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 physiologically-based tips for acting with real emotion.
The Best Acting Books for Auditions
Performances are one thing, auditions are another. To improve your audition skills and strategies, check out these four books.
Acting Truthfully With Strong Emotion - Part 1: Inside Out
Emotion: it's what earns actors Academy Awards. How do they do it? What's the secret sauce? Here are my thorough, in-depth tips for acting with real emotion.
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 example scenes from movies.
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 headspace? Here are my tips for exploring the dark side.
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 yourself giggling and guffawing in a genuine and convincing way.
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 way.
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.
The Best Books and Resources for Shakespearean Actors
Playing a Shakespearean role requires a unique set of tools and techniques. Here are the best books and resources to help the budding Shakespearean actor.
10 Books Every Actor Needs
There are BUTT-LOADS of books on acting out there. But which ones are the essentials? The workhorses, the time-tested ones you'll find yourself returning to again and again? Here are my top ten picks.
3 Crucial Acting Mistakes Beginning Actors Make
Beginning actors often make these three mistakes. Here's how to overcome them.