When the business is slow, an actor can feel like they may never work again! Our clients at the studio often ask for advice on what to do during the downtimes. These dry spells can take a dramatic turn if we don’t use our downtime effectively. So we’ve got a few ideas on how to make the most of the quiet before the new year craziness! Read More

40 Must See Photos From History
This collection of photos is chock full of stories. Sad, funny, shocking and all around powerful. These vintage photos are a great source of inspiration-perfect for a new script, character or novel!
http://www.boredpanda.com/must-see-historic-moments/

Here at the studio, people often ask us how much it really costs to be an actor. Even from a purely financial perspective, with energy spent and personal sacrifices aside, what is costs each performer can range tremendously. Read More

How To Act Like You’re Already A list
Dallas Travers is at it again! This time with a great article on taking charge of your career and stepping into A list status! Read her three suggestions and put yourself in the driver’s seat.
http://www.dallastravers.com/mindset/act-like-youre-already-a-list/?inf_contact_key=a4b1b3712d9912d35cc3156cd0ad06998edce25f91d158e0bdf02d419e85e986

Feminism in film (or lack there of) is quite a hot topic lately. Think feminism is about more than women being “kick-ass?” You’re not alone. Check out “Natalie Portman On The Real Issue Of Feminism.”
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/09/30/natalie-portman-tom-hiddleston-elle-uk_n_4017603.html

Last week on Saturday October 6th, I was lucky enough to go see Casting Director Twinkie Byrd’s 2013 Monologue Slam. It was an exciting, TV star studded event, and was part of the Hollywood Black Film Festival hosted by the W Hotel. Celebrity Casting Director Tracy “Twinkie” Byrd is a Brooklyn-born and raised casting director with more than 20 years of experience in the industry.Read More

Everyone is still talking about the Breaking Bad finale. The show was able to build an almost unbearably heightened narrative tension – that no Hollywood film has ever achieved. Read more in Tribeca Film’s “How Will Breaking Bad Change Cinema?”
http://tribecafilm.com/features/racking-focus-how-will-breaking-bad-change-cinema

Improvisers everywhere are green with envy. These actors are the new faces who hope to become our next comic icons. Splitsider presents, “Here Are Your New SNL Featured Players!”

http://www.splitsider.com/2013/08/here-are-your-new-snl-featured-players/

Earlier this week we asked, are you a modern day actor, or one stuck in days gone by? So much has changed in our business these past 5-10 years and it is our job to stay on top of what’s happening. Read More

Are you a modern day actor, or one stuck in days gone by? In a business that is constantly growing and changing, it is important for us to keep up with times. Read More