Acting

Which one would you post?

With the self-tape audition being a much bigger part of the #audition process these days, one tricky thing that #actors deal with is trying to figure out which take to submit.

Sometimes you luck up and get to submit multiple takes to #casting, but even then you have to figure out the order to put them in. 🤔

Here’s my (non exhaustive) recommendations…

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New Year, New Headshots!

Montage of New Headshots photos of Sequoia

I’ve always had the worst luck with my headshots. I’d get shots that were really pretty and that would be perfect for my mom’s mantle but never really moved the needle for my acting career.   In August, I spent a ton of money I didn’t have to get new shots and thought “Yes, this…

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We Are Magicians

Sequoia Houston

As I was perusing Facebook, I ran across this phenomenal video that one of my actress friends shared.  I thoroughly enjoyed Emma Thompson’s perspective and thought she offered great advice. It didn’t feel esoteric and cryptic like some advice we hear from actors who have been doing it so long they simply don’t remember what…

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Meet Etta Mae Pearl

Sequoia Houston

While their preferences can vary across a wide spectrum, “make sure you look like your headshot” is probably the most consistent piece of advice you’ll hear from casting directors. And it makes sense, right? They want to know who they’re calling into their office. They – and the producers – have a vision of what…

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Baby, Its Cold Outside

Sequoia Houston

When you’re a musical theatre kid and you didn’t get to do a show this year so you take matters into your own hands #3minutemusicals lol. This is the first time in at least 5 years that I haven’t done a show. Wishing you and yours a warm, happy and healthy holiday season.

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Sequoia signs with Eileen O’Farrell Talent Management!

Sequoia Houston

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve signed with Eileen O’Farrell Talent Management. Eileen and I have had the opportunity to get to know each other online over the last few years. I’ve seen firsthand how amazing she is with her clients and I couldn’t be more thrilled to add her to my team. I look forward…

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