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Actor Anxiety? Mindset Hacks That Actually Work with Casting Director Lisa London


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Veteran Casting Director Lisa London shares insights on the most powerful tool in an actor's toolkit - their mindset. She joins How We Role host Robert Peterpaul to uncover how an actor can be more mindful and present in the room. 

The episode covers:

  • Why focusing on the process rather than the outcome will set you free.
  • The common thread between the successful actors she's cast like Jennifer Aniston, Brad Pitt and Emma Stone.
  • Her #1 tip for being on a set.
  • Her golden rule for self-tapes and so much more.

Lisa London has been a casting director for more than 30 years and
has cast over a 100 successful film and television shows. She and her business partner, Catherine Stroud, have cast many notable actors and actresses at the beginning of in their careers who have all gone on to become stars. 

Some of these actors include: Miley Cyrus, Jonah Hill, Emma Stone, Katharine
McPhee, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Aniston, Mark Ruffalo, Brad Pitt, Megan Hilty, Adrian R. Mante, Joey King, Yara Shahidi, Noah Centineo, Josh Gad and Mariska Hargitay.

Lisa has cast many film and TV genres from comedies to dramas to thrillers to family friendly films. She cast many movies for Adam Sandler’s company, Happy Madison Productions including the comedy classic, Grandma’s Boy and The House Bunny. She also works with many independent filmmakers helping them to get talent attached to their films to get them into production.

Lisa also wrote a book for actors which is the 411 guide on the business side of acting, From Start to Stardom (The Casting Director’s Guide For Actors). Her book is available on Amazon. She also teaches audition technique classes where she strives to help actors with many aspects of their careers. Lisa assists actors in building confidence in themselves and turning their goals into realities.

Find out more at: www.fromstarttostardom.com

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