I know, I know. It’s been said a million times, but I’d like to reinforce it again: Techies are the unsung heroes of theater. Without them, nobody could put on a production half as brilliant. They are the forces that allow theater to happen. They build, rig, and illuminate our
Every year, Broadway cleans its closets, cast members get together and bake, and Shubert’s Alley turns into a Broadway lover’s dream. It’s a great chance for Broadway lovers and Broadway performers to join together and raise money for Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. And while it’s different every year, from the ever
In honor of the choreographer Bob Fosse, today’s post will be dedicated to “Fun Fosse Facts”- little tidbits of information that may one day save your life in a heated round of Jeopardy. Fosse was born in 1927, the same year that The Jazz Singer came out as one of the
The return of the Tune! No, I’m not talking about musical tunes. Rather, I want to discuss the long awaited return of the aptly named Tommy Tune – one of the most influence director/choreographer/performers in the history of the Great White Way. A few weeks ago, Michael Riedel wrote in the
When people hear the word ‘chorus call’, immediately images of ‘A Chorus Line’ flash into their heads. And while this image is right to an extent—it’s a bit exaggerated. Here’s what to really expect when you go to a chorus call. First off all, unlike normal auditions—guys outnumber girls here.
Imagine this. You walk into the theater. You find your seat. You sit down. Finally, you open your Playbill for a little taste of what’s in store, and you are greeted by the song list found above. If you’re like me, you proceed to fall over, out of your seat,
Fra Fee might be more well-known around the West End area than here in the States, but if you saw the Les Miserables movie than you surely remember him as Courfeyrac. He’s had an impressive career thus far in his roles in various roles on stage across the pond and I’ve
by Rory of www.wearaboutsblog.com After shopping in New York City for years, and especially in Soho, I’ve narrowed down a shopping guide to the 5 places where I think you’ll be most successful and get the most bang for your buck if you have a style similar to mine (and
Dear Broadway fans, Our Christmas is quickly approaching! On Sunday, September 22nd, the Broadway community will come together for the 27th annual Broadway Flea Market and Grand Auction. Think of it as a huge Broadway-related yard sale, but with the added bonuses of getting to meet your favorite performers, the
“You’re lookin’ swell, Dolly! We can tell, Dolly! You’re still glowin’, you’re still crowin’, you’re still goin’ strong!” Never has art imitated life so perfectly as when those famous words are sung in Goodspeed‘s current production of Hello, Dolly! To accurately describe my love for this production… well, words fail me.
Earlier this month, I was able to experience the Rock of Ages Party Bus. What is the Rock of Ages Party Bus? It’s exactly what it sounds like: a party. Your admission includes round trip bus transportation to the Helen Hayes Theatre, an orchestra ticket to the show, a drink
In my opinion, there is nothing better than seeing my favorite Broadway stars perform on stage. The energy is unbeatable and the experience is second to none. Unfortunately, Broadway tickets can get expensive, not to mention the fact that many of us, myself included, don’t live in New York. But
Being an actor can be tough. You miss things like birthday parties, visits with friends and family and you even miss nights off. But the hardest thing about being an actor is knowing you got a part over your friend who didn’t. If you’re an actor, chances are many of your
From fighting off zombies in Evil Dead: The Musical, to rocking out to teen angst in Spring Awakening, Musical Theatre major Anthony Sullivan has played a variety of roles during his four years at Ball State University. Anthony has just recently graduated and is now moving on to conquer New York
We love Newsies for a million reasons- the fun music, incredible dancing, and adorable cast, just to name a few. Thanks to these reasons and more, Newsies has developed quite a bit of a fanbase, generally comprised of teen guys and gals who call themselves “Fansies.” Not sure if you
After the summer’s over, what’s next? Looking forward to the upcoming Broadway season of and the opening of new shows, of course! News has been popping up all over Twitter and the Broadway world about new shows coming to the Great White Way for the 2013-14 season. Here is a
My interest in musical theater began in a somewhat unlikely way. At the age of thirteen, I had a massive obsession with Green Day. So naturally, when American Idiot went to Broadway, I had to see it. I quickly fell in love with the musical, and also developed a passion
We have seen singers like Fantasia, Ashlee Simpson, Toni Braxton, Joey Fatone and more take to the Broadway stage. After watching the Video Music Awards, I was wondering what it would be like seeing some of my favorite artists go from the recording studio to the stage. What do you
For many of us in theater, we spend as much time on stage in the summer as we do during school the rest of the year. In college, students spend summer break in theaters all across the country doing internships. I want to tell you a little about my internship
You’ve been to the audition, you got the callback and now you’ve been cast in the show! The next step in the process is getting into rehearsals, meeting the cast and crew, and starting to get to work with your new team. But what can you actually expect from the
Recently, I had the privilege of talking with actor Michael Linden. Michael was a Chair of Rock in the national tour of Spring Awakening, as well as playing Seymour in two different regional productions of Little Shop of Horrors. He is currently on tour with HAIR. In addition to being
In 1991, the Beast from Beauty and the Beast roared “GET OUT!” to a scared, yet quizzical Belle as she wandered into the west wing, the only part of the castle that the Beast told her to stay out of. As a result, Robby Benson became a house hold name.
The theater is a place for art. It is a place for passion, for beauty, and for creativity. But in addition to all of these, the theater is a place for learning. One of my favorite things about Broadway musicals is the fact that each one has a distinct message
Note from the Editor: The Glass Menagerie is considered a literary classic. At this time, the show’s producers are recommending the show for audiences aged 12+. However, as we advise with all shows, be sure to review a production’s website and promotional materials to determine whether or not a show is
Chances are that since you’ve woken up this morning, you’ve checked your Facebook at least a dozen times, tweeted a few times, and maybe even posted a picture on Instagram. These days, everything can be done with a smart phone, and that can be wonderful for any actor. Twitter allows people to tell
So it’s that time of year again, audition season! You’re hoping to get cast as the lead in the play or musical at your school. As you’re reading the requirements for the audition in a few days, you see that dreaded line and groan. “One minute monologue required.” As a
by Chase Gosselin To call something a “long and winding road” is so cliche. Yet, I honestly can’t think of a better description to encapsulate the long and, well, winding journey that any musical or play goes through before making it to NYC’s theatre district. In a time when we
by Rory of www.WearAboutsBlog.com One of the things on my list this summer is visiting New York City schools. As a rising senior, college has been on my mind quite a bit lately. And New York is definitely one of the places I will be looking for schools to apply
“Oh! I met someone famous in New York!” The Big Apple is notorious for allowing celebrities the anonymity they don’t get anywhere else in the country. This is even truer for Broadway celebrities, who often aren’t as well-known and are even easier to run into. So it is easy to
So, you’re passionate about musical theater and want to make it into a career? Nowadays you can’t eve get an audition without college training. The world of musical theater college auditions is a confusing and frustrating one. I know for a fact because this is the career that I am