I’ve recently returned from a three-month trip to Los Angeles – part holiday and part networking to get a feel for what the industry is like out there. It’s not easy and nothing will just fall into your lap. However, if you have the determination and the passion to follow your dreams, then going to
As a Scot living in Cardiff I often have friends visit. While they’re here it would be criminal if I didn’t show them around this vibrant city, and I thought I’d share my go-to attractions for Cardiff!
As some of you may know I am a bit of a geek. It has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. Not because anyone in my family is a geek, it seems to come from chance viewings and external influences. I have vague memories of watching Red Dwarf and
If you have been following me on social media then you will know I’m cat mad. To be honest not just cats, I’ve grown up around cats and dogs so I am animal daft.
After all the preparation for an audition being told no could seem like the end of the World. However, you shouldn’t look at it like this. Every audition is an opportunity. While you might not be suitable for that role, you have had the chance to be seen and it can happen that the director/casting director may think of you in the future for another role.
Working at film and comic conventions was a great way to meet people from the industry, indulge my inner geekdom (especially when Star Wars guests were around!) and chat to people about our mutual hobbies.
Auditions – some people love them, others hate them – but whichever way you look at it they’re an essential part of being an actor. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve been acting for years or you’re just starting out, if you can approach the audition in the right way you can get the part – and hopefully enjoy the process!