Shaan Sharma Studio

You know #JoannaCassidy from her amazing career: #GoldenGlobewinner, Emmy & SAG Award nominations, brilliant performances in amazing shows and films that changed our industry like Blade Runner and Who Framed Roger Rabbit?. You might not know what an advocate she has been and still is for SAG and now SAG-AFTRA and our members, having served in leadership positions since the early 2000s. We sit down and have a beautifully candid discussion about her journey in life, art, and union. She also shares advice for younger women entering the business and her experience within the halls of union leadership with a message all our members should hear. https://podcasts.apple.com//the-storytellers/id1501397710 #storytellersconservatorypodcast #actorpodcast #podcast

When you’ve demonstrated your artistry and professionalism to a certain point people can already picture you doing other things. Establishing your reputation as a reliable professional is crucial. Our podcast guest Stephen Campanelli (Clint Eastwood’s camera operator) said he initially refused job offers and pay while he was learning steady cam...until he felt his ability would build his reputation, not harm it. Reputation matters. If you take a job you’re not ready forword could get around. Make wise choices for the long term, and behave out of professionalism, not desperation. #actorquotes #actingstudio #storytellersconservatory

Sometimes it’s not about that one audition. It’s the longevity that matters to me. Because maybe right now I’m on a series , but maybe that series will eventually end, and that casting director I met 8-10 years ago and I’m auditioning for a series regular on a show they’re doing and they remember me from that time- you just never know- so I’m always like, it’s not about this one audition. It’s about going in and being great every time. - podcast guest #AnjelikaWashington #storytellersconservatory #storytellersconservatorypodcast #actingpodcast

Craft. Business. Union. Self-care. If you don’t know how these crucial elements apply to an actor’s life, keep an eye out for one of Shaan’s upcoming talks! #actorsblueprint #storytellersconservatory #acting

A #JohnRuby teaching moment from 2019... #storytellersconservatory #actingclass #throwbackthursday

Many actors leave everything up to hoping their talent will show up when they need it, which is essentially leaving everything up to luck. Don’t leave it up to luck. Be disciplined and consistent. Be inevitable. #actorquotes #actorhacks #storytellersconservatory