Everything Acting

Episode 123: Casting Director Brooke Thomas

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 12:45:19 -0400

This episode, Roz Coleman and Darbi Worley provide Answers for Actors on the topic of freelancing versus signing with one agent. Also, Darbi has a talk with fantastic casting director, Brooke Thomas from House Productions. Make sure to download Darbi’s latest piece of satire from The Onion News Network, Future: News from the Year 2137 (available in iTunes). Enjoy!

Episode 122: Make Your Own Way with George Brescia

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:23:51 -0400

Darbi Worley flies solo this week as she interviews stylist and performer George Brescia about creating his solo show. George also gives some professional advice on looking your best, something every actor must do. Enjoy!

Episode 121: Make Your Own Way with Nick Marshall

Tue, 18 May 2010 12:17:19 -0400

Darbi Worley is enlightened/amazed by the documentary “Good Hair”, Roz Coleman interviews Nick Marshall (actor, writer and director with an interesting past) and the ladies answer a listener email about race in the acting biz. Black hair, an inspirational story of being an artist no matter what and tackling diversity in the entertainment industry…all in one podcast. Oh yeah!

Episode 120: LOST's Daniel Day Kim

Tue, 27 Apr 2010 15:35:46 -0400

While Darbi teaches intenSati on the beach in Tulum (rough life, right?), Lynn Chen brings us her first interview as our LA correspondent – Daniel Dae Kim! He gives behind-the-scenes insight to his journey as an Asian actor from NYU grad school to starring on one of the most-watched TV shows of all time! Enjoy!

Episode 119: Lynn Chen-New LA Correspondent

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 21:59:42 -0400

Drum roll please….we have some very exciting news! Please join us as we welcome Lynn Chen to the Everything Acting team! Lynn will be bringing us interviews from that “other” coast. We couldn’t be more thrilled to have her. Welcome aboard!

Episode 118: Geoffrey Soffer, Ugly Betty

Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:02:44 -0500

For the first time, we invite a listener to sit in on an interview. Trevor Worden joins Darbi Worley and Roz Coleman to interview the fantastic Geoffrey Soffer (Ugly Betty). One of our favorite guests to date, Geoffrey opens way up about his life and thoughts on the casting process. If you like what you hear and would like to study with Geoffrey, you can find out more at GeoffreySoffer.com.

Today's show is sponsored by ActorIntro. Please support our sponsors!

Episode 117: Patricia Moreno

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 08:37:00 -0500

Short and sweet. Darbi Worley welcomes Patricia Moreno back to talk about her intenSati Method and how it can help actors. Enjoy!!

Episode 116: Todd A Kessler (Damages)

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 12:56:22 -0500

Darbi Worley sits down with the hyper-smart Todd A. Kessler, Co-Executive Producer and Co-Creator, Damages. You don’t want to miss this one. The new season launches January 25th on FX.
Darbi and Roz wish all of you an amazing holiday season. We love you.

Episode 115: Make Your Own Way with April Yvette Thompson

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:14:12 -0500

Actress, Activist, Writer, and Teacher April Yvette Thompson shares with us her journey to taking responsibility for her fate as an artist. Find out how she pioneered her hit solo show, "Liberty City".

Also, featuring Joshua Warr whose work with April evolved into "Sing No Evil", a caberet that is currently at the Laurie Beechman Theatre.

Be inspired!

Episode 114: Casting Director Billy Hopkins (Precious)

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:33:54 -0500

Casting Director Billy Hopkins gives us the inside scoop on the casting of the film PRECIOUS and tells us what to do if we end up auditioning in his office.

Plus Darbi and Roz get personal about their own self defeating thoughts and how they recover from a bout of negative thoughts.

Enjoy.

Episode 113: Delroy Lindo

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 19:56:20 -0400

Roz Coleman interviews actor Delroy Lindo about the craft of acting and longevity of career. Darbi and Roz tackle a listeners’ question and hey!! There’s a job opening at Everything Acting Podcast. Listen and see if it’s right for you. Enjoy.

Episode 112: All My Children Star Chrishell Stause

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:14:20 -0400

Roz and Darbi catch up on their summer antics and answer listener’s emails. Later, Darbi sits down with Chrishell Stause who (at the time of this interview) was going through mucho baby daddy drama on All My Children. Get all the goods on the life of a soap star. Enjoy.

Episode 111: Make Your Own Way with Erin Stutland

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 20:43:46 -0400

Darbi Worley spends some time with actress and entrepreneur, Erin Stutland, who is making more than one of her own ways. Roz is on a beach somewhere according to Twitter. Hey, Darbi is teaching FREE intenSati classes in Washington Square Park in August. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 645am. Come play.

Episode 110: Darius Nichols and Bryce Ryness from HAIR!

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 19:59:41 -0400

I’m not gonna lie…Darbi and Roz are crushing on these boys big time. We think you’ll fall in love with them, too. There’s not much more fun happening on Broadway than HAIR! Your co-hosts finally shared a Broadway stage…along with a bunch of hot, gyrating hippies. Rowr.

Episode 109: Josh Halloway

Fri, 17 Jul 2009 21:02:58 -0400

Josh Halloway is a writer, producer, actor, monologist. Also, a movie trailer writer and show runner’s assistant. Hear what this Hollywood Renaissance Man has to say about Making Your Own Way. Darbi Worley flies solo this week as Roz entertains the HG from hell. Don’t know what that is? You should be following us on Twitter (darbiw and roz2010) or be our friends on Facebook. More info on Josh’s show HERE. .

Episode 108: Melissa Maxwell

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 15:04:06 -0400

Roz Coleman and Darbi Worley discuss Michael Jackson and how they cope with their own artistic temperaments. Later, Roz interviews Melissa Maxwell, an actress, director, writer who makes her own way as she serves the artistic community with her IN THE KNOW LIST. Enjoy.

Episode 107: Blithe Spirit

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 21:05:12 -0400

Darbi Worley goes backstage at Blithe Spirit to interview the funny maid, Susan Louise O’Connor and the funny Hair Supervisor Erin Kennedy Lunsford. Good times were had by all.

Please support our sponsor, The Voiceover Event with Joan Baker (who coached Darbi and Roz way back on Episode 22) and our listener, Ben Riddick!

Episode 106: The Last International Playboy

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:00:09 -0400

And it’s all Darbi Worley this episode. Darbi interviews Steve Clark and Thomas Moffett, two of the creative minds behind The Last International Playboy. Find out how they got their movie made and got Lydia Hearst to take her clothes off. Go see the movie at Village East in NYC!!

Episode 105: Oscar Nominee Viola Davis

Sun, 07 Jun 2009 08:33:36 -0400

Roz Coleman flies solo! Featured guest Viola Davis inspires us all as she covers everything from how she auditioned for the Oscar-nominated turn in “Doubt” to what it’s like to land in the pages of a fashion spread as a member of the A-list! Darbi Worley is off this week and attending the TONYS! She’ll be back with coverage of the awards next episode.

Episode 104: Selective Casting's Carol Nadell

Sat, 23 May 2009 13:34:31 -0400

Podcasting from the North woods of Minnesota, Darbi Worley sits down with industrial film expert, Carol Nadell of Selective Casting. Short and sweet for the holiday weekend. Darbi and Roz wish you and yours a safe and happy Memorial Day. Cheers!

