NYCastings - DirectSubmit » netflix 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 The SAG-AFTRA Strike is Over! Next Steps https://www.nycastings.com/the-sag-aftra-strike-is-over-next-steps/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-sag-aftra-strike-is-over-next-steps https://www.nycastings.com/the-sag-aftra-strike-is-over-next-steps/#comments Thu, 09 Nov 2023 18:25:37 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24749 After an eternity of uncertainty and countless negotiations, the long-awaited moment has finally arrived: the actors strike is over! Screens will be graced by talented actors, and the magic of storytelling will enchant audiences once more. This victory signifies not just a resolution to a labor dispute, but a triumph for the entire creative community. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-sag-aftra-strike-is-over-next-steps/feed/ 0 Navigating the Digital Age – Personal Branding for Modern Actors https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-digital-age-personal-branding-for-modern-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-the-digital-age-personal-branding-for-modern-actors https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-digital-age-personal-branding-for-modern-actors/#comments Mon, 11 Sep 2023 19:43:57 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24624 In today’s interconnected society, ahem, The Digital Age, acting has evolved into a multifaceted art that extends well beyond conventional stages and screens. Modern actors face the task of mastering not just their craft but also adapting to the complexities brought forth by the digital revolution. With online spaces blurring the boundaries between personal and […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-digital-age-personal-branding-for-modern-actors/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 SAG-AFTRA Strike – Demands, Impact, and Industry Reshaping https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-strike-demands-impact-and-industry-reshaping/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sag-aftra-strike-demands-impact-and-industry-reshaping https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-strike-demands-impact-and-industry-reshaping/#comments Sat, 12 Aug 2023 18:37:05 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24559 “In a perfect world, I would like someone on the other side to say, ‘We have to make this a more employee-friendly industry. It behooves us all to take that high road.’ That would be a great achievement for us. And I would like to see SAG-AFTRA repositioned at the center of the wheel upon […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-strike-demands-impact-and-industry-reshaping/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 Cocaine Bear and Sweet Tooth’s Christian Convery Opens Up About Child Acting https://www.nycastings.com/cocaine-bear-and-sweet-tooths-christian-convery-opens-up-about-child-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cocaine-bear-and-sweet-tooths-christian-convery-opens-up-about-child-acting https://www.nycastings.com/cocaine-bear-and-sweet-tooths-christian-convery-opens-up-about-child-acting/#comments Fri, 26 May 2023 00:06:26 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24263 Welcome to our interview with the talented young actor, Christian Convery, who has captured hearts and minds with his exceptional performances in the hit Netflix series, Sweet Tooth and blockbuster film Cocaine Bear. At such a young age, Christian has already established himself as a rising star in the entertainment industry, leaving a lasting impression […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/cocaine-bear-and-sweet-tooths-christian-convery-opens-up-about-child-acting/feed/ 0 Step into the Story: The Thrilling World of Immersive Theater https://www.nycastings.com/step-into-the-story-the-thrilling-world-of-immersive-theater/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=step-into-the-story-the-thrilling-world-of-immersive-theater https://www.nycastings.com/step-into-the-story-the-thrilling-world-of-immersive-theater/#comments Wed, 29 Mar 2023 18:48:30 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23976 Immersive theater is a form of live performance in which the audience members are not mere spectators but active participants in the unfolding of the story. In immersive theater, the boundary between the performers and the audience is blurred, and the audience is often free to explore the performance space and interact with the actors […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/step-into-the-story-the-thrilling-world-of-immersive-theater/feed/ 0 The Pressure to Maintain a Perfect Public Image https://www.nycastings.com/the-pressure-to-maintain-a-perfect-public-image/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-pressure-to-maintain-a-perfect-public-image https://www.nycastings.com/the-pressure-to-maintain-a-perfect-public-image/#comments Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:48:52 