NYCastings - DirectSubmit » Interviews https://www.nycastings.com Casting Tools for Casting Directors and On-Camera Talent Tue, 18 Feb 2025 20:20:48 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=4.2.2 From VHS Dreams to Crafting Characters: Chris Greene’s Journey https://www.nycastings.com/from-vhs-dreams-to-crafting-characters-chris-greenes-journey/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=from-vhs-dreams-to-crafting-characters-chris-greenes-journey https://www.nycastings.com/from-vhs-dreams-to-crafting-characters-chris-greenes-journey/#comments Fri, 01 Nov 2024 19:05:54 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25708 For many actors, the spark of inspiration comes from a moment, a mentor, or even a movie. For Chris Greene, it began with stacks of VHS tapes and a dream to stand alongside the greats like Denzel Washington and Robert De Niro. What started as a fascination with storytelling transformed into a lifelong dedication to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/from-vhs-dreams-to-crafting-characters-chris-greenes-journey/feed/ 0 How to prepare for a casting, grow your social media and get an agent https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-casting-grow-your-social-media-and-get-an-agent/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-prepare-for-a-casting-grow-your-social-media-and-get-an-agent https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-casting-grow-your-social-media-and-get-an-agent/#comments Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:10:05 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25636 How to prepare for a casting, grow your social media and get an agent. Interview with Alex B: Influencer, Actor, Model and DJ. Hi Alex! Tell us a little more about yourself. My name is Alex and I’m a model and DJ from Paris currently working between New York and Los Angeles for six years […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-prepare-for-a-casting-grow-your-social-media-and-get-an-agent/feed/ 0 Versatility in Acting: Emily Swallow on Her Expansive Career https://www.nycastings.com/versatility-in-acting-emily-swallow-on-her-expansive-career/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=versatility-in-acting-emily-swallow-on-her-expansive-career https://www.nycastings.com/versatility-in-acting-emily-swallow-on-her-expansive-career/#comments Mon, 07 Oct 2024 16:35:20 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25585 Emily Swallow is known for her standout roles as The Armorer in The Mandalorian and Amara in Supernatural. With a career spanning television, film, and theater, she consistently brings depth, complexity, and a little bit of mystery to her characters. From Broadway to Sci-fi and fantasy, Swallow enchants viewers through her distinctive combination of power […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/versatility-in-acting-emily-swallow-on-her-expansive-career/feed/ 0 Casting Director Leah Mangum’s Storytelling Vision https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-leah-mangums-storytelling-vision/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=casting-director-leah-mangums-storytelling-vision https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-leah-mangums-storytelling-vision/#comments Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:14:30 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25578 Leah Mangum is more than just a casting director; she’s a passionate storyteller whose love for the craft shines through in every project she touches. Mangum approaches each idea with a vision. Let’s explore her journey and how her love for storytelling shapes every casting decision she makes. Leah Mangum’s insights are invaluable for those […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-leah-mangums-storytelling-vision/feed/ 0 Casting Director Rich Delia: From Emerging Talent to Blockbuster Casting https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-rich-delia-from-emerging-talent-to-blockbuster-casting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=casting-director-rich-delia-from-emerging-talent-to-blockbuster-casting https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-rich-delia-from-emerging-talent-to-blockbuster-casting/#comments Tue, 24 Sep 2024 19:54:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25564 Rich Delia is widely regarded as one of the most respected casting directors in the industry. Celebrated for his keen eye for talent and his expertise in casting both rising stars and seasoned actors in standout roles, Delia has been instrumental in shaping films like King Richard, Mortal Kombat 2, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-rich-delia-from-emerging-talent-to-blockbuster-casting/feed/ 0 Casting Director