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Stepping away from the spotlight and working backstage could be one of the most valuable experiences in your professional/community acting career. Here's why!
Should you be an understudy, a standby, a swing? It's kind of a vague question, but usually the undercurrent there is that once you become known as a reliable cover, you'll be an understudy …
Has this ever happened to you? You're standing outside an audition room, ready to go in, when you hear the person right before you singing your audition song. Uh oh. Our latest blog post off…
We're in the midst of an important shift in the discussions had in the rehearsal and audition room around identity-conscious casting. Let's discuss!
It's Halloween weekend! So, let's explore some of our favorite spooky, kooky, and downright dangerous plays and musicals to get us in the mood for a scare!
Have you been struck down by a cold? Are you staying with family for the holidays? Check out our latest blog post to discover ten ways you can still practice without making a sound.
A theatre community is like no other. And an educational theatre community is invaluable. Join the Drama Teachers' Green Room and let's support each other!
Now, every actor is different but what are some best practices regarding getting ready for curtain? Today we are going to explore pre-show routines for the body, voice, and mind!
So you've found the perfect song for your audition. But how do you decide how to cut your music? Here are some top tips on making the right cut for you!
It's great when you get a ton of die-hard theatre kids in your class, but what about those who are indifferent? We offer some tips for engaging apathetic students.
We tend to think school theatre belongs in a confined place. But it's also a valuable tool for communities beyond the walls of a theatre or drama classroom!
StageAgent intern (& award-winning playwright) Rebecca Bain offers her tips for drama students looking to enter their first one-act playwriting competition.
Finding monologues, at least for me, has always been a difficult challenge. Whether it be dramatic, classical, contemporary, or comedic, the struggle has always been real and honestly quite …
As the school year starts you're likely thinking about your drama classroom set up. How do we make sure that neurodivergent students also feel comfortable?
As actors we are dependent on the response of others, but this can lead to self-consciousness and doubt. So how do we balance our job & our mental health?
One Act Play Competitions are often a major date in high school theatre calendars. In our latest post, we offer some tips & ideas for preparing your entry!
The thought of returning to acting after a break (for whatever reason) can feel overwhelming and scary. Here are our tips on picking up your craft again!
The decision to leave the drama classroom and change career is a big step but not uncommon. Blogger Brit Christopher explains her reasons to make the move.
Grief and trauma are a sad but inevitable part of life. Today, we discuss how theatre is in a unique position to encourage emotional health as we heal.
A headshot is one of an actor's most important tools. But getting headshots you love and that represent you is not always easy! Check out our top tips!
Bored of the same games and exercises you have been using with your drama kids recently? Check out our 10 favorites and adapt them to suit you!
It's easy to overlook one of the most important parts of an audition: the interview. We look at how to prepare for, and answer, common audition questions.
Have you noticed a slight sense of student apathy or detachment now rehearsals and shows have returned in person? How do we navigate a post-pandemic slump?
Cinco de Mayo is an ideal opportunity to recognize the contributions of Mexican-American artists to contemporary theatre. Our latest blog post takes a look at just a small sample of the exci…
It's the age-old quest for actors, theatre companies, and drama teachers " where can we find new and exciting shows and monologues to use in auditions, festivals, and/or class? Don't…
