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14 Must-Read Books for Musical Theatre Performers
From Broadway history to emotional resilience, these 14 books shaped my journey as a performer, coach, and educator. Here’s your essential MT reading list.
Navigating Musical Theatre Burnout: Strategies for a Balanced Career
Discover proven tactics to avoid burnout in the musical theatre industry. Learn how to redefine success, set priorities, and embrace a fulfilling career. Explore tips from a seasoned performer and educator.
How To Survive a Bad Day as a Musical Theatre Performer (Without Falling Apart)
Every performer has bad days. Here’s how I reset, refocus, and move forward—plus the routines, mindset shifts, and small actions that keep me grounded for the long haul.
How to Use This Guided Meditation Before Your Next Musical Theatre Audition
Feeling anxious before your audition? This guided meditation helps you calm your body, visualize success, and walk into the room with grounded confidence.
How to Make a Musical Theatre Demo Reel That Books the Job
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.
Break Free from Typecasting in Musical Theatre: Redefine Your Path, Your Way
Feel stuck in the same roles? This post shows you how to challenge outdated casting labels, reclaim your artistic identity, and rewrite your musical theatre path.
Healing from Trauma in Musical Theatre: How to Reclaim Your Power and Rebuild Confidence
Trauma in musical theatre training is more common than you think. This guide walks you through healing, self-discovery, and taking back your artistic power.
How to Find Musical Theatre Auditions: STOP missing opportunities
Stop missing auditions. In this guide, Ashlee shares 6 proven platforms every performer should use to find musical theatre auditions.
Why You’re Not Playing Your Dream Roles (and What to Do About It)
Feeling stuck or frustrated with audition results? This guide will help you uncover what’s really holding you back—and how to move forward with clarity, strategy, and self-trust. Because your dream roles are not out of reach.
Can You Still Book Theatre Roles With Tattoos or Bold Hair?
Worried that bold hair or visible tattoos might hurt your chances in theatre auditions? Here's what casting directors actually care about—and how to stay true to you.
Is the Golden Age of Musical Theatre Still Relevant Today?
Golden Age musicals changed Broadway forever—but do they still resonate today? Here’s why rethinking these classics matters now more than ever.
How to Stand Out in a Musical Theatre Audition
To stand out in a musical theatre audition, preparation isn’t enough. Here’s how to lead with presence, kindness, and professionalism.