Heidi Marshall Studio - Actors On Camera

Heidi Marshall Studio - Actors On Camera Heidi supports the Passionate Actor to keep getting back up. Heidi Marshall is a private audition coach & acting on-camera teacher. Check out her Alumni!

Heidi is a former Casting Director for Broadway, TV, Film, Commercials at Telsey Casting, and she is currently an inspired Director in Film and Theater and Private Acting Coach. She loves actors, good stories, and learning. Her private classes function by word of mouth and referrals. Baz Luhrmann - "All of Heidi Marshall's work has led me to see that she is a Director of first rate talent and ability." ACTOR REVIEWS "Your class was instrumental in helping me develop the techniques that allowed me to go into that audition room 4 different times and finally land the role of Richie. I tell all my actor friends about your class, I can't rave enough about it." - Raul Castillo HBO Series Looking I know what I'm doing in the theater, I know when it's working and when it's not. I can't tell with camera. I guess it's just going to take time and constant working. In all, I'm still trying to get out of the mode of doing it right, but doing it me. Because no one can be me and when I let myself just be me, I think it's a pretty special thing. Thanks for listening. Working it out. - Bjorn Dupaty http://www.bjorndupaty.com/ Amazon Series ALPHA HOUSE “Very seldom in life are things ever as promised. My audition, my first ever without singing, was as if I had done a dozen prior to. Your class presented the geography of the room as it actually was. You gave me the mind-set that allowed me to hold to the points I needed and ignore the ones I did not need. I was, I guess we can assume, successful.” [He booked HBO on his first audition!] - Gary Simpson www.garysimpsonbaritone.com HBO Series The Knick In so many ways!!! I feel like I am so much more knowledgeable about the whole process and feel like I am more in control of my audition, "tai-chi-ing the room" And picking three adjectives in the breakdown and using it in specific moments is a godsend! Thank you!!” -Tal Yardeni “"I knew my lines and beats, and I told myself "have fun!" And ya know what? I even surprised myself! I focused on my reader and listened and they all laughed through the entire take. Then the director gave me an adjustment and I did it again (AND I even asked questions!) and they laughed AGAIN all the way through it!!! Thank you for all that you impart in me/us and for your Unbelievable Positivity!! God bless you. I had so much fun I was floating on air afterward." - Peter Davenport http://www.peter-davenport.com/ “[what shifted most about acting on camera] confidence with being real, ugly, messy. swinging between opposing emotions, making bigger choices! less self consciousness!” - Natalie Roy www.natalieroy.com I can't say Thank you enough for being one of the best if not THE BEST teacher in town, I'm so grateful to have met you and to have the opportunity to explore my craft deeper in such a positive environment! - Ydaiber Orozco www.Ydaiber.com "You just really got me thinking. So thank you for the lessons both oncamera and off. You've taught me a lot already and I look forward to more. I think you're one special lady.” - Jessica Walker “For me there was just so much reminding going on. The stuff that we may take for granted and just assume it's going to work for us always but really, it will never if you don't constantly work at it and keep it fresh... I.e. Listening, connecting, letting the work go and just being present. I'm learning to be still and simple. It's hard for me! But I was shocked at what happened when I just sat and allowed things to happen. It all just showed up and felt truthful and alive. I can't wait to continue exploring the intimacy that is acting on camera!” - Jeff Riberdy www.jeffriberdyactor.com I just want to thank you! I had an audition this morning that I've been dreading for a number if reasons but I went in an applied your audition tips and I felt great! For the first time, ever, I really allowed myself time to think the thoughts and let the scene breathe. I'm so thrilled that I decided to take your class. It's already paying off. Can't wait to learn more. - MacKenzie Meehan www.mackenziemeehan.com The Wolf On Wall Street “I'm really loving all that's happening in class. Thank you for your continuous encouragement and inspiration.” - Jessica Kahler http://jessicakahler.com/ "Tuesday was really special, I walked away with such a sense of self and power as a performer unlike ever before. Can't wait to dive deeper." - Wes Mason www.wesmasonstage.com "Can't be more excited and thankful for your class, your spirit, your mentoring!!!! I would say you're one of the few truly supporting, honest, authentic amazing artists out there right now. You are doing magic for us, keep it up!!!!" - Emma Ramos http://www.emmaramos.com/ Your class is just what I needed. You have such a wonderful, positive and inspiring way of helping others. Thank you very very very much for choosing to help us actors do what we love and do it well! I love you! – Breece Wilson http://breecewilson.com/ "Thank you so much for all of your help and incredible insight. I have learned so much from you these past couple of months. I feel so much more confident in auditions situations-- on or off camera. And I feel like I have a deeper understanding of myself as an actor-- my unique essence, and a deeper appreciation of it. As well as how to keep it light! :)" - Myra Thibault http://www.myrathibault.com ""I have been reflecting on the class all week and whenever i think about it i feel calm. Just calm about my work and calm about the future and that is rare for me. Your class really is a safe space to work in and i've not felt that before. Thank you again so much for a truly unique and amazingly fun class! I really do feel very changed as an actor. " - Katie Honaker www.KatieHonaker.com "It can be very hard, as one gets older, to dig into what blocks you- impeding your work, your flow, your joy, etc- and I am deeply grateful to you for giving me a safe space in which I can reveal those things so I can exorcise it and be in my bliss again!" - Darius DeHaas http://www.dariusdehaas.com/ "Honesty. You showed me how to be honest in this business, THE ARTS and myself . When I came into your class I was lost. I had auditioned like a mad man. I had done seminars and met with casting directors and agents. I produced web shows with people that I didn't see eye to eye with on the art. So you make me think about being Honest about my Type, Look and my Abilities. I have been auditioning for a long time and I hate being type casted. Yeah, I know they want to type you because you look a certain way. But my heart and guts tell me that it doesn't have to be that way. I don't have to play a cabbie or tough guy or a terrorist or the funny Indian guy. (I'm not Indian BTW, lol.) So I came back to being Honest. When I play a character, I have to be totally honest in those moments. But then I'm not honest with my self when the camera stops or when the lights black out on stage... So I'm not a writer or director or have any formal training, but who needs a method when you have passion? Thanks, Heidi. You saved me big time...I almost quit 2 months prior and thanks for giving back to the Arts ..to receive things you must first give back..." - Zeshan Bhatti “Your eye and focus and ability to dissect talent issues... amazing.” – Lisa Tharps www.LisaTharps.com "I have been doing this since I was 5 years old, taken a million acting classes and yours was the only one that I actually felt truly helped me as a blocked artist." - Lauren Toub www.LaurenToub.com "I seriously cannot thank you enough for the gift of working with you. These classes and the homework have been a mind-blowing experience. Thank you for helping me break through walls! I feel like The Hulk!" Laura Daniel "Today was the first audition where I really felt like I took back the power in the room, and thus no matter what happens, I feel really great about what I did! And more confident in my abilities for next time. Do I think it was the best work I've done in an audition? No, definitely not, but it was definitely the best overall audition experience I've had in a looong, looong time, or maybe ever. And now I feel like I can focus more on the prep for the actual work - I know, craaaazy idea- instead of freaking out about going into the room. All thanks to techniques you've shared with us. I just had to share that with you. Thank you!!" - Faith Aronowitz http://www.faitharonowitz.com/ "I loved your class and it really did help to boost my confidence ( as well as my skills) as I head back out to the wilds of LA." - Mia Baron "I'd love for you to know that I still apply your audition technique and find it invaluable. In fact I just booked a recurring role on Boardwalk Empire season 3 " - Katy Wright-Meade http://katywrightmead.com HBO’s Boardwalk Empire "It was really nice to get to know you again after all these years, and I do feel that what I learned in the class has fundamentally changed how I audition on camera. No small thing!" - Dashiell Eaves http://www.dashielleaves.com "[The agent] said, "Yep. I can tell Ana Maria's been working with Heidi Marshall"." - Ana Maria Jomoloca “I remember one of our classes where you talked of women and make-up and how going without make-up can be a powerful tool that we should get comfortable using. So, I used it! Of course once I got to the audition and saw all the "hot mamas" I began the doubting game! Ah, the mind, such a beautiful dangerous weapon we use to torture ourselves!! In any case Heidi, your classes have taught me to think more expansively about the audition/casting/role-making process; in the past I never would have gone for an "older" role or gone without make-up & such - ultimately, these are the self-imposed boundaries that limit us. And even though I didn't think I got the part, I wasn't sad about it because I came in fully prepared. Actually getting the part was almost beyond comprehension! Wouldn't you know, I got the call from the director giving me the role!” -Shannon Conley “Thank you for the wonderful tips you gave us. Since your class I've been booking student films, taking more classes, and growing as an actor. I'm trying to take my acting to the next level.” – Erin Singleton “I was inspired by all of the direction and exercises you provided during class. It brought to light a number of different areas that I had not ever been exposed to. In essence I now have more tools in my box because of your class.” -Mia Zifkin "I had a good casting session with several indie film casting directors at Network event. I have to say, that they loved the picture you suggested as an Indie shot, overall the scene was a big hit, and it was wonderful to be able to direct them to my website to see my reel for other work. Thanks for pushing for those things to come together. " - Eric Chase http://www.ericdchase.com/ I loved your class and it really did help to boost my confidence ( as well as my skills) as I head back out to the wilds of LA. - Mia Baron

