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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 Shine at Showcase

Showcase is one of the most anticipated yet stressful moments in a drama student's career. But worry not, here are our tips on how to shine at showcase!

Where Should I Go For Acting Training? The 4 C’s of Conservatory vs College

How does an acting conservatory differ from a college program? And which type of training is the best fit for you? Our latest blog post explores both options.

Audition Songs: Thinking Outside the Box

You’re standing outside an audition room, ready to go in, when you hear the person right before you singing your audition song. Uh oh! Our latest blog post offers useful tips on how to think outside the audition song box and stand out from the crowd.

How to Find the Perfect Monologue

Professional actress Becca Ballenger explains her process for finding the perfect monologue for an audition or class.

Bringing your Authentic Self into the Audition Room

Auditioning can be a nerve-wracking process and it's easy to lose your authentic self in the process. So let's explore how to best showcase YOU in the room!

Becoming a Theatre Technician: Life as a Stage Manager

Ever wondered exactly what a stage manager does and how to break into the industry? We sat down with Adam McClelland to discover the skills and experience needed to land the role.

Demystifying the Art of Belting

Belting is a vocal quality most associated with musical theatre, but it's also one of the most mysterious. Discover how to belt correctly and explore your voice!

How to Rehearse a Monologue

You’ve found the perfect audition monologue. It’s everything you need to land the starring role. Now what? Discover how best to rehearse a monologue and secure a stand-out audition.

Our Top 5 Tips on Acting Through Song

If you’re a singing actor (or an acting singer) but want to dive deeper into the world of acting through song, here are our top 5 tips to get you started!

Theatre Degrees: What Are Your Options?

Applying for college but overwhelmed by your options? In this blog post, we explore the most common degrees available for theatre students in the US.

Celebrating a New Year and New Show Guides!

As we settle into the new year, let's take a moment to discover the huge range of new show guides added to StageAgent over the last few months!

Playing with Actions - Using Actions & Tactics

If you’ve taken an acting class, you’ve probably heard about actions or tactics. But what are they and how do they enhance a performance? Let's find out!