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How to Play Anger in a Scene: A Guide With Helpful Examples

As an actor, how do you play anger convincingly in a scene? Here I give my strategies along with ...

Joyce Hshieh

How to Play an Evil Character (Mwahaha!)

Everyone loves a good villain. How does an actor take on such a role and enter that twisted heads...

Joyce Hshieh

How to Convincingly Laugh on Cue

Laughing on cue can be difficult for even the best of actors. Check out my easy method to get you...

Joyce Hshieh

Don't Fake It! Here's How to Cry on Cue

Struggling to whip up those tears? Relax! Here's my method for learning how to cry in a genuine w...

Joyce Hshieh

7 Must-Know Differences Between Screen and Stage Acting and How to Adapt

Are you new to film acting? Here are 7 important aspects of film acting you absolutely must know.

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Acting Truthfully With Strong Emotion - Part 2: Outside In

Emotion is both psychological and physiological. In Part 2 of this post, I give you my physiologi...

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