TECHNICAL TIPS

Self-taping secret: reveal your character with this simple technique

I was inspired to throw this simple assignment at you after working with a young actor. Work with me on this, and if you put these concepts into your work, I’m pretty sure your self-tapes will be more effective. I’m an actor who also coaches actors, and I recently worked with a very talented young

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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

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Lesson Takeaway Tip: “Act like you don’t know how to act.”

Next week at Neuro Acting we’re going to produce a stunning revue of video monologues that spotlight the talents of our artists. I’m proud of the courageous work they’ve done so far. But a true artist knows she can take it further. And this weekend is an opportunity for Neuros to do that. Here’s some

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The Animal Exercise: Method’s Way of Developing a Character

This week, students will be exploring the Animal Exercise, claimed by Robert De Niro* and Ethan Hawke to be “the most useful acting exercise I know.” We’ll use it to get into character for our monologues. To create a character, you must know the attitude you’re seeking. Choose the characteristic, then pick an animal. Watch

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