The Web For Actors blog

Announcements, tips and the occasional argument about what an actor website is for.

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From the blog · Oct 4, 2019
Say Goodbye to Website Regrets

If you ask me what is the most important feature of Web For Actors in terms of Actor Websites, I will undeniably say ease of use and tools that help you maintain your website and online...
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From the blog · Sep 27, 2019
The Actor's Life

I loved reading Jenna's honest and sincere appraisal of the actualities of breaking into, finding one’s way, and then thriving in this business.
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From the blog · Sep 20, 2019
Three Basic Parts of Acting

I'm not an actor. I'm not an acting teacher. What qualifies me to even offer advice on what actors should be taught?
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From the blog · Sep 6, 2019
Obtaining Union Status

I always ask my actor friends: "Where exactly are you with your acting career?" Different people get to certain segments of their acting career at different speeds.
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From the blog · Aug 23, 2019
Becoming an Influencer

First let's answer this question. How would I know about influencers and what companies might want (or expect) from them?
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From the blog · Aug 16, 2019
Training the Actor's Body

Dick McCaw is Senior Lecturer in Drama and Theatre at Royal Holloway, University of London, UK.
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From the blog · Aug 9, 2019
Self-tape and Reel Submissions

Over the past year I've been digging through YouTube and Vimeo looking for reels. Trying to figure out what's good quality what's just plain horrible.
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From the blog · Aug 2, 2019
Theatre and Audience

What does theatre do for – and to – those who witness, watch, and participate in it?
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From the blog · Jul 30, 2019
In the spotlight with Kearia Schroeder

When did you start acting?I started acting in 2010. I landed my first role on a show called Single Ladies on VH1.
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From the blog · Jul 26, 2019
On Set Etiquette

First days (impressions) matter!Show up 15 minutes early to the check in table.
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From the blog · Jul 19, 2019
The Singing on Stage

“The authors of this book explain the excellent singing techniques taught at RADA, which are vital for any actor or serious drama student.
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From the blog · Jul 19, 2019
Drama for Learning

Gavin Bolton is a graduate of Sheffield University. He taught for thirteen years to various groups of students, from elementary and secondary to sight and hearing impaired.