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New NY Agencies and updates
If you’re acting in New York City, here are some updates for those looking for legit commercial representation. Funny Face Today has just opened an on-camera division for film, TV and commercials...
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List of 84th Academy Award winners “The Artist” earns best picture, lead actor
The Oscars have come and gone. Here are a list of the 84th Annual Academy Award winners announced Sunday: 1. Best Picture: “The Artist.” 2. Actor: Jean Dujardin, “The Artist.” 3. Actress: Meryl...
View ArticleHow to Deal with the Stress and Anxieties in the Entertainment Industry
By Stanley Popovich Stress and anxiety are very common in today’s entertainment industry. As a result, here is a list of techniques that a person can use to help manage the daily stresses and...
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How to ACE an Audition By Daniel Lehman from BackStage
Casting director Sig De Miguel has cast dozens of independent and studio films, first with mentor Amanda Mackey and then as an independent casting director. He partnered with CD Stephen Vincent in...
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LOOKING YOUR BEST! with Brandi Washington
Brandi Washington is a makeup artist who learned the ropes from her mother at an early age. Brandi is pursuing a career in acting in New York City but feels that her creativity is too outrageous to...
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CD Jen Rudin Talks Casting Office Etiquette for Adults and Kids By Kelly Crisp
Casting offices can get crowded, especially with kids. Imagine a large group of children in a cramped space, waiting to be judged by strangers. Add strollers, siblings, gameboys, iPads, food,...
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CREATING YOUR FILM/TV DEMO: It’s All About YOU!
by Tony Nation Lately, the subject of an actor’s film and TV demo has been coming up over and over again. From actors who I work with here at Actors Connection to currently re-editing my own. It’s...
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Getting Started in Horror Films with Pamela Kramer, Casting Director, Bradley...
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Pamela Kramer, Casting Director and owner of Bradley Baron, who has cast for film and TV as well as hundreds of commercials, industrials, and voice-overs....
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Ask a Casting Director: What’s the difference between first refusal and a hold?
If you want to be cast to perform in NYC, it’s important to know what casting directors mean when they talk about a hold versus a first refusal. A casting director explains. Q: What’s the difference...
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An Interview with John Keon, NY Headshot Photographer by Tony Nation
Before you go digging into New York casting calls, you’ll want to make sure you have a great headshot on hand that accurately reflects what you want to project to casting directors. Headshot...
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Exploring Acting for Kids & Teens: An Interview with Christine Scowley,...
What’s the best way for kids and teens to start exploring acting and teen performance in NY? One of the best ways to start exploring acting as a youth is to simply get involved with your school or...
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Why Being Yourself Will Land You the Role by Marci Phillips, Executive...
Marci Phillips, Executive Director of ABC Casting, argues why learning to be yourself can be the most important lesson taught at a New York acting school. Everyone on the planet has a very distinct...
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18 TIPS for Successful Auditions, Job Interviews & Presentations written by...
Patricia Stark, a Media Trainer and Public Speaking Coach & CEO of Patricia Stark Communications Inc., teaches NYC acting classes at Actor’s Connection. Here are her top 18 tips for perfecting...
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Tips for Self-Taping from Judy Henderson, CD, Judy Henderson Casting
Emmy Award winner Judy Henderson, currently casting the Emmy Award winning Showtime TV series HOMELAND, provides a few tips for making the most of your audition time at midtown NYC rehearsal studios....
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3 Business Tips for Actors Who are Ready to Create Their Own Work by Jenn...
Jenn Lederer is an accredited talent manager and President/co-owner and talent manager of Merging Artists Management. Since technology has made it easier for performers to create and produce their own...
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How To Deal With the Industry Being ‘Unfair’ by Marci Phillips
Marci Phillips, the Executive Director of ABC Casting, discusses how to pursue a career acting in New York City without breaking your heart. Our lives can usually best be seen through the rearview...
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Jen Rudin Spills the Secrets of Auditioning in ‘Confessions of a Casting...
Jen Rudin is an award-winning New York Casting Director. We asked her for history, tips, and tricks of the auditioning process. You started with acting, but stuck with casting instead; what is your...
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Common Missteps for On Camera Auditions by Marci Phillips
Although I firmly believe that a solid actor can transcend all mediums, there are usually specific expectations for an on-camera audition that a number of you can use some reminders on. Memorization is...
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7 Rules for Following Up With Casting Directors by Brette Goldstein
You’ve auditioned for a casting director. You received a good response. Now what? Here are some do’s and don’ts on following up: 1. Send a thank you note. If it’s an email or a card, a short and sweet...
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Why Being Yourself Will Land You the Role By Marci Phillips
Everyone on the planet has a very distinct personality. An actor may be defined as someone who observes and portrays a character’s psyche, but everything is ultimately filtered through one’s own prism....
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