The Real Life Actor

Apr 18 2024 91

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Jeff Seymour, acting coach of 43 years and author of 'The Real Life Actor' talks acting and the business.

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Episode 162: Telling stories of woe

Apr 18 2024 20 mins

Here are some tips for telling the tragic stories you sometimes have to tell when you act.

Episode 161: Working live is the best confidence builder

Sep 27 2023 17 mins

Jeff explains why working live on stage is so important for the actor's growth and confidence.

Episode 160: Doubt is the wrecking ball of creativity

Jul 11 2023 24 mins

Jeff discusses the best way to wrangle self doubt.

Episode 159: Theatre staging and storytelling

Apr 27 2023 27 mins

Here are some great tips on how to approach staging a play.

Episode 158: A new training program that culminates with four live performances

Apr 19 2023 17 mins

Jeff lays out an exciting new training program.

Episode 157: Thoughts on theatre acting and directing

Apr 14 2023 23 mins

Jeff shares his thoughts on conventional theatre acting and directing and why it needs to change.

Episode 156: Why properly taking direction is a superpower

Jan 04 2023 19 mins

What is properly taking direction and why is it an actor's superpower? Jeff explains in detail.

Episode 155: Why being "real" isn't enough

Dec 06 2022 18 mins

Jeff explains why you'll always come up short if being "real" is your primary focus.

Episode 154: Many reasons why you should be word perfect

Nov 29 2022 17 mins

Jeff explains the importance of always being word perfect.

Episode 153: Dealing with agents, do's and don'ts

Nov 22 2022 27 mins

Jeff explains the finer points in dealing with agents, from getting to maintaining.