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- 24 Sep
At a certain point in every actor’s career leaving an agent or manager will become necessary, whether that’s because the relationship is no longer working out, agreements have not been fulfilled, or a career shift makes it important. It can […]
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- 30 Dec
Every January most gyms and yoga studios are filled to capacity, diet and stop-smoking books fly off the shelves, and brilliant schemes to make more money get hatched. But just a couple of weeks into a new year it’s estimated […]
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- 30 Dec
How we make an entrance in any situation is important. It sets a tone. But how we leave is just as important—making a powerful impression, not only on others, but also in our own lives. The thing is, just like […]
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- 06 Oct
With so many reality shows emerging in recent years, a huge number people—fueled by images of overnight fame and fortune—are pouring into our industry hoping to become the next big star. Because of this, real artists are finding themselves surrounded […]
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- 06 May
In the work I’ve done over the years with both actors and non-actors, I’ve found that the core purpose to most of our hopes and dreams is to be happy. We have different ways we try to attain that happiness, […]
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- 03 May
Author: Justina Vail, PCC CHt 5/3/13 No matter how long you’ve been an actor and no matter how much time and effort you’ve put into the pursuit of your career, do you still feel you don’t quite belong in the […]
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- 15 Apr
Author: Justina Vail 4/15/13 Most actors imagine themselves in lead roles in plays, series, and movies, and spend their early days studying the craft as well as marketing themselves. Yet in order to succeed, actors have to be prepared for […]
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- 12 Mar
Author: Justina Vail, PCC CHt 3/12/13 In the business of acting, we usually talk about making an entrance. There’s a focus on how you enter rooms, start scenes, and begin working with people. Yet a very important factor in the […]
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- 25 Feb
Author: Justina Vail, PCC CHt – 2/15/13 You walk into an audition waiting room and your throat tightens as you size up the other actors. A voice in your head starts to say, Most of these actors have more credits […]
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- 08 Jan
Author: Justina Vail, PCC CHT 1/6/13 If your journey as an actor has felt rocky and unclear, you’re not alone. Most of the actors who come to me for coaching share that experience. In the thirty years I’ve been in […]
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