🎬 Self-Tape Success: Budget Mood Lighting & Setup Guide Let’s be real—self-taping success for mood lighting and setup can feel like a mini production… but it doesn’t need a blockbuster budget. Whether you’re taping for drama school, a casting call, or just updating your reel, this guide will help you get a polished, professional look…
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Finding a Theatrical Agent
Recording- Finding a Theatrical Agent Finding a Theatrical Agent Finding a theatrical agent can feel daunting, but with the right approach, it becomes a journey of growth and opportunity. The acting world is competitive, and securing representation often requires patience, persistence, and preparation. But don’t worry, here’s a friendly guide to help you navigate…
What Does a Casting Director Look For?
What Does a Casting Director Look For? What does a casting director look for in an audition? Auditions are a crucial part of the casting process, and understanding what casting directors look for can significantly enhance your chances of landing the role. Here’s a detailed guide to the key qualities that stand out during…
What Do Casting Directors Look for in a Child’s Audition?
What Do Casting Directors Look for in a Child’s Audition? Casting for children can be a nerve-wracking experience. However, understanding what casting directors are looking for can transform this daunting process into a rewarding opportunity. Here are key elements casting directors seek in a child’s audition. Confidence Confidence is perhaps the most crucial trait…
Filming with Our Young Actors: A Successful Experiment
Filming with Our Young Actors: A Successful Experiment Filming with our young actors. A successful experiment. On Wednesday, we took our group of young actors out to film on location in our local village. This shoot was different from previous ones as we experimented with new cameras. The aim was to streamline our…
What’s New this Term at NFD (camera angles)
What’s New this Term at NFD (camera angles) New Term at NFD: Camera Angles As we kick off the new term, it’s always exciting to welcome new students, along with those who have been part of the NFD family for years. We love starting the term with a fresh and engaging project, and this time,…
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Children and Teenager Scenes
Children and Teenager Scenes When working towards scenes featuring children and teenagers, a delicate balance of structure, encouragement, and rehearsal is required to bring the vision to life. Without the right approach, it can feel like an insurmountable task. However, with the right guidance and support, it becomes a rewarding journey that not only yields…
Self-Tape Instructions
Self Tape Instructions Points to consider in preparing and recording a self-tape audition: Following these self-tape instructions will help you with your audition process. They are what casting directors expect to see in their inboxes. Read the Audition Material : Carefully review the audition script, sides, or scenes you’ve been provided. Understand the character, context,…
Self Tape Instructions
Self Tape Instructions Points to consider in preparing and recording a self-tape audition: Following these self-tape instructions will help you with your audition process. They are what casting directors expect to see in their inboxes. Read the Audition Material : Carefully review the audition script, sides, or scenes you’ve been provided. Understand the character, context,…
Acting- How to create new characters in a script.
Acting- How to create new characters in a script. Creating new characters for a script requires a combination of imagination, observation, and careful thought. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to improvise new characters in a script: Determine the purpose of the character: Consider the role the character will play in the story. Are they…
Why does an actor need to learn and perform a monologue?
Why does an actor need to learn and perform a monologue? Photo…
The Kids A Monologue
The Kids- A Monologue Promote your Acting Skills with a Monologue I enjoy writing scripts, but I also regularly write monologues for actors that need to promote their acting skills through their CVs and monologues by sending them off to casting directors or uploading them onto social media, etc. Today, I’ve been inspired to write…
Which Children’s Acting School and Agency?
Which Children’s Acting School and Agency? The most important question a parent should ask is which acting school and agency would suit my child best. Parents need to understand that their choice of acting/drama or performing arts school maybe not be their children’s choice. This is an article to explain the difference between schools, manage…
Documentary Filmmaking
Documentary Filmmaking Documentary Filmmaking in a “Nutshell” Documentary filmmaking is an exciting and rewarding experience. Recently my husband has made a documentary about three quirky folk exploring the beautiful rivers of Yorkshire. We are pleased to say it will be released on Amazon Prime shortly. This is a brief explanation of how to go about…
Five Acting Skills you need for Acting
Acting Skills – Five Fundamental skills to Become an Actor 1.Acting Skills: A sound foundation in the craft of acting is essential to becoming a successful actor. Actors should understand the fundamentals of acting technique, including the principles of Stanislavski, improvisation, script analysis and character development. 2. Memorising words: Actors must be able to…
Why is Continuity Important on a Film Set?
Continuity on a film set – Continuity in film set photography is important to maintain the visually consistent look of an entire film. It is necessary to maintain the visual look of the production and create continuity in the film’s story. This includes things such as making sure that everything on the set is consistent…