Parents -- this Linktastic is for you! Does your child have dreams of the stage or screen? Read on! From Backstage.com: 8 Tips for Raising a Child Actor A must-read for all theatre patrons, not just parents: Theatre Etiquette for Parents. (via The Lovers, The Dreamers and You) Advice from former child star Mayim Bialik …
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I wrote an article titled 7 Habits of Highly Effective Young Actors which received such a great response, that I decided to add 7 More Habits of Highly Effective Actors! Read on! 1. They listen to and respect the costume team. They don’t reject a costume because they don’t like it. They let costume staff know how …
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After taking a short blogging break, I am back and itching to get posting again! I've got two big blog posts in the works, but here's a Linktastic to tide you over until then! I am absolutely loving Backstage.com. Their Actor 101 section is so useful. Bookmark this one, all you actors out there! Some …
I just got home from the first read-through for Empty Space Productions' Edward II, and I had a great time! I'm happy to be working with a bunch of old friends from The Winter's Tale and The Three Musketeers, and looking forward to working with new people as well. I already know the show is …
I always have students and parents asking questions about auditions, so I spoke directly to some director and music director colleagues who have seen countless auditions. Here is the advice that came up most frequently! 1. Choose a monologue or song that is age-appropriate, and appropriate for the show you're auditioning for. "Pick something that shows …
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