Articles
I love to write. Here are several articles that were published in Backstage magazine. I am one of their featured contributors. As my schedule permits, I will continue to add more articles here. Hollywood and the entertainment industry are ever changing. There is always something new to observe and learn about. There are always adjustments all of us must make to ensure we are current with industry trends. When I’m feeling saucy, sometimes I just like to express my opinion. If you disagree, let me know! I’d love to hear from you. đ
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How many relationships are really in a scene?
A lot more than you might think! When fleshing out relationships in a scene, every actor will tackle the most prominent one. Most actors will …
The State of Improv
Over the last 40 years, improv has evolved from an elevated art form practiced by a tiny percentage of actors with extensive performance experience and …
What do I do with just one line?
This is an important question that beguiles many actors and has prompted many lengthy discussions. The quest for a certain answer is understandable since one-liners, …
Whatâs âToo Bigâ for Comedy?
Many actors auditioning for comedy have a fear of going âtoo big.â The result very often is an audition that is lackluster and not dynamic …
Way Want Statements Go Wrong
The want statement you create for yourself and the arc of the scene are like the starting and stopping points. You need to be as …
Are You Funny? Donât Prove it!
Here's a big secret about comedy auditions: You donât have to prove that youâre funny. It may seem obvious, but for a lot of actors, …
Itâs All About Intention
The reasons actors book work or donât go way past assessing whether they are good or bad, talented or not. Thatâs rarely the discussion. The …
The Value of Mentors
To be great at anything, you need to train yourself. That means taking classes and studying, learning via books, practice and research, watching others who …