Episode 103: Voiceover Biz Guru Johnna Gottlieb

Wed, 06 May 2009 14:29:05 -0400

Our first repeat guest, Johnna Gottlieb (pictured here with the late, great Don LaFontaine), checks in with Darbi Worley to discuss (everybody groan) the economy and how it has affected the voiceover market. Darbi and Roz offer up their current favorite Actor Food and issue a call for feedback from listeners. Please let us hear your answer to this question: Why do you act?? You can respond via email at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com or make a post on the Wall at our Facebook group, Everything Actors.If you’re interested in Johnna Gottlieb’s classes or services, check her out at jogoco.com. Until next time, have great auditions and get out there and Make Your Own Way!

Episode 102: Veteran Actor Ron Canada

Wed, 22 Apr 2009 17:34:34 -0400

Actor Ron Canada tells how to work (and play hard ball) with stars in movies. He should know, he has supported Russell Crowe, Vince Vaughn and many more. Roz Coleman and Darbi Worley answer a listener question, talk about the current climate in showbiz and offer up a little actor food. Enjoy.

PS Last Chance to see Roz in Zooman and the Sign at Signature Theatre, running through April 26 only.

Episode 101: The Mentalist's Ashley Gable

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 14:58:30 -0400

Darbi Worley gets inside one of the minds behind “The Mentalist.” Hear what Co-Executive Producer Ashley Gable has to say about breaking into Hollywood and what life is like once you do. Darbi and Roz discuss the etiquette surrounding following up after a callback. Darbi talks about the latest viral video from Shoot the Messenger, “A Gathering Storm,” which takes on the opponents of marriage equality. You can view the video HERE. If you haven’t seen the original, brace yourself for some crazy and then check it out HERE.

Episode 100: That’s Right….100!! The Amazing, Inspiring Patricia Moreno

Fri, 03 Apr 2009 15:56:36 -0400

Drum roll, please……ONE HUNDREDTH EPISODE, Y’ALL!!!! Darbi and Roz take a moment to pop a cork and reflect a bit about what EAP has brought to their lives and careers. Roz talks about her Zooman run and the “not so good” review she got. Darbi sits down with fitness and LOA guru Patricia Moreno. Last but not least, Darbi shares some Actor Food in the form of a Hamlet sequel. Thanks to all of you. We are honored and humbled to have been doing the show for two years now. We love you guys!

Episode 99: Cast of Zooman and The Sign

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:43:24 -0400

Roz interviews Jamal Mallory-McCree, Tre Davis and Amari Cheatom about how their training at Julliard, Rutgers and Webster prepared them for their first year in NY. These three young actors star with Roz in the Off-Broadway revival of Zooman and the Sign now playing at the Signature Theatre in NY through April 26.

Also Darbi is off to LA to perform Wake Up World (and sell it)! See Darbi in person March 17th & 18th at the Steve Allen Theater. Tickets and details at wakeupworld.tv.

Episode 98: “How to be a Working Actor” Author Mari Lyn Henry (cue angel choir!)

Thu, 12 Mar 2009 19:41:22 -0400

Darbi and Roz are kind of hyperventilating over today’s guest, Mari Lyn Henry. Author of the “Bible of the Biz,” Ms. Henry and her co-author Lynne Rogers have helped hundreds of thousands of actors embark upon their careers. Darbi and Roz both looked to this book when they were new to the industry and agree that if you can only buy one book on the business of acting, this should be the book. Hear what she had to say when Roz sat down with her recently.

Darbi and Roz dish on the Oscars. Roz shares what she’s calling a “gig guffaw” and it turns out that Darbi has made the same guffaw! Learn from our mistakes. It’s what we’re here for. Enjoy.

Episode 97: Monologue Expert Karen Kohlhaas

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:33:00 -0500

Happy New Year!
Updates with Darbi and Roz include: Darbi and the Shoot The Messenger crew are taking Wake Up World to DC and Roz’s reel on YouTube gets her a big job!
Featured Interview with Karen Kohlhaas, director, teacher, and author of the new book: How to Choose A Monologue for any Audition.
We hope you will be informed and inspired as always. Enjoy.

Episode 96: Minnewood Founder Ryan Strandjord

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 16:46:09 -0500

Darbi gets on the horn with indie filmmaker and founder of Minnewood, Ryan Strandjord, for In the Regions–Minnesota! Also, she enlists the help of Matty Robinson from Filmspotting to answer a listener’s question about working in Chicago. Roz gives us the dirt on working with Halle Berry. Yeah, you read that right! Please excuse the echo-y sound and have a great holiday season, y’all!

Episode 95: Make Your Own Way with Damien Bailey

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 20:14:55 -0500

Technical difficulties were the order of the day this time around. After recording three brilliant intros and losing them all, your hosts gave up. SO! No fat this time around, just the story of Damien Bailey, an actor who is truly Making His Own Way. Enjoy.

Episode 94: EAP Endorses Barack Obama

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 11:05:17 -0500

If you are or want to be an artist, you have to vote for Barack Obama. Period. Roz and Darbi discuss why this is true and the other reasons they are voting for Obama. Please listen, please take a look at THIS VIDEO, please make some calls for Barack and, for God’s sake, VOTE. We love you.

Episode 93: Listener Questions

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 19:31:10 -0400

Darbi and Roz have been so busy working (and trying to get Barack Obama elected!!!) that we haven’t been very good about answering listener emails. We make up for it today with an “all listener q & a” episode. Questions from listeners like Tony Robinette, whom you see right here. We love his headshot, btw!

Episode 92: Director/CD Paul Russell

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 10:36:59 -0400

Show business Renaissance Man, Paul Russell, sits down with Darbi to give the Everything Actors a peek inside his world. Learn more about Paul and his book, Acting: Make it your Business, at his website. Paul is going on a book tour, maybe near you! Darbi and Roz also discuss this crazy economy and how it’s affecting their acting lives. Enjoy the show and don’t forget to VOTE!!

Episode 91: Lacey Stone and Jessica Clark of SweatCity

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 23:17:33 -0400

What do the owner/operators of a personal training/life coaching company have to teach you about acting? A whole bunch. Darbi flies solo while Roz works on a spec spot for OBAMA!!

Episode 90: LIVE Event with Vanessa Williams

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 19:31:13 -0400

Our first LIVE event. Everything Actors sit down with our frequent guest, Vanessa Williams. Enjoy.

Episode 89: Ian Dudley, Breadcrumbs

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 10:50:36 -0400

This week in Behind The Scenes: how to deal with hate mail! Darbi interviews Ian Dudley, Director of Photography on Breadcrumbs, the feature film Darbi recently starred in. Find out what important job the DP does on the set and how it affects the actor’s work. Enjoy.

Episode 88: The Duplass Brothers (The Puffy Chair, Baghead)

Sat, 09 Aug 2008 21:04:54 -0400

Darbi gets on the horn with the Duplass brothers (The Puffy Chair, Baghead). If this interview doesn’t inspire you to get off your ass and Make Your Own Way, we can’t help you. Go see their movie, BAGHEAD. Also, the ladies discuss the summer doldrums and Roz tells a truly humiliating, er, I mean, humbling audition story.

Episode 87: Director Mike Nichols (Breadcrumbs, Dead Calling)

Sun, 03 Aug 2008 22:30:32 -0400

Darbi sits down for a casual (and by casual, I mean half-drunk) conversation with her Breadcrumbs director, Mike Nichols. It’s a party, it’s loud, the interview has still got some good information for our actors.
Hey, MN!!!! There’s an opportunity for internships with Darbi’s hot show: Shoot The Messenger when it’s in town during late August and early September. Check darbiworley.com for contact info if you’re interested.

