The Star Trek universe just got bigger — and a lot closer to home for The Heller Approach family. Karim Diane, one of our standout alumni, is joining the highly anticipated new series Star Trek: Starfleet Academy. [caption id="attachment_21377" align="alignleft" width="412"] © 2025 CBS Studios Inc....
The surest way to keep the scene engaging, is for the actors to be totally engaged with each other. Remember, the more interested the characters are in what they’re doing, the more interested the viewer will be in what’s going on. And of course, the...
In the world of acting, bridging the gap between yourself and a character's experiences can be the key to unlocking a mesmerizing performance. For those new to the craft, this journey can be challenging, but fear not – mastering the substitution technique is your gateway...
To say that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed our lives would be an understatement. From living busy schedules, we were forced to stay at home and thrive with a lot of limitations for two years. But as innovative as we humans are, we also found...
Before you can property act a scene, you have to know how to interpret it. There's no substitute for carefully analyzing a script to develop a backstory and motivations for the character you'll be playing. That applies whether you already have the part or you're...
Fear of public speaking tends to be nearly universal. One survey found that over 70% of its respondents had experienced some form of speech anxiety. Along with the fear of public speaking comes the fear of being on stage. So, it is no surprise that...
Have you ever been anxious about an upcoming audition? Unsure about how to stand out in a crowd of performers who are all just as eager to be selected for the part as you are? What you need are some tips for how to ace...
Whether you're taking acting classes online or a seasoned professional, you need to find a personal connection to the material first and come to rehearsal to let go and let yourself be surprised by what happens. Essentially, you're bringing your own ideas and then exploring...
As an aspiring actor, you may have asked the question, “Are private acting lessons better than being in a class?” The answer's not clear-cut, as they both have their pros and cons. We'll try to sort it out here, so you can decide which of...
It may surprise you to know that actors working in the film and television industry hardly ever have the opportunity to live through an entire scene. At levels below the pinnacle of the acting profession, most of your work will consist of small vignettes that...