100 episodes

Jeff Seymour, acting coach of 43 years and author of 'The Real Life Actor' talks acting and the business.

The Real Life Actor Jeff Seymour

    • Arts
    • 4.8 • 62 Ratings

Jeff Seymour, acting coach of 43 years and author of 'The Real Life Actor' talks acting and the business.

    In Rehearsal

    In Rehearsal

    The most effective way to use the lines you've diligently memorized.

    • 16 min
    Part 3: The best way to memorize

    Part 3: The best way to memorize

    Here are some great tips on the best way to memorize and "own" your words.

    • 23 min
    Part 2: Character approach

    Part 2: Character approach

    Some helpful hints on what to consider when deciding the best way to play your character.

    • 16 min
    12 part series. Part I: Reading the script.

    12 part series. Part I: Reading the script.

    Jeff explains why it's so important to read the script from a readers point of view first. Familiarize yourself with the story before you start thinking about your character.

    • 18 min
    Telling stories of woe

    Telling stories of woe

    Here are some tips for telling the tragic stories you sometimes have to tell when you act.

    • 20 min
    Working live is the best confidence builder

    Working live is the best confidence builder

    Jeff explains why working live on stage is so important for the actor's growth and confidence.

    • 17 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
62 Ratings

62 Ratings

Rosanna J ,

Straight to the point and good advice

I love Jeff’s no nonsense approach to the craft of acting. He provides a demystified point of view that is often lacking in acting training. His dry humor is also great! Jeff has a ton of experience in the industry and he shares real life anecdotes from what he sees other actors struggling with and talks us through how to approach similar issues by changing our perspective from acting to real life and allowing that to inform performance.

1 bluey ,

Claire

Nice

northway999 ,

A Breath Of Fresh Air.

Thank you Mr. Seymour! I’m a 19 year old actor in college and the way we’re taught as always confused me. Acting should be so complex. And your direction has lead me to become a much better artist. Thanks again! :)

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