About the Founder
Stacy Karyn is the founder of Theatre Trip.
The site was launched in 2018 in response to the lack of centralized, reliable information about theatre degree programs. It also served as a place to document theatre-related travel and experiences.
Over time, the focus of Theatre Trip shifted toward musical theatre. The site has since developed into a reference resource centered on musical theatre repertoire, structured databases, and discovery tools.
Development of Theatre Trip
Theatre Trip launched in 2018 and expanded over time as new resources and databases were added. Early content focused on audition song guides, which informed the development of internal reference systems used to organize musical theatre repertoire.
In subsequent years, the site grew to include structured databases of musicals, songs, and discovery tools, along with DIY Repertoire Books for specific vocal types.
Today, Theatre Trip functions as a reference site for musical theatre, providing databases, curated lists, and tools designed to support research, exploration, and performance preparation.
Background
Stacy Karyn earned a BA in Theatre from Hunter College. During her studies, she worked as Senior Drama Editor for the school’s student-run journal and held production roles in both the costume department and scene shop. She also produced a student-led performance festival and received the Charles Elson Award for Excellence in Production Work in Theatre.
After graduation, she worked in theatre education and production, including roles with the Roundabout Theatre Company as an education intern and in off-Broadway productions. She later completed TEFL and TESOL Drama certifications focused on teaching English through drama.
These academic and professional experiences informed the development of Theatre Trip, particularly its emphasis on structured reference material, educational use, and accessibility.
Projects
Alongside Theatre Trip, Stacy Karyn has also developed books and tools focused on musical theatre reference and documentation.
The Thespian’s Bucket List
A published book centered on tracking musical theatre experiences and milestones
The Cast Album List
A digital tool designed to catalog, track, and rate musical theatre cast recordings