Body Language

NYCastings-The-Power-of-Observation-The-Key-To-Authentic-Acting

Acting goes beyond simply reciting lines and performing; it requires exploring the inner complexities of the characters. An aspect of this exploration is astute observation, enabling actors to infuse their portrayals with authentic emotion and depth. Observation is indispensable for ...
DirectSubmit - Silent Film Acting in the Digital Age

In a world inundated with cutting-edge technology, where dialogue and sound effects shape the cinematic experience, there’s a rare art form that harkens back to an era when silence spoke louder than words. Silent films, those magnificent creations produced without ...
NYCastings-Mastering-Monologues-for-Teens

The art of delivering an impressive monologue is a skill often neglected, especially amongst teenagers. Yet, in a world increasingly valuing effective communication, this talent is more essential than ever. Acting auditions, speech competitions, presentations – these all require a ...
7-Tips-for-Building-Tension-and-Resolving-Conflicts-in-Character-Relationships

Building tension and resolving conflicts in a character’s relationship is a key aspect of performing in romantic comedies. These elements add depth and realism to the characters and the story, making the audience more invested in the outcome of their ...
10-Proven-Tips-and-Tricks-for-Delivering-a-Great-Acting-Performance

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 ...
Cloris Leachman, Marty Feldman, Teri Garr, Gene Wilder in Young Frankenstein

This article delves deeper into body language, particularly, the negative kind. It’s a follow-up to our previous article Too Much Body Language can Destroy Your Performance. Be sure to check it out if you missed it because there are some great ...
Lucille Ball in I Love Lucy

Capturing the audience’s attention is a challenge all actors face. Whether it’s delivering a monologue, performing a scene, or even telling an anecdote on stage, the actor must be able to keep the attention of their audience. A captivating performance ...
NYCastings-BodyMovment

“Fie, fie upon her! There’s language in her eye, her cheek, her lip,  Nay, her foot speaks; her wanton spirits look out  At every joint and motive of her body.” — William Shakespeare There is of course no one who ...
Body Language

The term body language is one that gets thrown around a lot in the context of acting. And while we all probably have a pretty good general idea of what the phrase means, perhaps it’s a good idea to take ...