The Real Life Actor

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**The Real Life Actor**

Jeff Seymour, acting coach of 43 years and author of ‘The Real Life Actor’ talks acting and the business.

Latest Episodes:

Stop staring when you act. The best way to stand out in an audition. Nov 18, 2019

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Once again, Jeff offers up solid acting advice about some common acting problems.

Lose the obligation of result. It’s the best way to go. Nov 07, 2019

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Jeff discusses the importance of never focusing on the notes you plan to hit, but rather the path to those notes.

Getting rid of the self doubt that denies your instincts Oct 14, 2019

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Jeff questions why actors are so quick to deny their instincts.

The perspective you need to make it personal Oct 04, 2019

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Jeff goes over the best way to care about the thing we’re supposed to care about in a scene by making it a personal issue, not an acting issue.

Approaching a scene. A practical demonstration. Sep 15, 2019

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Jeff puts you in a scene and takes you through it, pointing out the things an actor should be concerned with and focused on.

Stop being stingy with support and compliments, you’ll be a better artist for it. Sep 01, 2019

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Jeff explains why being generous to fellow artists with support and compliments will make you a more confident actor.

Why bending like a reed in the wind is an actor’s most powerful stance. Aug 19, 2019

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Actors need to loosen up on the reins a little and stop taking redirects and criticisms so personally. There is more power in being fluid. Learn to relax your grip on your one idea.

Remember this: Story is King Aug 12, 2019

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Jeff explains the importance of clearly understanding the story you’re trying to tell.

The best way to keep from “falling out” while you’re acting Jul 08, 2019

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Actor’s seem to be forever struggling with staying in a scene. Jeff offers up some great advice as to how you can keep your mind exactly where it needs to be.

When in doubt, choose humility. Jun 09, 2019

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If you’re interested in having a healthy career, listen to this.