Film Things with Sol Studios

Ron and Ashley talk about ways to stay connected while PHYSICAL distancing.  During these trying times we should do our best to stay socially close while remaining physically apart.  Listen to learn about all different ways the Sol Virtual Studio is offering to stay connected and creative.  

Ron and Ashley discuss the new world we find ourselves in and why creativity, self expression and empathy are more important than ever. 

Ron and Ashley talk with UNM Filmmaking Professor/Professional Movie Maker Matthew McDuffie.   Matthew talks about the joy that comes from creating your own work and how his upcoming 3-Minutes Production Lab will help participants develop meaningful material from script to screen.

Ron, Ashley and Chris break down the differences between leading and supporting roles and the responsibilities of both.  As producers, directors and writers, Chris, Ron and Ashley provide unique insight into the amount of preparation an actor should expect based on the size of the role they book.

Part 2 of an epic interview with Brad Lemack.  Ron, Ashley and Brad discuss the sustainability of the New Mexico film industry and how well trained actors can save filmmakers money and create more opportunities for locals. 

In this episode of the Film Things with Sol Studios podcast, Ron and Ashley and LA talent manager Brad Lemack discuss how actors in New Mexico can properly prep for an audition, book the room and create a personal narrative of success and joy.  

Ron and Ashley talk about getting going in 2020 and all the good stuff happening in NM film and television!

This podcast is dedicated to the actors' best friend, Film Makers! People should be grateful over the holidays for all the people out there creating projects and in this episode Ron Weisberg and Ashley Ward talk with filmmaker Andy Kastelic.  This was recorded a while back but its finally time to put it up!  Happy Holidays!

Ron Weisberg and Ashley Ward sit down to talk all things auditioning!  Listen to learn booking tips and tricks and get a sneak peak of the upcoming 2 Week Audition Bootcamp featuring 3 different teachers and one industry professional.  

In our 20th episode Ron talks with Michelle Campbell about the voiceover industry and the her upcoming Animation Voiceover Workshop. 

Ron talks with local writer and filmmaker Scotty Milder on the process of writing horror, the misconceptions surrounding the genre and his upcoming class 'Writing the Horror Movie'. 

Ron interviews 'Staged Combat Dojo' instructor Mike Kirby about his upcoming class and the art of combat on camera. 

Part two of an interview with executive Director of NM Film Foundation Dirk Norris.

Part one of an interview with executive Director of NM Film Foundation Dirk Norris.

An in-depth look at the upcoming Albuquerque Film and Music Experience with Executive Director Ivan Weiner

Ron interviews LA talent manager Brad Lemack on building a career as an actor in 2019. 

Ron Weisberg and Chris Ranney discuss Hollywood acting legend Basil Hoffman and how he has changed their careers.  Basil comes to town this weekend for his famous workshop 'Acting and How to be Good at it'.

Ron interviews LA based writer, director, producer, and Actors Studio photography teacher Todd Felderstein.  Together Ron and Todd take an in depth look into what it means to be a content creator today. 

Ron and Ashley interview Sol Student Giancarlo Beltran on his experiences at the studio and how he broke into the NM film and television industry. 

Ron interviews Stasberg Institute Teacher Rachel Bailit about the famous Method Acting Technique and her upcoming workshop at the Sol Studio.

Ron interviews upcoming Intro to Meisner Technique teacher Quinn Meisner on the ins and outs of this historic technique.  

Ron travels to LA and interviews actor Carlos Moreno and director Tamar Helpern about the benefits of training from a young age.  This extended episode includes audition information for young men in their 20's at the end.  

An interview with NM actor/director and upcoming Sol teacher Vic Browder on the importance of character essence. 

Ron and Ashley talk about the importance listening and taking direction as an actor.  Directors and casting directors are looking for attentive and flexible actors.  Learn how to be more present and adaptable in the lastest Film Things with Sol Studios Podcast. 

Ron and Ashley discuss the impact of performance training on young minds and the importance of acting classes in regards you youth development. 

Everything you need to know about Monologues and an interview with the monologue master - Basil Hoffman!  

Sol owners Chris Ranney and Ron Weisberg discuss the process of breaking into the on camera acting industry.

Ron and Ashley offer business tips for actors looking to work professionally then dive into the upcoming Brad Lemack workshop 'The New Business of Acting'.