Brian Timoneys World Of Acting

Taking a look at the topic of reinventing yourself as an actor, with a candid look at the whys and hows of transforming yourself – both physically and mentally – to clinch new roles and steer your career down a brand-new path. 8 things you will learn about: • Reinventing yourself: When, why and how • The tricky transition from musical theatre to TV and Film • The role of a clear vision: ‘This is where I want to go.’ • The physical side: Hitting the gym and lifestyle • Why you should learn a new discipline every year • The importance of having a good agent • Finding your niche – Versus waiting for the phone to ring • “Spoon-feeding” the casting director to clinch that role

Risk-taking in the acting industry, with tips and guidance based on Brian’s and Rob’s own personal experiences – from how taking risks can make you stand out, to the importance of not taking it too far, and why it is not always the best actor who gets the role. 8 things you will learn about: • The importance of doing things differently • Acting greats and risk-taking: The role of subtlety • The fine line between taking a risk and going too far • Your inner essence: Showing them you’re right for the role • How to use Carl Jung’s archetypes in acting • The difference between the best and the right actor • The importance honing your risk-taking radar • Nailing the audition: Bravery and self-assurance

Tips and guidance on how to make it in this unique area of the acting industry – from the challenges they offer, to the special skills required, through to why soaps are such a valuable source of work and a serious seal of approval on your CV 7 things you will learn about: • Why working on a soap is great for your CV • Coping with the pace: High-pressure environment • Getting it right – in just one take • Honing your short-term memory: Lines, lines, lines • The importance of timekeeping: The unwritten rules • Getting the job done: Why there’s no room for divas • The role of “serious fun”

Delving into the unique approach and methods of one of the world’s greatest actors, with anecdotes and insights about Marlon Brando’s inimitable specialness and aura – and how you can learn from this acting genius. 7 things you will learn about: • Learning from the best: Brando’s unique approach • Standing out: Unusual choices, doing things differently • Pros and cons of conditioning: ‘Getting out of your way’ • Developing your unique specialness: Aura and magic • The importance of keeping true to you • The role of courage: Not caving in to peer pressure • The psychology behind acting

Delving into some of those moments when you wish the ground would open up and swallow you – with tips, guidance (and lots of laughs!) based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal mishaps – from coping with fluffing your lines, to helping out fellow actors, through to turning a bad situation into a positive one 8 things you will learn about: • How to cope with fluffing those lines: Sending up an “acting flare” • Being professional: Helping fellow actors in trouble • Getting back on track: ‘Where am I right now?’ • Turning a negative into a positive: Redirecting your energy • Watch those props: Some dos and don’ts • Mishaps and mayhem – All part and parcel of acting • What not to put on your CV • Why your “worst acting moments” are not such a bad thing

The importance of training in the acting industry – from identifying what type of actor you want to be, to making sure you get the right training, and avoiding the pitfalls and con artists. 8 things you will learn about: • The importance of developing your craft • Why it doesn’t stop after acting school: ongoing training • The right school – avoid the con artists • Identifying the type of actor you want to be • Finding the right training for you • Method Acting versus other approaches • Avoiding ego issues • CV credits: appealing to casting directors

The all-important issue of getting an agent, with tips and guidance based on their own experiences – from the best ways to contact agents, to which ones to target, and how to be creative to make sure you stand out from the crowd 8 things you will learn about: • First things first: The importance of training • Targeting the right agents • Tactics: How many letters, how often? • Putting yourself in the agent’s shoes • Standing out from the crowd – marketing and creativity • Showcasing your work – delivering what the agent wants • Handling the interview – being yourself • So, you’ve got an agent – what now?

The subject of typecasting, with tips and advice based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences, and anecdotes about some well-known actors that may well have you changing your views about getting typecast 8 things you will learn about: • Typecasting – good or bad? • How typecasting can be a foot in the door • “Categorising” at auditions – those first 5 seconds • The importance of establishing your “type” • A sure-fire method to discover your “type” • Why you shouldn’t turn your nose up at typecasting • Headshots: projecting the real you • The importance of CV credits

Tips and guidance on the technical aspect of acting – from learning the terminology and handling props, to coping with filming equipment – right through to the final editing process. 7 things you will learn about: • Acting industry terminology • On set: being aware of the technical stuff • Working with props – the value of practice • Hitting the mark – how to get it right • The role of timing: ‘Action’, ‘Camera’ & ‘Cut’ • The editing process: Helping it along • Reaction shots – getting it right

The current trend for self-taped auditions, giving tips and guidance on shooting your audition tape – what to include, where to get it done and achieving the right balance between quality versus over-perfected acting. 7 things you will learn about: • Self-taped auditions: advantages and disadvantages • How to shoot your self-taped audition • Self-made versus professionally shot • What to include in your tape • The right balance: quality acting versus over-perfected acting • The importance of having the right reader • The ‘ident’ – getting it right

The issue of the relevance of youth, image and looks in the acting industry, with insights based on Brian’s and Rob’s own personal experiences: just how important are youth and beauty in clinching that role? 8 things you will learn about: The role of youth & beauty in the acting industry What the acting industry is looking for beyond looks The importance of developing personality & charisma Relying on looks to get you through – does it work? Real-life actors: the ordinary & the oddballs The importance of training & experience Authenticity: your “natural strangeness” Playing up your unique features: ticks & twitches

Today’s culture of “fast-track” delusion – the idea of people being plucked from obscurity and handed fame and fortune on a plate. Tips and guidance on reality shows, the importance of training, and what it really takes to make it in the acting industry 8 things you will learn about: The “fast-track” delusion: being picked from obscurity Fame and fortune: a by-product, not the reason Why it’s all about the process, not the end result The right intention: Why do you want to act? The importance of loving what you do – and doing it well The role of hard work: skill and ongoing training Confidence issues: Facing the fear and doing it anyway The protocols of acting – the “unwritten rules”

The dos and don’ts of auditioning based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences – from preparing beforehand, to audition techniques, through to coping afterwards 8 things you will learn about: Preparing for the audition The importance of arriving on time Avoiding stress Attitude and respect Focus: avoiding distractions What to wear What to do in the audition room Coping after the audition

Tips and guidance on starting that first acting role based on Brian’s and Rob’s personal experiences – from getting the job, to that first rehearsal, through to the final performance. 7 things you will learn about: Developing your character The importance of an open mind Taking risks & trying stuff out The role of geography & circumstances Being creative: different ways of doing a character/scene Bringing your uniqueness to the role Spontaneity, keeping it fresh