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Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind

Kyle: I’m exploiting the range of movement that a 6ft 9inch dancer can have

Kyle: I’m exploiting the range of movement that a 6ft 9inch dancer can have

Another month has flown by, and the sharp edge of Autumn’s crisp mornings are in full effect. With new artistic ventures on the horizon, the future is looking bright.  Although I have not found any jobs on the education side

Kyle 'Too Tall' Strauts November 18, 2014November 18, 2014 Kyle 'TooTall' Strauts, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Christine: “I don’t think you could carry this character for a full film,” said my mentor.

Christine: “I don’t think you could carry this character for a full film,” said my mentor.

A couple weeks ago I got my new headshots taken. I remember waking up that morning. My first thought was: did I get enough sleep? Sometimes I’ll jump out of bed on an adrenaline high only to realize a few

Christine Bissonnette November 17, 2014November 17, 2014 Christine Bissonnette, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Jaylee: I think it’s really the gravity of our true strength that we are afraid of

Jaylee: I think it’s really the gravity of our true strength that we are afraid of

I want to share a quote that a friend of mine shared with me, from writer Haruki Murakami; which has since reading, been a spectral echo in my ear… “Sometimes fate is like a small sandstorm that keeps changing directions.

Jaylee Hamidi November 10, 2014February 9, 2015 Jaylee Hamidi, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Sam: They want me to be myself onstage, but I can’t do that. I’m afraid of being a fraud.

Sam: They want me to be myself onstage, but I can’t do that. I’m afraid of being a fraud.

The Russians are kicking my ass, and I can’t wrap my head around why. I’m fortunate enough to be studying in Moscow right now. At GITIS. Where acting- or what is now today seen to be the art acting- was

Sam Kamras November 3, 2014February 7, 2015 Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind, Sam Kamras 2 Comments Read more

Matt: During My First Year in England, I Realized I Was Being Pulled Away. I Wanted to Escape.

Matt: During My First Year in England, I Realized I Was Being Pulled Away. I Wanted to Escape.

Almost exactly one year ago I left America for England so I could be an actor. Though in my past rather petulant posts I’ve hinted what I left, I have not been explicit. Yes, a good job, friends, family, stability,

Matt Clark October 31, 2014February 8, 2015 Matt Clark, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind 1 Comment Read more

Sarah: Everyone has their own baggage, but that doesn’t mean you can’t reach out and connect

Sarah: Everyone has their own baggage, but that doesn’t mean you can’t reach out and connect

This past weekend I sat down to watch a film that had been on my radar for the past few months: independent filmmaker Destin Daniel Cretton’s Short Term 12. The screenplay follows a troubled young woman who works as a

Sarah Hager October 27, 2014October 27, 2014 Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Christine: I think I’ve always expected to struggle. I didn’t realize I could shift my mindset so effortlessly

Christine: I think I’ve always expected to struggle. I didn’t realize I could shift my mindset so effortlessly

Over two weeks ago I introduced a new habit into my daily routine. Sometimes it’s the simplest changes/additions that make the biggest difference. I think part of me has always expected big change to be a struggle, so it’s always

Christine Bissonnette October 20, 2014February 7, 2015 Christine Bissonnette, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Kyle: I Am Now Finding a Whole New Sense of Opportunity, Chasing Love

Kyle: I Am Now Finding a Whole New Sense of Opportunity, Chasing Love

This past month has been full of new stimulation.  I have completed my full degree and certification as an educator. Although this may seem like something to be celebrated, it came with a sense of regress. With all of the

Kyle 'Too Tall' Strauts October 17, 2014October 17, 2014 Kyle 'TooTall' Strauts, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Jaylee: Patience can wear thin. Nonetheless, even the a$$holes are interesting…

Jaylee: Patience can wear thin. Nonetheless, even the a$$holes are interesting…

I find people fascinating – as an actor you kind of have to. Granted, I can be pretty bitter at times as I usually see people at their worst; which ironically is where I learn the most about them –

Jaylee Hamidi October 14, 2014October 14, 2014 Jaylee Hamidi, Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind No Comments Read more

Sarah: I know that no one holds me to as absurdly high of a standard as I do to myself

Sarah: I know that no one holds me to as absurdly high of a standard as I do to myself

Perfectionism: The Destroyer of Worlds I’m two weeks into writing my first feature film screenplay. It’s an idea I’ve been developing for five years with a stunning lack of dedication. I’ve spent far more time pitching the idea to people

Sarah Hager October 11, 2014October 11, 2014 Personal Stories and Reflections: Our Mastermind, Sarah Hager 2 Comments Read more
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