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Casting Director Allison Jones and Associate Emily Buntyn Reveal Larry David’s Wild Audition Process Behind ‘Curb Your Enthusiasm’
Take one look at Allison Jones’ filmography, and it’s clear that she is an absolute legend when it comes to comedy. If it were just the movies she’s done, that would be enough. The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Bridesmaids, Lady Bird, and… Read More

How a Craigslist Ad Launched the Career of Disney Casting Director Grace C. Kim
Sometimes we find our career through a lifelong passion for something. Other times, we answer an online ad and find what we didn’t know we were looking for. Grace C. Kim falls into the latter category. Kim is like a… Read More

Casting Directors Share What They Might Do if They Chose a Different Career
Casting directors love what they do, from viewing auditions to collaborating with directors. And even when we enjoy our jobs, we may sometimes wonder about what alternative paths our careers and lives could have taken. Our sister site Casting Networks… Read More

Acting Coach Amy Lyndon Shares ‘Lyndon Technique’ Tips and More
Looking to improve your booking ratio? Amy Lyndon, founder of the Lyndon Technique, has been doing just that for actors for years. The multifaceted acting/booking coach has worked as a performer —with more than 100 IMDB credits to her name—… Read More

Emmy-Nominated Casting Directors Cast Themselves in Their Biopics
As a casting director, finding the perfect actor for the part can sometimes be a daunting task. That being said, when a casting director knows they’ve done their job well, the industry takes notice, and the award nominations start rolling… Read More

Four Casting Directors Share Audition Advice and Audition Mistakes Actors Should Avoid
Whether you’re in the room or submitting a self tape from home, the audition process can be stressful. And although you’re making sure you hit your mark and deliver a strong performance, there’s a chance you’ve made a mistake without… Read More

Casting Directors Share the Moment They Knew They Belonged in Casting
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

Krysten Ritter and Gillian Jacobs’ Negative Acting School Experiences
As actors dedicate themselves to studying the craft of acting, it’s important to note that not all classes are the best match for everyone. What may feel like a supportive learning environment for some aspiring actors may feel like just… Read More

Vanessa Kirby on the Giving-Birth Scene in ‘Pieces of a Woman’
Pieces of a Woman centers on a powerful and intimate 26-minute birth scene filmed in one continuous take. Indeed, the whole film depends on getting that birthing scene just so. Vanessa Kirby portrays the young woman Martha who goes into… Read More

Ilana Levine of Little Known Facts Podcast: Make the Thing You Love
With a quarter of a century in show business and hundreds of interviews under her belt, Ilana Levine took her career to the next level by starting her podcast, Little Known Facts. Little Known Facts shares an endless amount of… Read More

Actor Spotlight Parker Queenan: Booking a Role Requires Patience
Parker Queenan takes more than just one bite out of show business. At 19 years old, not only is he on the popular Nickelodeon show Are You Afraid of the Dark: Curse of the Shadows but, he’s written, produced, and… Read More

Podcast Spotlight: Alyshia Ochse from ‘That One Audition’
Alyshia Ochse of “That One Audition” podcast brings her audience a comprehensive advantage to auditioning, self-tape, and even life itself. The best part about “That One Audition” is that you can even listen to it on the road! Alyshia Ochse… Read More

The Actors Lounge Podcast Shares Precautions an Actor Should Take on Set
Being an actor on a professional set can be overwhelming. There are things to know and ways to conduct yourself. The Actors Lounge podcast is here to help! Mel V, the host, conducts industry interviews and gives advice to… Read More

Meet ‘Minari’ Actor Alan S. Kim
People are falling in love with eight-year-old acting sensation Alan S. Kim. During the summer before entering second grade, Alan portrayed the Mountain Dew-drinking, cowboy boot-adorned David Yi, the son of an immigrant farmer in Lee Isaac Chung’s Minari. The… Read More

Herizen Guardiola: It’s Not About the Destination, It’s About the Journey
Musician and actress Herizen Guardiola started out in the entertainment business as a teenager and has continued to nourish her career over the years. You’ll most recently recognize Herizen from Netflix’s cheerleading series Dare Me and the Starz hit series… Read More