What to do once you’ve finished drama school
Congratulations! You’ve made it to the end of the toughest point in your whole career! Now you can relax, because it’s smooth sailing from here on out. Jokes. The pain is not over. Whether you...
Posts by: Elise Harrow
Acting Busy-ness
All too often, during pilot season especially, we get caught up in the whirlwind of possibilities. After all, there is nothing more seductive than the hope of landing that meaty role that will bring us...
Is Method Acting Real Acting?
There’s been some pretty iconic and impressive performances that have come from the Method. Who can argue with techniques that have been tested and proven to work by Marlon Brando? But as time has passed,...
Are acting classes worth the price?
It’s a tough road that we’ve chosen. Not only is there an immense amount of competition for such a brief opportunity to share our work – compared to the hourly commitment of a 9-5 –...
Film or Theatre: Which One Suits You?
The intensity of an extreme close-up, the dramatic cut-away to a frenzied action sequence, the swelling score and exotic locations OR the electricity of a full auditorium, the collective breath of a sea of raw...
Why you should work as an Extra
Working as an extra can provide you with a wealth of valuable experience. Some of the blockbuster stars of our time started there, working their way up the ladder rung by rung – and no...
When is Too Old to Begin an Acting Career?
There’s a wealth of information about drama schools, short courses, or finding your career path, but these all tend to speak to young people. People who may not have an established career in another field,...
Do I need a Showreel?
You: Do I need a showreel? StageMilk: Yes – all the way, yes! A Showreel is an essential tool in your audition kit. In order to sift through their endless lists of submissions, agents and...
The Best Acting Career Advice
Let’s start with a gem. Check out this incredible clip of Sebastian Stan, back when he was about to deliver an amazing performance in I, Tonya alongside Margot Robbie. In this snippet of an interview for...