35 episodes

The Purpose of H.T.B.I.S.B. is to serve as a resource for young performers (be it formal training or otherwise) working towards becoming professionals in the business of show. Here we'll discuss things we're expected to know upon entering the business but aren't necessarily taught in formal training or class.

WEBSITE: https://www.businessinshowbusiness.com/
PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/htbisb

How To Business In Show Business CorBen Williams

    • Arts
    • 5.0 • 6 Ratings

The Purpose of H.T.B.I.S.B. is to serve as a resource for young performers (be it formal training or otherwise) working towards becoming professionals in the business of show. Here we'll discuss things we're expected to know upon entering the business but aren't necessarily taught in formal training or class.

WEBSITE: https://www.businessinshowbusiness.com/
PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/htbisb

    20. M.D. Perspective Pt 2

    20. M.D. Perspective Pt 2

    How do you leave an audition like you’ve done your best work? From the Musical Director’s perspective, Matthew Stephens shares his thoughts on how actors can bring out their best work.

    Part two: 


    Strong and wrong
    How best do you obsorb material
    What crafting your team looks like

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    • 24 min
    19. M.D. Perspective Pt 1

    19. M.D. Perspective Pt 1

    How do you leave an audition feeling like you’ve done your best work? From the Musical Director’s perspective, Matthew Stephens shares his thoughts on how actors can bring out their best work.   



    Part One:

    'Ego is a no go.'- Matthew Stephens   

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    • 25 min
    18. Pay to Play Pt 2

    18. Pay to Play Pt 2

    PAY TO PLAY Some actors find success through auditions, some through networking, others through showcasing their work on social media. All that to say what works for one may not work for another. Pay to play is one such avenue where some actors have found their success. Jackie Raye who’s currently on the National Tour of Wicked and the understudy for Glinda and Nessa Rose shares her experience. 

    Part two: 

    - Intensives, workshop, masterclass

    - When the student is ready the teacher will appear

    - How  to be intentional wit your pay to play  

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    • 39 min
    17. Pay to Play Pt 1

    17. Pay to Play Pt 1

    PAY TO PLAY Some actors find success through auditions, some through networking, others through showcasing their work on social media. All that to say what works for one may not work for another. Pay to play is one such avenue where some actors have found their success. Jackie Raye who’s currently on the National Tour of Wicked and the understudy for Glinda and Nessa Rose shares her experience. Part one: ‘We all have our own path’- Jackie Raye HTBISB MEDIA: https://www.businessinshowbusiness.com/ https://www.tiktok.com/@htbisb https://www.instagram.com/htbisb/ https://twitter.com/htbisb APPLE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-to-business-in-show-business/id1547219280 SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/3p1ytQ64BYKRXM3VJQnFsw

    • 36 min
    16. Headshots Pt 2

    16. Headshots Pt 2

    Are you new to the acting field and in need of headshots? How do you obtain them, how much do they cost? How do you find a photographer to get said headshot? Sean Turi, the CEO, and founder of Sean Turi Photo Studio explains what's within your control as an actor. In this episode, Sean will share his knowledge about the business. Giving strong insight for actors on how to capture strong headshots.

    Part two; 

    How to find a photographer in and out of the market 

    Research, budget (pricing), current looks 

    Development phase 

    Sean Turi: https://www.seanturi.com/ 

    Marketing looks: 

    https://poyeyphotos.com/popular-headshot-marketing-looks-trending-today/ 

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    • 53 min
    15. Headshots Pt 1

    15. Headshots Pt 1

    Are you new to the acting field and in need of headshots? How do you obtain them, how much do they cost? How do you find a photographer to get said headshot? Sean Turi, the CEO, and founder of Sean Turi Photo Studio explains what's within your control as an actor. In this episode, Sean will share his knowledge about the business. Giving strong insight for actors on how to capture strong headshots. 

    Part one:

    'Control the things that you can control.'- Sean Turi 

    Sean Turi:

    https://www.seanturi.com/

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    https://www.businessinshowbusiness.com/

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    • 26 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
6 Ratings

6 Ratings

Clayfan!! ,

Theatreloverr

CorbBen’s show shines such a bright light on to what it means to business in show business. His questions are smart, intriguing, and fun! I love how he pulls such wonderful gems of information from each guest on the show. I’d recommend this show to anyone wanting a more knowledgeable understanding of what it means to be in show business!

C-Money3 ,

Innovative!

Discussing the business rather than the show aspect. Looking forward hearing from your feature guests. Strongly recommend this to aspiring performance arts students and even those at the beginning of their respective careers. CorBen great service you’re providing on your patreon. Keep up the good work.

Tut85 ,

Excellent!

Thoughtful and insightful look into the business of the performing arts. Features great interviews with accomplished industry professionals. This podcast is a good resource for aspiring professionals and theatre aficionados alike.

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