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Stage 32 · 3 Nov 2025
Subtitle: A commentary on identity, ego and the myth of self-building in entertainment circles (or how to avoid a moderation banhammer( :)I don’t know how to envy. Honestly. I couldn’t care less about your career takeoff on a porta-potty in Dubai or how many facelifts you’ve had this week. How much money you’ve made —…
Stage 32 · 3 Nov 2025
This 1 Simple Addition to Your Acting Resume Makes it Powerfulhttps://youtu.be/cL4QVekbplwDo you have any suggestions for things to do on acting resumes to make them stand out?If so, please share it here and on the channel so we can learn from you.#actingresume #actorresume #auditionpreparation#actorslife #castingcall
Stage 32 · 2 Nov 2025
8 months later! I created the actors toolbox that is blowing industry professionals away!! Look and IF you are an actor and want to book more and have the upper hand over all other actors..watch this video. Are self tapes hard for you?
Stage 32 · 2 Nov 2025
8 months later! I created the actors toolbox that is blowing industry professionals away!! Look and IF you are an actor and want to book more and have the upper hand over all other actors..watch this video. Are self tapes hard for you?
Stage 32 · 1 Nov 2025
Hey everyone! I’m really new to acting and trying to figure out how to get started. The only experience I have is two high school theatre classes I took during COVID, so basically I’m starting from scratch.I’d love any tips on how to learn more about acting, find opportunities, or just practice and improve. Are there g…
Stage 32 · 31 Oct 2025
What are your FAVORITE horror movies to watch this time of year? I ask because I plan on doing a good binge at some point this wknd, (preferably during the day since I get too scared watching spooky things in the dark lol) and am looking for recommendations! Do your worst, I want to scream at the tv and hide under my b…
Stage 32 · 30 Oct 2025
So far this year for the Holiday I've been Carry Anne Moss playing Trinity in the Matrix, a Leopard, & Ariel from The Little Mermaid :DDo you use the opportunity to be different characters for fun? If so, what are you going as this year :P
Stage 32 · 30 Oct 2025
Just read that Netflix received a $41 million UK government subsidy to shoot the new Knives Out film in London instead of New York. This seems to be part of a growing trend — the UK has seen a 7.6% increase in money from foreign studios — and I know it’s not just happening here. Other countries are becoming more financ…
Stage 32 · 30 Oct 2025
Hey everyone! I'm a newer screenwriter and would love to learn about the process actors go through when reading scripts, what you look for, what needs to be there for you to build your performance, and so on. In general, what elements in a script make you excited to take on a role?If any of you would like to share your…
Stage 32 · 29 Oct 2025
We’ve all heard the saying, “The show must go on,” but I never truly understood it until this past week.On Friday morning, I was booked to work on a Netflix production when I received a text from my sister: our mother had been taken to the hospital. After breakfast, I called to find out what was happening. For the past…
Stage 32 · 29 Oct 2025
Director Scott Cooper and actors Jeremy Allen White and Odessa Young sit down to talk about having Bruce Springsteen on set while they filming 'Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere'.(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvRxUStKSiE)
Stage 32 · 29 Oct 2025
Miles Teller, Elizabeth Olsen and Callum Turner weigh in on film and TVs top love triangles ahead of their upcoming movie release ETERNITY(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S9gtwyVrVFs)
Stage 32 · 27 Oct 2025
When Battlestar Galactica debuted its reboot in 2003, it came with one of the boldest creative decisions in science fiction television: reimagining the iconic fighter pilot Starbuck, originally played by Dirk Benedict in the 1978 series, as a woman, portrayed by Katee Sackhoff.In a recent interview, Sackhoff shared tha…
Stage 32 · 27 Oct 2025
7 Huge Demo Reel Mistakes That Make Casting Directors Click Awayhttps://youtu.be/p-BbRpTCMYkDo you have a demo reel? If so, please share it here and let us know what clips you used and how you created the reel, so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 26 Oct 2025
Just finished reading Coffee & Content and watching the video documentary about the making of the visual effects for 'bullet time' in the film, The Matrix. It took over a year of experimenting for just ten seconds worth of film. Hearing about that and about how long it took the directors to get anyone interested in mak…
Stage 32 · 24 Oct 2025
Hi friends. So I just read a People magazine interview out today with Allison Williams. She recently got married to Alexander Dreymon. They met on the set of the 2020 movie 'Horizon Line'. She says that by the time she decided to start dating him she had seen many different sides of him; grumpy, hungry and exhausted. S…
Stage 32 · 23 Oct 2025
