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Those are great pieces of advice. Things have certainly advanced in the world of lighting the last several years so always good to be mindful of the new requirements to be seen on stage.

Oh wow. That might have been the cause of his being slapped but I wonder if Will Smith said it too because he ended up getting the most career damage from that incident.

Are you asking for a video about that subject?

Acting is all those things and a lot more. It’s much more complex than just imitating someone else. Imitations only gets you so far in developing a character but it is a great tool for breaking out of habits or giving you a different approach to a scene.

I'm so glad it helped!

That guy is loving the wonderful comment you left. 😝💛

You’re welcome.

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You should be able to breathe in a bit first and then close your throat and then try to suck in a tiny bubble of air. It’s not really taking a breath, it’s just using your throat muscles to inhale a tiny bubble.

@@AugmentedActor what exactly is “using your throat” ??? 😭😭😭

It’s different. Contract your throat like you’re going to make a “k” sound and then just suck in a tiny little air bubble right at that point. It’s not like inhaling a huge breathe. It’s trying to bring in a tiny little bubble of air right behind where you close your throat. And then if you can do that, just repeat it by adding another tiny bubble. You will feel like air is starting to build up in your chest/esophagus and then you can burp it out.

@@AugmentedActor thanks a lot these tips really helped me 😄

Unfortunately I don’t have enough direct experience with prop making to make an informed video about that subject. But props people need to be able to work with all different physical media from woodworking, molding, makeup, lighting/electric, metal work, upholstery, sewing, and even just shopping and finding antiques or cheap products that can be altered. Or going to yard sales. I would just start by making stuff yourself or trying to mimic props you see in movies. Make fun costume pieces for Halloween. Learn a few hands on crafts.

@@AugmentedActor ok, thank you for your help

Start by reading my responses to other comments as I’ve explained it a lot of different ways to a bunch of commenters. It’s real difficult to explain with words. In a nutshell make a k sound and stop your throat while the folds are touching each other and then try to inhale without opening your throat. A tiny bubble of air should get lodged in your throat.

@@AugmentedActor thank you so much for responding I will keep on trying. Thanks a lot😄

Oh wow. Thanks so much. It was a bit of a project to take on. I appreciate the complement.

I suppose you could try to make it fit but I’d say that falls more under the caregiver archetype. Lovers don’t have to be romantic lovers but generally have a very strong bond with each other.

It’s similar to what your throat does when you make a ‘K’ sounds. You’ll notice your throat closes in the back. Just try and lower the point where your throat closes slightly and then keeping your throat closed, try to suck in a tiny bubble of air.

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Good combo.

That’s awesome. Congrats on the role. Sounds like fun!

Thanks for the high praise! Appreciate it. It was a fun video to make. I’ve gotten Ban Affleck before but not Jim Carrey. That’s great!

You’re welcome. Yeah smaller stages are often more fun.

That makes sense for possibly live recording studios. But for theater green rooms, I've never seen a light like that.

Being aware of the habit is a good start to controlling it. It just takes practice and reminding yourself to concentrate on not blinking each time you perform. It usually happens because of nervousness so if you learn how to control your nervousness it will help you if it’s because of bright lights, then you need to stand in place and let your eyes adjust to the lighting before you perform. If it’s because you are shy about looking at another actor’s eyes then you need to practice connecting with the other actor by looking at them when you talk to them.

@@AugmentedActor thankyou sir

Here’s a video about laughing and crying: How to Cry - How to Laugh - (on Film or Stage) ruclips.net/video/_nyUGxRTWn0/видео.html

Good idea.

That’s a good idea. I will add that to my list.

Sounds like a good idea.

Glad it was helpful. With any sort of physical comedy, breaking it down into specific detail will help.

Arg, there's always a downside to trying to be edgy. I will consider that when making future videos.

Yes, thanks for the recap

I appreciate your request, those emotions can have a similar result on the expression of your face and that’s why they seem similar. But I shot that video nearly five years ago and don’t intend to revisit it. I would challenge you to try those expressions yourself and see what results you get.

Some are pretty similar.

It's definitely a skill to laugh convincingly, but I think a lot of actors can do it well. But I think it really comes from trying your best to really react to the funny moment.

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Thanks for breaking it down like this. Good to have a written list.

Thank you so much!

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Yup

Oh great. Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it

Your way of pronouncing "measure" (may-zure) is reminiscent of 50s and 60s narration like Earl Nightingale etc.

Oh interesting. Must have picked it up from my parents who lived in those decades

For sure. Funny. I was just reading a George Carlin book when I read this comment.

Synchronicity! Everything happens for a reason.

I do know of times when nothing bad happens. So perhaps the curse is not consistent. Maybe some folks are immune to it.

Thanks!

Those types of videos work for TikTok but may not be the best for a demo reel. Unless they are really well done and clever. It would be a way to present two different characters. But I would opt for just doing a solo scene/monologue instead. If you don’t have much material to put in a demo reel you may not be to the stage where you need one yet. That said any example of your work that you can show someone is better than nothing at all. But I would think it’s better to just post individual clips of yourself as examples of your work and not officially call it a demo reel until you have enough material to make one.

Sounds like a good tactic to have in your back pocket.

Yeah for sure in smaller productions people wear multiple hats. Even in some professional shoots they do t have this many different roles.

That'd be nice, but someone else can do it. I've done two Pivo reviews already and although I love the Pivo, I don't want to do more product reviews.

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Nice role! Enjoy. Also see my other video about Macbeth.