Mission: To support the Passionate Actor to keep getting back up.

Yes!! When you get to stretch your acting wings and play against “type” (villains or saints?) it’s soooo fun to watch. L...
12/29/2020

Yes!! When you get to stretch your acting wings and play against “type” (villains or saints?) it’s soooo fun to watch. Loved watching your power-hungry villain unfold @dancinvida !!!

Gabriella had three qualities she was working on: scheming, poised, selfish. Omg sooo much fun. You can see them in play even in her still photo!

You all act, I’m betting, because you ❤️ being creative! Interpreting characters! Trying new things! Stay in touch with that creative play in every single audition. Every single role. Don’t limit yourself or let others limit you. Creatively inspire everyone with your nuances that are already in abundance within you.

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Sometimes you get to play the mysterious woman @heidimarshallstudio #actorintraining #letsplay #community #education #audition

12/07/2020

Alumni Inspiration!
Y’all tell the truth. And you make me laugh. And you inspire. Because I KNOW you’re working hard behind the scenes of every audition. Get ittttt.

(For every audition it requires what maybe two hours of prep and taping? Minimum. Yep.)

Jasmine you work harddddd! I see it first hand. Keep the inspiration alive!!🦋

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11/04/2020

As we huddle, filled with many emotions, let's reflect on a beautiful thought:

We are creators of change.

We, each one of us, can create the change we want to see in the world.

Whatever the outcome of this election, the change is in our hands. It doesn't start and stop with casting a vote. It extends into our daily being and action.

We are also Creators of Change as artists.

As artists, we can inspire change with our words that we write, our images that we create, our dialogue that we speak, and our mediums that we work in.

Me, I choose film and theater and all things acting to create the change I want to see in the world.

How do you express and encourage the change that you want to see in the world?

Artists create change with all the incredible things that artists make and put out into the world for others to see and experience. You have so much power in your hands!

I look forward to what you will create... long into our futures.

Thank you for voting.

And, thank you for creating art.

Do. Not. Stop.

#actorsinspireme #community #heidialumni #i❤️u #heidimarshallstudio

10/15/2020

Luckily this does NOT happen in our studio classes. But I LMAO with this. Totally needed that @daphnerubinvega ayeeee ❤️🤣🙃 #lifeinZoom. We got this y’all. You can rock the Zoom auditions. Practice practice practice. And meanwhile LAUGH off the tech stress. X###xx!!!

BTW this is why we started offering Tech Support sessions before every class. @_lord_jo Work out your tech worries beforehand!! 🎥 💻 We want ya to getttttt it. X

Now. Watch that video again 🤪 x

10/14/2020

Slate magic🌟 Few actors take me seriously when I stress the IMPORTANCE of your slates. It’s the moment when you get to show who you are as a playful or inspired or down to earth or wacky HUMAN. Be human. Let folks know you’re a fully fleshed multi-dimensional human. STOP DOING ROBOTIC SLATES. 🤖 You’re a cool, awesome person that we want to meet.

💫Use the slate to share your personality.

