NYCastings - DirectSubmit » stage 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 7 Tips to Elevate Your Acting Skills with Improv Techniques https://www.nycastings.com/7-tips-to-elevate-your-acting-skills-with-improv-techniques/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=7-tips-to-elevate-your-acting-skills-with-improv-techniques https://www.nycastings.com/7-tips-to-elevate-your-acting-skills-with-improv-techniques/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:02:20 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25182 The art of acting requires continuous growth and adjustment, with improvisation being a valuable asset for actors seeking to elevate their skills. Improvisation goes beyond mere humor in the moment; it serves as a holistic approach that can enhance spontaneity, emotional depth, and camaraderie with cast members. 7 Suggestions for Integrating Improv Methods Into Your […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/7-tips-to-elevate-your-acting-skills-with-improv-techniques/feed/ 0 20 Great Acting Advice Quotes from Great Actors https://www.nycastings.com/20-great-acting-advice-quotes-from-great-actors/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=20-great-acting-advice-quotes-from-great-actors https://www.nycastings.com/20-great-acting-advice-quotes-from-great-actors/#comments Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:26:47 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24873 In the captivating realm of acting, guidance from seasoned luminaries offers a beacon for both aspiring and experienced actors. This collection of insightful quotes, ranging from Craig MacDonald’s instinctive approach to Meryl Streep’s profound honesty, provides more than wisdom—it charts a course through the challenges and triumphs in an actor’s journey. Embracing vulnerability, valuing personal […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/virtual-reality-acting-embracing-the-vr-frontier/feed/ 0 How Actors are Revolutionizing Law Enforcement with Micro-Expression Training https://www.nycastings.com/how-actors-are-revolutionizing-law-enforcement-with-micro-expression-training/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-actors-are-revolutionizing-law-enforcement-with-micro-expression-training https://www.nycastings.com/how-actors-are-revolutionizing-law-enforcement-with-micro-expression-training/#comments Wed, 09 Aug 2023 21:46:41 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24549 Making a living as an actor is not easy. One solution to keep your chops up is Micro-Expression Training for Law Enforcement and Security. While traditionally we might think of actors as belonging exclusively on the stage or in front of the camera, their skill sets are being sought after in unexpected places. One such […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-actors-are-revolutionizing-law-enforcement-with-micro-expression-training/feed/ 0 Why Acting Is the Most Ridiculous and Fun Profession Out There https://www.nycastings.com/why-acting-is-the-most-ridiculous-and-fun-profession-out-there/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=why-acting-is-the-most-ridiculous-and-fun-profession-out-there https://www.nycastings.com/why-acting-is-the-most-ridiculous-and-fun-profession-out-there/#comments Tue, 18 Apr 2023 22:56:45 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24139 Acting is one of the most bizarre and ridiculous professions out there. It involves pretending to be someone else for hours on end, all while wearing clothes that someone else picked out for you. It’s like being a human mannequin, but with a lot more talking and emotion. One of the most important aspects of […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/why-acting-is-the-most-ridiculous-and-fun-profession-out-there/feed/ 0 The Actor’s Lexicon: Understanding Acting Terms and Phrases https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-lexicon-understanding-acting-terms-and-phrases/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-actors-lexicon-understanding-acting-terms-and-phrases https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-lexicon-understanding-acting-terms-and-phrases/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:12:59 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23660 Acting, like any other field of art, has its own unique terminology. If you’re looking to enter the world of acting or just curious to learn more about this creative pursuit, understanding these terms is essential. From terminology related to the physical act of performing on stage or in front of a camera, to terms […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/the-actors-lexicon-understanding-acting-terms-and-phrases/feed/ 0 Unlocking the Six Secrets of Acting https://www.nycastings.com/unlocking-the-six-secrets-of-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=unlocking-the-six-secrets-of-acting https://www.nycastings.com/unlocking-the-six-secrets-of-acting/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2023 21:48:53 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23645 Acting is an art that has captivated audiences for generations. Its power to evoke emotion and transport onlookers to another world is undoubtedly a skill admired by many, so it’s no surprise that actors are revered as some of the most influential people in the entertainment industry. To become a successful actor, there are secrets […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/unlocking-the-six-secrets-of-acting/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 A Life in Progress: The Evolution of a Character https://www.nycastings.com/a-life-in-progress-the-evolution-of-a-character/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-life-in-progress-the-evolution-of-a-character https://www.nycastings.com/a-life-in-progress-the-evolution-of-a-character/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2022 19:57:40 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23081 In a work of fiction, a character undergoes an evolution as the story progresses. This is often due to the character’s interactions with other characters, as well as the challenges they face. The result is a changed person, who is sometimes unrecognizable from the original version. This transformation can be both positive and negative, depending […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/a-life-in-progress-the-evolution-of-a-character/feed/ 0 How Technology is Changing the Way We View Acting https://www.nycastings.com/how-technology-is-changing-the-way-we-view-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-technology-is-changing-the-way-we-view-acting https://www.nycastings.com/how-technology-is-changing-the-way-we-view-acting/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2022 05:43:13 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22893 Technology has always played a role in the entertainment industry. From the earliest days of movies, technology has been used to create special effects and to bring stories to life on the big screen. But with the rise of digital technologies, we are starting to see a new kind of acting. Actors are no longer […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-technology-is-changing-the-way-we-view-acting/feed/ 0 Three Critical Steps Actors Can Take to Solve Problems https://www.nycastings.com/three-critical-steps-actors-can-take-to-solve-problems/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=three-critical-steps-actors-can-take-to-solve-problems https://www.nycastings.com/three-critical-steps-actors-can-take-to-solve-problems/#comments Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:10:54 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=22262 Albert Einstein had a point when he said, “If I had an hour to solve a problem I’d spend 55 minutes thinking about the problem and five minutes thinking about solutions.” The point being that being aware of the problem will help you solve it. When you decided to become an actor, did you realize […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/three-critical-steps-actors-can-take-to-solve-problems/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 If I Can Tell You’re Acting, Then You’re Not Acting https://www.nycastings.com/if-i-can-tell-youre-acting-then-youre-not-acting/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=if-i-can-tell-youre-acting-then-youre-not-acting https://www.nycastings.com/if-i-can-tell-youre-acting-then-youre-not-acting/#comments Sun, 08 Nov 2015 17:09:32 +0000 http://www.nycastings.com/?p=5643 “If you think you don’t need a refresher acting class, you’re dead wrong.” I was torn between titles for this article, so I decided to stick with my original thought which was “If I Can Tell You’re Acting, Then You’re Not Acting.” (The other title was “How to Get Away with Acting” – a play […]

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