The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
The student news site of The Archer School for Girls

The Oracle
Hayden Seid

Hayden Seid, Columnist

Hayden Seid became a columnist for the Oracle in 2024. Her column covered aspects of performing arts and theatre culture. Hayden graduated in 2025.

All content by Hayden Seid
A script is highlighted and marked up with notes. With many lines to memorize, some actors look to AI technology for assistance.

Column: Screen partner or scene partner?

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
April 17, 2025
A performer with extreme stage fright gets up on stage. Stage fright is a common fear that many people feel, and while it may be overwhelming, there are different ways to combat our anxious feelings. Graphic Illustration by Hayden Seid.

Column: How to overcome stage fright

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
February 5, 2025
Three theatre masks represent the duality of a theatrical performance. Getting into character is one the most challenging parts of acting, and there are a multitude of methods that can help transform an actor to a character. (Photo Credit: Hayden Seid)

Column: Method Acting

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
December 19, 2024
Starbucks' new additions, "Elphaba's Cold Brew" and "Glinda's Pink Potion." These drinks are one of the many marketing choices that contributed to Wicked's astronomical success.(Photo Credit: Good Morning America)

Column: A “Shiz” ton of Wicked

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
December 11, 2024
A third place trophy from a recent theatre competition. Competitiveness can both help and hinder our productivity and sense of self-worth.

Column: Competition in theatre — healthy or unhealthy?

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
November 4, 2024
Rachel Chung is pictured holding the playbill for the show "Hamilton," which recently showed at the Pantages Theatre. Despite the term's reputation, "theatre kid" is actually something we can all relate to.

Column: ‘Theatre Kid’ is officially a compliment

By Hayden Seid, Columnist
October 16, 2024
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