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In this episode, I’m doing something a little different. I’ve gathered up a handful of stories from various actors, spanning different movies, eras, and experiences. Some are well-known. Some might be new to you.I’ll sha

Hosted by Justin Powell · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 48 episodes
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Unpacking the mystery, intrigue and mind numbing aspects of working in the acting industry. Host/actor Justin Powell offers tips and tricks on everything around the profession - from acting technique to business strategies and more - so you can take control of your acting career! Be sure to follow on Instagram, TikTok and Youtube so you don't miss out on any great acting content.
Justin Powell hosts The Acting Notes, a arts show with 48 episodes published.

In this episode, I’m doing something a little different. I’ve gathered up a handful of stories from various actors, spanning different movies, eras, and experiences. Some are well-known. Some might be new to you.I’ll sha

We have to treat our acting career like a business. In this episode, Justin goes over traps that some actors can stumble into. If you enjoy the podcast please consider leaving a rating! Thank you for listening. You can a

After a brief vacation in New York, Justin discusses some lessons he took from his trip as well as how he tackled auditions while out of town. Be sure to check out the acting notes on Instagram @theactingnotes and Justin

When you're just starting out and you're acting career, there are certain habits and ticks that tend to happen for everyone. In this episode, Justin breaks down some of those early traps and offers solutions to find new

I recently got my headshots for this year! So what better time to put out an episode talking about some things you can do to make sure your next headshot session is the best it can be. I'll walk you through how I prepare

It's been a busy start to the year! I had fully intended on releasing new episodes in January but booked 3 straight features and had to focus up. Now, Justin shares some lessons learned from the audition and filming proc

This week, Justin provides some tip for creating characters distinct from one another particularly when they are in the same project.

Ever feel pressure to "just feel it" in emotional scenes? You’re not alone. This episode dives deep into the craft behind authentic emotional work – no trauma-dumping required. Join us as we unpack actionable techniques

In this episode, I sit down with the legendary Ivana Chubbuck—renowned acting coach, author of The Power of the Actor, and mentor to A-list stars like Halle Berry, Brad Pitt, and Charlize Theron. We dive deep into her gr

Ever delivered a powerhouse stage performance… only to hear "tone it down" on camera? Or felt "too small" when transitioning to theater? In this episode, we break down the key differences between acting for stage, film,

In this episode Justin shares some thoughts on disappointment in the business and how we can handle it.

In this episode of The Acting Notes, we sit down with renowned headshot photographer Michael Roud to break down everything actors need to know about getting the perfect headshot. We discuss what makes a headshot stand ou

In this episode of The Acting Notes, we dive deep into one of the most famous—and controversial—acting approaches: The Method. We’ll explore its origins, tracing back to Konstantin Stanislavski and how his work influence

Crying On Cue is sometimes considered to be the MOST important thing in acting. Is it? Are you actually a good actor if you can't do this? Short answer is no. Long answer - well, listen to the episode. Featuring a specia

What do we do when the world is just too much? How do we manage to still do incredible work when we don't feel our best? This week Justin talks about how to deal with the outside noise and take care of yourself as an art

WE'RE BACK! Agents are often viewed as the means of getting to the big leagues but how do we get the right agent? What do we need to get an agent? In this episode, Justin breaks down some tips to help you get an agent th

In this episode, Justin talks with Director, Coach and Actress Rachel Paulson about what actors need to know about auditioning. They discuss shifting your focus for each acting genre and what casting directors really wan

It's so important to discover freedom in the work. In this episode, Justin Powell walks us through why it's so key and how we can approach our work to discover this freedom. Be sure to follow the Acting Notes on IG and T

In this episode, Justin talks about how our passion can wane in this industry and some things you can do to keep that fire alive. Be sure to follow the Acting Notes on IG and TikTok @theactingnotes for more great acting

In this episode, Justin goes over some of the basic principles of script analysis and how you can use these tools to enhance your performance. Be sure to follow the Acting Notes on IG and TikTok @theactingnotes for more
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