The Showstopper Blog

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

How to Run a Successful (and Fun!) Youth Drama Camp

Running a successful drama camp is not all plain-sailing! Our latest blog post offers some tips to help you give the kids an experience they won't forget.

I Wish I Knew: How artists are coping in self-isolation

Artists have been hit hard during this covid-19 pandemic. This month, I Wish I Knew asks them how they're coping while staying creative and connected.

An Actor's Toolkit: What to Keep and What to Throw Out

Good acting is complicated. There are a ton of tools available to help us improve our craft, but which are the most effective? Which do you keep?

Generalize Your Portfolio - Why it is Useful to Have More Than One String in Your Bow

It’s no secret that finding work in theatre is a game of chance. But, as someone with a diverse skill set, more opportunities might just come your way!

Distance Learning: A Beginner's Guide

In this brave new world of distance learning, drama teacher Cindi Calhoun guides you through teaching, and learning, theater online for the first time.

Introducing: Wagner's Ring Cycle

A short introduction to Wagner's Ring Cycle, a very quick synopsis of the whole cycle, & an introduction to the many characters in Wagner's epic masterpiece.

Happy World Theatre Day!

Happy World Theatre Day! We've been discussing our dream roles if the opportunity arose. What are yours? Join in the discussion and let us know!

I Wish I Knew: Being a Sound Engineer and I.A.T.S.E. Leader with Amanda Sager

I Wish I Knew interviews Amanda Sager about being a Sound Engineer at the Oregon Shakespeare Festical, and the President of I.A.T.S.E. Local 154.

31 Useful Theatre Things You Can Do on StageAgent from Home

Stuck at home? StageAgent.com provides you with numerous ways to continue your theatre education online. Check out these 31 useful and fun StageAgent activities you can do from the comfort of your own home.

Playing Killers: Notes From an Actor Repeatedly Cast as Murderers

Nice guys can play terrifying killers right?! Blogger (and lovely human!) Dean Linnard shares his experiences of being repeatedly cast as the bad guy.

The Challenges of Running a Community Theater

Being part of a community theater is fun, but it also comes with its own headaches. Jason LeBlanc reveals the top challenges he has faced over the years!

They Want Me to Do What? How to Take an Adjustment.

Don't crash and burn if the director gives you an unexpected adjustment in your next audition. Discover what you need to know to take an adjustment well!