Topic: How to get a job on Broadway: There are lots of ways to work on Broadway, and we don't mean just acting and singing.  Broadway offers hundreds and hundreds of different type of jobs, all of which are tremendously necessary to work in the industry.  One website that offers job listings for many of these jobs is FilmandStageJobs.com .  This site lists acting, administrative, academic, design and all sorts of other types of jobs.  Check back in a few days, as we will be posting a special offer for this site soon!.  Speaking from experience, this editor stongly suggests getting a job as an intern in a Broadway office.  This sort of experience offers hands-on knowledge about the industry - far more specific and accurate than most avademic programs. Most internships pay $100 a week (clearly not enough to live on in NYC), but most offices will let you leave early to work a moneyjob at night.  I worked as a bartender and waiter at night while interning during the day.  As it turns out, the Broadway office loved me so much that they made me an offer for a full time job only 5 weeks into my internship.   You can look on the several websites to inquire about internships, but do your research.  If you want to be an actor, you might want to get an internship in a general management, casting, press or marketing office.  You will gain SO much knowledge of how the industry actually works.   

Topic: How to see a show for as little as $15: There are lots of shows that offer cheap cheap cheap tix. The Metropolitan Opera offers $15 tickets for every performance. With over 30 productions this coming season, that is a lot of opportunity for very affordable culture! Lots of Broadway shows (and some off-broadway shows) offer standing room or rush tickets for about $25. They usually go on sale at the box office on the day of the performance. Some go on sale when the box office opens, and some only go on sale 2 hours before the show. The box offices often do not post their standing room or rush policies, so it is best to ask the box office staff.

Do you want some advice on a particular topic?   Hugh Hysell (president of HHC Marketing, Broadway's premiere marketing and promotions agency) is available to help you out.  His 16 years of experience in NYC theatre might be of use to you. Go ahead and send him and email and ask him !

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