Jimmy Jester
Name: Jimmy Jester
Hometown: Rock Hill, S.C.
Year in School: Junior
Major: Theatre
Minor: Spanish
Jimmy Jester came to Coastal Carolina University partly because of the friendly atmosphere and student to faculty ratio. However, it was the theatre program’s strong reputation that really motivated him to become part of #TEALnation. He would quickly find out that the reputation was built on humility and support within the program.
“Everybody is open,” Jimmy begins. “There’s not a lot of competition, everybody is excited when people get roles. People aren’t at each other’s throats like you would expect.”
While Jimmy’s passion for theatre preceded Coastal, a new passion developed after he enrolled. Thanks to a friend, Jimmy discovered a unique club offering his sophomore year. He became part of the CCU Club Quidditch team and has savored the opportunities to play in weekend tournaments with some of his closest friends.
Still, the main reason Jimmy came to Coastal has continued to have the biggest impact on him. Although he had initial aspirations to act for a living, the theatre program helped him discover that his talents might be better utilized in a different role.
“I have become a lot more open,” Jimmy says. “I actually found out what I want to do in theatre. Initially, I came in as an actor, but now I realize that I am a stage manager. I am not as much of an actor as I expected.”
Jimmy’s knack for controlling the technical and behind the scenes aspects of a production will hopefully take him far in the theatre world. But before he completely plunges into the industry, he does want to further his education. After graduating, Jimmy plans to attend graduate school. Although he will continue his studies at a different institution, we will continue to keep an eye on Jimmy and hope he reaches his goals.
