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Burnout is a common challenge among actors, stemming from the intense demands and emotional nature of auditions and roles. Being aware of burnout is necessary for maintaining both mental health and career longevity in the entertainment industry. Here are a… Read More

If you haven’t booked any new gigs in a while, it’s a good idea to refresh your profile on Casting Frontier periodically to keep things fresh. It’s best practice to have a fully optimized profile. However, a lack of updates… Read More

Have you ever seen a person “freeze up” during an acting audition? Or maybe you’ve watched someone on America’s Got Talent who didn’t rehearse. If you’ve ever watched someone flop, it’s often obvious that little to no preparation was done…. Read More

Rori Bergman and Karlee Fomalont are both big fans of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences adding a Casting category to next year’s Oscars, but not for the reason you might think. To this pair of New York… Read More

Are you ready to grab your piece of the spotlight? If you have aspirations of being a teen actor, you are in luck. Now is a great time to “set the stage” for achieving your dreams as a performer. Whether… Read More

So you can sing, but you’re not a singer. Even if you’re doing non-musical theatre or even film, there are plenty of occasions on which you might need to sing. If you can sing but just generally, you know, don’t,… Read More

Getting cast for a role can be a challenging endeavor, especially for early-career actors. Independent films can provide great opportunities—and great roles—for actors who are just starting out and for those who are looking to add great footage to their… Read More

Success is being prepared to meet opportunities when they come. And they come suddenly and unexpectedly. Success means predicting opportunities and doing everything it takes to be prepared for that opportunity when you get it. Three things you know will… Read More

Being a great actor requires more than just reciting lines from a script. There are fundamental parts of acting that all performers must learn and master—the art of stage presence and audience connection. The good news is that learning these… Read More

When it comes to dressing for self tapes, you don’t need to be in costume. That said, it can be handy to have certain clothing items on hand for auditions. Keeping a small portion of your closet devoted to auditioning… Read More

“Red leather, yellow leather. The tip of the tongue, the teeth, the lips. Unique New York, unique New York, unique New York.” Sound familiar? At any given moment, from training programs to household self tape setups, actors are working on… Read More

If you’re an aspiring actor, you know that navigating the casting process can be tricky. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. We’ll walk you through the steps involved in casting calls, auditions and working with casting directors. We’ll also… Read More

Welcome to the captivating world of ensemble acting, where the intricate dance of collaboration brings narratives to life in ways that individual performances simply cannot replicate. From the outside, the endeavor of interweaving the expressions of multiple talents into a… Read More

Have you ever pictured yourself playing a leading role or ever wondered how those on-screen personalities snagged their first big break? Here’s a hint: It wasn’t all about good looks or raw talent. Having spent years working on productions both… Read More

Many casting directors found their way into the entertainment industry through unconventional means. Others knew that this was what they wanted to do from a very young age. At some point, they all felt a connection to show business and… Read More