Acting tips

10 Books On Acting Every Actor Should Read

Embarking on a journey in the acting world is a unique adventure that requires not just raw talent but also a deep understanding of the craft. Books on acting serve as invaluable resources, offering guidance, techniques, and insights from seasoned ...
Mastering the Gaze - How Eye Contact Elevates Film Acting - Iconic Scenes Explored

Eye contact is a powerful tool in the realm of film acting, serving as a silent yet profound way to convey a character’s emotions, intentions, and relationships. Here’s an advice article on the importance of eye contact in film acting ...
Mastering Virtual and In-Person Auditions - Auditioning in the New Era

The auditioning landscape has undergone a dramatic shift in recent years, particularly with the advent of virtual technology. Today’s actors are often required to navigate between the traditional in-person auditions and the increasingly prevalent virtual audition format. This hybrid environment demands ...
10 Tips on Mastering Relationships with Directors and Crew

Acting isn’t just about delivering lines in front of a camera or captivating an audience on stage; it’s about forging effective working relationships with a wide array of professionals, ranging from directors to the behind the scenes crew. We’re going ...
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Acting is a complex and multi-faceted craft, requiring both imagination and technique. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced actor, there are certain tips and tricks to help you achieve a great acting performance. Overall, the steps when preparing for ...
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Should an actor judge their character? This question could be taken in multiple ways: – Should an actor judge the character they’re playing? – Should an actor judge their own character as a real life person? – Does a character ...

You land your first big role and now the pressure to be a convincing actor is high priority. But honestly, the pressure should be on from the moment you decided to become an actor, right? Even if you’re a background ...
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Reinventing the term “Casting Couch” – Skype now brings auditions directly to your living room! That’s right! The free online service that lets you video chat with your friends across countries is now being used by entertainment casting companies. The ...
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Have you ever been to an audition or a job and you walk out not sure what just happened? Or something just doesn’t feel right? Here are five tips on how to avoid that awful feeling: 1. Always read and re-read ...
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Jason George and Chandra Wilson in Grey’s Anatomy Photo by Mitch Haaseth / ABC Jason George has been in show business since the late 1990’s. This explains why he’s such a seasoned actor. But even with a resume taller than ...
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Performing Acting Monologues can be nerve ­wracking. For a time span of 1-­3 minutes it’s all eyes on you. You need to create the character, the scene, and the circumstance all without the help of another actor. And, oftentimes, if you’re performing ...
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“If you think you don’t need a refresher acting class, you’re dead wrong.” I was torn between titles for this article, so I decided to stick with my original thought which was “If I Can Tell You’re Acting, Then You’re ...
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Victoria Cartagena made such an impact during the interview that I was totally thrown off guard. – ILANA Let’s talk about Victoria Cartagena, aka Vicki, who plays Detective Renee Montoya on FOX’s Gotham. When an actor takes a huge chunk ...
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Somewhere in the world, at this very moment, there is most likely an actress ascending above a theatre by way of bubble.Wicked has made a multitude of Glindas soar since the musical’s premiere over 12 years ago.  It’s only natural since ...
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Ready to make 2014 a game changing year for your acting career? Well then check out this truth packed advice from the cast and director of COLD IN JULY, which premiered at Sundance 2014. COLD IN JULY tells the story ...
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Powerful acting hooks your attention to a scene. Vulnerable acting lures your heart in. Yet powerfully vulnerable acting can make you react without warning – evoking laughter, tears, sighs, and gasps at each breathtaking moment. That’s how I felt while ...
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Hit the road actors! And don’t you worry about a thing, a thing, a thing, a thing. Because these 10 tips will help you prepare for all types of on-location gigs. First up… INSIGHT FROM ACTOR SUSAN SLOTOROFF – WHO ...
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All kinds of people — scary, grieving, naive, curious people — have once again invaded New York City for The Tribeca Film Festival. Which means it is the ideal time to chat about characters; the art of building real and ...
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It starts with a spark… a single acting gig that packs enough heat to ignite an entire career. In one instant, a child actor can go from unknown to exploding on the scene in commercials, films and print. Indeed, it’s ...
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For part two of our Top Ten Tips from NYCastings Top Booker – Lauren Francesca – we delve into the importance of marketing and networking. When it comes to marketing yourself, Lauren believes it comes down to common sense. “One ...