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An invaluable reference for anyone who is a working actor, or wants to be. Learn how to make it in the day-to-day business of acting and stay sane and focused while attempting to merge art and commerce. This audiobook covers everything the author wishes someone had told him about how casting decisions are made, what rejection really means, how to behave on a set, the two factors the business is built on, and much more. Markus Flanagan offers encouraging, highly useful pointers on such vital matters as: How do you combat getting typed?

Get on TV!, Jacquie Jordan brings her expert advice straight to you - the entrepreneurs, experts, authors, and future reality stars looking to land a television spot....Jacquie Jordan has been involved in booking, supervising or producing over 10,000 television guests, as well as coaching countless people on how to get on air.

Helen Hayes, acclaimed "First Lady of the American Theatre", has been on stage, screen, and television for more than fifty years. In that time she moved among the world's most famous and talented: actors, film stars, writers, businessmen. She speaks with wit, wisdom, and candor on topics both public and private.

Ted Swartz and his Ted & Company TheaterWorks team are known for blending Bible stories with comedy and poignancy, and pushing the envelope on issues of faith and social justice. But who is Ted Swartz? Follow along in this engaging memoir as Swartz finds his way as a middle child in an eastern Pennsylvania traditional Mennonite home to his early work in the family butcher shop. Journey with Ted through the decision of uprooting his young family to attend seminary and then embracing life as a writer and actor.

Even as actresses become increasingly marginalized by Hollywood, French cinema is witnessing an explosion of female talent - a Golden Age unlike anything the world has seen since the days of Stanwyck, Hepburn, Davis, and Garbo. In France, the joy of acting is alive and well. Scores of French actresses are doing the best work of their lives in movies tailored to their star images and unique personalities. Yet virtually no one this side of the Atlantic even knows about them. Viewers who feel shortchanged by Hollywood will be thrilled to discover The Beauty of the Real.

Commercial$peak! is a must for anyone who does or is considering doing voiceovers, broadcast commercials, or narration. Five of America's foremost television and radio commercial voice talents share coaching tips and new techniques on auditions, interpretive copy delivery, voice demos, and unique promotional strategies. Plus, top names in the business share secrets for producing a killer voice demo, preparing a winning audition, finding and working with the right agent, stretching your voice and enhancing your delivery range, and developing your signature voiceprint.

Shakespeare knew more about the art of acting and the art of theater than any other playwright—but there is no general consensus about how Shakespeare should be played. There are no rules. In A Shakespearean Actor Prepares, actor, director, and teacher Adrian Brine teams up with celebrated actor Michael York to reveal these keys. In pointing out sources of energy in Shakespeare's plays, they make it possible for actors to galvanize their fantasy and liberate their talents.

Cuando Carrie Fisher redescubrió los diarios que había escrito durante el rodaje de La Guerra de las Galaxias, la primera película de la trilogía Star Wars, le asombró descubrir unos ingenuos poemas de amor y unas cándidas reflexiones que apenas reconocía. Hoy Carrie Fisher ha pasado a la historia como actriz e icono pop, pero en 1976 solo era una chica de diecinueve años perdidamente enamorada de su compañero en la pantalla, Harrison Ford.

Эффективные упражнения для развития ораторского мастерства.Как сделать голос полнозвучным, а речь — выразительной? Ответ на это дает настоящее пособие, которое представляет собой систему голосового и речевого тренинга, основанную на трудах К. С. Станиславского. С помощью предлагаемых упражнений вы научитесь правильно дышать, пользоваться голосовыми резонаторами, выработаете четкую дикцию и овладеете правильной подачей звука.

This empowering and accessible audiobook guide offers dyslexic actors a range of techniques to tackle common challenges, improve your creative practice, and fulfil your ambitions. You'll find loads of practical information and advice on: Understanding your dyslexic identity – so you can learn and perform at your best, and unlock your full potential. Developing the key skills you need as an actor – with tools to help you master each of them, such as text work, line-learning, movement, voice, Shakespeare and more.

V-Oh! Reveals hundreds of practical and insightful tools that any voice actor-- from newbie to seasoned pro-- can use to give them an advantage in the competitive world of voiceover. Award-winning producer Marc Cashman takes his 40+ years of experience in V-O production and examines it from different perspectives, offering new angles on mastering necessary skills, dealing with the business side of the industry, and showcasing realistic ways of navigating through the landscape of voiceover in the 21st century.

Legendary entertainer Gary Owens draws upon his four decades in radio, TV, film, and animation to show you how to break into the voiceover business and carve out a million-dollar niche for yourself with your voice. Sprinkled with priceless anecdotes and tips throughout from well-known actors, producers, and agents, Owens gives you the inside track on becoming a successful DJ, newscaster, announcer, sportscaster, commercial or cartoon voice, or other type of voice artist.

Lucian Msamati draws on his rich experience, particularly in the context of productions at the National Theatre to delve into sets of challenges and possibilities that actors might face. He offers up his tips on getting started in the industry; navigating the various professional relationships and roles inside a rehearsal room; and offers insights into running your own company and generating your own work.

"The Actor’s Journey: Navigating the Path to Excellence" by Vandi Lynnae Enzor is a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the art and craft of acting. Drawing from her extensive experience as an actor, director, and educator, Enzor offers a wealth of practical advice, actionable strategies, and profound insights to help actors of all levels navigate the complexities of their profession.

Продвижение киноактера. Как построить карьеру в кино и не сойти с ума – это книга, в которой описан подробный алгоритм работы актера для получения желаемой роли: от создания портфолио до реализации стратегии продвижения. Вы узнаете о процессах старта актерской карьеры, о преодолении кризисов и о том, как актеру выйти на новый уровень. Автор описывает, как выстраивается работа с агентами, талент-менеджерами и кастинг-директорами. Книга Олеси Грибок полезна как новичкам, так и опытным актерам, которые испытывают трудности с поиском новых проектов.

In the highly competitive world of acting, auditions are the gateway to a successful career. The ability to make a lasting impression in those fleeting, yet critical moments can mean the difference between landing the role of a lifetime or being left in the waiting room, hoping for the phone to ring. Mastering the art of auditioning, be they in-person, via self-tapes, or live on Zoom is a vital skill every actor must acquire.

Not everyone can be Bradd Pitt or Denzel Washington. Most aspiring actors end up as waiters, or pursuing other odd jobs while they wait for their big break. What if there was a path to making a living while waiting for your opportunity? What if there were philosophies and actions one could take that could potentially make their journey into Hollywood easier to grasp? This book will give you examples of what I have done over the last twenty-five years making a living in the entertainment business.

"50 Things to Know About Acting" by author Justin Heller offers an in-depth approach to the craft of acting, including the ins and outs of managing a career in show business, the culture of working on a film set, and the process of creating characters that leap off the stage and/or screen.

In 180 easily cross-referenced selections, Master Acting Teacher Peter Frisch embraces the notion that the joy of acting is in the specific work of transformation through imagination and belief. His innovative techniques are complemented by pragmatic answers about auditioning, camera work, casting, training, comedy, etc.

Quick Start to Acting in Hollywood: Your Intro to TV & Film by Gina Nemo, published by Audiobook Publishing Services, is your essential guide to breaking into the entertainment industry. Whether you're dreaming of seeing your name in lights or stepping onto your first set, this audiobook offers practical, no-nonsense advice to help you get started in TV and film. Gina Nemo, an award-winning actress known for her breakout role in 21 Jump Street, shares invaluable tips and personal insights in this concise and motivational guide.