Your Path To Hollywood

Katherine Beck

You want to be a Working Actor but when it comes to building a sustainable career it takes more than just talent to get you there. If you're an Actor born outside of the U.S. and you want to increase your auditions and opportunities then you will need to master the American accent in order to book U.S. roles.The problem is most Actors struggle maintain the accent in performance or think about the accent during their audition. There are tons of U.S. projects filming in Australia, NewZealand, Canada & The UK. Which means the path to Hollywood looks very different for today's Actor. The good news is you don't need to be in Hollywood to build a career working on U.S. projects. Join your host, Katherine Beck (American Voice/Dialect Coach & Voiceover Actor) for a 'behind the scenes' look into all aspects of the U.S. Film/TV industry and what it really takes to master the American accent, nail the U.S. auditions & book those dream U.S. roles. What separates you from the thousands of other Actors is mindset, skillset and strategy and that's exactly what we will cover in this podcast. Katherine has helped hundreds of Actors book U.S. auditions, callbacks and roles. Now it's your turn.  Get past your doubts, wondering 'will I ever master the American accent' to FINALLY feeling confident performing with an Authentic American accent.Get tips on how to perform with an American accent, listen to interviews from working actors & industry professionals and get the inspiration you need to continue to follow your dreams so you can thrive as a Working Actor in this biz we call Showbiz.

  1. NOV 18

    From Audition to Set: How a Dialect Coach Prepares You for a U.S. Role

    Ever wondered what actually happens behind the scenes when an actor works with a dialect coach? In today’s episode, I’m taking you step-by-step through the full process, from the moment you receive your audition sides all the way to preparing for your first day on set. You’ll hear how we refine your American accent, uncover your character’s voice and analyse the text so you can feel confident performing both in the audition and on set. Here’s what you’ll learn: What I look for the moment you send me your audition sidesThe real value of marking your script and how it strengthens your performanceHow I identify your accent “triggers” and turn them into your on-set warm-upWhy you can’t separate accent from character and what we do insteadWhat shifts in our work once you book the role and we transition into on-set prepIf this episode inspires you  and you’re serious about training for U.S. roles in 2026, apply now for the January intake of Hollywood Prep School at katherinebeck.com/hollywood. Got a topic you'd like to hear on the show? Send us a text message and let us know. 🎧 Want to learn how to perform with a truly authentic American accent? Join my free on-demand training at katherinebeck.com/training LEARN MORE FROM KATHERINE BECK: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE| TIK TOK If this episode inspires you then I’d love to hear from you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @allamericanactorspodcast Have you left a review? If you loved this episode show your support by leaving a rating and review right here. Thanks for supporting the show!

    22 min
  2. NOV 10

    Why Mimicry Is Stopping You from Mastering the American Accent

    Think mimicry is the key to sounding American?  It’s actually what’s holding you back.  Most actors try to master the American accent by copying it but that’s exactly what’s keeping them stuck.  In this episode, I’m revealing why mimicry might be the very thing standing between you and true authenticity. Listen as I talk about: Why mimicry keeps your accent sounding forced and unnaturalThe deeper reason actors rely on mimicryWhat most actors are unknowingly doing wrong in their trainingA simple shift that can help you finally sound authentically AmericanWhat you need to focus on next to finally sound like a true American speaker🎯 Ready to master the American accent? Join me for my free live workshop and learn The Four Essential Steps to Performing with an Authentic American Accent. 👉 Register here: katherinebeck.com/workshop Got a topic you'd like to hear on the show? Send us a text message and let us know. 🎧 Want to learn how to perform with a truly authentic American accent? Join my free on-demand training at katherinebeck.com/training LEARN MORE FROM KATHERINE BECK: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE| TIK TOK If this episode inspires you then I’d love to hear from you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @allamericanactorspodcast Have you left a review? If you loved this episode show your support by leaving a rating and review right here. Thanks for supporting the show!

