I'm in the middle of reader another blog that I follow, and since it's Valentine's Day, the writer is talking about loving everyone and being happy with what you have, and not constantly comparing your happiness or success to others.
These are all generally things I agree with, but I thought the concept of being nice to people was something that could be stressed more.
Theatre is a very small world. We all know each other. If you are a pain in the ass, we will not work with you again.
If you are awesome and fun, we will definitely work with you again. Which could lead to you having a fatter resume, or more prominent role, or larger budget.
My good friend over at The View From The Booth often sits in the lobby during auditions, and actors are often dismissive, cold, or downright rude to her, because she's just the girl in the lobby. Then they go in to the audition and are all sweet and nice to the artistic director. Well, he comes out and talks to the Booth Girl, and asks her what So-And-So was like outside of the audition. And he listens to her opinion.
You don't just have to be good in our show, we also have to put up with you for three months. Make yourself worth it.
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