When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, I did what all acting studios had to do and moved my classes online. Now that I’m offering in-person classes again, I can reflect back on almost two years of online-only classes to answer this question: are online acting classes worth it? In my honest opinion, there are pros and … Continue reading “Are Online Acting Classes Worth It?”
+View PostThere’s nothing like live theatre. It’s an exciting, dynamic, and immersive experience for the audience and performers. Do you dream of being a theatre actor? It’s hard work, but it’s rewarding, and you will grow as an actor. Austin has great opportunities for theatre actors, and after a long hiatus due to COVID-19, the Austin … Continue reading “How to Find Theatre Auditions in Austin, Texas”
+View PostAll new actors want to know the major do’s and don’t’s for auditions, and we’ve heard the horror stories about auditions gone wrong. Luckily, I have one major tip that will make the whole process simpler for you: make the reader shine. This tip comes from Vancouver-based acting coach Matthew Harrison of The Actor’s Foundry. … Continue reading “Tips For Auditions: Make the Reader Shine”
+View PostThe film and TV industry is full of opportunities for actors in Austin; however, working in Texas is different from working in Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta, and other major industry hubs. In this guide, I’m going to break down what every new actor needs to know about working in Texas and becoming SAG-AFTRA eligible. … Continue reading “What All Actors in Austin Need to Know About Working in Texas”
+View PostMy students always want to know how to start acting in Austin. After you have some training under your belt, it’s a good idea to get headshots made. If you want to know how to take headshots for acting, keep reading. I’m going to give you all my best tips and the best Austin headshot photographers … Continue reading “How to Take Headshots For Acting”
+View PostMemorizing lines is a crucial part of becoming an actor, but almost every actor has trouble with it. Yes, even the movie stars. Luckily, there are some simple methods you can try to help you memorize your lines faster and make sure they stick. In this guide, I’m going to break down my top seven … Continue reading “How to Memorize Lines Like a Pro”
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