In many parts of the world, March signifies the transition from winter to spring. With flowers beginning to bloom, there’s a sense of renewal that cannot be mistaken. It’s a great time to jump into fresh opportunities such as networking and creative expression. March has holidays and observances (not to mention the Oscars) that will keep your social calendar full, so get out there and make some noise!
Insights: How to Get the Most Out of Your March
- Refresh your acting materials and stay prepared for quick audition turnarounds.
- Network at spring events and explore outdoor performance opportunities.
- Keep fit with exercise, protect your voice and practice daily gratitude.
Advice & Inspiration:
1. Embrace the Energy of Renewal. Use this time to update your goals. Now is a great time to shift your mindset and career approach. Revitalize your passion, skill set, and industry presence. Discover how to make bold appearances during auditions by having “study” groups with fellow actors.
2. Revamp Your Audition Material. It’s a great time to refresh your monologues, scenes, and self-tape setup. Experiment with new material that showcases your range. With warmer weather, you can use outdoor lighting and a natural scenic background for self-tapes. Learn more about self-tapes here.
3. Step Into the Spring Spotlight. Warmer weather means outdoor performance opportunities. Look for street theater, open mic nights, or film projects that take advantage of the season.
4. Make Luck Happen. Believe in yourself and create your own luck. Submit to that casting call, reach out to that agent, and put yourself out there. Better yet, have fun with this task!
5. Stay Ready for Last-Minute Opportunities. The tail-end of pilot season is here, and projects still need actors. Keep all your gear ready for quick turnarounds when you receive that exciting email or call.
6. Network with Spring in Your Step. Industry mixers and festivals pick up in March. Time tends to slip by quickly, so keep up a fast pace so as not to fall behind. You can find events on Facebook and Eventbrite.
7. Do a Creative Cleanse. March is a great time to declutter your mind. As hard as it may be, let go of self-doubt, comparison, and old habits. Here’s a book to help: Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present (The Path to Calm)
8. Experiment with a New Acting Technique. Challenge yourself to learn about and implement different acting techniques such as Meisner, Method, or Chekhov. This book, The Technique of Acting, will get you started.
9. Find Your Unique Voice in Voiceover Work: Take a spin at voicing audiobooks. The audiobook market continues to boom, so opportunities are just waiting to be snatched. Amazon’s Audible has information on how to become a narrator for their Audible Creator Exchange (ACX).
10. Train Like an Athlete. Acting can be physical: Stay healthy and keep your stamina up so you’re always ready for stage and screen work. Also, working on your breath control should be part of your everyday routine. Check out this book: A Practical Guide to Breathwork
11. Make March the Month of Momentum. Baby steps lead to bigger and better steps. Take one step forward every day, whether it’s rehearsing, submitting for a role (or more!), or making past and new connections.
12. This month’s social media spotlight goes to Zach King. If you like magic, King impresses with his innovative editing techniques and storytelling skills. His best illusion videos can be watched HERE. Let’s learn from this funny guy!
What to Watch in March:
13. Doctor Odyssey (romantic drama) returns to ABC on March 6. If you enjoy cruise ships and sharks, this medical drama is for you. Created by Ryan Murphy, Jon Robin Baitz and Joe Baken, it stars Dawson’s Creek alum Joshua Jackson.
14. Rule Breakers (drama) enters limited theaters on March 7. Directed by Oscar winner Bill Guttentag, this underdog story by Angel Studios is inspirational for young women, showing the world that they can build robots just as well as any male. The twist is that it takes place in a nation where educating girls is seen as rebellion.
15. Saturday Night Live (live comedy) on NBC. March 8 marks the second time Grammy and Academy Award winner Lady Gaga will appear as host. Her newest album, Mayhem, debuts the day before.
16. Iliza Shlesinger: A Different Animal (stand-up comedy) streams on Amazon Prime Video starting March 11. Cracking jokes about Millennials, Gen Z, and ugly wives, this one-hour special is great when you need a break from life.
