Theatre

DO student, experimental, low-budget, and independent films. Do community and independent theater. Remember, acting is doingnot just studying and reading about it. The more experience you have acting, the more you learn, the more you’ll grow, and the better your acting will be.

DO go for a variety of roles. This way you will stretch yourself as an actorwhich will make you a more well rounded actor.

DO get a computeryou’ll be using it A LOT. It’s an essential tool for any actor to have a computer or to at least have access to one (if you don’t have a computer, I suggest setting aside some cash and investing in one). You will be spending a lot of time on your computer creating letters, keeping your resume up to date, editing photos, and looking for work.

DO put up your own acting site on the World Wide Web. This is probably the best way to market yourself (second only to your headshot and resume), and it’s accessible to anyone with a computer, 24/7. Here, you can promote your latest news and endeavors, nicely display your resume, photos, and headshots, and include audio and video clips. Talk about standout!!!

DO look for acting jobs EVERY DAY. Essential sites to frequent are Playbill, Backstage, Actors Access, and Craigslist. Also check out the ‘links’ section of my website.

DO your mailings every dayor every day that you find something to submit for. Even if you don’t think you’re quite right for the part, but you suspect that you could be, submit yourself anyway. Trust me, sometimes it pays offyou may inspire the film-maker or director and change his or her mind about the character. It’s worth every try.

DO have a variety of monologues ready to go at all times (comedic, dramatic, classic, and contemporary).

DO carry headshots and resumes with you at all times. You never know who you’ll run into!

DO take classes whenever you can.

DO join a theater group or companythis will inevitably keep you on your toes!

DO your own thing. MAKE your acting career happen. Write a play, stage a readingand then star in it. Make your own movie.

DO work with other actors. Establish friendships. Collaborating is great!

DON’T give up on your dream.

Amy is an actress in NYC. Her website can be found at http://www.amyhoerler.com/menu (includes loads of links and tips for actors).

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The word ‘Theatre’ is the act of performing stories in front of a viewing audience using combinations of things, such as speech, music and dance. Theatre as we know it, takes on many forms such as opera, plays and pantomime.

When one wishes to see a performance at the theatre, we have to purchase theatre tickets. Here are some buying tips to bear in mind: -

1) Check the face value of the theatre ticket. If you are purchasing this ticket in person, ask to view it first.

2) Check that your chosen seat does not have any restrictions from a viewing perspective. If in doubt ask to see the theatre seating plan.

3) If you are purchasing tickets from a theatre ticket agency, ensure that they are a member of ‘STAR’ (The Society of Ticket Agents & Retailers).

4) If you go to buy tickets from a ticket agency in person, check the form before signing for it. Every ticket should show the value of the ticket and where you are supposed to be seated.

5) When buying tickets over the phone or on the internet, ask if you can collect your tickets before the theatre performance.

6) Theatre ticket agents invariably charge a booking fee. This will usually be no more than a quarter of the indicated face value of the theatre tickets.

7) Discount tickets for a lot of shows are available from the theatre ticket booth.

A lot of theatres now sell tickets on the internet. However, please note that a larger range of tickets are often available from the box office.

9) If you or someone attending a theatre performance is disabled, always check with the the theatre about disabled access before you make a booking.

10) Don’t buy tickets from ‘ticket touts’. They can often be found on the street trying to sell tickets.

Article by Richard Cooper of http://www.theatre-tickets-information.com ( The Theatre Ticket Buying Information Resource )

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The weather for once is hot, and the kids summer holidays are stretching on for what seems like an eternity. London is a place that people either love or hate, but there is no denying that with its countless historical and modern attractions, from the London Eye to the National Gallery, the British Museum, Harrods, Madame Tussauds, Buckingham Palace, Kew Gardens, the Tower of London, and of course Hamleys toy shop, it is home to some of the worlds best entertainment. With free admission to many of the top attractions, there’s no better place to shop or soak up some culture.

Along with the more famous attractions there are also many hidden gems such as the Dali Universe display at County Hall on the South Bank, which has over 500 works by the master surrealist artist Salvador Dali. Exhibits include the famed Lobster Telephone, Mae West Lips Sofa, as well as sculptures, drawings and original canvases. Currently there is also a buy one get one free offer for visitors to the Dali Universe website.

The BFI London IMAX Cinema in Waterloo is another attraction worth visiting. Featuring the UK’s biggest cinema screen which is nearly the height of five double-decker buses and over 26 metres wide, this is the most sophisticated motion-picture projection system in the world, and can immerse viewers in larger-than-life 2D and 3D images making them feel part of the picture.

For an interactive experience the updated Madame Tussauds is a good place to go. New displays such as the ‘Blush’ interactive party provide some of the feel of what it is like to be famous and get snapped by the paparazzi, or interviewed, while the Chamber Live exhibit covers 200 years of gruesome history with figures that come alive.

No holiday in London can be complete without a visit to one of the many fantastic West End shows. Whether you want comedy, music, dancing, child friendly shows, or just a great theatre experience, then the current line up of hit shows will not disappoint.

Three of the hottest shows presently running in the West End are the Lion King and Mary Poppins which are great for young families, while We Will Rock You is ideal for older children and will have the whole family stomping along to the music. If a more classic styled West End musical experience is preferred, there is always The Phantom of the Opera, Les Miserable, Mamma Mia, Chicago, Guys and Dolls, Evita, the list of hit shows goes on.

Checking online is a great way to get special offers at the hotels and theatres, and there are several companies like Superbreak which offer discounts and where it is possible to purchase hotel accommodation and tickets in advance to save on potential hassles. Several ticket offices in the capital also offer cut price returned or late booking tickets for many of the shows, it is important to note however, that with this method you have to take what you can get.

As with any city, you have to see what entertainment is available and make your visit what you want it to be. The advantage with London is that there is so much to see, with fantastic historic sites and museums, and there are always new shows and exhibits to suite any age range or taste.

Andrew Regan is an online journalist who enjoys socialising at his local Edinburgh rugby club.

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