Jon Ferreira: Actor, performance coach and talent scout in Boston, Massachusetts.

I was just curious to know if anyone has made it through all thirteen episodes of House of Cards yet. It was just released on Netflix two days ago, but I'm sure there are others like me that binge-watched it all in those first couple days. I was quite a fan of the first season, but I must admit that I think this season surpassed the last. As the stakes got higher, the show ramped up its intensity, and for those that have seen it, there are quite a few shocking twists. What I enjoyed most about this season was its very obvious parallels to Richard III and Macbeth, and the deceptive plotting and duplicity of not only Frank, but Claire Underwood as well. The two are perfectly fitted, and are virtually indistinguishable from Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. This is some of the finest acting I have ever seen Robin Wright do. She has truly stretched her range this season. On the other hand, what I did miss this season was more of Frank's charming wit and genuine humanity. I understand that he is dehumanizing as he ruthlessly bounds after power and prestige, but I still need to see an underlying motivation....a super objective that is more nuanced than blind ambition. I wanna know why. I want to see the humanity that compels him to hide behind the mask that grins and lies. I think we lost some of that this season. Don't get me wrong, we're still talking about an early contender for this year's Emmys. Spacey is sublime. And with the ascendency of Claire Underwood, this duo is a marvel to watch. I tried to avoid all spoilers, so if you haven't seen House of Cards yet, I strongly suggest you do. House of Cards Trailer

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Hello. I must say, you've had such a fascinating journey to get you where you are today. What a compelling narrative. How wonderful to have come out of the competitive figure skating world. Once upon a time, I was new to LA as well. That city dreams big, and it will be whatever you make it. I just wanted to stop by and say hi. Actors often have to dredge the depths and seek out other people's memories to build a character. Sounds like you've got plenty to work with already. Congrats. And let me know how that getting work thing works out. Break a leg! :-)

Hi Sarah! Thanks for the add. I've been reading over your profile, and I see you're new to acting. I was wondering if you've had any formal training? I ask because I run an Acting Studio up here in Bangor called Mainestage Actors Studio & Talent (MAST), and I'm alway welcoming new students. Even if it meant coming up for a day long workshop. It's always good to find local talent in the Maine area. Feel free to check out my website at www,jon-ferreira.com. Take care! :-)

Hi everyone. I'm fairly new to the world of acting --- working through my second year of Meisner training. I started acting on a whim, to explore whether or not I liked it, to deepen and enrich my emotional life, and to cultivate a new creative outlet. And, I harbored a secret fantasy of being on screen or in front of an audience, delivering an engaging and emotional performance. I learned so far that I LOVE it! My time working in class, on films, and on scenes is more real, honest and authentic than my work within the corporate world. One of the most profound secrets that I've learned so far is to not 'try to be good.' My best work to date is when I'm completely free and I strip away the need to be good, the need to achieve something, the fear of being bad, etc... When I'm most authentic and most grounded, I'm doing my best work. I'm wondering --- what lessons have you learned that you wish you knew when you were just starting out. It could be about the craft of acting or the business of acting.

Hi friends, my name is Jon Ferreira and I've started my own acting studio called Mainestage Actors Studio & Talent (MAST) in my home state of Maine.I live in a relatively small town and the area is mostly pretty rural. However, the population is growing and one can sense a city on the verge of exploding with talent. I saw a need in the community, and I'm trying to meet that need with a new outlet and artistic home. So far, I've had only a couple of classes, and far more people hiring me as their private acting coach. Business is unquestionably slow, but it's not surprising, as I'm just beginning to build this studio. As you might guess, I would love to have any of you in my class. I am looking to recruit wherever I can. But this is not the place for self-promotion. Instead, it is a fellowship of artists, committed to their craft, and to each other. I come to you today to ask what kinds of theatre courses/ acting classes are you most interested in taking? What would attract you to my school? Currently, I offer Acting for Beginners I & II, Advanced Acting I & II, Improvisation I & II, Scene Study I & II, Audition Techniques, Shakespeare I & II, and Speech & Articulation. However, I was trained by Kristin Linklater, and could easily teach her method, as well as classes in physical comedy, dialects, styles, dramaturgy, and probably many more. I have three degrees in theatre, and have had extensive training and experience in a wide variety of methods and styles. However, I am mindful of my community and their general lack of experience, and it's more likely that I would not offer more advanced classes at this point. But nonetheless, I am interested in what you are looking for in a class that can feed you spiritually as well as teach you technique. You can also check out my webpage if you'd like to learn more. It's on my profile. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

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