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What's in my Rehearsal Bag?!

I’m starting rehearsals for a new project in the city! I’ll be taking public transport, so I wanted to give my bag a refresh so I’m ready to go!

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What I’ve got in my bag:

  • My script, of course! I also like to have a spare binder or folder, plus some paper.

  • Pencil case filled with different colored highlighters, pens, a pencil, and sticky notes. I like to have multiple options for highlights: if I’m playing multiple roles, I will highlight each in a different color. If I’m working on a show with a lot of stage directions, I’ll highlight my key stage directions in a different color. I use stickies to tab each of my scenes (and maybe even different colors for different characters). Stickies are also great if you’re given a libretto that you’re not allowed to leave marks in - instead of erasing your pencil at the end of the run, just take notes on stickies so you can easily remove them!

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  • Basic makeup: concealer, mascara, and lip color. There might be surprise photos at the rehearsal and I may need a touch up!

  • An extra hair tie, just in case!

  • Water: I am in love with my Brita water bottle. It has a filter in it, so I can fill it up anywhere! The stainless steel keeps my water cold.

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  • Singer’s Spray and Vocal Zone drops are rescue tools if I’m feeling particularly dry or full of phlegm.

  • Rehearsal “Costume”: depending on the show, I may need certain clothing items. Obviously dance shoes, but even when it’s not a musical I like to practice in the shoes I’m actually going to be wearing for the show. For example, a spare pair of heels if I know my character wears heels. If it’s a period piece, I also bring a rehearsal skirt: this is basically a long skirt that I put over my clothes in rehearsal so I can get used to the feeling of a long skirt (if my costume is ultimately a dress etc.)

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Am I forgetting anything? What extras do you like to keep in your bag?

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