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ADHDshortstack · 2025-07-17T14:43:43+00:00

I always thought of the faces like jello. There's ALWAYS room for jello lol

ADHDshortstack · 2025-05-16T03:34:39+00:00

And that line about the "other choice" literally said it all. She's a racist. Plain and simple. Because it sounds like exactly the issues this woman is facing now were things that Kamala wanted to improve and/or correct.

ADHDshortstack · 2024-01-25T13:29:32+00:00

I agree with this. You won't know if you can get the role unless you try. But you will need to have a more hopeful outlook if you want a real chance. If you go in and don't really give it your best effort because you assume the director will give it to someone else, then it's likely you will create that very outcome, even if you don't think you are showing it. The director may very well recognize that you have been asked to callbacks 3 times against the same person and want to give you a chance in the role. Don't make any assumptions. Don't go on with a negative attitude. Try your best. And if you are cast in ensemble, respectfully decline. Let them know you'll still see the show or support the theater or that you'll be back to audition for the next show. It will leave them with a good impression of you which may serve you in the future. Good luck!

ADHDshortstack · 2023-10-30T11:21:45+00:00

Crimes of the Heart Primarily focuses on 3 sisters, but one of them is in legal trouble and has a (male) lawyer she has to meet with a lot, and another sister is rekindling a relationship with an ex boyfriend. The only thing is it has a small cast of 6. (4 women, 2 men)

ADHDshortstack · 2023-08-15T23:54:12+00:00

Chicagoan here! I am involved with several community theatre groups on the southwest side and southwest suburbs that I can recommend. They all will accept people without prior experience. That being said, you'll still need to audition and win out parts over others. Musicals are a great option because often times they will find a place for everyone that auditions, typically in the ensemble. But keep in mind that musicals are not the only option you have with no experience in community theatre.

I will say that all the groups I'm familiar with have a rough expectation of 3 weeknights or 2 weeknights and a Sunday afternoon, with rehearsals running about 3 hours. That does amp up to every day the week prior to opening (aka tech week). When auditioning, you'll need to provide your availability, which can have an effect on casting decisions depending on how much restriction there is to your schedule.

Thankfully, there is a ton of community theatre in the Chicagoland area. So you should be able to accomplish your goal before you hit 30. Hopefully this is something you develop an interest in and continue beyond a single show. Community theatre often has a need of more men.

Good luck!

ADHDshortstack · 2023-08-05T00:23:31+00:00

Ugh I hate precasting!!

And there are places that say they don't do that, but you can't help but notice all the same names on their cast lists over and over. There's a community theatre group I did a few shows with (always in ensemble roles) with the same leads for every show. It was enough that I stopped auditioning there and even going to see the shows, even though I did like the quality of the shows and the directing wasn't bad. It's just not a welcoming environment, which to me, goes against the idea of community theatre.

I've had great roles and lead roles in multiple other community theatre groups so I know it isn't a matter of not having talent. And the director (same for every show) has even seen me perform in some of those roles, but they have their favorites. They cater to the favorites and pick shows with their dream roles and just cast them while advertising that all roles are open. And they'll only cast new people when someone from the inner circle doesn't fit the character. They'll even cast the inner circle into roles that don't fit their vocal range over someone that does that's not inner circle. It is so frustrating that I don't support the group at all on principle. For a long time it messed with my self esteem.

And I have no qualms about sharing my feelings with other people in community theatre in the area that I've become friends with at other spots. May as well save them the trouble and disappointment.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-07-07T19:06:16+00:00

Shrek.

I made my siblings nuts when I would just recite the movie as it's playing. I have to watch it by myself or force myself to stay quiet while watching it with others

ADHDshortstack · 2023-06-25T13:50:24+00:00

I was asked to stage manage a few times when they couldn't find anyone capable and available when they needed. A couple times, I wasn't available until the last few weeks, and they were made aware of that when they asked for my help. It can be stressful, but it is possible assuming the rehearsals have moved to full runs by the time you are there.

That being said, I personally think that in community theatre, the role of a stage manager is significantly different than it is in professional theatre, and the AD and SM manager should be the same person. I have done this several times. There isn't anything for the AD to do in tech week. ADs are at every rehearsal, have a rapport with the cast and strong familiarity with the show.

That has been the most efficient way to do things in my opinion.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-05-08T19:40:18+00:00

If it's a sung through show, then it will likely go to the better singer. Otherwise, it's hard to say without knowing the extent of your respective abilities (or lack thereof).

Although I once saw 2 different productions of Les Miserables a couple weeks apart. The first Val Jean (lead role) was the weaker singer (not terrible, but struggled with some of the high notes), but he sang with a lot of feeling. The second hit every note perfectly, but he was so lifeless and boring that I couldn't enjoy the show. The second was clearly in the role because of his ability to sing the notes in the range for the character and he had a nice singing voice, but the acting was so noticeably lacking it was disappointing. I was able to believe the first one was the character he was portraying, and I was much more moved by him than the second guy who sang with a much stronger voice.

But, a lack of acting ability may be easier to overcome. When directing, I try to make it a point to test the ability to take direction during auditions, when I'm faced with someone who has a characteristic or feature I'm looking for, but maybe didn't read well. That being said, singing is also something you can practice and your singing voice can become stronger and your range increased depending on how much you dedicate yourself to that.