Episode 86: Jennifer Kaytin: Young and in Hollywood

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:43:35 -0400

Young in Hollywood. Jennifer Kaytin tells Roz what it’s like to arrive in LA at sixteen and start living the life of a professional actor. She talks about everthing from driving, to going to clubs, to how to focus in an audition. If you are thinking of making the move as a young person this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Also Darbi and Roz catch up in behind the scenes and there’s an opportunity for internships with Darbi’s hot show: Shoot The Messenger…many interns have ended up performing in or writing for the show. Niiiiice. Enjoy.

Episode 85: Rising Star Douglas Nyback

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 00:09:29 -0400

After a quick Darbi/Roz catch up and a question about actor taxes, Darbi brings us an interview from the set of her upcoming horror film Breadcrubms. Darbi chats with co-star Douglas Nyback who is also starring in Kit Kittredge: An American Girl. Darbi and Douglas get really serious about the craft of acting in this one. So Enjoy.

Episode 84: Make Your Own Way (without an agent!!) with Twinkle Burke

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 14:11:55 -0400

Behind the Scenes: Darbi advises how to do action scenes in movies. It’s a little too late for Roz but you will surely find it helpful.

Also we have fun talking about the Sex in the City Movie. It was like actor food for us!

Featured guest Twinkle Burke discusses how to get work without an agent. Enjoy.

Episode 83: Legally Blonde's Beth Curry

Sun, 25 May 2008 23:19:35 -0400

Darbi takes us on a backstage tour of the hit Broadway musical, Legally Blonde and has a conversation with Beth Curry.
Enjoy.

Episode 82: Broadway Star Eisa Davis

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:22:06 -0400

Roz chats with Broadway Star Eisa Davis. Eisa is an award winning playwright and actress who makes it all work together. She talks about her journey from the bay area to Harvard to LA and landing on Broadway in one of this season's hottest musicals. We welcome back William Esper Studio as sponsors.
Enjoy.

Episode 81: Catch Up with Roz and Darbi

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 21:48:41 -0400

Your errant hosts FINALLY sit down for a good catch up. Find out where the hell your errant podcasters have been over the past few months! Are you still out there? Let us know at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com!!

Episode 80: Actor Interview with Laith Nakli

Sat, 05 Apr 2008 18:06:08 -0400

Roz sits down with Laith Nakli, one of her co-stars from War. Life and work continue to take precedence over EAP, but we’re still here! Coming soon, an interview with Legally Blonde’s Beth Curry!

Episode 79: Industry Interview with Sandy Gunar, Avanti Talent

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 21:45:24 -0400

YES! We’re still here. Just overwhelmed with life and work. A quickie interview for you with Sandy Gunar of Avanti Talent. Hope you like it. Roz and Darbi are hoping to be back in the EAP saddle soon. Thanks for your patience.

Episode 78: Actress Flora Diaz

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 20:54:55 -0500

This week Roz takes the reigns. Actress Flora Diaz sneaks into Northwestern University's acting program and lands off Broadway in WAR by Lars Noren at The Rattlestick Playwrights Theatre. She tells her story with humor and gets a little dirty too, so this one's explicit.

Also we have good clean Actor Food, Shameless Self Promotion (actor Christopher Leung Ki Fun) and a quick Coaching Chronicles.

Happy No More WGA Strike! Enjoy.

Episode 77: VO Superstar Sunday Muse

Sat, 02 Feb 2008 20:54:55 -0500

This week, Darbi spends some time with superstar VO actor, Sunday Muse. Your hosts both have a lot going on, so episodes may be less frequent over the next month or two. Check out what’s going on with Darbi and Roz at darbiworley.com and redwallproductions.com. And please visit us anytime at our Backstage forum!

Episode 76: Actress Meghan Andrews

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 22:06:11 -0500

This week, Roz sits down with actress and musician Meghan Andrews. Hear about her journey from Disney child star to legit actress. Darbi and Roz also dish about the Oscar noms. Don’t forget to send us your thoughts about the show going to a paid subscription model. We love you guys! XOXO

Episode 75: Actress/CD Bettina Bilger (aka The Episode in Which Darbi Seriously Loses Her Shit)

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 13:54:40 -0500

This week, we welcome Bettina Bilger, who pulls double duty as an actress and casting director. Bettina is an extremely accessible, actor-friendly professional with a fresh perspective on casting. You’re going to love her. You can send your headshots to Bettina at bettinabilgercasting2@yahoo.com.

Roz has a Coaching Chronicles and she reminds us that Red Wall Productions is having a screening /reading/party in celebration of the release of their DVD, Allergic to Nuts and Others. We will be screening Drawing Angel, reading a new screenplay called FIRE IN THE HOLE by Kaite Langen Aymes and eating and drinking. Please join us. It’s all free. Here are the details: 7pm. January 28th, 2008. The Ellington Room 400 West 43rd Street. Rsvp craig@redwallproductions.com

We also ask for some feedback from you guys about the future of the show and Darbi seriously loses her shit. You do NOT want to miss that. Darbi simply asks that you be kind and remember that all that emotion comes from the love of this profession and the hope that we are helping you live your dreams. Enjoy.

Episode 74: Actress Turned Filmmaker Abiola Abrams

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 19:22:08 -0500

Happy New Year!

Watch out world. Abiola Abrams actress turned filmmaker, turned writer is taking over a media outlet near you. The even better news is in this interview with Roz she tells you how to do it too! Check out her debut novel: Dare! What would dare to do if you knew you could not fail? Available now everywhere.

Plus we have a You Tube Video Suggestion: Hamlet on the Street, Craig Brazan.

Episode 73: Actor/Writer/Director/Producer Tom Gilroy

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:26:18 -0500

Darbi sits down with Tom Gilroy. Tom shares his experience making the transition from actor to writer, director and producer. You'll be inspired. Happy Holidays from Darbi and Roz. We love you guys!

Episode 72: Roz Interviews Some of her DOUBT-Mates

Tue, 18 Dec 2007 13:26:18 -0500

Roz interviews theatre director Anders Cato and actress Ann Dowd about the play DOUBT. Both Anders and Ann offer insight into their journey as artists as they cleared clutter and lost weight making room for the creation of DOUBT. Doubt plays through Dec. 23rd 2007 at George Street Theatre in New Brunswick, N.J. Thanks for listening.

Episode 71: Walmartopia

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 18:52:31 -0500

Darbi sits down with the creative people behind Walmartopia. Danny Goldstein (Director), August Eriksmoen (Music Director) and Wendy Seyb (Choreographer) share their thoughts about actors they love to hire. Valuable information from the other side of the table.

WARNING FOR SENSITIVE EARS! You don’t want to miss Danny’s story about the worst monologue ever…but it does include some off-color language. Way off color. Let’s just say it’s a monologue NO ONE needs to hear.

And Roz is back with some more great advice in Coaching Chronicles. Enjoy!

Episode 70: Vanessa Williams and Schatar Taylor

Wed, 05 Dec 2007 17:17:23 -0500

LA Part Duex: Fun Stuff

….Roz interviews Vanessa Williams about her acting with Eddie Murphy in the upcoming film Nowhere Land. Roz talks with Reality Star Schatar Taylor of Flavor of Love and Charm School. Find out how an audition for a reality show changed this actress’s life.

Also an update on the Best Newcomer Award 2007!

Enjoy.

