Kathryn Erbe
Tony Award Nominee and Star of Law and Order: Criminal Intent
Book Recommendations:
Recommended by Kathryn Erbe
“This book is about so much more than acting. It’s filled with straight, insightful knowledge about how to live as an artist of integrity and substance. Craig doesn’t pull any punches and thank goodness. I wish I had gotten this kind of brutally honest and comprehensive advice when I was starting out. He saves you (hopefully) from learning the hard way! He covers IT ALL!” (from Amazon)
Craig Archibald(you?)
Craig Archibald(you?)
The Actor's Mindset:Acting as a Craft, Discipline, and Businessuniquely prepares actors to live a full, successful life as a performing artist. While most acting books focus on either the art or the business of entertainment, Archibald looks at the entire picture of what it means to be an actor, focusing on the foundations of both the artist and the entrepreneur to guarantee a complete and fully functioning approach to a career. The Actor's Mindset is divided into three distinct parts: "The Craft," "The Discipline," and "The Business." Archibald's unique experience as both an actor and a coach gives him an unparalleled perspective on the current industry landscape. While classic method texts still circulate, and there are actors who have written books that address craft, none have Archibald's depth of knowledge and experience in coaching, nor approach the art from a professional standpoint instead of solely an instructional one. The success of Craig's approach is exemplified by the success of his clients, a roster that includes Constance Wu, John Slattery, and two-time Academy Award Nominee Dan Futterman.