Theatre Assumptions!

[@annika_mossberg24]

"If it wasn't an important part, it wouldn't be in the show!" -Carrie 2020

[@jesssnellx]

One of Regina George's famous lines is "I never weigh more than 115" and Renee Rapp (Regina George in Mean girls) has always said that "I know I'm not 115 and I probably never will be haha! But I am Regina George, so..."

[@EmmaGriffiths]

She's phenomenal as Regina though so who cares😂

[@TheLadyWhoLunches]

A friend of mine was in a play where they changed a line about her character's weight to be closer to her own! Not because they cared-she herself was worried that audiences wouldn't believe it. I think it would have been fine, though; she did a great job and that's honestly what people care about.

[@lucygrayson6034]

I always think that the ensemble jealousy thing comes from high school productions where there is more bitchy-ness and some of them don't take it seriously as a possible profession. Often ensemble members are understudies for principle roles. I know for myself if I ever got to be in a professional show, I'd be honoured to even be a member of the ensemble!!!!!

[@googoogaga7986]

YES, I can confirm this as a person who is always type-casted into little roles! So many people were bitter about it permanently, I was a little hurt when I was put into it, as I went for the main roles, but of course, NO GRUDGES! And I love drama so even being there is a gift :))

[@elisebrown2986]

​@@googoogaga7986 Yeah i got a side role this year as a senior and im still a little bummed but like you said its a gift to get to be apart of the show at all!

[@googoogaga7986]

Elise Brownie exactly! It takes a strong actor to play a desired role but an even stronger one to play one they didn’t expect! 😊💗✨

[@elisebrown2986]

@@googoogaga7986 Yeah! thats actually really sweet and I'm definitely gonna try and remember that while I'm this show! thanks! btw i love your name lol

[@googoogaga7986]

Elise Brownie ty! I’m glad I could help! It’s no problem! Have a fabulous show :))

[@kate4476]

I feel like most people assume that people in ensemble are jealous of leads because in a school musical situation everyone auditions for a lead but only a couple of people actually get it.

[@evahornyak8728]

Actually I NEVER want to get a part cuz I'm a dancer I would rather be featured dancer

[@ameliatropman9729]

I agree, I personally go for a role based on what I think my enjoyment will be playing that role and not how big it is. I actually prefer if the role I want is smaller because then its more likely I'll get it

[@akrialet]

Here in New York's commercial theatre, there is quite a lot of discrimination based on body size. Lots of people behind the table refuse to imagine anyone but a traditional thin or muscular lead, regardless of the text. A few shows are better than others, but body diversity is a huge issue in the industry here. For example, there's nothing in the text that suggests Elphaba's size, but she's always played by a similar body type. Meanwhile, Carrie White is described as a bigger girl explicitly in the book but almost every adaption of Carrie (movie and stage) has her played by a thin ingenue. The bias against different bodies, especially in stories about love, is a huge problem in American commercial theatre and I wish it was better.

[@summer6100]

yup

[@sophieallan4129]

This is so sad

[@annegasko7719]

Same as in Australia sadly...I think we have a much smaller professional industry and theatre culture, and companies rarely take a risk on someone outside the norm. There are some shows that are better - Come From Away comes to mind, possibly because all the characters are intended to look life 'everyday people, and also because it's a newer show. But in general, and particularly in shows that have been around for while, it's rare to see them deviate from the stereotypical body type.

[@PetitChouPumpkin]

Hmm... interesting this is your opinion. I happen to feel like that’s not true. I’ve seen quite a lot of theatre in NYC (both on and off broadway on average 2-3 shows a month) and I don’t feel this way. But everyone is entitled to their opinion.

[@eviekenyon574]

PetitChouPumpkin I think it’s not a matter of opinion but maybe just different experiences? I find it interesting that two people in the same kind of thing/place have completely different experiences

[@AmeliaBell28]

I hope one day you get to do a Broadway show so you can talk about the differences between Broadway and the West End! I love all your theatre videos so much and as a New York actor I'm always wondering what the similarities/differences are between being an actor here vs in London (and the UK as a whole). Plus, I'd love to see you on stage here! (I saw you as Eponine in 2015 on a choir trip to the UK but I'm dying to see you again.) Maybe ALW's Cinderella will make its way over here with you at some point :D

[@clemmiemayhew456]

I think it definitely will! Heathers started on Broadway !

