MY MUST HAVES ARE: Touch up makeup water sour patch kids goldfish cough drops my steamer cell phone script headphones listerine strips hair brush bobby pins wig caps motovational quotes on a piece of paper a picture of my family and MORE WATTER And Deodorant/spray
I literally have a pencil pouch with me at every show, and I set it out at my station for everyone to use. It always include fruit snacks, ibuprofen, hand sanitizer, cough drops and Bobbi pins(honestly same with these they disappear so quickly) and then I switch out what ever I'm feeling like! I love you Katherine thanks for this video!
In addition to all the things you mentioned, I also have a little journal/diary that I keep backstage during performances and so when I’m off stage I can write. I like to write down how I’m feeling and how the shows going and stuff so that when I’m stressed out and sad I can look back through my performance journal and remember how happy performing makes me😊💗
Three essentials for me: Hairspray! I have extremely curly hair and I do a lot of period shows because my voice is more classical, so to get the sleek look that was popular a lot in the 19-early 20th century, I have to have extra strength hairspray. Gum! My director for Les Miserables this summer introduced me to the magic of chewing gum constantly if your voice is having a bit of trouble. That plus orange juice and a lemon juice/honey mixture every night kept me from missing shows/rehearsals during a very intense week of shows for Mary Poppins and all-day music rehearsals for Les Mis. Water! I drink an incredible amount of water on a daily basis but when I'm performing I drink even more. Water is magic.
Remy OMG YES!! AND I CAN NOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH!! Waters so good especially when dancing and deodorant is amazing after dancing too, when acting.. You don't wanna be the girl that sweats and stinks. You just don't.
Omg u r like a theatre internet Mother😂 u are truly amazing and a inspiration to me and a whole lot of people! Also WHO HEARD ABOUT THE WAITRESS NEWS?!
Backstage must haves for me: -water -powder -cough drops -hair ties -Bobbi pins -needle and thread (you never know) -mints -script -eye drops -extra contacts (again you never know) -DEODORANT -fruit snacks -lipstick -keys -other random shit
What to Bring - Robe or zip up hoodie for cold backstage! - Fan or towel to keep cool after a scene! - Hair brush and beauty (like my makeup) - Water - phone - food
I was having a rough day, and then I came here and started refreshing your page nonstop cuz I knew the #TheatreThursday fam could make me feel better!!! 💕💕xxx
I like bringing my script with me even when I’m off book, just so I can check when I next need to come on and from way side of the stage. It is also helpful for me to go through the script if I get nervous so I know that I can remember the lines and ques and I don’t panic on stage
I always make sure to bring my script so I can study up to make sure I don’t forget any lines. It actually really helps even though I’m normally off book within like a week. It just helps to make sure that you don’t forget
Hey Katherine, I got the lead in the school show and this is my first LEAD EVER ! A bunch of people are going to see the show. (Plus a bunch of other directors I will work with in the future) is there any other advice you have? My rehearsal bag is pencils, pencils, pencils, did I say pencils?
I for some reason get sooooo unbelievably thirsty during shows so I always make sure that I have a water bottle with me that will inevitably get refilled at least twice during the duration of that one show. I also have to make sure I have my inhaler because all those nerves can make my chest a little tight.
Hey Katherine, I'm not sure if you already filmed one yet, but for your monthly makeup-character look for October you could do a really cool Into the Woods Witch look! I just thought of that character out of nowhere and I thought it might be good for Halloween! 🎃💕xxx
Katherine Steele I just watched your Wednesday Addams tutorial video and you're 21?! I never would have guessed, you hold yourself very maturely! I'm 20 myself 🙈
I always bring: - cough drops - bobby-pins - stage makeup - facial cleanser, or makeup wipes - phone and charger - safety pins (just in case) - a robe (mine is thin and lightweight and easier to pack than a big jacket) - flats (to wear around before I’m in costume)
1. Water or Gatorade, always 2. My phone and earbuds 3. Some touch up makeup and regular makeup 4. Reese’s cups 5. Body spray and deodorant 6. Blanket or Jacket 7.Breath mints or gum 8. Granola Bar
I generally have some throat coat with me during shows. Especially if they're longer shows or during the winter. I also have homework that I bring to work on when I'm not on stage.
