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As we all learn early on when we get into the acting game, choices are important. It could even be said that making strong choices is the key difference between being a decent actor and being an excellent one. But ...

“I’ll always be there because I’m a skilled professional actor. Whether or not I’ve any talent is beside the point.” – Michael Caine Does everyone remember when they booked their first paying gig? It’s truly an amazing feeling –  whether ...

Newer actors face a terrible dilemma that’s familiar to anyone who has ever searched for a job just out of school in this era of late capitalism. It can be summed up like this imaginary job ad: “Entry level positions ...

Acting coach Joseph Pearlman speaks with a tremendous positive energy and enthusiasm that’s downright infectious. But it’s the information he imparts to the actors he’s working with that’s the real gift he offers. Pearlman’s message is all about empowerment: helping ...

Kids have a natural affinity for acting; it exists in their play, in their wild imaginations as yet unburdened by the grumpy woes of adults, and in their lives in general, as they make their way in the world on ...

Ask anyone who acts: there is no better job in the world. Nowhere else do you get paid money to connect with the deepest, most intimate parts of yourself and express them in the safest way possible – via other ...

Kids Auditions: How to Keep Your Child Actor Happy, Healthy, and Successful! For those of us who have spent any time in the theater and film, there is nothing more heartening than seeing kids and teens who have been bitten by ...

When we look at our favorite stars on the silver screen or bask in the glamour of Oscar night or other red carpet events from the comfort of our living rooms, it’s easy to forget that acting wasn’t always like ...

Voice-Over Terms Glossary ADR: Automated Dialogue Replacement in a film. A process where actors replace dialogue in a film or video. Ad lib: A spontaneous spoken addition or alteration to a written script. Accent: Pronunciation common to a certain group of people. ...

Show business is full of colorful acting terminology. Here is a short list of Showbiz terms that an actor might want to be familiar with! A-LIST – Usually refers to top-tier actors/actresses who are paid upwards of $20 million per feature film; can also ...

Looking to heat up your acting career? You can! By learning how to spark on-screen acting chemistry in every scene, you’ll help ensure that all eyes stay on you from your very first audition to your movie’s premier. And when ...

My definition of bliss? Watching Michael C. Hall perform in, well… anything! As an actor, he has a way of conveying many layers with a subtle yet dynamic energy. And in his latest film, The Trouble with Bliss, Michael once ...

NATURE vs. NURTURE… When it comes to that age old debate…  both nature and nurture are equally impactful for actors looking to reach their highest artistic level. “Growth as an actor and growth as a human being are synonymous,” shares ...

Shining with energy, passion and an empowering purpose – legendary acting coach, actress and writer Susan Batson knows how to turn any actor into a golden character. It’s an eclectic process. It’s like a science, shares Susan Batson. Basically and ...

Casting over 30 projects a year, Jamibeth Margolis knows what it takes to build a note worthy career. I love working with actors and knowing actors, says Jamibeth. I love the creative process of working with writes, directors, producers and ...

Attention talented actors… If you want to get work and keep working then you must conduct yourself like a business, says personal manager Ingrid French of Ingrid French Management. Sometimes very talented and creative individuals can forget that this is ...

There’s more to theatre than just someone enacting something on the stage. There are different kinds of theatre productions that cover different types of themes and styles. Whether you’re planning to start your own theatre project are looking to get ...

In the entertainment industry, success hinges not only on talent but also eventually when an actors becomes a ‘Name Actor’ on marketability and public appeal. One crucial metric used to assess the popularity and attractiveness of actors and celebrities is ...

Choosing the right agent is one of the most important decisions an actor can make in their career. An agent not only helps find auditions and negotiate contracts but also plays a defining role in long-term career development. Therefore, when ...

In recent times, a debate has stirred the entertainment industry, particularly the acting community, revolving around the practice of self-taping auditions. Notably, Olivia Colman, an acclaimed actress, has voiced her opinion, labeling the request for actors to self-tape as disrespectful. ...