Acting

Guidance for actors and tips for improving your skills

The Diaries of an Off-Stage Understudy

What happens when you're cast as an off-stage understudy in a brand new, hit show? Mychele Lebrun explains her unique role in Police Cops: The Musical!

When Should Teenagers NOT Play Teenagers?

There are plenty of great teenage roles out there, but when are they appropriate for teenagers to play them and when do questions need to be raised? Let's explore!

What’s in the Bag? Essentials for Auditions, Rehearsals & Tech Week

Performers are always running around with big backpacks, but what’s actually in those bags? Follow our bag checklist to help you plan every step of the way before a show!

Improv Tips for the Terrified Actor

Improv can put the fear into an actor, but it doesn't have to be scary! Let's discuss some tips on how to embrace it as a valuable acting tool.

How to Discover a Character Voice

Interested in developing a character voice for a role or future projects but unsure how to make it unique and sustainable? We have some top tips for you!

You’re the First! Top Tips on Originating a Role

"Wait, no-one's played this role before...ever?!" Originating a role is a very exciting, if slightly daunting opportunity. Emma Houlahan offers her advice on the process!

Michael Chekhov: A Crash Course in Psycho-Physical Acting

You probably know his uncle, but how familiar are you with the actor and practitioner Michael Chekhov? Find out more about Chekhov and psycho-physical acting.

My Child Wants To Do Theatre...Now What?

Congratulations, you have a theatre kid! But how do you nurture your child’s aptitude for theatre if you have no idea where to begin? Don't panic, we have some great advice to start you off.

Starting Your Career as a Self-Represented Actor

Emerging into the industry without agency representation can feel scary. But fear not! Being self-represented will not hold you back from working, and here's why!

Finding Your First Agent

Finding your first agent can seem like a daunting task. Our latest blog post guides you through the journey with some top tips for a fulfilling process!

Self-Care for the College Theatre Student

Being a theatre student can be a grueling, exhausting experience. It’s a tough lifestyle but we have some self-care tips to stay physically and mentally fit.

Finding Acting Work Outside the Big City

In this blog post, we take a deep dive into finding acting work outside the big city, how to best handle it and why it's a blessing in disguise!