NYCastings - DirectSubmit » acting classes 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 How to Steal the Hearts of Your Audience https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-steal-the-hearts-of-your-audience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-to-steal-the-hearts-of-your-audience https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-steal-the-hearts-of-your-audience/#comments Thu, 06 Jun 2024 19:23:43 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25331 Stealing the hearts of your audience is an art that requires a blend of skill, empathy, and authenticity. Being an actor isn’t just about going through the motions; it’s about captivating your audience and forging a lasting emotional bond that resonates even after the show is over. Here is a roadmap to assist you in […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-to-steal-the-hearts-of-your-audience/feed/ 0 Beyond the Big City: Finding Talent Representation in Smaller Markets https://www.nycastings.com/beyond-the-big-city-finding-talent-representation-in-smaller-markets/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=beyond-the-big-city-finding-talent-representation-in-smaller-markets https://www.nycastings.com/beyond-the-big-city-finding-talent-representation-in-smaller-markets/#comments Wed, 22 May 2024 18:50:51 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25321 Major hubs like Los Angeles and New York are considered top choices for aspiring actors. They offer a wealth of opportunities in various entertainment fields such as film, television, theater, and commercials. However, not every actor is based in these metropolitan areas. Many individuals in smaller markets wonder how they can achieve their career aspirations […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/beyond-the-big-city-finding-talent-representation-in-smaller-markets/feed/ 0 Acting Essentials: Selecting the Perfect Acting Class to Elevate Your Craft https://www.nycastings.com/acting-essentials-selecting-the-perfect-acting-class-to-elevate-your-craft/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=acting-essentials-selecting-the-perfect-acting-class-to-elevate-your-craft https://www.nycastings.com/acting-essentials-selecting-the-perfect-acting-class-to-elevate-your-craft/#comments Sat, 09 Mar 2024 20:32:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25136 Embarking on an acting career or seeking to hone your craft requires more than just talent and determination. One of the most critical steps in an actor’s journey is finding the right acting class that aligns with their aspirations, skill level, and career goals. The appropriate class can not only refine your techniques but also […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/acting-essentials-selecting-the-perfect-acting-class-to-elevate-your-craft/feed/ 0 Nurturing the Spotlight: Advice for Aspiring Child Actors https://www.nycastings.com/nurturing-the-spotlight-advice-for-aspiring-child-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nurturing-the-spotlight-advice-for-aspiring-child-actors https://www.nycastings.com/nurturing-the-spotlight-advice-for-aspiring-child-actors/#comments Wed, 17 May 2023 16:57:36 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24255 Brimming with talent and ambition, young actors often embark on a remarkable journey into the captivating world of acting. For aspiring child actors, the path can be both thrilling and demanding, requiring dedication, perseverance and guidance. To support these budding performers, it’s important to equip them with the right advice that nurtures their potential and […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/nurturing-the-spotlight-advice-for-aspiring-child-actors/feed/ 0 9 Tips on How to Break into Dramatic Roles https://www.nycastings.com/9-tips-on-how-to-break-into-dramatic-roles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=9-tips-on-how-to-break-into-dramatic-roles https://www.nycastings.com/9-tips-on-how-to-break-into-dramatic-roles/#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2023 22:15:18 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23764 Breaking into dramatic roles as an actor can be a challenging, yet rewarding experience. These types of roles demand a high level of emotional depth, vulnerability and intensity, not to mention that the competition for these roles can be fierce. Whether you’re a seasoned actor looking to take your career to the next level or […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/9-tips-on-how-to-break-into-dramatic-roles/feed/ 0 The Child Actor’s Guide to Financial Responsibility: Managing Bills and Expenses https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:11:47 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23729 This is show business, and just like any business, there are bills, expenses and financial responsibilities. From paying taxes to purchasing insurance, child actors have to plan ahead and be financially responsible in order to manage their earnings. Understanding what bills need to be paid is essential for these young performers. I’m sure the last […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-child-actors-guide-to-financial-responsibility-managing-bills-and-expenses/feed/ 0 A Guide For Parents Of Child Actors: Part III https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:10:35 