notes
Notes on the craft.
Working notes on scene study, character, auditions, and process. Free to read, made to use.
- CraftJuly 18, 2026
How to break down a scene, step by step
A simple, repeatable way for actors to break down any scene (objectives, obstacles, stakes, and beats) so you walk in specific instead of vague.
6 min read - CraftJuly 15, 2026
The actor's character breakdown worksheet
A free printable character breakdown worksheet for actors: the questions that turn a role on the page into a specific, living person you can play.
5 min read - AuditionsJuly 10, 2026
Cold reading tips that actually work
Practical cold reading tips for actors: how to make fast, specific choices, use the sides, and stay present when you get the scene minutes before the audition.
5 min read