Acting

Guidance for actors and tips for improving your skills

A Guide For Actors With Attitude

We all know that having a reputation for a bad attitude is not a good career move, but how to make sure you don't become an accidental diva? Communicate, check yourself, breathe, and read on!

Meisner and Adler and Strasberg, Oh My!

From Meisner to Adler to Strasberg, there is a dizzying array of acting theorists and methodologies out there. Here, we take a look at some of the most prominent and ask the question, which is your favorite?

The Importance of Community Theatre

Community theater...a lifeline for many. Let's take a moment to explore why community theater is so important to individuals, and to our world as a whole.

Self-Tape Auditions - Do's and Don'ts

Self-tape auditions are becoming more and more common in the present climate. Here are our tips on how to put your best self forward in digital form.

"Are they better than me?" Dealing with insecurity and rejection.

An actor's life is tough and watching someone else get the part you know you were perfect for is even harder. So, how do we best deal with our insecurities?

Thriving as a Community Theater in a COVID-19 Era

Community theatres are struggling right now. We all want to perform, but how will we do it safely? Blogger Jason LeBlanc explores some creative options.

Mourning the Shows We Have Lost

Many of us were in the middle of rehearsing/performing great shows when COVID-19 struck. How do we mourn the shows we may never get the chance to return to?

Help! I Have To Do An Accent!

Working on a new accent for the first time can be a terrifying prospect. Here, we share some tips on how to approach a new dialect (and sound authentic!)

An Actor's Toolkit: What to Keep and What to Throw Out

Good acting is complicated. There are a ton of tools available to help us improve our craft, but which are the most effective? Which do you keep?

Generalize Your Portfolio - Why it is Useful to Have More Than One String in Your Bow

It’s no secret that finding work in theatre is a game of chance. But, as someone with a diverse skill set, more opportunities might just come your way!

Playing Killers: Notes From an Actor Repeatedly Cast as Murderers

Nice guys can play terrifying killers right?! Blogger (and lovely human!) Dean Linnard shares his experiences of being repeatedly cast as the bad guy.

They Want Me to Do What? How to Take an Adjustment.

Don't crash and burn if the director gives you an unexpected adjustment in your next audition. Discover what you need to know to take an adjustment well!