Julie Schubert on Making Choices https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-julie-schubert-on-making-choices/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=casting-director-julie-schubert-on-making-choices https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-julie-schubert-on-making-choices/#comments Thu, 12 Sep 2024 22:29:32 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25545 Julie Schubert, an Emmy Award-winning casting director known for her exceptional ability to recognize talent and pair actors with roles that bring characters to life, brings us great insight as to her casting process. With a remarkable eye for detail and a deep understanding of the craft, Schubert has cast for some of the most […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/casting-director-julie-schubert-on-making-choices/feed/ 0 Allison Estrin on the Art of Casting: Finding the Perfect Fit https://www.nycastings.com/allison-estrin-on-the-art-of-casting-finding-the-perfect-fit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=allison-estrin-on-the-art-of-casting-finding-the-perfect-fit https://www.nycastings.com/allison-estrin-on-the-art-of-casting-finding-the-perfect-fit/#comments Thu, 22 Aug 2024 18:45:06 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25504 Casting Director Allison Estrin. You’ve heard her name time and time again. You know her shows – Billions, Inventing Anna, The Other Two, Bupkis … Oh! Did I forget to mention that she was nominated for an Emmy Award and won the prestigious Artios Award for outstanding achievement in casting? As you know, few roles are as pivotal […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/allison-estrin-on-the-art-of-casting-finding-the-perfect-fit/feed/ 0 Inside the Mind of Tarek Ziad: Creativity, Challenges, and Career Growth https://www.nycastings.com/inside-the-mind-of-tarek-ziad-creativity-challenges-and-career-growth/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=inside-the-mind-of-tarek-ziad-creativity-challenges-and-career-growth https://www.nycastings.com/inside-the-mind-of-tarek-ziad-creativity-challenges-and-career-growth/#comments Tue, 13 Aug 2024 20:26:45 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25487 We had the pleasure of chatting with the incredibly talented Tarek Ziad, a rising star whose work has been making waves across the industry. With a unique blend of creativity and passion, Tarek has quickly carved out a niche for himself in the acting and comedy circuit. A Yale graduate, Tarek had to fend for […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/inside-the-mind-of-tarek-ziad-creativity-challenges-and-career-growth/feed/ 0 An Exclusive Insight into Sofia Dobrushin’s Artistic World https://www.nycastings.com/an-exclusive-insight-into-sofia-dobrushins-artistic-world/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=an-exclusive-insight-into-sofia-dobrushins-artistic-world https://www.nycastings.com/an-exclusive-insight-into-sofia-dobrushins-artistic-world/#comments Mon, 12 Aug 2024 19:00:27 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25474 In this exclusive DirectSubmit NYCastings interview, Sofia Dobrushin opens up about her journey, from her early inspirations to her latest projects and classes. She shares insights into the creative processes that drive her, the challenges she faces as a modern artist, and the passion that fuels her work. Dobrushin can currently be seen in the […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/an-exclusive-insight-into-sofia-dobrushins-artistic-world/feed/ 0 A Sit-Down with Stand-Up Comedian Joey Dardano https://www.nycastings.com/a-sit-down-with-stand-up-comedian-joey-dardano/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-sit-down-with-stand-up-comedian-joey-dardano https://www.nycastings.com/a-sit-down-with-stand-up-comedian-joey-dardano/#comments Fri, 09 Aug 2024 20:01:40 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25457 Joey Dardano is going on tour! Don’t worry – I never heard of him either. Seriously though, this guy was funny enough to be chosen to be on Nick Cannon’s Wild ‘N Out, so he’s worthy of a decent look. Whether he’s riffing on life’s little absurdities or turning his own quirks into laugh-out-loud stories, […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-sit-down-with-stand-up-comedian-joey-dardano/feed/ 0 Inside Pixar: The Magic of Voice Casting with Kate Hansen-Birnbaum https://www.nycastings.com/inside-pixar-the-magic-of-voice-casting-with-kate-hansen-birnbaum/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=inside-pixar-the-magic-of-voice-casting-with-kate-hansen-birnbaum https://www.nycastings.com/inside-pixar-the-magic-of-voice-casting-with-kate-hansen-birnbaum/#comments Wed, 07 Aug 2024 17:33:49 