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Acting advice from NYCastings. Advice on everything to do with Acting, Modeling, Theatre & Show business.

Discover Your Unique Acting Type in 5 Simple Steps

As an aspiring actor, finding your “type” is a crucial step in the journey to success. Your type is the category of characters you are most suited to play based ...
DirectSubmit Talent Dashboard

Here is a quick explanation of the elements of your Talent Dashboard. You can also use the My Account link in the header of the website to access these same ...
10 Books On Acting Every Actor Should Read

Embarking on a journey in the acting world is a unique adventure that requires not just raw talent but also a deep understanding of the craft. Books on acting serve ...
How to Become a Successful Commercial Actor

Breaking into commercial acting can be an exciting and lucrative career path. If you’re interested in becoming a commercial actor, here are some essential steps to get you started, insights into ...
What is the difference between a Talent Agent and a Talent Manager?

Many people may get confused between a talent agent and a talent manager because these two professionals often work closely together and may have overlapping responsibilities. Both talent agents and ...
DirectSubmit 2.0 Coming In 2025

Exciting changes are coming to DirectSubmit! We’re thrilled to announce that we’re working on a major update to the website, set to launch in 2025. Our goal is to make ...
Making a Better Self-Taped Audition - Questions to Ask Your Casting Director

Hey there, aspiring actors! So, you’ve got your script, your camera is ready, and you’re about to dive into creating that perfect self-taped audition. Self-taped auditions have become a staple ...
How Creating Your Own Characters Can Open Doors in Acting

For many actors, waiting for the right role can feel endless. But one of the most effective ways to kickstart your career is by creating your own characters and monologues. ...
New Icon World Agency

Hi Diana, tell us a little more about yourself and what you do. My name is Diana, Mexican born and raised. Leo sun.. Libra rising. I graduated from Fashion school ...
The difficulty of being a Trans actor

The entertainment industry has always been a challenging arena, but for trans actors and drag queens, the hurdles can feel particularly steep. Despite their immense talent and creativity, these artists ...
Why Do Actors Often Play the Same Kinds of Characters in Every Film - DirectSubmit

As actors and performers, many of you might find yourselves wondering why certain actors seem to repeatedly land the same types of roles. From the action hero to the romantic ...
Direct Submitting

Here are some tips to address good Direct Submitting etiquette. Please read and use these tips when submitting to projects. … Do not submit to projects in states you are ...
Pamela S. Kramer, Intuitive Acting Coach

Seasoned Coach. Understanding/Compassionate, to guide you into expanding your abilities. Having Pamela as your coach, you will learn to trust your intuition, hear the silences, and stretch your character range. ...

October can be a breadwinner for actors. With Halloween comes a surge in demand for performers who can entertain, frighten, and bring the season’s spooky energy to life. Haunted attractions, ...
Casting Director Rich Delia

Rich Delia is widely regarded as one of the most respected casting directors in the industry. Celebrated for his keen eye for talent and his expertise in casting both rising ...
How Curiosity Drives Growth in an Actors Career

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 ...
Julie Schubert. Photo credit Briana Dunlay.

Julie Schubert, an Emmy Award-winning casting director known for her exceptional ability to recognize talent and pair actors with roles that bring characters to life, brings us great insight as ...
Timothée Chalamet in Don't Look Up

Comedic relief is often misunderstood and underappreciated. However, when done skillfully, it can turn into the highlight of a film, providing viewers with a much-needed pause from the intensity while ...
NYCastings-Actors-Singers-Dancers-Did-You-Know

Did you know that knowledge and preparation are key to standing out and thriving? For many aspiring and seasoned actors, singers and dancers, there’s a constant hunger to learn industry ...
Summer with friends

The transition from summer to fall is a pivotal time for entertainers. We work when others have time off. We hustle and grind like there’s no tomorrow. So as the ...