Monthly Archives: December 2007

Let's talk about background work (1 of 4)

Posted on December 27, 2007 by Matt D

One of the difficult but necessary skills any professional actor must develop is the ability to judge whether or not a job is a career-building opportunity.  For example, I could probably get a job for one of the many groups … Continue reading →

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What can the New York Football Giants teach us about acting? (2 of 2)

Posted on December 21, 2007 by Matt D

So we’ve covered how the Giants need to make a change, and you’ve probably already figured out my point.  We must constantly assess our approach to the industry and change any processes or routines that are unproductive. I know I’ve … Continue reading →

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What can the New York Football Giants teach us about acting? (1 of 2)

Posted on December 18, 2007 by Matt D

If you follow American football you might be familiar with the tale of the Giants.  They have a long history of heartbreaking losses punctuated by brief but glorious moments of triumph.  This year they’re stumbling in the general direction of … Continue reading →

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Let's talk about representation

Posted on December 10, 2007 by Matt D

Today I received an email from a curious party asking how she can get in touch with an agent.  Since questions about representation come to me about a dozen times a day I think it’s high time I address the … Continue reading →

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A brief look at the big picture

Posted on December 3, 2007 by Matt D

I can’t believe it’s December already! An ancient Chinese proverb reads, “may you live in interesting times.”  Given the WGA and IATSE Local One strikes and the upcoming SAG strike that will probably hit during the summer of 2008 there … Continue reading →

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