Acting

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• Podcasts

  • Speak L.A. Podcast Speak L.A. the podcast is “a groundbreaking new series” in which insider Hollywood hosts, Jen and Camille, Interview the top players in the Film and T.V. industry. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    Ryan Brown - Agent - Speak L.A.

    In this episode, we discussed: What’s the difference between being an actor in LA and being an actor in Hawaii?  How much acting work is there in Hawaii?  Where is the very best place for an actor to live?  Can you have an agent in Hawaii AND in Los Angeles or New York? How does this agent define “The Ideal Client?” What quality leads to true confidence?

    1. Ryan Brown - Agent 38:17
    2. Stuart K. Robinson - CEO BBR Talent /Teacher/Actor 40:56
  • No Film School Podcast A podcast about how to build a career in filmmaking. No Film School shares the latest opportunities and trends for anyone working in film and TV. We break news on cameras, lighting, and apps. We interview leaders in screenwriting, directing, cinematography, editing, and producing. And we answer your questions! We are dedicated to sharing knowledge with filmmakers around the globe, “no film school” required. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    How This Writing Team Got Their First Feature (With a Little Help From This Podcast!) - The No Film School Podcast

    Aviary writers Jennifer Raite and Chris Cullari explain how a prior interview from the No Film School Podcast helped them connect with their lead actress and how to create an egoless partnership that producers want to work with… In this episode, we talk about… Producing a film during COVID with a little less than 14 days to shoot   Fielding a cast who’s down for the film’s size, location, and shooting schedule What it’s like working with actors who help move production forward easily   Writing a script that’s achievable even with significant limitations Creating a horror film focused on new information vs. new kills  The power of collaboration and advice for putting ego aside Studying other films and directors like studying game footage for athletes  Suggestions for getting your first feature made and the value of establishing relationships within the industry   Learning when, where, and how to put your foot down and pushback for the story    Links to Resources:  The Aviary - https://www.amazon.com/Aviary-Malin-Akerman/dp/B09KG7ZF3Q Malin’s Interview on NFS Podcast - https://nofilmschool.com/malin-akerman-chick-fight Find No Film School everywhere: On the Web https://nofilmschool.com/   Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/nofilmschool   Twitter  https://twitter.com/nofilmschool   YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/user/nofilmschool  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nofilmschool   Get your questions answered on the podcast by emailing [email protected]! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1. How This Writing Team Got Their First Feature (With a Little Help From This Podcast!) 39:05
    2. The Problem with TV, The Cat People's Narrative, And a Tool That Finally Crosses the Streams 56:56
  • Audition Secrets The audition process can make or break a performer's progress. Join Broadway veteran Justin Guarini every week to hear what it takes to stand out from the competition, avoid common mistakes, and unlock the next level of your musical theater career. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    The 3 C’s: The Keys To Creating Your "X Factor" - Audition Secrets

    Any performer can show up to an audition, but the most successful performers show up to an audition fully centered in the 3 C’s…and when you show up rooted in the 3 C’s you can access that unquantifiable, and mysterious thing that people often call the ‘X factor’. In this episode Justin breaks down the 3 C’s, and even gives you a guided exercise that will help you master one of the most important C’s he talks about. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1. The 3 C’s: The Keys To Creating Your "X Factor" 15:08
    2. Overcoming BAD Readers 12:18
  • The Honest Actors' Podcast Chats with actors, hosted by Jonathan Harden. A new guest in each episode discusses the things they struggle with, the challenges of being without work, and how they've survived rejection. "For anyone wanting to know what it is honestly like to be an actor, this is the podcast for you" - The Stage. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    4.07 - Steven Meo - The Honest Actors' Podcast

    My chat with Steve starts with a kid shitting on his own shoulder and ends with a welshman sipping gin in a camisole. If that doesn't hook you, you're looking at the wrong show. Interview by Jonathan Harden. Recorded via Zoom, June 2020. Studio facilities provided by irishvoiceovers.co.ukSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/honestactors. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    1. 4.07 - Steven Meo 01:03:02
    2. 4.06 - Bronagh Waugh 01:18:27
  • The 98% Podcast A podcast for actors, by actors; The 98% explores what life is *really* like for the majority of actors and performers who, rather than trying to find an outfit for the Oscar’s, are trying to find an outfit that makes them look as close to an 1850’s aristocrat as possible for an audition in 24 hours. In a world where we only really hear from successful and well-known actors, it can often feel like you're the only one working a day job and changing in a fast-food restaurant public toilet for an audition on your lunch break - that is not the case! We share anecdotes, interviews, advice and laugh, lament and talk openly and honestly about the real #actorslife. Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    M2E3 - Actors Helping Actors; a chinwag - The 98%

