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Five Tips to Survive Your Audition

“Whether this is your first one or your hundredth, everyone gets nervous at auditions. It is always scary to put yourself out there with the possibility of failure. After years of being on both sides of the table, there are a few tips I have learned to survive auditions.”

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Career Advice for Female Stagehands

“There is no doubt that stage production is a male-dominated industry due to the considerable amount of lifting, heavy and dirty physical work involved. However, if you’re a woman who is passionate about live show production, this shouldn’t be the end of your dream, as a great stage technician requires a lot more than just being physically strong.”

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Yes, Larger Men Can Play Hamlet

“People seem to be very particular with which kind of actors play which parts and they seem to always comment on someone’s race or gender when they want to bring into question the legitimacy of someone’s performance. So, I ask: Why aren’t there more fat Hamlets? “

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5 Ways to Keep Your Stage Manager Happy

“The ultimate cog behind running a show is the stage manager. They are problem solvers and highly organized individuals but rub them the wrong way and the wing tension could be cut with a knife. Here are 5 ways to keep your stage manager happy.”

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