I did the school musical and I was in the ensemble. We all brought HUGE jumpers to the shows because, in the opening of the show, us girls had to wear this sleeveless dresses. Backstage, it was freezing so we were all walking around in huge (like giant) sweaters with our stage make up on, our hair done and our dresses under our sweaters and we all looked ridiculous. That is such a good memory i have from that show.
makeup, gum, caramel hard candies, hairspray, curling iron/straightener, brush, change of clothes, extra contact solution, hair ties, chargers, water, deodorant, extra shoes, and a bluetooth speaker (if my cast mates dont mine😉) i gave you a complete rundown, sorry!😂
must backstage things 1. fuzzy blankets/ jackets 2. touch up makeup 3. Bobby pins and hair ties 4. 16 ounce water bottle ( we usually do multiple performances in a day) 5. phone 6. All of my dance shoes (jazz, tap and character shoes) 7. strapless bras (for strapless dresses and what not)
I haven't done a show in like a million years, but when I did, this is what I kept in my bag: Costume (if I brought home pieces), dance shoes, a hoodie or jacket (similiar reason as yours, Kath), water bottle, a pen, a pencil, the current book I'm reading, music and maybe a speaker, pixi stix (literal crack!), and a deck of cards (I learned to play blackjack during a show). There might be more, I can't remember, but that'e the gist of it.
my theatre bag -water bottle -makeup pallete,brushes etc. -vaseline -ludens -brush -hairspray hairgel -BANDAIDS (im clumsy) -script -phone earbuds and charger -snacks for my dressing room/pals -DEODORANT
Hi Katherine I have a little 'tool kit' in my show bag - scissors, sewing kit and safety pins are always included for last minute wardrobe panics! Also my own roll of mic tape (it's like gold dust)
I've been doing pantomime for a couple of years now and I also do shows with my dance school and a lot of my necessities are the same tbh! I always make sure I have water, some snacks (not really chocolate for panto though because it can make my throat a little clogged which isn't good for singing), mints/chewing gum but I find mints better because you won't accidentally leave them in, and then just some stuff to do when I'm not on stage e.g. my phone, a book, maybe some homework/revision, just general things like that, plus my glasses. Also, deodorant and maybe perfume so I don't stink, and makeup to top up/finish off when I'm there! Love your videos Katherine!! xx
Yes! I thought I was the only one who bring sour patch kids to every show! I also always keep them around during tech week in case I need a pick me up during million hour rehearsals
The biggest must have: Paperclips, staples or folders for loose pages in script or sheet music. Also I'm playing Seymour right now and I have breakable glasses for when Orin shoves me and they fall off, so I am constantly having to tape them during intermission.
What I bring backstage -my script and dance shoes -touch up makeup -a pack of jolly ranchers (same idea as the sour patch kids) -a jacket -pens and my journal -a book -body spray -my phone and earbuds -so, so, So, SO MUCH WATER!! (Yay hydration!!)
I usually bring makeup wipes, my phone, a charger, fooooood, either a board game or a card game and a book so I can write if I'm feeling bored. I'll definitely think of being my instax camera though!
Hi Katherine ❤️ I always bring some colouring or knitting or something to the theatre. I get a bit stressed so it's nice to get distracted also our stage manager really likes to tell us every five minutes how long it is until the show starts from like an hour before it actually does 😂😂😂 love you loads you are amazing !!!
hairspray is such a must for me. i use it so i don't slip with the bottom of my shoes and of course my hair too. but i was just in a production of hairspray and oh my God i used like 4 or 5 huge cans of it within 4 shows + a few tech rehearsals.
This is pretty much always in my performance bag; an apple ( I eat one before every show), cough drops, water, an assortment of tea bags, all the Bobby pins, hair spray, extra tights (I always seem to rip mine on something), and a book (reading something before a show, other than my script, helps me get out of my head and calm down my nerves)
You are so fun!! I’m in a Broadway Sings show this coming weekend and packing for it now. This helps! I’m going to bring my Instax - didn’t think of that before seeing this. I’m going to do my stage makeup at home now after being rushed last time!
ahh backstage I always a dressing gown or a change of clothes because on a two show day we go out for lunch and I don't wanna be looking sweaty aha, love you Katherine!! ❤️❤️
I’m a dancer so my must haves can include peppermint oil for my ankles and Achilles. Bandaids seem to be a highly needed item, even if it is not a ballet.