[@jennifermartinson9435]

@@clemmiemayhew456 nope, heathers was never a bway show

[@clemmiemayhew456]

@@jennifermartinson9435 sorry typo meant off broadway

[@lucyprince665]

The day you start a video not saying ‘I’m early to the theatre’ is the day the worlds ending 😂

[@isalsaurusthelemon6512]

She said it in one of her Heather's vlogs

[@richardlaundon]

Talking of "departments" one question I got a lot was how being a swing meant you weren't treated the same as "proper" actors in the cast. To me the hardest role in a company is swing because you need to know the entire show and possibly two or three leads as well just in case. If large shows didn't have swing then they probably wouldn't function as smoothly as they do.

[@endcoral282]

Sorry, what's a swing?

[@sadrackfav]

@@endcoral282 The most simple way to explain based off of what I know, a swing is someone who understudies multiple roles and sometimes covers for understudies that are in the cast normally. Basically, if an ensemble member in Hadestown were to play Persephone, a swing would take over for the ensemble’s place, or the swing practices multiple roles in case an understudy and the main cast member are not available. I hope I didn’t make a mistake there and that I hope that helped answer your question!

[@meganbrowne1727]

I saw you on Tuesday and I came to stage door and you walked passed me and smiled but I didn’t say anything... I cried afterwards not because I didn’t say anything but because you walked pass me and smiled. I’ve never been so happy to see anyone in my life!

[@lizac3858]

Aww I saw it on Tuesday as well!!

[@chasepinheiro6476]

I would love to play Veronica Sawyer in Heathers and I was worried about my weight but seeing you play her made me feel amazing

[@rezashayesteh9718]

The ensemble members being jealous thing might come from community or school theatre, because there is usually some jealousy there.

[@charlottepitt7366]

I’m in drama school and I’m 6ft and I’m constantly being told I’m too tall for a lot of roles, but seeing you with a different body type gives me a bit of hope 😊 thanks carrie

[@CP-mb3sn]

Gwendoline Christie and Elizabeth Debicki seem to be smashing it at the moment. Alison Janney's done pretty great too. Tall girls can get it!

[@celinegunton6422]

My best friend's dream is to play Christine in Phantom and she has always been told that she's too tall. When we stage doored the show in 2018, she said this to the actor playing the Phantom (who was a very tall man) and he said that she would just need a tall Phantom and that she would be a great height to play opposite him. It totally made her day!

[@PetitChouPumpkin]

Charlotte Pitt there’s an actor in Hadestown right now who is incredibly tall, so much so that he really stands out and is now sort of known for it! Don’t give up!

[@ironflowers977]

I think Sutton Foster is pretty close to 6’ (can’t remember exactly, maybe 5’11?) and as most of us will know, she’s done pretty well for herself 😁 There’s quite a few role models for us short people too out there, like Kristin Chenoweth and Elaine Paige who are both under 5’!

[@ironflowers977]

Jacques Daniels I mentioned it in my other comment but just thought I’d reply to you directly too- Kristin Chenoweth is 4’9 too (I believe) and she’s amazing and obviously very successful! There’s also a girl in the current uk tour of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie who’s around a similar height too 😊 Plus the good thing about being on the shorter side (at least as a girl) is that you can always wear heels if they desperately need you to be a little taller, so in theory it’s easier to make a short person look taller than vice versa!

[@forenschick]

"Or their strength is dancing instead of acting and singing and they want nothing more than to be part of the big ensemble dance numbers"

[@EyeGlassTrainofMind]

Hiya Carrie & other Hopefuls! Just wanted to put in a perspective from a classically trained ballet dancer about the ensemble/principle role assumption. That assumption is actually very much TRUE IN THE BALLET world and in the dance world in general. Everyone(unless they are a transfer) typically auditions at an entry level position as an intern ( a la NYCB) or as a member of the corps de ballet (ensemble) and it is only through promotion that you can move through the ranks even if sometimes you understudy for a role beyond your rank. It's very competitive in that environment and I know of many amazing dancers who for whatever reason (just not the look or style the director wants for x seasons, limited funds for promotions, age of dancer, history of injuries, etc.,) that cause a dancer to never leave the corps or soloist position or they never get the chance to choreograph within the company and so on. So while I'm super glad to hear that your experience is so different, I do understand at least in some part why the misunderstanding exists. :)

[@Tillysnow1]

It's also very true in high school and amateur theatre. Everyone wants the main roles and no one auditions just for ensemble. Professional theatre actors have the maturity and experience to understand the importance of EVERYONE in a cast!

