The Power of Actor Training: Habits for Success
I. IntroductionThe world of acting is captivating, drawing many in with its mix of creativity and expression. While natural talent is vital, true success in acting demands more than just
Reignite Your Passion: Transformative Habits for Actors
Reignite Your Passion: Transformative Habits for Actors Acting is more than just a career—it’s a deeply personal journey filled with moments of joy, vulnerability, and sometimes, frustration. We’ve all been
Decluttering Can Do Wonders For the actor
One of my goals this summer is to declutter my entire life. That’s a tall order, isn’t it? I’ve always been a fan of decluttering. I actually did it professionally
Relaxation & the Actor (The Sunbathing Exercise)
Stanislavski, Meisner and Arthur Lessac all say relaxation is the key to great acting. Why is that? And what exactly do they mean? And most importantly HOW do you get
Unraveling Anxiety—For Good!
Anxiety can cripple the actor keeping us from doing our best with auditions, castings and productions. Watch this video to find two sure-fire ways of disarming your anxiety for good!
Getting Real With Motion Capture
I have to admit I’ve never been a huge fan of the Planet of the Apes franchise . . . so when my husband dragged me to see the new
Your Love (for Acting) is the Key
In class this week we got into a really great discussion about acting and how to really get yourself motivated. It all stems from love. Here’s the video, watch it
Acting Makes You Happy! (Mental Health and the Actor)
If you are reading this you are most likely and actor, and if you are an actor there is one thing that you must know. Actors HAVE to act. It’s
Becoming a Great Actor – Let Canelo Alvarez Show You How
Wait, Canelo Alverez? He’s a boxer, what does he know about acting? Is that what you’re thinking? Well, let me tell you what I learned about acting from watching his
Getting Your Acting Goals!
#TechniqueTuesdaySetting the Stage for Success: A Guide to Effective Goal Setting for Actors Welcome to 2024! It’s January and if you haven’t made your New Year’s Resolutions—there’s no time like
Shooting an audition on the 3rds
Filming Auditions on the “Thirds” Sometimes it’s great to break things up when you’re filming an audition and not stand smack in the center of frame. You can stand on
You are magical!
The holiday season is magical. Please remember at this time that you too are magical. As actors we are magicians, creating things that aren’t there, effecting people emotionally and moving
Surviving the Holidays Part 1
#TechniqueTuesday – Surviving the Holidays Part 1 – Mental Health & the Actor ’Tis the season! As we are still feeling the effects of the Halloween candy we now step
Julianne Moore – Quotes To Live By
One of my favorite actresses is the lovely and amazing Julianne Moore. And it’s not just that we share a first name. I started watching her years ago when she
Playing Monsters
Happy Halloween! It’s that spooky season. The perfect time to talk about playing monsters! So, let’s say you’ve been cast as the next Hannibal Lector, or snagged the role of