Author Archives: Allen Barton
When Milton and I reworked the Acting Class book in 2008, we flirted with the idea of moving “Who’s The Author?” to the top of his famous Actors’ Checklist for Takeoff. The reason for this contemplation? The proper understanding of … Continue reading
There’s a fabulous documentary on the topic of making Steinway pianos - Note by Note: The Making of Steinway L1037. It follows the creation of a single nine-foot concert Steinway at the company’s U.S. factory in Queens, New York. To see the … Continue reading
A little over a year ago, I was asked to write an essay about “Being Personal,” for a book that was to be a collection of essays on the topic from people in all walks of life. The book appears … Continue reading
They just don’t. There is the job you do, and then there are your feelings about your job – and only the former is of any consequence or import. Now as an actor your job has to do with manipulating … Continue reading
Part of the Big Frustration with pursuing an acting career I think comes from the seeming zero relationship between competence and employment. My opinion is that certainly in the short run (under 5 years chasing acting professionally), it can appear … Continue reading