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By now, you're likely familiar with this fact of acting life: a demo reel is essential for your career. It's your calling card for...
Andi Matheny
Nov 28, 20233 min read
What does an agent expect from you? Ask an agent!
Dear friends, This blog contains posts about acting as a craft, as well as how to successfully navigate your acting career. In class, we...
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Andi Matheny
Jun 26, 20232 min read
How to SPICE up your monologues!
When I was a beginning actor, monologues were my least favorite. I much preferred doing a scene with another human being, someone I could...
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Andi Matheny
May 2, 20232 min read
Why is it so important to understand the genre of the show you're auditioning for?
A lot of actors are looking to book their first TV or movie role, and if you're lucky, you'll get an audition for a small, costar-type...
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Andi Matheny
Apr 14, 20232 min read
Why is the final moment on a self-tape important?
You filmed your audition and it's pretty good. You sent it to casting and now they're watching your tape. You dressed to suggest your...
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Andi Matheny
Oct 16, 20226 min read
FREE ADVICE DAY! Tips and strategy for your career - no matter what stage you're at!
In class, we do a lot more than exercises and scene study. We talk about the business of the acting career, what realistic expectations...
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Andi Matheny
May 22, 20221 min read
Matt Kinback in a good "Space!"
Another NDA booking we can finally announce—congrats to Matt Kinback for booking the supporting role of John in the indie comedy Space...
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Andi Matheny
May 12, 20221 min read
Bob Young's busy booking binge!
Congrats to Bob Young for booking TWO projects: supporting role in the indie short Black Butterfly for director Kelvin Summerhill; and...
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Andi Matheny
May 10, 20221 min read
Deaton Gabbard's "Renaissance!"
Congrats to our Working Actor Deaton Gabbard for booking the supporting role of Manny in the upcoming SAG feature film Renaissance Kid,...
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Andi Matheny
Mar 26, 20221 min read
Gabriella Mead gets "Angry!"
Congrats to Gabriella Mead for booking a national campaign for Angry Orchard!
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Andi Matheny
Mar 12, 20221 min read
A very special booking for Mommy and Baby!
Congrats to AMAS alumna emeritus Karleigh Chase LaBudde and her adorable daughter (second generation AMAS member and my goddaughter)...
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Andi Matheny
Jan 2, 20221 min read
Jarron Webster stars in "SimplyIOA!"
Congrats to Jarron Webster for booking a major ad campaign on the web for SimplyIOA insurance!
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Andi Matheny
Dec 5, 20211 min read
Jon Paul Allyn on the "Menu!"
Congrats to Jon Paul Allyn for booking - and filming - a principal role on the major studio film The Menu, starring Ralph Fiennes, Anya...
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Andi Matheny
Oct 22, 20211 min read
Chris Plourde in "Studio!"
Congrats to Chris Plourde for booking a supporting role in the web series Studio 3:16, now filming their second season. To watch the...
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Andi Matheny
Oct 14, 20211 min read
Deborah Reed's "Quarter!"
Congrats to Deborah Reed for booking the supporting role of Kelly in the indie short Quarter Past Midnight, written and directed by our...
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Andi Matheny
Sep 28, 20211 min read
Kendra Pepe makes cast of "The Lady Makers!"
Congrats to Kendra Pepe for booking a supporting role on the indie feature The Lady Makers!
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Andi Matheny
Sep 27, 20211 min read
Buzz Van Dyke's Seven-Year Pitch!
Congrats to Buzz Van Dyke for his SEVENTH year as spokesperson for Medica insurance!
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Andi Matheny
Sep 25, 20211 min read
Tracey Reynolds's "Casting!"
Congrats to Tracey Reynolds for booking the lead role of Edie Keaton in the play Centennial Casting, playing at the Early Bird Dinner...
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Andi Matheny
Aug 24, 20211 min read
Kevin Tydlaska's "Beach" Bonanza!
Congrats to Kevin Tydlaska for booking the featured role of Stephan in the Hallmark Movie South Beach Love. To follow the movie on IMDb,...
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Andi Matheny
Aug 13, 20211 min read
Nikole Rossiter's "Visit!"
Congrats to Nikole Rossiter for booking a national spot for "Visit Florida!"
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