Ok! @guylockard you win today’s Slate Award. 💜 #heidialumni #actorsinspireme #💯

Thank you deeply to @realmichellehurd for being such a thoughtful and open hearted teacher in the studio. Your sharing a...
08/29/2020

Thank you deeply to @realmichellehurd for being such a thoughtful and open hearted teacher in the studio. Your sharing abs coaching ELEVATED our actors. Forever inspired and grateful. X

#artiststeachingartists
#actorsinspireme #insidescoop #actingonfilm #actingoncamera #actors #actorslife🎬 ❤️

08/27/2020

There’s so many incredible performances on screen and stages. But a few stick with us over our lifetimes.

Now that most of us have seen soooo much film and TV in our lifetimes, especially in quarantine!!, that list must be long!

Who sticks with you?
Which actors do you deeply admire and aspire to do similar great work?
I don’t mean who do you want to be like and have their career. Because you are only like yourself and your career is yours to create. I mean, simply, which actors do you just admire and look forward to always seeing their work? And they inspire you to pursue your dream and deepen your craft? Who?

⭐️Here’s one that I’ve loved since childhood. Sissy Spacek. Her style, her authenticity, her heart, her passion, her fierceness, her types of roles, her Southernness... it just connected to me.

And then one day I stopped in my tracks with a racing heart. In my hometown in Virginia I saw Sissy. My teen girl heart stopped. I couldn’t believe it. She was using the pay phone at the Cloverleaf Mall. I can still visualize the whole moment. I was sooooo in awe. 💯Star struck.

I didn’t say a word to Ms.Spacek. I was a quiet teenager and just timidly tiptoed away. And then I went home and watched her movies again on VCR. :)

I can’t wait til I get to direct a film starring Sissy Spacek.
#sissyspacek #rolemodel #actress #southern #fangirling

Which actors inspire you to be an actor? ✨⚡️💫

08/18/2020

What if I told you that you’ll move further in your own career by supporting other actors? Would that change what you do today?

#community

No actor is an island. Do not isolate. That’s an impossible way to be an actor in the world. Create partnerships to expand your connections. Create artist covens to emotionally support each other. Create art together, secretly, publicly, online, in emails, on google docs. Gather. Be there for each other. Give out more than you receive. You’ll discover how you really really really care about art. When it’s not only about you.

Yesterday I spoke with some fabulous young actors. Starting out. And there’s one message I wanted them to get more than anything else. You are in a community. Get each other’s backs. (Very different than what I was erroneously taught at conservatory.) Be a whole artist by integrating with others. It’s a beautiful gift that you can offer. 💜

What do you already do, or will you do, to support fellow actors?

08/14/2020

It’s a long haul. Through pandemic and through the career of being an artist. I dip often. I rise. I dip again. I rise again. A cycle that’s almost predictable. But honestly it’s been like this my ENTIRE career. Call it being a moody artist if you want. 😎 But I call it the JOURNEY. That’s how I feel better about it. 🙃 😍

The journey. It’s a ride. For a lifetime.

I share this so you know that this wild up and down ride (pandemic or no pandemic) is shared by many.

Ok. So let’s get to the work of staying on the journey. How do we do that? How do you do it?

What do you do for inspiration?
What inspires you?

Tell me! Tell our community! Let’s share the inspirations!
🙌

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Honestly. I don’t know how I’d be faring without my actor friends. You all keep my buoyant. And help me remember every s...
08/13/2020

Honestly. I don’t know how I’d be faring without my actor friends. You all keep my buoyant. And help me remember every single day to be playful artists. We WILL bounce back. And we WILL be ready for when the doors open again to the sets and stages. #actorsinspireme #getit #GENREclass #playfulactors #worktheframe #acting #film #cinematicactor #thecinematicactor

⏰Fall classes are opening later this week so please pop to your desired class to join Priority Lists. (See link in insta bio or go to site). I’ll always announce to Priority Lists first. ❤️🎬

Stay healthy, strong, and INSPIRED. X @ ZOOM

Inspired!! 🙏 for friends showing up for my studio alumni community! In a Studio Pop-Up for Alumni, dear Casting Director...
08/05/2020

Inspired!! 🙏 for friends showing up for my studio alumni community!

In a Studio Pop-Up for Alumni, dear Casting Director Tiffany Little Canfield spoke with us about the state of the biz right now. I think one of the biggest, most calming things for many to hear her say was “NO ONE HAS EVER BEEN THRU THIS BEFORE. NO ONE... NO ONE... KNOWS HOW TO DO THIS.”

So, friends, do keep this in mind as all of us navigate the unpredictability of this biz and moment in time. No one has had to manage this before.
Everyone at all levels is trying to figure it out too.

Meanwhile....quite simply, at the very least, do what you can to keep yourself inspired - study, reading, watching, classes, gather friends for readings on zoom, painting, writing, what else ya got in ya?

💯I agree!!!

I’m a broken record about this but it’s so true: Remember, we’re artists for the longgggg haul. Let’s always be evolving. Just because you may not be acting today, doesn’t mean you won’t be acting tomorrow. Or next year. Or ten years from now.

The biz willllll return. It’s actually still in motion. But don’t worry - you’re not behind or missing out. You and the biz will sync up. All in good time. At the right time. Trust.

Thank you again, Tiffany @tlcnyc for sharing your wisdom and positivity and honesty with us. 💕💞 @ Heidi Marshall Studio - Actors On Camera

I want to remind you, dear Actors, that you’re more in charge than you think you are. Stand up for your vision in the ro...
07/26/2020

I want to remind you, dear Actors, that you’re more in charge than you think you are. Stand up for your vision in the roles you do. Stand up for your vision by being 100% committed to your ideas. Your commitment shows the filmmakers the way forward. YOUR vision feeds them. Guides them.

I know this to be so deeply true because since I’m also a Director I know how heavily influenced I am by what the actor brings to the table. I’m so susceptible to your talents, nuances, style, all of it! You have me in your palm!

YOU ARE A CREATOR.

