Meet with acting coach Michelle Danner in Santa Monica My philosophy is that artists can draw upon all different acting techniques and form a toolbox of their own, their very own Golden Box. Our actors develop a comprehensive set of “acting tools” when approaching a role or a scene whether it be for film, television or…
Check out Actors Weekly Advice & Tips: Videos from Michelle Danner This Week: Discovering your Inner Thoughts If you think the thoughts, the inner dialogue, your eyes will light up in that very particular way, and if you think those thoughts, that inner dialogue is going to be picked up by the camera. It’s going…
ACTING LESSONS : Tips on Cold Reading Cold reading can sometimes be pretty hectic. The director may change scripts on you, the reader could have a hard time with the words, or maybe you just can’t find the moment. You never know what can happen. The best advice for cold reading is to stay focused, pick…
Can’t afford acting classes? Recommended article brought to you by Michelle Danner’s Acting Los Angeles Acting School When speaking with another actor, my first question is usually, “who have you studied with?” Finding good lessons and experienced teachers is paramount. I feel the key to ‘cheaper’ classes is discovering what works for you, with the exception that you…
by backstage expert acting coach Michelle Danner “How do you become a star?” That is a question that was asked of me not too long ago by one of my students. I thought it was a good question, since it’s something that an actor should want. However, in order to answer, I…