On the surface, acting seems like a pretty simple task: you say some lines… and you go home. But beneath its simple façade, its glamourous stereotypes and its (oftentimes) misunderstood artform, acting requires a skill that simply put: not everyone has.

As auditioning actors, it’s important to understand the different types of acting roles that exist in the entertainment industry. For one, you want to familiarize yourself with the type of work you might be going out for, for the simple fact that each role will require a different skill set and the ability to adjust the way in which you perform it.

A self-tape audition, like the name suggests, is a self-recorded video that an actor films on their own time. These virtual-style auditions took off during the pandemic, offering actors, casting directors and entertainment professionals an alternative, one that limited physical interactions during a time where social distancing was highly encouraged in order to lower our risks of contagion.

 A Bachelor of Arts (BA) is a traditional four-year college program that culminates in a general arts degree, oftentimes maintaining a relatively broad arts curriculum. BA’s are a great option for students who enjoy a specific art form, but want to keep an open mind and take other classes relating to that generalized niche.

Resilience and the art of perseverance is instrumental in an industry where so much is out of our control. As actors, resilience teaches us to bounce back, despite the rejection we face on a daily basis. As an actor, this is fundamental. Without resilience, your acting career will inevitably fall short.

On the surface, Connecticut might seem like a small state with not much to offer for creatives and artists alike but beneath its suburban towns and beautiful state parks, CT holds some other treasures, especially for young actors looking to further their craft!

If you’re looking for a new monologue then check out some of the ones I’ve included below. They are all from contemporary theater plays and work best for actresses who are able to play young female characters, generally between the ages of 20 to early 30s.

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.