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Thrifty Thursday Tip # 60 – Dollar Stores: Don’t Break the Bank!
AKZOphoto/Creative Commons Oh, the trusty drugstore: it’s both a time-saver and a money-sucker for a busy actor. CVS, Walgreens or Duane Reade have everything you could ever want, at prices that are...
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Understanding When It’s Time to Move On
I have big dreams for Actors’ Embassy. I envision a website that serves as the premier resource for actors navigating this business. I see a shared workspace where we can all go to stay productive...
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #61 – Fee Free
An easy first step to taking control of your finances: Don’t pay for what you don’t have to. Whether you are working to get out of debt or build up your savings, here are 4 fees thrifty converts...
View ArticleWhat are Your Burning Questions
Readers, if you read my last post, then you know I have committed myself to a refocusing back to the blog. I want to reconnect with all of you faithful readers and provide you with the best content I...
View ArticlePut Yourself Out There
We all are quite familiar with the audition scene. And it makes sense that, when looking for work, our minds automatically lead us to those long lines, hours of waiting, and brief moments in the room...
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #62 – Au Bon Pain Bake Sales: Bring Home the Brownies...
jeffreyw / Creative Commons Being a thrifty actor is all about saving money. But that doesn’t mean we don’t get to indulge once in a while. For me (Ethan), one of those indulgences is the good...
View ArticleOn the Kindness of Actors
There are a set of stereotypes the media uses to portray actors: The Cruella Deville type- cackling, strumming her fingers together slyly while holding out her foot to trip the competition; The...
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What to do With Conflicting Information
I just came across this very useful article by casting director and director Paul Russell. In it, Paul gives his opinions and tips on how to craft a great cover letter- a topic in which everyone could...
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #63 – Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
blogs.plos.org / creative commons As the winter months approach, the drop in temperatures can mean a rise in your energy bill. New York’s Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) is designed to help...
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Working for Low (or No) Pay: Should You Do It?
This is a constant discussion in the arts world. When you have a skill set that only requires your time and talents (rather than something more tangible) it’s inevitable that you will be approached to...
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Thrifty Thursday Tip #64 – Monoprice: Save on Your Tech!
Richard Unten / Creative Commons “Oh, technology,” a weary actor exclaimed at an audition studio the other day, when his smartphone charger stopped working. “Why you do me like you do?” It’s a...
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The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Viewers
Well, it’s official…The Sound of Music Live! is a big hit. Maybe not when you take to reading some of our industry colleagues’ Facebook and Twitter posts, but according to the ratings, last night’s...
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Budgeting for a Move to NYC: Revisited
As we head into 2014, some of you faithful readers may be gearing up for a move to NYC. What you’ll find below is a post from February of 2012. Most of the information still applies, but I’ll note when...
View ArticleMusical Theater Kids Can Have a Web Series Too
If you want to work in comedy, commercials, film or television you are lucky to pursue your dream in 2013. Now-a-days it’s incredibly easy to get your work out there. Recording equipment is readily...
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Finding Balance in Pursuit of Multiple Interests
I recently had the pleasure of meeting Jess Grippo- dancer, writer, and creative life coach. She has found a way to weave together all the things she loves into a fulfilling, successful, and creative...
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Introducing Our Newest Blogger: Aunt Lil
I’m really excited to introduce to you all the newest addition the AE team of bloggers: Aunt Lil. I’ll let her do most of the talking, but let me just say she is quite a character. She’s not your...
View ArticleAunt Lil’s Tips on Developing your Brand And Getting HOT!
Hi fans!! Long time no see! I’m here to catch you up on my life as a celebrity. So, I took the advice from my friend Russell (the BroadWAY star that has a crush on me) and went to the Drama Book Shop....
View ArticleAunt Lil’s Tips on Getting Great Glamour shots.
Ok fans! I’m back! What did you think of my career coaching with Doug? Or how amazing and fierce I was when getting hot with my personal trainer??? Woo! I’m here to tell you about my next step. I had...
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Actor/Non-Actor Relationships Revisited
Rachel F. Hirsch (214) Lately, I’ve gotten a lot of questions from readers about managing romantic relationships while maintaining a career in show biz. There are obvious reasons why these...
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Aunt Lil’s Tips on Acting Class
Aunt Lil Hi Fans! Aunt Lil here! What did you think of my glaaaaamourous headshots? Don’t you think my photographer is so beautiful? The next Chapter: “How To Make Smart Acting Choices” WOO! I was so...
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