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Secretary Hamilton, Have You Met Mrs. Dolly Levi?

Hamilton and Hello, Dolly!–complete opposites of the musical theatre spectrum, one would think. StageAgent editor and blogger, Laura Ware, shares her thoughts on the correlations in such different shows and their relevance in our current political climate, and how much we need both of them today in the growth and influence of musical theatre itself.

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Top 10 Roles for Teenagers in Musicals

When we think of the best roles in a musical for a teenager, our thoughts often immediately turn to shows such as High School Musical, Hairspray, or Grease. These musicals are brilliant for a range of multi-age teenage roles, with large casts and plenty of scope for principal, supporting, and ensemble parts. But what about key teenage roles in musicals that are not specifically targeted at 11-19 year olds? StageAgent blogger Alexandra Appleton has compiled a list of terrific teen roles.

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7 min

Acting

Cruise Ship Entertainment Pt 2: A Few More Tips

The work on a cruise ship is often fun, sometimes a grind, but if you’re lucky it’s a very well-paid vacation. If you want to save some money for your move to a bigger market, it may be ideal for you. But if you are someone who struggles with too much structure or a perceived lack of freedom, it may not be in your future. Read the second in our two-part series to see if cruise ship entertainment is something for you!

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5 min

Singing

Say No to Nodes! Vocal Health on a Hectic Schedule

As a singer or performer, your voice is not only your business, but your business partner—it gets you jobs, it keeps you in communication with the world, and of course, lets you perform. It’s important to keep your instrument healthy to support not only your performance goals, but also your everyday life.

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4 min

Acting

Cruise Ship Entertainment Pt 1: A Practical Guide

Do you have what it takes to be a cruise ship entertainer? Read more about what the work is like, and how you live on the ocean for months at a time. Of course, every company is different, but many shows are performed in a theatre that looks like a Broadway house. It’s beautiful, extremely well-maintained, and holds about 1300 people. You’d think it would be located right in the heart of the theatre district, but no, it’s somewhere else…IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OCEAN.

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sa-shows-musicals

Secretary Hamilton, Have You Met Mrs. Dolly Levi?

Top 10 Roles for Teenagers in Musicals

Cruise Ship Entertainment Pt 2: A Few More Tips

Say No to Nodes! Vocal Health on a Hectic Schedule

Cruise Ship Entertainment Pt 1: A Practical Guide