Go forth, my friends, and dare to create in your auditions, projects you create, conversations you provoke with colleagues.
Create create create.
💜💕💜💕💜💕🎬

#yourvoicematters #youareanoriginal

#heidimarshallstudio #cinema #film #tv #oncamera #acting #heidimarshall #🎥

Well, lookeee!!! Congrats, folks! I spy a burst of alumni from the winter (pre covid 😂) sessions!PLANT THE SEEDS AND SEE...
07/25/2020

Well, lookeee!!! Congrats, folks! I spy a burst of alumni from the winter (pre covid 😂) sessions!
PLANT THE SEEDS AND SEE WHAT GROWS!!!
have fun and inspire ABC to #dobetter !! X @woodyfu @kalynecoleman @trevvibes

I'm digging this website - inspiration about the world of filmmaking! http://www.digitaljournal.com/entertainment/entert...
07/16/2020
Victor Albaum talks about 'FabUless' comedy series, digital age (Includes interview)

I'm digging this website - inspiration about the world of filmmaking! http://www.digitaljournal.com/entertainment/entertainment/victor-albaum-talks-about-fabuless-comedy-series-digital-age/article/574893?fbclid=IwAR3xHShpfHV9MPfh6pb0X2ZcL4dhPgVjDIUABKqpg2ym1ZdvxFwcQd_5AHw

Showrunner and actor Victor Albaum chatted with Digital Journal's Markos Papadatos about the hit digital comedy series "FabUless," which he created, produced and starred in.

07/14/2020

Got some self-tape Bloopers? I knowwww you do. Look for any creative ways to use those scraps! I love the ingenuity of alumna @tristanrosegillia - she complied this bloopers clip from our studio and online classes. Throw music on it and you’ve just created a reel!:)

Don’t hold back from sharing your work. Don’t hold back from showing your creative play. Don’t. Hold. Back. Your. Artistry.

Alumni! Send me more studio bloopers! [all clips from the studio please]

Create!

Why do we love bloopers so much??

I’m actually wondering if the on camera acting work is getting BETTER in online classes. It is really helping bring tota...
07/12/2020

I’m actually wondering if the on camera acting work is getting BETTER in online classes. It is really helping bring total awareness to that SCREEN. To the camera limitations. To the actor POSSIBILITIES.

I dunno.... but I’m seeing some knock it outta the ballpark takes in class. 🤔

#worktheframe #getit @ Heidi Marshall Studio - Actors On Camera

I think they’re brilliant. I know I’m biased. But it’s what I think. If I think it, they’ll believe it. And if you think...
07/11/2020

I think they’re brilliant. I know I’m biased. But it’s what I think. If I think it, they’ll believe it. And if you think it, you’ll believe it.

I want to see them in all your films and TV shows.#hirethem

MEET my recent Genre Class Alumni.

As the industry gets rolling, don’t forget to meet NEW (TO YOU) TALENT that you’ve never had time to audition before!

MEET THEM. FOLLOW THEIR IGs.

Many of these actors tagged here, I’ve also had the privilege to work with for years. Many are fresh to me, excitingly fresh. Sometimes (I hide it in class) but I’m moved to tears by how I see the actor start to pop. To unfold their confidence wings. To fly with the material. To be free to play. I just wanna cry from JOY at witnessing such a thing.

If you’re kind and patient to your actors, you’ll be AMAZED at what they do. (I hope directors, CDs, and anyone hiring actors reads this.) Step back a bit when they work. Trust them.

#amplify the actor by supporting the actor.

Oh. And #hirethem and trust they WILL deliver big time.
Oh. And #vote like your life depends on it. #publicpsa

#acting #film #tv #cinema #cinephile #actingonline #actorslife #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall #actingoncamera #actingonfilm #actingatudio #actorsinspireme #actorsascreators

@zach.schanne @kayla_burson @arianaperlson @albert_nelthropp @mareejohnsonofficial @r_quelly @abigailrosesolomon @lillzjohn @annanoble12 @_the_notorious_cdg @ashantijaria @sofilambert @christina.germaine @_lord_jo @llornacourtney @tristanrosegillia @dubbzlove @ Heidi Marshall Studio - Actors On Camera

Genre flip! Let’s flip it like #awkwafinaI'm an Awkwafina fan. I suspect Awkwafina can probably do anything. Two of my ...
07/10/2020

Genre flip! Let’s flip it like #awkwafina

I'm an Awkwafina fan.

I suspect Awkwafina can probably do anything. Two of my faves: I loved how she burst off the screen in Crazy Rich Asians and then she totally flipped genres and captured a beautiful, mostly silent, interior life in The Farewell.

She's not only bold in her choices of material that she performs, but she's also a creative chameleon and can transform appropriately to each genre. She's so playful and knows how to highlight her range to match the genre.

How adept at genre flipping are you?

There's sooooo many genres now (scroll Netflix and it's astonishing!).

There are now many more opportunities for actors to stretch their talents and play in different genres.

In fact, it's become crucial for an actor to be able to adapt to the various nuances to book these gigs. It really makes the difference to the creative team if they can "see" you in the tone of their imagined world.

#genreflip #genre #tv #film #indiedrama #wittycomedy #scifi #sitcom #actionadventure #action #horror #scifi #fantasy #romcom and the list goes onnnnn

>>upcoming class >>link in bio

@awkwafina #awkwafina ❤️ #thefarewell #crazyrichasians

Ummm yessss. @conniemon was quick to build her Self-Tape set up when quarantine began! Homemade tripod stand!!Connie did...
07/05/2020

Ummm yessss. @conniemon was quick to build her Self-Tape set up when quarantine began! Homemade tripod stand!!

Connie didn’t have her fancy equipment with her. But it didn’t stop her.

ADD this creativity into your self-tapes and online meets with CDs. 💫Put creativity Into your scene choices. 💫Into your set ups. 💫Into the surprising little moments in your scenes.💫

ELEVATE.
ELEVATE YOUR ACTING.

SHINE.

I’m proud and always inspired by the resilience of actors. Working to be creative in the face of... [fill in the blank of personal or global challenges].

Create!! Play!!!

We’ve designed some online classes to up your self tape game. Come and play! (Link in bio)

#film #tv #cinema #actingonfilm #artdoesntstop #heidimarshallstudio #heidialumni

First time ever - I’m opening a Studio Pop-Up to my wider community beyond alumni. Because this is IMPORTANT. THIS CONVE...
06/30/2020

First time ever - I’m opening a Studio Pop-Up to my wider community beyond alumni. Because this is IMPORTANT. THIS CONVERSATION IS GOING TO BE INCREDIBLY INSPIRING AND TRUTH-TELLING ABOUT ENTERTAINMENT.

