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Learning lines a problem?

As Bill Nighy once said “If you’re doing anything, whether it’s a play or a film, learn every single word that you have to say backwards forwards and sideways before you go into a rehearsal room and before you go on a film set. There

Does your audition have a secret ingredient?

Do you cook? Have you ever had someone to dinner and they own a restaurant? Or perhaps they are a professional chef? I have. Wow, talk about pressure. What is that feeling? Well, in my case, it was almost like I had to prove myself.

Head Shots

It has always been part of the actors tool kit to have both the show reel and the headshot. And the question we as CD’s keep being asked is “what are you looking for in a headshot?” It’s like this guys. It’s really very simple.

What is your reputation worth?

Too often, we see actors so hungry to get a break or make a $$ that they compromise themselves not just for this project but for future work. From the time my son was old enough to understand the spoken word I instilled in him

How To Find the Best Agent

We are constantly being asked “How do I find the best agent for me? “ or “ can you recommend a good agent?” The answer to these questions is -it’s an individual thing and for that reason we cannot recommend an agent for you. Not

What lights up a Casting Directors Day?

There are many drama teachers and acting tutors imploring you to take control of your audition. It is your time! It is your chance to impress! OK. That is what you want. What do I want? The casting director. (I have been casting full time

How do you make a casting director smile?

Casting Directors are funny types. Not funny ha ha. Funny strange. For many actors, the fear and trepidation they experience in front of Casting directors –especially in auditions -is akin to facing off against Cerberus –a three headed dog from hell who guarded the entrance