what is summer stock + what happens when you don’t book the job?

Answering YOUR Questions on Agents, Equity, NYC, Self-Tapes & MORE!: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) answers YOUR questions on agents, life in New York City, self-tapes, Actors' Equity Association (AEA), submissions, and more! Questions a... by Actor Aesthetic

29 min listen

5 Actor Job Boards For Finding Casting Calls and Auditions: There are hundreds of job boards and audition listings for actors across the internet. Whether you’re searching the internet for professional auditions in theatre hubs like New York City and Los Angeles, or you’re on the hunt for community theatre au... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

how to start your own audition journal: What happens when you start keeping track of all your auditions in one place? You grow. In this brief episode, we're talking about how to start and keep your own audition journal... so you never miss another important piece of information again! Grab... by Actor Aesthetic

11 min listen

why actors need to find a hobby outside of theatre: We need to get a life, y'all! Not everything is about singing, dancing and acting... (though much of can and SHOULD be ;)) In this brief episode, we're getting real about the true importance of finding a hobby outside of theatre. Helpful blogs: An ... by Actor Aesthetic

11 min listen

What NYC Audition Holding Rooms Are Really Like: When actors are waiting to audition, whether for film, television, or theatre, they are typically placed in a holding room. A holding room is where actors will sign up, sign in, and prepare for an audition. Depending on how the audition is running, y... by Actor Aesthetic

19 min listen

10 skills every actor should master (besides acting!!): Yeah you can sing, dance and act. But do you know what it takes to sustain an actual career in the entertainment industry? Here are the top ten skills every actor should master... besides acting. To get the Marketing 101 For Actors Ebook, go to www.a... by Actor Aesthetic

22 min listen

5 Mistakes Actors Make When Choosing An Audition Song: Picking a song for a vocal audition can be harder than the actual audition itself. After all, most auditions last about five minutes or less. Sometimes you get to sing a whole song, and sometimes you are asked to prepare a measly 16-bar cut. So how d... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

do all actors need a website?: Actor websites... how to make them, what to include, and why they are so important when pursuing a career in the professional theatre industry! To join the Patreon, go to patreon.com/actoraesthetic. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group... by Actor Aesthetic

13 min listen

10 Unusual But Effective Ways To Relax Before Auditions: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes 10 unusual but effective ways to calm your audition nerves! Did y’all know that Actor Aesthetic has an online store? You can now s... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

The 5 Most Common Struggles Actors Face With Auditions: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) chats about the most common struggles actors face when it comes to auditioning... and how to combat them! To book a 60-minute online cons... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

Unofficial Lists + How To Use Them Fairly: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) chats about unofficial lists, how EMC and non-equity members can take advantage of them, and how to use them fairly. How to Get Seen at E... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

10 Tips To Nail Your Next Self-Tape Audition: With the advance in technology these days, self-tape auditions are extremely common for actors! Self-tapes are usually requested by a casting director, and then submitted electronically. The casting director typically will provides an actor with side... by Actor Aesthetic

17 min listen

The Pros + Cons of Joining Actors' Equity Association: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes the pros and cons of joining Actors' Equity Association. How I Got My Actors' Equity Card 3 Critical Ways To Join Actors' Equity W... by Actor Aesthetic

22 min listen

Answering YOUR Questions on Survival Jobs, Agents, Audition Songs & MORE!: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) answers YOUR questions on survival jobs, agents, audition songs, and more! Questions answered in this episode: 1. Good jobs in NYC to pro... by Actor Aesthetic

23 min listen

How To Signup to Audition for an EPA (Equity Principal Audition): In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes the many ways Equity, EMC, and non-equity actors can sign up for Equity Principal Auditions! 7 Steps to Sign Up Online for Equity ... by Actor Aesthetic

25 min listen

how to stand out from the crowd in your auditions: What's the number one thing you might be missing from your auditions? Spontaneity. In this episode of the Actor Aesthetic podcast, host Maggie Bera shares tips and advice on how to find spontaneity in your auditions. Being spontaneous in auditions c... by Actor Aesthetic

19 min listen

how to stand out in your college audition prescreens: What’s a prescreen? Why do you need to submit one? And HOW do you stand out from the thousands of musical theatre college applicants just like you? Let’s discuss. In this episode, host Maggie Bera dishes her best advice for making it through the coll... by Actor Aesthetic

19 min listen

What NOT To Do When Choosing An Audition Song: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes her best tips on what NOT to do when choosing an audition song! The No-No List of Pop/Rock Audition Songs To get the "Build Your M... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

How To Create A Strong Website For Actors: For actors, having a personal website these days is non-negotiable. Casting directors, directors, producers, musical directors, choreographers, and other creatives often google talent before auditions, meetings or even when making tough casting decis... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

How I Prepare For Multiple Auditions In A Day (Successfully!): Preparing for an audition can be a daunting task. And preparing for multiple auditions can seem near impossible. In this episode, NYC-based actress and Actor Aesthetic Podcast host Maggie Bera discusses the ways in which she prepares for and attacks ... by Actor Aesthetic

23 min listen

The Most Surprising Lessons I've Learned From Equity Principal Auditions: Equity Principal Auditions are an important part of life for many actors across the country. Required of any production with a negotiated Equity contract, these open calls give unrepresented and represented actors alike time to audition in front of c... by Actor Aesthetic

20 min listen

Answering YOUR Questions on Summer Stock Auditions, EMC Points, College, Burn Out & MORE!: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) and NYC-based actor Collin Sanderson (Westchester Broadway Theatre, Fireside Theatre, Marriott Theatre) answer YOUR questions on summer s... by Actor Aesthetic

50 min listen

5 Toxic Things To Get Rid Of In 2020: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes her best advice on what to get rid of in 2020! Did y’all know that Actor Aesthetic has an online store? You can now search through... by Actor Aesthetic

17 min listen

swings, understudies and standbys (and why they’re so important): The backbone of a production? The only reason why the show goes on? Swings, understudies and standbys, of course! To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

How to Get Seen at Equity Auditions as an EMC or Non-Equity Actor: Certain productions and theaters are required to have Equity Principal Auditions (EPAs) and Equity Chorus Calls (ECCs). Members of Actor's Equity— the union for stage actors — can sign up for these auditions starting one week before they occur. Non-E... by Actor Aesthetic

17 min listen

the audition survival guide: what every actor needs to know: Auditioning for a musical theatre production can be nerve-wracking, but with the right preparation, actors can enter the audition room feeling confident and ready to shine. In this episode, we explore the essential steps to prepare for a musical thea... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

10 Tips On How To Structure Your Actor Resume: Aside from headshots, a resume is an actor’s number one tool for getting into the audition room. Think of a resume as your boarding pass – the ticket that will set you apart and show the world you deserve to be seen. Here are my top 10 tips to actors... by Actor Aesthetic

19 min listen

what you didn‘t know about moving to NYC as an actor: Thinking about making the big move to NYC? In this episode, host Maggie Bera takes you through her top ten tips to moving to New York City as an actor. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to r... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

5 lessons I learned after graduating with a BFA in musical theatre: The real world. Oooooooooh ahhhhhhhh. Scary... I know. Let's talk about it. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on your favorite po... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

want to build your audition book? now you can!: Every musical theatre actor needs an audition book. There... we said it. In this episode, host Maggie Bera breaks down the 3 genres of music you absolutely need to have in your musical theatre audition book. Like, right now. Build Your Musical Theatr... by Actor Aesthetic

20 min listen

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