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Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Dealing with “No”: A Rejection Deflection Guide for Actors by Dean Linnard

They said no. You prepared for your audition for hours, and they said no. What do you do now? Even though we know that rejection is a central component of a career in the theater, being deni…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 01:14AM
Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Outdoor Shakespeare: What happens when it rains?! by Dean Linnard

As winter approaches and the colder months draw in, let us take a moment to dream of summer Shakespeare outside. Today we are going to explore outdoor Shakespeare: its history and traditions…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 05:48AM
Wednesday, October 5, 2022

The Art of Getting Ready: Finding Your Pre-Show Routine by Dean Linnard

Now, every actor is different but what are some best practices regarding getting ready for curtain? Today we are going to explore pre-show routines for the body, voice, and mind!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 03:04AM
Monday, July 12, 2021

The Musical Mouse: Dissecting Disney on Broadway by Dean Linnard

Disney on Broadway is a theatrical phenonemon but, as this blog post explores, it was a risky move to shift from film to stage. Let's take a look!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 06:48AM
Monday, June 7, 2021

The Joy of the Past: History on Stage by Dean Linnard

History plays are having a moment. But why? Why in this modern era of immediacy are our stages now looking back? Let's take a look!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 05:01AM
Thursday, May 13, 2021

The Future of Streaming Theatre in a Post-Covid World: A Prediction by Dean Linnard

The last year saw a boom in streamed theatre as Covid-19 hit the world. As we tentatively move forwards, will streaming continue in some form? Let's see!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 05:26AM
Thursday, April 8, 2021

From Stage to Screen: When Musicals Become Movies by Dean Linnard

From the recent movie adaptation of Cats to the phenomenally successful film of Chicago...why are movie musicals so hit and miss?! Let's take a look!

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 08:42AM
Wednesday, January 27, 2021

Stage Combat: A Beginner’s Guide by Dean Linnard

Effective stage combat can be a daunting prospect for any actor. Our latest blog post offers an introduction on how best to serve the fight director and the play in moments of physical comb…

SOURCE: blog.stageagent.com at 05:27AM

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2024-2025 BROADWAY SEASON
Jun 05, 2024: Home - Todd Haimes Theatre
Jul 11, 2024: Oh, Mary! - Lyceum Theatre
Jul 30, 2024: Job - Hayes Theater
Sep 12, 2024: The Roommate - Booth Theatre
Nov 14, 2024: Tammy Faye - Palace Theatre
Dec 12, 2024: Cult of Love - Hayes Theater
Dec 19, 2024: Gypsy - Majestic Theatre
Mar 17, 2025: Purpose - Hayes Theater
Apr 01, 2025: Glengarry Glen Ross
Apr 10, 2025: Smash - Imperial Theatre
TBA: Titanic