NYCastings - DirectSubmit » show business 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 SAG-AFTRA ratifies strike-ending contract with AMPTP https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-ratifies-strike-ending-contract-with-amptp/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sag-aftra-ratifies-strike-ending-contract-with-amptp https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-ratifies-strike-ending-contract-with-amptp/#comments Wed, 06 Dec 2023 04:14:35 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24836 SAG-AFTRA, has officially ratified its contract with the studios on December 5th, 2023, marking the conclusion of a significant strike in the industry. This agreement, reached almost a month after initial negotiations, sees 78% of the union’s 160,000 members approving the deal, signaling the end of a tumultuous period in Hollywood. Key achievements for actors […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/sag-aftra-ratifies-strike-ending-contract-with-amptp/feed/ 0 Financial Planning for Actors – Navigating Year-End and New Beginnings https://www.nycastings.com/financial-planning-for-actors-navigating-year-end-and-new-beginnings/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=financial-planning-for-actors-navigating-year-end-and-new-beginnings https://www.nycastings.com/financial-planning-for-actors-navigating-year-end-and-new-beginnings/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2023 20:07:14 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24828 Financial planning can present a significant challenge for actors due to the entertainment industry’s fluctuating income, unpredictable periods of unemployment, and specialized tax requirements. Nonetheless, by approaching the situation proactively and with careful consideration, actors can overcome these obstacles and secure their financial stability. Let’s delve into effective methods for wrapping up and commencing the […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/financial-planning-for-actors-navigating-year-end-and-new-beginnings/feed/ 0 Showbiz Kids – Challenges, Rewards, and Tips for Parents https://www.nycastings.com/showbiz-kids-challenges-rewards-and-tips-for-parents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=showbiz-kids-challenges-rewards-and-tips-for-parents https://www.nycastings.com/showbiz-kids-challenges-rewards-and-tips-for-parents/#comments Mon, 04 Dec 2023 19:55:42 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24823 Starting Young: An Introduction to Kids in Show Business The entertainment industry has long been an alluring and glamorous world. It’s a space where aspirations can be realized and skills can truly stand out. For parents of a child with a love for singing, acting, dancing, or any other type of performance, the prospect of […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/showbiz-kids-challenges-rewards-and-tips-for-parents/feed/ 0 The Do’s and Don’ts of Introducing Your Newborn to Show Business https://www.nycastings.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-introducing-your-newborn-to-show-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-dos-and-donts-of-introducing-your-newborn-to-show-business https://www.nycastings.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-introducing-your-newborn-to-show-business/#comments Mon, 24 Jul 2023 18:08:58 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24513 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 a delicate endeavor. Let’s delve into the key do’s and don’ts when considering putting your […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-dos-and-donts-of-introducing-your-newborn-to-show-business/feed/ 0 Exploring the Common Ground and Contrasts Between Entrepreneurship and Acting https://www.nycastings.com/exploring-the-common-ground-and-contrasts-between-entrepreneurship-and-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=exploring-the-common-ground-and-contrasts-between-entrepreneurship-and-acting https://www.nycastings.com/exploring-the-common-ground-and-contrasts-between-entrepreneurship-and-acting/#comments Tue, 16 May 2023 18:01:39 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24244 As a child, I was brought into the acting world by my parents, who both had their own businesses. At the time, (I started acting and modeling at 6 months old) I didn’t understand the business aspects of the entertainment industry. As I grew up, my parents explained to me how things worked – how […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/exploring-the-common-ground-and-contrasts-between-entrepreneurship-and-acting/feed/ 0 Navigating the Social Challenges of Show Business: Tips for Parents https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-social-challenges-of-show-business-tips-for-parents/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=navigating-the-social-challenges-of-show-business-tips-for-parents https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-social-challenges-of-show-business-tips-for-parents/#comments Mon, 10 Apr 2023 18:06:10 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24060 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 going to discuss some of the common challenges that children in show business face and […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/navigating-the-social-challenges-of-show-business-tips-for-parents/feed/ 0 The Power of One: Embracing Your Independence as an Actor https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/#comments Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:48:01 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23800 