[@nalabees]

professional ballet is a totally different world than professional theater with different positions/ranking systems, I doubt anyone would compare the two processes unless they really just don't know anything about either. the ensemble of a show isn't equivalent to the corps, etc. not to mention the sizing thing is hard enough in theater but ballet it's a hard no on being over a certain size. so yeah, not many of these things can be likened to the ballet world.

[@EyeGlassTrainofMind]

@@nalabees Exactly my point. I think there are a lot of dance or ballet themed movies or even theatre themed movies set in high school or college or even professional wherein these worlds are synonomised in the competitive sense (even though they are very different) just because they are both performing arts. The average person doesn't see the world behind the curtain very much if at all and so that is where I am thinking these assumptions Carrie read were coming from. I'm not at all saying that the worlds are the same and am sorry if I mis-conveyed that in my original post :)

[@cijmo]

Assumption: You and Bradley Jaden have a competition of who can wear the most rings LOL. I agree with what you said about everyone in ensemble wanting a main role. That's like saying everyone who applies at a company wants to manage it. People are happy being in an accounting pool, HR or customer service. For the record - maybe you don't sing Fantine's songs at home but I always sing Fantine's Death when I come home because I sing to the cat "come to me...I see your food bowl's empty, come to me and I will give you crunchies..." Congrats on Cinderella, I already look forward to December.

[@ellahopkins5541]

"The main cast is the ensemble" Why does this sound so profound and wise?

[@kyleaaronartistry5804]

Hold the front door... “famous brother” no! You’re incredibly talented, and captivate audiences around the world. You’re amazing Carrie! X

[@CP-mb3sn]

Love your top! Goes well with the dressing room wallpaper

[@CP-mb3sn]

Sorry, that was off topic, thanks for answering the questions too

[@justjules327]

I was hoping someone commented about it because I love the shirt too. It’s so cute! I was hoping someone knew where to get it. I think it’s this one after searching “lightning bolt women’s shirt”- www.silkfred.com/boutiques/dancing-leopard/clothing/san-diego-shirt-in-lightning-bolts?locale=en-US&gclid=CjwKCAjwvOHzBRBoEiwA48i6AqLf2X-4ntQ1D839GlKMljrTKyslPj6n6KcSv7ou_Ub8tAJHiFMISRoCZswQAvD_BwE

[@CP-mb3sn]

Thanjs @Julie. Great find :)

[@amyhurst236]

I just wanted to say I've been a fan of yours for 6 years now and I've been a fan of les miserable for 8 years and I finally got to see it yesterday and I was blown away! Your portrayal of Fantine made me cry and I am so in awe of you, it was so raw and your rendition of I dreamed a dream was beautiful! Such a perfect cast for my first time watching such an amazing musical💖

[@lizac3858]

Same about crying- I don't usually cry for fantine (mostly because I've simply heard I dreamed a dream too much 😬) but yeah Carrie's portrayal was outstanding!! She didn't throw away the song we all know

[@jessicabennett5895]

I love that she said the phrase “it sounds a bit wanky” 😂 🇬🇧

[@freddieking6456]

Santana from glee vibes

[@googoogaga7986]

SAME 😆

[@tiareynolds8442]

@@freddieking6456 I don't think she was using the same context as santana from glee lol

[@freddieking6456]

@@tiareynolds8442 yeah ik ik It just gave me the memory if it😂😂

[@henryanderson6752]

Jessica Bennett Australia + Britain = using wanky without hesitation.

[@inkeririnkelikinkkubaageli]

I find Zen in your videos, the whole thing with you, the lighting, the music in the background...peaceful, chill, I needed this, thanks!

