Tyler Perry Studios
General Submissions - Online Only at NowCasting.com!

Tyler Perry Studios is currently accepting General Submissions via
NowCasting.com for their "Casting Files." They are looking to gather
and archive actors of just about all types and ages and from most
locations in the U.S.

The submissions must be made online via NowCasting.com. NowCasting is
the online database that Tyler Perry Studios uses for casting, online
filing cabinets, online auditions, audition archiving, etc.

PLEASE - DO NOT CONTACT TYLER PERRY STUDIOS DIRECTLY OR MAIL THEM
UNSOLICITED MATERIALS. They are committed to handling their General
Submissions in a way that is manageable for them and fair and easy
for all actors. Submissions must go through www.NowCasting.com.

THERE IS NO COST FOR ACTORS TO SUBMIT VIA NOWCASTING TO PROJECTS
POSTED OUTSIDE OF LOS ANGELES.* This includes the Tyler Perry Studios
General Submissions. (*Los Angeles based Free members can submit via
Notices posted to "Southwest" instead of "Los Angeles." You need to
add Southwest as a Secondary location in your profile.)

THERE IS NEVER A FEE FOR AN ACTOR TO CREATE AND UPDATE A NOWCASTING
ONLINE PROFILE (Basic profile includes resume, bios, pics and direct
profile web address.)

THERE IS NO COST FOR A QUALIFIED AGENT OR MANAGER TO MAINTAIN THEIR
ENTIRE ROSTERS IN NOWCASTING AND TO SUBMIT TO NOTICES.
Also... actor profiles in NowCasting are linked with several other
industry databases (Players Directory Online, Baseline Studio
Systems, Online Auditions Now) and is used in many different ways by
casting, studios, networks, directors, producers, agents, managers
and, of course, actors.

TO LEARN MORE AND TO SIGN UP:
ACTORS: go to www.nowcasting.com/theloop - there you will learn more
about NowCasting and the related industry databases. Then click Get
In NOW to start creating your profile. Do not submit to ANY casting
notice without a completed profile. (NOTE: When you set
your "Primary Location" that means where YOU LIVE or the place where
you primarily work as an actors. Choose a specific city and if it is
not listed choose a region. You can add secondary locations later.)

AGENTS AND MANAGERS: go www.nowcasting.com and click the icon for
Talent Reps. You will get the contact and information you need to get
started!

 

  The E-Magazine by Actors, for Actors - 9/10/08

 Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/actorsink to read current issue!

HITTING YOUR MARK

By Steve Carlson

"Self-Image"

How we dress, how we walk into a room, how we meet people, what we realistically think our destiny is... in all this our self-image shows through.

 

AN INDEPENDENT REVIEW

By Conrad Angel Corral

"The Feast of Love"

This overlooked gem, now available on DVD, invests the viewer in the various story lines and then exquisitely displays their inner most fears and frustrations for all to absorb and ponder.

               

THE HEALTHY ACTOR

By Jenifer Kingsley

Take A Walk!

INTRODUCING AN NEW ONGOING COLUMN!! Jenifer Kingsley is an expert on health and physical fitness. Every month she will guide us into healthier ways with tips and exercises!!

 

FROM THE EXPERTS

The Psychological Gesture, Part One

By Lisa Dalton

The Psychological Gesture is a powerful acting tool ceated by Michael Chekhov that few actors seem to know about. Yet his approach is used by some of the most successful actors of our day...

 

WORDS OF WISDOM

Positively No By GuruStu

Some thoughts on fear and how we make decisions.

 

MOVIE REVIEWS

By Ray Wong

"Elegy"

Elegy, like the word suggests, is a serious reflection of human emotions, relationships, and wants and desires. The filmmakers and actors have done a tremendous job. It's exquisite.

 

USING NOW CASTING

Now Casting Does Air Checks!

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Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/actorsink to read current issue!

 

ARE YOU IN THE LOOP YET?

http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop

Creating and maintaining an Actor Profile in Now Casting is FREE...and very important. Casting Directors around the country are using the Now Casting Online Audition system to record, archive and upload your auditions to Producers, Directors, Studio & Network Execs  - and your Actor Profile is part of that audition!  Don't let others get the advantage when the decision makers are watching auditions.  Make sure your profile is complete and up to date. It's FREE.  Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop to get started!

 

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ACTORS INK  - The E-Magazine by Actors, for Actors

                                              9/3/08

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THE SHOW BIZ BRAIN
A Map To The Red Carpet
By Bob Fraser
One thing most actors can agree on is this: We'd all like to get to the red carpet some day!!

FROM THE EXPERTS
Tips for Actors
By Mary Lou Belli & Phil Ramuno
There are certain things actors need to keep in mind during camera blocking. Read what two veteran television directors have to say on the subject!
Click here to read Article
 
ACTORS' RX
Returning to work
By K Callan
K Callan has had several letters from readers asking her to address the issue of returning to work. These actors started in the business, built resumes, worked successfully, and for one reason or another, left the business and found when they wanted to ret urn...