As an actor, it can be easy to fall into the trap of waiting for opportunities to come your way. It’s natural to feel like you need to rely on others, whether it’s a casting director, agent or manager, to give you a chance. The truth is that you have the power to create your […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-power-of-one-embracing-your-independence-as-an-actor/feed/ 0 Is There a Link Between Acting and Social Decline? https://www.nycastings.com/is-there-a-link-between-acting-and-social-decline/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=is-there-a-link-between-acting-and-social-decline https://www.nycastings.com/is-there-a-link-between-acting-and-social-decline/#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2022 18:28:24 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23501 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 the various ways in which acting can affect personal relationships and contribute to social disengagement. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/is-there-a-link-between-acting-and-social-decline/feed/ 0 The Ultimate Guide To New York Talent Agencies For Child Actors and Models https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2022 18:52:07 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23296 New York is the city of opportunity and there is no better place to start your child’s career than with a New York City talent agent. But before you start calling around, you need to ask yourself: Are you and your child ready to take the leap? We’ll talk more about this toward the bottom.. […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-york-talent-agencies-for-child-actors-and-models/feed/ 0 Staying Afloat in a Time of Financial Instability https://www.nycastings.com/staying-afloat-in-a-time-of-financial-instability/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=staying-afloat-in-a-time-of-financial-instability https://www.nycastings.com/staying-afloat-in-a-time-of-financial-instability/#comments Thu, 08 Sep 2022 22:50:39 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23114 In the entertainment industry, it is not uncommon for actors to experience financial instability. This is often due to the volatile nature of the industry, as work can be sporadic and unpredictable. While some actors are able to maintain a steady income, others may find themselves struggling to make ends meet. This can be a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/staying-afloat-in-a-time-of-financial-instability/feed/ 0 The Art of Monologuing: How to Capture and Hold the Attention of Your Audience https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-monologuing-how-to-capture-and-hold-the-attention-of-your-audience/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-art-of-monologuing-how-to-capture-and-hold-the-attention-of-your-audience https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-monologuing-how-to-capture-and-hold-the-attention-of-your-audience/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 18:09:12 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23045 If you want to be a successful actor, there are a few things you need to master. First and foremost is your monologue. A monologue is a speech that is given by an individual, typically in a dramatic play. It can be any length, but ideally should be no shorter than 8 minutes and no […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-art-of-monologuing-how-to-capture-and-hold-the-attention-of-your-audience/feed/ 0 The Fourth Quarter Frenzy: What Happens and Why https://www.nycastings.com/the-fourth-quarter-frenzy-what-happens-and-why/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-fourth-quarter-frenzy-what-happens-and-why https://www.nycastings.com/the-fourth-quarter-frenzy-what-happens-and-why/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2022 18:04:39 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23040 Time is ticking! As the calendar year nears a close, the entertainment industry begins to ramp up its releases in an effort to create a “fourth quarter frenzy.” This is the time of year when studios start to release their big budget films and award-winning documentaries in the hopes of attracting Oscar buzz. Additionally, television […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-fourth-quarter-frenzy-what-happens-and-why/feed/ 0 The Three Steps That Prove Show Business is Rough Business https://www.nycastings.com/the-three-steps-that-prove-show-business-is-rough-business/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-three-steps-that-prove-show-business-is-rough-business https://www.nycastings.com/the-three-steps-that-prove-show-business-is-rough-business/#comments Thu, 09 Dec 2021 01:13:59 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22287 Execute. Achieve. Accomplish. Memorize those three words because they should be in your Script of Life. Living in today’s world is hard; it just is. You’re either in it for the count or you’re a lump on the casting couch. There is no easy way to be a part of the entertainment field. Following these […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-three-steps-that-prove-show-business-is-rough-business/feed/ 0 Actor Marc Singer: Every Project Is a Matter of Life and Death https://www.nycastings.com/actor-marc-singer-every-project-is-a-matter-of-life-and-death/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=actor-marc-singer-every-project-is-a-matter-of-life-and-death https://www.nycastings.com/actor-marc-singer-every-project-is-a-matter-of-life-and-death/#comments Thu, 22 Apr 2021 19:05:39 