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Master Mask Maker, Shelley Wyant, dives into the world of masks and their transformative power through the eyes of Wyant. With over four decades of experience, Wyant shares her journey from a college student fascinated by masks to a revered instructor who uses this ancient art form to inspire creativity in her students. She discusses her impactful teaching at Terry Knickerbockers Acting Studio, her transformative experiences in Bali, and the profound connections she fosters through mask work.

Here's a bit more of what's in the interview:
• Wyant has taught at various conservatories and appreciates the value of revisiting mask work in final year processes.
• She describes her connection to Terry Knickerbocker’s Acting Studio as a nurturing environment where she feels valued and honored.
• She shares her journey of discovering the transformative power of masks, which she believes can aid in personal expression.
• In 1981, she traveled to Bali, where she found inspiration and developed her mask-making skills under revered teacher Ida Bagus Anom.
• For over 43 years, Wyant created a systematic approach to mask work, emphasizing its power to facilitate transformation in students.
• She notes how masks allow students to quickly shift into different characters, fostering creativity and ownership of their work and
• Wyant expresses a desire to work individually with actors using masks to deepen character exploration in their performances.
• Discusses her recent directing work, including notable plays and the excitement of upcoming auditions for "The Flick."
• Towards the end, she says that her mask work influences her directing and overall artistic approach, ensuring its legacy continues through her students and collaborators.

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In this video, I talked with the talented Emily Koch and Jim Hogan, the stars of the national tour of "Kimberly Akimbo." Koch, who plays Debra, and Hogan, who stars as Buddy, share their experiences transitioning from standbys on the Broadway run of the show to their current roles, their emotional preparation for performances, and the unique challenges of touring across the country.

Here's a bit more of what's in the interview:
• Koch and Hogan reflect on their initial experience when they first saw the show off-Broadway.
• They discuss their transition from standbys to their roles in the National Tour, highlighting the unusual nature of not having to re-audition.
• Emotional preparation as standbys is addressed; they share the challenge of being ready to perform at a moment's notice.
• They both talk about how they drew inspiration from the original cast, blending their interpretations with homage to the originals.
• They talk about the importance of maintaining vocal health while touring, including acclimating to different altitudes.
• The actors describe their system for navigating new theaters quickly, aided by helpful visual cues.
• They mention differences in staging and choreography for the tour compared to the original, adding new elements for the audience.

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In this interview from San Diego Comic-Con, Cam Gigandet talks about his role as the villain in "The Tower", sharing insights into his character's dark personality and how he approaches playing bad guys. He reflects on his past Comic-Con experiences with Twilight, reconnecting with co-stars, and his love for the convention atmosphere.

Here's a bit more of what's in the interview:
• (00:02) Gigandet discusses his character in The Tower, emphasizing that he has never played such a role before. His character enjoys having power over others, representing a dark side of masculinity.
• (00:59) He expresses his preference for playing villains, as they allow more freedom and creativity, unlike good guys who have rigid rules.
• (01:35) On preparing for his role, Cam shares that while his character is a cop, most of his preparation involved building a relationship with co-star Jack Hilmer.
• (02:26) Reflecting on his first Comic-Con experience for Twilight, Cam recalls being overwhelmed by the size and attention it brought, not realizing the significance of his role until seeing promotional materials.
• (03:41) Cam talks about enjoying Comic-Con, particularly wanting to walk the floor and explore, which he previously did after a Twilight panel.
• (04:30) He explains his The Tower character further, describing him as a bad guy, but also a lonely person that evokes pity until he speaks.
• (05:50) Cam mentions showing his son the 1980s movie Harry and the Hendersons, which he enjoyed as a child growing up in the Northwest.

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In this San Diego Comic-Con interview, actor Jack Kilmer talks about his role in the upcoming film "The Tower", a unique and sinister mermaid story set in a suburban world from writer/director Adam Sigal. Kilmer shares insights into his character, the film's production process, and his personal interests, including vampires and spaghetti westerns.

Here's more of what's in the interview:
• His First Comic-Con Appearance (00:02): Kilmer discusses attending Comic-Con before and his involvement in the film The Tower. He shares that the film has been kept mostly secret, but it involves a suburban story about a boy who falls in love.
• Mermaid Theme and Sinister Tone (00:51): Kilmer mentions that The Tower is a unique, somewhat sinister mermaid movie, with a tone reminiscent of a "Brothers movie" and a mix of fantasy and suburban elements.
• Heroic Character Role (01:51): Kilmer describes his character as a hero, portraying a boy who feels like an outcast but views himself as a god-like figure.
• Film Production and Director Collaboration (03:25): Kilmer praises the collaborative nature of the film, mentioning that he had a lot of time to discuss creative details with director Adam Sigal, which helped shape the film's development.
• Unique Water Tower Set (04:05): The film's team built a water tower set in the middle of a suburban area, and Kilmer had to undergo water training for his role.
• Film Tone and Comparisons (07:02): Kilmer compares The Tower to older films like Splash, stating that while it's a fantasy story, it also has an indie film feel with a magical quality.
• Filming in Arkansas (07:58): The majority of the film was shot on location in Bentonville, Arkansas, with most scenes centered around the constructed water tower.

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