Buzz·Posted on Jun 21, 201324 Ways Musical Theater Made You A Better PersonBut actually. Growing up as a drama kid gets you ready for anything.by Matt OrtileBuzzFeed StaffLinkFacebookPinterestTwitterMail 1. You know how to make a grand entrance. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 2. Even when it means being five minutes early. 3. Or even five hours early. 4. Either way, you know how to command the room. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 5. You can absorb information quickly. 6. And you can change your outfit at the drop of a hat. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 7. You understand proper makeup application. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 8. And proper makeup removal. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 9. You know how to warm up your body. 10. And your voice. 11. So you can talk, mix, and belt your face off. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 12. And when you did tech, you learned several uses for gaff tape. 13. And the importance of good lighting. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 14. In fact, you've acquired a vast array of special skills. 15. Like roller-skating. 16. And harmonizing on cue. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 17. And the art of smizing. 18. Every talent you add to your arsenal will get you far. 19. When you get there, you always say thank you. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 20. And you understand how to live in the moment. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 21. You also know how to take it when you hear no. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 22. And you've learned how to process your emotions. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 23. And you're not afraid to get back in the game. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF So it doesn't matter if you did theater in high school... Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF Or if you're still performing today. Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF 24. Because if you can take anything the theater world throws at you... Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF You can take on the world! Tap to play GIF Tap to play GIF