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23805 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 the red carpet to social media, every move and action is scrutinized by fans, media […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-pressure-to-maintain-a-perfect-public-image/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 Youthful Stardom: Pros & Cons https://www.nycastings.com/youthful-stardom-pros-cons/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=youthful-stardom-pros-cons https://www.nycastings.com/youthful-stardom-pros-cons/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2022 18:33:05 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23551 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 thrilling to be a celebrity at a young age, yet there are both advantages and disadvantages to consider. Celebrities who are young often make headlines […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/youthful-stardom-pros-cons/feed/ 0 The Physicality of Acting: What Are the Most Physically Demanding Roles? https://www.nycastings.com/the-physicality-of-acting-what-are-the-most-physically-demanding-roles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-physicality-of-acting-what-are-the-most-physically-demanding-roles https://www.nycastings.com/the-physicality-of-acting-what-are-the-most-physically-demanding-roles/#comments Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:28:31 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23456 There are many different aspects that go into creating a believable character — there’s more to it than just memorizing and delivering lines. One important element is the physicality of the role. Whether it’s maintaining a certain posture, learning to fight like a medieval warrior or portraying a disabled person, actors must be able to […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-physicality-of-acting-what-are-the-most-physically-demanding-roles/feed/ 0 6 Secrets of Great Actors: What You Can Learn https://www.nycastings.com/6-secrets-of-great-actors-what-you-can-learn/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6-secrets-of-great-actors-what-you-can-learn https://www.nycastings.com/6-secrets-of-great-actors-what-you-can-learn/#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2022 17:29:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23375 Some of the world’s greatest actors have a few secrets up their sleeves that help them to become the amazing performers they are. These secrets, while they may be different for each actor, all share one common goal: to create a believable and compelling character that audiences will love. Or hate, as in the case […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/6-secrets-of-great-actors-what-you-can-learn/feed/ 0 How Casting Director Carla Hool is Changing the Game for Latinx Actors https://www.nycastings.com/how-casting-director-carla-hool-is-changing-the-game-for-latinx-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-casting-director-carla-hool-is-changing-the-game-for-latinx-actors https://www.nycastings.com/how-casting-director-carla-hool-is-changing-the-game-for-latinx-actors/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2022 19:21:22 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23255 Award Winning Latinx Casting Director CARLA HOOL weighs in on what it’s like to cast Latinx actors in today’s entertainment world. She has been casting film and television for over 20 years. She has worked on films such as Coco, Stars at Noon and the Netflix show Selena: The Series. In this interview, Hool discusses […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-casting-director-carla-hool-is-changing-the-game-for-latinx-actors/feed/ 0 The Attention Economy: How the Entertainment Field is Responding to Our Shortened Attention Spans https://www.nycastings.com/the-attention-economy-how-the-entertainment-field-is-responding-to-our-shortened-attention-spans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-attention-economy-how-the-entertainment-field-is-responding-to-our-shortened-attention-spans https://www.nycastings.com/the-attention-economy-how-the-entertainment-field-is-responding-to-our-shortened-attention-spans/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2022 19:23:23 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23266 I don’t know about you, but my attention span has been disrupted over the past several years. Recently, I was asked to play a game of Scrabble and just the mere thought of sitting there for hours on end thinking about waiting for the other players to have their turn made me go bonkers. As […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-attention-economy-how-the-entertainment-field-is-responding-to-our-shortened-attention-spans/feed/ 0 Are You a Female Actor Who Wants to Become a Director? https://www.nycastings.com/are-you-a-female-actor-who-wants-to-become-a-director/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=are-you-a-female-actor-who-wants-to-become-a-director