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How to do things in entertainment.

The-Actors-Lexicon-Understanding-Acting-Terms-and-Phrases

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 ...
10-Proven-Tips-and-Tricks-for-Delivering-a-Great-Acting-Performance

Acting is a complex and multi-faceted craft, requiring both imagination and technique. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced actor, there are certain tips and tricks to help you achieve ...
Idina Menzel in Wicked. Photo by Jane Marcus.

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 ...
Cloris Leachman, Marty Feldman, Teri Garr, Gene Wilder in Young Frankenstein

This article delves deeper into body language, particularly, the negative kind. It’s a follow-up to our previous article Too Much Body Language can Destroy Your Performance. Be sure to check it ...
Faye Dunaway as Joan Crawford in Mommie Dearest

The power of body language has been established and recognized in many aspects of life, especially in the field of acting. It’s a potent tool in communication and can express ...
Tips for Picking a Monologue

Choosing a good monologue for an audition or reel is a daunting task. There’s so much out there, and so much of it doesn’t seem very good! The decision can also ...
5-Tips-for-Mastering-Method-Acting

For aspiring actors looking to take their craft to the next level, method acting is a powerful tool. It involves becoming fully immersed in a character in order to create ...
Running-a-Theater-Business

Running a theater business is an exciting but daunting task. It requires immense dedication and hard work to make sure the show is successful, especially if you have kids in ...
Youthful-Stardom-Pros-and-Cons

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 ...
Lucille Ball in I Love Lucy

Capturing the audience’s attention is a challenge all actors face. Whether it’s delivering a monologue, performing a scene, or even telling an anecdote on stage, the actor must be able ...
3-Keys-to-Building-Trust-and-Rapport-with-Kids-on-Set

Working with children on set can be both incredibly rewarding, and incredibly difficult. With so many people involved in the production, it’s important that actors are able to build trust ...
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Dyslexia is a common learning disability (a neurological disorder) that can affect reading, writing and spelling abilities. Although it’s most often diagnosed in children, it can also affect and/or continue ...
Even Peters as Jeffrey Dahmer

There are many different aspects that go into creating a believable character — there’s more to it than just memorizing and delivering lines. One important element is the physicality of ...
How Do I Make My Self-Tape Auditions Look Good

Self-tape auditions became a necessity when COVID-19 broke out in 2020, and while many things have begun to revert back to “normal,” it appears that self-tape auditions are here to stay. But you’re an ...
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Yes, TV has come a long way since the days of Leave it to Beaver and The Brady Bunch. There are now entire networks devoted to crime and violence, and ...
Tatiana Maslany as Alison Hendrix in Orphan Black

What is it about a bad performance that is so alluring? Is it the *schadenfreude of seeing someone who is usually so polished and perfect stumble? Or is it something ...
Margot Robbie and Leonardo DiCaprio in The Wolf of Wall Street

In today’s society, we’re seeing an influx of different cultures in the entertainment field. With this comes a new wave of actors who are auditioning with different accents. This can ...
Henry Cavill in The Witcher

Some of the world’s greatest actors have a few secrets up their sleeves that help them to become the amazing performers they are. These secrets, while they may be different ...
NYCastings-Tourettes Syndrome

When singer Billie Eilish opened up in interviews with David Letterman and Ellen Degeneres about how her Tourette Syndrome, a tic disorder, has affected her life and career, she probably ...
5 Reasons Why Acting Is the Best Exercise for Seniors

Acting may seem like an unusual form of exercise for seniors, but it actually has a lot of benefits. There really is no age limit when it comes to acting. ...