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👟🗝🚪✨“You belong in any room that you enter, and if you don't feel like you truly belong, act like you belong.”
- Shonda Rhimes
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Part of the Journey
It’s normal to experience highs, lows, and periods of steadiness; that's all part of the journey. What truly matters is that you keep moving forward, one step at a time.
Also, as a reminder, check in with your fellow actors. A simple word of encouragement or a small act of support can make a big difference. 💫
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Being Vulnerable
Here’s the thing...vulnerability surprises us. We live in a world where so many of us are guarded, constantly wearing our masks, shielding ourselves from the risk of being seen too deeply. That’s why when we witness someone letting down their walls (whether on screen or in real life), it feels raw, real, and incredibly human.
For actors, this is a powerful reminder. When auditioning or performing, lean into those vulnerable moments. Yes, it's scary to lower your walls, but that's where the magic happens. Those are the moments that make an audience feel something. ✨ 💎
I hope this helps!
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Listening To Respond As Opposed To Listening To Learn
Sometimes, we listen to respond instead of listening to learn.This past holiday weekend, I caught myself doing just that while talking with relatives. Instead of fully absorbing what they were saying, I was already forming my reply. I was listening to respond. Sound familiar?
The same lesson came up in class while working on a piece. In one pivotal moment, the role hears some news, which they need to learn from to push the story forward. Watching the actors, it was clear how much more present and compelling the performances were when they listened to learn instead of listening to respond.
This applies to your personal life, too. Take moments in conversations to consider: Are you listening to respond, or are you listening to truly learn? Try it out. It might change everything. ✨ 💎
I hope this helps!
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Have you ever had to resist the urge to not get into an entire conversation with a non-actor about acting, especially if they are attempting to give unsolicited input? Have you felt this way before? 😅
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Carvings Are Vital In Your Audition
Imagine your conversation as a soft piece of pliable wood and your creativity as the whittling knife. With every movement, you carve out a moment, a secret, an emotion, something raw and unstated. That’s what I like to call "carvings."
Why is this important? Carvings make the work really, really interesting because, remember, every actor auditioning has the same words. It’s your carvings, those discoveries, and nuances that breathe life into the story and set your piece apart from other people.
Here’s a reminder for your craft today: slow down, carve carefully, and bring something new into the light ✨ 💎I hope this helps!
Share your thoughts in the comments, and don’t forget to share this message with an actor friend who might appreciate this reminder. 🌟
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The Imagination Muscle
Actors —what unites us all is a shared desire to live in a world other than our own. That’s the magic of imagination, and for artists, it's an essential muscle to train. 🌟
Here’s an exercise for all my students (and anyone wanting to strengthen their creative mind): as you fall asleep, put yourself in a world completely different. Maybe it’s a solitary cabin deep in the woods, cut off from modern life, such as electricity and people. Ask yourself...What would that be like? Where are you living? How do you get through the day? What’s around you? What sights, sounds, or sensations define this new world? 🏞️✨
Doing this daily not only makes the process fun but it primes your imagination for any story or role you encounter. It’s like a workout for your creative mind. The more you practice, the stronger it becomes 💪🎭.
Give it a try tonight, and watch how your work transforms. ✨
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Should You Be Concerned About The Current State Of The Industry?
Feeling concerned about the current state of the entertainment industry? It’s valid.
When I feel discouraged, focusing on helping others pulls me out of those negative feelings. I love coaching and teaching actors, and being there for my students brings positivity back into my life.
If you're feeling stuck, consider working on a play, writing something, or even shooting a short video. It doesn't have to be elaborate; just have fun with it.
Remember, this industry is a billion-dollar business, it's not going anywhere.
Take care of your mental health and seek therapy if needed. This industry is huge and resilient. Hold on and keep pushing forward 🌟
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Rejection & The Experience
🎬✨ Curious how some have turned their setbacks into comebacks? Here are three stories that'll inspire you to push past the doubts and keep pursuing your dreams.
1️⃣ Meryl Streep was once told she was "too ugly" for a role in King Kong. Her response? "I'm sorry you think I'm ugly for your film, but you're just one opinion in a sea of thousands." Go Meryl! 💪
2️⃣ Viola Davis, who has spoken candidly about the struggle she faced in her earlier career, particularly as a black actress, said, "You either stay in the same place of feeling invisible or you move forward." Moving forward is where the power lies. 👏
3️⃣ Matthew McConaughey shares how he turned down roles that didn't serve him, saying, "I stopped chasing the money and started chasing the experience." That shift changed everything. 🌠
Feeling inspired yet? 🌟 Tell us, which story resonates with you the most? Share your thoughts below and send this to a fellow actor who may need to hear this as well.
This message is brought to you by our teacher, Jo-Ann Pantoja.
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