https://www.nycastings.com/are-you-a-female-actor-who-wants-to-become-a-director/#comments Thu, 28 Jul 2022 19:00:05 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22816 Ladies, have you ever thought about becoming a Director? I have a bullet point list below of reasons to ask yourself to see if it’s the right move for you, but before we get to that, take a sip of your beverage of choice and read a brief bit of history and some basic directing […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/are-you-a-female-actor-who-wants-to-become-a-director/feed/ 0 Netflix actor Kevin Mambo – Silence the Doubters, You Have Enough Doubt https://www.nycastings.com/netflix-actor-kevin-mambo-silence-the-doubters-you-have-enough-doubt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=netflix-actor-kevin-mambo-silence-the-doubters-you-have-enough-doubt https://www.nycastings.com/netflix-actor-kevin-mambo-silence-the-doubters-you-have-enough-doubt/#comments Fri, 04 Feb 2022 20:58:54 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22436 Actor Kevin Mambo, who can currently be seen on the Netflix drama, Hit & Run and upcoming film Rustin, started from scratch…twice. As much as it pains me to say this, back in the day, when an actor started their career on a soap opera, it was considered the low end of the totem pole. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/netflix-actor-kevin-mambo-silence-the-doubters-you-have-enough-doubt/feed/ 0 NCIS: Hawaiʻi Filipino Actor Kian Talan Brings His Roots to His Performances https://www.nycastings.com/ncis-hawaii-filipino-actor-kian-talan-brings-his-roots-to-his-performances/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ncis-hawaii-filipino-actor-kian-talan-brings-his-roots-to-his-performances https://www.nycastings.com/ncis-hawaii-filipino-actor-kian-talan-brings-his-roots-to-his-performances/#comments Thu, 11 Nov 2021 23:02:42 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22197 Actor Kian Talan keeps his Asian-American roots right in his pocket. As a Filipino thespian who used to try to conform to American standards, Kian Talan quickly realized that he shouldn’t hide his true self. By being authentic, Kian Talan has secured the biggest role of his career to date on CBS’s NCIS: Hawai’i. You […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/ncis-hawaii-filipino-actor-kian-talan-brings-his-roots-to-his-performances/feed/ 0 Apple TV+ Ted Lasso Actor Kola Bokinni Says PATIENCE is Key https://www.nycastings.com/apple-tv-ted-lasso-actor-kola-bokinni-says-patience-is-key/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=apple-tv-ted-lasso-actor-kola-bokinni-says-patience-is-key https://www.nycastings.com/apple-tv-ted-lasso-actor-kola-bokinni-says-patience-is-key/#comments Fri, 29 Oct 2021 17:25:17 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22163 Actor Kola Bokinni plays Isaac McAdoo in the Emmy Award Winning Apple TV+ series Ted Lasso. Born in London, England to Irish and Nigerian parents, Kola reminds us that having a job you love is a privilege. Staying humble and having patience to grow your career are two of the key things Kola teaches us. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/apple-tv-ted-lasso-actor-kola-bokinni-says-patience-is-key/feed/ 0 7-year old Netflix Actress Pyper Braun Says Be Prepared to Work and Work Hard https://www.nycastings.com/7-year-old-netflix-actress-pyper-braun-says-be-prepared-to-work-and-work-hard/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=7-year-old-netflix-actress-pyper-braun-says-be-prepared-to-work-and-work-hard https://www.nycastings.com/7-year-old-netflix-actress-pyper-braun-says-be-prepared-to-work-and-work-hard/#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:09:48 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21582 Being a kid in show business is not an easy task. Just ask seven year old Pyper Braun, who stars on the Netflix series Country Comfort, which came to a close after one season. Whether a series lasts one year or ten years, the experience gained on set in a working environment is a tireless […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/7-year-old-netflix-actress-pyper-braun-says-be-prepared-to-work-and-work-hard/feed/ 0 Cobra Kai Actor Jesse Kove Was Intimidated by His Fight Scene https://www.nycastings.com/cobra-kai-actor-jesse-kove-was-intimidated-by-his-fight-scene/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cobra-kai-actor-jesse-kove-was-intimidated-by-his-fight-scene https://www.nycastings.com/cobra-kai-actor-jesse-kove-was-intimidated-by-his-fight-scene/#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2021 18:22:44 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21553 Jesse Kove plays the varsity Captain bully, David, in Netflix’s Cobra Kai, who bullies the younger version of John Kreese (the adult character John Kreese was introduced in the 1984 film The Karate Kid as the unhinged Vietnam War veteran and sensei of the dojo, Cobra Kai.) Watch the fight scene HERE. Fight scenes are […]

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