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5 Things To Do After Graduating or Finishing a Major Project
5 Things To Do After Graduating or Finishing a Major Project The desire for upward personal growth can be a powerful catalyst for creating necessary change. As human beings, we are always wanting. Although we can be content with what we have in our lives, there will...
Casting Guideposts for Directors
Casting Guideposts for Directors If you feel like someone is the best fit, even though you can’t quite put a finger on why that feeling is still valid. Ahh casting. The easiest, most simplified aspect of any production, am I right? No, but seriously, casting can be...
Headshots 101
Headshots 101 Although the title may be misleading, the Actors Fund is actually for all those involved in film, theatre or performance. Your mamma blessed you with a beautiful face. This can work to your advantage when it comes to casting, right? Well not if you don’t...
I Can’t I Have Rehearsal
I Can’t I Have Rehearsal It can be difficult sometimes to constantly pass up spending time with friends, family, or Netflix to be at rehearsal. We begin this article by sharing a beautifully original, hipster, high quality garment choice courtesy of Walmart.com. If...
The Actors Fund
The Actors Fund Although the title may be misleading, the Actors Fund is actually for all those involved in film, theatre or performance. Let’s face it, life gets hard sometimes. Additionally, there are certain elements of difficulty that come with being an artist...
Day Jobs for Actors
Day Jobs for Actors How fun would it be to tyrannically introduce children to the joys of giving your entire life over to theatre? The phrase “Don’t quit your day job” isn’t exactly a nice or positive one. Additionally, though, it has some implications that are just...
Actors’ Equity-How it all Works
Actors’ Equity-How it all Works The Principal contract is sometimes referred to as “the white contract” while the chorus is often referred to as “the pink contract”. If you’ve been involved with theatre for a while, and/or you’re seeking to be a professional, odds are...
How to Choose an Agency
How to Choose an Agency It’s important to know what you’re looking for in an agency, and what goals you have for your career. The time has come. You’ve read Stanislavsky, memorized every lyric to every Sondheim musical, and have seen all the Oscar nominees for the...
A Holiday Gift Guideline for Actors and Directors
A Holiday Gift Guideline for Actors and Directors As an actor, having a body free of tension allows for freedom of movement, vocalization, and overall expression Well, it’s that time of year again. Dreidels are being spun, Christmas trees are being trimmed, and, if...