It’s been an awful few days. When the world feels like an ugly place, it’s hard to keep going. Often we ask ourselves, “What am I doing to help?” Because as actors you feel like you’re not providing a direct solution, you get down on yourself and stop trying to make a difference. In times like these, I think it’s important for you to remember your place in the world and how you help others. True, you’re not a first responder or a senator; you cannot effect direct change. How

To improv or not to improv, that is the question. (Well today’s question). One of the top questions I’m asked by actors is - “is it ok to add to the scene?” I think actors are most curious about this because everyone has a different opinion on the matter. With any advice, you have to listen to experts, and then trust your gut. Often, actors will tell me that they’ve heard the opposite opinion from someone else and that can be incredibly confusing. Remember, these are just pe