Blog Posts
7 Ways to Impress a Director
Being “directable” is one of the best qualities an actor can have. Directable actors get hired repeatedly. However, this seemingly simple concept proves difficult to obtain for many actors at all levels. Let’s examine the proper way to take a… Read More
Commercial Acting: 7 Tips to Keep it Professional on Set
Commercials are many actors’ bread and butter, but a commercial set can be an intimidating environment, especially if you’re new to it. It’s fast work and requires special skills such as adaptability. There are several types of roles you can… Read More
Dan Hubbard Discusses What it’s Like to Work With Guy Ritchie, Growing Up in Casting
The word that comes to mind when you’re talking to Dan Hubbard is “refreshing.” How else to describe someone who grew up in the casting business, but instead of being jaded, still geeks out about movies and TV shows he… Read More
What Casting Director Robert Sterne Looks for in Actors
Robert Sterne is one of the United Kingdom’s top casting directors, known for his work with casting partner Nina Gold on the acclaimed series The Crown. Sterne’s many awards include five Emmys — three for casting Game of Thrones (2015,… Read More
17 Actors Reflect on Juggling the Self and Character
“Act the part and you will become the part.” –the late 19th-century philosopher and psychologist William James Acting is a mysterious art form. When actors try to define the craft of acting, expect creative and abstract descriptions that are unique… Read More
Flawless Virtual Audition Tips
You want your virtual auditions to stand out, and I want yours to stand out. So, how do we make this happen every time? It’s pretty simple. Keep reading for a list of clear virtual audition tips to help make… Read More