Hey Acting Lounge, I’m looking for the best qualities to bring a complex villain to life. The role is Kaizu Shen, a calm but calculating figure who betrayed his tribe and now runs an underground arena empire called the Hollow Network. I’ve been considering Mark Dacascos for the role — his physicality and intensity caug…
Stage 32 · 22 Oct 2025
Actor, writer, and director Ethan Hawke (Before Sunrise, Training Day, Dead Poets Society) rides the subway with Kareem Rahma for a raw conversation about art, fame, and what really matters. He breaks down why chasing money ruins creativity, why fame is a trap, and why true artists make work for the love of it, not for…
Stage 32 · 22 Oct 2025
This literally just happened. I had a callback audition this morning via Zoom. The instructions were to show up 15 minutes early and expect to stay 15 minutes after, in case they were running early or late. So there I was at 10:30am for my 10:45am callback. Then 11:00 came and went. Then 11:15 came and went. Then…
Stage 32 · 21 Oct 2025
This is a question for actors, acting coaches, and possibly even directors. What do you think is the most important quality for an actor to possess? I am interested in hearing from those who have worked with a lot of actors, who have had to manage personalities, especially. For me, I think the most important quality f…
Stage 32 · 20 Oct 2025
Training Films Are Great Jobs For Actorshttps://youtu.be/lRzN_aXazTsHave you ever worked on a training film? If so, what was the project about and how did you get the job?Share your information here so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 17 Oct 2025
I am looking for a few actors for a table read in Pasadena, on October 26 from 10 AM to 2 PM. I'll have light snacks. $50.00. This will be my fourth feature, all distributed. You'll read a character and then offer feedback. It is a chamber piece and a psychological thriller. Title: FACES. Log Line: On the night of…
Stage 32 · 16 Oct 2025
Sydney, Australia – October 2025 – In an entertainment world often driven by quick fame, Alex Bar is emerging as a standout talent defined by depth, dedication, and genuine artistry. The Sydney-based actor has earned early recognition for his emotional range and natural screen presence — and industry insiders hint that…
Stage 32 · 16 Oct 2025
It was 5 days ago that she died. I enjoyed reading this obituary about her life as an actress. https://www.theguardian.com/film/2025/oct/12/diane-keaton-obituaryWhich was your favourite film that she acted in?
Stage 32 · 16 Oct 2025
The guy said, 1) "I think you need stability in your relationships because your whole life is in the unknown as an Actress" (Actually sir, I'm pretty sure no woman wants an unstable relationship with her boyfriend, in fact I'm certain I'd still want a secure relationship even if I was an accountant)2) during a heated a…
Stage 32 · 15 Oct 2025
Few actors have navigated such a bold and unpredictable path as Matthew McConaughey. In this incredible retrospective, McConaughey walks through the defining roles of his career, from his breakout in Dazed and Confused to the emotional depths of Dallas Buyers Club and Interstellar.Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/wa…
Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
Naomi Watts talks about how she struggled to book work until David Lynch cast her from a photo. Mulholland Drive changed everything for her. I am wondering if anyone has a story like that. Did someone cast you in a TV show or movie that completely changed the trajectory of your career?https://variety.com/2025/film/ente…
Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
Back in the day, I LOVED the film "Clue" with Tim Curry. I remember going to the theatre and seeing not just the regular poster for the film, but each character got their own poster. Mr. Green, Colonel Mustard, Mrs. White, the whole cast!Fast forward 40 years and I'm acting, writing, directing and producing and I jus…
Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
Came across this recent video breaking down the acting in No Country for Old Men. It's pretty new --- was uploaded one month ago. The Anti-Method Acting of No Country for Old Men | Acting Breakdownhttps://youtu.be/3o6OmgsLIjQ?si=0Aq56A3BVKGurO6QFantastic editing. Overall, it's a pretty great video breaking down how gro…
Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
I had an interesting conversation with a lit manager recently who suggested I lean into a thriller I’d been developing — even though my natural lane is dark comedy. His point was simple (and humbling): it’s an easier door to open right now than TV.I took the note, refocused, and I’m now in final-draft territory. The pr…
Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
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Stage 32 · 14 Oct 2025
I've gone dark for a while, but not forever. I guess it's called 'in production' in filmmaker-speak. So far, I've been through: contract breaches; lead talent jumping ship; at least 3 major re-writes on the fly; 9 timezones, equipment failures that would put Apollo 13 to shame; tropical storms; injuries; eye watering f…
Stage 32 · 13 Oct 2025
Why Getting an Acting Audition Means You've Already Won https://youtu.be/1cK1VTLsva0 Have you ever felt frustrated by getting auditions but not booking? If so, share your thoughts here.
