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6 Netflix Shows An Aspiring Actor Should Study
Most people don’t think of “Netflix and chill” as a way to do their homework. However, most people aren’t actors who are devoted to their craft. You can binge-watch hundreds of series on Netfli...
Read moreLike any professional field, the acting industry has its own terminology, commonly-used abbreviations, and slang. Below is a quick cheat sheet for the working actor that introduces some of the com...
Read moreWhat does the Meisner Technique Teach?
The Repetition Exercise and How it Works:Sanford Meisner I’m asked all the time “What do you teach actors? What do you learn in a Meisner Technique program?” I mean truly, the skill sets require...
Read moreAn Introduction to LA Pilot Season for Actors
Pilot season in Los Angeles is a bit like the holiday season everywhere else: Some people are celebrating, some people are depressed and everyone is spectacularly stressed. However, instead of ...
Read moreStage, Film and Television: Differences for the Beginning Actor
There are three major platforms for actors: stage, film and television. Decades ago, it was relatively rare for actors to successfully crossover between these mediums. Instead, most actors would e...
Read moreBeyond Repetition – by Elizabeth Mestnik
“To Behave Truthfully under Imaginary Circumstances” – Sanford Meisner’s definition of acting. The Independent Activity is the next step after the basic repetition exercise. It is the phase of the...
Read moreApproaching The Character - An Actors Perspective
Post by Michael Yurchak Developing characters is a much-debated topic and something that comes up again and again with students, coaches, professionals and newbies. My own approach is one I have f...
Read moreTop 7 Acting Schools in Los Angeles
Los Angeles is the center for aspiring actors looking to learn the craft of acting and pursue a career in television and film. With so many schools and classes to choose from, finding the right o...
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