This is the spot for technique questions, mindset challenges, audition prep, or casting process breakdowns. - “How do I memorize faster for last-minute auditions?” - “Is this monologue too overdone?” - “Can I use comedy in a drama reel?” - "Is training necessary?" (Hint: It is!) - "How do I sign with an agent?"

Hey friends you will start to see some changes. Some classrooms with be locked for paid Words In Motion Actors Only. Thank you Kelly Young-Silva/ Words In Motion Acting studio. In the business of acting training makes a difference.

Hello everyone. You are slowly starting to see this page change. We will be moving our paid members Actors into the group and some areas will be for paid members only. We will start running our virtual classes through here. Amanda will still have a few spots that are for her talent.

This community is evolving into Words in Motion Acting Studio, led by Emmy Award-winning acting coach Kelly Young-Silva. You’ll still continue to see valuable industry information and resources here, including content connected to Past the Gate Talent Agency, but this space is about to grow into so much more. Words in Motion Acting Studio will expand this community with acting education, coaching insight, audition guidance, industry tools, creative support, and resources designed to help actors at every level continue growing in their craft and career. Over the next few weeks, you’ll begin seeing updates to the branding, layout, and content as we transition into this next chapter. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this community so far. We’re excited for what’s ahead.

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