Always here to help, Insider Tips!

My dear Actors,
I have put this on my blog for extra information for you, to assist you after you read THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR E-Book ($9.95 for over 100 pages)

FREE ARTICLE
What do I need to know about call-backs?

After all candidates have auditioned for a role, casting directors may hold one or more additional rounds of auditions, called call-backs. If you receive a call-back, it means you’ve made the director’s shortlist for the role. For each call-back you attend you’ll be up against fewer and fewer people until someone has the part. Since call-backs have their own purposes and procedures, you should treat them somewhat differently to your initial audition…

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-call-backs/

WORK ALERT!
Shallows – Feature In Development

Whales have always been the life-force of Angelus, a small town on the south coast of Western Australia. Their annual passing defines the rhythms of a life where little changes, and the town depends on their carcasses. So when the battle begins on the beaches outside their town, and when Queenie Cookson, a local girl, joins the Greenies to make amends for the crimes of her whaling ancestors, it can only throw everything into chaos. Based on Tim Winton’s novel about the end of the whaling industry in Albany, WA.

Members can see the full listing at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/production-listings/

MEET…
James Laurie (Agent)

Prior to the formation of his agency, James Laurie was a successful performer and a casting director both in Australia and overseas. James Laurie Management (JLM) represents high profile clients who have established careers in the entertainment industry in Australia and internationally. The agency also has a strong tradition of nurturing young practitioners in its theatrical, creative and voice artist divisions. The agents at JLM have over 100 years combined experience in the arts industry, having worked in casting, public relations, theatre management, television production and publishing. The agency has affiliations with management companies in London, New York, Los Angeles, Frankfurt and New Zealand.

Members can get contact details at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/contact-lists/

FEATURE INTERVIEW
Making Mistakes: David Parker

What are some traps actors should avoid?

“The real trap for an actor lies not in their actual work place, but in the outside world.

What constantly fascinates me in this industry is the media reporting on actors, not so much for their performances on camera or on stage, but their performances off camera or off stage. There are actors who can give the finest of performances – they may be well-critiqued, audiences may love what they do on film – but if they put a foot wrong out there in public, all hell breaks loose. An actor’s behaviour off screen is great food for the press – if it’s a girlfriend scorned, an extra-marital fling, a drug bust or a drink driving charge. We can all think of notorious examples. And studios are renowned from wiping actors off their A-list after indiscretions have marred an otherwise stellar career.

What the media hype does is to elevate an actor to a point where their picture on a cover will sell more magazines; and the elevation is to the person, not the actor. Their last role may be outstanding, yet if a fickle public perceive that the actor has done wrong, then their star meter rating will plummet as they are dropped like a hotcake.

There is a very blurred edge between the actor as a person and the actor as an acting professional. Do we like seeing Toni Collette in a film because she’s Toni Collette or because she’s a great actor? Really, it’s a mix. The simple fact is that every actor brings some of themselves to a role. We, the audience, understand that Toni is playing Sheryl in Little Miss Sunshine; we know it’s really Toni, but she’s a good actress and for an hour and a half she transports us into believing that she is Sheryl.

Films come and go, and actors move onto the next movie and the next. Actors sometimes choose a particular role that just doesn’t turn out well on screen. They may have needed the work and took on a role that they aren’t particularly drawn to. Perhaps the director had diametrically opposed views as to what this character is; sometimes the script changes; sometimes a co-star may be vying for screen time and presence to the detriment of your character. There are lots of variables that can curtail an actor’s best intention.

So the vital question is this – how do you navigate through this melee?

You read the script. You like it. You’re going to audition. Learn the lines well. Directors and producers aren’t generally open to the ‘Oh, she’s dreadful at auditions, but great when she gets the role’ notion. Auditions are tough. You could be taking the character in the wrong direction; you’ve dyed your hair blonde but they’re after a redhead. Try to relax; be open but focussed; find out as much as you can about the film, the part; be well versed in the director’s previous films. Bring as much depth as you can to your read – don’t heighten it, keep it energetic but natural. The director can always ask you to bring it up or down…”

Members can read the full interview at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/interviews/

INSIDER SECRETS
Getting to the Top

I was like a sponge in accepting good advice from people. You’ve just got to be careful you don’t get a lot of silly advice. Bud Tingwell

Believe in yourself – if you don’t, no one else will. No one achieves greatness by thinking they can’t. Annie Murtagh-Monks

Getting a good agent, that’s vital. Tony Knight

It’s advice I got a long time ago and it has worked for me: Whatever your agent tells you to do, do. Don’t argue. Bud Tingwell

You need the right resilient temperament. Chris Edmund

Members can read dozens more insider secrets on this topic at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/insider-secrets/

News!

