So way back on November 1st, I decided to create my November Blogging Bonanza - 30 posts in 30 days. I got the idea from National Novel Writing Month (aka NaNoWriMo) but with blogging, not realizing until about November 25th that NaBloPoMo (aka National Blog Posting Month) is actually already a thing. Oh well. As always, here's …
Tag: What I’ve Learned
Linktastic – Acting Edition
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 …
Audition Advice for Young Actors
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 …
Puppet Making Day: A Recap!
On Sunday, November 25, a bunch of friends gathered at the Palace Theatre with a common goal: to learn to make "Muppet" style monster puppets. Our fearless leader, Ceris, had already gathered all the necessary materials (pre-marked fur, ping-pong balls and velcro dots for eyes, foam templates, and much more) and we were ready to …
Pics Or It Didn’t Happen: Puppet Making Day!
Today was Puppet Making Day at the Palace Theatre! I'll post more photos when I write my blog post... making puppets is tiring. We worked from 11:30 am to 6 pm!
Kerry Hishon 