So many actors ask, “How do I be more authentic?” The answer is simpler — and harder — than it sounds. Authenticity comes from being porous . Your job as an actor is not to control, impress, or perform — it’s to stay open . Open to what’s happening around you, open to your scene partner, open to the moment as it unfolds. Sanford Meisner famously said that acting is “living truthfully under imaginary circumstances.” That truth doesn’t come from forcing emotion — it comes from

A new year brings a fresh sense of possibility. It’s a natural moment to pause and ask yourself what you want to explore, learn, or become. If you’ve ever felt even the smallest spark of curiosity about acting — whether it’s stepping in front of a camera, building confidence, trying something completely new, or simply finding a space to express yourself — this might be your year. And there’s no better place to begin than with BOPAS . Acting Isn’t Just About Acting Many people

At Bay of Plenty Actors Studio (BOPAS), we believe screen acting is more than learning how to hit your mark or remember your lines. It’s...

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In the acting world, self-taping has dramatically changed how auditions work. Gone are the days when actors had to travel long distances...

Come and be part of an inspiring evening with Tanya Horo , founder of the Bay of Plenty Actors Studio (BOPAS) and a seasoned agent with...

OUR BOPAS KIDS COMMITTEE HAVE CREATED THIS WORKSHOP FOR OTHER KIDS! Improvisation workshops are essential for young actors, they build...

What an amazing workshop today everyone! A big thank you to the wonderful Sandi Cutts and to our amazing students - you did a wonderful...

#1: Engage with the Script Start your line-learning journey by immersing yourself in the script. Take the time to read and analyze it...

Acquiring proficiency in various accents proves to be a valuable skill for actors in the realm of movies and TV shows, significantly...

Visiting Chekov's Technique: At the heart of Chekhov's teachings lies the fundamental belief that actors are, in essence, artists, with...

We get a huge number of self tapes through Bay of Plenty Actors Studio and here's some tips below to create a fantastic self tape!...

In the competitive world of acting, professionalism is the key to catching the eye of agents. To secure representation, actors must exude...

Great news, guys! The Hollywood actors' strike is finally over! After 118 days of being away from the cameras, the actors' union...

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