my step-by-step guide to filming a simple self-tape audition

swings, understudies and standbys (and why they’re so important): The backbone of a production? The only reason why the show goes on? Swings, understudies and standbys, of course! To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor... by Actor Aesthetic

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my untold story of life after college in musical theatre: In this episode, host Maggie Bera takes you through her musical theatre journey post grad into the unknown. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor Aest... by Actor Aesthetic

28 min listen

3 ways to find an agent or manager in NYC: Looking for representation in NYC? In this episode, host Maggie Bera dishes her 3 top ways for finding an agent or manager in NYC! To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subsc... by Actor Aesthetic

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what you didn‘t know about moving to NYC as an actor: Thinking about making the big move to NYC? In this episode, host Maggie Bera takes you through her top ten tips to moving to New York City as an actor. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to r... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

10 easy ways to revamp your audition book: Has it been far too long since you last took a hard look at your audition book? We don't blame you! In this episode, host Maggie Bera takes you through her top ten tips to help dust off your audition book and give it a good revamp! To join the Actor ... by Actor Aesthetic

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top 5 casting sites for finding professional auditions (musical theatre edition): Ready to submit your resume to professional theatre companies but not sure where to start? In this episode, host Maggie Bera takes you through her top 5 favorite casting sites for finding professional theatrical auditions! To join the Actor Aesthetic... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

why rejection sucks + how to overcome it: Ask any successful performer and they'll tell you... rejection sucks. Like really, really bad. But when you're pursuing a professional career in the theatre industry, it's simply a part of life. In this episode, host Maggie Bera walks you through her... by Actor Aesthetic

15 min listen

5 lessons I learned after graduating with a BFA in musical theatre: The real world. Oooooooooh ahhhhhhhh. Scary... I know. Let's talk about it. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group, click here. Spread love and don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the Actor Aesthetic Podcast on your favorite po... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

do all actors need a website?: Actor websites... how to make them, what to include, and why they are so important when pursuing a career in the professional theatre industry! To join the Patreon, go to patreon.com/actoraesthetic. To join the Actor Aesthetic Alliance Facebook group... by Actor Aesthetic

13 min listen

a day in my life as an actor during the busiest time of audition season: Wake up, work, audition, REPEAT! It's getting busy over here y'all. In this episode, actress and host Maggie Bera dishes the details on a day in her life during the busiest time of audition season right in the heart of NYC. Get your copy of the Acto... by Actor Aesthetic

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Typing At Auditions: What Does It Mean And How Does It Work?: In this episode, NYC-based actress and host Maggie Bera discusses typing at auditions... what it means for actors, and how it works! To get the "How To Submit To Casting Directors (With Or Without An Agent)" Online Course, head to on over to https://... by Actor Aesthetic

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want to build your audition book? now you can!: Every musical theatre actor needs an audition book. There... we said it. In this episode, host Maggie Bera breaks down the 3 genres of music you absolutely need to have in your musical theatre audition book. Like, right now. Build Your Musical Theatr... by Actor Aesthetic

20 min listen

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How + Why I Joined Actors' Equity Association: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) chats about how and WHY she joined Actors' Equity Association. To get the "Build Your Musical Theatre Audition Book" online course, head ... by Actor Aesthetic

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How I Afford To Live In NYC As An Actor: It's no secret that New York City is one of the most expensive cities in the United States to live in. In this episode, Actor Aesthetic Podcast host Maggie Bera discusses how she affords to live in New York City as an actor. It ain't easy... but it's... by Actor Aesthetic

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An Introvert’s Guide To Surviving Audition Holding Rooms: Have you ever taken a personality test like the Enneagram or the Myers-Briggs test? Chances are, you identify as either an introvert or extrovert. The definition of an introvert is someone who prefers calm, minimally stimulating environments. Introve... by Actor Aesthetic

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Instagram For Actors: Q&A with Actor Aesthetic host Maggie Bera: NYC-based actress and creator of Actor Aesthetic Maggie Bera answers all your questions about how actors can take advantage of Instagram. Should actors have more than one Instagram account? Should I revamp my personal account? Or just create a new on... by Actor Aesthetic

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why actors need to find a hobby outside of theatre: We need to get a life, y'all! Not everything is about singing, dancing and acting... (though much of can and SHOULD be ;)) In this brief episode, we're getting real about the true importance of finding a hobby outside of theatre. Helpful blogs: An ... by Actor Aesthetic

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how to stand out from the crowd in your auditions: What's the number one thing you might be missing from your auditions? Spontaneity. In this episode of the Actor Aesthetic podcast, host Maggie Bera shares tips and advice on how to find spontaneity in your auditions. Being spontaneous in auditions c... by Actor Aesthetic

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24 min listen

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