Here's what I bring to every performance: Makeup Wipes, personal mirror (that way I don't have to crowd around a wall mirror if I'm sharing a dressing room with a ton of people), bandaids, stage makeup, water, a book (depending on the show, like if I am absent for quite a few scenes and have nothing to do), Bobby pins, a giant Winnie the Pooh button down shirt (same reason as your jacket, I just like my Winnie the Pooh shirt), stage makeup, water (Yay for Nathan Jr.!), my glasses, and slippers (the character shoes I have right now are super uncomfortable, so I get out of those whenever possible.)
These are some of my must haves in no specific order 1) Deodorant (extra strength) 2)Band aids 3) chapstick 4)water (once you've been in Brigadoon and Sweeney Todd without water, you learn you need water backstage) 5) hand towel 6) makeup remover 7)hand sanitizer 8) tanktop/ camisole 9) backup bra (the underwire poped during a show) 10) tights/leggings/knee highs/ spandex shorts
my backstage bag! phone perfume mascara hair ties (life savers!) my dental hygiene kit character shoes ( i carry them separate from my things) earbuds script and pencil peppermint tea and water
I’m currently in a show (we open in two days!) and what I’ve brought this time around are 1. Water 2. Book 3. My theatre pencil box that contains 5 spare highlighters, pens, pencils, erasers, paper clips, and a whole stapler. I’m not joking. 4. Hair ties 5. Too much hand sanitizer because it’s good to stay clean 6. Lotion. Both body and hand. 7. Mirror because stage makeup 8. Chapstick because, chapped lips suck
these are mine -grapes (they get rid of any mucus or anything in your throat) -this is the makeup i bring lipstick, powder, and foundation -water -poloroid camera -bobby pins!! -hairspray -any other snack like saltines, pretzels, anything that won’t mess up my voice like dairy or anything sugary those are my seven things :)
I always bring lemon juice. like the one people use in their tea or for cooking food. It really helps if I have a sore throat. I also always bring deodorant and/or perfume, especially if I know I'm gonna be all up on another person. I also bring paracetamol and cough drops just in case.
My Backstage must haves! -WATER WATER WATER WATER WATER -Pen -Highlighter -Pencil -Makeup -Script -Any notes i want to look over from the blocking -BABY OIL! i know it sounds weird, but using baby oil to remove mic. tape is a life saver! -Phone -Jacket
Vocalzones!! Not sure if you have them in the US, they're little menthol lozenges you take before you sing and they're amazing for making your throat feel nice and clear!
Performances for the production of Legally Blonde I'm in start Friday of next week and I normally bring sour patch kids, a charger, snacks, body spray, makeup (for touch ups--I hate doing my makeup at the theater), hair stuff (ie hair brush, spray, bobbie pins, etc), and WATER (especially for Legally Blonde because I'm jump roping and dancing and everything
I've been on a binge watching session of your vids! You are so smart and resourceful! You're also really positive and your personality and enthusiasm is infectious! Keep up the amazing work 😊 xxx
Yes!! I LIVE for sour patch kids both backstage during a show and just in my everyday life. They're my favorite candy. I always have bobby pins, safety pins, honey lemon lozenges & vitamin C drops, hair elastics, clear nail polish(for ripped tights), band-aids, Advil, lots of hairspray and of course my water bottle. I'm also a big fan of doing my stage makeup at home ahead of time but then I always bring my giant makeup case with me to the show too because you never know when someone has forgotten something when packing their stuff. Same goes for my dance shoes I'll always bring my big duffle bag of shoes ( I have multiples of each kind of dance shoe bc of different styles, colors etc) at least twice I have had people running around backstage bc they're forgot to bring their shoes 😂 basically I'm terribly over prepared. And in case you're wondering how I carry all of this stuff I usually haul it back & forth to and from my car during shows in a laundry basket, it's a little trick I learned in high school & it works pretty efficiently.
i’m in the wiz right now as the scarecrow, and whenever i’m offstage for one of my favorite numbers (like nobody bring me no bad news) i’ll always get my phone out and film (WITHOUT THE FLASH) from the wings. and then, when i watch the footage back, i always get all fuzzy because of how much i loved the show.
My top backstage must-have (after water) is apples! :) The pectin in them is great for your voice (learned this from a director who talked to a voice specialist at the Met), and the sweetness helps with nervous dry-mouth.
Deodorant, a ball point pen (gel pens are my fave but ballpoint has less of a chance of smearing or getting on your costume, plus I doodle on myself when I have gel pens and THAT IS NOT GOOD DURING A SHOW), a notebook for talking to people in the wings without really talking, and colored pencils to doodle with so that time passes faster!
