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How to Work the Room
Like it or not, developing relationships is one of the most important elements of getting work in Hollywood. And for most actors, working the room is the scariest part of the game. I hear actors…
Manager Charging Up-Front Fees
I am a SAG actor who recently moved to Los Angeles. I’ve been here for two months now and am in the process still of looking for representation. I’ve read your book and I know…
Multiple Electronic Submissions
Here’s a frequent topic (both at the Showfax Message Board and when I’m out and about, doing Q&A at speaking engagements): “How do casting directors feel about receiving multiple submissions?” The answer is simple: We…
RQ for Help with Best On-Camera Classes Column
Hey Bonnie! How are you, I hope this email finds you well! I wanted to know if you would do an article on the best classes for on-camera workshops. I am looking for an on-camera…
Quick Fixes
So, as you may have heard, I’m producing the first ever Cricket Feet Casting Actors Showcase right now. This is a LOT of work. And I am learning so much. I love it! Every day…
So, this was fun.
Tuesday night, I spoke to a group of kids from my old acting studio, Atlanta Workshop Players. Every year, they come out to LA and I do a little thing with them. It’s always a…
Feedback on Shopping for Cereal
Wow! Y’all really like it when I write these simple, don’t take casting personally-type columns, don’t you? I get so much email whenever I cover this sort of topic! I’m thrilled to know that these…
Pilot Season Wrap-up
I was driving through town the other day and noticed a significantly lower number of out-of-state license plates than I’d been seeing earlier in the year. Ah yes… it’s almost officially the end of Pilot…
Rants on Continuity Errors
Well, I knew that The Empty Coffee Cup was a favorite column for me (’cause you know I love to rant), but WOW, did I get a LOT of email about this one! Hee! Seems…