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the singer/actor’s essential list!!
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items i don’t gatekeep- here are some things i can’t live without as a singer and stage performer in nyc
Sections
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the barebones
vocal health
practice rooms and studios
makeup
the barebones
must haves for a great foundation to support the pursuit of a career in theatre and music. you definitely don’t want to go without these
every performer needs one, obviously :) but this is the brand i have in olive green, it’s made from recycled materials with a straw AND flip top!!! affordable, love the way it fits in my tote, and keeps my water cold for a long time
WOOVO 24oz Insulated Leak Proof Water Bottle
every working mt actor needs a good set of binder dividers for their book, and these are my favorite- they come with plenty of inserts for labeling (even if you wanna swap them out/change the label) and the colors i like a lot. a good deal, too
Avery 8-Tab Insertable Plastic Dividers
great and affordable. love the different light settings and it gets the job done. it’s ok if you don’t have the money for the latest and greatest at the moment- there’s NOTHING wrong with the function of this ring light and don’t let anyone make you ...
Sunpak - 12" Bicolor LED Ring Light Kit - Black
these are my favorite script highlighters. they last so long! i love the purple one the best, but i’m biased bc it’s my favorite color
Sharpie Pocket Style Highlighters, Chisel Tip, 12 Count
vocal health
wanna take extra good care of your instrument? feeling sicky? these are my go-to products for preventative vocal care and remedies for when your voice is under the weather. some of these aren’t news to anyone but i’m putting everything on here anyway...
great for sick days, vocal fatigue, or days when you need a vocal boost. smooth and easy on the throat, and it doesn’t hurt that it has a great taste. i swear by this when i’m in a pinch, but am careful to use it mainly for emergency situations/impor...
CLYOR Voice37 - Natural Voice Remedy for Singers
many theatre performers swear by this, and i’m pretty sure ariana grande does too…
Grethers Pastilles - Relief For The Throat & Voice
this is fr my cough drop obsession at the moment… i hate the flavor of most cough drops except for these, and i don’t believe in torturing myself
HALLS Throat Soothing Creamy Strawberry
manuka honey is SO good for you. this is an immune boost and supplement
Manukora
see my manukora supplement description above in this list! so soothing
Manuka Health MGO 400+ Honey Lozenges Lemon
great to soothe your throat and mask hoarseness. still, just remember not to push! you can get 60 tablets for $10 or 120 for $17!
Boiron ThroatCalm Tablets Sore Throat Relief 120ct
practice rooms and studios
secluded practice rooms in the West Village. during pride month you can reserve for free 🏳️🌈
Greenwich House Music School
makeup
anything you might need to elevate your audition look or just for everyday!!
got tattoos? need to cover em? dermablend is the way to go. my #1 makeup brand for tattoo coverup- and they have 12 shades. they accept shop pay, too!
Leg and Body Makeup | Body Foundation Makeup
i got this blush/lip tint in the shade cherry cola. absolutely in love with it. unbeatable price, long-lasting, and perfect for pomegranate makeup!!
Sheer For It Blush Tint for Cheeks and Lips