Actor Aesthetic

Maggie Bera
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Actor Aesthetic, hosted by NYC-based actress Maggie Bera, is a podcast designed to educate artists pursuing a career in the theatre industry.

  1. 07/10/2025

    let’s talk money: the side of acting no one prepares you for

    Hot take: If you're relying only on acting income to survive in 2025… you're either incredibly lucky, or dangerously stressed. In this raw and unfiltered episode, Maggie breaks down the real financial blueprint behind her life as a working actor — including exactly how much she makes, what she pays in rent, how she saves for her wedding, and why a full-time job hasn’t killed her theatre dreams (in fact, it’s helped her thrive). What she earns What she spends How she saves And how she’s still performing Whether you're fresh out of school, deep in the hustle, or just tired of pretending you’ve got it all figured out.......... this episode is your permission slip to build stability your way. Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more actor tools and resources. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    35 min

  2. 07/02/2025

    building an audition rep book that actually FEELS like you (plus 100+ song suggestions)

    Feeling disconnected from your rep book? In this episode, Maggie Bera shares how to rebuild your audition binder with songs that reflect your personality, casting energy, and vocal strengths. She breaks down why most sopranos struggle to find current, callback-worthy material—and how to fix it. Plus, Maggie shares the origin story behind one of Actor Aesthetic’s most popular downloads, now completely revamped for 2025: 100+ Contemporary Audition Songs for Sopranos. 🎵 Grab the updated list here → actoraesthetic.com/shop 🎭 Perfect for college auditions, callbacks, and rep book refreshes.   Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more actor tools and resources. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    18 min

  3. 06/16/2025

    why I got cervical disc replacement surgery (and what recovery has really been like)

    After nearly a year away from the mic, I’m back... with a story I never thought I’d be telling. On May 13, I had cervical disc replacement surgery at C6-C7. In this episode, I’m opening up about what led me to that decision, how the recovery process has really felt, and what it’s been like returning to the stage, the audition room, and my full-time job after surgery. If you’ve ever pushed through pain or felt like your body was holding you back, this one’s for you. We’re talking: The car accident that started it all Years of treatment that never fixed the problem What it’s like to go from a 9 to 5 to full stop Getting back onstage just two weeks after surgery My first in-person audition post-op (spoiler: I forgot part of my cut lol) What I’ve learned about rest, recovery, and building a new normal If this episode resonates, share it. Post it to your IG story, tag @ActorAesthetic, and send it to someone who needs to hear they’re not alone. Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more actor tools and resources. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    21 min

  4. 09/11/2024

    side jobs for actors, sickness, and how the theatre industry changed post-pandemic

    Thinking about moving back to NYC to pursue your career in theatre? Now that the pandemic has subsided, here's what you need to know. Also discussed on this weeks podcast is side jobs for actors (remote and hybrid), balancing your part time and full time gigs with acting, working towards financial stability outside of the arts, EPA's and ECCs, and how to deal with sickness during auditions, rehearsals and performances. Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    40 min

  5. 08/06/2024

    a beginner's survival guide to TECH WEEK (ahhhhhh)

    The spookiest week of the year... and it's not Halloween (even though TJMAXX put out all their Halloween decorations already... can't we have one more month of summer?!) Going into a tech week of her own, host and actor Maggie Bera breaks down exactly what to expect walking into tech week for a musical. Buy the Fontus lozenges here.  Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    22 min

  6. 08/01/2024

    what to expect if (AND WHEN!) you book a regional theatre contract

    If you're not performing professionally on Broadway, on tour, or on a cruise ship, where might one find work? Regional theatre! In this episode, actress and host Maggie Bera breaks down booking regional theatre jobs, packing and travel tips, Non-Equity vs Equity contracts, Equity Chorus contracts vs Equity Principal contracts, out-of-town actors vs. local actors, housing for regional contracts, auditioning in NYC, and MORE! Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    31 min

  7. 07/01/2024

    I went to 5 Equity Auditions in NYC in one day... here's what I learned

    From working your side job in the holding room, to playing the waiting game, to Equity audition rules (and unspoken rules), to running around NYC signing up before the audition closes, this episode literally has it all. 40 minutes of JAM-PACKED info you'll want to hear before your next audition. Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    40 min

  8. 06/25/2024

    performing at 54 Below in NYC... how to get involved in your next show

    You're scrolling through YouTube and you see yet another Broadway star performing a song at a fancy cabaret... chances are, they're singing at 54 Below!!! But did you know you don't necessarily need to be an established performer with an insane resume to perform there? Tune in to learn how you can get involved in your next show. Have a topic suggestion you'd like to have discussed on the pod? Email maggie@actoraesthetic.com. Visit actoraesthetic.com for more info. Follow host Maggie Bera on social media Instagram: @actoraesthetic / @maggiebera Facebook: www.facebook.com/ActorAesthetic/ Email: maggie@actoraesthetic.com

    14 min
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Actor Aesthetic, hosted by NYC-based actress Maggie Bera, is a podcast designed to educate artists pursuing a career in the theatre industry.

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  • Creator
    Maggie Bera
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2025
  • Episodes
    217
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Actor Aesthetic