Episode 69: WGA Strike Update from LA

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 12:40:03 -0500

Darbi and Roz are “reunited and it feels so good.” They debate reality shows and handle some Answers for Actors. We also have Shameless Self Promotion.

Then we get down to business about the situation in LA that is affecting us all, the strike of the Writer’s Guild of America. Brian Walton, professor and Attorney at Law who used to negotiate for the Writers’ Guild of America, explains the strike to us. Also, Stephon Fuller gives us the LA actor on the street point of view of the possible strategies.

We also promise an interview with Vanessa Williams and Schatar, reality TV star plus Darbi’s Commercial Corner. Alas, we ran out of time and will have to post those interviews next. So keep listening!

To be continued…

Episode 68: Make Your Own Way with Baron Vaughn

Wed, 21 Nov 2007 21:39:42 -0500

Another solo hosted show, this time with Darbi Worley, who sits down with Baron Vaughn. Baron has done Broadway, TV, Film, Stand-up…and he is on his way to the T-O-P! You can say you discovered him here first. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you. We love you. Darbi and Roz

Episode 67: Director Tim Vasen

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 10:47:51 -0500

Theatre director Tim Vasen discusses how to audition for theatre in the regions and tells us that, “Shakespeare needs us!” Nice to know that. Enjoy. It’s an all Roz episode. Darbi’s buried with Shoot the Messenger.

Ooh! And some good news for you EA Addicts. We have several interviews stockpiled and since we’re so busy that we’re having a hard time getting together to record, we are going to be posting some “interview-only shows (like this one!) between now and hte end of the year.

Enjoy. .

Episode 66: Actor, Author, Teacher Ron Morasco

Fri, 09 Nov 2007 15:22:00 -0500

This episode features author/actor/professor Ron Morasco and Roz discussing the craft of acting and his new book: Notes To An Actor. We also have Commercial Corner and a letter from the capitol of the ancient world: Egypt! We got a great letter from longtime listener Ayman.

Episode 65: Daniel Schechter, Part Two

Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:02:04 -0400

Part Two of Darbi’s interview with indie filmmaker and podcaster extraordinaire, Dan Schechter, in which our heroes discuss nudity. And a whole bunch of other stuff. Roz shares some LA Stories and in Behind the Scenes, we discuss “How to Get an Agent!”

In Shameless Self Promotion, Darbi reveals that ROSEANNE BARR and Mo Rocca are going to be joining her on the Shoot the Messenger stage on Monday, November 5. Buy tickets at TicketWeb.com.

And Roz started rehearsals this week for Doubt at the George Street Playhouse. She opens on November 27 and the show runs through December 23.

Episode 64: Stephon Fuller--BONUS Interview from LA

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 18:23:25 -0400

Enjoy this actor’s journey from the suburbs of Virginia Beach to Hollywood. This man is on fire. And his story is funny as hell.
It’s a phone interview so please bear with the audio.

Coming up in just a few days, our regular episode with Part Two of Darbi’s interview with Daniel Schecter.

Episode 63: Filmmaker Dan Schecter

Sun, 21 Oct 2007 10:24:21 -0400

Part One of Darbi’s interview with indie filmmaker, Dan Schecter. Shameless Self Promotion, Behind the Scenes, Listener Feedback, Coaching Chronicles!!!! What more could you ask for?

Info about Angela Mickey’s Commercial Class is HERE. Learn more about Dan Schecter and Renart Films HERE. And subscribe the the Renart podcast HERE.

Sorry we’re so late with the show, but this episode is worth the wait! Enjoy.

Episode 62: Headshot Evaluation with Photographer Chris Macke

Tue, 09 Oct 2007 18:03:28 -0400

We wrap up the legit headshot evaluation with photographer Chris Macke taking a look at the shots. We also have Behind the Scenes and some Shameless Self Promotion from listener Sarah Louise Lilley. Enjoy.

Episode 61: A BONUS with Faculty from The Esper Studio

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 21:37:44 -0400

A bonus episode! Interviews with Deb Jackel and Ted Morin from The Espser Studio. Everyone knows you need to know how to act….what else do you need to do to be competitive in this business? Deb discusses “The Business of Acting” and Ted addresses movement training.

Enjoy!

Episode 60: Industry Interview with Liz Ortiz-Mackes

Sun, 30 Sep 2007 10:18:10 -0400

Man oh man! Have we got an episode for you! Casting director Liz Ortiz Mackes tell us like it is in the legit casting world and then takes on your headshots for evaluation. Darbi tells us how to relax while talking straight into the camera in commericial corner. Plus behind the scenes, answers for actors and Darbi feeds us some much needed Actor Food.

Enjoy.

PS. Mea culpa! Roz mispronouced Liz’s name. It’s not Mackeee but Mackes. Sorry Liz. Oh and I made Darbi mess it up too! Oops. My bad.

Episode 59: Industry Interview with Mark Redanty

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 23:09:33 -0400

Industry Insider Interview with Mark Redanty of Bauman, Redanty and Shaul. BRS is a bicoastal agency known for Broadway clients. Mark will also take on your legit shots Part One of our Headshot Evaluation. And Darbi talks about dressing casual in Commercial Corner.

Episode 58: Girls Gone Wild!?!

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 23:09:33 -0400

As serious and reverent as our last show was...is as silly as this one is. We do address some serious topics (spirituality for actors, set etiquette), but we also indulge in a little Britney Dish. Have your hosts lost their minds!?!? You’ll have to tune in to find out.

Episode 57: William Esper

Fri, 07 Sep 2007 15:30:35 -0400

Here it is! We are very pleased and proud to present the interview most requested by you, our listeners. Darbi and Roz sit down with Mr. William Esper of the Esper Studio in NY. Find out what actors learn from Esper that equips them to be so successful in show business. Learn more about The William Esper Studio at esperstudio.com.

Episode 56: Make Your Own Way with Adam Fox

Thu, 06 Sep 2007 17:52:26 -0400

Adam Fox is a true Renaissance Man. He started as a child actor, has been a dancer and a musician and currently runs Defiant Digital from his home studio. He works as both a voice actor and an engineer. If you have any interest in breaking into the home VO market, you can learn a lot from Darbi’s discussion with Adam.

BIG Congratulations to Roz and Craig!!!! They won the Highest Achievement Award at a film festival in Georgia for their film “Drawing Angel.” We’re so proud of you guys!!

In Behind the Scenes, Roz talks about the traps that even she falls into sometimes. We answer a Cairo listener’s question about monologues in Listener Feedback and, in Coaching Chronicles, Roz talks about how to truly prepare for an audition.

Episode 55: Yolanda Ross

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 08:23:34 -0400

Episode 55 Features Yolonda Ross, an actress who started at the top with a lead in an HBO feature film and is finding out how to continue the success. Find out how she got a guest part on the new Fox series New Amsterdam.

We also have a very thoughtful Behind the Scenes and Commercial Corner where Darbi tells actors how to follow complicated direction in the commercial audition. We premiere a new segment: Shameless self promotion.

This is one of those episodes that just keep on giving!

Episode 54: BONUS Episode Make Your Own Way with JJ Kandel

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 19:50:10 -0400

J.J. Kandel is making his own way in theatre in NYC. He’s is producing and starring in his own showcase this summer written and directed by NYC’s finest playwrights and directors. An inspiration homerun.

Episode 53: Matty Goldberg

Fri, 24 Aug 2007 19:50:10 -0400

Matty Goldberg is a comedian who is making his own way. Matty is a funny comedian/actor who will inspire you to get off the couch and take some risks. Learn more about him on his MySpace. We love him. Also, Darbi and Roz discuss the Day Job Dilemma and Roz addresses “dressing the part” in Coaching Chronicles.

