Waiting in line since 5am. Spending 8+ hour days for an audition you may never get. Having to find the best audition material to match the tone of the show you want. These are the realities of theatre actors, and I’m bringing on the one and only Maggie Bera to take us through the current state of theatre in New York City. This one is for all of the stage actors out there, and for every on camera actor wondering what it’s like on the other side. Maggie shares her personal journey from moving to NYC, adjusting to the hustle of open calls, union benefits, and balancing acting with other jobs. She offers advice on navigating the city's theater scene, audition strategies, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance. We are also going to touch on the importance of financial stability, the benefits of Equity membership, and the impact of social media and online presence on modern actors' careers. If you’ve been wondering what it’s like to pursue a career on the stage or hoping to hear from a theater actor because you are one yourself, Maggie’s story will leave you feeling inspired to do what you love.
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00:00 — Welcoming Maggie Bera02:53 — The Realities of Moving to NYC for Theater12:19 — Navigating the World of Auditions in New York22:05 — The Journey to Equity Membership and Beyond24:00 — Deciding When to Join the Union25:45 — The Freelance Agent Experience27:35 — Understanding Theatrical Agents28:27 — Balancing Acting Career and Personal Life31:34 — Maintaining Health and Wellness35:32 — Navigating Relationships and Sacrifices38:12 — Actor Aesthetic43:21 — Learning and Growing Through Actor Aesthetic45:37 — The Ever-Changing Industry and Online Presence
Resources Mentioned in This Episode:
★ Actors Encouraged Podcast
★ Actor Aesthetic
★ Actor Aesthetic IG @actoraesthetic
★ Maggie’s IG @maggiebera
★ Maggie’s Website
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