PREVIEW: Do The Hard Work & Then Let It Go - With Marvel's 'Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.' Actress Elizabeth Henstridge!
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For so many actors, landing a job in a top Marvel TV show or film is the ultimate dream. Yet so few dare take the action required, to make it happen.
One actress who leant into that fear and pulled it off, is the SUPER-talented Elizabeth Henstridge, now famous for her portrayal of genius biochemist, Jemma Simmons, in 7 seasons of Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D..
In this 2 HOUR mastermind, we dive deep into Elizabeth's move from the UK to LA, watch the screen test that would change her life forever, she explains how she went from not just starring in Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D., but to actually directing it - and members of Act On This jump on camera for some 1-2-1 coaching too!
During the broadcast, we discuss:
- Elizabeth's entry into the acting industry and breaking away from the family tradition of becoming a doctor.
- The difficulties of living in London as a drama school grad.
- Why all new actors should start embracing short film.
- The worst audition of her life, that actually turned into one of the best.
- How 2 episodes of 'Hollyoaks' became her ticket to a life in Hollywood.
- Being Brit in LA and navigating the visa system.
- Why Elizabeth decided to try 'pilot season'.
- Her first audition for 'Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D.'.
- Dressing for auditions and choosing the right costume.
- The 3 minutes and 18 second screen test that would change her life forever.
- How Elizabeth's life changed after landing the role of Jemma Simmons.
- Why you mustn't go into an acting job doubting yourself.
- Elizabeth's journey to directing 'Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D'
- Why it's so important to have a passion project that ISN'T acting.
- Letting go of everything you cannot control.
- The ONE thing Elizabeth wants EVERY actor to know.
- And MUCH MUCH more!
If you're ready to start annihilating your fears...
Hit 'play' NOW!
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