Starting out studying math and economics, actor Ivan Shaw knows how to blend the analytical with the creative. You've seen Ivan in hit television series including "Dear Edward," "The Cleaning Lady," "That Dirty Black Bag," "Casual," "Insecure," and many more. Today, we do a deep dive into the world of contract roles, and break down the skill and stamina required of soap actors. Ivan shares lessons learned from sitting in on the casting process and watching star Sarah Paulson deliver a fully lived-in audition. Ivan also discusses how he prepared for an emotional audition scene for a Zoom screen test, and reminds actors why we shouldn't pressure ourselves to always get it right.

These are the unforgettable stories that landed Ivan Shaw right here.

Credits:

• Dear Edward
• The Cleaning Lady
• That Dirty Black Bag
• Chicago Med
• Casual
• New Girl
• Insecure
• Better Things
• The Book of Daniel
• All My Children
• Charmed

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• IMDB: Ivan Shaw
• INSTAGRAM: @shawski

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