the show. My goal is to one day help run a theater and create a space where others can feel the same sense of belonging that I did when I was younger. I want to give back to my community by making theater accessible and meaningful, especially for kids who might be shy or unsure of themselves. Theater helped me find my voice, and I hope to help others do the same.
Avery Morton Student Profile | Bold.org