These are all our ‘How To’ guides. Simple and instructive guides on all areas of acting.
We love the simplicity of these kinds of guides and we think you’re going to get a lot out of these articles. Enjoy!
It’s a little bit strange, right? You spend all this time in drama school, or on a film set, or on stage, trying desperately to bring fictional characters—figments of some writer’s imagination—to life. You give...
Ok, here we go. This question is asked by actors and those curious about acting a lot. In every film, TV show or play there is usually some actor letting their heart bleed onto the...
So, you know one thing for sure: you want to be an actor. That’s awesome. One thing I know can be a little bit daunting, however, is deciding where to train as an actor. It...
As actors, self consciousness is something we are all almost guaranteed to experience to some degree in our careers. Whether it is self consciousness about our ability or a performance we’ve given, self consciousness about...
If we were to oversimplify the process of developing our craft as actors, I’d say our two main areas of focus should be the following: technique and imagination. Technique speaks for itself; there are certain...
There is nothing quite like a good cabaret: nothing else in the pantheon of performing arts hits quite the same and with the same impact. They can explore almost any topic and flit between different...
The short film is the best and most common first step for actors, directors and filmmakers looking to hone their craft and build their resume. It also presents actors with the opportunity to create a...
Picture this: you’re sitting in the lobby of a powerful casting agency. You’re surrounded by ten other nervous-looking actors who look just like you, are dressed just like you and have prepared exactly the same...
When it comes to the blank page: there’s nothing quite so exciting or challenging as comedy. It requires knowledge, experience, careful planning and excellent structuring—and yet, the desired result is often the exact opposite of...
Monologues are strange and curious things. Whether they stand alone, or come from a larger text, they offer unparalleled insight into the thoughts and feelings of the characters who speak them. They can be grand...
