https://www.spreaker.com/show/random-actsenSociety & CultureCopyright Elissa Wolfhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/0b3e8152fc6b212c31d00160e69e6ea2.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/random-actsFri, 15 Feb 2019 15:26:24 +0000Elissa WolfElissa Wolffeeds@spreaker.comA podcast tackling a smattering of "random" issues and ideas related to actors just entering the field, and occasionally the personal rant. From learning how to create a website, to book reviews, monologue selections, and interviews this podcast...cleanepisodicElissa Wolffeeds@spreaker.comA podcast tackling a smattering of "random" issues and ideas related to actors just entering the field, and occasionally the personal rant. From learning how to create a website, to book reviews, monologue selections, and interviews this podcast covers a variety of acting topics.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-eleven-website-wondehttps://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/actors-website-dos-donts-51668/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/things-every-actor-website-must-8978/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/elements-actors-websites-need-4536/ https://eliwolf007.wixsite.com/elissakwolf]]>Buzzsprout-958026Fri, 15 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode of Random Acts will cover the importance on an actor website. It will also discuss the layout and contents an actor website should include. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/actors-website-dos-donts-51668/...https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/actors-website-dos-donts-51668/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/things-every-actor-website-must-8978/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/elements-actors-websites-need-4536/ https://eliwolf007.wixsite.com/elissakwolf]]>357entertainment,actor,website design,new actor,young actor,beginning actor,website builder,actor websitecleanfullElissa WolfThis episode of Random Acts will cover the importance on an actor website. It will also discuss the layout and contents an actor website should include. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/actors-website-dos-donts-51668/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/things-every-actor-website-must-8978/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/elements-actors-websites-need-4536/ https://eliwolf007.wixsite.com/elissakwolfNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-ten-work-the-networkhttps://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/tips-networking-film-industry-8843/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/network-like-pro-50584/ https://www.stagemilk.com/how-to-network-as-an-actor/]]>Buzzsprout-939837Fri, 01 Feb 2019 05:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday we are going to learn the art of networking. We will focus on places to go and how to make lasting connections. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/tips-networking-film-industry-8843/...https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/tips-networking-film-industry-8843/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/network-like-pro-50584/ https://www.stagemilk.com/how-to-network-as-an-actor/]]>339entertainment,networking,acting,theater,film festivals,new actor,beginning actorcleanfullElissa WolfToday we are going to learn the art of networking. We will focus on places to go and how to make lasting connections. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/tips-networking-film-industry-8843/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/network-like-pro-50584/ https://www.stagemilk.com/how-to-network-as-an-actor/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-nine-cover-letter-cohttps://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/top-mistakes-actors-make-agent-cover-letters-15923/ https://www.amazon.com/How-Star-Right-Where-You-ebook/dp/B015EVCCGY]]>Buzzsprout-924140Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday we will learn how to construct an actor cover letter for both film and theatre. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/top-mistakes-actors-make-agent-cover-letters-15923/ https://www.amazon.com/How-Star-Right-Where-You-ebook/dp/B015EVCCGYhttps://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/top-mistakes-actors-make-agent-cover-letters-15923/ https://www.amazon.com/How-Star-Right-Where-You-ebook/dp/B015EVCCGY]]>414passion,acting,theatre,beginning actor,actor cover lettercleanfullElissa WolfToday we will learn how to construct an actor cover letter for both film and theatre. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/top-mistakes-actors-make-agent-cover-letters-15923/ https://www.amazon.com/How-Star-Right-Where-You-ebook/dp/B015EVCCGYNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-eight-do-the-hustlehttps://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/survival-jobs-3260/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/side-hustle-fuel-acting-suck-energy-3240/]]>Buzzsprout-910031Sun, 06 Jan 2019 03:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode will cover some advice when it comes to deciding on your side hustle. Making money shouldn’t be making you unmotivated. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/survival-jobs-3260/...https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/survival-jobs-3260/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/side-hustle-fuel-acting-suck-energy-3240/]]>311passion,acting,theatre,side hustle,beginning actorcleanfullElissa WolfThis episode will cover some advice when it comes to deciding on your side hustle. Making money shouldn’t be making you unmotivated. