Equity Foundation Podcast

This is the first session in our recurring "Let's Talk..." series on all aspects of voiceover for Equity members. Right now, you need a home studio to be able to work in voiceover. In this zoom session Abbe talks about how to set one up, about mics, interfaces, editing programs, sound proofing, Source Connect and costs.

US casting director Jeanie Bacharach talks to a group of Equity members about the US casting process and her past and current projects including The Marvellous Mrs Maisel and Nashville.

A chance for Howard Fine to give an overview of his teaching philosophy and his rigorous belief in technique. Equity members talked to Howard about his actor-training that promotes self-reliance and a safe emotional and psychological approach. The Equity Foundation thanks the Howard Fine Acting Studio Melbourne for their support of this event.

Equity NZ President and New Zealander of the Year Jennifer Ward-Lealand Te Atamira recently interviewed Sam Neill about his life and career, and what he has learnt along the way. Sam Neill has more than 75 films and over 45 television programs to his credit. He is a passionate supporter of many environmental and social justice causes and has been a proud Equity member since 1979.

The voice over industry can be a mystery to those outside it. This is a chance to find out how it works and get key information about what you need to be a working commercial voice over artist.

This is an edited version of our recent live stream where Miranda discussed screen acting and naturalism. Miranda’s approach is based on years of writing and performing Verbatim theatre in prisons in New Zealand, Australia and the UK, as well as her work as an on-set acting coach with renowned actors and directors on films all over the world. In her work with actors and directors Miranda aims to shift paradigms, empowering creatives to realise their own talent. She introduces simple but innovative ways of thinking about and achieving connection and character. She has developed a series of tools and exercises for use in rehearsal and on-set that get actors to where they need to be, fast.

This is an edited version of a recent Equity Foundation live lecture and Q&A with leading voice and dialect coach Katherine Beck. This is a chance for Equity members to learn the tools to enhance your American accent and create an authentic American character.

This is an edited version of a recent Equity Foundation Live Stream. Join leading Australian psychologist Dr Julie Crabtree for an online discussion about coping as a performer during these uncertain times. Julie has worked extensively with creative people and through her doctoral research into creativity and mental health she is at the forefront of our understanding of how to be both healthy and creative. This is a great chance for some simple and practical advice from a professional who understands your unique circumstances.

Meditation coach Deone Zanotto shares two mindfulness exercises for performers.

US Casting Director Jeanie Bacharach shares her insights into the industry with Alan Fletcher.

Recorded live in Melbourne May 2018.