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I'm fairly certain that shows run on bobby pin power.
Same
I swear yes
I’ve literally lost HUNDREDS of Bobby pins and I don’t even know how...
MY MUST HAVES ARE:
Touch up makeup
water
sour patch kids
goldfish
cough drops
my steamer
cell phone
script
headphones
listerine strips
hair brush
bobby pins
wig caps
motovational quotes on a piece of paper
a picture of my family and
MORE WATTER
And Deodorant/spray
okay but goldfish is just
it’s an essential
i don’t know why but it just is
i agree the only other thing for me is chapstick
I literally have a pencil pouch with me at every show, and I set it out at my station for everyone to use. It always include fruit snacks, ibuprofen, hand sanitizer, cough drops and Bobbi pins(honestly same with these they disappear so quickly) and then I switch out what ever I'm feeling like! I love you Katherine thanks for this video!
Izzie D everyone needs someone like you in their theatre
In addition to all the things you mentioned, I also have a little journal/diary that I keep backstage during performances and so when I’m off stage I can write. I like to write down how I’m feeling and how the shows going and stuff so that when I’m stressed out and sad I can look back through my performance journal and remember how happy performing makes me😊💗
Tori Wood this is a great idea!
I always bring straws because of mics and stuff like that.
Good idea
That’s such a great idea!
Tori Wood oh my gosh, that’s so clever!
Three essentials for me:
Hairspray! I have extremely curly hair and I do a lot of period shows because my voice is more classical, so to get the sleek look that was popular a lot in the 19-early 20th century, I have to have extra strength hairspray.
Gum! My director for Les Miserables this summer introduced me to the magic of chewing gum constantly if your voice is having a bit of trouble. That plus orange juice and a lemon juice/honey mixture every night kept me from missing shows/rehearsals during a very intense week of shows for Mary Poppins and all-day music rehearsals for Les Mis.
Water! I drink an incredible amount of water on a daily basis but when I'm performing I drink even more. Water is magic.
Hufflepuffs Are Cool Too who were you in les mis?
Amelia Simmons I was a turning woman!
Hufflepuffs Are Cool Too lucky I've always wanted to do les mis I want to play Enjorlas even though I'm a girl
Hufflepuffs Are Cool Too I heard hairspray and corny Collins just started singing in my head "IS IT CHARM IS IT POISE NO ITS HAIRSPRAY!"
Hufflepuffs Are Cool Too Who were you in Mary Poppins?? I'm performing this year as Mrs. Corry (owner of mrs. Corrys talking shop) 💕
I love how positive our fandom is, especially the comment section. This youtube channel is the reASON IM HAPPY.
+katrina wirtz RIGHT OMG :') 💕🎶
You would be the perfect Veronica in Heathers!!! 💙
+Tonilee Rowe thank you!! 🖤🎶
IKR
Omg yes
YESS
IKR IVE BEEN WANTING THAT
The last time I was this early Cathy and Jamie were happy together.
Little Miss Broadway but ,..... i’m still hurting
MY HEART
Little Miss Broadway TOO SOON AAAA😭😭😭
Little Miss Broadway uncalled for
Little Miss Broadway do not being up The Last Five Years
WATER AND DEODORANT
Remy TRUTH
AND I LOVE GODSPELL
OH MY GOD YES
Forreal tho
Remy OMG YES!! AND I CAN NOT STRESS THIS ENOUGH!! Waters so good especially when dancing and deodorant is amazing after dancing too, when acting.. You don't wanna be the girl that sweats and stinks. You just don't.
Script
Waterbottle (not a metal one)
Jumper
Deoderant
Blister packs (I have big feet and shoes are small)
Pencil case
Lollies
Headphones
Phones
Yeah
Since you aren’t a fan of metal water bottles, which other ones would you recommend?
Omg u r like a theatre internet Mother😂 u are truly amazing and a inspiration to me and a whole lot of people! Also WHO HEARD ABOUT THE WAITRESS NEWS?!
Popcorn 25 what is it??
Ruby Tuesday Jason maraz is playing Dr pomatter!
