An aging ham ponders life
I was at a presentation just recently, talking with a fellow actor about the change that occurs when you are "on-camera", or "on-stage". Something I, and I think most actors, can relate to. There is a strange transformation that takes place the moment you either walk on stage, or the director screams "ACTION!" It is... Continue Reading →
In a private conversation, I was recently asked an interesting question; what is the best way to learn your lines? It is not something I really think much about these days. After many years of plays and filming, I have sort of had a technique evolve organically. I took bits and pieces from all over... Continue Reading →
Lee Sheppard suggested that I write a post on "When to say 'No'." Based on another suggestion for a blog post, I address the matter of when to say no. As Lee was not specific in his suggestion, I will take it as saying no to a show, or a role. Now, why should this... Continue Reading →
Lee Sheppard suggested that I write a post on "Community Theatre? Why bother?" Before I start this post, I would like to state one thing and make it perfectly clear. I do not consider myself to be a brilliant actor, just a good one. I do it because it fires something inside that I thrive... Continue Reading →
Debs_Dwelling @labrug How to make a character so convincing your audience believes you are going through what you are portraying? 😉 25/02/2014 7:26 pm This is a hard one to answer. Ultimately, it is a very personal choice as to how far an actor is prepared to go in portraying your character. You see, when... Continue Reading →
I question I have been asked, and I am sure has been asked of many an actor, or even public speaker, is "How can you do that?" Usually quickly followed with "I'd be too scared." Usually some derivative of this discussion follows when you introduce yourself as an actor to "non-actors", and I use that... Continue Reading →
Perhaps on of the biggest challenges I have had to face in any production is trying to make my characters spontaneous. I look at some of the performances I have seen and what I find has kept me most interested in a show (more often than not) is a performance which is unpredictable. I have... Continue Reading →
I recall a TV show (Forgiving Dr. Mengele) about an elderly Jewish lady (Eva Mozes Kor) who went on a journey through her own childhood and her time in Nazi concentration camps. As a child, she witnessed the horrors of the genocide of her people, and the death of her parents. She returned to the... Continue Reading →
Promotional Plug - Silent City A local feature film that I play a small role in, is seeking public support in the manner of an Indiegogo Campaign. This is to help pay for the final bits of processing including colour grading, visual and sound effects, and a number of other technical items. We would really... Continue Reading →
In response to osullivankate Quite often, an actor will be confronted with an interesting choice; to take on several roles or look for something else. They have found someone else for the lead and supporting roles, and have had a hard time filling their smaller roles. In films, this is often what happens to an... Continue Reading →
Reflection of a Ham 