The Acting Podcast

Ep. 53: Finding Freedom & Power in Script Analysis


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“Script Analysis” is an often misunderstood term that can result in an actor robbing a scene of its art by reducing it to mathematical calculations. Some actors love the idea of script analysis so they can “solve” the scene and control it. Other actors abandon the idea of script analysis altogether because they are afraid of adding any structure to their art. The truth of Script Analysis is more interesting and dynamic. BGB Master Teachers, Cate Cohen, Sydney Walsh, and Corey Parker, sit down with Risa and Steve to talk about the dance between structure and fluidity in your preparation, and how to use Script Analysis to find freedom and power in your work. 

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Learn more about our wonderful teachers: 

Sydney Walsh - BGB Master Teacher, actor, writer, director

Cate Cohen - BGB Master Teacher, actor, writer

Corey Parker - BGB Master Teacher, actor, coach

Listen to other related episodes: 

Episode 6: The Secret To Successful Preparation

Episode 42: That Next Level Shit


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The Perfect Imperfect Self-Tape

21 Ways To Make Casting Directors Happy 

What Casting Wants


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