    10 min
  3. SEP 29

    Inside the Actor’s Journey: Freya Adams on Crafting a Hollywood Career

    What does it really take to make it as an actor in Hollywood? In this episode, I sit down with the incredibly talented Freya Adams, best known for her lead role in Advantageous and with credits on New Amsterdam, The Blacklist, and countless commercials.  Freya opens up about her path to building a career in Hollywood and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Listen as we talk about: How Freya transitioned from playwriting to acting.Why treating auditions as a “numbers game” helped her break into the industry.The importance of building authentic relationships with casting directors, crew, and showrunners.How creating her own pilot reshaped her career and perspective on the business.Freya’s strategies for staying motivated, handling rejection, and keeping her craft sharp.Follow Freya's acting journey on Instagram. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2633431/ Links Mentioned: Ready to start booking U.S. Roles? Applications are now open for Hollywood Prep School. Apply here: katherinebeck.com/hollywood Got a topic you'd like to hear on the show? Send us a text message and let us know. 🎧 Want to learn how to perform with a truly authentic American accent? Join my free on-demand training at katherinebeck.com/training LEARN MORE FROM KATHERINE BECK: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE| TIK TOK If this episode inspires you then I’d love to hear from you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @allamericanactorspodcast Have you left a review? If you loved this episode show your support by leaving a rating and review right here. Thanks for supporting the show!

    39 min
  4. SEP 15

    Accent Review: Hugh Laurie's Audition For The TV Series, House

    Ever wondered how some actors nail a believable American accent? Hugh Laurie’s House audition is a perfect example. In this episode, we go behind the scenes to analyze Hugh Laurie’s audition for the hit TV series House.  You’ll hear insights into what makes an American accent authentic on screen and you might just have a break through on your own American accent as you listen to this accent review.  Listen as I talk about: What stood out in Hugh Laurie’s American accent and deliveryHow character voice and accent need to align for authenticitySubtle areas where his British accent is noticeable in the auditionHow confidence and style can sometimes outweigh technical perfectionLinks Mentioned: Join me for a free training this week on Booking U.S. Roles In Your Local Market. Register here: https://www.katherinebeck.com/us Got a topic you'd like to hear on the show? Send us a text message and let us know. 🎧 Want to learn how to perform with a truly authentic American accent? Join my free on-demand training at katherinebeck.com/training LEARN MORE FROM KATHERINE BECK: WEBSITE | INSTAGRAM | YOUTUBE| TIK TOK If this episode inspires you then I’d love to hear from you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device, post it to your Instagram stories and tag me @allamericanactorspodcast Have you left a review? If you loved this episode show your support by leaving a rating and review right here. Thanks for supporting the show!

    8 min
5
out of 5
34 Ratings

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You want to be a Working Actor but when it comes to building a sustainable career it takes more than just talent to get you there. If you're an Actor born outside of the U.S. and you want to increase your auditions and opportunities then you will need to master the American accent in order to book U.S. roles.The problem is most Actors struggle maintain the accent in performance or think about the accent during their audition. There are tons of U.S. projects filming in Australia, NewZealand, Canada & The UK. Which means the path to Hollywood looks very different for today's Actor. The good news is you don't need to be in Hollywood to build a career working on U.S. projects. Join your host, Katherine Beck (American Voice/Dialect Coach & Voiceover Actor) for a 'behind the scenes' look into all aspects of the U.S. Film/TV industry and what it really takes to master the American accent, nail the U.S. auditions & book those dream U.S. roles. What separates you from the thousands of other Actors is mindset, skillset and strategy and that's exactly what we will cover in this podcast. Katherine has helped hundreds of Actors book U.S. auditions, callbacks and roles. Now it's your turn.  Get past your doubts, wondering 'will I ever master the American accent' to FINALLY feeling confident performing with an Authentic American accent.Get tips on how to perform with an American accent, listen to interviews from working actors & industry professionals and get the inspiration you need to continue to follow your dreams so you can thrive as a Working Actor in this biz we call Showbiz.