Happy Friday Y’all !
Here at central headquarters, Touch ups with Tula, which you can watch on You Tube, is now being pitched to Spicks and Specks, The Chaser guys, Roving enterprises and the networks!

As an actor/writer/producer, I am always making sure I am being creative between acting jobs, which keeps me motivated and my soul fed.

Hey, you can download my unique casting tips free on my website and that puts you on my mailing list for loads of extra info, but if you haven’t downloaded THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR for only $9.95 (over 100 pages) yet, make sure you do now and it will set you up for 2011! You won’t believe what you will get out of it!

I hope you have a great weekend,
Always here to help,
Love Tula

News for Actors!

What Do I Need To Know About General Auditions?

Casting directors sometimes hold general auditions as a way of finding new talent or testing actors they’re not familiar with. A general audition may include a short interview, something like a go-see. However, at a general audition you’ll also be expected to perform a monologue of your choosing. The rules are much the same as preparing and performing a monologue for any occasion, but with some exceptions and emphases specific to on-camera auditions…

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/what-do-i-need-to-know-about-general-auditions/

WORK ALERT!
Fudge It – TV Series in Development

When most little girls were playing with dolls, Fudge was learning pressure points. When most little boys were learning how fast they could ride their pushbikes, Fudge was learning how to pull a 180 degree handbrake turn in a mini minor. And when most girls were obsessing about boys, Fudge was learning how to strangle them-quietly. At 23, Fudge has become one of the best in the assassin business – and she loves what she does. But when the GFC hits, the nature of her work starts to changes and it’s no longer all about the bad guys. As she begins to question her profession and her justification for killing she soon finds herself on the outer with her very well connected, very deadly family. In the midst of her professional and existential crossroads, she must choose what she values most and decide whether to leave a business where the golden parachute comes with a faulty ripcord.

Members can see the full listing at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/production-listings/

MEET…
Ali Roberts (Teacher)

Ali has over 30 years of experience in the industry. She trained both in Australia and London and has worked as an agent, actor and drama teacher. As an actor, Ali has worked on numerous film and television productions, including the ABC mini series The Shark Net, Foreign Exchange, the film Bouncer with John Waters and on the TV series, Wormwood, she plays Squirto’s mother. She has also featured on many TV commercials. Having worked extensively with children, Ali was pre production acting coach and on set dialogue drama coach on shows such as Parallax, Streetsmartz, Wormwood and Storm World. Ali has also been a regular tutor for the PAC Screen Workshops developed by Annie Murtagh-Monks, teaching adult actors, directors and writers.

Members can get contact details at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/contact-lists/

FEATURE INTERVIEW
Making Sense Of Globalism In Media And Entertainment: Frank Howson

A lot of prominent Australian actors and directors have moved overseas and generally only work on big-budget international productions. Do Australian actors and directors need to work overseas to make it?

“I think all actors and directors are creative gypsies by nature and, to me, it seems natural to gravitate to where the best projects are, regardless of what country they’re initiated in. I know of some Australian movie identities who are very happy to shit-can big, bad Hollywood in the Australian press, but almost break the sound barrier scrambling back to Tinsel Town when the phone rings. Seems a little hypocritical to me. I don’t judge the worthiness of a project by where it came from; I judge it by the inherent quality of the words and the ultimate statement it makes about humanity. In a perfect world, I’d love to make movies in my homeland that find an audience all over the world. That would be the ultimate – to tell my stories with my own voice…”

Members can read the full interview at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/interviews/

INSIDER SECRETS
Getting A Good Deal

Join the MEAA, they’re there to look after actors. Martin Fabinyi

I agree. Join the MEAA. Their collective bargaining strategies ensure you get a good deal. Michael Robinson

Yes, just join. Join Equity and follow their lead. Read what they send out and attend the regular forums that they hold for their members. Nathan Morris

Be aware of the kind of budget the production is working with. It’s no use trying to squeeze a great fee out of a short film that’s being made entirely off someone’s credit card and the whole crew are on deferrals. Michael Robinson

Actors shouldn’t try to talk finances to directors, it sours the creative relationship. Martin Fabinyi

A good deal means that the other party is happy, also. When negotiating your contract, don’t make outrageous demands that could lose you the deal and future ones. Martin Fabinyi

Members can read dozens more insider secrets on this topic at: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/insider-secrets/

INDUSTRY NEWS
Big Screen Version Of Arthur Miller’s Award-Winning Play To Shoot In Victoria
The film adaptation of A View From The Bridge will be made in Melbourne this year

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/big-screen-version-of-arthur-miller-s-award-winning-play-to-shoot-in-victoria/

Red Dog Selected For Berlin International Film Festival
Australian film Red Dog will premiere at the 61st Berlin International Film Festival

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/red-dog-selected-for-berlin-international-film-festival/