[@Stansman63]

Many of my best theatre experiences were as an ensemble actor..no jealousy of the principals, just admiration for the amount of work they have to do.

[@fool4spuffy]

you know it’s going to be a good day when carrie posts🥰

[@RomySews]

I think the assumption that the ensemble are jealous of main cast members is because at school that's often how it is. Like, everyone wants to be the lead but if you're not that good your teacher casts you as ensemble so that everyone gets a part

[@tryingtobeeloquent]

Definitely! Also teachers often have favourites lmao

[@googoogaga7986]

YES!

[@googoogaga7986]

summerisanerd yup! A guy in my drama group got Bugsy in Bugsy Malone when he wasn’t even in a production before that, he’s a fab actor, don’t get me wrong, but it seemed like a bit of favouritism at the time :)

[@ilurvsharrypotter]

At my school, I saw that for sure, but I also definitely saw very talented actors getting passed up for lead roles because the director felt like their level of professionalism would help lead newer ensemble actors in knowing how to behave.

[@katieboyle8085]

This is my favourite Carrie dressing room so far apart from the ones you decorated so wonderfully for the Chitty and addams tours! It’s so beautiful just like u💖💖 sincerest congratulations on your new role xx

[@annikawheble9593]

Another question, Carrie, for the EU nationals who are actors, and are working in London, how does BREXIT affect them, working in the UK? Do you know anything about this please or have you heard from your friends?

[@Ajdolina]

I'm not Carrie but, EU nationals have to officially apply for a "settled status" in order to stay past the deadline of Dec 31st :)

[@annikawheble9593]

Adja, I thought so as well. One is happy, that one has settled status :). Sometimes, shows have guest actors from EU countries

[@Ajdolina]

@@annikawheble9593 Oh good! When it comes to short term visits/works I think things still need to be sorted out with the EU countries:)

[@Fred-hx7uc]

@@annikawheble9593 For actors who do not live in the UK, but are in a musical that is touring the UK/Europe, you would have to apply for a 'Creative Temporary Worker' visa. This allows actors to 'live' (stay) in the UK while they are performing :)

[@annikawheble9593]

Fred ok. Just asking, as I know there's loads of actors here from EU countries

[@FromtheDepthsofMel]

I adore these theatre vids from you for a multitude of reasons. First, because it makes me happy to see you doing what you love. Second, your words seem to comfort me and remind me that working towards my own theatre dream is possible and to not be discouraged. ... and many others, but I don't want to bore anyone reading this.

[@sakurasharks]

I love it when you talk about your job/the industry too!! You love it so much it's infectious and you can't help but want to know more!

[@frostedjosieos]

Hearing Carrie talk about being passionate about theatre makes me kind of want to cry because I am also passionate about theatre

[@meeyuh9919]

i’m debating whether to pursue theatre but it’s so risky however it is my true passion. and every time i watch one of your video carrie it inspires me to say f it and go for it. still don’t know if i should or not but you inspire me SO MUCH! and theatre will always be my biggest love and passion. love you xxx

[@morgrugyn]

Famous brother my arse, you are insanely talented and deserve everything you have.

[@biologynerd3]

Wow, you truly wear no makeup for Les Mis? That's surprising to me - I'd expect a level of stage makeup at least so your features still show up with the lights. Fascinating.

[@googoogaga7986]

They’re probably using a lower, more golden light setting, that should be less harsh on their faces :)

[@whyme9960]

HannahS I know. She’s that beautiful all the time.

[@Jonathan-pm7vx]

Thank you, Carrie. That was a most interesting insight. What you said reminds me of the old saying "There are no small parts, only small actors"

[@lizac3858]

Aha I live by that saying way too often

[@Helvetica09]

I see so many similarities between the theater world and the culinary world. Like the ensemble/principle roles and chefs/serving staff. The working hours, the family feeling, the stress and nervousness before a "big show" or "opening night" / "big event" or "new menu". Maybe this is why I love your theater vlogs so much because it feels so familiar in a way?

[@celinegunton6422]

When I first started performing as a kid (7/8 years old), I would get so nervous before a show that I wouldn't sleep for 2 days. Thank god I got over that!

