Meet & Greet: A Q&A with NYC-Based Professional Actress Lydia Diekmann at The Music Studio
Saturday, November 28, 2026
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Cost: $35
Join us for a morning of conversation and Q&A with Lydia Diekmann, a New York City-based professional actress and musical theatre performer!
Topics may include:
Preparing for college musical theatre auditions and choosing the right program
BFA vs. BA programs and navigating the college audition process
Making the transition from college to the professional world
Equity vs. non-Equity theatre and understanding professional contracts
Auditioning in NYC, finding representation, and building industry connections
Self-tapes, audition etiquette, and preparing audition material
Balancing a performing career with survival jobs and life in New York City
The realities, challenges, and rewards of pursuing a career in the arts
Come with your questions! Whether you're just beginning to explore musical theatre or preparing to take your next professional steps, Lydia hopes to offer an honest, encouraging, and practical perspective on pursuing a life in the performing arts.
Lydia's artistic training began long before college, with years of vocal and performance study that led her to prestigious opportunities including The Songbook Academy with Michael Feinstein and the Eastman School of Music. She went on to earn her BFA in Musical Theatre from Rider University, where she further developed her skills as a performer. Since graduating, Lydia has continued her training in New York City while building her professional career. She is represented by Wolf Talent Group and has performed at several professional regional theatres, including Geva Theatre Center in Rochester, NY and Rocky Mountain Repertory Theatre in Colorado.
Now living and working in New York City, Lydia is actively pursuing a career in professional theatre, navigating auditions, regional contracts, self-tapes, and the ever-evolving world of the performing arts.