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FEATURED POSTS... Monologues - Do You Need One? I wax nostalgic when I remember my first acting classes. It was clear (at least to me), that this is what I wanted to do the rest of my life; portray other people’s lives. Sitting in the dark of an almost vacant house, my acting class watching each student in turn. The inky black proscenium stage with a new coat of paint had a tacky noise as people performed, walking to and fro desperately trying to connect with the audience.... Acting Resume Debacle What goes on your resume and in what order? It's a general question that follows the mandate of every talent agent and manager: "You need a resume." You may not realize you need one, depending on your relative newness to the acting field, but while there is a myriad of opposing arguments dictating the structure and content of a resume, the one thing that can't be denied is its necessity.... Using the Right Headshots Right now, if you go to any alley in Hollywood, and peer into any dumpster, there's a good chance you'll see stacks of discarded headshots. You'll see thousands of 8x10 color and black-and-white photos of people looking their best, all smiles, wearing their best outfits. There's something sad about seeing so many hopeful faces, trying their best, laying at the bottom of a trash can... CloseUp: Nathan McCoy Nathan McCoy is from Dallas, Texas, where he graduated from KD Studio Acting Conservatory. He also received training through TVI Workshops and improv training from Lone Star Comedy Troupe before moving to California to study directing and writing... CloseUp: Dawn Akemi Raised in Hawaii, Dawn Akemi lived in Washington DC, Seattle, and Minneapolis before settling in Los Angeles. Her career path includes Certified Public Accountant, Sales, Chef, Artist, and, most beloved, Acting... CloseUp: Harrison Brown Harrison Brown grew up in the small town of Oregon, Wisconsin. In high school, he created the popular comedy variety show on cable access, "Road Closed." Road Closed became an opportunity for Harrison to bring concepts and comedic ideas to the screen... Agent or Manager? What is the difference between a manager, and an agent? Glad you asked. It’s quite simple really. A manager offers a service to you that entails zoning in on your strengths and weaknesses. They can direct you to the type of acting classes you need, according to your current skill level... Building Your Actor's Makeup Kit Every beginning actor needs a basic makeup kit--you'll want to enhance your own image with the right shades and styles. After you get started with the basics, you'll add your own specialties, experimenting with effects and makeup types. But for now, the basics... PROMOTE YOURSELF... IFLA is about sharing experiences and opportunities in the independent film scene of the Los Angeles area. It's about learning and growing as artists. Promote yourself by submitting your photos, headshots, personal experiences, and upcoming events. Continue to the Submissions Page... 
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