Meet @jlovecalderon of @weinspirejustice
Meet @russellg.jones of @blindspotexperience

Let’s unpack the biases actors have been managing. Let’s unpack the actions actors can take together and apart. Let’s get down to it!!!

Click on my link to rsvp for zoom details.

@sanchezjohnny and I will be hosting. And we will open up time for your Qs! ❤️ Bring your ideas!

Actors! Join us! X

#actorsinspireme #community #actingonfilm #selftape #acting

Rise up, actors. YOU have to be the change you want to see. Find your voice. Little actions count. I’m in this too and a...
06/24/2020

Rise up, actors. YOU have to be the change you want to see. Find your voice. Little actions count. I’m in this too and also evaluating and reevaluating everything I knew and know about this biz. What am I going to fight for? To stand up for? As an artist. Teacher. Director. Human.

Let’s find our actions. Little and big ways. They all count.

Thanks for teaching me, my students. @toccarracash
#actorsinspireme #hirethem

IN HER WORDS:
#Repost @toccarracash
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@oneononenyc_la, your recent tone deaf response to black artists speaks volumes about how the work (or lack thereof) that you claim you’re doing. It’s not enough to give lip service about solidarity with the black community when you refuse to do the deep, internal shifts in your organization that real change requires. I’ve noticed for a long time now the major lack of diversity in those you hire in the industry to teach your classes and seminars here in NYC. Even the staff is greatly lacking in diversity. So until you all do the actual work of regarding your black talent, I’m out.✌🏽 #DoBetter #blacklivesmatter #blackartistsmatter #blackcastingmatters

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There’s so many incredible performances on screen and stages. But a few stick with us over our lifetimes. Now that most of us have seen soooo much film and TV in our lifetimes, especially in quarantine!!, that list must be long! Who sticks with you? Which actors do you deeply admire and aspire to do similar great work? I don’t mean who do you want to be like and have their career. Because you are only like yourself and your career is yours to create. I mean, simply, which actors do you just admire and look forward to always seeing their work? And they inspire you to pursue your dream and deepen your craft? Who? ⭐️Here’s one that I’ve loved since childhood. Sissy Spacek. Her style, her authenticity, her heart, her passion, her fierceness, her types of roles, her Southernness... it just connected to me. And then one day I stopped in my tracks with a racing heart. In my hometown in Virginia I saw Sissy. My teen girl heart stopped. I couldn’t believe it. She was using the pay phone at the Cloverleaf Mall. I can still visualize the whole moment. I was sooooo in awe. 💯Star struck. I didn’t say a word to Ms.Spacek. I was a quiet teenager and just timidly tiptoed away. And then I went home and watched her movies again on VCR. :) I can’t wait til I get to direct a film starring Sissy Spacek. #sissyspacek #rolemodel #actress #southern #fangirling Which actors inspire you to be an actor? ✨⚡️💫

What if I told you that you’ll move further in your own career by supporting other actors? Would that change what you do today? #community No actor is an island. Do not isolate. That’s an impossible way to be an actor in the world. Create partnerships to expand your connections. Create artist covens to emotionally support each other. Create art together, secretly, publicly, online, in emails, on google docs. Gather. Be there for each other. Give out more than you receive. You’ll discover how you really really really care about art. When it’s not only about you. Yesterday I spoke with some fabulous young actors. Starting out. And there’s one message I wanted them to get more than anything else. You are in a community. Get each other’s backs. (Very different than what I was erroneously taught at conservatory.) Be a whole artist by integrating with others. It’s a beautiful gift that you can offer. 💜 What do you already do, or will you do, to support fellow actors?

It’s a long haul. Through pandemic and through the career of being an artist. I dip often. I rise. I dip again. I rise again. A cycle that’s almost predictable. But honestly it’s been like this my ENTIRE career. Call it being a moody artist if you want. 😎 But I call it the JOURNEY. That’s how I feel better about it. 🙃 😍 The journey. It’s a ride. For a lifetime. I share this so you know that this wild up and down ride (pandemic or no pandemic) is shared by many. Ok. So let’s get to the work of staying on the journey. How do we do that? How do you do it? What do you do for inspiration? What inspires you? Tell me! Tell our community! Let’s share the inspirations! 🙌 👇

Got some self-tape Bloopers? I knowwww you do. Look for any creative ways to use those scraps! I love the ingenuity of alumna @tristanrosegillia - she complied this bloopers clip from our studio and online classes. Throw music on it and you’ve just created a reel!:) Don’t hold back from sharing your work. Don’t hold back from showing your creative play. Don’t. Hold. Back. Your. Artistry. Alumni! Send me more studio bloopers! [all clips from the studio please] Create! Why do we love bloopers so much??

Meet Jovan Tyler-Graham #amplifyblacktalent

Today in our Studio Pop-Up (with awesome Guest Ana Ortiz) we invited the young talented artists of Developing Artists to join us! And their questions and intense listening were amazing! We loved having the next generation with us today. They are a future that we can be proud of - I can’t wait to see where they guide us in these next moments of history. #amplifyteenvoices OMG we’ve got lotsa amplifying to do. If you want to and can support young diverse artists, please head to their site for ANY donations. These kids are our future. @developingartists Repost @developingartists ・・・ “Our stories must be heard.” 📖⁠ ⁠ #tb vid to DA at the @judsonchurchnyc⁠ AMPLIFY #BLACKVOICES

Meet Anna Noble #amplifyblacktalent @annanoble12

Meet Carla R Stewart #amplifyblacktalent @mzzzruth

I’m loving the sentimental throwbacks alumni are posting from the days in the Studio. Someday, have hope💘, we will all be working in person again soon. On sets. In studio. On stages. Til then, remember you’re an actor. Even when not working.💡 Being an actor is as much BELIEF as it is DOING. Believe in your talents. Trust and it will thrive. #Repost @kathrynmilleractor ・・・ With filming on pause, I know this page has moved a little more toward my dance life. I’m obviously missing acting these days, so I thought I’d post a throwback class video from @heidimarshallstudio . . The challenge for that class was to tackle a scene with exposition... the more jargon, the better. I really put myself to the test that week... not only was this basically one long monologue of a scene from the brilliant film Network, but it was full of jargon and numbers. It definitely put my memorization skills to the test! I was pretty proud of how this scene turned out. Plus... how fun is it to play such an ambitious and determined character?! . . . . #actor #actress #actorlife #selftape #actingclass #classclip #alwayslearning #film #filmactor #phillyfilm #phillyactor #philadelphia #philadelphiafilm #indiefilm #indie #network

