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Acting Across Mediums: Theatre, Film, and Television

Ilana Rapp — Sun, 12 May 2024 17:10:21 +0000

Acting is a craft that spans various mediums, each offering unique opportunities and challenges The three primary mediums where actors showcase their talent are theatre, film, and television. While the nature of acting remains the same, the techniques and career strategies differ significantly across these platforms. Let’s do a comparative analysis, highlighting the unique struggles […]

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Medical Simulations – The Role of Actors in Shaping Tomorrow’s Doctors

Ilana Rapp — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 19:45:05 +0000

In the world of medical education, there’s a unique crossover with the realm of theater. No, medical students aren’t being trained to take up the stage, but actors are stepping into medical classrooms to play a vital role. These actors, known as “standardized patients,” are an integral part of medical simulations, providing an authentic experience […]

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Underwater Performance Acting: An Art Between Breaths

Ilana Rapp — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:33:17 +0000

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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Nurturing the Spotlight: Advice for Aspiring Child Actors

Ilana Rapp — Wed, 17 May 2023 16:57:36 +0000

Brimming with talent and ambition, young actors often embark on a remarkable journey into the captivating world of acting. For aspiring child actors, the path can be both thrilling and demanding, requiring dedication, perseverance and guidance. To support these budding performers, it’s important to equip them with the right advice that nurtures their potential and […]

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Do You Have What It Takes to Become an Actor?

Ilana Rapp — Tue, 28 Feb 2023 20:35:53 +0000

Becoming an actor is a dream that many people hold. There’s something exhilarating about the idea of stepping into someone else’s shoes and bringing a character to life. But do you have what it takes to become an actor? Why do people even become actors? What drives them to pursue this challenging and competitive career? […]

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What Are Agents Looking For (And How Do I Help Them Find It In Me?)

Kurtis Bright — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 15:29:22 +0000

Being an actor is kind of like being in a club. And the people who aren’t in the club are often really perplexed by what we do: “How do you memorize all those lines?” “Don’t you get nervous?” “Why don’t you go to business school instead?” These are the kinds of questions we routinely get. […]

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IMPROVISATION: A MUST FOR ANY ACTOR

DirectSubmit — Tue, 08 Dec 2015 16:57:12 +0000

By Katie Northlich – Actor, Writer, Acting Coach, NYCastings Improv Coach I stand there in the small, airless audition room, just having slated my name and agency, waiting. The Director and Casting Director are talking quietly, shuffling papers amongst themselves. A small camera is perched on a tripod and is aimed at me. It’s funny. One […]

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