The Showstopper Blog

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

The Top 10 Items Needed by Stage Managers

Stage managers are the unsung heroes of every production. Here are ten of the best SM kit goodies.

A Lighting Designer Focuses on Life: An Interview

Meet Kevin Landesman, a Bay Area lighting designer. Read how he has been lucky enough to spend his career lighting up the theatre.

Making the Tough Choices

Read StageAgent blogger Rob Richardson's latest post addressing some of the touch choices actors face: union/non-union, survival jobs, family, and more!

The Artistic Process: Creating a New Work

Stage Agent sat down with writers Patrick Burns & Kathleen Combs to discuss the artistic process in collaborating on a new musical project.

An Overture to Musical Theatre Overtures

Musical Theatre overtures combine elements of melodies in a Broadway show and set the tone for the performance to come. Read StageAgent's list of favorites!

Acting Out: A Letter to My Younger Self

What would you tell yourself at the moment when you decided to go into acting as a profession? Read blogger Rob Richardson's letter to his younger self now.

StageAgent: A Great Cross-Curricular Teaching Tool

Teaching artist Amanda Whitford Grundy shares thoughts on cross-curricular teaching with StageAgent for Schools, integrating theatre with other subjects.

StageAgent in the Drama Classroom

Learn about the genesis of the StageAgent for Schools program, and why drama teachers need to bring StageAgent for Schools into their classrooms.

Top 10 Roles for Teenagers in Plays

StageAgent offers a list of our Top 10 Roles for Teenagers in Plays. Have a look and see what appeals to you!

Joining Actor’s Equity: When Is the Right Time?

Young actors often chomp at the bit to go Equity because of their Broadway dreams. But when is the best time to join? Read blogger Evan Teich's thoughts.

Staying Healthy and Fit: An Actor Exercises

For an actor, staying fit is part of the job: but fitness truly comes in all shapes and sizes. Read our latest blog for tips on staying fit as an actor.

Performing Arts High School Auditions: Preparation

Are you ready for Performing Arts High School Auditions that are coming up in the fall? Let StageAgent help you get prepared with our latest blog!