Acting isn't just a job, it's a way of life. It makes you open your heart, expose your vulnerabilities and share your authentic self... over and over again. If you want to be the kind of performer who has an endless well of inspiration, creativity and rock-solid techniques to pull from, then there s only one way for you to go: The Positive Path. And there s only one person to take you there: top Hollywood acting coach, Shari Shaw. For nearly two decades, Shari has helped thousands of actors score dream jobs while leading a life that they love. Now, Shari shares her secrets in this must-have, how-to guide to stop second guessing your talent and start kicking a$$ in your career, including:The 7 steps to successfully break down a drama or comedy scriptTransforming your Pain Pit into your Power Pit Building your positivity bubble for professional & personal protectionTurning your memories into rocket fuel for actingSelf-care rituals for positive actorsExercises to relax, visualize and actualize success I look forward to working with actors who have worked with Shari Shaw they have talent, confidence and do their homework. It makes my job easier and more fun! - Pamela Fryman, Director/Producer, Merry Happy Whatever, One Day At A Time, How I Met Your Mother I ve seen Shari in action with her students a number of times. She s a delight to watch. She s straightforward, yet constructive in her criticism. She s also super encouraging when she talks about an actor s life. If I were an actor I m not, it s way too hard I d feel as if I were in great hands. - Mark Wilding, Executive Producer, Good Girls, Scandal I truly enjoy coaching with Shari before an audition. Her pointers and breakdown of character are always helpful. Plus she likes to run the material with you endlessly which really prepares you to be comfortable, focused and ready to go. - Roselyn Sanchez, Series Regular, Devious Maids, Without A Trace, Grand Hotel Shari is amazing! She helps you look at a script and really find the comedy that works for you so it s really genuine and authentic. - Danielle Macdonald, Starring in Dumplin , Unbelievable, Patti Cake$, Birdbox