Flickerfest To Screen In Adelaide
Australia’s largest short film festival is heading to Adelaide for the first time

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/flickerfest-to-screen-in-adelaide/

New Appointments To Screen NSW Board Announced Today
Producers Sue Murray and Darren Dale have been appointed to Screen NSW board

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/new-appointments-to-screen-nsw-board-announced-today/

RGM Media Signs Deal With Fox International Productions
RGM has signed a deal with FIP to create a number of non-English speaking productions

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/rgm-media-signs-deal-with-fox-international-productions/

Production Begins On ABC’s Crownies
Shooting will commence in Sydney on Friday on the new drama series Crownies

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/production-begins-on-abc-s-crownies/

Support For Productions Hit By Queensland Floods
Screen Queensland offers support to Queensland-based productions affected by the floods

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/support-for-productions-hit-by-queensland-floods/

2010 Aussie Box Office Results Are In
Statistics released today show mixed results at the Australian Box Office

To continue reading, go to: http://www.myactingcareer.com.au/2010-aussie-box-office-results-are-in/

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Always here to help,
Tula
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What do you think?

Happy Friday dear Actors,
I hope its been a great week for you. I have been busy generating interest in Touch ups with Tula and working on other projects too.
I would love to hear from you and where you are at right now, so drop me a line,

Always here to help!
Cheers, Tula

www.actorssecretweapon.com

Starting 2011 on the Right Foot!

Hi Y’all and Happy New Year!
I am feeling all fired up for this year, are you?
I have just entered Touch Ups With Tula for the St Kilda Film Festival in Melbourne, joined the Gay Pride March to promote the show and support the Gay Community AND been asked to host the Hottest Hunk Competition for Blush Photography, also interviewing the contestants on film for You Tube!

If you haven’t read THE SECRET OF YOUR SUCCESS AS AN ACTOR yet, I implore you to start the Year on the Right Foot and become the Conscious Creator of Your Dream to be an Actor! It is Your Secret Weapon and over 100 pages for just $9.95!
So go on, Download it now and you will be amazed at what you get out of it!
You can also go to my YOU Tube ch, just type in Tula Tzoras and watch 5 Vital Audition Tips and Touch Ups With Tula!
Always here to help!
Love T

Touch Ups With Tula Interview With John Beland

Touch ups with Tula interview with Kevin Grise

Touch ups with Tula interview with Tottie Goldsmith

Touch ups with Tula, interview with Fiona Scott Norman

Touch ups with Tula, interview with Fiona Scott Norman

Touch ups with Tula, interview with Fiona Scott Norman

Touch ups with Tula interview with Rob Morgan

Touch ups with Tula, now on You Tube!

Check out the nitty gritty with John Beland, Tottie Goldsmith, Kevin Grise, Rob Morgan and Fiona Scott Norman!

Touch ups with Tula, interview with Kevin Grise

Merry Christmas!

Dear One and All,
I wish you a very Merry Christmas and I hope you always have fun, love and joy in your lives. May 2011 bring you all the abundance of the Universe and the Success you Dream of as Actors!
Always here to help,
Tula Tzoras
www.actorssecretweapon.com

Goal Setting for 2011!

My dearest Actors,
The year is fast approaching to an end! Tomorrow evening is the Launch and Screening of Touch ups with Tula, the first time an audience will view our hard work, it is so exciting and nerve wracking!

One of the keys to Success is Goal Setting. If you set some time aside to qualify what you would like to achieve in 2011, you will be setting the wheels in motion! Using Your Secret Weapon, as introduced to you in The Secret of Your Success as an Actor (e-book), you will clearly set your Intentions and put the powers that be to work.

Set yourselves goals you are comfortable with, like getting your headshot done, editing your showreel, finding an agent, doing work for your showreel. If you are already set up, then perhaps you can think about the projects you would like to work on in 2011.

Then all you have to do is go for it!
Wishing you a Merry Christmas wherever you are and a brilliantly successful 2011!
Always here to help,
Tula
www.actorssecretweapon.com

Your Free Chapter from The Secret of Your Success as an Actor!

Life is not a rehearsal; we only get one chance to make it the best we can, or the worst. My name is Tula Tzoras and I am a working Actor, with over twenty years of experience in the Entertainment Industry. If I was given a choice, right now I wouldn’t change a thing, because I am creatively fulfilled and I have never been so empowered, well balanced and respected by my peers . My journey as an Actor has been one of elation and despair, wonder and growth. Hindsight is an amazing thing. My decision to write this book was based on my motivation to share my experience and knowledge, so that you may skip the trial and error and go straight to the top. “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor” is specifically written for aspiring Actors with the ambition to Act because they love the work, not because they want to be stars. This book is written for the Artist in You.

