'It's been an educational time, this past year' Los Angeles acting coach Margie Haber, left, says she now includes information on how to handle sexual harassment as part of her classes after the misconduct allegations against media mogul Harvey Weinstein came to light one year ago. (Zulekha Nathoo/CBC) The head of a renowned...
ADVICE FOR INTERNATIONAL ACTORS When you are an international actor remember that in Los Angeles there is a huge market of actors working in TV, film and Theater. It is important for you to be realistic and not just come out for Pilot season - if possible, come for a few...
Creating a Life as an Actor Actors ask us all the time when they are thinking about coming to acting classes in Los Angeles – How can I get out of my head? I have a checklist of things I use when I approach a script but I don’t feel connected...
Published with permission by Robin Dale Meyers. Robin Dale Meyers “That was a train wreck.” “I sucked so bad.” “…..” The actor struggles internally, but the words “I’m a horrible actor and I’ve just embarrassed myself in front of all my peers and/or casting. I should just give up and go back to being...
Audition tips for parents (but actors may find these useful too) It is really hard for parents, especially in Los Angeles with the volume of auditions for young actors. You want to help your child but you don’t have any knowledge of the industry or acting. You want them to have...
Audition mistakes for new actors (and even the most experienced) For actors that are new to the industry, and even those with years of experience, auditioning can be a daunting experience and one that is filled with fear and judgement which in turn creates audition mistakes. As actors, we go into...