{"id":7770,"date":"2020-01-17T16:12:13","date_gmt":"2020-01-17T16:12:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/?p=7770"},"modified":"2020-01-24T14:32:09","modified_gmt":"2020-01-24T14:32:09","slug":"5-of-the-best-apps-for-actors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/5-of-the-best-apps-for-actors\/","title":{"rendered":"5 of the Best Apps for Actors"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-header-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><h3 style=\"text-align: left;\">5 of the Best Apps for Actors<\/h3>\n<font size=\"2\" color=\"grey\"><span style=\"border:1px solid ;-webkit-border-radius:50%;-moz-border-radius:50%;border-radius:50%;-moz-box-shadow: 0 0 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);-webkit-box-shadow: 0 0 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);box-shadow: 0 0 3px rgba(0,0,0,.3);margin-right:25px;float:left;\" class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-glow imageframe-1 hover-type-none author-image\"><a class=\"fusion-no-lightbox\" href=\"http:\/\/performerstuff.com\" target=\"_self\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/ella_embry.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\" style=\"-webkit-border-radius:50%;-moz-border-radius:50%;border-radius:50%;\"\/><\/a><\/span><p>Written by\u00a0Ella Embry<\/p>\n<p>Janary 16, 2020<\/p>\n<\/font><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-body-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a lot of articles out there about how to optimize your phone for business, travel, or even to use it less. So here\u2019s something for the actors to help you put your phone to work for your art! Unfortunately, while all of these apps are available on iOS devices, not all of them are available for Android users.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Looking for apps for teachers? Explore,\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #ba9bc9;\"><strong>10 Useful Apps for the Busy Theatre Teacher<\/strong><\/span> and\u00a0<span style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #ba9bc9;\"><strong><a style=\"color: #ba9bc9; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/best-practices-10-apps-and-programs-for-technical-theatre-teachers\/\">10 Apps and Programs for Technical Theatre Teachers<\/a><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">1.\u00a0Scene Study<\/h4>\n<br><p><strong>Reason:<\/strong> Memorizing lines by yourself can be difficult, especially if you rely on repetition with your scene partners to really get them down. This app is the answer! You can record your lines and your cue lines, or even ask your friends to record theirs for you and practice them whenever and wherever you want to. It\u2019s perfect for helping you nail your scenes while on a road trip, doing chores, running errands, exercising, or just hanging out.<\/p>\n<p><strong>App Description:<\/strong> Scene Study is an incredibly easy way for actors to learn their lines, memorize scenes, and rehearse for theater and film productions. Created by actors for actors, Scene Study frees you from the script to start actively listening and responding in the scene. By recording your cues lines, you practice listening for them right along with recalling your own.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><br><p><a class=\"ps-content\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/scene-study\/id406805077\" target=\"_blank\">Find the App Here<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-body-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">2. Backstage<\/h4>\n<br><p><strong>Reason:<\/strong> If you have a Backstage account to find audition opportunities near you, then having the app on your phone will make that even more accessible. You can do almost everything you can on the desktop version, including updating your profile, answering messages, sorting through applications, and searching casting calls for more opportunities. It\u2019s a must-have for actors looking for work in their local area!<br \/>\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> The Backstage app lets actors, models, singers, and dancers find and apply to casting calls and auditions around the country. Browse and apply to productions on your iPhone!<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><br><p><a class=\"ps-content\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/backstage-casting\/id1215380527\" target=\"_blank\">Find the App Here<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-body-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">3. Actors Access<\/h4>\n<br><p><strong>Reason:<\/strong> For those who are in bigger cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and Atlanta, Actors Access is where you can find more professional casing calls. Some agencies will require you to have an account. While the app doesn\u2019t have access to cMail yet, you can still apply to new casting calls and review your schedule auditions from the app. Having it on your phone will make sure that you never miss another opportunity.<br \/>\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> The fastest way for Actors Access Plus members to submit themselves to Casting. Use the app to get an edge over the competition.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-4 hover-type-none\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><br><p><a class=\"ps-content\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/actors-access\/id1210208241\" target=\"_blank\">Find the\u00a0App Here<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-body-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">4. <b>coldRead<\/b><\/h4>\n<br><p><strong>Reason:<\/strong> Much like Scene Study, you can record your lines and practice your scenes by yourself anytime and anywhere with coldRead. The reason to have both apps is that coldRead can play recorded sides while you videotape an audition. No more waiting on someone to come and be your reader!<br \/>\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> coldRead is a smart, interactive app made for actors by an actor.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-5 hover-type-none\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><br><p><a class=\"ps-content\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/coldread\/id1264354117\" target=\"_blank\">Find the\u00a0App Here<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-one-full fusion-layout-column fusion-column-last fusion-spacing-yes section-body-post\" style=\"margin-top:;margin-bottom:;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper\"><h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">5. AP News<\/h4>\n<br><p><strong>Reason:<\/strong> Staying informed in today\u2019s fast-paced, global environment is crucial to all artists. While you may already have a preference for where you get your daily dish, the biggest names in the news often offer commentary and opinions along with the details. Associated Press News is just the facts \u2013 that way you\u2019ll know for sure what\u2019s going on and can stay on top of any misleading information, grand accusations, or contradicting stories.<br \/>\n<strong>Description:<\/strong> Stay informed with breaking local, national and global headlines directly from the world\u2019s definitive source for news.<\/p>\n<div align=\"center\"><span class=\"fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-6 hover-type-none\"> <img src=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/image4.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"img-responsive\"\/><\/span><\/div><br><p><a class=\"ps-content\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.apple.com\/us\/app\/ap-news\/id364677107\" target=\"_blank\">Find the\u00a0App Here<\/a><\/p>\n<br><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Looking for more material? 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text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/10-male-monologues-from-characters-dealing-with-death\/\">10 Male Monologues from Characters Dealing With Death<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ba9bc9;\"><a style=\"color: #ba9bc9; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/guys-25-wow-able-solos-from-broadways-golden-age\/\">Guys: 25 Wow-Able Solos from Broadway\u2019s Golden Age<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong><span style=\"color: #ba9bc9;\"><a style=\"color: #ba9bc9; text-decoration: underline;\" href=\"https:\/\/performerstuff.com\/mgs\/ladies-25-wow-able-solos-from-broadways-golden-age\/\">Ladies: 25 Wow-Able Solos from Broadway\u2019s Golden Age<\/a><\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h5><em><strong>Ella Embry<\/strong>\u00a0is currently a senior, honors student at the University of Southern Mississippi pursing a Bachelors of Fine Arts in Theatre with an Emphasis in Performance. 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