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25440 In the realm of animated storytelling, the magic often lies in the voices that bring beloved characters to life. Behind this magic at Pixar Animation Studios is none other than Kate Hansen-Birnbaum, a name synonymous with excellence in voice casting. With a career spanning over many years, Kate has played a pivotal role in casting […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/inside-pixar-the-magic-of-voice-casting-with-kate-hansen-birnbaum/feed/ 0 Exclusive Interview with Jillian Reeves of Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-jillian-reeves-of-sound-of-hope-the-story-of-possum-trot/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exclusive-interview-with-jillian-reeves-of-sound-of-hope-the-story-of-possum-trot https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-jillian-reeves-of-sound-of-hope-the-story-of-possum-trot/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 20:42:20 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25422 Jillian Reeves is a multi-faceted talent who writes, produces, and directs. And now she’s a part of the controversial film Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot. We had the pleasure of interviewing Reeves and got to really dig into her acting process. Reeves directed, wrote, produced, and starred in the short film Broken, which explores the topic of […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-jillian-reeves-of-sound-of-hope-the-story-of-possum-trot/feed/ 0 Exclusive Interview with Sistas’ Actor Branden Wellington https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-sistas-actor-branden-wellington/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exclusive-interview-with-sistas-actor-branden-wellington https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-sistas-actor-branden-wellington/#comments Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:36:04 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25401 We had the distinct pleasure of talking with Sistas’ actor, Branden Wellington. Known for his dynamic performances and captivating presence on screen, especially in Netlix’s Orange is the New Black, Branden has made a significant impact in the entertainment industry. From his early beginnings to his breakout roles, Branden’s journey is a testament to his […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-sistas-actor-branden-wellington/feed/ 0 Exclusive Interview with Ashley Dulaney of Lifetime’s Sister Wife Murder https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-ashley-dulaney-of-lifetimes-sister-wife-murder/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exclusive-interview-with-ashley-dulaney-of-lifetimes-sister-wife-murder https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-ashley-dulaney-of-lifetimes-sister-wife-murder/#comments Wed, 10 Jul 2024 18:03:18 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25371 Hello, Ashley Dulaney! She stars as Margo in Lifetime’s Sister Wife Murder which premieres on July 13. Readers, here’s a quick plot description since we go into detail about the movie: Sister Wife Murder centers on Chloe (Dia Nash), who attends church for the first time and is immediately drawn to the pastor, Caleb (Matthew Daddario). She falls in […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-ashley-dulaney-of-lifetimes-sister-wife-murder/feed/ 0 Michelle Danner: A Lifetime of Acting, Teaching, and Storytelling https://www.nycastings.com/michelle-danner-a-lifetime-of-acting-teaching-and-storytelling/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=michelle-danner-a-lifetime-of-acting-teaching-and-storytelling https://www.nycastings.com/michelle-danner-a-lifetime-of-acting-teaching-and-storytelling/#comments Fri, 10 May 2024 20:00:08 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25252 Michelle Danner stands out in a league of her own, boasting a multifaceted career as a performer, teacher, storyteller, entrepreneur, and expert. As the legendary acting teacher and founder of the Creative Center for the Arts and the Los Angeles Acting Conservatory, Danner has also made her mark as a successful film director. Her recent […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/michelle-danner-a-lifetime-of-acting-teaching-and-storytelling/feed/ 0 The Transformation of Neb Chupin: An Insider’s Look at His Rise in Hollywood https://www.nycastings.com/the-transformation-of-neb-chupin-an-insiders-look-at-his-rise-in-hollywood/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-transformation-of-neb-chupin-an-insiders-look-at-his-rise-in-hollywood https://www.nycastings.com/the-transformation-of-neb-chupin-an-insiders-look-at-his-rise-in-hollywood/#comments Mon, 02 Oct 2023 17:35:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24657 