Hollywood Dream Maker: Acting class with Master Teacher Billy Gallo

Trigger Warning: This episode mentions topics of suicide and depression.   What upcoming auditions and roles are you hoping to land? The sooner you can gain confidence to go for the roles of your dreams, the sooner you might just land one.   Sam Humphrey is a New Zealand actor, who was raised in Melbourne, Australia. Early in his career, Sam caught the eye of casting directors...

Do you know how to create a fantastic self tape? Learning the art of self taping is necessary to land more auditions and roles in Hollywood today.   Today’s solo episode is all about the art of self tapes. Since the pandemic, Hollywood is no longer operating on an in-person audition only system, self tapes are an incredible way to audition for roles and get your name in the mix. However,...

If you are pursuing a Hollywood dream, securing an agent is incredibly important to increase the amount of auditions that come your way.  Alicia Ruskin is an actress turned successful Hollywood agent. Originally from LA, Alicia was a theater major at Brandeis University, The Sorbonne in Paris and on scholarship at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts. Throughout this time she perform...

It’s said that it takes 10,000 hours to become an expert at something. Whether you’re counting your hours or not, continuously striving to perfect your craft is time spent wisely.  Erik Palladino is a writer, director, and award-winning actor originally from Yonkers, New York. Erik was first cast on the Fox sitcom, Love and Marriage and his career-defining role came a few years later on TV's...

Have you stuck to your New Year Resolutions or 2022 goals? The only thing in your way is you - it’s never too late to take action towards your dreams!  If you’re sitting back and waiting for your dreams to just miraculously come true, I hate to break it to you but that day will never come. However, once we tap into our minds and take action, we can truly manifest anything we desire. Through v...

Do you want to pursue acting but are afraid of failure? Rejection comes with a career in Hollywood, but so do amazing opportunities.  Joe Cortese has had an impressive career in Hollywood, having been in the Oscar-winning Green Book (2019), The Loudest Voice (2019), and played the role of Giorgio Armani in the FX true crime anthology, The Assassination of Gianni Versace-American Crime Story (...

Are you interested in producing television shows or films? Researching and learning from top producers is a great way to gain knowledge on the ways you can take action towards producing. Thom Beers is a writer and producer with an incredibly impressive resume. He has produced some of the top television shows such as Deadliest Catch, Storage Wars, Bering Sea Gold, and many more. Thom has also worke...

Are you trying to make it in Hollywood by yourself? When you seek out acting classes and get involved with the acting community, you will build an invaluable network that will help you build your career. Robert Zoppo is an actor, model and martial artist living in Los Angeles, CA. After many years of success in athletics, Rob decided to pursue his passion for performing and made the move to Los An...

Are you pursuing acting but don’t know how to stand out in auditions? Building your confidence and character niche will help you to show up to auditions prepared to execute the role. Douglas Tait discovered his passion for acting while growing up in  Los Angeles, California. Over the years he has worked with some of the top directors in film and television, and has found success on both the s...

After 41 episodes of listening to me interview some of Hollywood’s legends, past and present, the tables have turned and I’m here to share my acting tips and life advice.  After growing up in a broken home in Brookly, New York, I made my journey to Hollywood with a one way ticket and $200 in my pocket. Throughout my 35 years in Hollywood, I have experience as an actor, producer, and writer. I...

Are you looking for wisdom from a Hollywood veteran? Learning from those that have been where we want to be is invaluable time spent.  Nestor Serrano began his acting career primarily in theatre, including Broadway. Nestor’s first feature film was The Money Pit with Tom Hanks. This movie was just the beginning of Nestor’s impressive career as he went on to appear in more film and television p...

How are the important people in your life fueling your passions? The best partners in life are your best friend, soulmate, and biggest cheerleader all in one.  Yeniffer Behrens and Mauricio Mendoza are the definition of a power couple. Having been in Hollywood for a combined 50 years, both Yeniffer and Mauricio have accomplished so much in Hollywood as individuals and together as a married co...

