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Showcase Saturday – Behkish N.

“When it was my turn to introduce myself and act a bit, I was really nervous. But after I was done with my part, I loved it. I felt like a new part of me was born.”

 

Welcome back to Showcase Saturday here at MAX Agency —  a successful Toronto talent agency representing men, women and children.

This week we’ll be showcasing an intelligent and unique individual on our roster: 

Behkish N!

An introduction to Behkish:

“My name is Behkish. Im originally Persian and moved to Canada 7 years ago to build my dreams and reach my goals.

Im studying computer engineering at University of Waterloo and will graduate by end of April. My next plan is to continue my education to get a master’s degree.

Meanwhile, Im working on my own startup technology company and hopefully you will hear more about it soon.”

Check out past weeks Showcase Saturday articles!

How did you get into modelling/acting?

“As an engineering student, I did not have a lot of time to socialize and as an extroverted person, it was bothering me.

I also wanted to challenge myself and start something that I always wanted but was too shy to do and thats how I got more serious about acting and modelling.

I remember a friend of mine wanted to start freelance photography and asked me to be his model and after doing that I loved it!!

Thats how I started to search for agencies and heard about MAX Agency.

So far, I love my experience. I got to meet a lot of great artists and get involved with a lot of new communities.“

How has your experience been with MAX?

“So far, I have had a great experience with MAX. I love the fact that they are honest and put effort to find the right auditions for me.

One of my memorable moments was the first day of the MAX Agency acting classes. I was really nervous and did not know what I should expect.

When it was my turn to introduce myself and act a bit, I was really nervous but after I was done with my part, I loved it. I felt like a new part of me was born.”

Check out the auditions Behkish has had here!

What do you like to do in your spare time? 

“In my spare time, I like to write short stories, read about different subjects and hang out with my friends and family.

I also enjoy modeling for freelance photographers since I get to meet great people and share many ideas.“

What is your dream role?

“My dream role is actually to play myself in a movie about me.

But, beside that I like to play as a computer hacker because that is very similar to what I study at school.”

Follow Behkish on Instagram here!

Best advice for someone looking to get into the industry?

“The best advice is to be yourself and do what you dream for and makes you happy. Dont listen to others and do what your heart tells you.”

Final thoughts:

“I like to add 3 quotes that motivate me a lot:

1. Be your own hero

2. Everything will be okay in the end. If its not okay, its not the end.

3. If you dont build your dream someone will hire you to help build theirs.”

 

MAX is honoured to have someone as passionate and hardworking as Behkish on our roster!

If youve been inspired by Behkish to follow your dreams, apply to join our roster now!

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Differences Between Acting for the Screen vs Theatre

Wondering what the subtle differences are between acting for the stage versus the screen? Keep reading!

 

While there are many skills needed to perform for the screen and the theatre which are the same, there remain a few differences as well. MAX Agency primarily represents talent for screen acting projects however, many of our actors are equipped for both. Today we will be discussing the different techniques and requirements for each type of acting!

 

Audience –> Facial Expressions and Body Language

 

One of the biggest differences between stage and screen acting is the placement of the audience which essentially dictates everything else. For theatre, the stage tends to be far away from the audience, therefore the actors have be louder and more expressive. They have to ensure that even the people in the furthest row back are able to understand whats happening on stage. This is best done through how you deliver lines and your body movements as the majority of the audience wont be able to see your face that well.

On screen, the actors are being filmed by cameras which are only a few feet from them or sometimes closer. This causes their performances to be a lot more subtle and natural. Along with all of the editing, background music and other effects, it is best for these actors not to overreact like theatre actors as there is already so much going on. Facial expressions also are a lot more important when doing a scene on screen as its the main focus of the audience.

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Material –> What the audience expects from you

 

Another big difference between the two types of acting is the material youre working with. In theatre, the material is quite repetitive as its the same script being performed every show. In addition, the more popular shows performers are expected to act a certain way when they are playing iconic roles. There is no going off the script here, in fact it is frowned upon.

On the other hand, scripts for TV or film are constantly changing, even during the filming process. In this case, audiences are always expecting something new from the show and performers so there is more freedom. The actors are encouraged to try different things in each take to see what works best and sometimes even improvise. 

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Process and Preparation

 

This has been hinted at previously, but the preparation needed for theatre actors versus screen actors is also quite different. Stage actors require many hours of preparation before the run of the show begins. Hours of rehearsals to memorize the entirety of their lines, cues, choreography, etc. There are no second takes once they start performing; they can not make any mistakes!

TV and film actors have the ability to make mistakes if they need to because they can simply redo the take. These actors still have preparation to do but on a much smaller scale. A larger challenge these actors have to face is often needing to record scenes out of order so keeping track of the story and your character is more of a challenge.

In the end, both types of acting require immense skill and hard work in different ways. Let us know which type of actor you are?

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MAX Agency is a successful Toronto talent agency representing men, women and children. MAX Agency is involved in providing actors, models and entertainers for the film, television, fashion and advertising industries.

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Tip Tuesday: Utilize Your Space During Auditions

#TipTuesday is a series MAX Agency — one of the top Toronto talent agencies  — does every week where we share helpful tips for the industry. This could be tips on auditions, bookings, beauty, fashion and more!

This week’s tip is: Master Your Space During Auditions!

When you enter the audition room, take your space into consideration. Stand a reasonable distance away from the casting director, usually around 4-12 feet. You want to be close enough so the other people in the room can hear you and see your whole body. 

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You also want to fill the space youre given. Stand up straight with your head held high. Good posture and personality will really allow you to fill the empty space with your presence. If physically moving your body is appropriate for the scene, go for it. However, moving around too much will be a distraction from your performance so keep it minimal.

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MAX Agency is a successful Toronto talent agency representing men, women and children. MAX Agency is involved in providing actors, models and entertainers for the film, television, fashion and advertising industries.

For more weekly tips, follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter! Never miss a moment with MAX Agency!

If you want to join our roster, apply here! 

To see our awesome talent check out our roster!

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