[@ranicos]

I LOVE your energy and your passion. Obviously in this video but in so many others too. It's like when you pour a fizzy drink into a glass and you can see the bubbles splash and jump up at the surface and it looks like mini fireworks? There seem to be so much bubbling inside of you that is just waiting to fizz at the surface. It instantly lifts my mood. (This could potentially be a weird analogy, but it's the one that instantly came to mind. Anywho!) Hope you have a wonderful day, Carrie. Lots of love!

[@lizzielane1979]

What a down-to-earth, lovely person. So interesting hearing about these!

[@NuttyFruitcake14]

New drinking game... Drink every time Carrie says "the industry" 😆 Love the theatre themed videos btw! 💙

[@GlenPelkmans]

I'm waiting to see you perform in an hour. So excited to see the play. Good luck and have fun!

[@theflorgeormix]

The truth....great times...never laughed more than when I did a play. Footage helps. And u have real talent. Tons of extras in film & TV want starring roles. Talent hard work & giving. U have 2 give. Not surprised by your success and well done.

[@itslilly1662]

I hate people who assume people who work in the theatre business. Especially size. So I really appreciate this. Xxxxxx

[@bridgethealey7188]

Could you do a video about how you keep your voice (and just yourself) healthy to do shows so many days a week?

[@henrietterowland7280]

I’m one of the ones looking in from outside, that absolutely love the anything to do with the industry. I am also one who dreamed a dream but it was never fulfilled. Thank you for all the behind the scenes videos. Sometimes I think my love of theatre comes from the fact that my parents were both in the Danish theatre when they were young, it’s just in my blood ❤️❤️❤️🇦🇺

[@Wyatt_does_art]

The "you will always know your department the best" is so true. The lead lighting person in a show was my best friend, and so they thought that I knew lighting. One day, he was off and there was a problem, and they asked me to fix it (we are a theater in a school). I had no idea how to do it and so we had to call him when he was unwell, at the start of the show. He didn't pick up. That night was a flop to say the least.

[@natalieslonecki2580]

you are my inspiration Carrie, thank you for showing me how to be myself i will always look up to you so thank you x!!

[@eleanorransom6008]

I’m seeing Les Mis in March for my birthday! A real bucket list show!

[@BrannonChase1]

Thank you for saying this!!!! I’ve always loved being in the ensemble, it’s my dream every time I get to do a show in the ensemble!❤️

[@fandoms5ever]

It’s honestly so disgusting that people discredit your success of getting into the industry to you having a famous brother and connections. As if you and your parents didn’t work incredibly hard to prepare you for being able to take whatever opportunities came your way. Ugh that just makes me so mad.

[@samuelwoodward6567]

I agree so hard. I hate when people tell people that they’re only famous because of someone/something else, like maybe they are famous because of that/them, but there is no need to tell them that. And Carrie is also famous, not because of her brother, but because she is talented. Remember Carrie was famous when she was a child, when she was in les mis and chitty chitty bang bang

[@imkopfkino738]

I also work in theatre in Germany, and I identify a lot with you and your routines, so it makes me really happy to watch all your theatre vlogs back to back! It’s lovely that you enjoy making that content and talking about your job. Keep it up! Love from backstage

[@ChrisTheAspergerGuy]

What about the assumption that a lot of the actors are boning each other? I've heard about that with drama clubs in high schools and colleges, but I'm curious if that's the case with professional theater.

[@googoogaga7986]

LMAO

[@MerynNixon]

In my experience it’s pretty true haha! I guess it’s dependent on the show & cast but yeah haha 😂

[@ChrisTheAspergerGuy]

That's awesome lol.

[@MerynNixon]

ChrisTheAspergerGuy Hahaha not necessarily 😂

[@ChrisTheAspergerGuy]

Uh oh, how come? Were your cast mates ugly? lol

[@xAbbieCx13]

It's so interesting the misconceptions people have. I feel like I knew most of this already, though that's probably through following you and other actors. A great video. 💙

[@larelles1]

I'd love to see an author assumptions next!