OMGGGGG
Backstage must haves for me:
-water
-powder
-cough drops
-hair ties
-Bobbi pins
-needle and thread (you never know)
-mints
-script
-eye drops
-extra contacts (again you never know)
-DEODORANT
-fruit snacks
-lipstick
-keys
-other random shit
You made me appreciate Broadway and legitimate composers so much more❤ you're the best Kat👏👏👏
Just had an audition..... I don't know how it went..... guess I'll find out in two weeks....... this is the only thing that's helping my anxiety rn
+PotterPand a ❤ sending you good vibes!!
Katherine Steele ilysm!!❤️❤️
Anna Belden thanks! I actually auditioned for the violin(I can't sing nor act for my life) but it really helped!
hope everything goes well!
I just had callbacks! I'm not going to find out till Monday.
How do you get your teeth so white!?? They're beautiful!!!
mostlyvoid4 In one of her vlogs she talks about all her teeth and shower stuff.
You can brush your teeth after each meal. That works.
I always have to have an emergency sewing kit, a hand mirror, and candy.
+Alexa Carlson ooh that's a great one!
LAST TIME I WAS THIS EARLY CONNOR MURPHY WAS STILL ALIVE
I’m sorry
Go sit in the corner
TheNobodys omg noooo
WHO GAVE YOU THE RIGHT
too soon
I got butterflies in my stomach just thinking about performing from watching this video. 😆
+Puffin 13 omg that's so cute!! 💘🌙
Katherine Steele Thank you! ❤️ Hope you've had a good day.
Last time I was this early Roger's girlfriend April was still alive...
last time I was this early Maureen was straight.
Christiane Needs A Life LMAO
Noice.
At first I thought you were talking about Roger from A New Brain and I was so confused lmao
I got cast in Legally Blonde with all of the help from your videos!!! Thanks for being someone for us theatre kids to look up to! Love you!!!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
What to Bring
- Robe or zip up hoodie for cold backstage!
- Fan or towel to keep cool after a scene!
- Hair brush and beauty (like my makeup)
- Water
- phone
- food
Please do more theatre kid life style videos!!! I love them! Also you are like my absolute fav
The one time I was on my phone backstage I missed my entrance
I was having a rough day, and then I came here and started refreshing your page nonstop cuz I knew the #TheatreThursday fam could make me feel better!!! 💕💕xxx
Aww thank you so much! 😊💕🌈
Maeve Same!! ❤️
Hope your day got better! 💕💕
Have a good day it's maeve again
Aww thank you! 😊💜 You too Maeve!!!🌈😊❤️
am I binge watching your videos because im excited for my performance and need someone to geek out with??? maybe....
WHOS READY FOR MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL COMING OUT ON OCTOBER 3RD?
i usually bring the bare minimum lol like my phone, pads/tampons, water, stuff like that. watching this late lol but #theatrethursdayfam!!
I like bringing my script with me even when I’m off book, just so I can check when I next need to come on and from way side of the stage. It is also helpful for me to go through the script if I get nervous so I know that I can remember the lines and ques and I don’t panic on stage
Love you so much 💕💕💕
I always make sure to bring my script so I can study up to make sure I don’t forget any lines. It actually really helps even though I’m normally off book within like a week. It just helps to make sure that you don’t forget
Hey Katherine, I got the lead in the school show and this is my first LEAD EVER ! A bunch of people are going to see the show. (Plus a bunch of other directors I will work with in the future) is there any other advice you have? My rehearsal bag is pencils, pencils, pencils, did I say pencils?
Sophie Powers omg congrats!! I’m still trying to get a lead... 😭 what show is it??
congratulations!
Congrats!! I wish you luck with rehearsals!
Thanks guys I am doing Tammy : the coming age story about a girl who is part trex. As you can tell this is an abstract show. I am Tammy!
Sophie Powers OMG SAME OMGOMGOMG
I gotta bring headphones! A lot of the time I have a playlist for the character I'm playing on my phone that gets me in the mindset before the show!
I for some reason get sooooo unbelievably thirsty during shows so I always make sure that I have a water bottle with me that will inevitably get refilled at least twice during the duration of that one show. I also have to make sure I have my inhaler because all those nerves can make my chest a little tight.
Hey Katherine, I'm not sure if you already filmed one yet, but for your monthly makeup-character look for October you could do a really cool Into the Woods Witch look! I just thought of that character out of nowhere and I thought it might be good for Halloween! 🎃💕xxx
I always put lemon wedges in my water - it tastes great and it clears my throat, especially if I'm sick
Love your videos, as always! ❤️ I'm so happy there is such a wonderful theatre-related TH-camr out there!
