
Episode 176: I'm directing a feature, cast entirely from actors I've trained. Here's why I chose them.
Jeff is directing a feature he wrote, cast entirely from the actors he's trained. He explains what he looks for in the actors he chooses.
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Jeff Seymour, acting coach of 37 years and author of 'The Real Life Actor' talks acting and the business.
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Jeff is directing a feature he wrote, cast entirely from the actors he's trained. He explains what he looks for in the actors he chooses.

Jeff shares a couple of chapters of the upcoming Audiobook version of his book, The Real Life Actor.

Jeff talks about why performing in from of live audience is the best way to improve your acting. He also offers a way for you to do it.

Jeff discusses ways of approaching your work that end up creating more confusion than clarity.

Jeff discusses a long needed change in the way acting is approached and taught.

Here are the details for Jeff's spring 2025 book/teaching tour.

Jeff describes his latest book, The Real Life Actor Scene Study Workbook with 32 original scenes.

Jeff discusses his two new books, Directing Talent and Showing Up Like a Pro. Here is the Amazon link for Showing Up Like a Pro https://shor...

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 st...

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.
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