Are you interested in multiple careers in Hollywood? Gaining experience writing, acting, directing, and producing will help you to not only learn which one you like the best but also to understand the perspectives of the other professionals you will work with.   Kevin Tenney is an incredible writer, director, and producer. After graduating from college, Kevin was accepted to the Cinema &...

Do you feel unmotivated or unworthy of achieving your dreams? It’s time to change your mindset, believe in yourself, and take action towards accomplishing your vision.    Ronnie Ebanks is a champion life coach and motivational speaker, otherwise known as ‘The Change Agent.’ Born in the Cayman Islands and raised in Louisiana, Ronnie became a jockey at the age of 13 and went professional a...

Do you listen to the negative, insecure voices inside your head? It’s time that you rise above those voices and believe in yourself.  Today’s episode is all about creating and sustaining the right mindset. Too many times we get in the way of our own dreams just because of the internal voices telling us that we aren’t worthy. Get out of your own way by guarding the gates of your mind to kick t...

Have you felt like you were meant for the arts from the day you were born? Pursuing that feeling and leveraging it to work with your other passions into a well-rounded wheelhouse that the industry won’t be able to ignore?    Camryn Manheim is an incredible actress, author, and activist. Camryn is best known for her Emmy Award-winning and Golden Globe Award-winning role on The Practice, a...

Do you have a variety of talents but aren’t sure which one to pursue? Who says you have to! Having a variety of talents just means that you can leverage each of them to improve your skills.    Michael DeLorenzo is a multifaceted entertainment talent born and raised in Bronx, New York. As a talented dancer, Michael made his Broadway debut in the revival of  West Side Story and appear...

Are you wanting to break into the business of Hollywood?  Today’s episode is all about how to do just that. If you’re just getting started and aren’t sure how to break into the business, I have 5 steps for you that will help you to understand the industry and get you on track to landing your first role. The landscape of casting in Hollywood has been changing with the rise in technology and so...

Every actor’s timeline to a thriving career is different. With determination and hard work, you can build success in Hollywood no matter your age.    Duncan Joiner is a very talented young actor who booked his first open-call commercial at age 3. Soon after his young start in the industry, Duncan booked guest roles on hit shows like “Community” and “Jane the Virgin”. Since then, Duncan h...

What are you writing as the script for your life? Turn off the victim mindset and tell yourself where you’re going to go after every obstacle you face in life.   Jon Dorenbos is incredible, multi-talented, and a former NFL player of 14 years with a Super Bowl ring to prove it. He is a world-class magician and has appeared on America’s Got Talent and the Ellen DeGeneres show. Jon is also the a...

What makes you feel alive? While you may have expectations for what your life holds, pursuing adrenaline and excitement may require you to face your fears but in doing so the payoff will be much greater.    Phil Brandt is a former PAC12 collegiate football player, an All American wrestler, and a professional working actor. Phil’s journey is exactly why I created the Hollywood Dreammaker...

What action do you need to take to make your dreams come true? Being intentional with your actions is what will determine the opportunities that come your way. If you’re looking to get inspired to take action for your dreams, today’s episode is for you.    Bobby Del Rio is an actor, writer, filmmaker, producer, playwright, director, and so much more. He is the Founder/President of INCLUD...

Are you debating starting your own podcast? If you have been on the fence about podcasting, this episode will be the sign you need to take the first step.    Omar Elattar is the producer, creator & host of “The Passionate Few” podcast. With over 10 million listeners & 140,000 subscribers on  YouTube, he has amassed a large following online having interviewed over $10 billion...

Are you doing yoga or meditation daily? If not, this episode might convince you that it’s time to start practicing in order to make your dreams come true.   Julie Rader has been teaching yoga and meditation for over two decades. She founded Mukti Yoga School in 2004 which has certified hundreds of yoga teachers worldwide. As a teenager, Julie’s mother taught her the power of guided visualizat...

Do you know the amount of work that goes into playing the part of a monster in a horror movie? Amelia Kinkade is in the horror movie hall of fame for her role as the first female monster in movie history. Amelia starred in the Night of the Demons trilogy, and additionally had roles on The Young and the Restless in the late '80s playing villainous vixen, Vivien. Amelia is also the author of six boo...