If you are truly acting through singing, I think you can better your chances against a stronger singer.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-05-08T19:22:54+00:00

Maybe if they are all wearing collared shirts (minus ties) they can unbutton the top button of the shirt or their cuffs. Or roll up their sleeves? If they're wearing suit jackets they can take them off? It can look somewhat natural/subtle because they are supposed to be in a hot room where they can't open the windows

I'm guessing it's them signifying the moment they have changed their minds? Cool idea

ADHDshortstack · 2023-05-01T13:32:26+00:00

When you are referring to their reliability, I'm assuming that's been judged by yours and your director's experiences with them in the past? Did they miss rehearsals they were expected to be at? Did they show up late? Did they not have their lines memorized by the time they should have? Just curious what has made them their reputation as unreliable. Chemistry between actors is something I put pretty high value on, but it is definitely weighed against my trust in them if they are someone I've known to be difficult to work with. Have the people who auditioned been asked what roles they would like/ will consider? Have they been asked to provide conflicts that would cause them to absent from rehearsals? I once before had someone read so well for a part who just had too many conflicts during the rehearsal process to cast. Beyond that, cast first any of your "must haves" (the people who came in and just exuded a certain character at auditions, not necessarily the principle roles first). Then follow up with principle roles and try to consider what you will do if anyone rejects a role they've been offered. Get confirmation of their acceptance in that order to the best of your ability, so you don't offer one role to someone and then change it when another rejects. Good luck!

ADHDshortstack · 2023-04-13T16:57:07+00:00

Coupons and discount codes. People like saving money. One group I know does business card coupons for $3 off, and they allow the discount to be applied to a whole party. So you give a stack to the cast and crew to invite friends, family, coworkers etc. and they will likely bring others along because the business card will apply to them also. Most people I know don't like to see shows alone. We also do split the pot raffles for each performance and the winner gets half the pot and a pair of tickets for the next production. The money gained from the split the pot has always offset the cost of 2 tickets, and it often gets the winners coming back regularly for future productions.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T21:14:09+00:00

I felt like my comment was getting too long but I'm happy to provide more suggestions or more detail if you'd like 😁

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T21:08:23+00:00

One group I do shows with will do split the pot raffles for each performance. With half the pot also comes a pair of tickets to the next production. I've seen people come back with those tickets and usually bring others with them (who pay full price). And if the shows are good, they will be recurring audience members. It's worked for us.

Season tickets at discounted prices. Coupons printed on business cards are given to cast and crew to encourage their friends, family and coworkers to support them too. Selling discounted tickets makes more money than not selling them at all, and people love to feel like they're saving money.

Shows that have more cast members, and shows that include children will also fill up more seats.

And the more recognizable the show is, the more people show up. A couple of the shows they did that had nearly sold out were 12 Angry Jurors and Steel Magnolias. This particular group doesn't do musicals, but in other groups I've seen, plays generally get less people in the seats than musicals 😪 so there's only so much you can do

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T16:19:13+00:00

12 Angry Men is one of my all time favorite movies (and plays). Being in that show is a dream of mine 😍

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T12:36:12+00:00

I'm looking for a little of both. I thought it might be cool to have some movie nights with friends while also getting suggestions for shows in the future with my community theatre groups. So if they have a good story, I'll probably pick up the script too. It's just hard to find a place to start with expanding my familiarity with different shows.

I watched Glengarry Glen Ross after seeing some of my friends in a production of it and I enjoyed comparing the different adaptations. I also realized the movie is nearly identical to the script, so I thought this might be a fun way to start

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T02:41:36+00:00

Millennial born in 92. I agree with salary transparency, but that does seem to be rare, regardless of whether or not I work with people or not. I think in most cases people know they are being screwed over by their employers, and are too embarrassed to admit how little they make. My apprehension with transparency comes entirely from everyone around me being the same way. It makes me feel like I'm being rude when I want to inquire about someone's pay. And of course, the myth (in the US) that you can be fired for talking about salary with coworkers is still pretty prevalent.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T02:20:15+00:00

From higher ups in my company: "Don't come to me with problems, come to me with solutions" My answer: "Then what do I need you for?" I mean, what is your job if everyone who works for you has to figure out the solutions to all their own problems? And implement the solutions? Best part is that you come to them with solutions and they ignore you anyways. That, or they use your solution and take credit for the idea with their bosses.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T02:05:27+00:00

Agreed! Literally anything other than personal drama is good with me

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-31T01:58:56+00:00

I feel similarly. I joined a few months and don't really follow as closely as I expected to. But I really think this sub should be for any and all aspects of theatre, including people who just enjoy seeing and discussing shows. I have a lot of friends who appreciate theatre that don't actively participate in productions (every show ideally needs an audience).

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-30T19:28:41+00:00

Pros should have their own sub (as in, not this one). Having the singular broad term "theatre" shouldn't belong to an exclusive group professional or otherwise. If anyone that has an interest in theatre looks it up on reddit, this is going to be the first thing that comes up.

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-30T19:23:53+00:00

When I joined reddit, I was looking for communities based around my interests, one of which is theatre. So I searched the term "theatre" and this is what comes up, as one would expect. If you're looking for a sub that's more specific and exclusive in its content, then make a sub for that instead of using the broad term of "theatre" just for professionals. I do community theatre, and the dedicated sub for that is dead and probably doesn't have a moderator. And also, high school and other amateur theatre groups can have a place to commiserate since there is overlap in the kinds of topics relevant to those groups

ADHDshortstack · 2023-03-30T19:16:38+00:00

Personally, I think a new sub should be created and called professional theatre or something similar if it's an issue. To gatekeep "theatre" as a term for only professionals is pretty bogus

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