SHY ACTORS RULE – why actors should know about neuroscience
This post is for the introverted actor who quietly suffers in a world of extroverts. If that’s you, we’ve got a lot in common. The world labels us as ‘shy’, and yet we have this mysterious hunger to connect with other people through art. There are many of us – this actor included. I spent […]
What’s My Objective… for 2022?
Dear actor, HAPPY NEW YEAR! It’s the perfect time to look at some new attitudes, behaviors and training tools to keep us growing and give you some encouragement on this journey. First… If you spot it – you got it. That remark popped into my mind when a friend of mine was having trouble with […]
OWN THE PROCESS: Lessons learned from an inspiring English football manager
On this Independence Day, celebrated in my native country, I’m joining everyone all over my adopted island as we celebrate England’s football victory last night over Colombia. And no…I ain’t calling it soccer anymore. Last night was the UK’s Day of Independence from the bondage of fear, self-doubt and pessimism. It all came down to […]
VIVA VAGUS! Instant help for stressed students
Some of our ASA students are tackling their GCSE exams this week. For our international Neuro Acting friends, these can be extremely stressful. For them, and the rest of us, help is at hand. You have within you a very simple tool to help melt your anxiety, and you can use it at any time. […]
What does it take to become a star?
There are two stories in the media this week that slammed into each other in my mind: stardom and the effect of social media. I’ve met and worked with quite a few stars in my time and they seem to have the same traits, so if you feel the urge to become one, read on […]