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23725 Over the past couple of weeks, we gave you the Introduction Guide for Parents of Child Actors Part I and Part II. Now we bring you the concluding part of this series, which discusses how to cultivate a healthy mindset and how to handle rejections. A Guide For Parents of Child Actors is a resource […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-iii/feed/ 0 A Guide for Parents of Child Actors: Part II https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2023 19:28:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23692 The dream of becoming an actor is one that’s captivated young people for centuries. The glamour, fame and artistry associated with the profession is alluring to many children. Whether your child is just beginning to express a desire to pursue acting or they’ve been set on the path for some time, it’s important to know […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-ii/feed/ 0 A Guide for Parents of Child Actors: Part I https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/#comments Wed, 01 Feb 2023 19:48:44 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23682 Being a parent of a child actor can be an exciting and rewarding experience. It’s also one that comes with unique challenges. From finding the right acting classes to navigating auditions, there’s a lot for parents to learn. This guide provides introductory information for parents who are interested in helping their children pursue their passions […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-guide-for-parents-of-child-actors-part-i/feed/ 0 The Many Phases of Your Acting Career: From Beginner to Pro https://www.nycastings.com/the-many-phases-of-your-acting-career-from-beginner-to-pro/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-many-phases-of-your-acting-career-from-beginner-to-pro https://www.nycastings.com/the-many-phases-of-your-acting-career-from-beginner-to-pro/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2022 18:31:17 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23183 Throughout your acting career, you will experience many different phases. The first phase is the beginning, where you are full of hope and dreams of becoming a successful actor. You may have some success early on, but it is often hard to find work and you have to take whatever roles you can get. The […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-many-phases-of-your-acting-career-from-beginner-to-pro/feed/ 0 Why Study Acting? https://www.nycastings.com/why-study-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-study-acting https://www.nycastings.com/why-study-acting/#comments Wed, 18 Dec 2019 18:48:55 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=17527 “The only true wisdom is knowing you know nothing.” – Socrates “You know nothing, Jon Snow.” – Ygritte, Game of Thrones “I know.” – Jon Snow, Game of Thrones Did you ever have one of those friends, or a co-worker, or a cousin, who always claims to know all about whatever topic comes up no […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/why-study-acting/feed/ 0 What Agents And Managers Are Looking For At A Talent Showcase https://www.nycastings.com/what-agents-and-managers-are-looking-for-at-a-talent-showcase/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-agents-and-managers-are-looking-for-at-a-talent-showcase https://www.nycastings.com/what-agents-and-managers-are-looking-for-at-a-talent-showcase/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2019 14:35:29 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=16091 Actors, Don’t let anyone fool you: the actor’s life is a gloriously enjoyable one. We get to collaborate with creative, energetic, passionate people of all stripes every day. (Did I mention beautiful, charming and funny also?) We get to play dress-up as part of our jobs. We get to visit endless worlds and eras. And […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-agents-and-managers-are-looking-for-at-a-talent-showcase/feed/ 0 Creating Your Own Acting Work: Be Like Matt and Ben Part II https://www.nycastings.com/creating-your-own-acting-work-be-like-matt-and-ben-part-ii/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=creating-your-own-acting-work-be-like-matt-and-ben-part-ii https://www.nycastings.com/creating-your-own-acting-work-be-like-matt-and-ben-part-ii/#comments Fri, 17 May 2019 16:07:30 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15989 Acting Work! So as we talked earlier this week (Part 1 of Creating Your Own Acting Work), it’s just a fact: in the acting game there are peaks and valleys. The nature of the beast of the actor’s life is that there will sometimes be work, and there will sometimes be dry periods. But it’s a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/creating-your-own-acting-work-be-like-matt-and-ben-part-ii/feed/ 0 What Type Of Acting Class Is Right For You? https://www.nycastings.com/what-type-of-acting-class-is-right-for-you/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-type-of-acting-class-is-right-for-you https://www.nycastings.com/what-type-of-acting-class-is-right-for-you/#comments Mon, 13 May 2019 14:51:14 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15892 “I’ll always be there because I’m a skilled professional actor. Whether or not I’ve