{"id":2574,"date":"2017-02-21T02:43:50","date_gmt":"2017-02-21T02:43:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/?p=2574"},"modified":"2017-09-25T03:43:14","modified_gmt":"2017-09-25T03:43:14","slug":"8-steps-to-being-a-kinder-thespian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/8-steps-to-being-a-kinder-thespian\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Steps to Being a Kinder Thespian"},"content":{"rendered":"

8 Steps to Being a Kinder Thespian<\/h3>\n \"\"<\/a><\/span>

Written by\u00a0Ashleigh Gardner<\/p>\n

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As thespians, we’re all misfits, and that’s why we come together to make art. We’re family, friends, and companions through thick and thin…but sometimes we slip a little. Our words aren’t as kind as they should be, and our actions make others feel undervalued. To bring back some of that love for your sisters and brothers, follow these 8 simple steps to becoming a kinder thespian.<\/span><\/p>\n

Step #1 – Give your fellow performers space in the audition room.<\/h4>\n
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Nobody likes being ganged up on or disrupted while they\u2019re trying to prep. Instead, try saying hello, smiling, and wishing them, \u201cBreak a leg.\u201d Then, stick to your own prep space.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #2 – Stay humble.<\/h4>\n
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It\u2019s okay to be proud of your success! Just don\u2019t rub it in other people\u2019s faces.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #3 – R.E.S.P.E.C.T. everybody!<\/h4>\n
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Aretha Franklin knew the value of respect, and so should you. Give your lighting designer a wave, your costumer a high five, and your scene partner a pat on the back.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #4 – Be on time so you can be there for others.<\/h4>\n
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Arrive to rehearsal early so you can help the director or stage manager set up. Or you may be needed to run a few lines with your acting partner. Arrive early or on time, and never underestimate the power of punctuality.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #5 – Be willing to lend a hand.<\/h4>\n
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If the costumer or set designer needs help, raise your hand. It\u2019s a great opportunity to learn new skills and brush up on some old ones. Plus, the people you\u2019re helping will appreciate your generosity.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #6 – Cut the gossip.<\/h4>\n
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The atmosphere of <\/span>Gossip Girl <\/span><\/i>lends itself well to television, but not so much to real life. Show your fellow artists that you care about them, and leave the gossip out of the conversation.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #7 – Ask how your fellow thespians are doing.<\/h4>\n
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A quick, \u201cHow\u00a0are you?\u201d goes a long way, especially if someone is having a not-so-stellar day. Show them\u00a0they’re not alone, and listen to them when they share their day with you.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Step #8 – Be authentic.<\/h4>\n
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As theatre kids, we\u2019re all misfits looking for a place to belong. Show your friends that they are valued, worthy of love and kindness, and cared for by a community that pushes others to see the beauty in humanity. Be that kind thespian everyone talks about.<\/span><\/p>\n
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Need some advice? We\u2019ve got you covered.<\/h3>\n