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Deeper than music interviews actor, singer Robert Avellanet.About Robert Avellanet:Robert Avellanet, also known as RoBA, is the nephew of well known Puerto Rican bolero and ballad singer Chucho Avellanet. Inspired by his uncle's success across Latin America, Robert wanted to be a singer since childhood. Avellanet himself became a teen idol in Puerto Rico and across Latin America after being hired in 1988 as a member of the international pop sensation MENUDO. He joined the group during the era popularly known as Menudo's Rock era. His debut came when Menudo recorded Sombras & Figuras, the title of an album that produced major hits for the group. Then came Los Ultimos Heroes, which was released in Portuguese as Os Ultimos Heroes, and No Me Corten El Pelo. During his tenure at Menudo, Robert shared the stage with Ricky Martin, Sergio Blass, Ruben Gomez, Angelo Garcia, and Rawy Torres, among others.Almost immediately after becoming a former Menudo, Robert and ex-bandmate and personal friend Rawy Torres formed a group named Euphoria during the early 1990s and recorded two albums. In 1994 Avellanet went to college in Puerto Rico to study Advertising. In 1996 well known tropical music producer and business executive, Ralph Mercado, signed Robert to record a Salsa album under the RMM label. The album Sentir (1999), produced by master Isidro Infante, had great success in several Latin American countries, and most of all in New York and his native island of Puerto Rico. Having interpreted such genre expanded his musical knowledge and allowed him to share the stage with legends such as Tito Puente and Celia Cruz.Searching for new horizons, in 2002 Robert moved to Miami, Florida with an idea of finding new opportunities to expand him as an artist and started writing & producing new music as RoBA. Throughout the years in Miami, Avellanet was active in the acting world as well. He worked on the independent film "Tony Tango" and has worked in several Latin soap operas for networks such as Univision, Venevision, and Telemundo. Avellanet has also been in several theatrical plays, including two musicals; Among those are The Sleeping Beauty Quien Mató a Hector Lavoe, Descarados, and Cuatro XXXX.In 2003 Avellanet and his former Menudo bandmates (Sergio, Ruben, Angelo, and Rawy) were inspired to make a reunion tour named Los Ultimos Heroes. It had great success in some Latin American countries.His true passion, motivation, and love for music made him complete, in 2009, Jet Privado, his first production as a co-producer and writer of all songs. Among those are great tunes like Jet Privado, Laberinto, No Te Arrepientas, and Miserable. Jet Privado, also produced and written by Frank Santofimio and Andrés Saavedra, included collaborations from Juan Carlos Pérez Soto, Yhonny Rivero, Ricky Ragnar, and Jodi Marr. This album took approximatelyIn 2011 Robert Avellanet moved in Los Angeles, California where he adventures a new journey not only as a musician but also as an actor. For more than two years Robert has studied in Hollywood with respected acting coaches Arthur Mendoza and Sal Landi and has worked in two independent films, "Harmony" and "I Remember You". Avellanet, who is signed to the songwriters association BMI, is sponsored by the brand Gibson, recently released his first English album named Heart & Soul. Written and co-produced by himself and by Cuban American Fernando Perdomo, the album includes genres like soul, funk, jazz, pop, and rock is now available digitally worldwide under the independent label This Rocks Entertainment. Heart & Soul has rich melodies, uplifting positive lyrics, and true personal stories.
In this Episode of Actor Circle Theatre, you will hear gold nuggets of wisdom from Arthur Mendoza. This episode contains snippets of Arthur speaking in class on different topics that an actor needs to hear. Arthur Mendoza was taught the Stella Adler technique of acting directly from Stella Adler and is one of the few that have learned the processes directly from Stella Adler herself. Arthur has worked with many working actors such as Jason Momoa, Mark Ruffalo, Selma Hayek, and Benecio Del Toro just to name a few!
Arthur Mendoza introduces Tennessee Williams and how to read, break down, and interpret his work. Arthur goes into further details by reading the first page of the Glass Menagerie. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza speaks to why acting classes that teach you how to read sides aren't teaching you acting. Instead, you must have the technique of imagination to create the realism of the scene. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza breaks down the most important and fundamental techniques, imaginary story and the animal exercise. The imagination is pushed in these two exercises and if the actor can accomplish these techniques then they have a future. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza explains why being real in a scene is boring and ruins a scene. Actors need to spice up the scene with their imagination and be realistic, not real. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza introduces Tennessee Williams and how to read, break down, and interpret his work. Arthur goes into further details by reading the first page of the Glass Menagerie. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza introduces Tennessee Williams and how to read, break down, and interpret his work. Arthur goes into further details by reading the first page of the Glass Menagerie. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza introduces Tennessee Williams and how to read, break down, and interpret his work. Arthur goes into further details by reading the first page of the Glass Menagerie. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza introduces Tennessee Williams and how to read, break down, and interpret his work. Arthur goes into further details by reading the first page of the Glass Menagerie. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza explains why on set they say action. They don't say feel, they say action. Acting is about the action (your activity), not feeling. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza explains why an actor must always be a student, and how important to find the wonder in all things. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com/home
Arthur Mendoza reviews how to approach acting on a set for the first time and forever. Actors need to prepare so they are never surprised when they show up on set. AN actor must throw away all preconceived ideas of what is going to happen. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza does not believe in pilot season. He believes an actor should be an actor all year round. Arthur speaks the industry problem of actors and the luck it takes to make it. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza tells a story from when Jason Momoa was in his acting class, and how Jason used a specific technique from class in his audition for Game of Thrones. This technique landed Jason Momoa the part of Khal Drogo in Season One of Game of Thrones. It was also this role that launched a career and made him a household name.
