In an age where the art of acting is on life support, In the Moment cuts through the façades and the fads bringing depth and freshness back to the art of acting one impactful episode at a time.
This podcast puts you inside the mind of the actor to help other actors feel less alone and to educate actors and non-actors alike about the artistic process and expression of acting.Terry Martin served 17 seasons as Producing Artistic Director of the award-winning WaterTower Theatre in Addison, Texas, where he directed or oversaw more than 150 productions. Under his leadership, WTT grew from a small local theatre company to one of the leading regional theatres in Texas. Before moving to Dallas from NYC, in 1992, he worked in theatre, television, and film both as an actor and director. He directed and acted at The Village Theatre Company, Carnegie Hall Studios, and Theatre at St. Marks, as well as television appearances on ABC's One Life to Live and NBC's To Serve and Protect and in the feature film Tin Men.He trained professionally with Sanford Meisner, Fred Kareman, Wynn Handman, Bill Esper, Sally Johnson, and Lehmann Byck. Prior to his move to Dallas, Terry started his own studio in 1990, and he has continued to teach ongoing professional acting classes and workshops in the Sanford Meisner Technique. He holds a BA from the University of Alabama and presently serves as the Head of Fine Arts at Greenhill School in Addison, Texas.His most recent acting performance on screen is in Wayward Kin (2025) where he plays Judge Burgess and on stage as Big Daddy in Cat On A Hot Tin Roof for The Classical Theatre Project (2022) and in The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey at Uptown Players Gay History Month Festival (2018). In addition, he appeared on stage at the Dallas Theater Center in Next Fall (2012) and WTT in All My Sons (2015) and Our Town (2010). In 2008, Terry won a Dallas Fort Worth Theatre Critics' Forum Award as Best Actor for the play Blackbird. His other WTT acting credits include The Woman in Black, Dinner with Friends, The Guys, Bash: Latter-day Plays, and The Only Thing Worse You Could Have Told Me… (1998 Leon Rabin Award – Actor in a Play, 1998 Dallas Theater Critics Forum Award). FIND TERRY ONLINE: https://www.terrymartinact.net/Subscribe for more!FOLLOW ANYTOWNTikTok Instagram WEBSITE: https://www.anytownactorslab.com
This podcast puts you inside the mind of the actor to help other actors feel less alone and to educate actors and non-actors alike about the artistic process and expression of acting. Adam Hagenbuch is an actor and producer, known for The Perks of Being a Wallflower (2012), Fuller House (2016), and Switched at Birth (2011). He joins In The Moment to discuss his journey into acting, the challenges of finding truth in performance, and the profound balance between creativity and vulnerability that shapes his craft. FIND ADAM ONLINE IMDb Instagram ANYTOWN ACTORLAB ACTING COURSE ANYTOWN STORE FOLLOW ANYTOWN TikTok Instagram Website
This podcast puts you inside the mind of the actor to help other actors feel less alone and to educate actors and non-actors alike about the artistic process and expression of acting. Frederick J. Todd shares his journey into acting, from childhood aspirations and creative influences to overcoming obstacles in college and his eventual move to Dallas. The conversation dives deep into his decision to pursue acting, the lessons he's learned, and how embracing change has shaped his personal and professional growth. FIND FREDERICK ONLINE IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14082709/ Actors Access: https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/FrederickJTodd TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@frederickjtodd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/frederickjtodd/ Subscribe for more! ACTING COURSE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab/p/become-the-best-actor-you-can-be ANYTOWN STORE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab FOLLOW ANYTOWN: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anytownactorslab?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anytownactorslab/ WEBSITE: https://www.anytownactorslab.com #acting #actingtips #actor #actress #actingclass #actors #film #theatre #tv #television #podcast
Ashton Lewis, an actor, writer, and multi-talented artist, joins the podcast to share his experiences overcoming fear as an actor, pursuing growth, and finding balance between hiding behind the mask and expressing himself in his work. Ashton's Website: https://www.ashtonlewisactor.com/ Ashton's IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm6452539/ Subscribe for more! ACTING COURSE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab/p/become-the-best-actor-you-can-be ANYTOWN STORE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab FOLLOW ANYTOWN: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anytownactorslab?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anytownactorslab/ WEBSITE: https://www.anytownactorslab.com
David Joseph Volino, the first guest of the In the Moment podcast, shares his testimony with the audience through his acting journey providing years of wisdom for actors young and old and gives the audience timeless reminders for artistry, hope, and life. In addition to acting for over a decade, David also writes and produces independent films which you can view below: "I'll Meet You There" written and starring David "The Rose Garden" written and starring David Follow David on Instagram Hear more of David on his podcast Subscribe for more! ACTING COURSE ANYTOWN STORE ANYTOWN TikTok ANYTOWN Instagram ANYTOWN WEBSITE
The stage is set for an endless competition within the entertainment industry. How does one maintain a focus on artistry and not get caught up in the game of wins and losses? Adam expounds on what has helped him to hopefully help you find that balance between integrity and excellence.
The allure of acting has trapped many in the cycle of seeking validation only to be handed constant rejection. So what can actors do that's in their control to combat the temptation of self-absorption and instead live a life of service? This episode explores Adam's growth in seeing acting as a service.
What's my motivation? This question, most often related to the art of acting, can expose each of us and lay bare our most immediate vulnerabilities. Listen as Adam shares his personal discoveries along his arduous acting journey.
How does this recent advancement in technology affect the status and efficacy of actors in this era of rapid change? Listen as Adam revisits the history of American acting and cinema to provide context for what's to be the actor's paramount focus; the art itself.
Welcome to In the Moment an Anytown Podcast produced by Anytown Actors LAB. This first episode introduces its host, Adam Lowder, to the audience wherein he shares a brief history of his acting journey and why he is now dedicated to revitalizing the art of acting by teaching students the principles of truthful acting. ACTING COURSE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab/p... LIVE SCRIPT ANALYSIS WEBINAR AND Q&A: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab/p... ANYTOWN STORE: https://stan.store/anytownactorslab FOLLOW: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anytownactors... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anytownacto... WEBSITE: https://www.anytownactorslab.com