Where Working Actors Talk

Eps 27: SKS Faculty Real Talk Roundtable: The State of the Industry: Colleen Foy, Aleks Ristic, Angela Fornero, Brock Ciarlelli, and Kristyn Daniel

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SKS Faculty Real Talk Roundtable, the entire faculty comes together to talk about all things industry. CEO Kristyn, Studio Director Colleen, and actors and coaches Aleks, Angela, and Brock come together to discuss their experiences and offer guidance to the SKS community. They talk about the challenging start to the year with the LA wildfires, strikes, and how to navigate life when you still need to show up for auditions and opportunities with full dedication. They touch on a wide range of subjects including the craft of acting, audition preparation, overcoming personal obstacles, and maintaining a positive mindset. They also reflect on their transitions from students to teachers and the evolving dynamics of the industry while retaining the core values of the Stan Kirsch Studios community. The episode highlights the shared passion, resilience, and mutual support among actors everywhere right now. Success is infectious!

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO HEAR:

00:00 — Introduction & Acknowledgements

00:26 — Navigating Challenges in 2025

02:02 — Audition Anecdotes and Techniques

03:49 — Reflections and Lessons from 2024

14:05 — Setting Intentions for 2025

20:12 — Audition Preparation Strategies

39:21 — The Challenges of Self-Taping

39:49 — Understanding the Scene's Context

41:34 — The Importance of Repetition and Practice

42:05 — Collaborative Coaching and Instincts

43:18 — Adapting to Audition Requirements

45:29 — The Role of Specificity in Acting

01:01:21 — The Journey from Student to Teacher

01:11:51 — Continuing the Legacy of SKS Studios

01:14:41 — Community and Support in Acting

EPISODE LINKS:

· Learn More about Our Teachers Here

· Follow Colleen @colleenfoy

· Follow Aleks @iamaleksristic

· Follow Angela @angefornero

· Follow Brock @brockciarlelli

· Follow Kristyn @kristyndaniel

· Abundance Bound

· Think Bigger Coaching with DaJuan Johnson

· The Cold Read App 

Host: Colleen Foy

Producer: Kristyn Daniel

Music by: Lindsay Boreing and Will Boreing

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