Coaching Session
If you need to be put on tape for an audition we can tape it for you and send it via “yousend it” for an additional $20 fee. You also have the choice of bringing your own Sd card and transferring it yourself. If you choose to do the later, this is the card type you will need. SD HC 8GB
The time to think stops once you enter the room
The thought process is hugely important to the actor as far as your preparation before. The dissection of the script is crucial so you can believe everything you say. However, when you enter the room it is time to play, live and experience and thinking as the actor about your choices takes away from that.
Pick up the Pace!
How crucial pacing is in the audition room these days and how to make it happen!!!
Casting Directors are always saying “pick up the pace”.
These days T.V. shows are faster paced than ever and actors need to acknowledge that in the room.
But I don’t tell my actors to “pick up the pace” or ” be faster”.
instead, think of this.
If you don’t NEED to have this conversation, then we don’t NEED to watch it.
TV writers always create situations with human beings in NEED of something.
Understand in your heart, not your head what this need is and why it exists in you as a human being.
Define what makes this urgent to you and that will create a locomotive that is driving you through the whole conversation.
And as a result we will have……pacing!
The General Interview
Actors who are interesting, fun dynamic people tend to become likened to drying paint when they are asked to talk about themselves or their career by a casting agent, agent or manager.
It’s not as important what you say.What makes a difference is how you say it.
When talking about you, they want to see your personality, your passion and what makes you unique.
All too often, that is a huge deciding fact in who they hire.
Making an impact during pilot season
After speaking with a number of casting directors over the past few weeks, it has become apparent that actors auditioning for new pilots REALLY need to stand out in the room.
If you’re not a TV name or a studio pick, the only way you won’t fall to the wayside is to be BOLD.
Strong, creative, interesting and often riskey choices are the key.
Remember, you are an artist!!!
Do what you do best.
Be creative!
Happy Holidays from Annie Grindlay Studio!
As we enter the holiday season, I’d like to wish you all a happy, safe and enjoyable time with your loved ones.
