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Ward Acting Studio Podcast

Wendy Ward, Director & Founder of the Ward Studio, reflects on the art of acting, the Meisner approach, acting etiquette & what to remember when taking your skills into the marketplace.

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Difficult Men -- More evidence of our male-dominated industry

Difficult Men -- More evidence of our male-dominated industry

Shout out to strong, talented women.  We need you to step up as writers, directors and producers! When will our stories ... Read more

23 Sep 2013

6mins

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For the Women - thoughts on sexism in the industry

For the Women - thoughts on sexism in the industry

Sexism in the acting industry is a huge topic and takes a lot of time to discuss.  It can also be really complicated.  I... Read more

26 May 2016

12mins

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Watching yourself in the monitor

Watching yourself in the monitor

Learn to put your attention somewhere else than on yourself.

30 Sep 2017

3mins

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Acting is not a mystery

Acting is not a mystery

Acting is not therapy or a mystery nor is it an intellectual pursuit.  You want to find training that makes you proficie... Read more

23 Sep 2013

8mins

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Meisner -- not a cult, but a craft

Meisner -- not a cult, but a craft

Sometimes students complain about friends who disparage their Meisner training by saying things like "Sounds like a cult... Read more

9 Oct 2013

6mins

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Take 48

Take 48

Sometimes being ready to shoot the best take just takes some time.

23 Oct 2013

2mins

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Your friendliness may be OVERfamiliar

Your friendliness may be OVERfamiliar

Know the boundary between overfamiliarity and professional courtesy.

26 Sep 2017

5mins

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Owning your niche

Owning your niche

If you're a specific type, be fully prepared to own that niche.

6 Oct 2017

5mins

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Stop letting other actors intimidate you!

Stop letting other actors intimidate you!

If you've ever felt intimidated by the actor who walks in exhibiting that "I already know these people" air, let it go. ... Read more

25 May 2016

4mins

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Accents or other physical adjustments in your auditions

Accents or other physical adjustments in your auditions

Best practices for your auditions when it comes to using accents or other physical adjustments.

24 May 2016

4mins

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