I love seeing the simple creativity of #actorsinquarantine. 💜💘💜 Now. I have a funny story memory that Priscilla’s image reminds me of. Back in college I took a lighting design class in my theater directing program. There was an assignment to design a little house model with lighting that evokes specific moods. Ie. Romantic sunset. So I lit it. It looked something like Priscilla’s lighting. I loved it. I thought it was beautiful. And I got the WORST grade ever in all my theater classes. I was humiliated. I failed? What??? The teacher said i didn’t do the assignment- it didn’t look realistic. Whatttt??? Who said it had to be “realistic”?? Shocked. Angry. Mainly, I felt stamped on for my creativity! It was a major blow to my creative self-expression. It was like when a child draws a picture for someone and they ball up. 😢 So my takeaway to this day is EXPRESS YOURSELF. FORGET ABOUT TRYING TO GET “GOOD GRADES” AND BE PERFECT. EXPRESS YOURSELF COLORFULLY 🌈💜🧡💛❤️💚💙. Be the artiste that you know you are! (See what an expressive creation can trigger in another person? Thank you, @prismarie !) Don’t let others tell you if your art is worthy. Just create. Be you. Be art. (And I’ll heed that for myself too!) #heidialumni #actorsinspireme #heidimarshallstudio #acting #selfexpression #cinema #theater

Bring your PERSONALITY into those skates. Give us a glimpse of your personality and who’s gonna be hanging out with us on set! 😉Yes Miss Cheeky Natalie! #Repost @natalieehinds ・・・ hot tip: always go first when you’ve never done a slate before (that poor chair was my life support). . . #heidimarshallstudio #outtakes #actorsinspireme #hbo #comedy #laugh #fun #adorable #play #personality ##actorslife #audition

Throwing it back for some IN-STUDIO memories! Don’t worry, friends. We will be in studio and in auditions and on sets again. It’s just gonna take a moment. But #trust your opportunities will flow again! 🌸🌈 #Repost @shalalashanta ・・・ Congrats to Meghan Markle on her new bebeh. If I was her though I'd miss all that witty, snappy banter on Suits. I like to think I also bring a little extra derp to Rachel Zane. 🤪 #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall #heidialumni #actorsinspireme

Yessss. What she said 👇 #Repost @laurenbell__nyc__ ・・・ Supporting, sharing and lifting each other up as artists and creators is more important now than ever. Heidi Miami Marshall has asked her alumni to share excerpts from the good ole days of working in the studio. All to remind the world that after all this chaos settles down, the artist, whoever you are, will still be standing in the end. So please enjoy excerpts from a scene from the movie Sweet Home Alabama. Scene partner credit goes to the amazing @realdaniellopez. P.S. the end is seriously my favorite 😂. Hope this makes you laugh. @heidimiamieyes @heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshallstudio

We’re all feeling a range of reactions in our inner dialogues! Love this throwback clip @canelle.boughton ❤️❤️ #Heidialumni #heidimarshallstudio #hmstudio ##hmstudiochallenge #actorquarantine #actorsinspireme

Keeping inspired! Love this moxie against the frustrations of the moment! 🎬❤️ #Repost @lorettaannemiller ・・・ 🚨STRONG LANGUAGE WARNING! | Amidst all this craziness, I’m trying to stay thankful and creative for the unexpected month I get to work and create as an actress. Sure, being out of work to pay my bills is going to suck but now I can focus on my class work at @heidimarshallstudio and dive into the dirt like this character allowed me to! Gotta look on the bright side. 🤘🏻 #actor #film #badass #meangirl #girlinterrupted #angelinajolie #castme #imavailable #la #nyc #actorwork #oncameraclass

My fave are Brandi’s hashtags. Motivated! #getit Plus. My 🎬TIp to you with this clip: Make it all about your scene partner. It’s (weirdly) not about YOU. It’s about the other person, getting through to them your need. Even if your need is to get them away from you, it’s your need. Brandi”s NEED is strong here. So I guess I just mentioned two tips! 1.Make it about the other person. 2.Focus on your need. #Repost @thebrandiporter ・・・ Missing the @heidimarshallstudio 🥰 . . . . . . #tv #film #oncamera #acting #actorlife #heidimarshallstudio #sundayvibes #actors #onset #blackwomen #blackactors #nomakeup #manifestyourdreams #workonyourcraft #workforit #netflix #marvel #goals #hollywood #nyc #lawandordersvu

Workin the moments @taylor.blackmann !! 🎬TIP: let the camera hear your inner dialogue. I call it a dialogue because your inner thoughts are hyperactive in response to EVERYTHING you hear. It’s LOUD in there. Your mind is in constant dialogue. The camera loves to “hear” your inner dialogue. PS. We don’t actually hear anything so you can think whatever ya want! 👀 #Repost @taylorablackman with @make_repost ・・・ @heidimarshallstudio is a genius ❤️ So glad I got to play! Film: Hereditary #Actor #NYFilm #SagAftra #PilotSeason #LosAngeles #CooperCompany #ClearIsHere #Training #FlipSocialMedia #cinema #hbo #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall #heidialumni #actorsinspireme #actorslife #actor #artist #avaduvernay

It’s all in your imagination. You see it. We see it. #chasedbyaliens #strangerthings #seeitbelieveit #film #tv #actorslife #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall #actingonfilm #cinema #theater #truth #videooftheday #videooftheweek #hirethem #actorsinspireme #actorsofinstagram

Always a story in the eyes! And with one swooping movement we’ve got an impromptu film! You can add your own stories to this #film. What it’s about... you interpret. Oh the fun of actors. I love your playfulness and openness, always. Thank you for a super class. We will see you all again soon on big and small screens around the world! 🙏☀️🎬 #part1alumni #recentgrad #hirethem #talent #actorslife #actors #film #tv #theater #singers #hbo #bet #starisborn #actingoncamera #audition #nycactor #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall

One of my greatest joys in the studio is teaching actors how you are storytellers. Every look counts. Every emotion adds up. It’s so amazing to hear you all interpret each other’s scene choices. You’ve got the eye alumni!! #part2alumni #actorsinspireme #heidialumni

