The Showstopper Blog

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

Tips For a Mixed-Level Drama Classroom

The drama classroom can be a beautiful hodgepodge of students with a variety of experience and knowledge. Discover how to successfully manage a mixed-level classroom!

Why Gilbert & Sullivan Still Make Us Laugh (& Sing) 150 Years Later

The lighthearted operettas of Gilbert & Sullivan continue to delight audiences across the world. But what's the secret behind their lasting appeal? Let's find out!

10 Spooky Shows to Get You Ready for Halloween!

As we race through October, let's explore some of our favorite spooky, kooky, and downright dangerous plays and musicals to get us in the mood for a Halloween scare!

Cabaret Creativity: How to Produce Your Own Cabaret

Cabaret shows are hugely popular right now. So, if producing and writing your own cabaret has ever piqued your interest, read on for how to make that happen!

7 Ways to Tackle Audition Nerves

Having some nerves before an audition is normal, but it's important they don't take over. Let's tackle those nerves and find strategies to keep them at bay!

10 Off-the-Beaten-Path Plays You Should Know

Yes, we adore the classics. But here's a look at 10 quirky plays you probably won’t see on Broadway that are definitely worth knowing about!

10 Roles That Will Make You Say, "Alto, But Make It Iconic"

In search of great alto roles that will showcase your range, your wit, and your heart? We've got you covered with our top 10 favorites!

How to Keep an Organized Audition Book

For a musical theatre actor, the audition book can be your biggest asset or your Achilles' heel. Learn how to keep your audition book clean and organized!

Five Tips to Audition Safely and Smartly

Sometimes as actors we want to get a role so badly that we forget to use common sense when we audition. Read a few quick tips for a safe and smart audition.

Explore the Rise of Immersive Theatre

Immersive theatre can take on many forms and showcases the power of live performance in increasingly innovative ways. Let's take a look at a few examples!

How to Prepare for Callbacks

Yes! You've scored a much coveted callback, but what now? How do you prepare & what are the creative team looking for? Here are some top tips for preparing for callbacks!

How to Use Social Media Inside and Outside the Drama Classroom

Social media + a drama program?! Where do you start? Let's look at using social media as a tool to grow your drama program outside and inside the classroom