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Activities for Every Day in September 2023


August 31, 2023

September is a super busy month. It’s as if the calendar forgot that it’s time to wind down from summer. Welcome back to your actor activities roundup, where we offer a blend of relaxation, reinvigoration and reflection for each day of the month. Join in the fun with these 30 carefully curated activities that will get your blood pumping.

Advice & Inspiration:

1. The SAG-AFTRA and WGA strikes are still in full force. A-listers such as Kevin Bacon, Susan Sarandon, Christian Slater and Olivia Wilde were seen on the picket lines. If you’re interested in getting on the line, visit the SAG-AFTRA Picket Schedule & Locations.

2. Actors who wish to promote their projects during the upcoming fall film festivals have been granted permission by SAG-AFTRA, as long as the project has obtained an Interim Agreement from the union. Events include the Telluride Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival and Venice International Film Festival. Read more about the Interim Agreements.

3. Build Resilience. Once the strike is over, there’s going to be a flood of auditions in hopes of creating “catch-up” content. This may even result in more than expected cattle calls. With the influx of actors who will attend these auditions, your chances of landing a job can become more difficult. But as we know, rejections are common in the acting world. Learn not to take them personally and use them as motivation to work harder and grow.

4. Practice monologues, read scripts, or perform with friends or in community theater. Keep your skills sharp. Don’t pigeonhole yourself into one type of role or character. The more versatile you are, the more opportunities you’ll have.

5. Want audition tips from greats such as Seth Rogen, Cate Blanchett, Christina Ricci, Rhea Seehorn and more? Check out this SAG-AFTRA Foundation video. It’ll certainly help you get inspired!

6. We make fun of receiving a 2-cent residual check, but when you’re not working, those continuous 2 cents can start to make your piggy bank heavier. Keep track of your acting funds with the Actor’s Residual Log Book.

7. Avoid Gossip and Drama: The acting community can be close-knit. Stay away from unnecessary drama or gossip which can harm relationships and your reputation.

8. Stay Curious: Always have the hunger to learn, not just about acting, but about the world, cultures, history and sciences. Broadening your knowledge can add depth to your performance.

9. The Big Book of Improv Games has pages upon pages of performance-based games that are sure to keep you occupied. There are Scene Games, Quirky Games, Singing Games and games that you never knew existed!

10. This month’s social media spotlight goes to Khaby Lame. Learn how to cut potatoes and wonder why you just spent the past hour watching his TikTok videos.

What to watch:

11. You Are So Not Invited To My Bat Mitzvah (comedy-drama) starring Adam Sandler, his two daughters Sunny Sandler and Sadie Sandler, Idina Menzel and Sarah Silverman. Just the names alone are enough reasons to kick off your shoes and dance the night away. RSVP at Netflix. Out now.

12. The Nun II (horror thriller) is part of The Conjuring universe. Watch the trailer right before bed and mark your calendar to go to the theater on September 8.

13. The Other Black Girl (thriller series) drops via Hulu on September 13. Nella, an editorial assistant, is tired of being the only Black girl at her company, so she’s excited when Hazel is hired; but as Hazel’s star begins to rise, Nella spirals out and discovers something sinister is going on at the company. Based on the New York Times bestseller by Zakiya Dalila Harris.

14. The Morning Show Season 3 (drama) stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon. Coming September 13 to Apple TV+. The Emmy-winning hit examines the characters and culture behind a network broadcast morning news program.

15. Dumb Money (caution: trailer contains language not suitable for all ages, biographical comedy-drama) is the highly anticipated film based on Wall Street’s GameStop saga. Starring Pete Davidson, Vincent D’Onofrio, America Ferrera, Nick Offerman, Anthony Ramos, Sebastian Stan, Shailene Woodley and Seth Rogen. Coming exclusively to theaters on September 15.

16. How She Caught a Killer (mystery) makes its debut via Lifetime on September 16. Starring Sarah Drew, Eric Keenleyside and Jamall Johnson.

