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Techniques in Writing: Character Development

When you are writing a new story or drama, it's common to be obsessed with your plot. In the midst of this plot obsession, it's easy to forget about your characters. However, without believable characters with whom the audience can relate, you can't write a good piece of fiction. Thus, it's importan

Who's on 'Bethenny'?

Find out who is visiting and what topics Bethenny Frankel is talking about this week on her talk show, 'Bethenny'.

Me, Michael, and Ben

I don't think anyone really knows how many articles, tributes, blogs, and songs will be composed in memory of the artist known as Michael Jackson. He died in June after collapsing at his home in Bel Air. I don't recall ever being so profoundly saddened by the loss of an entertainer. And I

10 of the Best Abba Songs From the Mamma Mia Musical

The Mamma Mia Musical is a love story, full of humor and wit, based on the smash hits of that highly successful Swedish group of the 1970's, Abba. The writers have cleverly introduced the songs into the musical and the lyrics are neatly intertwined in the storyline.

Chris Angel Street Magic Secrets Revealed

Magic secrets were usually not available for larger public reading and viewing until recently. But in a bid to make magic more popular and accessible, several magicians have begun to showcase a bit of their tricks from the vast repertoire they possess.

Best Violin Wedding Songs and How to Play Them

When it comes to choosing the best violin wedding song to play at the memorable occasion, there are a few to keep in mind that most people will recognize and want to hear on the special day. Here's a quick list of my top violin wedding songs and how you can play them beautifully and with proper

Requirements for Building Flats

Before starting construction on flats, carefully measure your stage.Outdoor Theater Stage in Sunny Florida image by pelvee from Fotolia.comTheatrical flats are the large scenic backdrops that transform the stage into a specific environment. Flats can be made to give the appearance of an...

Stage Crew Job Description

Stage crew members, also frequently called stagehands, work behind the scenes during theatrical, music or other live performances to ensure scene changes and other tasks are done correctly and at the right times. Stage crew members may work many different positions backstage, including helping with

Discount Broadway Tickets for Teachers

Being a teacher has a lot of perks. You get the gratification of knowing you're shaping America's youth and that every day you wake up you'll have a positive effect on someone's life. While those are great intrinsic benefits, you need a little excitement out of the classroom too. Use your teacher ID

Amazing Prediction Card Trick

This really is a simple card trick which everyone can learn. To be able to perform this trick, a person from the audience is invited to mix your play cards, then get any 12 cards from the pack and then shuffle those 12. When the spectator is shuffling the cards, you ought to take out a pen and piece

Tango - The Dancer's Dance

The dance that gives you a wide scope for self-expression. The music itself is colorful. If you can do a beautiful Tango it is like writing poetry on the floor. This dance is passionate and aggressive. The more aggressive the Tango is danced the easier it is. Strong leads, heel leads and toe release

Eliminate Stage Fright - Part 4

This is part four of my series on eliminating stage fright. There's one more article in this series. Hopefully, you've been enjoying this and have gotten some helpful tips. In this article, I'm going to talk about how uncertainty plays a role in anxiety and stage fright.

Stanislavski and the Parlour Games

Stanislavski's contribution to acting is revered and respected, but are his exercises practicable? The author suggests they are in fact, nothing more than a child's game.