+Eve Sperling ah THANK YOU! 💕
Katherine Steele I just watched your Wednesday Addams tutorial video and you're 21?! I never would have guessed, you hold yourself very maturely! I'm 20 myself 🙈
I always bring:
- cough drops
- bobby-pins
- stage makeup
- facial cleanser, or makeup wipes
- phone and charger
- safety pins (just in case)
- a robe (mine is thin and lightweight and easier to pack than a big jacket)
- flats (to wear around before I’m in costume)
I always have Advil, everyone gets headaches and cramps so it’s just good to have
I just came back from a rehearsal and I saw this. Made my day much better.
My theatre performance kit: water, makeup, big pringles tube (to keep up the energy) hair bobbles and pins
I always have a blanket...always...one time we did a play during winter that was set in summer.... having a blanket made it so much better
1. Water or Gatorade, always
2. My phone and earbuds
3. Some touch up makeup and regular makeup
4. Reese’s cups
5. Body spray and deodorant
6. Blanket or Jacket
7.Breath mints or gum
8. Granola Bar
I generally have some throat coat with me during shows. Especially if they're longer shows or during the winter. I also have homework that I bring to work on when I'm not on stage.
I did the school musical and I was in the ensemble. We all brought HUGE jumpers to the shows because, in the opening of the show, us girls had to wear this sleeveless dresses. Backstage, it was freezing so we were all walking around in huge (like giant) sweaters with our stage make up on, our hair done and our dresses under our sweaters and we all looked ridiculous. That is such a good memory i have from that show.
makeup, gum, caramel hard candies, hairspray, curling iron/straightener, brush, change of clothes, extra contact solution, hair ties, chargers, water, deodorant, extra shoes, and a bluetooth speaker (if my cast mates dont mine😉) i gave you a complete rundown, sorry!😂
must backstage things
1. fuzzy blankets/ jackets 2. touch up makeup
3. Bobby pins and hair ties
4. 16 ounce water bottle ( we usually do multiple performances in a day)
5. phone
6. All of my dance shoes (jazz, tap and character shoes)
7. strapless bras (for strapless dresses and what not)
I haven't done a show in like a million years, but when I did, this is what I kept in my bag: Costume (if I brought home pieces), dance shoes, a hoodie or jacket (similiar reason as yours, Kath), water bottle, a pen, a pencil, the current book I'm reading, music and maybe a speaker, pixi stix (literal crack!), and a deck of cards (I learned to play blackjack during a show). There might be more, I can't remember, but that'e the gist of it.
I'm currently in Big Fish right now and we open next Friday!! I will definitely be using these! Thanks Katherine🐟💓
my theatre bag
-water bottle
-makeup pallete,brushes etc.
-vaseline
-ludens
-brush
-hairspray hairgel
-BANDAIDS (im clumsy)
-script
-phone earbuds and charger
-snacks for my dressing room/pals
-DEODORANT
Hi Katherine
I have a little 'tool kit' in my show bag - scissors, sewing kit and safety pins are always included for last minute wardrobe panics!
Also my own roll of mic tape (it's like gold dust)
I've been doing pantomime for a couple of years now and I also do shows with my dance school and a lot of my necessities are the same tbh! I always make sure I have water, some snacks (not really chocolate for panto though because it can make my throat a little clogged which isn't good for singing), mints/chewing gum but I find mints better because you won't accidentally leave them in, and then just some stuff to do when I'm not on stage e.g. my phone, a book, maybe some homework/revision, just general things like that, plus my glasses. Also, deodorant and maybe perfume so I don't stink, and makeup to top up/finish off when I'm there!
Love your videos Katherine!! xx
Yes! I thought I was the only one who bring sour patch kids to every show! I also always keep them around during tech week in case I need a pick me up during million hour rehearsals
The biggest must have: Paperclips, staples or folders for loose pages in script or sheet music. Also I'm playing Seymour right now and I have breakable glasses for when Orin shoves me and they fall off, so I am constantly having to tape them during intermission.
“Illumináte Confirmed”-Katherine Steele
What I bring backstage
-my script and dance shoes
-touch up makeup
-a pack of jolly ranchers (same idea as the sour patch kids)
-a jacket
-pens and my journal
-a book
-body spray
-my phone and earbuds
-so, so, So, SO MUCH WATER!! (Yay hydration!!)