17. Young Love (animation) comes to MAX on Sept 21. An honest look into the world of an African American young family of millennial parents, as they juggle their careers, marriage, parenthood, social issues and multi-generational dynamics striving for a better life.

18. The Expend4bles (action) starring Jason Statham, 50 Cent, Megan Fox and Dolph Lundgren is slated to be released in theaters on September 22. It’s the fourth installment in The Expendables film series. Replacing letters with numbers? So 2010!

19. Cassandro (biopic) hits Amazon Prime on Sept 22. This film has already received high praise from critics since its premiere at Sundance earlier this year, but you don’t have to rush out to theaters to watch it when it comes out on Sept. 15, since it comes to Prime Video a week later. Gael García Bernal stars in this feel-good biopic as Saúl Armendáriz, known to fans of Mexican wrestling as Cassandro, the flamboyant “Liberace of Lucha Libre.” It charts the openly gay wrestler’s rise to fame as he embraces his true identity in the macho sport.

20. Saw X (horror) of the Saw Franchise drops in theaters just in time for the upcoming Halloween month. The torture traps this time include forcing a man to perform his own brain surgery. Starring Tobin Bell. Jigsaw is back on September 29.

Wellness Activities:

21. Bicycling: September typically marks the beginning of autumn in the Northern Hemisphere and the start of spring in the Southern Hemisphere. Enjoy the changing foliage and the crisp air on a bike ride.

22. Harvest Workouts: Participate in apple picking, pumpkin hauling, or even raking leaves. It’s a workout and you get to enjoy the fruits (sometimes literally) of your labor!

23. Yoga: With its combination of physical postures, breathing exercises and meditation, yoga is a holistic wellness activity. Many studios offer outdoor classes in September to take advantage of the milder weather. If you’re new to yoga, consider joining a beginner’s class to get started.

24. DIY Spa Day: As the weather starts to cool, pamper yourself with a DIY spa day at home. This can include a warm bath with autumn-scented essential oils like cinnamon or clove, a moisturizing face mask and self-massage. It’s a great way to relax and take care of your skin as it adjusts to the changing weather.

25. Discover New Words with the Single Syllable Word Search! Word search puzzles can enhance cognitive functions such as language, problem-solving, visual search, general knowledge and attention. Perfect for when you have a short break.

26. Crafting and DIY Projects: Engage in hands-on crafting projects like making autumn wreaths, knitting, or even preparing homemade candles. Crafting can be meditative, allowing your mind to focus on the task at hand, reducing anxiety and fostering a sense of accomplishment.

Live / Virtual Events:

27. Labor Day (U.S.): Celebrated on the first Monday of September, it honors and recognizes the American labor movement and the contributions of laborers to the development and achievements of the country. Sept 4. If you’re looking to do something Labor Day Weekend in California, check out Big Bear Lake. Things to do include Glow Golf, Music in the Mountains, Cool Run Car Show, Wild Bird Walk, Quilt Show and a Street Fair.

28. The 18th Annual Martha’s Vineyard International Film Festival runs from Sept 5 – Sept 10 at the Martha Vineyard Film Center at 79 Beach Rd, Vineyard Haven, MA 02568.

29. New York Fashion Week is Sept 7 – Sept 13. View the official schedule and start planning!

30. Imagine Music Festival is an EDM camping festival that takes place on Sept 14 – Sept 17, 2023 in Kingston Downs, Georgia. The lineup includes Big Gigantic, Chris Lake, Dab the Sky, Dillon Francis, Dom Dilla, Sofi Tukker, Shaquille O’Neal’s DJ alter-ego DJ Diesel and more.

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Ilana Rapp is a media-savvy Generation Xer with instinctive wit, quick humor and a taste for deep human emotions. As a former (child) actress with Broadway, film and television credits, she is adept at, well, lots of things.



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