Curating audition outfits that serve you (in the room and in the cold) is important and certainly something to keep in mind. Luckily, you can put together a few looks that don’t require much effort on your end. This way, you can focus on your acting instead of thinking about what to wear next time you’re called in for an in-person casting.

For context, a monologue is an un-interrupted chunk of dialogue performed by a single character (on screen or on stage). Think of your favorite film, television or on-screen speeches! In this blog post, we’ll be focusing on theater monologues for teens. The length of a monologue can vary drastically, depending on factors like length of play, character intention, and context of show. A monologue typically exists in a play or theatrical narrative of some sort, in which case, it’s important to familiarize yourself with different types of plays that feature teen or relatively young characters (similar to the ones you will be playing).

An actor will get paid for the project itself. This constitutes any worked hours (on set or at home). In the industry, we refer to this as a “day rate” or “session fee.” Think of it as your “clocking in” money.  Your session fee is typically presented in the form of a finite sum or daily rate of some sort, usually determined by the producers, clients and/or higher-ups of the production company you have been contracted through.

When it comes to rom-coms, Emily Henry knows how to deliver. Her books intertwine the complexities of love and romantic relationships, amidst contrasting circumstances and contemporary settings. To put it simply, she writes about what we feel, what we yearn for and what most of us have likely experienced. People we Meet on Vacation is no different. Emily Henry’s contemporary novel paints a colorful picture, one that spans a twelve-year friendship and offers an intimate look at the platonic relationship between two drastically different people. On the surface, Alex and Poppy couldn’t be any more different.

The Webster Theater, located in Hartford, CT is currently doing a run of The Jury Experience, an interactive courtroom drama, featuring the participation of its audience. That’s right: as audience members, you’ll get the opportunity to participate, answering questions on your phone via QR codes and contributing to the final verdict at the end! The Jury Experience is a traveling show, and while the cast varies from city to city, the script and its general concept always stays the same.

Curating a wardrobe that represents your actor type is essential when you’re out in the wild, auditioning away. As a petite actress who would routinely audition for younger characters, I knew my wardrobe pieces needed to compliment this aesthetic.

Whether you enjoy it or not, memorizing lines comes with the job. Lines come in all shapes and sizes. From theatrical plays and musicals, to film, tv, voiceover and commercial scripts, lines are delivered by different types of characters in varying genres, styles and performing platforms.

My philosophy is this: your craft extends well beyond acting classes or a long day on set. You are an artist: all day, every day, so why not choose a job that honors this idea?

A Theater Degree won’t guarantee you an acting career. It’s not a free ride into the industry you spent four years studying, it won’t promise you success or guarantee you jobs, and it certainly won’t assure you the security you’re looking to have. An actor curates their own experiences through time, and only time can tell the type of career you’ll have.

The Woman in Cabin 10, a psychological thriller written by Ruth Ware, follows Laura “Lo” Blacklock, a travel journalist, ridden by anxiety and recent traumas. She’s assigned to cover the maiden voyage of the Aurora Borealis, a luxury yacht owned by Norwegian elitist, Richard Bullmer.

An actor’s type refers to the category of character an actor can play. These categories are largely influenced by age range and archetype (a very specific type of person).

Casting websites are commonly used by working actors, casting directors, agents and talent managers to post jobs, find talent or submit themselves to acting projects. While features vary from site to site, these sites offer an actor the opportunity to personalize their profile by selecting a few headshots to feature, upload their resume and share their acting credits (professional work an actor has done). 

You can make a lasting impression without trying too hard and by curating quality wardrobe pieces that don’t require much effort. Here are some easy Fall outfits for any working actor, many of which you can re-use, refurbish and re-layer according to your needs and personal style!

By industry standards, a headshot is an 8 x 10 professional photograph of your face, or as the name suggests, of your head. It is the most basic and fundamental tool an actor needs when presenting themselves in all aspects of the entertainment industry, particularly at auditions and in front of Casting Directors.

For starters, this Juicy Bomb Glossy Butter Balm allows you to build up its pigment, according to your own liking. While the product comes across as highly pigmented (especially for a balm), it offers the opportunity to build it up or build it down. You can softly dab it on, offering a more subtle flush of color or you can wear it full on for a bigger statement! Either way, the balm (and this particular shade) leaves a beautiful after-effect, similar to a tinted lip stain, giving the lips a stunning flush of color – as if you just took a bite of a fresh straw(b)erry or took a sip of your favorite Pinot Noir!

At the heart of it, Normal People is a story about growing up. Written by Sally Rooney, the 2018 romantic drama takes place in Ireland and follows two vastly different adolescents who find solace in each another, as they navigate the intricacies of love and young adulthood. 

When a massive oil spill threatens the reputation of his company, marketing representative Jaime Kurtz (played by TV Land’s Younger Nico Tortorella), must quickly strategize how to fix this pending problem. In the span of one day, playwright Jordan Jaffe takes us through a surprisingly entertaining journey, as Tortorella and his faithful friend (Aaron), played by W. Tré Davis, try to come up with ways on how restore their company’s dependability. This fresh and quick-witted dark comedy had its world premiere at Theater 511 at Ars Nova in New York City.

Emilia Pérez, branded as a Spanish crime musical, with hints of “comedy” and French influences leftme as confused as one can be when reading all of those adjectives put together. Directed by Jacques Audiard, the film tells the story of a cartel drug chief with a lifelong history of bad decisions under his belt and the outward hope for a new beginning.