[@jusmarch3740]

im one of those theatre fans who loves to learn all about everything to do with shows and theatre. Thank u so much Carrie for sharing,

[@gamingemblem6290]

First! I love u Carrie 🥰 Can’t wait to see you as Cinderella in ALW’s Cinderella priority booked my ticket as soon as I could. 🙂

[@whitetiger2200]

I love this video Carrie! This was so straightforward and honest! I am absolutely a person who is interested to know more about what goes on behind the scenes and having read your book When the Curtain Falls I felt like I got a small glimpse though fictional but this real life video based on your experiences has been great to learn from and dispel some of the rumours and assumptions! Please feel free to do another one of these down the road I'd love it as I'm sure others would too! ♡

[@christycox9882]

I love drinking my coffee and listening to you talk 💜

[@CarolinaYankee]

Living in Japan, you get used to the very particular way the Japanese have for doing absolutely everything. I'm not surprised about your passport situation. Even buying tickets to Disney is a process. If you can go, DisneySea is the most amazing park ever! I've been to WDW many times but DisneySea is on an entirely different level.

[@mollydyke2313]

Carrie I just wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate you on Cinderella! It’s my dream to be on the west end and I work every day to achieve it. Seeing how much you’ve achieved because of your determination and drive inspires me so much. You really deserve every success and I’m so happy for you that you’re living your dream. Love you so much and thank you for letting us be a part of your journey ❤️❤️❤️

[@kt-ej3os]

Hi Carrie! I saw you in Les mis on Saturday and you were AMAZING! Wishing you luck for your future success 🥰

[@corilewis]

I work at a theater (graphic design) and we don’t interact with the cast/crew all that much, so I learned a few things from this 💕

[@ivyginny]

Yes, please DO do another one of these. It was lovely

[@bgeorgiam]

just curious bc they kept catching my attention, what kind of mascara are you wearing? your eyelashes look amazing!

[@carriemummy]

Loved it, thanks!

[@bvbarmy444]

Girl you just radiate positivity and I love it

[@ghostsomenswho]

Ok, even in secondary school (high school, Americans), people tend to be nice between main cast and ensemble. I was ensemble in a school production and I improved a bit to add more comedy to the scene and one of the main cast said that it was pretty funny and we started bonding more throughout the show. There's not a big divide

[@angelataylor4466]

I really enjoy your you tubes !; This one is so interesting and informative !! I'm a big musical fan and love my trips to London to see shows !! XXXX 💖💖💖

[@Rheartsliterature17]

This dressing room wallpaper as a background is so wonderful! Loved this video and all you share about your theater life!

[@jasonflk1970]

Keep up with the theatre type vlogs. As someone who enjoys theatre it's great to hear how it works behind the scenes.

[@sirhamsterfilms]

I really enjoy when you do videos like this as it just gives us non-theatre people a glimps behind the curtain, to see how the magic is made, as theatre is like few other professions. Keep us the amazing work :D

[@katex7087]

with the size one i always think of the recent Legally Blonde UK tour in which Elle (i've forgotten the actresses name) was not a size 0 at all! She wasn't that big as I think being fit is a trait of Elle, however it didn't detract from the show and i didn't notice anything until my sister mentioned they cast someone not as thin

[@morgrugyn]

I missed my cue in dress rehearsal cause I was having a coughing fit backstage & I go yelled at so bad by the director

[@nicolaireed9867]

You are amazing and an inspiration. Thank you for all you do. Keep it up.

[@carolinemitchell5059]

aw this is such a fun video! I was so lucky to see Les Mis in London just the other day, and Carrie you were truly incredible! The whole show was amazing, keep doing what you're doing! xx

[@rozgibson]

It's worth noting that for many UK drama schools you can get your tuition fees paid for through student finance to fund yourself through student loans from student finance england etc too. It's exactly the same as conventional universities

[@jameswareham4963]

What make vocal steamer do you use? Do you find it helps?

[@stagetopage]

I loved this video. And the Jamie Muscato mention makes me desperate for you two to work together again.

[@TheCharleyparley]

i'd love to see more of these! just any theatre q&a's

[@adria1262]

hi, i just wanted to say, i love you and just got cast as veronica in heathers!!!! it's been my dream role for so long and my school got the rights to do the added songs from west end so we're the first high school in the US to do them. i love i say no so much and i hope i can make you proud!!!!

