NYCastings - DirectSubmit » Relationships 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 The Art of Cold Reading for Actors: Tips and Tricks https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-cold-reading-for-actors-tips-and-tricks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-art-of-cold-reading-for-actors-tips-and-tricks https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-cold-reading-for-actors-tips-and-tricks/#comments Mon, 25 Sep 2023 19:53:32 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24645 Cold reading is the art of delivering a performance with minimal preparation, often reading directly from a script without having had the opportunity to study it in advance. For actors, mastering this skill can make auditions a breeze, impress casting directors, and even open up opportunities for live performances or improvisation. The ability to cold […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-cold-reading-for-actors-tips-and-tricks/feed/ 0 The Paradox of Acting Striving for Authenticity Amidst the Need to Perform https://www.nycastings.com/the-paradox-of-acting-striving-for-authenticity-amidst-the-need-to-perform/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-paradox-of-acting-striving-for-authenticity-amidst-the-need-to-perform https://www.nycastings.com/the-paradox-of-acting-striving-for-authenticity-amidst-the-need-to-perform/#comments Tue, 16 May 2023 18:00:05 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24250 Being an actor is an exhilarating and fulfilling career choice, one that allows you to step into the shoes of various characters and transport audiences to different worlds. It’s a profession that demands immense dedication, hard work and an ability to constantly “put on a show.” However, there’s a paradox that aspiring actors often face […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-paradox-of-acting-striving-for-authenticity-amidst-the-need-to-perform/feed/ 0 Unraveling the Character: A Guide to Making Informed Choices for Actors https://www.nycastings.com/unraveling-the-character-a-guide-to-making-informed-choices-for-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unraveling-the-character-a-guide-to-making-informed-choices-for-actors https://www.nycastings.com/unraveling-the-character-a-guide-to-making-informed-choices-for-actors/#comments Thu, 06 Apr 2023 19:39:08 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24038 As an actor, your ability to create a rich, layered character that resonates with audiences is paramount to your craft. When handed a new script, the choices you make will shape the character you bring to life. In this article, we’ll discuss a detailed approach to making informed character choices, helping you to develop a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/unraveling-the-character-a-guide-to-making-informed-choices-for-actors/feed/ 0 Campbell of Kilmhor – Adult Female – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/campbell-of-kilmhor-adult-female-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=campbell-of-kilmhor-adult-female-drama https://www.nycastings.com/campbell-of-kilmhor-adult-female-drama/#comments Mon, 03 Aug 2020 19:38:09 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20447 “Och! be quiet now;” from the play, ” Campbell of Kilmhor” Mary’s son has just been taken out to be shot by Campbell’s men. She re-enters the scene to her crying maid, who has just given away the hiding location of others. Ideal for adult females ranging from 40-59. 1-2 Mins. Written By: J.A. Ferguson MARY STEWART: […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/campbell-of-kilmhor-adult-female-drama/feed/ 0 The Stronger – Adult Female – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-stronger-adult-female-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-stronger-adult-female-drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-stronger-adult-female-drama/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2020 19:56:57 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20385 “Hush, you needn’t speak” from the play, “The Stronger” Madame X realizes that Mademoiselle Y may be having an affair with her husband. Ideal for adult females ranging from 30-49. 1-2 Mins. Written By: August Strindberg MADAME X: Hush, you needn’t speak—I understand it all! It was because—and because—and because! Yes, yes! Now all the accounts balance. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-stronger-adult-female-drama/feed/ 0 Interlude – Teenage Female – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/interlude-teenage-female-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=interlude-teenage-female-drama https://www.nycastings.com/interlude-teenage-female-drama/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2020 19:48:06 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20381 “Oh, don’t be vain and fanciful.” from the play, “Interlude” The poet and marquise have been talking of love and playing with a person’s heart. The Marquise laments her spot in life. Ideal for teenage females ranging from 13-19. 1-2 Mins.  Written By: Federico More MARQUISE: Oh, don’t be vain and fanciful. I swear That in […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/interlude-teenage-female-drama/feed/ 0 Facing Death – Adult Male – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/facing-death-adult-male-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=facing-death-adult-male-drama https://www.nycastings.com/facing-death-adult-male-drama/#comments Mon, 20 Jul 2020 19:43:47 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20379 “Then your mother lied on her death-bed” from the play, “Facing Death” Adele has just entered the room. Durand advises her with limited answers regarding his plans for burning down the house. He begins to tell his life story only to have Adele state that mother did not lie to them growing up. Durand shares the […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/facing-death-adult-male-drama/feed/ 0 The Genius – Teenage Male – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-genius-teenage-male-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-genius-teenage-male-drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-genius-teenage-male-drama/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2020 21:03:38 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20360 “It isn’t that, with me. I can’t write….” from the play, “The Genius” The boy must stay in the mix of all going on artistically. The man advises he could do a new drama. Ideal for Teenage Males ranging from 13-19. 1-2 Mins. Written By: Horace Holley THE BOY: It isn’t that, with me. I can’t […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-genius-teenage-male-drama/feed/ 0 The Bracelet – Adult Male – Drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-bracelet-adult-male-drama/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-bracelet-adult-male-drama https://www.nycastings.com/the-bracelet-adult-male-drama/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2020 15:55:26 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20348 “Now just listen.” from the play, “The Bracelet” Harvey states he hasn’t had an affair with the governess, but just a fondness and caring toward her. Their guests leave and Harvey turns to his wife to tell her his true feelings. Ideal for Adult Males ranging from 40-59. 1-2 Mins. Written By: Alfred Sutro HARVEY: Now […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-bracelet-adult-male-drama/feed/ 0 The Notebook – Adult Males – Dramatic https://www.nycastings.com/the-notebook-adult-males-dramatic/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-notebook-adult-males-dramatic https://www.nycastings.com/the-notebook-adult-males-dramatic/#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2020 20:23:52 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=20229 “Allie, they’re not crazy” from the film, “The Notebook”. Noah tells Allie that her parents are right and they can’t be together anymore. Ideal for Adult Males in their 20s. 1 Min. Written By: Jeremy Leven NOAH: Allie, they’re not crazy. They’re right. And you shouldn’t talk to them like that. I don’t have a mother, […]

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