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Handling Rejection in the Acting Industry

Ilana Rapp — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 17:00:14 +0000

Being an actor requires an immense amount of skill, dedication, and persistence. While the allure of bright lights, acclaim, and artistic fulfillment draws many to the acting avenue, it’s equally marked by a multitude of rejections. These are not just professional setbacks but can also be deeply personal, since actors often bring a lot of […]

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The Great Balancing Act Between Personal Life and Acting

Ilana Rapp — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:05:37 +0000

“Cut!” the director yells for the 23rd time that day. Just another day in the park, eh? Welcome to the fabulous world of acting, where you need to cry on cue, fall in love with that random co-star, convincingly portray a superhero, then cook dinner for your kids. Sounds easy, right? Well, it’s a bit […]

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Essential Traits of a Successful Actor: Unraveling the Secrets to Stardom

Aaron Seals — Fri, 14 Apr 2023 21:22:23 +0000

The journey to becoming a successful actor is often a mix of talent, perseverance, and a little bit of luck. But beyond these factors, there are specific traits that set successful actors apart from the rest. In this article, we will explore the essential qualities that can make or break an actor’s career, and how […]

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Acting Later In Life: Getting Started After Age 40 Can Be A Huge Advantage!

Kurtis Bright — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 16:46:44 +0000

When I teach my acting classes, I generally get two types of people thinking about signing up: young kids and teens, and older folks. And it’s interesting: knowing what we as adults know about how tough it is to be a teen, how navigating simple things like attending class or just chatting with people can […]

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The 100’s Adina Porter – The Character Transformation

Ilana Rapp — Fri, 01 Jan 2016 00:36:12 +0000

You’ll recognize Adina Porter from the CW’s The 100, HBO’s True Blood and HBO’s The Newsroom. Soon you’ll see her on the new show Underground. Adina Porter is a master at transformation. She’s barely recognizable from role to role. Even if you look into her eyes, she’s 100% pure character. One of the things that makes […]

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Keep Hollywood Knocking – Career Advice from Three’s Company’s ‘Larry’ Richard Kline

Kelly Calabrese — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:43:00 +0000

Way before the Regal Beagle, legendary sitcom funnyman – Richard Kline – aka Larry from Three’s Company, began to build a regal career in the entertainment industry with an acting degree from Northwestern, major theatre credits and enough commercial work to keep him from waiting tables. But here’s the part to really toast a beer […]

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Raise the Roof – Career building Acting Advice from Betsy Capes of Capes Coaching

Kelly Calabrese — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 12:35:00 +0000

Career building Acting Advice from Betsy Capes of Capes Coaching Auditions, call backs, booking gigs… will all come if you build a commitment to the acting business. Talent is only half the equation, says Betsy Capes of Capes Coaching.That’s why we at Capes Coaching provide the practical tools and tangible support actors need to make […]

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