17. The Parenting (comedy) drops on Max on March 13. Starring Brian Cox, Edie Falco, Lisa Kudrow and Parker Posey, a young couple plan the perfect getaway weekend to introduce their parents. What they don’t realize is that their rental haunted is by the presence of a 400-year-old poltergeist. What could go wrong?
18. Opus (horror comedy) hits theaters on March 14. The film starts with a seemingly exciting moment, where a young journalist (Ayo Edebiri) is chosen to travel to the remote compound of a legendary pop star (John Malkovich) who mysteriously disappeared 30 years ago. It quickly turns into a nightmare where the journalist finds herself in the middle of the pop star’s twisted plan.
19. The Residence (mystery drama) arrives on Netflix on March 20. Who doesn’t love a good White House murder mystery? Starring Uzo Aduba, Giancarlo Esposito and Randall Park.
20. The Simpsons (animated sitcom) premieres its 36th season on FOX by having Bart dip his toe into the world of celebrity DJ’ing. It’s never too late to start watching the longest-running animated show in American history. Even though this show may be older than some of you reading this, there’s a lot to learn about comedy and voiceovers! Jane Kaczmarek and Rachel Bloom make guest voice appearances.
Wellness Activities:
21. Outdoor Breathwork and Meditation: Take advantage of the fresh air by practicing deep breathing exercises and meditation in a park or garden. This can help reduce stress and improve focus for auditions and performances.
22. Voice Care and Vocal Warm-Up: Seasonal allergies can start up in March. Keep hydrated with warm teas and honey, do daily vocal warm-ups, and avoid straining your voice in loud environments.
23. Morning Movement Routine: Yoga (for flexibility and stress relief), Pilates (to strengthen core muscles for posture and breath control), and a brisk walk or light jog (for energy and endurance) will help you get off to a great start to your day!
24. Digital Detox & Screen-Free Evenings: This may be difficult to do, but then again, so is drinking water instead of soda. Once you get used to it, you may find you enjoy an evening free of electronic distractions. Try playing a party game with your buddies.
25. Meal Prep for Energy & Focus: Actors need sustained energy for long rehearsals and auditions. Try protein-rich breakfasts (eggs, Greek yogurt, smoothies), anti-inflammatory foods (turmeric, ginger, leafy greens), and of course for hydration, carry a water bottle everywhere!
26. Gratitude and Manifestation Practice: Write down three things you’re grateful for each morning, visualize your dream role, performance or collaboration, and speak positive affirmations like “I am ready for the right opportunities.” This Manifestation book comes in handy!
Live / Virtual Events:
27. SXSW Conference & Festivals: March 7 – 15 in Austin, TX. South by Southwest celebrates the intersection of music, film and technology. It also includes discussions about education and culture.
28. International Women’s Day: Celebrated all over on March 8. This year’s theme is “Accelerate Action”. Focusing on the need to accelerate action emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality.
29. M3F: Music & Arts Festival for Charity is happening on March 7 – 8 at the Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix, AZ. A family-friendly event that matches town businesses with fun. All proceeds go to local charities.
30. C2C: Country to Country: If you happen to be in London, Glasgow and Belfast, UK from March 14–16, check out the C2C, which is Europe’s largest country music festival. Laine Wilson, Dylan Gossett, Dierks Bentley and Tyler Hubbard are headlining!
31. Virtual Information Session for Actor Training Programs: Hosted by the Stella Adler Studio of Acting and the Art of Acting Studio, this session on March 25th provides insights into their training programs.
Actors with March Birthdays
- Oscar Isaac (March 9) – A versatile actor known for Dune, Star Wars and Ex Machina.
- Kurt Russell (March 17) – A legend in Hollywood known for Escape from New York, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 and The Hateful Eight.
- Holly Hunter (March 20) – Academy Award-winning actress known for her performances in The Piano, Broadcast News, and The Firm.
- Reese Witherspoon (March 22) – Academy Award-winning actress and producer known for her roles in Legally Blonde, Walk the Line and Big Little Lies, as well as for championing female-driven stories through her production company, Hello Sunshine.
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