The Aim of  “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor ”, is to sky rocket your success as an Actor experiencing life, by giving you a holistic perspective to Acting using my experiences of being an Actor and Film Maker for many years. This book will empower you by giving you an edge! You will learn how to create the ideal formula for success.

“The Secret of Your Success as an Actor” is a career biography and an infallible guide.  You will gain many insights from my experience, fast tracking your success.  In each situation I describe, I will provide additional options, which will be helpful in your journey.  “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor” will prepare you in ways that traditional training and literature does not.  It will provide you with a healthy blueprint for your life as a whole, in pursuit of your dream to be an Actor. “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor” will show you how to make smart choices and avoid suffering for your art.

 Millions of people want to be rich, be famous and be an actor, a singer, and a dancer.  So many songs are   written about just that and sites specifically created to allow self-promotion fill the Internet.  Look at My Space, the chosen platform for many artists.  Fame is a very attractive, addictive, albeit fickle pursuit for many people. Approximately 5% of Actors become celebrities.  The remainder are called Working Actors.

If you choose to be an Actor, do it because you love the work.

I wrote “ The Secret of Your Success as an Actor”, to share my story as a working actor so that I can empower YOU as you begin your journey. Not a celebrity, but an artist. I hope that all the thousands of young actors entering the market every year receive, a very real perspective on what it truly means to be an actor, a creative artist, in a holistic sense, by reading this book. 

Acting is a Life Choice, not a career to be taken lightly. It is not for the faint hearted. It is food for the soul, a gift bestowing a journey into truth, human nature and behaviour, life lessons, one that stimulates the imagination and takes one from the depths of despair to the heights of elation and back. A career in Acting is a true adventure, taking one out of the mediocre in to an extraordinary way of being.  It is living in the magical world of imagination.

Acting demands persistence, attention to detail, skill, imagination, vulnerability and hardness. The pursuit of truth in acting is a lifelong endeavour and there is nothing more rewarding than ‘nailing’ a character or a scene. To be an actor is to be rich and poor, rejected and accepted, applauded and slammed by reviews.

 Whilst most people will change careers or jobs a handful of times in their life span, actors go through auditions and contracts constantly by the thousands. Competition in this industry is fierce and requires one to be at the top of their game in every aspect of their being. In their craft, their physicality, their energy, their health, their life.

In a lot of ways we are asked to be super human.

Having said that, it is obvious that a sound education at one of the top drama schools like is very important. Support, both financial and emotional, allows one the freedom to pursue chosen creative endeavours. Those elements pave the path to a much easier passage into a career in acting. However, for many people, those aspects are not always within reach. That is where I come in!

Someone who has always been driven by blind ambition and determination wrote “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor”. When I began my journey towards my dream, I didn’t have the information I needed to enter into the industry. I had had ballet and piano lessons as a child and although I always knew I needed to perform, I didn’t have the tools to know how to go about it. I already knew I was a chameleon having attended approximately ten schools and having had to fit in as an outsider every time.

All I knew was ‘Persistence Beats Resistance”. That is how I began my career as an actor.

In the interest of good taste and avoiding being sued I have avoided mentioning names as much as possible in this book.

I hope “The Secret of Your Success as an Actor” gives you an insight into the world of acting and the impact it has on one’s life, unless you empower yourself. If my experiences can assist you in avoiding pitfalls like overdoing things and collapsing from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, for instance rather than soaring to success, I will have reached my goal. That is not to say that I have not gained monumentally in my journey, as an actor and indeed that you do not have your own journey to make.

 I hope you enjoy “ The Secret of Your Success as an Actor”.

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Character Work

My dear Actors hello!

I want to share something with you which is so important in character work. There is one vital element to playing a character and that is to BE the character, not play one in observation.

It is quite a difference to being you playing the character. As you know I have been making a series of comedy segments called Touch ups with Tula. You can join the facebook page and see the episodes! That character is very superficial and glamorous and politically incorrect.

Last week I had to do an audition where I played a character with the onset of Dementia. I really enjoyed being that character absolutely raw, in contrast to my Touch ups character.

I hope that helps you in your work,
Always here to help,
Tula Tzoras

Have you received my Xmas Pressy?

Its a hot muggy day here at Tula central and I am thinking of you all my dear Actors!

Don't forget to Download my Xmas Pressy to you Today! The Secret of Your Success as an Actor for just $9.95, normally $37! Just go to www.actorssecretweapon.com Now!

Its a must Read for your Successful Life as an Actor!

Love Tula

Invitation!

 My dearest Actors,

 

If you are based in Melbourne I would love to meet you! I would like to invite you along to the Launch and Screening of Touch ups with Tula! 

 

Its on December 14 at the Dog's Bar on Acland Street in St Kilda at 7 pm, so come along and join in the craziness and find out how you can create your own work! 

 

Love and Season's Greetings,

Tula Tzoras