Acting

How to Play Anger in a Scene: A Guide With Helpful Examples

As an actor, how do you play anger convincingly in a scene? Here I give my strategies along with example scenes from movies.

How to Play an Evil Character (Mwahaha!)

Everyone loves a good villain. How does an actor take on such a role and enter that twisted headspace? Here are my tips.

How to Convincingly Laugh on Cue

Laughing on cue can be difficult for even the best of actors. Check out my easy method to get yourself giggling and guffawing.

Don't Fake It! Here's How to Cry on Cue

Struggling to whip up those tears? Relax! Here's my method for learning how to cry in a genuine way.

7 Must-Know Differences Between Screen and Stage Acting and How to Adapt

Are you new to film acting? Here are 7 important aspects of film acting you absolutely must know.

Acting Truthfully With Strong Emotion - Part 2: Outside In

Emotion is both psychological and physiological. In Part 2 of this post, I give you my physically-based tips for acting with real emotion.

The Best Acting Books for Auditions

Performances are one thing, auditions are another. To improve your audition skills and strategies, check out these four books.

Acting Truthfully With Strong Emotion - Part 1: Inside Out

Emotion: it's what earns actors Academy Awards. How do they do it? Here are my thorough, in-depth tips for acting with real emotion.

10 Books Every Actor Needs

There are BUTT-LOADS of books on acting out there. But which ones are the essentials? These are my top 10 picks.

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