Learning to Take Direction

By Brian Timoney | 28 April 2017 |

  It’s one of the most important qualities you should have as an actor. No, not talent or a busy acting CV. It’s the ability to listen, and take direction. All the talent in the world cannot save you once you’ve built up a reputation for being difficult on set and argumentative with directors. So…

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Where To Find Auditions Without An Agent

By Brian Timoney | 24 April 2017 |

  If you’re just starting out in your acting career, or returning to acting after a break, you probably don’t have an agent yet. And while it is generally true that having an agent is key to finding good auditions, there are still plenty of ways of finding auditions without an agent and creating opportunities…

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What Makes a Good Acting Showcase?

By Brian Timoney | 21 March 2017 |

  An acting showcase is a chance for a group actors of show off their acting ability to the public. It is normally a series of sketches or scenes from longer pieces where each actor gets a chance to be the lead and demonstrate some of what they can do. A good acting showcase can…

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LA Casting – How It Works

By Brian Timoney | 20 March 2017 |

  For many aspiring professional actors, moving to LA and getting your big break is the ultimate dream. For others, it’s just another potential opportunity worth being open to. Either way, if you are planning on heading to LA for your acting career, it’s important to understand how LA casting works, including all the ways…

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