{"id":263480,"date":"2026-07-14T14:37:25","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T11:37:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1kitap1.com\/en\/how-to-succeed-in-musical-theatre-lindsay-mendez-1\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T14:37:25","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T11:37:25","slug":"how-to-succeed-in-musical-theatre-lindsay-mendez-1","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1kitap1.com\/en\/how-to-succeed-in-musical-theatre-lindsay-mendez-1\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Succeed In Musical Theatre – Lindsay Mendez (1)"},"content":{"rendered":"
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He\u2019s living deep in Brooklyn and his r\u00e9sum\u00e9 has a few credits from back home in Seattle. In five years, I will . . . Be Equity Have 1+ B\u2019way credit Have had three principal roles in major regional theatres Have done 2+ B\u2019way national tours Be regularly asked to sing at a major NYC cabaret venue like 54 Below Have performed my own solo show at a major NYC cabaret venue Have traveled to Europe 2x Have performed in London Have done 5+ readings of new musicals Have worked with 2+ B\u2019way directors Have worked with a B\u2019way star Be living with my partner Be living in Manhattan Be living in a one-bedroom Have a cat Be able to take at least one nonholiday week off a year Be financially stable without help from parents Be known for my folky voice (offered a role because of it) Make at least $80,000 a year from all sources Have an agent who gets me 1+ appts.\/mo.<\/p>\n

Have been called in by 5+ major casting offices Be working actively with a composer I respect (1x+\/yr.) Notice that each item on Charlie\u2019s list is specific and measurable. For example, he could have an agent he loves, but without defining \u201cloves\u201d he could convince himself that an agent half-assing would suffice. Here he specifies he wants nothing less than monthly appointments. Once your list is as comprehensive as possible, the next step is to collect the goals of highest priority and pare away those of less importance.<\/p>\n

Life is short, and we only have so many hours in our day. Below are two ways to go about this process. List and pen In this method you grab a pen or pencil and form a list of goals in no particular order. Step 1: Pick five goals. Circle the ones that stand out as paramount among the others.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Cut twelve or so. Go through the remaining uncircled items and cross out about half. As you pass over your circled highest priorities, ask yourself, \u201cIs this as important as that?\u201d Be ruthless! Step 3: Win some and lose some. Circle a few more keepers and cut out half of what remains. Step 4: A final look. Without adding more, pit what\u2019s left on the chopping block against what\u2019s been circled.<\/p>\n

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\u201cLindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver run a great class in auditioning and performing for musical theatre, and beyond that, they have a ton of experience, both happy and not-so-happy, in the business of making a career in musical theatre. If I were a performer looking for tips, information, and advice, I\u2019d certainly turn to them!\u201d \u2014Stephen Schwartz, Tony Award\u2013nominated composer-lyricist (Wicked, Pippin) \u201cI can\u2019t imagine any better guides than Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver.<\/p>\n

They have been celebrated professionals and teachers for years and really know how the industry and artistry of musical theatre work.\u201d \u2014Michael Greif, Tony Award\u2013nominated director (Rent, Next to Normal, Dear Evan Hansen) \u201cIn How to Succeed in Musical Theatre Without Really Dying, Lindsay Mendez and Ryan Scott Oliver have created an indispensable how-to guide for success in today\u2019s industry. If you possess talent, this is destined to be THE owner\u2019s manual for developing it into a thriving career.<\/p>\n

Having worked with Lindsay on Broadway in Carousel and admired her intelligence, integrity, and flawless vocal technique, I\u2019m not surprised. How to Succeed is honest, passionate, and practical, with granular strategies for everything from time and financial management to cutting the best 32-bar audition selection. Nothing is sugar-coated, but the expert guidance is consistently inspiring, rooted in the writers\u2019 understanding that the difference between competence and the excellence that gets you hired hinges on working hard, working smart, and persisting.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2014Ren\u00e9e Fleming, internationally acclaimed soprano \u201cWhat Ryan and Lindsay have masterfully created is an essential road map for actors. They provide a wealth of knowledge and sage advice pertaining to every facet of the industry. From vocal technique to audition preparation, from self-marketing and proper entertainment industry etiquette, this book is the perfect manual to taking care of one\u2019s self as an artist and as a human being, and should be required reading for anyone looking to embark on a professional career in musical theatre.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2014Patrick Goodwin, CSA, Broadway casting director \u201cLindsay and Ryan are phenomenal teachers who really understand what it takes to prepare for an audition. And their combined knowledge about what to have in your \u2018book\u2019 is truly the best. I wish I had this book when I was starting out!\u201d \u2014Anne L. Nathan, Broadway actress and educator (Thoroughly Modern Millie, Once) \u201cIf I were an actor, Lindsay Mendez is pretty much the only person I would ever need to look to for advice and guidance.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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