Stage 32 · 12 Oct 2025
Just finished reading @RB's blog, "Coffee & Content" . Very pertinent to actors because it contains a link to a You Tube documentary about Charlize Theron's career. Admittedly I didn't know much about it other than Monster. It's illuminating and inspiring because it shows her to be an actress that is more interested i…
Stage 32 · 10 Oct 2025
The shadow in my sleep Our independent filmThe director: Richard Samson The screenwriter: Cynthia Samson Actors: Abdel-Rahim Dris Richard Samson Cynthia Samson
Stage 32 · 10 Oct 2025
This week, my daughter was cast in an indie film—but after reading the scene she’d be part of, she decided to pass. Without going into detail, the content was simply too dark, and she knew in her gut she’d regret it later.It reminded me how important it is, as creatives, to know our boundaries and trust our instincts.…
Stage 32 · 10 Oct 2025
https://slate.com/culture/2025/10/if-i-had-legs-rose-byrne-oscars-best-actress-a24.html
Stage 32 · 9 Oct 2025
As a writer and actor taking an acting class, I’ve learned a lot about the craft, and I’d love to share it with other actors. See what you should do to evolve as an actor. I’m on Patreon! Check it out there.https://www.patreon.com/posts/140629711?utm_campaign=postshare_creator
Stage 32 · 8 Oct 2025
I was just wondering for a person just starting out in acting & as a model, how do I go about get more jobs? I live in Jacksonville, FL and there not many opportunities here for models or actresses.
Stage 32 · 7 Oct 2025
From Daryl Dixon’s crossbow to Negan’s infamous “Lucille,” some of the most recognizable pieces from The Walking Dead universe are officially going up for auction.Read more here:https://deadline.com/gallery/the-walking-dead-universe-memorabilia-auction-props-photos/For eleven seasons, The Walking Dead redefined televis…
Stage 32 · 6 Oct 2025
I'm wondering if the working actors out there have any scenes that were particularly challenging or memorable to shoot?Do you have any favorite memories from the set or the stage that you would share with us? If you are just starting out, have you had a scene that you found challenging; either tested your acting skills…
Stage 32 · 6 Oct 2025
What's a unique acting/voice acting technique you've used in a movie, show, video game, etc.?
Stage 32 · 6 Oct 2025
Please review and critique me. This drops on Peacock October 16th. I play Robert Piest. Here is the trailer. I am the first person you see and hear in the trailer.https://youtu.be/0GN0aALClVA?si=lbBiDKcC_wSXLS3d
Stage 32 · 6 Oct 2025
Acting Work Slow? Say These 8 Words to Your Agent (They Actually Work) https://youtu.be/MSbN3X3huk4 Let us know what you did when acting work was slow. Share it here.
Stage 32 · 6 Oct 2025
I have just finished reading this week's Coffee & Content in which RB talks about the film War Games and how it got President Reagan to sit up and get his national security team to improve defence against cyber attacks. I agree with RB that the researchers, writers and film-makers were lucky that their topic was so cu…
Stage 32 · 5 Oct 2025
Hello everyone! I’m working on a personal creative project and I’m looking for a female dancer or performer who would like to recreate a short dance video I originally made.The video is light, expressive, and purely for personal use — not for commercial distribution.No payment is involved, but this could be a fun artis…
Stage 32 · 4 Oct 2025
i've tried to put a post up in "Trending Lounge Discussions twice now but it keeps coming up in "acting". Am I doing somrthing wrong or is it site? This one I also posted to "Trending". but here it is in "actinga
Stage 32 · 4 Oct 2025
As a disabled, destitute senior writer I would love to enter my completed half-hour dramedy pilot:, "A Stroke of Luck," but 60 bucks is out of my reach. jedpower@verizon.net Do other diversity writers find this a problem too?
Stage 32 · 4 Oct 2025
As a disabled, destitute senior writer I would love to enter my completed half-hour dramedy pilot:, "A Stroke of Luck," but 60 bucks is out of my reach. jedpower@verizon.net Do other diversity writers find this a problem too?
