Plays

As a gift for Clara in E.T.A. Hoffmann's "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King," the Nutcracker has a poised, yet vivid, character. Making your own nutcracker takes a dedication to shaping the wood...

Some of the most exciting theatre in NYC isn't on the Great White Way, and if you're willing to show up early and do a little ushering work, you can see some great productions for free.

Auditions can be a scary thing. By preparing yourself for the situation, you can use your nerves to better your performance.

Who doesn't love live theater? Plays are amazing and watching actors perform live is a great experience, but the cost of those tickets can add up quick. Here are some tips for saving money on...

You can generate ticket sales and create buzz for your play by developing a comprehensive marketing plan. The plan should include both traditional publicity generating tactics and more creative...

Whether your school has its own drama department and puts on plays throughout the year, there's no reason you can't start your own club for like-minded friends who enjoy theater as much as you do....

Have you ever wanted to see your favorite productions for cheap or free? Here are some tried and true ways that will help you do just that. The show must go on...make sure you are there to see it!

Outside of New York and Chicago, Washington, DC has an active theater community. There are many great theater companies and spots to watch plays in this town. However, one of my biggest downside...

Shakespeare? Seriously, Shakespeare? Like, Wow, man. Heavy. But then again maybe not so much.

The next time you have to memorize a monologue, speech or scene, have no fear. Instead of allowing the content to gain control over you and drive you to a nervous wreck, learn how to approach...

Anti-hero's are antagonistic characters or characters who do not have purely heroic characters. Playwrights write some plays that turn the anti-hero into the protagonist. One of the most popular...

If you've written a script for a play that you want to have performed, then the next step is to have your work either copyrighted with the Library of Congress or registered with the Writer's Guild...

One of the first ways for people to break into playwriting and directing in New York City is by participating in many of the theatre festivals that happen all through the year in New York City and...

Shakespeare. One name that intimidates many people. Perhaps it is the language that confuses you. It might be memories of the dreadfully dreary way you were introduced to the wonderful works of...

With over 200 shows, the fringe festival can seem overwhelming. With a few simple tips, you can go to the next fringe festival feeling like a seasoned pro.

The curtain call means everything to the production of a play even though it isn't staged until the last rehearsal before the start of the official dress rehearsals. The timing and sequence of a...

New York City's Shakespeare in the Park is one of the most popular summer theatre events in Manhattan. Presented by the Public Theatre, this event is absolutely free. Here's an insiders guide to...