“It’s not just about saving a few bucks (though for a lot of actors, every dollar counts). It’s about treating people — especially emerging artists — with the kind of care that makes this industry better, not colder.”

“When community theatres delay casting decisions or go radio silent, actors are left wondering: Do I wait? Do I move on?”

“Don’t turn a callback into a referendum on your entire talent. You are not less of an actor if you don’t get a second read. You are not doomed if they don’t laugh at your joke.”

“Directors should absolutely be mindful of how they interact with auditioners looking for answers. But actors should recognize that casting is a complex puzzle.”

“Here’s a list of 10 underrated gems for tenors — a mix of ballads, uptempos, classic legit pieces, and contemporary options — that’ll let you stand out for the right reasons.”

“Sometimes you want something different — something that shows range, personality, and that you have a little more to say than here’s another sad man belting his feelings into a void.”

“Look, we’ve all been someone’s worst audition horror story. But if you recognize yourself in one of the above, consider this a gentle nudge to… maybe don’t.”

“It’s a question I’ve heard from students, colleagues, parents, and—if I’m being honest—asked myself more times than I’d like to admit. It’s a completely human instinct. You want to grow. You want feedback. You want closure.”

“At the end of the day, a good monologue doesn’t need to be flashy. It just needs to be honest, specific, and grounded in something that makes us want to keep watching you.”

“Casting teams should still lead with talent, training, and storytelling ability. But I understand the temptation—and sometimes the necessity—of factoring in an actor’s digital reach.”

“Why is it that auditions so often feel like an endurance test rather than a collaborative process? Shouldn’t directors be rooting for every actor who walks in? Shouldn’t the room feel like a space where people can do their best work instead of some kind of theatrical Hunger Games?”