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Resources and Tips for Making a Living in Theater Today

Hard work, talent, and commitment will go a long way toward establishing your professional career in theater. But resources and tips from theater pros will help, as well. What does a professional bio look like? Where can you get quality headshots? What is proper etiquette for auditions? Should you join a union? How much can you expect to earn?

Memory and the Actor's Mind

Experts on how actors memorize lines and help to do it better

Maintaining Motivation

Actors in long-running shows talk about keeping it fresh.

Landing Your First Professional Role

What you need to break into the professional acting ranks.

Theater Careers Defined

Brief definitions of various careers in theater

From College to Career

An in-depth guide from the University of Texas on graduating to a career in theater

Audition Resources

A site by auditioners for auditioners

Career Resource Books

Books and guides on theater careers

Explore Theater

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