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It's been criticised for decades, called "dangerous", "self-indulgent" and "harmful" to actors.

This misunderstood Method Acting Techaniqe is slammed all across the world.

But what makes it misunderstood, why exactly is it slammed and should you be using it as a new or early career actor? Will it help or hinder tyour acting career and performances.

Let's dig in

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Are your emotions in scenes feeling fake, pushed or just... off?

In this episode I break down the 3 biggest signs actors are forcing emotions instead of living the emotional truth of the character in the moment.

▶️ You'll discover:

• Why obsessing over how you should feel before the scene starts kills authenticity
• The common trap that makes emotions come out too big (and how to ground them)
• what to focus on instead, so your emotions flow naturally without you having to "try"

I also share practical Method Acting insights that will help you spot these bad habits in your own work, and more importantly, fix them so your performances land with real impact.

🎭 If you want to know whether you're a head actor (stuck in your own thoughts) or a heart actor (led by emotion), take my free quiz [WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR ARE YOU?]. You'll get instant feedback on your performance blindspots and the exact exercises to strengthen your craft.

🎧 Press play, and let's make your performances feel truthful, moving and unforgettable.

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What does it mean if a director gives you feedback on your performance that it was too heady?

This is something that all new and up and coming actors will hear at some point, but it's not always broken down in a way that's eady to understand, and unfortunately the director usually won't give you any acting exercises to overcome this.

To avoid you guessing what you need to do, this episode shares, in an easy to understand way

• What the 3 signs are that you're being too heady in scenes, so you understand ehy the director said that
• The Method Acting exercise hardly anyone uses that will stop you doing them

This is a short, sharp snappy episode that was recorded to help you make your next performance your best performance.

Hit play and let's help you create performances you're proud of!

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Think you know what kind of actor you are? Chances are, you might be confusing acting type with casting type... and they're not the same thing.

In this episode of StandBy Method Acting Studio's Podcast - Unstoppable Actors - I'm breaking down the two core types of actor: Head Actors and Heart Actors. You'll learn:

• The key differences between your acting type and casting type (and why it matters)
• How I discovered I was a Heart Actor later in my career, and why it changed everything about my performances
• The unique strengths and blindspots of Head Actors and Heart Actors.
• The specific exercises each type of actor needs to unlock more truthful, powerful performances.

If you've ever felt stuck, overthought your choices or struggled to connect authentically in your work, this is the episode that will give you clarity and direction to move forwards.

Ready to find out your acting type?

Take the free quiz and discover whether you're a head or heart actor, plus get personalised feedback on your strengths and blindspots GET STARTED

Episode on casting type

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It's hard truth time (or reassuring time depending which way you look at it): you will never, ever feel ready to get an acting agent. And that's not a problem, it's a powerful opportunity.

In this episode, I'll share why "waiting till you're ready" is one of the biggest fear stories keeping actors stuck, and how to flip that mindset into momentum.

You'll hear about:

🎬 The student who practiced 5 hours per day before an auditon - and what we leared from refining that approach

🎬 The difference between polishing your craft and over-preapring out of fear.

🎬 Why knowing whether you're a head or heart actor can make or break your agent auditions

🎬 The real criteria agents look for (hint: it's not a CV with a gazillion credits).

By the end, you'll understand why not "feeling ready" is actually a sign you're in the right place to leap your acting career forwards.

Take the "What Type of Actor Are You?" quiz now, and start preparing smarter for auditions (not just harder)

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It's hard truth time.

I recently applied for a role I was perfect for. The right look, the right age, the right energy, and I had LIVED the experience of the character... Honestly, it was like they'd written it for me. And yet... I didn't even get an audition.

In the past, that would've sent me spiralling straight into rejection mode... "What's wrong with me? Am I not good enough? Am I not one of the lucky ones?". But this time, I realised it was actually a clue. A clue that something wasn't right in my approach.

In this episode, I share the three crucial things that could be getting overlooked in your career:

1. Skills - the ones that actually make Casting Directors remember you.

2. Data- yes, it sounds boring, but it's career gold if you use it right.

3. Your industry positioning and the invisible factor that can make or break your shot even before you step in the room.

These aren't about "being lucky". They're about setting yourself up so luck has no choice but to find you.

If your acting career hasn't taken off just yet, this episode will show you how to spot what's missing, plug the gaps and start getting noticed for the roles you want to be seen for.

💡 Want the fastest way to pinpointyour biggest blindspot?

Take the What Type of Actor Are You? quiz and discover the 3 Method Acting exercises that will strengthen your skills and confidence START THE QUIZ HERE

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Find out which type of actor you are here

Is there a perfect age to start an acting career?

Should you have started acting as a child to be in with the best chance of succeeding, what if you're in your 20s, 30s or 40s, have you missed the boat?

This is one of the biggest fears of new and early career actors. We'll unpack this in detail.

Let me know what landed for you at the end of the episode.

Lights, Camera, Action

Your no-fluff Method Acting Coach

Louise

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Ever feel like you're almost there in the scene, like the performance is solid, but something's stopping you from REALLY living the character?

You're not alone! You're not broken. You're not, not talented.

In this episode I break down the three types of actors (you'll probably see yourself in one of them!) and the surprisingly common block they all hit when it comes to expression and emotional truth!

You'll also hear

🎭A brilliant Stanislavski quote that will change how you approach every role

🎭 A behind the scenes from one of my coaching sessions with a talented actor who was struggling to own their voiceand choices

🎭 Why the blocks you face often go deeper than technique

By the end of the episode, you'll understand why that frustrating feeling of being held back isn't personal, and more importantly, how to start breaking through it.

🎯 TAKE THE FREE QUIZ TO DISCOVER WHAT TYPE OF ACTOR YOU ARE

And learn the exact next steps to unlock stronger, more truthful performances

CLICK HERE

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