ASK THE VOICE CAT
Giving Depth To Words
By Marc Cashman
Marc Cashman talks about how some voice performers are quite adept at lifting the words off the page effortlessly, yet fail to take the opportunity to color words or phrases with the appropriate attitude or emotion!

MOVIE REVIEWS
By Ray Wong
"Hamlet 2"
It's irrelevant; it's satirical; it's rather dumb. But the charm of Hamlet 2 is that it doesn't really take itself too seriously. And neither should you.

WORDS OF WISDOM
Respect Their Time
By GuruStu
Time is one of our most valuable resources. It surrounds us, moves through us; yet waits for no one. And you probably don't like it when it's wasted... especially by other people.

USING NOW CASTING
Demo Reel Editing!
We now provide professional editing services in-house done by a working editor/director! Give us your footage and we'll produce a personalized reel that will showcase your strengths!
 
Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/actorsink to read current issue!

ARE YOU IN THE LOOP YET?
http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop
Creating and maintaining an Actor Profile in Now Casting is FREE...and very important. Casting Directors around the country are using the Now Casting Online Audition system to record, archive and upload your auditions to Producers, Directors, Studio & Network Execs  - and your Actor Profile is part of that audition!  Don't let others get the advantage when the decision makers are watching auditions.  Make sure your profile is complete and up to date. It's FREE.  Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop to get started!

Actors Ink is published by Now Casting, Inc.
Services for the entire Entertainment Industry
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ACTORS INK  - The E-Magazine by Actors, for Actors - 8/27/08

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SHRINK RAP
By Mari Marks, Ph. D.
An Actor Must Act
Pursuit of the arts as a profession may be viewed as impractical, self-indulgent, foolish or disreputable by certain folks. But, as Shakespeare has written, "...unto t hine ownself be true" is by far the most important credo to live by!

AN INSIDE LOOK
On A Sitcom
By Kathryn Joosten
Based on her experience, Kathryn Joosten has a few thoughts on what it's like to work on a Sitcom.
 
ART AND SOUL
By Jill Place
To Jill on her 63rd Birthday
On milestone birthdays, Jil Place can't help but think of the people and events that have shaped her life up until now. It's also an opportunity to meditate on where she's going and how she's getting there!

WINNING AUDITION STRATEGIES
Harness The Hidden Power of Habits
By Mark Brandon
Have you ever heard or used the expression, I couldn't help it--force of habit? Never underestimate the potential of that force!!

FROM THE EXPERTS
Why We Fail & How To Win
By Eugene Buica
Question: Why is it that some of the best actors can do brilliant work in class, but when it comes to auditioning for a job, they fall to pieces?

MOVIE REVIEWS
By Ray Wong
"Bottle Shock"
Bottle Shock is nothing serious or remarkable, but it's lighthearted and a warm and fuzzy little film that will make you want to drink a bit of wine, eat a bit of cheese, and dance a little dance.

USING NOW CASTING
In-House Auditions
If you need to get an audition filmed and put online pronto, we're the people to call!!
 
Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/actorsink to read current issue!

ARE YOU IN THE LOOP YET?
http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop
Creating and maintaining an Actor Profile in Now Casting is FREE...and very important. Casting Directors around the country are using the Now Casting Online Audition system to record, archive and upload your auditions to Producers, Directors, Studio & Network Execs  - and your Actor Profile is part of that audition!  Don't let others get the advantage when the decision makers are watching auditions.  Make sure your profile is complete and up to date. It's FREE.  Go to http://www.nowcasting.com/theloop to get started!

Actors Ink is published by Now Casting, Inc.
Services for the entire Entertainment Industry
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ACTORS INK  - The E-Magazine by Actors, for Actors

8/13/08

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HITTING YOUR MARK
Professional Attitude
by Steve Carlson
Acting talent alone won't make it in this market. If everyone is such a good actor, you might be wondering, what is the competition based on?

WORDS THAT DEFINE OUR BUSINESS
"Screen Story"
Ah, the fine line between credit and where credit is due...
 
AN INSIDE LOOK
The Audition
by Kathryn Joosten
If you take the mystery and angst out of the process, an audition is nothing more than a combination of job application and sales pitch.

FROM THE EXPERTS
You're Getting Warmer
by Saul Kotzubei
Doing a warm-up on your own is one important way to develop your craft even when you don't have a job, when you're not working in a class, or you don't have an audition!

THE CREDIT LADY
Your Credit Score
by Pearl Polto
Many consumers hear about their 'Credit Score, but really don't know how it is used and how it can hurt you!

MOVIE REVIEWS
by Ray Wong
"Brideshead Revisited"
While this is a beautiful adaptation with a nice cast, in the shadow of the award-winning miniseries, one must wonder if this Brideshead is worth revisiting.

USING NOW CASTING
Demo Reel Editing!
We now provide professional editing services in-house done by a working editor/director! Give us your footage and we'll produce a personalized reel that will showcase your strengths!
 
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