Arthur Mendoza explains how to find a character in a Tennessee Williams play, and how to deal with the racism mindset as an actor. Arthur breaks down how to understand and look at the ugly, perverted side of characters and how to act them. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza breaks down how to act with the imagination and breaking out of typecasting. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza recounts his relationship with Stella Adler and how she influenced his teachings. Arthur breaks down his life experiences and relationships the molded him into the teacher and artist that he is today. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Stella Adler seeks out Stanislavski to find the truth behind his method, the imagination. Arthur Mendoza finds his way to Stella Adler. His search started in college at the bottom of his class to become the number one acting coach in Hollywood. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza speaks briefly about his childhood, growing up, and what he believed influenced him to become an actor and a coach. Dive into the start of Arthur Mendoza, learn what made him the top Hollywood Acting Coach. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza speaks about how to deal with criticism as an actor, and the difference between criticism and critique. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza is Stella Adler's protege. He is a direct descendant of Stella Adler's technique which she learned from working with Stanislavski. Stanislavski is known for creating the modern technique of acting that actors and coaches today try to emulate that only Arthur knows how to teach authentically. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza address the issue actors have with separating their work and themselves. The Stella Adler technique does not use emotional memory (the actor's own experiences) instead, the technique uses the imagination. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza breaks down Shakespeare and the authenticity of the Actor. What does it mean to be true to yourself as an actor in being the character and how to translate your truth in Shakespeare and other great plays. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza speaks about the consequences of perfectionism and trying to do a good job. An actor has to be ready to fail and must simply be happy with what they can do that day. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Arthur Mendoza breaks down why he believes trained actors from schools often don't know how to act. Most acting techniques handicap and create very similar actors whereas the Stella Adler Technique creates individuality. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
An actor starts at the beginning of their journey, but the world only sees the end product of their struggle. What is the real struggle of the actor. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
The qualities an actor needs to separate themselves from others. If you don't rehearse it then it shouldn't happen in your performance. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
A good actor doesn't show off. A good actor is deliberate in their choices of actions and activities and they fully commit to those choices. You cannot memorize a choice but must simply remember how it felt. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
How an actor should approach a script and understand it. Finding the flow and rhythm of the dialogue. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
A good script you gotta live up to, a bad script gives you permission to do whatever you want...which allows you to find yourself as an actor. Start with what your relationship is with the other characters... https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza breaks down how to find the character in a play or a script. Plus what bad habits most actors do and how to stop them. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
How to handle Shakespeare and how it gives you size. The worst thing an actor can do is study sides. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
Tackling Shakespeare and where to start. Acting Coach Arthur Mendoza teaches where to start when working with Shakespeare and learning how to break down scripts. How Shakespeare helps actors work with the imagination and provides translation to other material like Game of Thrones, Star Trek...etc. https://www.actorcircletheatre.com
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www.InspirationwithVal.com Podcast Episode 98 with Rachael Markarian: Summary: Rachael Markarian is an actress & dancer training throughout Boston, New York City, and Los Angeles. Despite being told she would never be a dancer based on a physical disability she was born with, Rachael immersed herself in the performing arts at a very young age. She fine tuned her skills while pursuing her dream to become a triple threat and now is an acclaimed actress and model in Hollywood. About how Rachael Markarian started her life as a dancer: 6:10 Rachael is the youngest in the family with her two elder brothers and was very shy as a child. She used to hide in her mother’s skirt because she was so shy! Her mother took her to dance classes so that she would learn to feel more comfortable with other people. Even though she was born with legs and hips that were completed inverted and needed to wear braces, she attended class - and hated it at first. It was hard, painful, and she had to work harder at it than the rest of the kids. When Rachael was 12 years old, she finally realized that she loved to dance. The power of positive thinking: 11:04 Rachael could have easily chosen not to pursue dancing because of her disability, but she challenged herself to work hard and rise about the situation. She used the power of positive thinking and never took failure as a finality, but always as an opportunity to do things better the next time. Rachael’s professional career 21:11 While Rachael worked as a model for awhile, she is not transitioning into her career as an actress. Rachael swears that one’s mentality sets them apart from others, and that it’s all about confidence and the vision you have for yourself. It’s so important to believe in yourself that you are doing what you are meant to do. Getting used of the rejection in the entertainment industry. 30:43 Rachael’s way of dealing rejection is by using redirection. Rachael’s perspective at tough auditions was to do her best, have fun with it, and take the opportunity to do what she loved and showcase her talent. Rachael’s gained respect and success: 42:19 Rachael now works as a professional dancer, touring and dancing alongside artists such as Rihanna, Katy Perry, Pink, Kanye West and Justin Timberlake to name a few. In addition, she's had much success as an actress in Film, TV and Commercials, allowing her to work with some of the industries top directors & producers. Rachael trained with Stella Adler's protégé, Arthur Mendoza at The Actors Circle Theatre in Hollywood for many years, fine tuning her skills and perfecting her technique. She now studies with Cameron Thor at Carter Thor Studios, and with Candy Kaniecki. Knowing there's an advantage to being a multifaceted entertainer, Rachael brings a lot to the table as an artist. You can see her in 2013 in Steven Soderbergh's new film with Michael Douglas, Behind The Candelabra, also the film Lucky Stiff, starring Jason Alexander, as well as Fuse TV's new show The Hustle. Rachael’s Greatest Advice: 49:05 “Find out what your heart beats for, what gets you excited, and then do that whether it’s a profession or hobby, and have a sense of excitement and gratitude!” Links: Twitter: @RachelMarkarian