Actors often draw their audience in through strong and seemingly authentic emotions.  Perhaps you watched a particularly emotional scene in a movie or play and wondered to yourself whether or not the emotion the actor was showing was truthful.  Perhaps they were crying and you could see the tears falling.  Are those real tears?  The answer is, probably, yes. Crying on command is tricky business and like everything else, takes preparation and practice. However, there are some tips and tri

Bollywood dance moves are part of a large cultural tradition, in which storytelling is a spectacle and dance is a genuine form of human expression and emotion. In order to master the art of Bollywood dancing, taking lessons with a private instructor who's familiar with the style is important, but you should also know a little bit about it yourself! The best dancers don't just master the moves; they appreciate and celebrate the origins of the dance. As you enjoy these five films, you'll see Boll

Have you ever wondered what it's like to travel the world touring with a symphony orchestra? Jet-setting from New York to LA, hopping from London to Paris and then on to Rome and Madrid. Maybe a few days in Tokyo before flying to Shanghai and finishing in Sydney. Ah yes, it’s a glamorous life…...or is it?   What is it Actually Like to Tour With a Symphony Orchestra? I was very fortunate to have spent 23 years as a member of the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in London. During those yea

Writing a song is a huge accomplishment. It takes a lot of patience, perseverance, hard-work, knowledge, and sometimes sheer luck. There are many expenses that go into writing and releasing a song as well. Will you hire musicians as session artists? Are you recording at home or in an established studio? Will you mix and master your song or are you hiring someone else to do it? Either way, each one costs time, money, or both. In this article, we will explore different the question, "how do songwr

Have you been wondering about taking your show to a fringe festival, and then wondered, "why fringe theater?" First of all, anybody in the world of theater can probably agree with me when I say that there is no such thing as "too much” exposure!  This is especially true if you are a budding actor or writer. I am always telling my acting students that when they are just starting out, it’s wise to say “yes” to any opportunity that comes your way, as even the disappointing ones are