Nancy has posted a transcript of a casting symposium she lead in Scotland. A group of international casting directors and agents (Maureen Duff, John Hubbard, Maryam Hunwick, Priscilla John, and Derek Power) took part as the panel. They covered topics such as:
- Why are Scotish actors so good and prominent on the international scene,
- the casting director’s relationship with the actor,
- how actors can be more proactive in getting work and getting noticed by an agent,
- what if you have a UK agent and want to work internationally,
- how to get in to see a casting director,
- getting an O1 visa (for actors looking to work in America),
- what to do about travelling for an audition in a different city
- Plus questions from the audience.
There are photos from the symposium on Nancy’s site.
July 25th, 2008
Here we are again!
Another chance for all of you writers who want to see your name in lights!
The third annual Prague Post Playwriting Contest is kicking off……
So get writing!
Here’s what we’re looking for:
- Original stage plays, never produced in Prague.
- Approximate run time of 30 minutes.
- Submitted in English. (And, yes, it can be a translation!)
- You may resubmit entries from past contests.
- Playwrights who are current or former residents of the Czech Republic (we will ask for references).
- Entry fee is 100 Kc.
Here’s what you might win:
- The top prize is 20 000 Kc (based on the written script submitted).
- Audience prize for the best production resulting from the contest.
- Special prize for the best play written by a non-native English speaker.
- Top three finalists receive a full production at Divadlo Minor.
- Finalists will be given the opportunity to work with experienced playwrights on polishing their piece.
Go to www.praguepost.com/playcontest for details. All deadlines and dates will be presented soon (the deadline for entries will be in the Fall) Questions? E-mail: playcontest@praguepost.com.
July 21st, 2008