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21441 Actor Marc Singer has a strong work ethic. He treats every project with the same dignity and respect, no matter how big or small the role. It’s that intensity that allows him to fully embody the character and understand how everything in a production comes together. There is no in between. It’s his commitment and […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/actor-marc-singer-every-project-is-a-matter-of-life-and-death/feed/ 0 Lifetime’s Raechelle Banno on Pilot Season – I Was Just Trying to Not Start Crying Again https://www.nycastings.com/lifetimes-raechelle-banno-on-pilot-season-i-was-just-trying-to-not-start-crying-again/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=lifetimes-raechelle-banno-on-pilot-season-i-was-just-trying-to-not-start-crying-again https://www.nycastings.com/lifetimes-raechelle-banno-on-pilot-season-i-was-just-trying-to-not-start-crying-again/#comments Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:41:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21428 Pilot Season can really take a toll on you. Just ask actor Raechelle Banno, who plays the lead character ‘Ruby Landry’ on the upcoming Lifetime event series, V.C. Andrews’ Ruby, based on the best-selling V.C. Andrews novels. A typical Pilot Season runs from end of January through April and is where studios create sample shows […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/lifetimes-raechelle-banno-on-pilot-season-i-was-just-trying-to-not-start-crying-again/feed/ 0 All Rise’s Reggie Lee on Being a Filipino American Actor https://www.nycastings.com/all-rises-reggie-lee-on-being-a-filipino-american-actor/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=all-rises-reggie-lee-on-being-a-filipino-american-actor https://www.nycastings.com/all-rises-reggie-lee-on-being-a-filipino-american-actor/#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2021 19:42:37 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21405 Actor Reggie Lee, who stars in CBS’s All Rise, is part of the Asian community, being Filipino American. Sometimes casting calls for a certain ethnicity and sometimes casting sends out a blanket casting call and figures out the rest after auditions. Reggie also shares some great stories with us, including a behind the scenes look […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/all-rises-reggie-lee-on-being-a-filipino-american-actor/feed/ 0 The Nevers Amy Manson – I Regret That I’ve Sacrificed Family and Friend Time Whilst Preparing for Roles https://www.nycastings.com/the-nevers-amy-manson-i-regret-that-ive-sacrificed-family-and-friend-time-whilst-preparing-for-roles/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-nevers-amy-manson-i-regret-that-ive-sacrificed-family-and-friend-time-whilst-preparing-for-roles https://www.nycastings.com/the-nevers-amy-manson-i-regret-that-ive-sacrificed-family-and-friend-time-whilst-preparing-for-roles/#comments Wed, 07 Apr 2021 17:29:49 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21390 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 a character to life, comes with sacrifice. We always hear people asking, “How do you […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-nevers-amy-manson-i-regret-that-ive-sacrificed-family-and-friend-time-whilst-preparing-for-roles/feed/ 0 Nancy Drew’s Aadila Dosani: The Magic Is in the YES https://www.nycastings.com/nancy-drews-aadila-dosani-the-magic-is-in-the-yes/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nancy-drews-aadila-dosani-the-magic-is-in-the-yes https://www.nycastings.com/nancy-drews-aadila-dosani-the-magic-is-in-the-yes/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2021 18:41:51 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21361 The CW’s Nancy Drew actress, Aadila Dosani, is a “yes” person. Opportunities are out there and Aadila wants you to take every single one that comes along your way. You never know when you’re going to hit that gem of a job. I’m sure you’ve read several times how many actors have passed on a […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/nancy-drews-aadila-dosani-the-magic-is-in-the-yes/feed/ 0 Cobra Kai’s Han Soto – Let It Go at the End of the Day https://www.nycastings.com/cobra-kais-han-soto-let-it-go-at-the-end-of-the-day/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cobra-kais-han-soto-let-it-go-at-the-end-of-the-day https://www.nycastings.com/cobra-kais-han-soto-let-it-go-at-the-end-of-the-day/#comments Mon, 08 Mar 2021 21:12:50 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21326 Netflix actor, Han Soto, who is in Season 3 of Cobra Kai, has a great philosophy on life which helps him through the grueling audition process. Whether you’re new to the scene or a veteran actor, truth be told, you will most likely go on an infinite number of auditions before striking gold. Consider the […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/cobra-kais-han-soto-let-it-go-at-the-end-of-the-day/feed/ 0 Netflix’s The One Actress Zoë Tapper on the Mechanics of Filming https://www.nycastings.com/netflixs-the-one-actress-zoe-tapper-on-the-mechanics-of-filming/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=netflixs-the-one-actress-zoe-tapper-on-the-mechanics-of-filming https://www.nycastings.com/netflixs-the-one-actress-zoe-tapper-on-the-mechanics-of-filming/#comments Wed, 24 Feb 2021 20:22:28 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=21255 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 way production carried the recording. Zoë Tapper is also a writer and producer, having several […]

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