Unstoppable Actors: the essential podcast for ambitious, aspiring actors
StandBy Method Acting Studio
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Find out your acting type HERE It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity. In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum. You'll hear about: 🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we l...
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Find out your acting type HERE It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity. In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum. You'll hear about: 🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we l...
Find out your acting type HERE It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity. In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum. You'll hear about: 🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we l...
Find out which type of actor you are here It's hard truth time. I recently applied for a role I was perfect for. The right look, the right age, the right energy, and I had LIVED the experience of the character... Honestly, it was like they'd written it for me. And yet... I didn't even get an audition. In the past, that would've sent me spiralling straight into rejection mode... "What's wrong with me? Am I not good enough? Am I not one of the lucky ones?". But this time, ...
Find out which type of actor you are here Is there a perfect age to start an acting career? Should you have started acting as a child to be in with the best chance of succeeding, what if you're in your 20s, 30s or 40s, have you missed the boat? This is one of the biggest fears of new and early career actors. We'll unpack this in detail. Let me know what landed for you at the end of the episode. Lights, Camera, Action Your no-fluff Method Acting Coach Louise Support...
Ever feel like you're almost there in the scene, like the performance is solid, but something's stopping you from REALLY living the character? You're not alone! You're not broken. You're not, not talented. In this episode I break down the three types of actors (you'll probably see yourself in one of them!) and the surprisingly common block they all hit when it comes to expression and emotional truth! You'll also hear 🎭A brilliant Stanislavski quote that will change how you a...
In this inspiring episode, we're deep diving into The Actor's Journal - the FREE tool our students say they can't live without. Whether you're a new actor or someone craving deeper, more truthful performances, this journal is the bridge between script analysis and full emotional embodiment. You'll hear how this one resiurce helps you: Move beyondvsurface-level choices and into the heart of your characterDiscover quirks, backstory details and emotional truths you can FEEL on ...
🎬 Become the kind of actogives you that r casting directors can't ignore! 👉 Apply for the Summer 10-Week Method Acting Programme now! Applications close Weds 9th July - get your application in here Before Leonardo DiCaprio was a global icon he was an unknown teenager, building his career up one role at a time... and auditioning for This Boys Life opposite Robert DeNiro. He knew he had to do something different to stand out. So he took a risk. One that caught DeNiro's attention...
Drama school told me my acting was "fcking sht". No support. No guidance. Just shame. If you've ever questioned your talent or wondered if you need traditional drama school training to make it... this episode is for you. I'm pulling back the curtain on what actually builds a professional actor, why drama school isn't the only path and how I found the real tools that transformed my performances and confidence. Whether you're starting out or feeling stuck... This is the epis...
Still holding the script and feeling totally disconnected in the scene? In this powerful episode of Unstoppable Actors, we're diving into what REALLY happens when actors haven't learnt their lines yet... And why it often leads to performances that feel flat, fake, or just... forgettable. I break down the 3 most common habits actors fall into when they're on book (spoiler: they make it almost impossible to conect to your scene partner or feel anything real). But more importan...
Are you getting tired and frustrated with getting to the end of scenes knowing something was missing? You did your best but it feels like you're just reciting lines instead of them feeling like they're yours. In this episode of Unstoppable Actors, I'm sharing a powerful Stanislavski acting exercise that will help you transform your performances from surface-level to emotionally raw and real. This is the exact tool I use in class to help actors go from faking it to fully ambodying the ...
Are you powering through monologues just to get them done? Feeling like you're surviving the scene instead of living through it? In this episode, I dive deep into one fo the biggest traps early career actors fall into... performance survival mode. I'll show you how this common habit is silently sabotaging your ability to create truthful, emotionally connected work that grabs casting directors by the heart. But more importantly... I'll give the game-changing Method Acting exercise that...