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/survival-jobs-3260/ https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/side-hustle-fuel-acting-suck-energy-3240/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-seven-tips-tricks-anBuzzsprout-849169Fri, 02 Nov 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday we are looking at the technology that can help improve our acting careers. We will explore apps and podcasts that can give us an edge.370acting,entertainment industry,acting advice,new actor,acting apps,acting podcasts,actors and technologycleanfullElissa WolfToday we are looking at the technology that can help improve our acting careers. We will explore apps and podcasts that can give us an edge.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-six-random-acts-ranthttps://www.steppenwolf.org/education/school-at-steppenwolf/ https://blackboxacting.com/academy/]]>Buzzsprout-834545Fri, 19 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfJust a rant about my opinion on grad school. https://www.steppenwolf.org/education/school-at-steppenwolf/ https://blackboxacting.com/academy/https://www.steppenwolf.org/education/school-at-steppenwolf/ https://blackboxacting.com/academy/]]>317acting,workshops,grad school,beginning actor,acting studios,advice on actingcleanfullElissa WolfJust a rant about my opinion on grad school. https://www.steppenwolf.org/education/school-at-steppenwolf/ https://blackboxacting.com/academy/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-five-memorization-mehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8k_rNTDjJM]]>Buzzsprout-822317Sat, 06 Oct 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfAn episode covering tips and tricks for line memorization. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8k_rNTDjJMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8k_rNTDjJM]]>5157acting,entertainment industry,memorization,acting advice,beginning actor,acting apps,off bookcleanfullElissa WolfAn episode covering tips and tricks for line memorization. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8k_rNTDjJMNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-four-submission-misshttps://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/how-pitch-yourself-rep-email/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/secret-agent-man/how-submit-yourself-agency/]]>Buzzsprout-809370Fri, 21 Sep 2018 06:27:34 +0000Elissa WolfA sweet and simple episode focusing on the art of submitting yourself to an agency. https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/how-pitch-yourself-rep-email/...https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/how-pitch-yourself-rep-email/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/secret-agent-man/how-submit-yourself-agency/]]>629actor,acting,managers,submitting,submission,agents,talent agenciescleanfullElissa WolfA sweet and simple episode focusing on the art of submitting yourself to an agency. https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/how-pitch-yourself-rep-email/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/secret-agent-man/how-submit-yourself-agency/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-three-self-tapinghttps://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/looking-self-tape-success/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/13-self-tape-mistakes-sabotage-your-chances/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/key-self-submissions-book-work/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/10-tips-winning-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/15-tips-successful-self-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/why-your-reader-can-make-or-break-your-self-tape-auditions/ https://www.ebay.com/itm/Photo-Photography-Umbrella-Lighting-Kit-Studio-Light-Bulb-Muslin-Backdrop-Stand/371961718609]]>Buzzsprout-796297Fri, 07 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday’s episode will cover the ins and outs of self-taping from image to editing I’ve go you covered. https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/looking-self-tape-success/...https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/looking-self-tape-success/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/13-self-tape-mistakes-sabotage-your-chances/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/key-self-submissions-book-work/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/10-tips-winning-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/15-tips-successful-self-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/why-your-reader-can-make-or-break-your-self-tape-auditions/ https://www.ebay.com/itm/Photo-Photography-Umbrella-Lighting-Kit-Studio-Light-Bulb-Muslin-Backdrop-Stand/371961718609]]>692sound,acting,entertainment industry,editing,lighting,acting advice,beginning actor,self-tapingcleanfullElissa WolfToday’s episode will cover the ins and outs of self-taping from image to editing I’ve go you covered. https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/looking-self-tape-success/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/13-self-tape-mistakes-sabotage-your-chances/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/key-self-submissions-book-work/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/10-tips-winning-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/15-tips-successful-self-taped-audition/ https://www.backstage.com/advice-for-actors/backstage-experts/why-your-reader-can-make-or-break-your-self-tape-auditions/ https://www.ebay.com/itm/Photo-Photography-Umbrella-Lighting-Kit-Studio-Light-Bulb-Muslin-Backdrop-Stand/371961718609Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-two-secret-agents-anhttp://secretsofatalentmanager.blogspot.com/2012/03/real-differenced-between-talent-agent.html https://www.wawentertainment.com/whatamanagerdoes]]>Buzzsprout-784427Fri, 24 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday’s episode will cover the in’s and out’s of what agents and mangers do. http://secretsofatalentmanager.blogspot.com/2012/03/real-differenced-between-talent-agent.html https://www.wawentertainment.com/whatamanagerdoeshttp://secretsofatalentmanager.blogspot.com/2012/03/real-differenced-between-talent-agent.html https://www.wawentertainment.com/whatamanagerdoes]]>502acting,entertainment industry,managers,agents,acting advice,beginning actorcleanfullElissa WolfToday’s episode will cover the in’s and out’s of what agents and mangers do. http://secretsofatalentmanager.blogspot.com/2012/03/real-differenced-between-talent-agent.html https://www.wawentertainment.com/whatamanagerdoesNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-one-and-we-are-backhttps://www.secretsofahollywoodtalentmanager.com/]]>Buzzsprout-771748Fri, 10 Aug 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfIn this episode you will get caught up on what the host has been up to over the summer, as well learn when the best time to get an agent is. https://www.secretsofahollywoodtalentmanager.com/https://www.secretsofahollywoodtalentmanager.com/]]>486acting,entertainment industry,acting advice,beginning actorcleanfullElissa WolfIn this episode you will get caught up on what the host has been up to over the summer, as well learn when the best time to get an agent is. https://www.secretsofahollywoodtalentmanager.com/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-six-rant-one_1Buzzsprout-731485Mon, 25 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfA fun story that discusses the importance of doing what you love.411cleanfullElissa WolfA fun story that discusses the importance of doing what you love.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-nine-self-care-and-m_1Buzzsprout-736001Mon, 25 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfToday’s episode will look at self care geared specifically towards those who are actors or work in the creative field. Topics mentioned are ways to self reflect, productive ways to get those creative juices flowing again, as well as, meditation.223cleanfullElissa WolfToday’s episode will look at self care geared specifically towards those who are actors or work in the creative field. Topics mentioned are ways to self reflect, productive ways to get those creative juices flowing again, as well as, meditation.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-four-acting-methods_1Buzzsprout-731475Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode will discuss acting methods, as a foundation of crafting and understanding characters. Specifically, looking into GOTE, Meisner, and the Suzuki method.615cleanfullElissa WolfThis episode will discuss acting methods, as a foundation of crafting and understanding characters. Specifically, looking into GOTE, Meisner, and the Suzuki method.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-five-whats-the-deal-_1Buzzsprout-731477Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode is going to take a look at the basics of creating a demo reel.233cleanfullElissa WolfThis episode is going to take a look at the basics of creating a demo reel.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-eight-special-skills_1Buzzsprout-731493Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode focuses on the importance of the special skills section on the resume. We will specifically look at what actually counts as a skill, as well as skills all actors should have.458cleanfullElissa WolfThis episode focuses on the importance of the special skills section on the resume. We will specifically look at what actually counts as a skill, as well as skills all actors should have.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-seven-head-shot-help_1Buzzsprout-731490Wed, 20 Jun 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfIn this episode I interview Lisa Dawn, owner of Emergence-See Photography. We discuss elements and qualities to create headshots that capture your type and personality.819cleanfullElissa WolfIn this episode I interview Lisa Dawn, owner of Emergence-See Photography. We discuss elements and qualities to create headshots that capture your type and personality.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/episode-twelve-tour-talkBuzzsprout-701358Fri, 11 May 2018 07:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfIn this Episode I discuss my time touring around the West and Mid-west of the United States. I also answer questions and give advice about what it is like to tour.671acting,touring,young actors,beginning actors,actor advicecleanfullElissa WolfIn this Episode I discuss my time touring around the West and Mid-west of the United States. I also answer questions and give advice about what it is like to tour.