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Advice for the actors and directors
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Headshots 101
Headshots 101 Although the title may be misleading, the Actors Fund is actually for all those involved in film, theatre or performance. Your mamma blessed you with a beautiful face. This can work to your advantage when it comes to casting, right? Well not if you don’t...
I Can’t I Have Rehearsal
I Can’t I Have Rehearsal It can be difficult sometimes to constantly pass up spending time with friends, family, or Netflix to be at rehearsal. We begin this article by sharing a beautifully original, hipster, high quality garment choice courtesy of Walmart.com. If...
The Actors Fund
The Actors Fund Although the title may be misleading, the Actors Fund is actually for all those involved in film, theatre or performance. Let’s face it, life gets hard sometimes. Additionally, there are certain elements of difficulty that come with being an artist...
Day Jobs for Actors
Day Jobs for Actors How fun would it be to tyrannically introduce children to the joys of giving your entire life over to theatre? The phrase “Don’t quit your day job” isn’t exactly a nice or positive one. Additionally, though, it has some implications that are just...
Actors’ Equity-How it all Works
Actors’ Equity-How it all Works The Principal contract is sometimes referred to as “the white contract” while the chorus is often referred to as “the pink contract”. If you’ve been involved with theatre for a while, and/or you’re seeking to be a professional, odds are...
5 Cities with an Unexpectedly Great Film Scene
5 Cities with an Unexpectedly Great Film Scene Where you are located is a huge factor relating to your success in the theatre and film industry. Let’s face it, if you’re hanging out in North Dakota you probably don’t have the greatest shot at skyrocketing into a...
How to Choose an Agency
How to Choose an Agency It’s important to know what you’re looking for in an agency, and what goals you have for your career. The time has come. You’ve read Stanislavsky, memorized every lyric to every Sondheim musical, and have seen all the Oscar nominees for the...
5 Reasons to Say “NO” to a Project
5 Reasons to Say “NO” to a Project In the industry of film and theater, there are many opportunities for actors and directors alike. One of the most difficult parts of this business can be making choices about which projects you choose to participate in. What if you...
Unexpected Cities with Great Theatre Scenes
Unexpected Cities with Great Theatre Scenes “I have a third cousin once removed who dated a guy once whos uncle worked for Disney, maybe I could help you out” When an individual pursuing theatre finds themselves in a regular, everyday conversation about professions...
5 Famous Couples Who Met on Stage
5 Famous Couples Who Met on Stage Ahh, the glamor and romance of the silver screen. As you may remember from a previous CallBoard article, “5 Famous Couples Who Met on Set”, filming a movie can be the perfect setting for a budding romance to blossom. What about...