    In this episode Katie and Alexa have a catch up and fill you in on what's been happening behind the scenes. Hear about how things have been going for Katie in the writer's chair and why Alexa is feeling like she's stuck in a rut with classic frustrations for the 98% of actors. Grab a drink and pretend you're joining us at the pub for a classic #actorslife chat. It's shit, but we're all bloody brilliant!-New to The 98%? There’s 3 whole series for you to catch up on! Get ready for a no hold back, brutally honest look at being an actor like you've never heard before. With funny anecdotes, tips and advice and amazing insight from a range of industry professionals, from award winning casting directors and producers to fellow actors in The 98%.-Want to connect with other actors around the world, be coached, see castings, read in for self tapes or earn money reading for others? You can do all this and more at https://www.weaudition.com with 25% off your monthly subscription with the discount code 9825!-If you benefit from listening to the podcast and want to give a little back in a monetary sense to help with the upkeep of the technical side of podcasting, you can become a patron at https://www.patreon.com/the98percentpodEvery penny goes towards helping us be less out of pocket in keeping the podcast going - and there are perks and extras to be had in exchange!-Follow us on twitter! @the98percentpodCheck out our website and read our blog at www.the98percentpod.com -You can find Alexa and Katie on [email protected] @KatieElinSaltOr instagram @alexa_morden @katieelinsalt See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

    1. M2E3 - Actors Helping Actors; a chinwag 01:13:45
    2. M2E2 - Actors Helping Actors; WeAudition 01:16:48
  • OnStage Blog Podcast Breaking Down the Best Hollywood Musicals with Special Guests and More! Click play_circle_filled to listen to an episodecancelplay_circle_filled

    "Babes in Arms" - The Movie Musical Shakedown

    This week, Chris and guest host Ashley Griffin ("Stage Directions") take a look at a classic Mickey Rooney/Judy Garland musical. We discuss everything from Judy's star-making performance to the incredibly shocking end that's hard to watch in 2021.

    1. "Babes in Arms" 57:10
    2. "Flower Drum Song" 01:03:08

• Essentials

  • Marina Caldarone, Maggie Lloyd-Williams Actions: The Actors' Thesaurus Actors need actions. They cannot act adjectives, they need verbs. This thesaurus of active verbs helps the actor to refine the action-word until they hit exactly the right one to make the action come alive. cancel
  • Uta Hagen Respect for Acting At the invitation of Herbert Berghof, Uta Hagen joined the faculty of the HB Studio in 1947. Since then, teaching has always been a challenge for her, as well as for the many prominent actors whom she has helped to develop. For many years, she has been asked to write a book. Now, here it is: an account of her own struggle with the techniques of acting and based on her teachings. cancel
  • Backstage Casting Auditions, Casting Calls, Jobs, Talent Seeking, Advice Find and apply to over 5,000 casting calls, auditions and roles on Backstage, the most trusted platform for actors and models. Start and get cast today! cancel
    
  • Larry Garrison, Wallace Wang Breaking into Acting For Dummies Breaking into Acting For Dummies, 2nd Edition is the must-have guide for every actor looking to pursue his or her dreams of an acting career. This book helps readers understand how show business works, who the decision-makers are, and what their roles are in picking talent. More importantly, aspiring actors will find out how to promote themselves through headshots and resumes, learn how to find and work with agents and managers, and get the scoop on unions. In addition, Breaking Into Acting For Dummies, 2nd Edition offers tips on resilience in the face of rejection, as well as ideas for working in other fields while pursuing your acting career. cancel

• Courses

  • dummies Breaking Into Acting For Dummies Cheat Sheet Breaking into acting takes more than catching a lucky break. Take steps to show up prepared for your acting audition, like keeping your clothes measurements with you. Keep accurate records of your acting expenses so you can deduct them from your taxes. Learn to deal with the frustration of acting, and keep your hopes of becoming an actor alive. cancel
  • MasterClass Natalie Portman Teaches Acting Academy Award-winning actor Natalie Portman teaches you her personal techniques for creating extraordinary characters in her first-ever MasterClass. cancel
  • MasterClass Samuel L. Jackson Teaches Acting Learn acting essentials from Samuel L. Jackson. cancel
  • Udemy Top Acting Courses Online Learn Acting today: find your Acting online course on Udemy cancel

• Blogs

  • Backstage Blog Advice Acting advice, modeling advice, headshot advice, casting director advice, voiceover advice, and more from experts and industry professionals. cancel
  • OnStage Blog A Broadway and Community Theatre Publication Delivering a Fresh Perspective on the Theatre Industry With News, Insights, Tips, and Analysis. cancel
  • OnStage Blog Columns on The Acting Life Stories of the Actor's Preparation For Their Roles in Theatre. cancel
  • B.A.B.E. Blog This section is packed full of thoughts and love for you, the actor, getting out there and making a career of it. Enjoy. Comment. Laugh. Share. cancel

• Films and TV

  • Prime Video Show Business: The Road to Broadway Over the course of one Broadway musical season, we follow the four high-profile productions that would eventually become Tony nominees: "Wicked, " "Taboo, " "Caroline, or Change, " and "Avenue Q." cancel

• Websites

  • Speak L.A. Hollywood's #1 guide for actors, arriving, surviving, and thriving in L.A. Did we mention it's free? cancel
  • WeAudition Audition | Rehearse | Self-Tape | Get Advice Video auditions and video chat for actors. Learn lines and rehearse with others. cancel

• Near You

  • Meetup Acting groups Meet others in your local area interested in Acting on all levels. cancel
  • Meetup Theater groups Find over 2341 Theater groups with 2777928 members near you and meet people in your local community who share your interests. cancel
  • Meetup Drama groups Find over 223 Drama groups with 114505 members near you and meet people in your local community who share your interests. cancel
  • Meetup Community Theatre groups Find over 101 Community Theatre groups with 38716 members near you and meet people in your local community who share your interests. cancel