I Hope I Get It

Get advice and learn from the experience of your peers. In our blog we explore the day-to-day of life as an actor, and touch on the things we wish we would have known from the beginning.

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Audition Central

Looking for audition help? Get tips, insider info on the audition studios, and updates from the holding room all in one place!

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Find community!

Join the conversation and connect with your fellow actors. Ask questions and provide answers. We are all in this together.

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Come to the events!

Free events for actors! Build your network, hear great speakers and enjoy a lovely evening out. Check out the calendar to see what's coming up.

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Introducing Embassy Council Meetings

Join us for these weekly meet-ups where we'll have a chance to talk with friends, hold each other accountable for what we set out to do, bounce ideas off of each other, and so on. It's master mind meets support group meets work session.

Out-of-Town Gigs vs. NYC Gigs

You'd think any work is good work, but it's more complicated than that. Kristen Michelle breaks down some helpful tips to employ when deciding if leaving town makes sense for you.

Comparing Small and Large Markets

Our newest blogger, Thadd Krueger, has lived and worked all over the country and shares his experiences and observations with us here.

Why Do Actors Work for Free?

We are professionals yet we often don't get paid for our time and expertise. It's a complicated issue, and there may not be a cut and dry answer. Read Rachel F. Hirsch's thoughts on the matter and then share your own. Let's get a discussion going!

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