The Showstopper Blog

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

Tales From the Box Office...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work front of house in the theatre box office? Our latest blog post offers a fun insight into the box office world!

A Guide For Actors With Attitude

We all know that having a reputation for a bad attitude is not a good career move, but how to make sure you don't become an accidental diva? Communicate, check yourself, breathe, and read on!

Gods of Opera

When you read the title ‘gods of opera’ you’re probably imagining a blog about the tenor who could hold the longest high C, or the baritone who can do push-ups while singing fiendish coloratura. But this time, we’re taking a look at the immortal deities who appear in our operas instead.

Paving the Way to Broadway's Future

Broadway is not dead, it's just on bed rest. In our latest blog post, Michael Colby discusses the future of Broadway with a host of well-known performers in aid of The Actors Fund.

Meisner and Adler and Strasberg, Oh My!

From Meisner to Adler to Strasberg, there is a dizzying array of acting theorists and methodologies out there. Here, we take a look at some of the most prominent and ask the question, which is your favorite?

One for the Fans: The World of Theatre Fandoms

There's no denying it, the state of the fandom in is strong. In our latest blog post we explore musical theatre fandoms in all their fantastic glory!

The Importance of Community Theatre

Community theater...a lifeline for many. Let's take a moment to explore why community theater is so important to individuals, and to our world as a whole.

Playwright Chronicles: From brain to page...how to start writing!

So, you have a ton of ideas but how do you get them down on the page? Writing a play must be easy right? Umm....errrr.... Brit Christopher offers some tips on getting the writing process going.

Self-Tape Auditions - Do's and Don'ts

Self-tape auditions are becoming more and more common in the present climate. Here are our tips on how to put your best self forward in digital form.

Directing New Works: How to ensure a successful creative process

Directing a new play is exciting, but it can be a daunting process. Here we offer some tips on how to make the most of this creative process.

Away You Go! The Pros and Cons of Studying Drama Abroad

Choosing to study drama abroad is a big and, potentially, exciting decision, but there are many factors to consider. Here, we discuss the pros and cons of making the big move!

Playwright Spotlight: African-American Writers

Without question, African-American playwrights have profoundly impacted the landscape of American theatre. While there are several writers who are rightfully in classroom reading lists, we want to highlight some BIPOC writers you may not yet know.