Blog Posts
Tips on How to Enter and Exit the Audition Room
“I just did what I consider to be one of the most difficult things to do in my profession of acting, which is to walk as yourself.” —Helen Mirren Walking and greeting people are actions that most of us take… Read More
Hollywood Greats Discuss Misconceptions about Acting
Zendaya, Glenn Close, Kate Winslet and Carey Mulligan were recently asked about misconceptions people have regarding acting during a Hollywood Reporter Roundtable. While there are many acting myths, here are four responses these exceptionally talented women gave on the spot. … Read More
Flexibility: How It Can Affect Your Career in Many Positive Ways!
How can a little flexibility help you as an actor? In more ways than you might think. Actors should be flexible students of their craft. Why have just one teacher? Why train in only one technique? You can study at… Read More
3 Tips to Improve Your Demo Reel
Everyone knows how important headshots are in making a first impression, but a high-quality actor demo reel is no less essential. Reels showcase your unique personality, look, and brand. They also document your best on-camera performance to date and display… Read More
‘United States vs. Billie Holiday’ Star Andra Day Receives Two Golden Globe Nods
Andra Day initially tried to talk herself out of taking on the role of Billie Holiday in United States vs. Billie Holiday, but now she’s nominated for two Golden Globe Awards—Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Drama as well as… Read More
Dear SAG-AFTRA Actors, It Is Time To Get Educated
If you’re a SAG-AFTRA actor auditioning and working in television and film, here’s a situation you may find yourself in: It is expected of you to read and know all the terms of the SAG-AFTRA TV/Theatrical Contract, but there isn’t… Read More
Timothée Chalamet on the Craft of Acting
Timothée Chalamet’s superstardom has grown with rapid speed and remarkable acclaim. At 25 years of age, the charismatic actor has garnered tremendous respect from his fellow thespians for his ease with the craft. He’s also gained an almost cultish admiration from… Read More
‘Sound of Metal’ Star Riz Ahmed Receives Golden Globe Nomination
The 78th Annual Golden Globes Awards nominations are in, and Sound of Metal star Riz Ahmed is up for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama. Writer-director Darius Marder’s feature debut tells the riveting story of a punk-metal drummer named… Read More
Alix Wilton Regan: Behind the Voice of Cyberpunk 2077’s Alt Cunningham
Actress Alix Wilton Regan is the voice of Alt Cunningham in Cyberpunk 2077, the action role-playing video game developed and published by CD Projekt. Regan is also the voice and body of several characters in other well-known games that have… Read More
7 Inspiring ‘Big Break’ Stories from Lupita Nyong’o and More Actors
Imagine scarfing down a slice at your local pizza shop as a stranger approaches. “Are you interested in modeling?” they ask. You reply that you would much rather act and are looking for an agent. And that’s how it happens…. Read More
Best Cameras for Self Tape Auditions
Choosing a camera setup for self tape auditions can feel like an overwhelming task. Fortunately, Casting Frontier has excellent solutions for self tapes to give actors the competitive edge. But, for now, let’s consider the potential value of various cameras… Read More
Audition Advice from Broadway Casting Director Tara Rubin
When casting director Tara Rubin speaks about her work with actors, her love and respect for performers is clear to see. During her college years, Rubin herself majored in acting at Boston University. “It was pretty clear after the first… Read More
