“Theatre Lab instructors encourage and teach students so many valuable life lessons such as being a team player and having self-confidence. My daughter has been able to conquer her fear of public speaking – you should see her now!”
Student Resources
Auditions
Below are some great sources for finding auditions in the D.C. area and across the country:
Northern Virginia Theatre Alliance
Washington Post Guide to the Lively Arts
Casting Agencies
There are a number of casting and talent agencies in the area serving the film and theatre industries. Some hold open calls on a regular basis, while others provide casting services for particular projects.
Listservs
Yahoo! Groups has several listservs providing audition and performance info for the D.C. Metro area:
dcbaltoactor (AEA only)
Galvanize DC (geared toward African-American actors)
Resume Template
If you're wondering how to put together your resume, here's how: Download our resume template and use it as a model. Even if you think you have nothing to put on a resume, you probably have more relevant experience than you think. Don't forget to mention your Theatre Lab classes and instructors!
Headshots
Headshots are a necessity for all actors, and it’s always important to keep your photographs up to date. We recommend the services of Clinton Brandhagen.
Recommended Reading
In response to student requests for a list of good acting and theatre books, we asked Theatre Lab faculty members to recommend their favorites. Here's what they had to say. Click on the name of the book to learn more about it from Amazon.com.