Croatian-born Neb Chupin, an esteemed actor and producer, starred in Til Death Do Us Part, now streaming. A mechanical engineer by training, Neb transitioned from a successful engineering career at companies like MIT Plasma Fusion Center and Nextel to pursue his passion for acting and modeling in Miami. He honed his acting skills at CP Casting […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-transformation-of-neb-chupin-an-insiders-look-at-his-rise-in-hollywood/feed/ 0 Exclusive Interview with Zurin Villanueva Starring as Tina Turner in TINA: The Tina Turner Musical https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-zurin-villanueva-starring-as-tina-turner-in-tina-the-tina-turner-musical/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exclusive-interview-with-zurin-villanueva-starring-as-tina-turner-in-tina-the-tina-turner-musical https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-zurin-villanueva-starring-as-tina-turner-in-tina-the-tina-turner-musical/#comments Fri, 25 Aug 2023 23:50:26 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24596 NOTE: This interview was conducted prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. True New Yorker actress, Zurin Villanueva, plays Tina Turner in TINA: The Tina Turner Musical. But it wasn’t all cupcakes and butterflies that got Zurin to this level of her career – it was hard work – school, crazy hour auditions. Persistence paid off! You’ll […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/exclusive-interview-with-zurin-villanueva-starring-as-tina-turner-in-tina-the-tina-turner-musical/feed/ 0 Living Authentically — Michael D. Cohen on Advocacy, Identity, and Acting https://www.nycastings.com/living-authentically-michael-d-cohen-on-advocacy-identity-and-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=living-authentically-michael-d-cohen-on-advocacy-identity-and-acting https://www.nycastings.com/living-authentically-michael-d-cohen-on-advocacy-identity-and-acting/#comments Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:46:35 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24528 This interview with Michael D. Cohen was conducted prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike. Meet Michael D. Cohen, actor and passionate LGBTQ+ advocate, best known for his captivating portrayal of Schwoz in Nickelodeon’s beloved series Henry Danger and its successful spinoff Danger Force. Beyond his on-screen accomplishments, Michael is the driving force behind the Michael D. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/living-authentically-michael-d-cohen-on-advocacy-identity-and-acting/feed/ 0 Surviving and Thriving: An Exclusive Interview with Anissa Felix, Star of Netflix’s Survival of the Thickest https://www.nycastings.com/surviving-and-thriving-an-exclusive-interview-with-anissa-felix-star-of-netflixs-survival-of-the-thickest/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=surviving-and-thriving-an-exclusive-interview-with-anissa-felix-star-of-netflixs-survival-of-the-thickest https://www.nycastings.com/surviving-and-thriving-an-exclusive-interview-with-anissa-felix-star-of-netflixs-survival-of-the-thickest/#comments Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:50:04 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24450 Anissa Felix, who you can catch on Netflix’s Survival of the Thickest, gave us an in-depth look at how her professional life has impacted her personal life. You’ll also find valuable advice as to how she approaches auditions, characters and a strong work ethic. Beyond her artistic pursuits, Anissa Felix has also become an influential […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/surviving-and-thriving-an-exclusive-interview-with-anissa-felix-star-of-netflixs-survival-of-the-thickest/feed/ 0 Building Stars from the Ground Up – James Price’s Pioneering Methodology at The Acting Studio – New York https://www.nycastings.com/building-stars-from-the-ground-up-james-prices-pioneering-methodology-at-the-acting-studio-new-york/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=building-stars-from-the-ground-up-james-prices-pioneering-methodology-at-the-acting-studio-new-york https://www.nycastings.com/building-stars-from-the-ground-up-james-prices-pioneering-methodology-at-the-acting-studio-new-york/#comments Thu, 22 Jun 2023 17:37:29 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24398 In the realm of theater and the performing arts, the names of iconic actors shine brightly, leaving an indelible mark on the stage and screen. Behind the scenes, however, lie the visionary individuals who shape and nurture these stars, enabling their talents to flourish. One such luminary is James Price, the founding Director of The […]

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