Well… she ASKED to come home with me. So… Yeah. This is the newest member of our family. I think her name is Thwok. She’s enjoying the company of her Aunt SixHundy in this photo,…
Arriving in Character?
Last week, you discussed arriving “in costume” for auditions. What about arriving “in character”? I am working with a coach whose advice on audition technique is to arrive in character and remain in character until…
Buyer Beware
There are so many places for actors to spend their money. While supplies like headshots are essential, there are many other expenses that are purely optional for the working actor, and the volume of folks…
When I Should Be Packing…
…I answer silly surveys! Feel free to do the same. 😉 I’ll pack tomorrow! Survey One A – Act Your Age: 33.9 B – Boyfriend: Keith Johnson C – Chore You Hate: Dishes, vacuuming, taking…
The Hits Keep Coming!
I’ve just been hired to cast a 35mm SAG Experimental short film called “Each To Each,” directed by Leo Age, produced by Cary Becker. Look for the Breakdown on ActorsAccess.com beginning Tuesday, the 6th (which…
We’re Moving!
Yep, just got the call a few minutes ago… we’ve been approved and will be the new residents of cousin Faith’s current pad (a kick-ass 2BR seven blocks from the beach in Santa Monica). Anyone…
This is post #400 to the BonBlogs.
And it’s being made from a dial-up connection in Marina del Rey, sandwiched between two Chihuahuas (being between them is like bunking with Kate Hepburn–why must they vibrate so?) and with no ability to upload…
Audition in Costume?
How far does one go to arrive “in costume” (so to speak) for an audition? I had an audition for the role of Queen Isabella. The place was filled with actors dressed up in period…
If the Role Is Yours…
Last week, I participated in a panel discussion of casting directors for a local film festival. One of the other casting directors on the panel said something that I’ve always said, in some form or…