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Just wrapped up week three of improv classes at Second City Chicago! 🎭 It's a long haul from Kentucky, but the improv comedy and improv exercises are always worth it. I'm really seeing some personal growth and improved communication skills through these sessions. Definitely picking up some great improv tips along the way!

Ever wonder what it truly means to be truthful in acting? This video explores the art of acting beyond just memorizing lines or showing emotion, focusing on how to improve acting skills by embracing authenticity. We dive into an actor's mindset that centers on living authentically, questioning what it means to embody courage and truth on stage. 🎭https://stan.store/gioaxibalWhat if most actors aren’t actually *living truthfully* they’re just performing emotion?In this episode of Actor’s Notes, we break down the Meisner Technique and why so many performances feel forced instead of alive. This isn’t about memorizing lines or “trying harder.” It’s about truthful acting, emotional authenticity, and learning how to respond instead of pretend.We explore:• What Sanford Meisner actually meant by “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances”Why over-acting kills believability on screen• The difference between performing emotion vs experiencing it• How actors can build real character depthWhether you're an actor, acting student, or just someone curious about performance psychology, this breakdown will change how you watch movies and how you approach your craft.If you're serious about acting techniques, character development, and becoming more authentic on camera, this is for you.Subscribe for more Actor’s Notes episodes where we explore world-class acting techniques and break them down simply.Ever wonder what it truly means to be truthful in the "art of acting"? This video dives deep into the essence of performance, questioning if memorizing lines or raw emotion truly captures the "character depth". We explore an acting teacher's philosophy that redefines what it means to be real on stage, suggesting that "acting class" should focus on "living authentically". It's all about cultivating the right "actor's mindset" to bring genuine performances to life. 🎭

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This episode of Actor’s Notes is a reflection on beginning my improv journey at Second City.

I talk about what it actually feels like to walk into that classroom, the nerves, the ego, the excitement, and the humility of starting something new. There’s a difference between wanting to grow and actually putting yourself in rooms that force you to.

Improv isn’t just about being funny. It’s about presence. Listening. Vulnerability. Trust. Letting go of control.

This episode is me documenting the process in real time, not as someone who has mastered anything, but as someone willing to be a student again.

If you’re in a season of starting, evolving, or stepping into something uncomfortable, this one is for you.

Welcome to Actor’s Notes.