mental health

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Physical conditioning is an important aspect of an actor’s career, especially when preparing for physically demanding roles. Whether it’s for action-packed movies, intense stage performances, or roles that require a significant transformation, maintaining peak physical fitness is key. This guide ...
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Since July 14, 2023, the American actors’ union Screen Actors Guild‐American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) has been on strike over an ongoing labor dispute with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. Negotiations. You can read ...
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Every actor, regardless of age or experience level, knows the intrinsic challenges that accompany a career in the public eye. The constant scrutiny, the public’s opinions, and sometimes the harsh glare of the media can make the job tough, not ...
NYCastings The Do's and Don'ts of Introducing Your Newborn to Show Business

Parents across the globe have varied dreams and ambitions for their newborn babies. For some, the allure of show business, with its glamour, fame, and financial benefits, is irresistibly captivating. However, navigating the world of entertainment with an infant is ...
Role-Playing Has Healing Powers

The field of therapy has expanded to embrace diverse and alternative approaches that recognize the profound impact of creativity, expression and self-discovery on emotional well-being. One such approach gaining recognition is acting as therapy, harnessing the power of performance to ...
emotional resilience

Child actors must develop emotional resilience to cope with the ups and downs of their careers. They can achieve this by comprehending the nature of triumph and disappointment, fostering a positive mindset, establishing a supportive community, expressing emotions through creative ...
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One of the biggest challenges for children in show business is maintaining a healthy social life. From time constraints to geographic barriers, there are many obstacles that can prevent children from connecting with their peers and building strong relationships. We’re ...
Elliot Page in The Umbrella Academy

The entertainment industry is notorious for placing a high value on image and reputation. In an industry where success is often measured by popularity and public perception, celebrities and performers are constantly under pressure to maintain a flawless image. From ...
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 seem glamorous, the reality is far from it for young ...
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 to social decline. I’m analyzing this possible link by examining ...
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Downtime is for amateurs. If you’re an actor and you want some downtime, then you might as well be honest and say that you just want to sleep the day away. That’s perfectly fine! We all need some time to ...
Patrika Darbo. Photo credit Russell Baer.

Patrika Darbo, a senior and veteran film and television actress, has gone full circle when it comes to obtaining health insurance. Rules change, union rules morph and once again, actors are scrambling to get affordable health care. With SAG-AFTRA, actors ...
Misha Osherovich - The GIrl in the Woods - Photo by Scott Green - Courtesy of Peacock

Actor Misha Osherovich, currently seen in Peacock’s The Girl in the Woods, has been sharing their story about addiction and mental health. True to life, Misha’s character, Nolan Frisk, has similar truths, so bringing the character to fruition is a ...
Amy Manson in HBO's The Nevers. Photo Credit HBO / Keith Bernstein

Actor Amy Manson plays one of the most interesting characters in HBO’s original series, The Nevers. Being in all of the episodes certainly makes for a grueling schedule. That, coupled with Amy’s desire to always do her best to bring ...
Zoë Tapper. Photo by Jon Holloway.

Zoë Tapper plays bisexual character Kate in the very anticipated Netflix series The One. The filming of The One was done a little differently than what actors are used to, so we’re happy to have been let in on the ...