Author: Robyn Gibbes

The whole world is being seriously challenged right now and there is no Industry, more seriously impacted than the arts.. This pandemic is having a huge impact on so many people. From actors and entertainers, producers and directors, to ushers and cleaners. We are all

As Corona Virus spreads so too can kindness…….. As more and more productions grind to a halt, theatres and cinemas close down, drama schools, universities and schools are in lock down, it’s easy to see why there is so much panic int he world! The

Above all else, acting workshops and classes allow you to experiment, to try new methods and approaches of working, without a director restricting you to their particular character portrayal.  So what are the benefits of acting workshops/ classes? I have broken it down to 6

The various tools I will be pointing out here will help create and maintain your  digital space, which in turn helps book more auditions and thereby jobs. I know a lot of you don’t like to see or think of yourself as a brand but

OR How to do your best audition? The answer is easy. A Self Tape! Why? Because you put the audition down where you are comfortable (in your own home, with surroundings that make you comfortable rather than nervous) in your own time, and you have

I bumped into an actor the other day. Not just someone who has done a few projects here and there, but a really great actor who has lots of experience and rave reviews about his work. I don’t believe he is an awarded actor though

Like most actors you start with your agent.  The dialogue goes something like this:  “My friend Jo Blogs is auditioning for this new series for the role of Jo. I’ve read the character notes and know that I’m perfect for it! Can you get me

I’ve been reading an article lately that suggests our fate is driven by our ancestors and lineage. As much as 50 – 60%!  I found this quite staggering! So it begs the question,  what role does fate play in our lives? And how much is

Rather than writing my own article this week, I’m giving you an article from GQ magazine, interviewing one of our great actors that is not a household name, yet never stops working on his own terms – Edward Norton. 100 years ago the only way

It depends who you ask! Some may say you need to sing and dance. Others say learn a musical instrument, learn a language. All are valid. But if you don’t know how to communicate with genuine rapport then you are way behind from the beginning.