[@evamansfield6386]

I did a show a couple of months ago and when the overture was playing before the curtain went up we all would just stand on the stage dancing until we heard the curtain going up then we’d stand there just almost laughing

[@montgomerymulti3594]

Really random questions but in Les Mis are the revolutionaries (combeferre, courfeyrac etc.) considered leads or ensemble

[@marthabjo]

The thing about principals vs ensemble roles is common in a lot of different industries I think - there's this idea in society that being in a "higher" spot or a singled out spot is better and that everyone wants that. I'm a librarian, and when I was a student there was this whole to do where my class were accused of not being ambitious enough because only a few people responded in a survey that they wanted to be head librarian. And I think that's the wrong way of looking at ambition, because it should be about wanting to be the best at what you want to do, whether that's at the "top of the pack" or in a more "supportive" role.

[@haleywink1307]

The reason so many people think that the ensemble is just made up of people that didn’t get cast as leads is because in community theatre and school theatre (even a lot of college shows) that’s how it works. People who don’t have experience beyond that don’t realize that professional shows can have specific calls for ensemble auditions.

[@lillianchristine8106]

At least for highschool theater, the distinction between crew/principal/ensemble isn’t massive. It’s really all mixed in. Like we know who’s a lead we just don’t care. The exception is one show that was a musical cabaret and we kind of had two all female numbers (she’s in love with nine and Cell block tango with six) and there was a bit of pettiness because the teacher kind of blew on the flames of the shes in love girls are less talented/experienced and the cell block are more talented/experienced. (The experience bit was true but talent is iffy) and there was some drama and distinction there. (It was mostly the shes in love girls being jealous)

[@mommalion3486]

I love your passion it’s uplifting. My daughter Hope 17 isn’t in to acting etc but she love make up especially special effects. She’s currently doing her 1st of beauty but her passion for that is like you. My son 16 did have a passion to join the army but nearly 3 years ago he diagnosed with type 1 diabetes so he’s not allowed to join anymore and he’s really struggling with what to do 🐝❤️

[@mirnasolis4360]

Thank you for doing this video. I love watching your videos and the behind the scenes of theater industry, which is very interesting

[@cassieSP]

This was fantastic and very informative. I love getting to learn the ins and outs of other industries. Especially something like this which I don't have a lot of hope of learning about otherwise purely based on location. It's so interesting to have some assumptions broken down! Love it!

[@cheryleann6394]

Just because someone gets a break because of connections does not guarantee lasting employment. Carrie has gainful employment because she is a professional with tremendous talent.

[@NicoleFoti]

Ahhhh my favoriteeee! I miss doing theater so much

[@xarnarappold9711]

Yesss!!! I'm always nervous if I know the people going! It's unreal. xxx

[@louiswindsor7334]

As someone who has done mostly ensemble its honestly just as fun if not more so then principle parts

[@chrissygravitt9196]

I absolutely Love this type of video ❤️❤️👍 Definitely do more

[@catpricorn]

I love when you do theatre videos!

[@amyefothergill3942]

Awesome job g. Cheers for this. Sooooo interesting. Also yay to answers of long-time burning questions whoop whoop. Would love a PT 2 if there's any more good uns??? Anywho, enjoy your day off my lovely and rest up!!! Proud of you ❤️ Mwah Xx

[@haiyleejannetta4827]

Looove informative theatre videos!!

[@millypep]

Hey Carrie. I love watching these videos as much as you love talking about it. I work in a receiving house regional theatre in the back office booking all the shows and doing paperwork etc, as well as am dram in my free time. I simply love being in a theatre and I think we'd get along really well because of our shared passion 😅 if I had the amount of followers you do I would do a similar video about back of house assumptions! X

[@nikki8942]

This was very interesting. And you look beautiful and happy in this vlog. Thanks for sharing x

[@fernc6709]

So excited for you to be Cinderella! love from australia 💕

[@JamesHorn_hornjt]

Great episode, thank you for you time in answering the questions

[@lisa_vxng]

(i'm a little late but hey) congrats on Cinderella! cannot wait to see it! ♥

[@tobybullock9814]

Love you Carrie and love these type of videos x