Murrieta Star Student Pursues Directing Degree At Carnegie Melon Univ.

MURRIETA, CA — Star Students are found in classrooms, on concert and theater stages and at debate lecterns, and out in the community doing good things to make life better for all of us.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize Star Students, and we’re working to tell the stories of these outstanding kids to their neighbors.

This submission comes from Bea Barnett who nominated Sean J. Barnett of Murrieta.

Star local student’s name

Sean J. Barnett

Star local student’s home state

California

How do you know the star local student?

Son

Why do you believe the star local student should be recognized?

Sean is a rising sophomore pursuing a BFA, Drama / Directing in the John Wells Directing Program at Carnegie Mellon University (Pittsburgh, PA).

Sean has been performing (since age 10) locally, regionally (San Diego-Riverside-Orange Counties, CA & Pittsburgh, PA), and professionally.

He initiated the launch of Temecula's Student-Led Arts Education Internship Program and has directed several musicals as Artistic Director for Bohemian Arts (non-profit arts education organization).

He writes and produces original podcasts, scripts, and short films, and is currently developing a new musical.

His creative foundation was solidified at the Old Town Temecula Community Theater, Moonlight Stage, and San Diego Musical Theatre with talented and experienced mentors. When he is not creating, writing, and producing, Sean loves to give back to the next generation by volunteering for Audition Workshops at Dorothy McElhinney Middle School in his hometown of Murrieta, CA. Bravo, Sean...And A-C-T-I-O-N!

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star local student?

Sean shares his passion for the arts with all generations. His commitment to this craft has been constant since the first time he was cast in a musical. Although he steps away from center stage, Sean's extensive experience in front of the curtain certainly sparks his innovative ideas and new works.

Congratulations on your achievements, and all of our best wishes to you in the future, Sean!

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