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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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EP 89: John Stevens: Acting Coach
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This episode of Second Act Actors features a hard hitting story told with joy and emotion by acting coach John Stevens. John shares details of his father’s death and how he worked through his trauma by discovering acting and performance, via a stint as a clown’s apprentice! Join us for this interesting, emotional conversation that’s packed with insights into John’s incredible life story and his approach to coaching.
John tells me about his early career in musical theatre and how he transitioned into acting coaching. He shares his thoughts on the roles of an acting coach and how he’s trying to change the game by building up a supportive community around actors. You’ll also hear John recount stories from his private coaching sessions with actors, including a memorable encounter with a student and an X-rated script. Towards the end of the episode, he gives advice to Second Act Actors about how they can work on their skills and develop their own performance.
This episode of the Second Act Actors podcast is not to be missed! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast and leave a rating and review to help other aspiring actors to find it.
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