Actors Are Tools

Why the best performers are the ones who know how to take direction

In the highly collaborative worlds of theater and film, the actor’s role is just one of countless ingredients that make up the finished product.

Thursday, May 3,2012

Emergency Cash

Financial assistance is available for performing artists in need. Find out where!

by Mark Jarvis

Being an actor in New York City isn’t cheap. It’s often a struggle trying to pay for new headshots, new clothes, a weekly grocery bill — not to mention those obscene New York rents — all while trying to stay faithful to your artistic needs.

Monday, April 23,2012

Commercial Acting

How a 30-second spot can keep on paying for years to come

by Mark Jarvis

You’re an actor waiting for the break that will jump-start your career. Try commercial acting and you may find that 15 seconds in a commercial spot is the little investment with the large return you’ve been waiting for.