J. Robert Spencer Leaves "Next To Normal"

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Spencer, who plays the dad in
the broadway production of “Next to
Normal”
, was nominated for a Tony Award for this role.
Brian D’Arcy
James
, the original Off-Broadway cast member, will
replace him starting May 17. This rock musical directed by Michael Greif is
currently playing at the Booth Theatre. -Written By Sharon Dreze

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TVI Actors Studio Members only event

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IF YOU are a TVI Actors Studio member we thought this FREE event might be of interest.

The TVI Collective Mission: The TVI Collective is an artist’s development
Initiative comprised of and benefiting TVI Actors Studio’s members in
the pursuit of their artistic goals and professional growth.

We are truly excited to present this new program at TVI Actors Studio. The
Collective provides members an unprecedented
opportunity to network, produce, and promote original projects such as
staged readings, improv, sketch comedy, etc. Additionally, The
Collective will also serve as a network support group, sharing
experiences and resources with each other.

As part of our ongoing effort to offer you more… This is totally FREE
to all TVI members in good standing and those who are referred to the
Collective by a member. Don’t miss out on a truly innovative
opportunity to be a part of something special.

You’re Invited!

An information session and first meeting is scheduled for Thursday,
February 18, 2010 at 6:30p at the TVI Actors Studio (165 W. 46th ST.,
5th Floor)

YOU MUST RSVP IMMEDIATELY TO SECURE A SPOT. SIZE AND SPACE IS LIMITED.

Contact Lisa Darden via email only! PLEASE DO NOT CALL!

We look forward to the next big thing at TVI Actors Studio!

Regards,

Lisa Darden
TVI Actors Studio
The Collective Artistic Manager

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Independent Casting Directors

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What makes an Independent Casting Director so useful to the actor is that there are a variety of projects going on at any given time going on for them. For example, Pat McCorkle of McCorkle Casting Ltd. may have movie projects, a TV show, Regional, Broadway and West end Theatre projects AND New Play Readings…at the same time! This, of course, means more opportunities for actors, no matter what the interest or skill level. This is also why getting to know and learn from someone like Pat can prove useful both in the short and long run!

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Commercial Acting in NY

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OK, so you’ve heard that you can make good money doing TV commercials. In reality, there are those actors who make six figures doing them. On the other hand, many, many actors never seem to break into this world. In some ways it has completely different rules than other type acting gigs. It requires an ability to be spontaneous, upbeat (for the most part) and have a sense of humor. Second, having an ability to instantly read the audition copy-like it came from you-is crucial. Finally, knowing who the right casting people are and having an agent who actually sends actors out on commercials is a necessary ingredient. Check out a class or two with a busy Commercial Casting Director like Rebecca Yarsin of House Productions and you will be that much more ahead of the game. TVI actors studio can help.

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Commercial Acting in NY

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OK, so you’ve heard that you can make good money doing TV commercials. In reality, there are those actors who make six figures doing them. On the other hand, many, many actors never seem to break into this world. In some ways it has completely different rules than other type acting gigs. It requires an ability to be spontaneous, upbeat (for the most part) and have a sense of humor. Second, having an ability to instantly read the audition copy-like it came from you-is crucial. Finally, knowing who the right casting people are and having an agent who actually sends actors out on commercials is a necessary ingredient. Check out a class or two with a busy Commercial Casting Director like Rebecca Yarsin of House Productions and you will be that much more ahead of the game. TVI actors studio can help.

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