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Self-Tape Secrets: How to Nail Your Musical Theatre Audition
Self-tapes are now the norm in musical theatre auditions. Here are my best tips for lighting, framing, sound, and performance — plus a free self-tape guide.
Do You Need a Microphone for Musical Theatre Self-Tapes in 2026?
Not sure if you need a microphone for musical theatre self-tapes? Here's the honest answer - plus the exact mic I use for every audition submission.
Audition Essentials for Musical Theatre Performers
Get ready to walk into your next audition feeling confident and prepared. This guide covers what every musical theatre performer needs—from headshots to your book.
Choose the Right Musical Theatre Audition Song
Choosing the right audition song is one of the most important (and often overlooked) parts of your musical theatre career. In this post, we’ll break down how to select songs that fit your voice, style, and story—so you can walk into any audition room with confidence.
Audition Season Prep Tips for Musical Theatre Performers
Feeling overwhelmed this audition season? Learn how to prep your materials, organize your calendar, and protect your energy as a performer.
How to Pick a Full Season Open Call Audition Song
Audition prep just got easier. Use this guide to confidently choose songs and monologues for multiple shows without feeling overwhelmed or miscast.
How to Audition Without an Agent (Step-by-Step Guide)
No agent? No problem. This guide breaks down how to take control of your musical theatre career using casting platforms, smart submissions, and strategy.
How to Write a Musical Theatre Resume in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Your musical theatre resume is your first audition. Here's exactly how to format it, what to include, and what casting directors actually want to see - step by step.
What To Do After Submitting Your Audition Tapes
Submitted your tapes for the Mean Girls tour? Learn exactly what to do next to stay proactive and turn your audition into new career opportunities.
Broadway Auditions: Myths, Truths, and Smart Strategies
Get the real truth about Broadway auditions. Learn how to find opportunities, submit online, and audition confidently — even without an agent or Broadway credits.
How to Make a Musical Theatre Demo Reel in 2026: Step-by-Step Guide
Your demo reel is your audition room. Learn how to create one strong reel that works everywhere from Actors Access to your website and shows who you really are.
How to Find Musical Theatre Auditions in 2026
Stop missing auditions. In this guide, Ashlee shares 6 proven platforms every performer should use to find musical theatre auditions.
How to Use Actors Access for Musical Theatre
Learn how to use Actors Access to find real musical theatre auditions, submit with confidence, and stand out to casting directors.
How to Act a Song for Musical Theatre Auditions
Learn how to act your musical theatre audition song with confidence and storytelling skills that make casting directors take notice.
How to Stand Out in a Musical Theatre Audition
Learn how to stand out in musical theatre auditions with expert preparation, authentic performance, and mindset strategies that casting directors remember.
Avoid These 5 Common Audition Song Mistakes
Avoid these five common audition song mistakes and learn how to choose, prepare, and perform material that actually books jobs and reflects your authentic artistry.