No Winning Entry

Currently, we've been unable to find a suitable entry to win our contest. Which for me, is alright. Its very early in the birth of this blog, so I don't mind too much!

However, I will be hosting another contest, on this blog, and several of my others. The concept of this contest is 'horror' theme. Here are the ground rules; they aren't set in stone, I'm just developing them for use.

-$0 Budget. You must only use those things which you can find around your home easily enough.

-Horror Genre.

-5 Min Max.

Opinions?

Acting Job

Okay, nevermind. Confirmed it. Apply here for Pirates 4.

Pirates of the Caribbean 4

Anyone got any more info about this? Supposedly, the company that I advertise is looking to fill some roles for this movie.

Click the Explore Talent ads for more information!

Acting Advice

One of the biggest tasks in acting, is producing tears on stage. Of course, if your the perfection of the artist, then you should be able to deliver. If your focused on the perfection of the art, you may actually find trouble doing this.

But generally, I tend to think most actors, and artists in general perfect the artists, which will in turn perfect the art. But they should be able to delve into their roles and feel a personal connection with them.

If you can't, then draw up on heartbreak, put yourself in that situation. Then add elements of self-pity, like how you were doing your best. Then, focus on something else that someone did near the same time that made you all emo. Then bam, you should be a crying lil whiney biatch in no time.

Define Yourself

Alway define your roles, but never let your roles define you. Stand out and make great performances. Then take risks.

Ipad Commercial Acting Opportunity

I've got a great new opportunity for Actors/Actresses in the South East. Ipad commercials are now being shot. Here is your contact.

The Value of Roleplay

If you aren't familiar with the term, it is the essence of acting. Taking yourself out of the equasion and pretending to be someone else.

If you aren't familiar, there are a series of games, called Role-Playing Games, that help you do this. They are systemic, and very orderly, but the opportunities to practice your craft are endless. Plus, its fun!

So pick up a copy of Dungeons and Dragons today!

The Value of a Body of Work

Okay, so I was reading an actress' blog. I wont tell you which one, mostly because I forget her name. But she is on the office, if that matters.

But her best advice, is that your first priority, in year one of your acting career, shouldn't be to seek out an agent, or to be searching for the great gigs or even paying gigs. Your first job should be to build a body of work. She says that her total income in her first year of acting was about $100.

So keep that in mind. Sometimes its more important to expand your craft, than it is to jump right into a role and try to get paid.

Inspiration & Contest

Today I have both a usual quote for inspiration for you guys, and a contest. The contest will be closed on Friday February 5th, 2009. The winner shall be determined over the weekend and will know by the end of the week.

'Reclining on the moss, replete and exquisitely sleepy, he argued, "Put your head on my shoulder." ' -Cass Timberlane by Sinclair Lewis

Take a few minutes and reflect on this. There are no meanings to this.

But what I want you to do, as an actor, is imagine how to best say this line while remaining 'replete and exquisitely sleepy'. Reflect on this.

Then I want you to make your vest video interpretation of this line, and send it to my email. It doesn't have to be professional (lord knows my projects aren't):

emperor@crimsonstarentertainment.com

I will select the person with the best response to this line, in my own opinion, and they shall be offered a free 1957 copy of the book. Subject of email should read: Sleepy Contest

As always though, take a look at my film.

Videos, when sent to me, shall become my property, and could possibly be used on this website.