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In Character

By • Jul 6th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

Acting is about control. Moments may occur when we get carried off by something as we perform, but we should keep our feet on the ground for when it is over.



Seek a Challenge

By • Jun 15th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

Not all roles and productions are created equal for the actor. There are times when there just isn’t much extra work or effort required to be in a production.



I Can’t Stand That Actor

By • Jun 1st, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

You have two choices when cast with someone you cannot stand.



Have Fun At Auditions

By • May 18th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

Balance fun and hard work. Master it during the audition, and hold on to it throughout the rest of the production. If you get in, of course.



Take Care Of Your Feet

By • May 4th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

Clothing may or may not make the man. But the wrong shoes can break a performance.



Research The Show Before Auditioning

By • Apr 20th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

In an ideal world, you should already know everything about the show you are auditioning for before you actually audition.



Get Centered

By • Apr 6th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

Every actor, no matter how experienced, no matter their personality, needs to take at least a few minutes to be alone.



The Meaning of “Community” Theater

By • Mar 16th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

“Community” theatre has more than one meaning. It doesn’t just mean that the company consists of highly talented amateurs from the community.



Let Notes Be Notes

By • Mar 2nd, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

One of the worst things you can do as a community actor is to justify yourself during director’s notes.



Be Off-book When?

By • Feb 16th, 2011 • Category: An Actor's Advice

“But don’t anybody worry, I’ll be ready by opening night!”