Hi everyone! Amanda from Past the Gate here! I wanted to officially welcome you all to the new Words in Motion Acting Studio community led by Emmy Award-winning acting coach Kelly Young-Silva. I’ll still absolutely be around and supporting this space, especially when it comes to industry insight, auditions, representation guidance, and information connected to Past the Gate Talent Agency. But this community is now growing into something even bigger focused on actor training, education, support, and creative growth. Kelly has so much knowledge and experience to offer actors at every level, and I’m genuinely excited for everyone to learn from her and watch this community evolve. Thank you all for being here and supporting this next chapter.

This section is for all things training, technique, and growth. Ask questions, share breakthroughs, and get feedback on your acting craft. Whether you're working on auditions, monologues, or just trying to level up your on-camera presence, this is your space. Monitored by Emmy Award-winning acting coach Kelly Young-Silva, founder of Atlanta Acting Studio, who offers expert insights and professional guidance right here in this thread. Her advice is worth so much!! Use it to: - Ask about performance choices - Get critique on character work - Dive into scene analysis - Explore mindset shifts that actually work If you’re serious about your growth—start here.

WELCOME!! So glad you are here! This is where aspiring actors, creatives, and dreamers get the tools (and support) they need to break into the industry with confidence. Here’s how we keep this space inspiring, safe, and productive for everyone: 1. Be Positive This is a growth space, not a gossip space. Vent if you need to, but always come back to a solution-oriented mindset. 2. Make an Effort You don’t need to be perfect, just present. Watch the trainings, ask questions, offer feedback, and show up for yourself. 3. Be Kind No shade. No snark. No superiority complex. Everyone is at a different point in their journey, and that’s what makes this community powerful. 4. Be Encouraging Celebrate other people’s wins as if they were your own. Acting is hard enough, this is where we cheer each other on. 5. No Spam or Self-Promotion No sliding in with “DM me for coaching” or posting your course link unless you've cleared it with admin first. Keep it classy. 6. Respect Privacy + Vulnerability What’s shared here stays here. Don’t screenshot or share people’s posts outside this space without permission. Please comment (or reply) the title of your favorite movie, television show, or play to acknowledge you have read and agree!