Thanks to our listeners who sent in donations this week! Will, Chandra, Matt and Joe! We appreciate you!

Episode 52: BONUS Make Your Own Way with Margot Leitman

Wed, 22 Aug 2007 16:22:34 -0400

We couldn’t WAIT to get this episode up, so here you go!! Short and simple…it’s an interview with a comic actress who is Making Her Own Way and who can teach you how to do it!! Enjoy! And learn more about Margot and her class at margotleitman.com or comixny.com.

Margot is a graduate of the Ithaca College Theatre Department, where she graduated Cum Laude with departmental honors. While in Ithaca she performed in such shows as: Reefer Madness, Lysistrata and Hurlyburly. Since college, she has been performing and writing comedy rigorously, performing on both east west coasts, as well as various colleges throughout the Northeast.

Her dark, liberal, off-beat stand-up got her noticed in both 2004 and 2005, when she was one of five NYC nominees for the ECNY award for “Best Female Stand-up.” Soon after, Margot was a regional finalist in the Ladies of Laughter Contest.” She was also the winner of the NYC “Aristocontest,” a contest where comedians competed to tell the best variation on the classic joke, “The Aristocrats.”
Margot’s one woman show, “Just Here for the Day,” about her unruly escapes as an unlikely substitute teacher ran for six months to packed houses at the UCB Theatre in NYC and Los Angeles. In 2006, Margot co-wrote and co-starred with Sarah Burns in “Slow Night,” a one-act play about two waitresses working the overnight shift at a diner in New Jersey. “Slow Night” had a five month run at the Upright Citizen’s Brigade Theatre and was an off-Broadway pick by New York Magazine. Her first show at UCB, “Namedroppers,” was co-written by longtime friend Giulia Rozzi and was called “Hilarious” by the Onion.

In addition, Margo performs regularly among the NYC downtown comedy/storytelling scene. Appearances include: Invite Them Up; Oh, Hello; Chicks and Giggles; The Nights of our Lives; Heeb Storytelling Presents; Mortifies; Giant Tuesday Nights of Amazing Inventions and Also There is a Game; The Rejection Show and more.

Margot is a contributing writer for the book, “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Jokes,” published by Alpha/Penguin books. She is also a staff writer for the women’s comedy website, Hello Hilarious, where she writes a weekly column on sex, love and nightlife in NYC from a female comedian’s point of view.

Television appearances include:

MTV, AMC’s “Date Night”, Guest fashion correspondent for Fashion Week on E/Style, played Tori Spelling on ESPN’s “Cheap Seats”, panelist on VH1’s Best Week Ever, Style Network’s “Try my Life,” NBC Broadband’s “Five Worst,” various characters on “Late Night with Conan O’Brien,” music video for Kasabian’s “Cutt Off,” Korean television, Japanese television and various commercials and industrials.
She currently lives in New York City, her favorite food is bacon and she recently discovered that she is allergic to cats.

Episode 51: Industry Interview with John Dapolito

Sat, 18 Aug 2007 15:02:07 -0400

Want to be an A-list actor? John Dapolito can help. Roz sits down for an in-depth interview with this playwright and director John’s last play, Baptism by Fire, was directed and produced by Michael Imperioli from “The Sopranos” (Christopher). Also on this episode, Listener Feedback and Commercial Corner.

Special Thanks to Chandra Caldwell and Will Blagrove for their donation this week. You two can ignore Roz’s rant at the end of the episode!

Episode 50 (!!!): Actor Curtiss Cook

Wed, 08 Aug 2007 21:28:56 -0400

Ooooh-wee! This episode is smokin’ hot! Darbi and Roz tackle the question…how do you handle sex and/or nudity in an audition!?!? We promise…this is the last R-rated “Behind the Scenes” for a while!

Speaking of hot, Curtiss Cook is ON FIRE! You will be inspired to get out there and hustle after you hear the enthusiasm and excitement of this emerging actor. And Roz has another Coaching Chronicles, recorded on location at the New York Fim Academy where she’s teaching.

Congratulations to BOTH of our hosts this week. Roz booked an Equity showcase directed by non other than super hot casting director, Billy Hopkins, AND an episode of New Amsterdam. And Darbi has been cast in “Shoot the Messenger,” a weekly satirical look at the latest news from Lizz Winstead (co-creator of The Daily Show) AND has been chosen to be the voice of “Conversations with Carlos Watson,” a series of one-hour specials on NBC. These girls are sizzling! And we give credit to Everything Acting and our listeners for inspiring us and keeping us on our game.

Episode 49: Industry Interview with Jeff Mitchell

Thu, 02 Aug 2007 18:33:44 -0400

This episode features Jeff Mitchell in a very frank discussion about the business of acting from the manager/casting director point of
view. Jeff challenges Roz with some difficult truths about acting. Hold on it’s going to be a bumpy ride. Almost couldn’t fit it all in
one episode.

Darbi has another edition of Commercial Corner where she shows us how to get “conversational”. And Behind the Scenes is steamy.

We hope you love this episode as much as we do.

Next week…Curtis Cook.

Episode 48: Make Your Own Way with David Rhodes

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 21:17:02 -0400

This week, Darbi sits down with actor/writer/producer David Rhodes, who is making his own way with a one-man show that will open at Urban Stages in NYC on August 16th. We also have Answers for Actors, Behind the Scenes and a new segment called "Bang or Bust," in which your hosts wil review all kinds of things actors spend money on and let you know whether we think it's worth your hard earned money! Roz will talk about working with a manager in Coaching Chronicles.

Just a few more days to get your legit headshots in to feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com for our Headshot Evaluation. And don’t forget about the Everything Acting “Best Newcomer” awards! Send a link to 2 minutes of your BEST work for consideration.

Episode 47: Q Smith

Thu, 19 Jul 2007 22:34:44 -0400

Today’s show is SUPER sized and jam-packed with Behind the Scenes, Answers for Actors, a wonderful interview with Q Smith and Commercial Corner!

Episode 46: Killer Cover Letters

Fri, 13 Jul 2007 18:41:26 -0400

Technically, we’re off this week, but we wanted to give you a little bonus episode so that you don’t get too lonely for your Everything Acting! Darbi discusses the components of a killer cover letter. Enjoy!

Don’t forget to send in your theatrical/legit headshots for our evaluation. Deadline is July 31. Also, your entries for the Everything Acting Best Newcomer Awards. Listen to this episode for details. As always, please share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Episode 45: Irene Molloy from 10 Million Miles

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 21:21:54 -0400

Darbi interviewed this fantastic actress and we're giving you the interview as it's own episode so that we could get it posted quickly! Irene's show closes on July 15, so you gotta get over to the Atlantic before it's gone.

Learn more about the show at atlantictheater.org and check our Irene's music at myspace.com/irenemolloy.

Don't forget to vote for us on Podcast Alley, write good things about us in the iTunes Music Store, be our friend on MySpace...and if ya can, please throw a few bucks our way via the "Make a Donation" link at everythingactingpodcast.com.

Thanks for listening.

Episode 44: Organize your Acting Life! Tools to help you do it.

Mon, 02 Jul 2007 20:34:17 -0400

Roz Coleman interviews our featured guests Kristina Huges and Brian Vemeire. They talk about their acting careers in LA and their products for actors. Check out the free stuff you can get online from Brian and Kristina. It may help you in your career. Also, Darbi and Roz attempt to answer an unanswerable question in answers for actors.

