Advice

Julia Murney on Audra McDonald in 'The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess'

Julia Murney of "The Wild Party" and "Wicked" celebrates Audra McDonald's work in the Gershwin revival.

Actors Generating Jobs Via The New Producers

Nearly gone are the days of the sole producer who stumbles upon or nurtures an obscure project with an inevitable eye towards commercial presentation.

Haven't Got a Prayer

I am moving to New York City from Oman to start an acting career. I am a devout Muslim, and I was wondering what forums and opportunities there are for Muslims in the New York theater.

Oscar Night Offers Few Surprises

Meryl Streep's Best Actress win was the evenings biggest surprise, while Octavia Spencer and Christopher Plummer both landed expected wins.

Networking Q's, Open Calls

I know I need to market myself, but how exactly can I do that? Is there anything I can do to stand out?

AA Meeting, Extra Help

I took a commercial class and got called in by a very big, well-respected agency. It's been three weeks since then and I haven't heard from them at all. I sent thank-you cards right after our meeting, but what do I do now?

Making Dances in Myriad Realms

If you are looking to diversify your choreographic career path, there is perhaps no better model than 38-year-old Long Island, N.Y., native Larry Keigwin.

December Decisions

While you are planning your New Year's resolutions, focus on getting yourself financially healthy for the new year as well.

Preparing Your Own Return

Every year, I caution people to be careful about preparing their own tax returns. Coming from a tax preparer, this advice may appear self-serving, but it isn't. Just the other day, something happened that called into question the idea, so heavily promoted in TV ads, that doing your own ...

Post Haste, Losing Face

Since signing, I go out all the time for voiceovers (yay!), but I have yet to go out for the on-camera department (boo!). I met with all of the on-camera agents briefly, sent a couple of updates, but still—no dice.