The Washingtonians http://www.thewashingtonians.org proud D.C. residents and thespians of all ages Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Acting Resources For Washington D.C. For Actors http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/20/acting-resources-for-washington-d-c-for-actors/ http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/20/acting-resources-for-washington-d-c-for-actors/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thewashingtonians.org/&p=32 Did you know there is a variety of acting resources for Washington D.C actors?

You don’t have to move to Hollywood to get your acting career anymore. That’s right. Even in the good old U.S. capital, those who are inclined to become the next great acting superstar even have a wide variety of options.

Washington DC actually boasts a wide variety of acting resources to choose from, many of which include community theaters such as the Vienna Theatre Company and Arena State.

Community theaters are great in that they not only help you break into the field but introduce you to a plethora of different aspects of the genre, including other actors, writers, producers and more.Want more? Click here/tag Community theaters also provide good exposure for individuals who are new to acting.

Aspiring actors and actresses in the DC area can also take advantage of the Actor’s Center. The Actor’s Center is a volunteer group with a membership policy that allows actors from all over the world.

Many of those wishing to join the acting circuit can also take advantage of the Internet’s many valuable online resources, a number of which provide some great, up-to-date and quality Washington D.C. based forums, blogs and more.

]]> http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/20/acting-resources-for-washington-d-c-for-actors/feed/ 0 Washington D.C. Actors Best Advice For Actors http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/08/washington-d-c-actors-best-advice-for-actors/ http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/08/washington-d-c-actors-best-advice-for-actors/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thewashingtonians.org/&p=31 Actors that live in the D.C. area have resources that can help them develop their talents. Lots of the actors want the fame and fortune that comes with the big screen, but some may need a little help. Places like the Actors’ Center has been exactly what they need to grow.

Some actors head to Hollywood for a shot at the big screen. Others will go to New York for a chance at Broadway. These places are awesome, but everyone will not get there overnight. Sometimes it’s a struggle. People that are willing to do the work will appreciate any chance for help.

Washington D.C. has places like the Actors’ center that serve as a resource for both aspiring and accomplished actors. The workshops that are offered can be a part of a great experience that challenges actors. Resource centers like this will have monologue coaches. They will also have practice exercises that allow groups to act out scenes.

Aspiring actors may assume that the path to acting is a straight shot. This is rarely the way that it works. To the contrary, most actors need a lot of help. Many of them have detours before they make it big.

]]> http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/12/08/washington-d-c-actors-best-advice-for-actors/feed/ 0 Top Ten Tips For Success in Theater In Washington D.C. http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/11/24/top-ten-tips-for-success-in-theater-in-washington-d-c/ http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/11/24/top-ten-tips-for-success-in-theater-in-washington-d-c/#comments Thu, 24 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thewashingtonians.org/&p=30 There are many different tips that you can follow for success in theater in Washington D.C. Some of these tips can be used for theater in general, and not just in this city. Theater has many different jobs that fall under that category. One of the first tips that you should follow in theater is to read. This’ll help you along the way with many things and in many different areas. Secondly, you should actually go to the theater, that way you can see everything and how everything else operates. Third, you should travel if you want to be successful. You should definitely broaden your view and not just in Washington D.C. Fourth, you should meet playwrights. This is a good way to see what you are working with to be successful in this field. Fifth, you should meet different actors. This is because you would want to try and get close to them and maybe pick up different tips,etc. Another tip would be to form a company. Tip number 7 would be to try and work as an assitant. You can try working in the theater. The last two tips would be obeserve the world and read theater books.

]]> http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/11/24/top-ten-tips-for-success-in-theater-in-washington-d-c/feed/ 0 Great Shows in DC RIGHT NOW! http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/10/27/great-shows-in-dc-right-now/ http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/10/27/great-shows-in-dc-right-now/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.thewashingtonians.org/&p=25 There are tons of great shows playing in the DC area right now and they’re waiting for you to come out! Set your home security systemLes Miserable: Playing at the Kennedy Center right now, this classic makes a great night out for spouses and families alike. It’s a Broadway worthy production and you can get seats relatively cheaply online so look today to reserve your seat.
Othello: Playing at the Folger Theater in only a matter of weeks, you’ve got to find a great reason to get some Shakespeare in this year! Othello is a tale of family and guilt and it’s not to be missed in DC.
After the Quake: No, not the DC earthquake in August, the terrifying tragedy that took place in Kobe, Japan nearly 16 years ago. This human interest art piece is fascinating and saddening but it’s a great time for the show to air.

]]> http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/10/27/great-shows-in-dc-right-now/feed/ 0 Why Take the Stage? http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/01/25/why-take-the-stage/ http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/01/25/why-take-the-stage/#comments Tue, 25 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 www.thewashingtonians.org http://www.thewashingtonians.org/?p=16 Acting can be a great outlet. Even if not aspiring for a career on-stage, the art of acting makes a wholesome, self-exploratory hobby, by which you can enhance other aspects of your personal and/or work life. What will trying your hand at theater do for you?
  • Build Confidence As the old saying goes, many individuals would rather be the person in the coffin rather than the one delivering the eulogy. Speaking in front of others should not be a fear to avoid at all costs, rather an opportunity to introduce yourself or make your case on a grand platform. The performing arts can be a great way to overcome fears of stage fright, nurturing the self-assurance to speak your mind regardless of what others might think.
  • Self-Discovery In acting, one is danger of being typecast. So are everyday individuals if they do not take the time to get to know themselves through a new lens. What better way to reexamine your very being than to see yourself playing a character completely your opposite. To adapt the faade of another in a believable manner is a challenging endeavor, with the potential to reveal unknown truths about the man or woman behind the mask.
  • Social Fulfillment Perhaps the most rewarding aspect of getting involved in any new hobby is the opportunity to meet new, incredible people. The community of thespians and theatre enthusiasts is undoubtedly a vibrant cast. Between time spent in rehearsals and the pride after pulling off a successful production, fellow actors bond with one another, all working towards the same ends.

You don’t have to act for a living, or even live to act, in order to get involved in the local theater community. All that is required is a kindred spirit, appreciation for storytelling and a desire to cast any lingering doubts or inhibitions to the wind.

]]> http://www.thewashingtonians.org/2011/01/25/why-take-the-stage/feed/ 0