Please vote for us on Podcast Alley. Be our friend on MySpace. Thank, as always, to all of you who share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com and to those of you who help us pay the bills by clicking on the "Make a Donation" button.

Send us your entries for the first ever Everything Acting Awards!

Let us hear what's going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting.

Episode 43: In the Regions with Marco Perella (Austin, TX)

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 12:26:46 -0400

This week, Darbi talks to Marco Perella, actor, author and musician from Austin, TX in another “In the Regions.” Roz shares a personal audition story in Coaching Chronicles and we discuss dealing with an unsupportive family in Behind the Scenes. See more from Marco at marcoperella.com.

Send us your entries for the first ever Everything Acting Awards!

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting.

Episode 42: Actress Carla Renata discusses making the move from Bway to LA!

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 18:13:29 -0400

This episode features an extended Answers for Actors segment. Roz interviews our featured guest, LA actress & author Carla Renata who shares her transition from B’way to sitcoms. Also, Darbi’s Commercial Corner continues with the agent interview…watch out for the secret weapon she suggests you bring to the interview!

Send us your entries for the first ever Everything Acting Awards!

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting.

Episode 41: Industry Interview with Scott Wojcik (Casting by Rosen and Wojcik)

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 20:41:36 -0400

This episode, Roz and Darbi bare their souls in Behind the Scene, talking about how fear can lead an actor to sabotage themselves. If you’ve experienced this and especially if you have a way to overcome your fears, tell us about it at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com. Darbi shares some Actor Food in the form of Sarah Polley’s movie, Away from Her. Scott Wojcik, one of Darbi’s favorite casting directors, is our Featured Guest. He shares his tips for putting on a successful showcase. And Roz continues the theme of beating your fears in Coaching Chronicles.

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting. Check out a free episode from Patrick Tucker of the BBC by visiting secretsofscreenacting.com.

Episode 40: Lordy, Lordy, Everything Acting Podcast is 40!!

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 16:35:44 -0400

This episode, Roz and Darbi discuss aging in showbiz: Is There Acting Life After 40? Featured guest is Tony nominated actor John Earl Jelks who shares his jouney to the great white way. He didn’t get the girl but he got the career of a lifetime.

And Darbi delivers another powerful Commercial Corner: How to read commercial copy in the agent interview.

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting.

Episode 39: Kelly Grant from Company on Broadway

Wed, 30 May 2007 12:11:02 -0400

This week, we go Behind the Scenes to discover the Good, the Bad and the Ugly when it comes to acting teachers. Darbi Worley interviews Kelly Grant, star of the ensemble musical, Company on Broadway. Roz Coleman brings you more info in Coaching Chronicles.

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Please support our sponsor, Secrets of Screen Acting.

Episode 38: Acting Coach to the Stars, Ariane Brandt

Tue, 22 May 2007 17:17:38 -0400

This week, we have Behind the Scenes, Answers for Actors and Roz sits down with our Featured Guest, Ariane Brandt...acting coach to the stars! In Commercial Corner, Darbi continues to explore the commercial agent interview. This episode is chock full of information and inspiration. Listen for what it takes to become a celebrity actor and then get your team in place.

Episode 37: In the Regions w/Donise Hardy (Austin, TX)

Wed, 16 May 2007 15:25:56 -0400

This week on the show, Darbi Worley interviews Donise Hardy, from Casting Works LA in Austin. Donise is one of the busiest casting directors in Texas. Donise and her team have cast over 18 feature films, 18 television projects, and more commercials than you could shake a Texas-sized stick at. Learn more about Donise at castingworksla.com or talentworks-usa.com.

In Coaching Chronicles, Roz lets us eavesdrop on a fantastic understudy story told by Kelly McAndrew (Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, B’way).

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Next week, we debate the pros and cons of Celebrity and bring you a guest who knows how to become one!

Everything Acting Episode 36: Disturbia's Aaron Yoo

Tue, 08 May 2007 09:15:49 -0400

This week on the show, Darbi Worley interviews Aaron Yoo, star of the movie Disturbia, which held the number one slot for THREE weeks! In Coaching Chronicles, Roz welcomes the class of ‘07 to the professional acting world.

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com. Especially, please send us your websites so that we can include you in our Listener Websites section.

Next week, “In the Regions” heads south to Texas when Darbi interviews Donise Hardy of Casting Works LA in Austin, Texas.

Everything Acting Episode 35: Who Got the Part w/Deidre Goodwin (A Chorus Line on Broadway)

Tue, 01 May 2007 21:26:17 -0400

Roz Coleman interviews Broadway triple threat Deidre Goodwin who is currently starring in A CHORUS LINE. Darbi delivers another segment of Commercial Corner that will help you get through that agent interview. Roz takes the EAP reins while Darbi’s shooting some commercials. Ya better tune in, cuz who knows what manner of craziness might occur!?

It’s a new month, so please vote for us on Podcast Alley. Be our friend on MySpace. Thank, as always, to all of you who share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com and to those of you who help us pay the bills by clicking on the “Make a Donation” button.

Let us hear what’s going on with you and what you think of the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Next week, Aaron Yoo from Disturbia!!

Everything Acting Episode 34: Make Your Own Way with Andrea Ciannevea

Sun, 22 Apr 2007 05:18:31 -0400

Darbi Worley interviews Andrea Ciannevai, star and writer of "Pretty Chin Up". "Pretty Chin Up", sponsored by LAB Theater Company, opens at the Public on May 15 and runs through June 2. Andrea Ciannavei serves as LAByrinth’s Literary Manager, and won the New York Independent International Film and Video Festival’s Grand Jury Prize for Best Supporting Actress for the film Pigeonholed. Her short plays include Employees Must Wash Hands, The Squeeze (both directed by Michele Chivu); Twelve Never Changes (directed by Laura Somers); and Murasaki at The Women’s Project Festival.

Thanks to Maya in Chicago, who turns us on to a new podcast that you can listen to here. If you've ever wanted to listen in on a voice-over audition, here's your chance.

If you haven't done so already in April, please vote for us on Podcast Alley. Be our friend on MySpace. Thank, as always, to all of you who share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com and to those of you who help us pay the bills by clicking on the "Make a Donation" button. We love you guys.

Let us hear YOUR stories at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Everything Acting Episode 33: Industry Interview with Nadette Stasa

Tue, 17 Apr 2007 20:06:18 -0400

Roz Coleman interviews Nadette Stasa, freelance casting director and actress. Darbi Worley starts her series on The Agent Interview in Commercial Corner.

One of our hosts chooses "Blades of Glory," the new Will Farrell movie, as her Actor Food for the week. Surely it wasn't the actress with the Yale Drama education and the Broadway credits! Or maybe it is...tune in to find out.

Let us hear YOUR stories at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

REPOSTING Everything Acting Episode 28: Tracie Thoms (Cold Case, Grindhouse)

Sun, 15 Apr 2007 14:09:14 -0400

When we originally posted this episode, a glitch in iTunes prevented many of you from hearing it. It's one of the best interviews we've ever done, so we had to throw it up again. Enjoy. This week, Roz Coleman spends some time with Tracie Thoms (Cold Case, Grindhouse). Tracie is an actor to look up to. Listen to her advice about DOING the WORK to get where you want to be. In Actor Food, Roz discusses Chris Rock's appearance on Inside the Actor's Studio and Darbi recommends Errol Morris' documentary, "Gates of Heaven."

