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The Evolving Demo Reel
I’ve written about demo reels many times over the years (check the archives). But in conversation with an actor last week, I realized I have not written about a trend that I’ve absolutely been talking…
Understanding Upfronts
So, the upfronts are an annual experience in New York, where network execs trot out shows’ stars in an attempt to get as much excitement generated about their new fall line-ups as possible… in order…
The Work: Ep. 0108 — Interview with Stef Dawson and Russell Jeffrey
Thank you for joining us for Episode 0108 of The Work. Download Here! Topics include: union busting and tax incentives for filmmakers going away; interview with young Aussie stars Stef Dawson and Russell Jeffrey; what…
Environment
“I get out and hustle because nobody’s casting anything in my living room.” — Stephon Fuller I think about this quote all the time. Actors all over the world pursue their acting careers from their…
Get Ready for LA
I keep promising myself I’m going to write the dang “how to prep for a move to LA” column and I keep not doing it, because the task is somewhat overwhelming. I mean, the easiest…
TV Targeting
It’s fall, and that means there’s a lot of talk about watching TV and preparing yourself for any audition you might get for the many, many shows out there. Awesome. TV is great because there’s…
Get Organized
Sometimes I have so much to do that I can’t see straight for a moment. This wave of overwhelm hits and I have to focus on what needs to be done right now in order…
Conspiracy of Yes
When you think about all of the factors that go into casting a single role, it becomes clear that it’s a conspiracy of events that lead to a YES. Let’s see… there’s the breakdown going…
Feedback on The CD Workshop Issue
Phew! Last week’s column on The CD Workshop Issue generated a lot (A LOT) of email and phone calls. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Thank you! I’ve been asked whether I could provide a…