The Secret To Making Small Roles Unforgettable If you've ever felt disheartened being cast in a "small role", this episode is your permission slip to see it differently... and start making those roles work for you. I'm diving into the craft and career value of small roles, how to approach them like a pro, and why they are the hidden stepping stones to bigger bookings. From bringing depth to one-liners to making casting directors remember you... We're flipping the script on what it m...
Struggling to truly become your character - instead of just playing them? In this episode, I walk you through powerful, practical tips to help you immerse into the character with ease. Fro dissolving nerves and overthinking to unlocking authentic emotional connection, these tools are for actors who want to go deeper faster... And with more confidence. We're ditching surface level acting and stepping into full embodiment. 🎁 PLUS - to celebrate my 40th birthday, I'm offering 4...
Have you ever felt the pressure to say yes to a role, or every role, even when something didn't sit quite right? In this episode, I'm sharing why I recently turned down a part... and why that decision was one of the most empowering things I've done in my acting career. You'll learn 🎭 What it really means to say no (and how it can actually move your career forwards) 💡 How to turn down a role with kindness and professionalism 🧠 Why the fear of missing out is just that - fear, not fact...
The Reset: Getting Back Into Auditions Without the Panic. Haven't had an audition in a while? Feeling the pressure to "get it right" now that ones finally landed in your inbox? This episode is for you. I'm walking you through exactly how to reset your mindset, prep like a pro and deliver high-quality auditions - even if you feel out of practice. You'll learn what to focus on (and what to ditch), plus my favourite Method Acting toll to shake off the rust and deliver with conf...
Are you stuck in line-learning mode? This episode is your wake-up call. In "Beyond the Lines: The Secrets to Deeper Characters", I break down why focusing only on lines is sabotaging your performances - and keeping you from standing out early in your career. You'll discover: The truth about why surface-level acting isn't memorable2 powerful Method Acting exercises that pull you straight into the heart of the character4 deeper elements that are way more important than the words...
Struggling to feel connected to your character when the director calls "action"? In this episode, I reveal three common things actors do before scenes that actually block emotional truth - and what to do instead. You'll discover one powerful (and rarely talked about) Method Acting exercise that helps you drop into the role with ease - no overthinking, no faking, no guessing, just a raw, honest performance that grips your audience. Want to train like this every week? Join The Met...
Want to move your audience to tears - for real? In this episode, I share a powerful method acting exercise called affective memory, and how we paired it with the "baby in the bath" exercise to unlock genuine emotion in a deeply gripping scene. You'll hear how one actor, using nothing more than a teatowel as a prop baby accessed raw emotional truth that gave everyone goosebumps - and why this level of presence is truly what sets unforgettable actors apart. Ready to start ...
Try The Method Actor's Circle for just £1! Unlock access to professional Method Acting Classes, audition coaching and career support. Join now at bit.ly/themethodactorscircle and use code MAC1 for your £1 trial. Ever felt disconnected from your character right before stepping on stage? In this raw, revealing episode, I share how a director's different approach to Method Acting left me struggling in rehearsals, how I nearly lost the role completely, and what it took to turn things around...
Step inside the inspiring story of Ayelen Nilsson - an early career actor who went to her first Method Acting class to be cast in an Amazon Prime film in just six months. In this candid episode we talk about her first-ever audition, the surpriing detour brought her back to acting and the unexpected person who believed in her dream. We also get real about the mental health challenges, self-image struggles and mindset blocks that creep in when you're going ALL IN on your craft. Yo...
Woke up late? Forgot your lines? Life falling apart on the day of your audition? Yep - it happens! In this episode, I'm giving you the simple mindset shits and action plan to reset fast and still give a performance that earns you a recall or better still, getting booked, even when the lead up is a mess. Because being a professional actor doesn't mean your life is perfect - it means you know how to show up anyway. Ready to train for moments like this? Join The Method Actor's Circle for jus...
Unstoppable Actors: the essential podcast for ambitious, aspiring actors
Find out your acting type HERE It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity. In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum. You'll hear about: 🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we l...