Everything Acting Episode 32: Industry Interview with Jack Menashe, Independent Artists

Thu, 12 Apr 2007 13:44:04 -0400

Jack Menashe is an agent who makes things happen. You do not want to miss Darbi Worley's interview with this mover and shaker. He tells it like it is!

In Actor Food, Darbi turns us on to a website that will SAVE YOUR BUTT the next time you need to learn an accent, the Speech Accent Archive. Roz Coleman shares the inspiration she gained from a new fearless and excited client.

If you haven't done so already in April, please vote for us again on Podcast Alley. Be our friend on MySpace. Thank, as always, to all of you who share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com and to those of you who help us pay the bills by clicking on the "Make a Donation" button. We love you guys.

Special congratulations this week to Carissa Campbell on her acceptance into the Palm Canyon Theater's EMC Program. We are SO PROUD of you, Carissa!! Let us hear YOUR stories at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com.

Everything Acting Episode 31: Make Your Own Way with Victoria Labalme

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 20:19:46 -0400

Meet an actress who has really Made Her Own Way, through creating an entirely new form of public speaking, the "Theatrical Keynote." Victoria LaBalme is truly cutting her own path and Roz Coleman gets us all the details of her unique career. In Commercial Corner, Darbi Worley demystifies the "Bite & Smile."

In Actor Food, Darbi mentions an article we saw on the Backstage message boards about Mae Laborde and Roz shares some of her favorite podcasts.

It's a new month, so please vote for us again on Podcast Alley. Be our friend on MySpace. Thank, as always, to all of you who share your thoughts on the show at feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com. We love you guys.

CORRECTION! We inadvertently gave the incorrect web address for one of our most loyal listeners, Joe Rodriguez (aka The VO Thespian). Joe's site is voiceoverthespian.com. And it's a good one, check it out. We also love Frances Turner's site.

Everything Acting Episode 30: The Resource Girl, Amy Harrell

Wed, 28 Mar 2007 07:40:12 -0400

If you are having trouble making ends meet, THIS is the interview for you. Nobody knows resources like The Resource Girl, Amy Harrell. She gives us her tips on how to survive financially while you pursue your artistic endeavors. Amy also shares some thoughts on how to make a move to the US from another country. Check out Amy’s book on Amazon.com.
Also on the show, some controversial advice from Roz Coleman!

Thanks to all of you who reached out to us this week, either via email, a review in iTunes or Podcast Alley, a visit to our forum on Backstage.com or with a little $$ to support the show. A special thank you to Bob in Houston for a particularly generous donation. Thanks, Bob and thanks to ALL of you. We love you guys. Please visit everythingactingpodcast.com to let your voice be heard!

Everything Acting...Oops!

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 13:18:22 -0400

There was a glitch in iTunes last week and when people tried to download Episode 28, they got ANOTHER copy of Episode 27. Doh! We just found out about it (thanks Joe) and it’s fixed. If you had trouble, simply delete Episode 28 and refresh your podcasts. It should download fine then. If you still have trouble, please email us feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com and we’ll help you through it.

Everything Acting Episode 29: Bonus Episode! Roz on "Indelible"

Thu, 22 Mar 2007 09:26:33 -0400

As promised, a BONUS episode where Darbi interviews our own Roz Coleman about her experiences on the set of the new movie, "Indelible." Enjoy!

Everything Acting Episode 28: Tracie Thoms (Cold Case, Grindhouse)

Tue, 20 Mar 2007 13:11:19 -0400

This week, Roz Coleman spends some time with Tracie Thoms (Cold Case, Grindhouse). Tracie is an actor to look up to. Listen to her advice about DOING the WORK to get where you want to be. In Actor Food, Roz discusses Chris Rock's appearance on Inside the Actor's Studio and Darbi recommends Errol Morris' documentary, "Gates of Heaven."

Everything Acting Episode 27: Industry Interview With Billy Serow, Abrams Voice-Over Department

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 13:07:11 -0400

Roz Coleman is back in the saddle! We welcome Roz back from her film shoot and she inspires us with some more great news! Roz will be back on Broadway this coming May, standing by for Tonya Pinkins in August Wilson’s latest play, Radio Golf. YES!! In Actor Food, Darbi and Roz discuss "Artist Dates," as defined in the great book, The Artist’s Way, by Julia Cameron. Coaching Chronicles is filled with advice for musical theater auditions and our Industry Interview is with Billy Serow, Super-Agent and Renaissance Man. Darbi Worley sits down with Billy, who tells his story and gives us some advice on college auditions, securing representation and building a career.

Everything Acting Episode 26: In The Regions With Your Act Studio (Atlanta, GA)

Tue, 06 Mar 2007 11:56:11 -0500

It’s a BRAND NEW segment! In The Regions is designed for those of you who do not live in New York or LA. And for those of you who do, but are curious about what acting is like in other areas of the country. In the first edition of this new segment, Roz Coleman interviews the owners and operators of Your Act Studio in Atlanta, GA. They give us the low-down on what it’s like to be an actor down South. In Actor Food, Darbi Worley discusses an unusual and inspiring book called, “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.” Darbi found that it sparked her to think in a different way about getting to know characters.

Everything Acting Episode 25: Industry Interview With Angela Mickey, Liz Lewis Casting

Wed, 28 Feb 2007 07:27:42 -0500

This week on the show, Darbi Worley interviews casting director Angela Mickey from Liz Lewis Casting. Angela shares her thoughts on what makes successful actors tick and clues us in on what she wishes all actors knew about the business. Also, Darbi’s thoughts on the Oscars and, in Commercial Corner, the importance of the size card. It matters more than you think it does!

Everything Acting Episode 24: Bonus Episode With L.A. Actress Denice Sealy

Sat, 24 Feb 2007 23:44:42 -0500

Oh, yeah…it’s another BONUS EAP!! This time, we’re going bonus so that we can include ALL of Roz Coleman’s interview with LA actress, Denice Sealy. Hear how she turned casting director meet & greets into a signed relationship with a hot agent! This young woman is on the move. You’ll be inspired by her story. Take a listen. Coming up in a few days, Darbi’s interview with Carol Ostrow from the Flea Theater in New York. And an Oscar Wrap Up with our thoughts on who won (and who we WISH had won).

Everything Acting Episode 23: Industry Interview With Bonnie Shumofsky, Abrams Youth Department

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:16:22 -0500

Finally, something for our younger listeners. Bonnie Shumofsky, from Abrams Youth Department, gives us the low-down on breaking into acting as a wee one. Bonnie has represented some of the best child actors in the world, including Hallie Kate Eisenberg and Liam Aiken. She knows her stuff. And Roz has another edition of Coaching Chronicles. We missed her during the Intro because she’s working on a MOVIE!

Everything Acting Episode 22: Bonus Episode With Joan, VO Coach Extraordinaire

Sat, 17 Feb 2007 17:01:12 -0500

Here’s the deal. If you do voice-over or WANT to do voice-over, this is the episode for you. Joan baker, VO Superstar and author of “Secrets of Voice-Over Success” gives Darbi and Roz a coaching session on the air. She is FANTASTIC. Check it out and let us know what you think.

Everything Acting Episode 21: K Callan Tells It Like It Is

Mon, 12 Feb 2007 07:07:23 -0500

This episode features an interview with author/actress K Callan. She’s been acting forever and knows this business inside out. She will give you the reality about getting work and what the actor’s responsibilities are versus the responsibility of the agent. Plus there’s more actor food and Darbi delivers a segment of commercial corner all about industrials.

