Harvey And Cathy Kalmenson PT1 - Voice Over Casting - Creators Of The Kalmenson Method - EP224

Chuck and Stacey are honored to welcome and interview teaching and voice over casting icons, Harvey and Cathy Kalmenson to the show. Since 1993, they have been casting and directing radio and TV commercials, animation, audiobooks and video games and are the creators of The famous Kalmenson Method, the highly respected voice over acting teaching program.
Originally from Chicago, Cathy shares her background working in talent payment at Leo Burnett Advertising in Chicago then at Abrams Rubiloff in Los Angeles. She would then go on to agenting at Tisherman Agency and in the celebrity division at Special Artists. Her love for casting was discovered at The Voicecaster and would lead her and Harvey to form Kalmenson and Kalmenson in 1993 that to date boasts a database of more than 28,000 talented voice over actors.
Harvey explains the origin of his popular nickname “Da Harv” and how his background in legit theatre and stage managing led him to accept a job voice directing at Abrams Rubiloff where he met his future wife and business partner, Cathy. Harvey expresses his passion for voice over actors to be method actors and the importance of knowing “why” they are saying the words on the page.
The two talk about what keeps them inspired to be a part of the voice over business and Chuck and Stacey sing the praises of the Kalmenson’s for their amazing industry contributions in casting and teaching. Cathy speaks to some of the current commercial trends that include being truthful, vulnerable and authentic.
They talk about what talent buyers and producers are wanting from voice over talent and the ways they rely on Harvey and Cathy to think outside the box and find them who they want for their projects. They are adept at translating writer’s speak into agent’s speak and then into actor’s speak so they can capture the essence of the copy.
Harvey talks about the importance of improvisation in life and in acting. He encourages talent to not throw away their craft when doing commercials and be responsive to what is happening. He adds that directing commercials is some of the most difficult work to do.
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[@TommyTucker77]

So good. Thanks.

[@vobuzzweekly]

There isn’t a voice actor in LA or any of the major markets around the country that wouldn’t LOVE to be a part of the Kalemson & Kalmenson casting talent pool, so being able to listen to Harvey & Cathy and learning what they need from YOU (the voice actor) is a GREAT way to get in on their roster!! Listen up, pay attention and take some notes. :)

[@italianguy607]

I attended Kalmenson and Kalmenson. I think its one of the best things I ever did! Not only did I learn a lot of great stuff but I had a blast as well!

[@euodow]

Wow! More great stuff! Hearing people like the Kalmensons is a great way to "check the foundation," if you know what I mean. Los Angeles is almost 2300 miles away from my town; and, I don't imagine I'll be visiting LA anytime soon. Before your show, I didn't know Kalmenson & Kalmenson existed, and they seem like terrific people. Thanks! I'm looking forward to next weeks' show!

[@laurelharrisactor]

This is Fantastic. Thanks so much for interviewing and sharing the wealth of info that the The Kalmensons bring to this industry. They are terrific, caring and their method rocks. Can't say enough good things. Thanks all!!

[@wavstudionet]

5:27 Kathryn "Doing it our way, no stopping us"- totally! my all-time fave TV show theme song is from Laverne and Shirley. By the way, Superb interview with these two! By you two awesomesauce professionals. Watching it again. :)

[@JayPreston]

Recording studio in a wine cellar. Another reason to love the guy!

[@CharlesDeWayneold]

Free lessons....I love it!