The Importance of Demo Reel Production
LSTFI instructor David Salsa sits down with Reelarc to discuss why an actor’s demo reel is so important.
Black Playwrights You Should Know
In honor of Black History Month, LSTFI is celebrating Black artists in theatre. Here are sixteen Black playwrights you should know.
8 Invaluable Resources for LSTFI Students
LSTFI offers more than world-class Method Acting training! Here are eight fantastic resources available to current students.
Six Jobs in the Theatre Industry – Other than Acting
Performing on stage isn’t the only way to work in the theatre industry. Here are six theatre jobs, no acting required!
Five Best Places to Find Acting Auditions
An actor’s job is to audition. Here are five places to search for acting auditions when you’re ready to make your next move.
How to Secure an Acting Agent or Manager
Finding an agent or manager (or both!) is an important and exciting step for emerging actors. But, how do you get one?
How to Deal with Nerves on Stage
Nerves are not the enemy – but how we deal with them can negatively affect our work. Here are 3 tips for handling nerves on stage.
‘Tis The Season (No, Not That One): An Actor’s Guide to Taxes
Tax season can be daunting for those with gig-based income. Here are six acting-related expenses that can be written off your taxes.
5 Things You Can Do for Your Acting Career Right Now
As an actor, it’s easy to question if you’re doing enough to further your career. Here are five tangible steps you can take right now.
Celebrating The Win: An Actor’s Guide to Positivity
An actor’s journey is about more than just bookings and rejections. Learn to celebrate these tiny victories that keep you going.
10 Tips for Making the Perfect Self-Tape Audition
Self-tape auditions are unavoidable in today’s acting industry. Here are 10 tips to help you nail your next at-home audition.
How to Get Into Acting: 5 Steps to Get You Started
If you’re just starting to consider an acting career and are wondering where to begin, we have five steps to help you get started.
Key Things To Look For When Searching for Acting Classes
Whether you’re a high school graduate looking to continue your formal schooling or a professional actors hoping to brush up […]
Five Things to Know Before an Acting Audition
Actors and auditions go together like bread and butter. Love them or hate them, auditions are an integral part of the acting industry.
7 Activities to Keep Your Acting Skills Sharp During COVID
Even while in quarantine, actors cannot afford to lose their edge. Here are seven activities to keep your acting skills sharp during COVID.
The Unexpected Benefits of Online Acting Training
Still on the fence about training online? Hear from LSTFI’s own faculty and students about the benefits of online actor training.
3 Reasons Experienced Actors Should Continue Acting Training
Professionals in all fields invest in ongoing training and refresher courses throughout their careers. Actors are no exception.
Ten Hollywood Films That Will Inspire Acting Students
Here we assemble ten must-watch Hollywood movies, all starring alumni of The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute!
Why Creative Arts Are Beneficial for Veterans in Media and Entertainment
Art therapy has always been a tool that empowers veterans. At LSTFI, we offer programs for veterans attending on the GI Bill.
In-Person vs. Online Acting Classes
There are pros and cons to both online and in-person acting classes. However, given the unique circumstances of today, there are distinct advantages to online learning.
LSTFI’s New Online Writing Class: Playwriting for the Actor
This summer, The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute is offering online playwriting workshops for kids and teens!
Staying Active in Quarantine – How Strasberg’s Faculty Transitioned Into Movement Classes Online
Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute faculty Ron Navarre and Madeline Jaye discuss the transition to online Movement classes – and how actors can stay active at home!
Lainie Kazan Joins the Faculty at The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute
Read all about Method Actor Lainie Kazan’s incredible break into the industry – and the classes she’s teaching at LSTFI!
How to Take Advantage of Lee Strasberg’s Strong Alumni Network
With alumni from more than 140 countries around the world, our students at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute enjoy the bonds of an unusually strong alumni network.