The Victor Cruz Acting Studio The Victor Cruz Acting Studio

Victor Cruz sits down with award-winning actor, writer, producer, director and casting director Elaine Del Valle. Also the creator of the popular one woman show Brownsville Bred, now a book, available on Amazon, Kindle, Barnes and Noble and your local library.  

Get it on amazon now at: https://www.amazon.com/Brownsville-Bred-Dreaming-Out-Loud/dp/1734309970/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=brownsville+bred&qid=1583261734&sr=8-1  

Watch the trailer for her new film Princess Cut, premiering at the Miami Film Festival on March 7th: https://miamifilmfestival.com/events/shorts-program-1/  

Follow Elaine Del Valle: Instagram : @elainedelvalledirector & @amigapictures Follow us on Facebook: @ Del Valle Productions & Casting  

The Victor Cruz Acting Studio provides Self-Tape Audition services for actors. The studio is conveniently located in the Times Square area of NYC. www.victorcruzactingstudio.com  

The Victor Cruz Acting Studio is a NYC based drama school that offers Self-Tape services for actors, acting classes, workshops, and private coaching.  Victor Cruz was raised in the heart of the South Bronx and at the tender age of 16, performed stand-up comedy for the very first time in the West Village. He studied in the acting conservatory at SUNY Purchase College and the day before he graduated, he landed his first TV role on HBO’s The Sopranos. From then on, he has appeared in over 50 TV Shows, Films and Commercials. Victor runs his own acting studio in Times Square, the Victor Cruz Acting Studio and is a faculty member at HB Studio. He continues his lessons and sharpening his tools as an actor under the tutelage of his Spiritual Teacher and Master, Guru Enlightment. Some of his TV & Film Credits Include: Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix), The Good Cop (Netflix), and West Side Story (2020) Directed by Steven Spielberg.     

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Whether you’re going to a studio that can produce your self-tape or you plan on doing the tape yourself, there are certain key things you should be thinking of:  

#1. Be prepared. If you’ve been given the script days in advance or at least a day in advance, please read the material, study it, and prepare. There is nothing that reads more unprofessional than an actor who is not prepared. It’s a waste of your time, a  waste of time for the person reading with you, and does not leave a good impression amongst casting directors. The idea is not to try and book THIS job, but instead, leave an impression that will keep you in the room for the rest of your life for ALL JOBS, or at least the ones you’re right for.  

#2. Show up for yourself at least 15 minutes early. If you do this, you will not be stressed out, you will have a moment in which to breathe and really get into the zone. This same rule applies across the board, even in life. Show up for yourself!  

#3. Rehearsal is homework. Keep it this way, this way you don’t spend time trying to figure out how you’re going to execute the scene during your self-tape session. Come prepared and ready to play. Use the time you’ve booked or set aside to try different options that will bring you closer to the success of the scene or scenes.  

#4. Be OFF-BOOK! Actors who have properly prepared and have made a choice, walk into the room with little or no doubt, confident (not Ego & Pride) and leave strong impressions with casting directors. This is the same energy you should walk in with when you do your self-tape at a studio or on your own.  Your the casting director for the next few minutes to however much time you spend on the self-tape. So just like them, root for yourself and expect the very best!  

#5. TRUST. The most important ingredient for a successful self-tape. Trust that you have what it takes. That it’s in your DNA. That it lives in your spirit. This way, if you’ve prepared and you TRUST, nothing but the very best will show up.   

As a side note, when you do your Slate*, make sure to take full control of this moment. Don’t shy away. It’s the one line that isn’t in the script and, it belongs to YOU. It’s truly your moment to shine and show “Who” and “What You Are!”.  

*Slate: When you state your name at an audition. For some auditions, this can sometimes be followed by stating the following items: Character Name, Height, Agency, Location of where an actor resides and/or does an actor have a valid Passport. Any other items depending on the project can be added to this list. This is usually stated very clearly in the breakdown or by the casting director in the room.  This program was provided by the Victor Cruz Acting Studio. A New York City based drama school that offers Self-Tape Audition Services, Private Coaching, Acting Classes and so much more.  www.victorcruzactingstudio.com  

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"The Comedians Of Acting" | The Victor Cruz Acting Studio
VCAS Podcast | Episode 20

In this 20th episode, Victor Cruz sits down with his good actor/comedian friends Gil Tucker and Laz Vic. They cover topics such as: The ingredients that make up a joke, dealing with audiences and auditions fearlessly and the dangers of seeking approval from crowds and casting directors.

There are a lot of laughs as these three comedic-thespians sit back and look at their humbled beginnings and where they are headed next!

Enjoy, watch it more than once and share with your friends!

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In this episode, Victor Cruz sits down with Award-Winning Casting Director Stephanie Holbrook (Servant, The Happening) of Holbrook Casting at his studio in New York City. They cover topics such as, the do's and don'ts in the audition room, what is expected of an actor, and the ingredients of what makes a great audition.

The Victor Cruz Acting Studio is a New York City Based Drama School that specializes in Self-Tape Audition Services for Actors, Private Coaching, Acting Classes, Music and Dance Classes.

For more information on the school, log on to www.victorcruzactingstudio.com

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The Victor Cruz Acting Studio Presents:

Ep 17: Mario Polit (from The Deuce and Hustlers)

Victor Cruz sits down with his good friend Mario Polit and cover his life as an actor & his life as a FDNY Lieutenant Firefighter for over 20+ years.

Learn more and connect further with Mario by logging onto his website https://mariopolitactor.com and be sure to check him out in the new film starring Jennifer Lopez, HUSTLERS!

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Victor Cruz and Psychotherapist Amy Edelstein, LCSW sit down and talk about the emotional wellness of actors and some of the mental health issues that they face.  

For more information on Amy and her practice, visit:

Amy Edelstein LCSW

In-Home & In-Office Therapy

P: 201.981.9318

W: www.amyetherapy.com

A: 516 Bloomfield Ave, Suite 2, Montclair, NJ 07042

Other Resources

1. The Renfrew Center For Eating Disorders - NYC 

38 East 32nd Street, 10th Floor, NYC 10016

1 - 800 - Renfrew

2. Maria Droste Counseling Services
171 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016
Phone: (212) 889-4042

3. SUICIDE HOTLINE NUMBER
1-888-NYC-WELL (1-888-692-9355)







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