NYCastings - DirectSubmit » storytelling 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 Curiosity Drives Growth in an Actor’s Career https://www.nycastings.com/how-curiosity-drives-growth-in-an-actors-career/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-curiosity-drives-growth-in-an-actors-career https://www.nycastings.com/how-curiosity-drives-growth-in-an-actors-career/#comments Mon, 23 Sep 2024 19:51:47 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25555 Curiosity is an invaluable trait that often distinguishes good actors from great ones. It represents an attitude that drives performers to investigate, try new things, and broaden their perspectives. Rather than being a momentary fascination with our surroundings, curiosity embodies an ongoing quest to grasp the intricacies of human experience. For actors, nurturing this curiosity […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/how-curiosity-drives-growth-in-an-actors-career/feed/ 0 Child Actors – Keep Your Skills Sharp During Summer Break https://www.nycastings.com/child-actors-keep-your-skills-sharp-during-summer-break/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=child-actors-keep-your-skills-sharp-during-summer-break https://www.nycastings.com/child-actors-keep-your-skills-sharp-during-summer-break/#comments Mon, 17 Jun 2024 18:25:54 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25343 During the summer break, child actors can relax and enjoy themselves while also using the time to improve their acting abilities and prepare for future roles. Whether they are beginners or experienced performers, there are numerous ways to maintain their skills over the summer months. This article will discuss different activities and advice to assist […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/child-actors-keep-your-skills-sharp-during-summer-break/feed/ 0 7 Lessons to Learn from Actors Who Have Not Had Acting Lessons https://www.nycastings.com/7-lessons-to-learn-from-actors-who-have-not-had-acting-lessons/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=7-lessons-to-learn-from-actors-who-have-not-had-acting-lessons https://www.nycastings.com/7-lessons-to-learn-from-actors-who-have-not-had-acting-lessons/#comments Tue, 11 Jun 2024 18:54:06 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=25338 There are countless tales of actors who have reached great heights without undergoing formal training. Starting from modest origins and eventually basking in the glow of the limelight, these performers frequently attribute their success to innate abilities, unwavering resolve, and an unconventional approach to their art. Their experiences provide valuable wisdom for budding actors, demonstrating […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/7-lessons-to-learn-from-actors-who-have-not-had-acting-lessons/feed/ 0 Creating A Captivating Female Lead In A Feature Film https://www.nycastings.com/creating-a-captivating-female-lead-in-a-feature-film/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=creating-a-captivating-female-lead-in-a-feature-film https://www.nycastings.com/creating-a-captivating-female-lead-in-a-feature-film/#comments Thu, 16 Nov 2023 17:48:26 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24772 Creating a captivating female lead in a feature film is an intricate and nuanced process that demands a deep understanding of character development, storytelling, and representation. The key to success lies in crafting a female protagonist who is not only relatable and engaging but also resonates with audiences on a deeper, more meaningful level. In […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/creating-a-captivating-female-lead-in-a-feature-film/feed/ 0 Virtual Reality Acting – Embracing the VR Frontier https://www.nycastings.com/virtual-reality-acting-embracing-the-vr-frontier/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=virtual-reality-acting-embracing-the-vr-frontier https://www.nycastings.com/virtual-reality-acting-embracing-the-vr-frontier/#comments Tue, 15 Aug 2023 17:01:42 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24574 Virtual Reality (VR) has continued making waves across various sectors – from gaming to education to real estate. As the world steadily shifts from conventional experiences to digital encounters, the realm of acting is not exempt from this transformative tide. For actors, VR presents a new frontier, one where traditional methods merge with the digital, […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/virtual-reality-acting-embracing-the-vr-frontier/feed/ 0 Underwater Performance Acting: An Art Between Breaths https://www.nycastings.com/underwater-performance-acting-an-art-between-breaths/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=underwater-performance-acting-an-art-between-breaths https://www.nycastings.com/underwater-performance-acting-an-art-between-breaths/#comments Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:33:17 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24555 In cinema and theater, there exists a fascinating field known as underwater performance acting. This form of art requires actors to immerse themselves, quite literally, to bring characters to life in an aquatic setting. Whether it’s the profound underwater scenes in movies like The Shape of Water or specialized underwater theaters offering a unique viewing […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/underwater-performance-acting-an-art-between-breaths/feed/ 0 Understanding How Your Character Relates to Adults vs. Children https://www.nycastings.com/understanding-how-your-character-relates-to-adults-vs-children/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-how-your-character-relates-to-adults-vs-children https://www.nycastings.com/understanding-how-your-character-relates-to-adults-vs-children/#comments Tue, 01 Aug 2023 18:48:28 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24539 One of the most captivating elements of our art is the capacity to explore the inner workings of our characters and bring them to life in a manner that connects with various audiences. The way a character interacts with different generations can significantly influence their portrayal, infusing the storytelling process with intricacy and richness. Let’s […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/understanding-how-your-character-relates-to-adults-vs-children/feed/ 0 Laughter, Lessons, and Learning: The Impact of Children’s Theater https://www.nycastings.com/laughter-lessons-and-learning-the-impact-of-childrens-theater/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=laughter-lessons-and-learning-the-impact-of-childrens-theater https://www.nycastings.com/laughter-lessons-and-learning-the-impact-of-childrens-theater/#comments Wed, 21 Jun 2023 19:17:44 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=24383 Children’s theater is a vibrant part of the performing arts world, focusing on creating theatrical experiences specifically designed for young audiences. It demands a unique set of skills from actors, including the ability to engage, entertain, and inspire children through interactive performances, storytelling, and physical comedy. There’s a magical world of children’s theater which is […]

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]]> https://www.nycastings.com/laughter-lessons-and-learning-the-impact-of-childrens-theater/feed/ 0 The Conflict of Manipulating Situations https://www.nycastings.com/the-conflict-of-manipulating-situations/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-conflict-of-manipulating-situations https://www.nycastings.com/the-conflict-of-manipulating-situations/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2022 20:12:03 +0000 https://www.nycastings.com/?p=23210 There’s a conflict in the acting world of whether an actor should or should not manipulate different types of situations. Then, there’s the conflict of real life manipulation vs. storytelling manipulation. Actors are often called upon to manipulate situations in order to create a desired effect. This can be done through their words, actions or […]

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