any talent is beside the point.” – Michael Caine Does everyone remember when they booked their first paying gig? It’s truly an amazing feeling –  whether you’re dressing up as a princess for a kid’s party, planted firmly at the back […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-type-of-acting-class-is-right-for-you/feed/ 0 Stop Wasting Time – Jump Start Your Acting Career By Cutting Out These Time-Wasters https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/#comments Thu, 14 Mar 2019 21:41:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15523 “Ticking away the moments that make up the dull day You fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way” “Time” – Pink Floyd Actors, especially those in the earlier stages of their careers, are constantly being told to just be patient. And this is solid advice – you’ve got to give yourself time to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/stop-wasting-time-jump-start-your-acting-career-by-cutting-out-these-time-wasters/feed/ 0 Keeping An Eye on the Prize: Remember Your Acting Career Is For the Long-Term https://www.nycastings.com/keeping-an-eye-on-the-prize-remember-your-acting-career-is-for-the-long-term/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=keeping-an-eye-on-the-prize-remember-your-acting-career-is-for-the-long-term https://www.nycastings.com/keeping-an-eye-on-the-prize-remember-your-acting-career-is-for-the-long-term/#comments Thu, 06 Dec 2018 19:05:45 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=15007 A while back actor/comedian Patton Oswalt did a guest appearance on lefty comedic-political podcast Chapo Trap House. During a riff on embittered right-wing comedian/pundits whom Oswalt just doesn’t find that funny (think Fox News’ “Red State”): “What I love about all these failed comedians is…it wasn’t show-biz failure, it’s that they weren’t immediately successful. My […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/keeping-an-eye-on-the-prize-remember-your-acting-career-is-for-the-long-term/feed/ 0 What Are Agents Looking For (And How Do I Help Them Find It In Me?) https://www.nycastings.com/what-are-agents-looking-for-and-how-do-i-help-them-find-it-in-me/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=what-are-agents-looking-for-and-how-do-i-help-them-find-it-in-me https://www.nycastings.com/what-are-agents-looking-for-and-how-do-i-help-them-find-it-in-me/#comments Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:29:22 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=14368 Being an actor is kind of like being in a club. And the people who aren’t in the club are often really perplexed by what we do: “How do you memorize all those lines?” “Don’t you get nervous?” “Why don’t you go to business school instead?” These are the kinds of questions we routinely get. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/what-are-agents-looking-for-and-how-do-i-help-them-find-it-in-me/feed/ 0 Ex-CSA Member Billy DaMota: Rebel With a Cause https://www.nycastings.com/ex-csa-member-billy-damota-rebel-with-a-cause/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ex-csa-member-billy-damota-rebel-with-a-cause https://www.nycastings.com/ex-csa-member-billy-damota-rebel-with-a-cause/#comments Wed, 29 Nov 2017 19:38:50 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=11805 Some people strive to be different. We all had that one friend in school: they make a great effort to buck current trends, they go out of their way to dress aggressively weird, they pretend not to know anything about current music, popular films or television shows. Most of all, they like to announce loudly […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/ex-csa-member-billy-damota-rebel-with-a-cause/feed/ 0 Six Everyday Habits All Actors Should Have Outside The Audition Room https://www.nycastings.com/six-everyday-habits-all-actors-should-have-outside-the-audition-room/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=six-everyday-habits-all-actors-should-have-outside-the-audition-room https://www.nycastings.com/six-everyday-habits-all-actors-should-have-outside-the-audition-room/#comments Thu, 06 Jul 2017 18:05:35 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=10153 Imagine a professional athlete who only went out on the field on game days. No matter how great he or she was as a player, the training, practice, and support one needs to compete at that level is simply not going to be there without a whole lot of work on the off days. Regardless […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/six-everyday-habits-all-actors-should-have-outside-the-audition-room/feed/ 0 I Wanna Act! But How Do I Get Started in Acting? https://www.nycastings.com/i-wanna-act-but-how-do-i-get-started-in-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=i-wanna-act-but-how-do-i-get-started-in-acting https://www.nycastings.com/i-wanna-act-but-how-do-i-get-started-in-acting/#comments Wed, 31 May 2017 16:30:33 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=9801 If you’re reading these pages, it’s a safe bet that you’ve already been bitten by the acting bug, in one capacity or another. Somewhere along the line, anyone working as an actor, dancer, singer, agent, director or casting director saw a film or a show or a play or a musical that moved them in […]

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