Thespian Lifestyle

People outside of the patriarchy are definitely writing plays. But the systemic ostracization of women storytellers, directors and administrators has blocked access to important work. However, playgoers, teachers, and readers of blogs can sway this trend! When we highlight the need for artists who have been relegated to the sidelines, we begin an age of artistic expression and expansion that will impact our cultural lives far into the future. This is, by no means, a definitive list, but it’s a start!

Finding the perfect monologue can be a challenging task! But that’s exactly why we’re going to be offering a new series of blog posts in which we group together some of the greatest monologues from published plays. None of the monologues that we select are self-written or stand-alone pieces. These are all legitimate options that can be used when auditioning for your next show. And to kick things off, we’re going to start with some amazing monologues about love!

So you’ve just closed a show and are now in that awkward in-between phase. You might be going through a range of emotions like boredom, relief, confusion, anxiousness, and sometimes even post-show depression. But just because you aren’t actively working on a show doesn’t mean that you can’t continue to grow and improve. In fact, these down times are actually necessary for moving forward. So here are 17 great ways that you can stay productive between shows!

Going to the theatre can become an expensive activity over time. But not to fear! We’ve got you covered with 7 amazing ways to get cheap theatre tickets for West End and Broadway. And to get cheap theatre tickets for other cities, you can check out TodayTix (in the #1 spot below).

Sometimes it’s fun to simply enjoy a good old-fashioned whodunit! And that’s exactly why we’ve put together a list of some of the greatest murder mystery plays for your enjoyment. Some are serious, some are funny, and some are simply parodies of the classics. So keep on reading for 12 murder mystery plays you’ll surely love!

The theatre world is home to many different conferences and events that are designed to spread information and make you into a better theatre practitioner. It can be hard to get a good overview of the best ones out there. But we’ve put together a list of some of the greatest theatre conferences that you just won’t want to miss!

Happy almost Halloween! If you’re looking for ways to spook yourself silly over the next couple of weeks, look no further. We’ve put together a list of 11 horror plays that will send tingles down your spine. So turn down the lights, get cozy, and see if you can make it all the way to lucky number thirteen.

Picking out the perfect musical theatre Halloween costume can be a super fun project. But unfortunately, not all of your favorite musical characters have ready-made costumes to match. Because of this, we have put together a list of amazing costumes that you can easily recreate! The best part? You can even wear many of these individual pieces again, even after Halloween is over! And you may even have a few of these pieces in your closet already!

Although landing your dream role can be an exciting moment, it’s actually just half the battle! But now comes the fun part – getting into character! Sometimes it can be a challenge to fully get into character, but we have you covered with 10 brilliant ways to do so!

Due to finances, life events, location, or lack of time, the option of watching live theatre isn’t always available to us. But there is good news that comes with living in this digital age. There are tons of resources and ways to watch theatre online! And here are just a few of our favorites.