These videos always make my day feel 110%
Something I have found is there is a lot of waiting around and sometimes waiting on hard chairs or on the floor so brings a mini cushion
These videos are hyping me for doing drama next year at school. StoOOoOoOoOOp I'm already waiting for it.
My rehearsal/performance bag:
- E-reader
- Phone
- Earbuds
- Script
- Water Bottle (Her name is Lily)
- Hair Ties
- Performance notes
- Backstage journal
I usually bring makeup wipes, my phone, a charger, fooooood, either a board game or a card game and a book so I can write if I'm feeling bored.
I'll definitely think of being my instax camera though!
Hi Katherine ❤️ I always bring some colouring or knitting or something to the theatre. I get a bit stressed so it's nice to get distracted also our stage manager really likes to tell us every five minutes how long it is until the show starts from like an hour before it actually does 😂😂😂 love you loads you are amazing !!!
+Emily Ewins ❤💘💕💖
I ADORED THAT GODSPELL REFERENCE!!!! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!
hairspray is such a must for me. i use it so i don't slip with the bottom of my shoes and of course my hair too. but i was just in a production of hairspray and oh my God i used like 4 or 5 huge cans of it within 4 shows + a few tech rehearsals.
Omg I was feeling sick this morning and ala Katherine Steele, I drank copious amounts of water and felt better by the end of the day. Water ftw!!
This is pretty much always in my performance bag; an apple ( I eat one before every show), cough drops, water, an assortment of tea bags, all the Bobby pins, hair spray, extra tights (I always seem to rip mine on something), and a book (reading something before a show, other than my script, helps me get out of my head and calm down my nerves)
You are so fun!! I’m in a Broadway Sings show this coming weekend and packing for it now. This helps! I’m going to bring my Instax - didn’t think of that before seeing this. I’m going to do my stage makeup at home now after being rushed last time!
So helpful! I have a show in two days and I am definitely using these tips :)
ahh backstage I always a dressing gown or a change of clothes because on a two show day we go out for lunch and I don't wanna be looking sweaty aha, love you Katherine!! ❤️❤️
these types of videos are honestly my favorite though!!
Yes Sourpatch kids!!!
I was looking forward to this. YAY backstage
YES RED SWEATER YES HIGH PONY YES CHOKER WOWOW YOU LOOK STRIKINGGGGGG
I’m a dancer so my must haves can include peppermint oil for my ankles and Achilles. Bandaids seem to be a highly needed item, even if it is not a ballet.
My must haves are dental floss, toothbrush, charcoal toothpaste, chai tea bags, safety pins. Love you xxx
Last time I was this early the phantom didn't need his mask💗
Here's what I bring to every performance: Makeup Wipes, personal mirror (that way I don't have to crowd around a wall mirror if I'm sharing a dressing room with a ton of people), bandaids, stage makeup, water, a book (depending on the show, like if I am absent for quite a few scenes and have nothing to do), Bobby pins, a giant Winnie the Pooh button down shirt (same reason as your jacket, I just like my Winnie the Pooh shirt), stage makeup, water (Yay for Nathan Jr.!), my glasses, and slippers (the character shoes I have right now are super uncomfortable, so I get out of those whenever possible.)
These are some of my must haves in no specific order
1) Deodorant (extra strength)
2)Band aids
3) chapstick
4)water (once you've been in Brigadoon and Sweeney Todd without water, you learn you need water backstage)
5) hand towel
6) makeup remover
7)hand sanitizer
8) tanktop/ camisole
9) backup bra (the underwire poped during a show)
10) tights/leggings/knee highs/ spandex shorts
Last time I was this early Angel was still alive...
Lexi Sloan TOO SOON
TOO SOON
Too soon.....
GO SIT IN THE CORNER
my backstage bag!
phone
perfume
mascara
hair ties (life savers!)
my dental hygiene kit
character shoes ( i carry them separate from my things)
earbuds
script and pencil
peppermint tea and water
BOBBYPINS & those baby puff snacks
I’m currently in a show (we open in two days!) and what I’ve brought this time around are
1. Water
2. Book
3. My theatre pencil box that contains 5 spare highlighters, pens, pencils, erasers, paper clips, and a whole stapler. I’m not joking.
