Monthly Archives: January 2008

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

Posted on January 24, 2008 by Matt D

Now, as promised, the conclusion! After exploring some of the dangerous misconceptions associated with background work two posts ago I spent my previous entry explaining the merits of it.  Today I offer up some final thoughts and warnings. First, I … Continue reading →

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Monologues

Posted on January 24, 2008 by admin

Here is the most important thing I can say about monologues — prepare, prepare, prepare. I have made the mistake in the past, as many actors have, of choosing a new monologue and simply memorizing, working it on my own … Continue reading →

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Profiles in courage

Posted on January 18, 2008 by Matt D

I know I still owe you final thoughts on background work but I need to pause this week to muse on an important subject: creating your own opportunities. As professional actors we must wait to be chosen.  We can train … Continue reading →

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Let's talk about background work (3 of 4)

Posted on January 10, 2008 by Matt D

I’ve previously written about the importance of learning to tell which professional opportunities will benefit your career and cleared up some (regretfully) popular misconceptions about background work. I don’t want to dismiss background work altogether, however.  It does have its … Continue reading →

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Let's talk about background work (2 of 4)

Posted on January 3, 2008 by Matt D

Last time I wrote about the importance of knowing whether or not a job opportunity is career-building. Many actors fresh in the industry like to talk to me about background work.  It’s fairly easy to get and it provides an … Continue reading →

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