Category Archives: Acting

The Top Movies and Shows Now Streaming

Posted on April 5, 2021 by John Casablancas

Every month, a cavalcade of entertainment is loosed upon the internet. How are you supposed to possible sort through it all? Don’t sweat it. Here are the best of the best choices currently available. TV Shows WandaVision – Disney+ Though … Continue reading →

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Top Films Featured this Award Season (and Where to Watch Them)

Posted on March 15, 2021 by John Casablancas

The pandemic has transformed this year’s award season. From the Oscars now waiting until April to reveal their winners to streaming-only movies being added to the roster, it’s an exciting time to be a film fan. As you prep for … Continue reading →

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Streaming Services and Pilot Season

Posted on March 8, 2021 by John Casablancas

Back before streaming services exploded, network television was the be-all and end-all of television shows. From January to April, networks would buy up scripts, shoot pilot episodes for audience testing, and then greenlight the ones that showed the most promise. … Continue reading →

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Slating

Posted on January 19, 2021 by John Casablancas

What is it? Why is it important? How do you slate successfully? Here’s how to ace one of the most overlooked aspects of an audition. What is slating? Slating is the short introduction that kicks off an audition where you … Continue reading →

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“Yes, and…” Improv Technique – What is it?

Posted on January 4, 2021 by John Casablancas

Improv theatre is a fast-paced form of performance that challenges actors to create and tell a story together on the spot with minimal inspiration and a live audience. It’s a challenging art form that comes with its own exercises to … Continue reading →

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Top Actors of 2020

Posted on December 28, 2020 by John Casablancas

What a wild year it’s been! But with 2021 on the horizon and fresh starts just around the corner, it’s always nice to take a look back and celebrate the performers that really made this year shine. Samuel L. Jackson … Continue reading →

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What NOT to Do During an Audition

Posted on November 23, 2020 by John Casablancas

We often list what we should do during an audition but rarely to do we go over the biggest faux pas. Here are the top offenders to avoid. Show Up Unprepared Everything the casting directors will want from you is … Continue reading →

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Top Films for Monologue Inspiration

Posted on September 28, 2020 by John Casablancas

There’s good reason the best film monologues are the best. If you find yourself stuck trying to figure out how to best go about performing your monologue, study these films and the performances that make them noteworthy. Independence Day (1996) … Continue reading →

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Online Portfolios: The Dos and Don’ts

Posted on August 24, 2020 by John Casablancas

Online portfolios are the modern man’s business card. Accessible to anyone with an internet connection and able to house your entire body of work, it’s one of the best ways to catch the eye of a possible employer. However, not … Continue reading →

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Learning a New Skill for a Role

Posted on August 17, 2020 by John Casablancas

All great actors embrace learning. Accents, physical feats, and languages are all par for the course. If you’ve been cast in a role or are auditioning for one that requires you to learn a new skill or language, here’s how … Continue reading →

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