The Showstopper Blog

Theatre blog for the StageAgent community including audition tips, acting and singing advice, interviews with theatre industry experts and career advice.

Theatre Basics: Copyright vs. Public Domain

Let's take a quick recap! What is copyright law and how does it impact theatre? And what do theatre companies need to consider when planning a production? Our latest blog post explores the details of licensing and how public domain works are treated differently.

Winter Show Closures on Broadway

It's been a rocky start to 2022 for Broadway but are things starting to settle down? Let's take a look at what closed on Broadway this month.

Interviewing Theatre Kids: Drama From a Student Perspective

What's it really like to be a theatre kid? What are the typical stereotypes tied to the label of 'theatre kid'? We decided to go straight to the source! Six high school drama students tell us their experiences of life as a theatre kid.

Much Ado About the Assistant Director

Define the role of the assistant director. Regular coffee bringer or another pair of expert eyes? In our latest blog post, we explore this tricky role on the production team.

Funny Moments on Stage

We had some great entries to our competition in December - you've all had some very funny moments on (and off) stage! Here are the winning stories, enjoy!

Omicron Hits Broadway and the West End - Are We Back Here Again?

As Omicron tears through the world and COVID rears its head once more, how are Broadway and the West End's theatre communities coping with the ever changing climate? Can we move forward?

A Christmas Carol and its Enduring Theatrical Appeal

A Christmas Carol, one of the most enduring tales of compassion and generosity triumphing over cruelty and greed. And an ever-popular story to reproduce on stage! Let's take a look at just some of the successful stage adaptations of Charles Dickens' festive novella.

Pandemic Drama: Tales of a First-Year Drama Teacher in a COVID World

We're all in the midst of a semi-post-pandemic-but-not-really world, but what's it like to start your teaching career in this uncertainty? New drama teacher Kevan Dunkelberg gives us the lowdown!

Meet Steven Ho, TikTok Superstar and Stand-Up Comedian!

In the latest installment of Meet the Theatre Artist, we sat down to chat with global social media superstar and TikTok sensation, Steven Ho!

Theatre: A Culture of Consenting?

As actors, are we trained to say YES? And how do we deal with the notion that we are expected to consent if we want to be seen as castable? Our latest blog post explores the concept of consent in the theatre.

Top Tips on Mastering Your College Musical Theatre Audition!

Starting to prepare for your college musical theatre audition? Check out David Sisco and Laura Josepher's top tips for giving your best performance in the room!

Selling your soul: the story of Faust

Looking for some spooky, hellish theatre this October? Try looking at some of the theatrical works based on the legend of Doctor Faustus. An aged German scholar who sells his soul to the devil for one more chance to experience everlasting bliss? It’s got a bit of everything.