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Actor Aesthetic, hosted by NYC-based actress Maggie Bera, is a podcast designed to educate artists pursuing a career in the theatre industry.
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Monday Feb 11, 2019
Monday Feb 11, 2019
We're celebrating 2 years of the actor lifestyle blog, Actor Aesthetic! In this episode, Maggie reminisces on her early writing days, the late-night Instagram Live chats with y'all, and how her blog (and eventually the podcast) was born.
It takes a village!
Special thanks to Professor Salwa Khan of Texas State University and her incredible course on the fundamentals of Digital and Online Media.
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Sunday Feb 03, 2019
Sunday Feb 03, 2019
What does "making it" mean to you? What holds you back? What keeps you going?
This week I got to chat with fellow NYC-based actor, Patrick Oliver Jones. Patrick has been blessed with an incredible career thus far... traveling across the country on the national tours of THE ADDAMS FAMILY and EVITA, appearing off-Broadway, co-starring in a couple of major television shows including Law & Order and Blue Bloods, etc. He is also the host of the Why I'll Never Make It podcast, showcasing a "lighthearted yet revealing look at the challenges of a career in the arts."
This episode features my intimate chat with Patrick as we bonded over the ins and outs of the showbiz, New York City, college, rejection, our experiences auditioning, understudying and performing, and of course... working with Broadway composer and mutual friend, Andrew Lippa.
For more information on Patrick, visit his website at www.pojones.com.
Follow his podcast on Instagram at @winmipodcast or visit the Why I'll Never Make it website.
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Monday Jan 28, 2019
Monday Jan 28, 2019
RENT Live on FOX SHOULD have made TV history. Instead... it wasn't even live. Here are my thoughts on the latest televised musical, the injury that plagued the production, the producers' decision to air the dress rehearsal instead, and the future of this form of "live theatre."
The show must go on... right?
Here are some clips of what actually was happening live the night the performance should have aired.
"Out Tonight" Concert Rendition with Tinashe as Mimi
Over The Moon" Concert Rendition with Vanessa Hudgens as Maureen
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Monday Jan 21, 2019
Monday Jan 21, 2019
Don't let crazy, crowded holding rooms get in the way of doing your best at auditions.
This is part of the Guided Meditation Series focusing on relieving stress from auditions. Today's episode will include a guided meditation focused on gratitude.
6 Things To Expect in an Audition Holding Room
My #1 Secret To Staying Centered at Auditions
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Saturday Jan 19, 2019
Saturday Jan 19, 2019
This is part of the Guided Meditation Series focusing on relieving stress from auditions. Today's episode will include a guided meditation specifically for college auditions. You can listen to this on the way to auditions (in the car, on the plane, in a taxi, or on the subway), in the holding room before the audition, or after the audition.
Remember, you will end up at the right place. I promise that everything happens for a reason and you will find the program that loves you for who you are.
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15 Things You Must Pack When Traveling To College Auditions
How To Make A Spreadsheet for College Auditions
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Monday Jan 14, 2019
Monday Jan 14, 2019
With audition season booming, we're keeping this episode light and fun. Maggie discusses her top ten FAVORITE broadway musical scores of all time, why she loves them, and why she will fight anyone who doesn't think her #1 should be #1!
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Jason Robert Brown on writing the Bridges of Madison County
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Monday Jan 07, 2019
Monday Jan 07, 2019
College auditions are overwhelming. But with the effective organizational tools, time management, and a positive attitude, things will run a lot smoother!
This is a podcast dedicated to all my friends and parents of students planning on pursuing a degree in musical theatre.
Remember, you will end up at the right place. I promise that everything happens for a reason and you will find the program that loves you for who you are.
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15 Things You Must Pack When Traveling To College Auditions
How To Make A Spreadsheet for College Auditions
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Monday Dec 31, 2018
Monday Dec 31, 2018
When actors are waiting to audition, whether for film, television, or theatre, they are typically placed in a holding room. A holding room is where actors will sign up, sign in, and prepare for an audition. Depending on how the audition is running, you may spend hours in a holding room. So let's get to know these magical places and all they may (or may not) have to offer.
If you are an actor interested in moving to New York City, this podcast is for you!
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How to Get Seen at EPAs and ECCs as a non-Equity actor
Non-Equity Actor's Guide to the 5 Types of NYC Auditions
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Monday Dec 24, 2018
Monday Dec 24, 2018
In this episode, Maggie discusses different tactics to land an agent… including senior showcase, cold submissions, industry referrals, and more. Agents are not a necessity to be successful in the business, but they can be a huge help in opening doors and building relationships with casting directors and creative teams.
On the blog:
Agents vs. Managers: What's the difference?
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Monday Dec 17, 2018
Monday Dec 17, 2018
Are you going from job to job and feeling like musical theatre is taking over your life? Are you waking up early, going to auditions, and feeling like your time is being wasted by every job you don’t get? Or are you in college pursuing a BFA and experiencing the culture shock that is studying musical theatre 24/7?
This episode is for anyone who is feeling burnt out by the industry.
Maggie asks important questions that will challenge your ideas of work ethic and ‘rejection.’
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Website: www.maggiebera.com