Actor Growth

Today I went to the studio where my acting coach helped me to tape the scenes for my demo reel. His nephew dropped by to help out with the camera work. Surprisingly, one of my fellow classmates dropped by too. She forgot that there was no class today. But, she decided to stick around and help by being my reader which was cool.

For the most part it went well. One scene in particular was kicking my butt I must say. The funny thing is I have no real problems doing things that are dramatic or require a lot of intensity. However, when it comes to things that are more casual and laid back I tend to take it too seriously. It took quite a few takes to get it to the way the coach wanted.

Hilarious thing was that he commented that he now knows what type of scenes to give me during classes now as over the past few weeks he was having problems in finding things that are challenging and suitable for me. Basically, he is going to give me a bunch of romantic comedy audition sides. Have mercy!!!! j/k

Before we began shooting too I was talking to the acting coach a lot about the industry as he was sharing with me his experiences thus far in his own career. It was a very enlightening I thought and it was very cool of him to share his stories too. I was able to relate in many ways and feel that I now better understand many of the advice that he is given me such far.

He gave me a bit of a talk about stereotypes too and how to use that to your advantage. I’m very appreciative of all the time he has spent with me thus far. Now, to take the next step. I compiled everything and need to get it reviewed before going on to phase two of the career plan.