Even when your primary income is not from the arts, it's possible to remain engaged and satisfied. It might be through community theatre, improv, an a cappella group, or more - you do you. Just make sure you're keeping the balance you need.

Kristine Bonaventura has a B.A. in Theatre, and spent several years working a Box Office position out of love and loyalty for theatre. However, she came to realize that working in the theatre, and doing the theater things she loved - including performing - did not give her the same types of satisfaction. As it turned out, leaving the arts job was what allowed her to fall in love with theater again...and find a 9-to-5 she loved too!

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