why I work a 9-5 full time job while pursuing a career as an actor

The Actor "Hustle" - Is It Hurting Our Mental Health?: As actors, we are conditioned to believe that we must hustle in order to make it in show business. We are told that there should not be a day that goes by where we're not working on something related to our craft... whether it’s taking classes, worki... by Actor Aesthetic

21 min listen

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

16 min listen

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 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

11 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

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

How I Prepare For Multiple Auditions In A Day (Successfully!): Preparing for an audition can be a daunting task. And preparing for multiple auditions can seem near impossible. In this episode, NYC-based actress and Actor Aesthetic Podcast host Maggie Bera discusses the ways in which she prepares for and attacks ... by Actor Aesthetic

23 min listen

10 skills every actor should master (besides acting!!): Yeah you can sing, dance and act. But do you know what it takes to sustain an actual career in the entertainment industry? Here are the top ten skills every actor should master... besides acting. To get the Marketing 101 For Actors Ebook, go to www.a... by Actor Aesthetic

22 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

21 min listen

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

16 min listen

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

how to get the most out of your college + high school experience as an actor: Didn't book the lead as a freshman? Didn't land that summer stock job? Here's my best advice for making the most of your high school and college experience as a young actor! Shout out to my cousins Abby and Lizzie! To get the Marketing 101 For Actors... by Actor Aesthetic

12 min listen

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

19 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

How To Create A Strong Website For Actors: For actors, having a personal website these days is non-negotiable. Casting directors, directors, producers, musical directors, choreographers, and other creatives often google talent before auditions, meetings or even when making tough casting decis... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

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

17 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

14 min listen

10 Unusual But Effective Ways To Relax Before Auditions: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes 10 unusual but effective ways to calm your audition nerves! Did y’all know that Actor Aesthetic has an online store? You can now s... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

The 5 Most Common Struggles Actors Face With Auditions: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) chats about the most common struggles actors face when it comes to auditioning... and how to combat them! To book a 60-minute online cons... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

10 tips to nail your next self tape: Whether your agent contacted you or you heard directly from the creative team, it's time to put yourself on tape for casting. In this episode, host Maggie Bera breaks down her top 10 tips to nailing your next self tape. AMAZON RING LIGHT - https://am... by Actor Aesthetic

16 min listen

my best advice for all actors heading into 2023 (PART 2): Self worth + pursuing a professional career in the theatre industry... what could possibly go wrong? Let's get into it. 2023 is our year, baby. To get the Marketing 101 For Actors Ebook, go to www.actoraesthetic.com/marketing. Spread love and don't f... by Actor Aesthetic

13 min listen

Why You Should Be Submitting Directly To Casting Directors (With Or Without An Agent): The brand new Actor Aesthetic online course, How To Successfully Submit To Casting Directors (With Or Without an Agent or Manger) is officially launched! We ALL know it helps to have an agent who can get you in front of the right people. But YOU, yes... by Actor Aesthetic

13 min listen

the pros + cons of pursuing your PASSION in theatre as a a career: Getting to do something you love every day? YES. Getting PAID to do something you love every day? HECK YES. Going months not knowing when your next acting job will be? Needing to work another job to sustain yourself in the meantime? Facing daily reje... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

How To Stay Healthy During Audition Season: Audition season is a trying time for all actors - Equity and non-equity alike. Most of audition season is held during the bitter winter months, and when traveling from place to place, waiting outside audition studios on long lines, and sitting in cro... by Actor Aesthetic

18 min listen

5 Toxic Things To Get Rid Of In 2020: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) dishes her best advice on what to get rid of in 2020! Did y’all know that Actor Aesthetic has an online store? You can now search through... by Actor Aesthetic

17 min listen

how to stand out in your college audition prescreens: What’s a prescreen? Why do you need to submit one? And HOW do you stand out from the thousands of musical theatre college applicants just like you? Let’s discuss. In this episode, host Maggie Bera dishes her best advice for making it through the coll... by Actor Aesthetic

19 min listen

Answering YOUR Questions on Agents, Equity, NYC, Self-Tapes & MORE!: In this episode, NYC-based actress/host Maggie Bera (Connecticut Rep, Theatre Under The Stars, Fireside Theatre) answers YOUR questions on agents, life in New York City, self-tapes, Actors' Equity Association (AEA), submissions, and more! Questions a... by Actor Aesthetic

29 min listen

does the perfect ”work/life” balance exist in theatre?: Auditions, full time jobs, family time, social life, schoolwork, rest... is there such a thing as the perfect work/life balance? What does it all mean for the modern day performer? In this episode, host Maggie Bera reveals how she's working towards t... by Actor Aesthetic

17 min listen

6 Reasons Why Every Actor Should Convert Their Instagram Account To A Business Profile: NYC-based actress and Actor Aesthetic creator, Maggie Bera, dishes her 6 reasons why every actor should convert their personal Instagram account to a business profile. Ready to make the switch? Setting up an Instagram business profile is easy! Here’s... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

the audition survival guide: what every actor needs to know: Auditioning for a musical theatre production can be nerve-wracking, but with the right preparation, actors can enter the audition room feeling confident and ready to shine. In this episode, we explore the essential steps to prepare for a musical thea... by Actor Aesthetic

24 min listen

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