There are certain actors who directors LOVE working with... and then there are "THOSE" actors. The ones who might be incredibly talented, but nobody wants to work with them, because they're divas or lazy or just don't seem to care. Don't be one of "THOSE" actors. Here are 7 habits of highly effective young actors …
I wrote a post over a year ago about my "how I got to where I am" story, which nobody asked for. You can read that post here. Today I'm finally adding part two to the blog! So, we're at the university years! I applied to only three universities: the University of Guelph, the University …
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Got a burning question about theatre you need answered? Here are some common questions I've received from kids and parents at OKTC -- hope you find them useful!1. I want to get involved in theatre. What should I do? Join your school drama club. Try out for your school production. Take drama classes. Audition for your community theatre. Go to …
Every profession has their own tools of the trade. A professional athlete needs their sports equipment (skates, sneakers, bats, balls, whatever!). A house builder needs their hammer, safety goggles, hard hat, and so on. An actor is no exception! Here are the items I always tell my TAG actors that they should have. Rehearsal Tools …
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I was invited to another special event in Toronto -- a VIP Event for the official opening of The Fine Art of Murder at Mysteriously Yours Dinner Theatre. This new show is based on the ever-popular Sherlock Holmes, which is awesome! I'm a big Sherlock Holmes junkie. Unfortunately I'm not able to attend (because I'll be interviewing …
Kerry Hishon 