Watch / Winter Showcase Reflections with Shauna Griffith
In this practical and actor-focused session, casting director Shauna Griffith shares clear, actionable advice on self-taping, presence, and what truly makes a performance stand out. Drawing from her experience casting commercials and screen work, she emphasises the importance of staying present – creating a believable world, responding truthfully, and allowing the audience to feel like […]
Watch / Autumn Showcase Reflections with Paul Fegan
In this generous and practical session, voice producer and studio owner Paul Fegan shares his journey into sound, voiceover, e-learning, and audiobooks, while offering grounded advice for actors interested in voice work. Speaking from decades of experience recording performers, Paul demystifies the voiceover world and encourages actors to approach it with curiosity, preparation, and confidence. […]
Watch / Summer Showcase Reflections with Sarah Hone
In this insightful session, casting director (and Associate Creative Director at Bow Street Academy) Sarah Hone shares practical advice and heartfelt encouragement for actors navigating self-tapes, slates, auditions, and the ups and downs of the industry. Speaking from her experience at Ali Coffey Casting and Bow Street, she urges actors to stop performing and start […]
Watch / Inside a Casting Office with Ali Coffey (Pt 2)
In part 2 of this behind-the-scenes conversation, Irish casting director Ali Coffey offers a rare and generous look into the casting process from script to screen. Drawing on decades of experience, she walks us through how projects begin, how offers and auditions are managed, what factors influence casting decisions, and how casting teams collaborate across […]
Watch / Producing Swing Bout with Sinéad O’Riordan
In this inspiring session, actor and producer Sinéad O’Riordan shares her unconventional journey into the film industry, from software engineering to founding her own production company, ORion Productions. She discusses her dual role as actor and producer on the feature film Swing Bout, a female-led boxing drama that premiered at the Dublin International Film Festival, […]
Watch / Spring Showcase Reflections with Ali Coffey
In this warm and insightful conversation, Aislinn Aungier (Head of Casting at Fishpond) sits down with Ali Coffey, the founder of Fishpond and a leading Irish casting director, to discuss the standout self-tapes from Fishpond’s Spring Showcase and broader casting insights. Ali shares detailed feedback on performance, emotional connection, accent work, and industry expectations. She […]
Watch / Acting in the USA with Liam Alex Heffron
In this insightful and candid conversation, actor Liam Alex Heffron discusses his journey from acting in Ireland to relocating and working in Los Angeles. Speaking with Aislinn Aungier of Fishpond, Liam reflects on his early career, the transition to the U.S., visa logistics, changes in the acting industry, representation, and how Irish actors can navigate […]
Watch / Creating Your Own Work with Siobhán Aislinn
Irish actor, writer, and producer Siobhán Aislinn shares how she took charge of her career by writing and producing the award-winning feature Blurred Lines. From creative drive to business savvy, Siobhán speaks honestly about building something from scratch, and what actors should know about doing the same. Date Tuesday 25th March 2025FP Host Aislinn AungierGuest […]
Watch / Inside a Casting Office with Ali Coffey (Pt 1)
Ali Coffey is an award-winning Irish casting director and the founder of AC Casting and Fishpond. With over two decades of experience, Ali offers a unique perspective on what it takes to succeed in casting. Here, Ali shares her thoughts on casting – including the aspects she loves, the diverse skills required, how to build […]
Watch / Taking Control of Your Career with Aislinn Aungier
In this grounding and thoughtful session, Aislinn from Fishpond invites actors to ease into the new year by focusing on intentionality, reflection, and sustainable progress. Rather than rushing to set goals on January 1st, actors are encouraged to think deeply about the kind of work they want to do, who they want to work with, […]