In order to produce our best creative work, we need to get out of our heads and into our bodies. Yea, I know, you’ve heard me say that before. But what happens when an actor needs to inhabit a character that is actually supposed to be in their head? What a mind-f*ck, right? Here’s what […]
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I don’t know what I feel…
Connecting to all the detailed body sensations and emotions you’re feeling is a big part of the Committed Impulse training. We’ve found that the stronger the connection is to the body – the quieter the mind becomes. And the more the creative force in you flows. “But what if I DON’T KNOW what I’m feeling, […]
Continue ReadingHow to Manage Panic with Presence
How do you stay present when the heat is on? We had this great question come in recently from a fella who is struggling with staying out of his head during high-pressure situations. You know the feeling right? You’re about to do something out of your comfort zone and BAM dry mouth, shaky hands, blank […]
Continue ReadingHow (not) to prep to book the job
How do you bridge your prep work with being spontaneous in the moment of creation? A wonderful actor asked me this question in a Committed Impulse session recently. This question inspired me to create a little video for you. Many of us hold onto our prep work like a flotation device because it feels safe […]
Continue ReadingHow Josh Pais Creates a Character
One of the coolest things about Josh Pais as an acting teacher is that he’s actually also a regularly working actor. No two ways about it. He’s an incredibly busy and masterful character actor. In our upcoming Character Lab, Josh is going to deliver the very tools that he uses to create a character on […]
Continue ReadingActing Classes + Booking an HBO Gig
I’ve been pondering why so many people send emails to me after they’ve registered for one of our Committed Impulse acting classes expressing their fear about starting the class. It’s always been that way. Why is that? Maybe because learning a new way of doing things is scary. Especially if it requires bringing more of […]
Continue ReadingYou’re Invited to a Free CI Session
Before we get started… If you’re not signed up for the Committed Impulse hangout on January 12th from 7-8pm EST – umm – why not? Let’s get that done right away… Of course, I’ll be there. Yes, it’s free. And, yes, the theme of the hangout is being bold within uncertainty. Yes, it’s on Zoom – […]
Continue ReadingTrust me, you need this advice from Parker Posey
A very special guest and dear friend, the legendary indie queen, Parker Posey joined us for an interactive Q+A. It was our last Character Lab session for the summer. She’s a master at creating a character and dropped a ton of wisdom. One student asked her, “how do you deal with being intimidated by certain […]
Continue ReadingOnline Acting Classes with Josh Pais
I hope this finds you safe and well. A lil update about our online acting classes… We’re wrapping up our Digital Character Lab class tonight. I’ve been blown away by the people in the course. And their work! The immense power that pours out of their bodies, and voices, when they speak from exactly where […]
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