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Should Actors Write Their Own Monologue?
I have given many private online mentoring sessions and the question that I frequently get is “Should they write my own monologue?” It is true, you want and need to be able to connect with your monologue, so writing from you personal experiences can be extremely helpful. You Probably Should Not Write Your Monologue Here […]
This Can Blow Up Your Career – In a Bad Way
The acting and modeling industry can be frustrating at times. If you are not really savvy, there are ways you react to situations that can blow up your career – in a bad way. I had a situation with an audition and call back for a TV show that was very frustrating. I felt angry […]
3 Things Actors Can Do to Increase Their Chances of Booking a Job
There are 3 things actors can do to help their chances of booking an audition.
What Does it Mean When an Actor Is Pinned
What does it mean when an actor gets pinned? I was invited to audition for a TV show by the same casting director who had me read for the recurring role I booked on the Netflix show House of Cards. It is Not a Fluke You are brought back to read for other projects because […]
I Had a Horrible Experience
I had a horrible experience on my way to an audition and a booking on the same day. I decided to take the bus to New York for an afternoon modeling job. It is not how I like to travel, but it is convenient and easier than driving in traffic. The day before my shoot, […]
This Can Be Devastating – and it Happened to Me
I recently had a few companies ask me to help them find actors and models for various projects. I ran into a devastating situation and I want to make sure it does not happen to you. Tried Reaching Out Actors and models on my mailing list who were right for the roles, received audition emails. […]
What You Should and Never Ask a Casting Director
I was recently at an audition for a TV commercial and had an important question for the casting director. This would not be a good time or way to ask a question!!! Actors should know that casting directors are on our side. They want us to be great and give wonderful auditions. Even if they […]
Keeping These Records Can Make You a Lot of Money
It is essential that both actors and models keep great records. Knowing what jobs you have done can help make you a lot of money. I find that especially for pharmaceutical and insurance ads, clients need to know what other jobs you have done for companies in those industries. They need to know that you […]
To Dye or Not to Dye (your hair) That is the Question
Whether you are thinking about dyeing your hair or even if that does not effect you, you want to watch this video. There is so much uncertainty about whether having grey/white hair will help ones acting or modeling career. That is a complicated question to answer. For years I knew that my younger looking face […]
I Felt Really Bad About This
I did not book a TV commercial and felt really bad about it. I know, I know, I always tell the students I mentor or during my workshops that after the audition, critique it, celebrate that you had an audition and got through it, then let it go. I know but!!! Still, I spent over […]
Why Today Was the Perfect Day to Get My Haircut
Today was the perfect day for me to get my hair cut. When you watch the video you will learn why today was the right day to change my look and get my hair cut. Never Cut Your Hair Until After You Learned That You Didn’t Book the Audition In This video you will […]
4 Things That Will Help You Book the Job
There are 4 things you can do that will help you book the acting or modeling job. I had a great opportunity to help other actors get booked for a few industrial films. I was asked by some people whom I had done some films for in the past, if I could find actors for […]
3 Things to do When Work is Slow
There are 3 things all actors and models should do when work is slow. Virtually all actors and models go through time periods when work is slow. I was recently on a roll. Got cast in an ABC pilot, worked on a Steve Carell feature and then right after those jobs I had a 2-day […]
A Huge Actor’s Resume Mistake
Some actors make a huge mistake on their acting resume. If you haven’t done many acting jobs then list the classes you have taken on your resume as well as the instructor/school. This information will make the difference between getting a chance to audition or not being considered. I was recently asked to help find actors for […]
I Know This is Crazy – But I Love It
I know this is crazy, but I love doing this. As we prepare for an audition, whether it be film, TV or even a commercial, we should always try and memorize the sides. Whether you have the sides memorized or are just really familiar with them, always have the sides in your hand during the […]
Don’t Do This – I Should Know – Because I Did
You should never do this. The reason why I know is because I did!! I had an audition for a TV show in New York. I decided to take it easy and not drive, so I took a bus. This allowed me to study my sides and even sleep a little before the audition. I […]
I Booked a TV Pilot – Part 2
It is really hard to get cast in a TV pilot. Just getting the audition itself is difficult. So many people are submitted for each role. Then to and actually book it, wow, it feels amazing. I was very excited to get the great news. I am going to share some additional information of behind the […]
I Got Booked on an ABC Pilot
While giving workshops in South Africa, I got an email telling me I was booked for an ABC pilot. It is very hard to get these types of bookings. Casting directors can receive anywhere between 500-1500 head shot/resume submissions per role. Then, only a small percentage of those actors get the chance to audition. After […]
I Decided to Make a Major Change in My Acting Career
To be perfectly honest with you, I am a little uncomfortable about sharing this personal information about what change I decided to make in my Career. But, after some thought I decided that it would be helpful to others, so here it goes. Your Type It is crucial that both actors and models understand their […]
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