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/episode-eleven-flip-the-scriptBuzzsprout-685367Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:55:57 +0000Elissa WolfToday we flip the script. In this episode I get interviewed by my friend Maya. I am asked a smattering of questions pertaining to theatre and my inspiration.1377interview,inspiration,acting,theatre,young actors,beginning actingcleanfullElissa WolfToday we flip the script. In this episode I get interviewed by my friend Maya. I am asked a smattering of questions pertaining to theatre and my inspiration.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/episode-three-audition-adviceBuzzsprout-685370Fri, 20 Apr 2018 04:55:57 +0000Elissa WolfThe topic of this episode centers around auditions. We are going to go on an audition journey from hunting down and finding auditions to preparation, and then the audition itself.588cleanfullElissa WolfThe topic of this episode centers around auditions. We are going to go on an audition journey from hunting down and finding auditions to preparation, and then the audition itself.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-two-where-to-start_1https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/random-acts/id1332404805?mt=2 https://play.google.com/music/m/Ijjgijzbhqyeuafzf62x6bdvgv4?t=Random_Acts]]>Buzzsprout-681253Fri, 13 Apr 2018 04:55:54 +0000Elissa WolfIn this episode we will review and expand on ideas in the Backstage article “How to Become an Actor in the U.K.” by Sophie Kingston-Smith. We will also discuss where to start in order to be more accessible and mention useful tools to help get your...https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/random-acts/id1332404805?mt=2 https://play.google.com/music/m/Ijjgijzbhqyeuafzf62x6bdvgv4?t=Random_Acts]]>579acting advice,where do i startcleanfullElissa WolfIn this episode we will review and expand on ideas in the Backstage article “How to Become an Actor in the U.K.” by Sophie Kingston-Smith. We will also discuss where to start in order to be more accessible and mention useful tools to help get your career off the ground. Links: https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/random-acts/id1332404805?mt=2 https://play.google.com/music/m/Ijjgijzbhqyeuafzf62x6bdvgv4?t=Random_ActsNohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-five-whats-the-deal-Buzzsprout-635732Fri, 02 Feb 2018 08:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfA short episode taking a look at the basics of creating a demo reel.233film,demo reel,video reel,acting reelcleanfullElissa WolfA short episode taking a look at the basics of creating a demo reel.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-four-acting-methodsBuzzsprout-631433Fri, 26 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThis episode will discuss acting methods, as a foundation of crafting and understanding characters. Specifically, looking into GOTE, Meisner, and the Suzuki method.615suzuki,meisner,gote,acting methods,character foundationcleanfullElissa WolfThis episode will discuss acting methods, as a foundation of crafting and understanding characters. Specifically, looking into GOTE, Meisner, and the Suzuki method.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-three-audition-advicBuzzsprout-627423Fri, 19 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThe topic of this episode centers around auditions. We are going to go on an audition journey from hunting down and finding auditions to preparation, and then the audition itself.588audition advice,audition preparation,monologue advice,cold readings,searching for auditionscleanfullElissa WolfThe topic of this episode centers around auditions. We are going to go on an audition journey from hunting down and finding auditions to preparation, and then the audition itself.Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-two-where-to-starthttps://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/]]>Buzzsprout-623709Fri, 12 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfIn this episode we will review and expand on ideas in the Backstage article “How to Become an Actor in the U.K.” by Sophie Kingston-Smith. We will also discuss where to start in order to be more accessible and mention useful tools to help get your...https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/]]>579acting,where to start,beginning actors,acting advicecleanfullElissa WolfIn this episode we will review and expand on ideas in the Backstage article “How to Become an Actor in the U.K.” by Sophie Kingston-Smith. We will also discuss where to start in order to be more accessible and mention useful tools to help get your career off the ground. https://www.backstage.com/backstage-guides/how-become-actor-uk/Nohttps://www.spreaker.com/user/10515212/random-acts-episode-one-hello-and-welcomhttps://www.facebook.com/ElissaKWolf/ for updates and information about Random Acts. Cheers!]]>Buzzsprout-620120Sat, 06 Jan 2018 08:00:00 +0000Elissa WolfThe very first episode of Random Acts. This is the "Welcome" episode. Its a short one to give you a taste of what podcast is all about, why I decided to create it, and what I'm hoping to accomplish. Check out https://www.facebook.com/ElissaKWolf/ for...https://www.facebook.com/ElissaKWolf/ for updates and information about Random Acts. Cheers!]]>365welcome,episode one,new actor,acting careercleanfullElissa WolfThe very first episode of Random Acts. This is the "Welcome" episode. Its a short one to give you a taste of what podcast is all about, why I decided to create it, and what I'm hoping to accomplish. Check out https://www.facebook.com/ElissaKWolf/ for updates and information about Random Acts. Cheers!No