| Description |
1 online resource (304 pages) |
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text file |
| Note |
First published as Secrets from the casting couch: 2009. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
The actor and the casting director -- The twelve strategies -- The shaky ground of identity politics and casting -- To be or not to be ... nude: auditioning for scenes involving nudity and intimacy -- Intimacy coordinators -- How to report abuse and harassment -- The diversity question -- Why actors should never do blackface -- Considerations for LGBT, trans, and non-binary actors -- Considerations for actors with disabilities -- Actor marketing in the internet age -- Archetypes and branding -- Guidelines for headshots -- CV or resumé -- Showreel and video clips -- Casting sites and search engines -- Actor websites -- Social media -- IMDb: we love it, we hate it -- Self-tape casting -- The virtual video audition and lessons from the pandemic -- Frequently asked questions about auditioning -- Who are these people and how do I contact them? -- How to get an agent -- Practical exercises -- Scene analysis. |
| Summary |
"If you're working with Nancy Bishop you know you're in good, accomplished hands, whether you're a director or an actor.' - Neil Burger, Director of The Illusionist Auditioning for Film and Television is a must-have book and video guide for actors, written from the perspective of a casting director and offering practical advice on audition technique, scene analysis, online casting and social media. It is a practical workbook that teaches actors the craft of film auditioning in front of the camera. It shows actors how to use today's technology and social media to advance their careers and features success strategies alongside exercises to achieve results in the casting studio. This new edition offers expert advice on the following topics that have emerged in the industry since the #metoo movement: > How actors can most professionally conduct themselves in a casting situation, and on set, when there is sexuality inherent in a role > How both interviewers and interviewees can keep the relationship clear, professional and above board > What resources are available if issues arise."-- Provided by publisher. |
| Note |
Compliant with Level AA of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. Content is displayed as HTML full text which can easily be resized or read with assistive technology, with mark-up that allows screen readers and keyboard-only users to navigate easily |
| Access |
Concurrent user level: 1 user |
| Subject |
Motion pictures -- Casting.
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Motion pictures -- Casting. |
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Acting -- Auditions.
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Acting -- Auditions. |
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Television programs -- Casting.
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MeToo movement.
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MeToo movement. |
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Television programs -- Casting. |
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Acting techniques,Performance art,Drama & performing (Children's / Teenage) |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Title |
Secrets from the casting couch
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| Other Form: |
Print version: 9781350155947 |
| ISBN |
1350155950 electronic book |
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9781350155954 (electronic book) |
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9781350155978 electronic book |
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9781350155947 print |
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9781350155930 electronic book |
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1350155934 print |
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1350155942 print |
| Standard No. |
10.5040/9781350155978 |
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