As I leave the Big Apple and embark on another adventure in life, I reflect on one of my favorite jobs I’ve ever had in New York City. This job was also, as my first job in New York City, the biggest job I had by far. Many people love paved roads, but they think the only way to get in is to pay over $150 for a ticket. When I was just out of college and still very much in love with the Broadway stage, we actually ran into Usher’s Broadway show. If you are new to New York City and would like Usher to be on Broadway there are a few things you can do to help the situation.
To begin, know the facts. It’s become a giant Broadway Usher if you’re a full-time Broadway Usher that’s a part-time job. You work six days a week and you have to come in during the day on March 4th and your Saturday. This equates to a long day for many who have nothing in Midtown. While for many people with part time jobs this is impossible, for many artists and other aspiring actors etc., being able to come in and work is not a problem. However, this work requires a lot of caution, as it is a part-time job and does not support a living wage for most people. However, if roommates or rent or share benefactors, return home, with Broadway Usher is a great way to make a few dollars.
If you are still interested in becoming Usher on Broadway, then you should reach out to the Usher Broadway Union. IATSE Local 306 is a union and they have offices on W. 45th St. If you just come to New from afar instead, the idea of walking into a union to which no affiliations can run. But think about it like going to the DMV. We all have to go there to get a license and license for the streets and to register our cars and things like that; the same Usher to become Broadway. You have to do it through the union, unless you’re like me.
I was also supposed to go to the union jobs, but I just had something else. I do this by walking right into the street theater offices. I peered around the stage doors and flew around the theater. Then I learned where the Nederlander offices were, and then I went to them. They rejected me. Then I learned where the Shubert offices were. I entered, and they turned me away. Then I learned where the offices of Jujamcyn were. Not many heard even at Jujamcyn; unless you are too familiar with the stage of Theatrical Opera. However, Jujamcyn is the third big player in theater ownership in Manhattan. They own five levels of Broadway and when they walk in they are somewhat disturbed by their duties. It’s not very traditional to just walk into someone else’s office and advertise yourself. But they finally took to me like a wet lost puppy and offered me a job. Then they sent me to the union offices.
For before you join the union you can be under. If you are interested in subbing and don’t want to go directly to the union’s offices, you can call their phone number and ask about subbing directly . They won’t let you in on something you don’t know, just ask if you can be there. They will take your information and call you back. Calling hours are Monday morning between 10 a.m. and the south, I think. It’s been a while since I’ve called during the hours, but if I get them between a.m. You call 10, and you can leave your availability to them at noon on Monday.
Then you will show. It’s black pants, a white button down shirt, and a men’s tie. I came with black to enter and then if they want to have a certain tie theater, they will. give it to yourself when you come there. For women there are black trousers, a black blouse and a theater scarf (which they provide). The only other thing you need is black shoes, a bag of sugar, and bring a smile! If you like them, and if you’re more confident, you’ll be an old lady of Broadway before you know it! Then you realize that eight years have already passed and you will wonder where the time has gone!
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