Ok. The Oscars are over. But YOU get to keep stretching and pushing for your dreams. Taking risks. Being an artist first. And HAVING FUN. Thanks Pilar for your fresh, risky, all-heart-in-your-scenes work. @pilar_adar ☀️💫 #heidialumni #heidimarshallstudio #actorsinspireme #oscars #redcarpet #film #tv

Oh Miss Lizzy you make me laugh. Lean ALL the way into character choices, y’all. The “meaner” this character is to the other characters, the funnier the scenario is. Take an idea and GO ALL THE WAY with it! 🤣😂@dizzymisslizzyjarrett #Repost @dizzymisslizzyjarrett ・・・ The nun who was actually a witch the whole time is my brand. #thelittlehours #witches #nunforyou #heidimarshallstudio

SOMEONE is very guilty. On camera acting TIP: it’s all in the eyes ... 👀 The littlest flicker in the eyes can say so much. Recent alumni are readyyyyyy to work. Follow them! #heidialumni #creative #cinema #tv #film #hirethem #actors #actorslife🎬 #actorslife #actingschool #inspiration #heidimarshallstudio #heidimarshall #actorsinspireme

The discomfort of the character is the MOST interesting thing to watch. Live in your character’s discomfort. I know it feels contradictory to finding ease as an Actor, but the camera loves to reveal the many layers. Embrace it. Reveal it. Sit in it. Think it. Live it. Let us see the struggle the character is in. Dare to reveal it. #Repost @racheljamesnyc ・・・ I’m learning so much in @heidimarshallstudio’s part 1 class and I can’t believe we only have one class left! I’ve been pushed and encouraged, stretched and coached, been given the opportunity to show my strengths, and been given a safe space to explore areas where I feel completely out of my element. It’s precisely what I needed right now 💫 . . #oncamera #lightscameraaction #filmactor #nycactor #successionhbo #actorslife #alwayslearning #succession

An actress telling everyone on HOW TO CAST HER on social media. YES. 😎 read what she wrote 👇 It’s pilot season so get in the drivers season y’all. “Pilot” those jets thru pilot season! Tell them what to do with your talents in Films & TV. SHOW THEM. #castme #hireme #hereiswhy #hbo #netflix #amazon #amc #bet #starz #disneyplus #abc #cbs #nbc etc! #Repost @jasminlevin_ ・・・ So much fun playing this character from HBO’s TV show @girlshbo! If you’re casting an insecure 20 something yr old, I’m your girl! 😂Miss you and your class @heidimarshallstudio!! ❤️Thanks for letting me explore fun and silly characters! #oncameraclass #tvfilm #nycactors #tvactors

Yes. Actors can speak many languages. 👀 Don’t be shy about revealing your diverse talents in your materials! Languages. Puppetry skills. Accents. Dancing. DJing. I don’t know. What ya got? Share it with the world! Release yourself from any box you think you’re in! (Or any box someone else put you in.) ALL of your skills and talents are valuable and inspire your uniqueness. This scene was a special moment in class for an actor to finally be “allowed” to act in his native tongue. So beautiful. And oh so naturally YOU, Jose. X @soyjoseuseche #actorsinspireme #acting #spanishspeaking #film #tv #hbo #hbolatino

Beauties. #hirethem #fierce #heidialumni . TODA’YS TIP: Tell your story in the eyes. The camera gets lured into your eyes.

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Heidi Marshall is a former Casting Director for Broadway, TV, Film, Commercials at Telsey Casting, and she is currently a Director in Film, Theater and a Private Acting Coach. She loves actors, good stories, and being a part of and always generating Community.

Heidi’s studio is located in Union Square, NYC. To join Classes and schedule Private Coaching, please visit her website. www.HeidiMarshall.com

