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The Actor and The Actress: Episode 3
Giovanna has been in Paris shooting new scenes for a film she’s starring in called “Fatal.” Hugh has been working on his play and is currently at home rehearsing a scene for acting class with a new student named Sissy. Sissy’s looks are reminiscent of Kim Basinger...
read moreThe Actor and The Actress: Episode 2
When we last saw Giovanna and Hugh, they were just starting rehearsal in their living room working on a scene from a play that Hugh had written. They were preparing to do it in acting class the following night. They were arguing about the way Hugh was playing his...
read moreBecome an Actor in Demand
The flow of students through my acting classes over the years has proven to be a mixture of those who are talented, focused, and unwavering in their desire to succeed, those who are talented but not focused and all over the map in their personal and professional...
read moreClasses For Actors: Observing The Details In Auditions
When you’re auditioning, it’s important for actors to follow the script regarding details given to you about the scene, where it takes place and the emotional state of the character. That seems simple enough, but often an actor skips some important details, such as:...
read moreThe 24 Characteristics Of A Genius: Part 2
We’re going to move on to the next characteristic with #8. Enthusiasm: Geniuses are so excited about what they are doing, it encourages others to cooperate with them. Really believe things will turn out well. Don’t hold back. So, what happens to the skeptic? The guy...
read moreThe 24 Characteristics Of A Genius: Part 1
Who do you consider to be a genius? Picasso, Rembrandt, Chopin, Mozart, Shakespeare? They all possessed the drive and courage necessary to express their talent in remarkable ways. What about Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, Meryl Streep, Al Pacino, Michael Jackson? All...
read moreClasses For Actors: Being A Threat To The Competition
Okay, so I’m seeing a lot of energy and a lot of enthusiasm for your work in the scenes you’re doing in acting class and that is really wonderful. Tonight, I want to look at a new area and talk to you about being dangerous to the competition. If you really have a...
read moreCoaching for Actors: Are You Ready for Your Close-Up?
With the announcement of the 2014 Tony Award nominations, I’m reminded of the talent, skill, and artistry demanded of a Broadway actor. Not only does he have to be brilliant in his work, he has to know how to play effectively, truthfully, and authentically in a...
read moreTraining for Actors: Discovering Your Character’s Viewpoint
We’re going to continue our discussion with discovering your character’s viewpoint because I want to break this down more than what’s on the prep sheet, okay? So, you’ve got 15 steps that you follow on the prep sheet. It’s important for you to be very certain of your...
read moreTraining For Actors: The Importance Of Finding The Character’s Viewpoint
We’ve been studying the 15-step scene preparation and I want to continue to break this down for you. As a student who’s in acting class or doing private coaching, I want you to have these tools available to you when you’re auditioning or working on set. So, tonight...
read moreTraining for Actors: Breaking Automaticity in the Audition
I want to talk to you about “automaticity,” and going on automatic during auditions. Sometimes we feel protected if we think we know what we’re doing and we can do it consistently in the same way. We feel protected from making a mistake or being caught off guard. And...
read moreTraining for Actors: The Secret To A Great Audition
What’s the secret to a great audition? Casting Director Bernard Telsey answered the question this way: “When somebody comes in and takes you to an emotional place that the material is demanding, but that you wouldn’t have thought of. What that involves: being...
read moreHiring an Acting Coach
If you’re serious about acting there is a good chance that you need a professional acting coach to get you to the next level. Whether it’s an acting coach in a classroom environment or a private acting coach. Lynette McNeill is an acting coach that has taught several...
read moreActing Schools
Acting Schools Acting Schools- There are various things that are covered in acting schools. One of the biggest tools you will learn to use in acting schools is how to use your voice the proper way. In acting schools it is important to learn how to train your voice...
read moreYou Have the Power to Create the Kind of Career You Want to Have
No matter who you are, you have the power to create the kind of career you want to have. What if you were provided with the exact knowledge and tools that have proven to create lasting results for former students such as Adam Sandler, Ellen DeGeneres, Jason Lee,...
read moreWhy Your Emotional History is Important as an Actor
An area in an actor’s work that is often neglected is emotional history. With history comes emotion, and it shows up in what the character says and does. For instance, a person can have history with relationships, situations, or jobs. The more history, the more...
read moreTaking the Seriousness Out of Acting
May 17, 2013 Sustaining A Career Through The Ups and Downs As in any art form, there are triumphs and there are disappointments. They can occur at any point in a career, whether you’re just starting out or an established actor. The trick is to keep creating and...
read moreSustaining a Career Through the Ups and Downs
As in any art form, there are triumphs and there are disappointments. They can occur at any point in a career, whether you’re just starting out or an established actor. The trick is to keep creating and pushing forward through the low points and not allow yourself to...
read moreTurn Dreaming Into Doing
You want your dream of working in film and television as an actor to be a reality, but are you taking the steps necessary to make that happen? Are you “dreaming” or are you “doing?” Robert De Niro said, “Time goes on. So whatever you’re going to do, do it. Do it now....
read moreCareers
Other services also include private coaching as well as career consultation. At the studio we also bring in special guest speakers - Academy Award winning directors and producers in addition to offering our own in house Casting Director workshops. At the acting studio...
read morePhilosophy
My philosophy as a teacher is that actors learn by doing so every actor works every class in exercises that are tailor made to his or her needs to expand his or her range with character and emotion. When we move into scene study in our acting schools, the focus is on...
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