Posts by Joyce Storey

The Superbowl is happening this weekend, and most people watch for one reason: the commercials! If your teenager is watching alongside you and gets inspired to act, this blog post is for you! There is lots of commercial work for teenagers. If you’ve never auditioned before, don’t be intimidated. Everyone had their first audition at…

When it comes to memorization, some actors find it very freeing to get “off book†as quickly as possible. Others keep the script in their hands as long as they can throughout the rehearsal process. Eventually, every actor needs to memorize, but what are the strategies to do it? Most actors think they can just…

Acting is hard but many will say the business side can be harder. Actors have a hard time knowing how to get an agent and how to get in front of casting director, but once they do… then the question becomes: how do you stay in touch with industry professionals? Do you email them? Send…

Our book, 101 Awesome Original Monologues for 20-Somethings, was recently published (you can buy it at this link –https://www.amazon.com/Original-Monologues-20-Somethings-MonologuesToGo-Presents-ebook/dp/B08Q4CGL3T/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=101+original+awesome+monologues&qid=1615412925&sr=8-1 ) offering hundreds of new monologues for early career actors. So now the big question: how to choose the perfect monologue? That’s easy — and not so easy. The “right†monologue will jump out at you…

The commercial world of auditioning is bustling, even despite the pandemic. Most, if not all, are happening via Zoom, so it’s a great time to learn some key audition tips when it comes to commercial auditioning in our digital world. 1. Be on time for your audition. Even if your appointment is virtual, you still…

Listen to the episode: Trey McIntyre is a choreographer, filmmaker, writer, and photographer. Born in Wichita, Kansas, he spent 13 years as choreographic associate at the Houston Ballet, a position that was created especially for him. He has also created works for American Ballet Theatre, Hubbard Street Dance Chicago, New York City Ballet, Queensland Ballet,…

Listen to the episode: Today’s guest is the dynamic Lisa Gold. Lisa is President of Act Outside the Box â€“ Enlightened Business Training for Actors Committed to an Extraordinary Career. She is also a Partner of Actors Connection, New York City’s #1 Networking and Educational studio for Professional Actors. She has been a professional actress for over 35 years…

Listen to the episode: Today’s guest is the wonderful Kim Onah. Kim is an actress, writer, and singer based in New York City. She graduated from Harvard University in 2015 with an AB in English and Music. Theater credits include Effie White in DREAMGIRLS, Mrs. Crowe in A MAN OF NO IMPORTANCE, Joanne in RENT, Dionne in HAIR, Nettie in CAROUSEL, and Martha in SPRING AWAKENING. Kim’s…

Listen to the episode: Today’s guest is one of the finest actors I know. He’s also my dear friend, Tony Award winning actor, Anthony Crivello. His credits are far too numerous to list but I’ll give you some highlights: He has starred in Broadway productions of: Golden Boy, his Tony award winning performance in Kiss…

Listen to the episode: It’s hard to believe but we’ve already completed our inaugural season. I hope you’ve had as much fun as I have. I’ve had some fabulous guests and gleaned a lot of great information. It’s been a pleasure taking the first leg of this journey with you.