ACTOR REVIEWS more reviews on the website www.HeidiMarshall.com "Your class was instrumental in helping me develop the techniques that allowed me to go into that audition room 4 different times and finally land the role of Richie. I tell all my actor friends about your class, I can't rave enough about it." - Raul Castillo HBO Series Looking I know what I'm doing in the theater, I know when it's working and when it's not. I can't tell with camera. I guess it's just going to take time and constant working. In all, I'm still trying to get out of the mode of doing it right, but doing it me. Because no one can be me and when I let myself just be me, I think it's a pretty special thing. Thanks for listening. Working it out. - Bjorn Dupaty http://www.bjorndupaty.com/ Amazon Series ALPHA HOUSE “Very seldom in life are things ever as promised. My audition, my first ever without singing, was as if I had done a dozen prior to. Your class presented the geography of the room as it actually was. You gave me the mind-set that allowed me to hold to the points I needed and ignore the ones I did not need. I was, I guess we can assume, successful.” [He booked HBO on his first audition!] - Gary Simpson www.garysimpsonbaritone.com HBO Series The Knick In so many ways!!! I feel like I am so much more knowledgeable about the whole process and feel like I am more in control of my audition, "tai-chi-ing the room" And picking three adjectives in the breakdown and using it in specific moments is a godsend! Thank you!!” -Tal Yardeni “"I knew my lines and beats, and I told myself "have fun!" And ya know what? I even surprised myself! I focused on my reader and listened and they all laughed through the entire take. Then the director gave me an adjustment and I did it again (AND I even asked questions!) and they laughed AGAIN all the way through it!!! Thank you for all that you impart in me/us and for your Unbelievable Positivity!! God bless you. I had so much fun I was floating on air afterward." - Peter Davenport http://www.peter-davenport.com/ “[what shifted most about acting on camera] confidence with being real, ugly, messy. swinging between opposing emotions, making bigger choices! less self consciousness!” - Natalie Roy www.natalieroy.com I can't say Thank you enough for being one of the best if not THE BEST teacher in town, I'm so grateful to have met you and to have the opportunity to explore my craft deeper in such a positive environment! - Ydaiber Orozco www.Ydaiber.com "You just really got me thinking. So thank you for the lessons both oncamera and off. You've taught me a lot already and I look forward to more. I think you're one special lady.” - Jessica Walker “For me there was just so much reminding going on. The stuff that we may take for granted and just assume it's going to work for us always but really, it will never if you don't constantly work at it and keep it fresh... I.e. Listening, connecting, letting the work go and just being present. I'm learning to be still and simple. It's hard for me! But I was shocked at what happened when I just sat and allowed things to happen. It all just showed up and felt truthful and alive. I can't wait to continue exploring the intimacy that is acting on camera!” - Jeff Riberdy www.jeffriberdyactor.com I just want to thank you! I had an audition this morning that I've been dreading for a number if reasons but I went in an applied your audition tips and I felt great! For the first time, ever, I really allowed myself time to think the thoughts and let the scene breathe. I'm so thrilled that I decided to take your class. It's already paying off. Can't wait to learn more. - MacKenzie Meehan www.mackenziemeehan.com The Wolf On Wall Street “I'm really loving all that's happening in class. Thank you for your continuous encouragement and inspiration.” - Jessica Kahler http://jessicakahler.com/ "Tuesday was really special, I walked away with such a sense of self and power as a performer unlike ever before. Can't wait to dive deeper." - Wes Mason www.wesmasonstage.com "Can't be more excited and thankful for your class, your spirit, your mentoring!!!! I would say you're one of the few truly supporting, honest, authentic amazing artists out there right now. You are doing magic for us, keep it up!!!!" - Emma Ramos http://www.emmaramos.com/ Your class is just what I needed. You have such a wonderful, positive and inspiring way of helping others. Thank you very very very much for choosing to help us actors do what we love and do it well! I love you! – Breece Wilson http://breecewilson.com/ "Thank you so much for all of your help and incredible insight. I have learned so much from you these past couple of months. I feel so much more confident in auditions situations-- on or off camera. And I feel like I have a deeper understanding of myself as an actor-- my unique essence, and a deeper appreciation of it. As well as how to keep it light! :)" - Myra Thibault http://www.myrathibault.com ""I have been reflecting on the class all week and whenever i think about it i feel calm. Just calm about my work and calm about the future and that is rare for me. Your class really is a safe space to work in and i've not felt that before. Thank you again so much for a truly unique and amazingly fun class! I really do feel very changed as an actor. " - Katie Honaker www.KatieHonaker.com "It can be very hard, as one gets older, to dig into what blocks you- impeding your work, your flow, your joy, etc- and I am deeply grateful to you for giving me a safe space in which I can reveal those things so I can exorcise it and be in my bliss again!" - Darius DeHaas http://www.dariusdehaas.com/ "Honesty. You showed me how to be honest in this business, THE ARTS and myself . When I came into your class I was lost. I had auditioned like a mad man. I had done seminars and met with casting directors and agents. I produced web shows with people that I didn't see eye to eye with on the art. So you make me think about being Honest about my Type, Look and my Abilities. I have been auditioning for a long time and I hate being type casted. Yeah, I know they want to type you because you look a certain way. But my heart and guts tell me that it doesn't have to be that way. I don't have to play a cabbie or tough guy or a terrorist or the funny Indian guy. (I'm not Indian BTW, lol.) So I came back to being Honest. When I play a character, I have to be totally honest in those moments. But then I'm not honest with my self when the camera stops or when the lights black out on stage... So I'm not a writer or director or have any formal training, but who needs a method when you have passion? Thanks, Heidi. You saved me big time...I almost quit 2 months prior and thanks for giving back to the Arts ..to receive things you must first give back..." - Zeshan Bhatti “Your eye and focus and ability to dissect talent issues... amazing.” – Lisa Tharps www.LisaTharps.com "I have been doing this since I was 5 years old, taken a million acting classes and yours was the only one that I actually felt truly helped me as a blocked artist." - Lauren Toub www.LaurenToub.com "I seriously cannot thank you enough for the gift of working with you. These classes and the homework have been a mind-blowing experience. Thank you for helping me break through walls! I feel like The Hulk!" Laura Daniel "Today was the first audition where I really felt like I took back the power in the room, and thus no matter what happens, I feel really great about what I did! And more confident in my abilities for next time. Do I think it was the best work I've done in an audition? No, definitely not, but it was definitely the best overall audition experience I've had in a looong, looong time, or maybe ever. And now I feel like I can focus more on the prep for the actual work - I know, craaaazy idea- instead of freaking out about going into the room. All thanks to techniques you've shared with us. I just had to share that with you. Thank you!!" - Faith Aronowitz http://www.faitharonowitz.com/ "I loved your class and it really did help to boost my confidence ( as well as my skills) as I head back out to the wilds of LA." - Mia Baron "I'd love for you to know that I still apply your audition technique and find it invaluable. In fact I just booked a recurring role on Boardwalk Empire season 3 " - Katy Wright-Meade http://katywrightmead.com HBO’s Boardwalk Empire "It was really nice to get to know you again after all these years, and I do feel that what I learned in the class has fundamentally changed how I audition on camera. No small thing!" - Dashiell Eaves http://www.dashielleaves.com "[The agent] said, "Yep. I can tell Ana Maria's been working with Heidi Marshall"." - Ana Maria Jomoloca “I remember one of our classes where you talked of women and make-up and how going without make-up can be a powerful tool that we should get comfortable using. So, I used it! Of course once I got to the audition and saw all the "hot mamas" I began the doubting game! Ah, the mind, such a beautiful dangerous weapon we use to torture ourselves!! In any case Heidi, your classes have taught me to think more expansively about the audition/casting/role-making process; in the past I never would have gone for an "older" role or gone without make-up & such - ultimately, these are the self-imposed boundaries that limit us. And even though I didn't think I got the part, I wasn't sad about it because I came in fully prepared. Actually getting the part was almost beyond comprehension! Wouldn't you know, I got the call from the director giving me the role!” -Shannon Conley “Thank you for the wonderful tips you gave us. Since your class I've been booking student films, taking more classes, and growing as an actor. I'm trying to take my acting to the next level.” – Erin Singleton “I was inspired by all of the direction and exercises you provided during class. It brought to light a number of different areas that I had not ever been exposed to. In essence I now have more tools in my box because of your class.” -Mia Zifkin "I had a good casting session with several indie film casting directors at Network event. I have to say, that they loved the picture you suggested as an Indie shot, overall the scene was a big hit, and it was wonderful to be able to direct them to my website to see my reel for other work. Thanks for pushing for those things to come together. " - Eric Chase http://www.ericdchase.com/ I loved your class and it really did help to boost my confidence ( as well as my skills) as I head back out to the wilds of LA. - Mia Baron

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