Everything Acting Episode 20: Make Your Own Way with Ryan Shrime.

Thu, 08 Feb 2007 01:37:43 -0500

This episode is so full I don’t know what to hype the most. Ryan Shrime, of the Arab-American Comedy Festival, sits down with Darbi Worley to share his thoughts on making your own way. And Roz Coleman tells an extremely personal story on our new segment, Coaching Chronicles. Check it out and send her some love, y’all.

Everything Acting Episode 19: Part 2 - Vanessa Williams part 2. Being your own publicist.

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:33:33 -0500

The second half of Roz’s interview with Vanessa Williams is here. Also, for those of us who are our own publicist, Darbi discusses some key elements of a successful postcard campaign.

Everything Acting Episode 19: Part 1 - Roz interviews Vanessa Williams of BET’s Soul Food.

Thu, 01 Feb 2007 02:30:33 -0500

Roz Coleman interviews Vanessa Williams of BET’s Soul Food about the red carpet and the publicity machine. Actor Food and Part One of her interview are here.

Everything Acting Episode 18: Johnna Gottlieb, Johnna Gottlieb Consulting–How To Get An Agent

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:18:33 -0500

This week, Darbi Worley interviews Johnna Gottlieb of Johnna Gottlieb consulting. Johnna answers the question all beginning actors want answered..."How can I get an agent?” This episode is key for those of you seeking representation. Also on the show, Commercial Corner and, in Actor Food, Roz Coleman shares some BIG news that will put a smile on your face. Please vote for us at Podcast Alley. And please be our friend on MySpace. Thanks for all of your support, especially to donors Sarah, Josh, Travis and Laura.

Everything Acting Episode 17: Isaiah Whitlock

Wed, 17 Jan 2007 19:18:52 -0500

This week, Roz Coleman interviews Isaiah Whitlock from The Wire and many, many other significant roles. Isaiah discusses the gutsy moves he made as he was coming up the ranks and how those risks paid off. Our new email address is feedback@everythingactingpodcast.com Have a great week!

Everything Acting Episode 16: Part 2 - Commercial Corner

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 23:23:52 -0500

The techie side of Roz's brain went haywire this week. But she finally got it together. Here's the Commercial Corner segment that was missing from part one. Thanks for your patience. And a special thanks to: Lana Yoo, Jerry Braxton, Ashley Belton, Cliff Samara, and Commodore James. You guys rock! Roz and Darbi

Everything Acting Episode 16: Part 1

Wed, 10 Jan 2007 22:36:52 -0500

HEADSHOT EVALUATIONS! The Classics: Duane Boutte (New York actor and Shakespeare instuctor) and Sharon Washinton (classically trained actress) on her way to Denver to do King Lear! Plus all sorts of mayhem, new theme music, audio problems, Roz has laryngitis! It's nuts. Enjoy the good stuff, forgive the bad

Everything Acting Episode 15

Wed, 03 Jan 2007 01:00:22 -0500

Meet THAT GUY. Darbi interviews working actor Geoffrey Cantor who shares how he uses his unique talents to support his young family plus another new segment: Actor Food.

Everything Acting Episode 14: Make Your Own Way with Beverly Smith

Tue, 19 Dec 2006 07:33:44 -0500

Enjoy another segment of "Make Your Own Way" with TV Personality Beverly Smith. Darbi's got another segment of "Commercial Corner" where she covers everything you need to know about slates in the commercial audition.

Everything Acting Episode 13: Who Got The Part? Danny Burstein

Wed, 13 Dec 2006 22:14:12 -0500

Darbi Worley interviews Danny Burstein, an actor's actor who is currently starring in the Broadway hit The Drowsy Chaperone. Danny will tell us how he scored the role of a lifetime.

Everything Acting Bonus Episode 12: Craig Wroe

Sat, 09 Dec 2006 07:44:52 -0500

Practical Tips For Actors with Craig Wroe author of An Actor Prepares To Work In New York City and An Actor Prepares To Live In New York City.

Everything Acting Episode 11: Broadway Producer Randall Wreghitt

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 00:33:52 -0500

A very special commercial corner this week & our feature segment is an interview with Broadway producer Randall L. Wreghitt. Darbi uses her personal connection from way back to Mr. Wreghitt to

Everything Acting Episode 10: Make Your Own Way

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 23:55:51 -0500

Make Your Own Way: Laura Kindred and Lindy Jamil Gomez talk about going from actresses to television pilot producers with their first project: Out Of Commission. Darbi Worley takes you back to the C

Everything Acting Episode 9: LaChanze

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 02:40:00 -0500

New Segments: Who Got The Job & How They Got It: Tony award winner LaChanze! Commercial Corner: Dickey's Barbeque with your hosts Darbi Worley and Roz Williams Enjoy!

Everything Acting Episode 8: Stephanie Klapper

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 15:34:54 -0500

Answers For Actors: Darbi interviews busy casting director Stephanie Klapper. They cover how to communicate with a casting director even in a social situation. You will also learn the road Stephanie

Episode 7: Commercial Producer Susan Lekanides

Thu, 09 Nov 2006 12:15:25 -0500

Roz of Red Wall Productions sits down with Susan Lekanides a producer of over 40 commercials. We discuss the commercial making process and lets actors know how to make an impression in the audition a

Episode 6: J.J. Adler Voice Over Agent

Sun, 05 Nov 2006 11:11:25 -0500

Darbi Worley finds out all about voice overs. She gets it straight from the horse’s mouth: J.J. Adler of Abram’s Artists. He’s a voice over agent at one of the top agencies in NY.

Everything Acting 5: Sitcom director: Philip Charles Makenzie

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 08:25:47 -0500

Philip Charles Mackenzie, writer, actor and director of hundreds of sit-coms tells how he went from actor to director and the differences between stage, film and TV acting. Check it out. I learned a lot.

Everything Acting Episode 4.1: Coach to the stars: Margie Haber

Sat, 28 Oct 2006 04:17:11 -0400

Roz talks shop with Margie Haber, audition coach to the stars, to find out how she helps actors around the world face auditions!

Everything Acting Episode 4: Elizabeth Gans

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 11:12:16 -0400

This episode is fab. Darbi sits down with casting director Elizabeth Gans and gets the skinny on getting cast in commercials. This episodes rocks for seasoned professionals and newbies.

Everything Acting 3: Money & Rosalyn Williams Interview

Thu, 19 Oct 2006 19:16:55 -0400

How much money can you really make as an actor? Darbi Knows! Everything you ever wanted to know about your podcast host Rosalyn Coleman Williams.

Episode 2.1 Actor Mike Mosley: Who Got The Job and How They Got It

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 15:22:33 -0400

Who got the part and how they got it! Actor Mike Mosley star of the NBC series Kidnapped sits down with Roz and talks about his journey from handing out flyers for Broadway shows to starring on a NBC series.

Episode 2: Darbi Worley

Wed, 11 Oct 2006 15:03:33 -0400

This episode is all about Darbi Worley find out what this busy actress is all about. Darbi knows how to break into commercials. She did it in record time and can help you do it too! Check her out even more at: www.darbiworley.com

Episode One: Answers for Actors: The Casting Couch

Thu, 05 Oct 2006 18:25:35 -0400

Darbi Worley finds out what’s up with the casting couch and Roz of Red Wall Productions takes on actress Harriett D. Foy...maybe she knows something about the casting couch?