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Hello world!

My name is Ali Miró, and I'm a student at Wichita State University (in Wichita, KS) studying Theatre Tech/Design with a concentration in lighting design. When I'm not taking classes, I'm working in the scene shop, where I'm learning and practicing carpentry and MIG welding.

There are a lot of things I want to do with my life. I want to go on adventures. I want to meet lots of fascinating people. I want to experience a variety of things.

Along with the experiences I would like to have, there are lots of job ideas I have in my back pocket. Even though flight attendant has been knocked off that list (they apparently don't take people with facial piercings or more than one ear piercing), there are lots of other jobs just waiting for me to jump into: carpenter, electrician, lighting designer, artist...and film critic.

From all of my internet research, I have gathered that there's no straight career path for anyone with a passion for watching movies and writing about their opinions. There's no specific education that you need, no guaranteed way to land any jobs, no straight ladder that'll take you to the top or even get your articles read. 

What I have gained from my research is that the best qualities that an aspiring critic can have are these: persistence, hard work, and a love for what they're doing. 

Well, I love movies, I love sharing my thoughts, and I'm willing to send a lot of naive emails to get people to listen. 

Idealistic schlock aside, besides watching movies and working in the shop, here's a little more about me...

  • I have four younger siblings who all share my love of making mischief
  • I grew up in Overland Park, a suburbish area outside Kansas City, Kansas
  • I am the proud mama of two betta fish, Prince Rogers Nelson and Ooky Spooky (and yes, there is a divider in their tank so they can't see or kill each other)
  • I'm Cuban and yes, I know I don't "look like" I am
  • I'm a huge lover of listening to music and podcasts (especially true crime podcasts)
  • I am absolutely addicted to coffee, and the coffee I had earlier is fueling me as I write this bio at midnight
So, if you all have any questions about me, my work in theatre, or my blog, feel free to contact me! You'll find my information by clicking on the tab labelled "Contact Info" on the header.

I'll leave you now with my favorite quote of all time, from director John Waters:
"Get out in the world and fuck it up beautifully."

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