Advice

Acting advice from NYCastings. Advice on everything to do with Acting, Modeling, Theatre & Show business.

Unhappy Child Actor

Child actors, who often work long hours on set and maintain grueling schedules, are paying a heavy price for their success in the entertainment industry. While the bright lights of Hollywood may ...
The-Actors-Lexicon-Understanding-Acting-Terms-and-Phrases

Acting, like any other field of art, has its own unique terminology. If you’re looking to enter the world of acting or just curious to learn more about this creative ...
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 ...
Idina Menzel in Wicked. Photo by Jane Marcus.

Acting is an art that has captivated audiences for generations. Its power to evoke emotion and transport onlookers to another world is undoubtedly a skill admired by many, so it’s ...
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 ...
Stand-Up Comedy for Actors

Many stand-up comedians have become successful actors. This, of course, includes roles in comedies, but also includes dramas; great stand-up comedians like Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams went on to win Academy ...
Faye Dunaway as Joan Crawford in Mommie Dearest

The power of body language has been established and recognized in many aspects of life, especially in the field of acting. It’s a potent tool in communication and can express ...
Tips On Delivering A Great Audition

Casting directors are tasked with finding the right actors to bring a script to life and bring a vision to reality. A great audition can mean the difference between a ...
The Meisner Technique Explained

The Meisner Technique, also known as the “Meisner Approach,” is a method of acting developed by the American actor and teacher Sanford Meisner. It emphasizes the use of improvisation and ...
what is method acting

Method acting is a technique used by actors to help them fully embody the character they are playing. It involves using personal experiences and emotions to bring authenticity and depth ...
Tips for Picking a Monologue

Choosing a good monologue for an audition or reel is a daunting task. There’s so much out there, and so much of it doesn’t seem very good! The decision can also ...
5-Tips-for-Mastering-Method-Acting

For aspiring actors looking to take their craft to the next level, method acting is a powerful tool. It involves becoming fully immersed in a character in order to create ...
Running-a-Theater-Business

Running a theater business is an exciting but daunting task. It requires immense dedication and hard work to make sure the show is successful, especially if you have kids in ...
Youthful-Stardom-Pros-and-Cons

Youthful stardom can be a dream come true for some, but it also comes with its own set of challenges. From the outside looking in, it may seem glamorous and ...
Actress in front of the camera in an audition

Pamela’s approach to coaching is an Artistic-Holistic directive. As an Intuitive Acting Coach, Pamela uses metaphysical approaches when it comes to grounding, focusing, empowering actors. Fine tuning intuition and bringing ...
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 ...
Filming scenes out of sequence - NYCastings

If you’ve been cast in a film, you may find the shooting schedule to be a bit confusing when you first receive it. Maybe you’re filming your death scene first, ...
Jennifer-Babiak-of-Fiddler-on-the-Roof-Discusses-Her-Pre-Show-Rituals

Every actor has their own unique pre-show rituals that help them prepare for a performance. Whether it’s an intense warm up or just a few moments of meditation, these rituals ...
3-Keys-to-Building-Trust-and-Rapport-with-Kids-on-Set

Working with children on set can be both incredibly rewarding, and incredibly difficult. With so many people involved in the production, it’s important that actors are able to build trust ...
Harry Styles and Florence Pugh in Don't Worry Darling, directed by Olivia Wilde

Acting has been a staple of the entertainment industry for centuries and its influence on society cannot be denied. There has been an increasing concern that acting may be linked ...