Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

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Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/5/18 at 7:26pm

Hey everybody! I'm trying to get a general opinion here of whether or not it would be a good idea to go around to a bunch of stage doors of shows I've seen in the past few months and ask actors to sign my graduation cap? I've had a rough time this year emotionally and seeing so many Broadway shows has helped keep me on track to finishing college. But would this seem rude to do? Would a lot of the actors say no or think I was some autograph hound?

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/5/18 at 7:32pm

p*uck no. Go ahead. If they sign it, you scored. Doesn’t hurt anyone and it’ll make you feel better. If they refuse, then they refuse. Onto the next stage door. You owe no one an explanation and it’s no one’s business if they consider it rude. Good luck!

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:05am

If you still have your Playbills you could bring each show's with you, just so it's obvious you actually saw the show and weren't just crashing for autographs. I would hope most actors would smile and sign, it's a clever idea in my opinion :) Good luck!

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:12am

Just a suggestion, bring a metallic sharpie so the signature shows up! Silver looks nice on blues, purples, and blacks, while gold looks good on whites, reds, and greens. I'd love to see the result!

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:20am

I'm not even a stage door/signature type person, and I think it's a sweet idea.

If we're not having fun, then why are we doing it? These are DISCUSSION boards, not mutual admiration boards. Discussion only occurs when we are willing to hear what others are thinking, regardless of whether it is alignment to our own thoughts.

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:22am

I think if you told them what you just told us, most would be happy to sign. I think it’s an awesome idea. Sounds like you are doing better. If so, I’m
Happy for you!

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:56am

Agree with Miles and Dame. Go for it!!

I think it is a cool idea! And congrats on your graduating!

Just give the world Love. - S. Wonder

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 9:49am

Such a cute idea. If it’s not going too crazy, maybe divide your cap into sections for each show (like the gypsy robe does) and put something small that represents the show, so the signatures are grouped by show.

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 10:07am

dramamama611 said: "I'm not even a stage door/signature type person, and I think it's a sweet idea."

Me too. Not just that, but I never bothered to decorate any of my graduation caps, either.

But this is a great idea. Good luck!

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Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 12:57pm

greenifyme2 said: "Such a cute idea. If it’s not going too crazy, maybe divide your cap into sections for each show (like the gypsy robe does) and put something small that represents the show, so the signatures are grouped by show."

This is a super-sweet idea! Like the other commenters in this thread, I think most actors would love hearing the story and knowing they made a difference in your college career.

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Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:19pm

Would you care to mention some of the shows in question?

"Noel [Coward] and I were in Paris once. Adjoining rooms, of course. One night, I felt mischievous, so I knocked on Noel's door, and he asked, 'Who is it?' I lowered my voice and said 'Hotel detective. Have you got a gentleman in your room?' He answered, 'Just a minute, I'll ask him.'" (Beatrice Lillie)

#12

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 1:39pm

For what it’s worth, after TBV Tony Shaloub signed my mother-in-law’s Schmackery’s cookie tin. So I’m sure many performers would be willing to sign your cap, particularly when you explain your rationale.

Oh, and congratulations!

#13

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 5:32pm

Thanks for the support everyone! For those curious I'm planning on taking my cap to SpongeBob, Angels in America, Anastasia, and Boys in the Band (which I'm seeing on Tuesday).

#14

Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 5:48pm

I normally think it's bad form to stage door a show you weren't at that performance of but if I saw someone doing this I'd try to get them to the front. Love the idea.

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Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 6:09pm

I love this, and I think you should share your story when you do. Congrats!!

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Good Idea/Bad Idea? Asking actors to sign my Graduation cap.

Posted: 5/6/18 at 7:25pm

It wouldn't seem rude and most Broadway actors would probably gladly do it. Just maybe not Nathan Lane lol.

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