4. Hair ties
5. Too much hand sanitizer because it’s good to stay clean
6. Lotion. Both body and hand.
7. Mirror because stage makeup
8. Chapstick because, chapped lips suck
Next year (late 2018) I’m taking an acting audition for an acting high school. How Can I practice
My Musthaves
WATER (ofc)
Small snacks
Makeup
Deodorant/perfume
Tea or Hot Drink
SCRIPT
Tylonel or Cough Drops
Bobby Pins
Hair Brush and Products
these are mine
-grapes (they get rid of any mucus or anything in your throat)
-this is the makeup i bring lipstick, powder, and foundation
-water
-poloroid camera
-bobby pins!!
-hairspray
-any other snack like saltines, pretzels, anything that won’t mess up my voice like dairy or anything sugary
those are my seven things :)
I always bring lemon juice. like the one people use in their tea or for cooking food. It really helps if I have a sore throat. I also always bring deodorant and/or perfume, especially if I know I'm gonna be all up on another person. I also bring paracetamol and cough drops just in case.
My Backstage must haves!
-WATER WATER WATER WATER WATER
-Pen
-Highlighter
-Pencil
-Makeup
-Script
-Any notes i want to look over from the blocking
-BABY OIL! i know it sounds weird, but using baby oil to remove mic. tape is a life saver!
-Phone
-Jacket
Omg I take my instant and digital camera to shows (I take my digital just in case I run out of film) and I take all these adorable pictures
Vocalzones!! Not sure if you have them in the US, they're little menthol lozenges you take before you sing and they're amazing for making your throat feel nice and clear!
My stuff usually varies but I always have dance shoes, makeup, sweat pants (my over clothes) water, and bobby pins
Ive never been in a show but I’ve started on screen acting lessons sooooo wish me luck
Love ya Kath
Performances for the production of Legally Blonde I'm in start Friday of next week and I normally bring sour patch kids, a charger, snacks, body spray, makeup (for touch ups--I hate doing my makeup at the theater), hair stuff (ie hair brush, spray, bobbie pins, etc), and WATER (especially for Legally Blonde because I'm jump roping and dancing and everything
I've been on a binge watching session of your vids! You are so smart and resourceful! You're also really positive and your personality and enthusiasm is infectious! Keep up the amazing work 😊 xxx
Yes!! I LIVE for sour patch kids both backstage during a show and just in my everyday life. They're my favorite candy. I always have bobby pins, safety pins, honey lemon lozenges & vitamin C drops, hair elastics, clear nail polish(for ripped tights), band-aids, Advil, lots of hairspray and of course my water bottle. I'm also a big fan of doing my stage makeup at home ahead of time but then I always bring my giant makeup case with me to the show too because you never know when someone has forgotten something when packing their stuff. Same goes for my dance shoes I'll always bring my big duffle bag of shoes ( I have multiples of each kind of dance shoe bc of different styles, colors etc) at least twice I have had people running around backstage bc they're forgot to bring their shoes 😂 basically I'm terribly over prepared. And in case you're wondering how I carry all of this stuff I usually haul it back & forth to and from my car during shows in a laundry basket, it's a little trick I learned in high school & it works pretty efficiently.
i’m in the wiz right now as the scarecrow, and whenever i’m offstage for one of my favorite numbers (like nobody bring me no bad news) i’ll always get my phone out and film (WITHOUT THE FLASH) from the wings. and then, when i watch the footage back, i always get all fuzzy because of how much i loved the show.
kath schulz I'm doing a backwards version of rent. We start rehearsals next week. I can't wait omg
So I'm watching theatre Thursday with my 2 year old sister and after the intro she goes, "and the worrrllldd"😂❤
i always have: throat losenges, my huge makeup case, a blanket, mint tea, phone, mints, a water bottle, deodorant, a cozy sweater, snackssssss
Ahh! I just got the main role of Winnie foster in tuck everlasting! It is one of the first productions off broadway!
My top backstage must-have (after water) is apples! :) The pectin in them is great for your voice (learned this from a director who talked to a voice specialist at the Met), and the sweetness helps with nervous dry-mouth.
My must haves are my make-up in case for any touchups, my water bottle, my jazz or character shoes, Bobby pins, and my phone
Deodorant, a ball point pen (gel pens are my fave but ballpoint has less of a chance of smearing or getting on your costume, plus I doodle on myself when I have gel pens and THAT IS NOT GOOD DURING A SHOW), a notebook for talking to people in the wings without really talking, and colored pencils to doodle with so that time passes faster!
+Alex-Ann Velasco 😂💕 omg the doodling part!!