The Real Life Actor

What it means to forget the audience while you're working.

This is how feel what you need to feel in a scene.

The most effective way to use the lines you've diligently memorized.

Here are some great tips on the best way to memorize and "own" your words.

Some helpful hints on what to consider when deciding the best way to play your character.

Jeff explains why it's so important to read the script from a readers point of view first. Familiarize yourself with the story before you start thinking about your character.

Here are some tips for telling the tragic stories you sometimes have to tell when you act.

Jeff explains why working live on stage is so important for the actor's growth and confidence.

Jeff discusses the best way to wrangle self doubt.

Here are some great tips on how to approach staging a play.

Jeff lays out an exciting new training program.

Jeff shares his thoughts on conventional theatre acting and directing and why it needs to change.

What is properly taking direction and why is it an actor's superpower? Jeff explains in detail.

Jeff explains why you'll always come up short if being "real" is your primary focus.

Jeff explains the importance of always being word perfect.

Jeff explains the finer points in dealing with agents, from getting to maintaining.

Jeff explains why live auditions aren't coming back and offers some great tips to get the most out of your self tapes.

Jeff explains the importance of strongly justifying your characters actions.

Jeff explains the importance of self conflict in your scenes.

Jeff gives a great example of a wonderful way to own your words and learn your lines.