The greatest actors are able to walk into any acting situation with absolute confidence in their craft. Of course, being human we usually rely on others to make us feel confident. We look for the laugh, applause, or director’s approval, and feel as though we have failed if we don’t get it. The [...]
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We had the opportunity to interview Phil Bradstock, the Film Commissioner of Phoenix. A Phoenix native, Phil recently returned to the Valley after six years working for Warner Bros. Television. (His credits as Production Coordinator include Nikki, Presidio Med, Center of the Universe, Run of the House and Hot Properties.) As film commissioner, Phil is [...]
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Teresa Palmer, an australian-born actress, has been working in film for several years. Her film credits include December Boys, The Grudge 2 and most recently she starred opposite Topher Grace in Universal Studio’s “Kids in America.” Here she gives advice on the industry, auditioning, and believing in yourself.
What are some important steps to creating a [...]
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Hello Arizona Actors!
We received the following question from one of our talented students:
“I auditioned for an industrial film on Monday. By way of background, the audition was for the part of a mom who is helping her daughter work through problems at school. I was paired with a child actor for the audition [...]
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This week, I’m going to give you a very simple tip that will make a world of difference in your acting. I want you to watch an episode of your favorite show this week. As you watch the actors who get the most camera time, notice that they don’t blink. Our eyes are what we [...]
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The Dearing Acting Studio is excited to announce the expansion of their after-school program. In the past year, their “Acting for the Camera” program has been established as a leading performance class for kids and teens. Since the company’s inception, their courses have been integrated into all 4 Rancho Solano Campuses, Benchmark Schools, and Most [...]
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Tip of the Week: How to Create Characters
Creating a character should be a fun process of exploration. However, I’ve heard from several students that the process can be intimidating. If you are someone who gets excited over the idea of creating characters, but don’t know where to start, relax! Many people share your feelings.
This week, [...]
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There’s a bit of Hollywood migrating to the valley as Arizona Virtual Studios formally announces their grand opening.This facility promises to be a premiere Arizona production studio. Matthew Dearing, creative director, has a vision to bring a new level of entertainment to the Arizona community. “This is exactly what we need to give the [...]
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