Stage 32 · 8 Dec 2023
Cillian Murphy & Margot Robbie | Actors on Actors
A great watch. Instead of actors going after each other for box office sales they helped boost each other up - https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=MecVr3Bz4o0
Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
LA or NYC agents who work with US actors based abroad
Hi all, I would love to know which agents based in the US are willing to work with US actors based abroad. Appreciate very much any recommendations
Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
What Acting Isn't - Speiser/Sturges Acting Studio
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmzkuBWr9oE
Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
Being A “Local Hire”
What exactly does it mean to be a local hire? A local hire means that you are able to work in the shooting location without the need for travel expenses. If you consider yourself to be a local hire, it means you are willing to: fly yourself to the shooting location, put yourself up at a hotel or other residence, and ge…
Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
Missing Person
In 2013, I was a casting director, and I cast the horror feature film "Axeman At Cutter's Creek". One of the actors I promoted to the producer/writer/director was Stephen Eith. I previously cast him in a UC Irvine student TV studio project, and I thought he'd be great for "Axeman". From time to time, I like checking in…
Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
Don't Let Go Of Your Dreams
Like a lot of mom‘s, I put my career and my dreams on hold when I got pregnant. My son is the most precious person in the world to me, so I don‘t regret it but I‘m not gonna lie… when he became a teenager and didn‘t feel like hanging out with me anymore (weird, right?) I realized that things were going to change.All of…
Stage 32 · 5 Dec 2023
Casting Director Audition Advice
- Cindy Tolan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Straight Outta Compton, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, Aladdin, If Beale Street Could Talk)“I give adjustments. I want to find the person for the part, so if there is something that is right about you for the role, but your choice wasn’t going to best tell the story the director or…
Stage 32 · 5 Dec 2023
How Much For Great Self Tape Equipment https://youtu.be/PufWkDyHzOA
Do you know exactly what equipment is needed and the costto shoot great self-tapes? You might be surprised. Watchthe video and learn.https://youtu.be/PufWkDyHzOAWhat equipment are you using and how much did it cost?
Stage 32 · 4 Dec 2023
The art of acting. (behind the mask)
As we sat at tables arranged around the room and the Lecturer sat in the centre. I felt the nerves set in. You know, the dry mouth and sweaty palms. We had all taken a character each in a Shakespeare Play in my "A" level English Lit classes. The girls were natural and one girl performed with such gusto that my feeble d…
Stage 32 · 1 Dec 2023
Today's AMA in the Writer's Room Lounge - Matt Bierman
Hey everyone - Matt Bierman, Producer, Studio Executive, and Stage 32 Educator is hosting a 24-hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") in the Writer's Room Lounge today, focused on Writing and Selling Your Holiday Rom-Com. Here is the link to his AMA so you can hop in and ask Matt your questions: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/vi…
Stage 32 · 30 Nov 2023
Sharon Stone Says No to Big Budget Movie Over Gender Pay Gap
I am not an actor, but I did find this interesting, and it seemed to fit here in this lounge. Stone challenges not only the pay structure, but the opportunity for women in America. How interesting that Saudi Arabia is more open than the U.S.What she has to say is fascinating.https://deadline.com/video/sharon-stone-gend…
Stage 32 · 30 Nov 2023
How To Know You’re Ready For A Manager + What To Do When You Get One
First things first: actors must be ready for a manager before seeking a manager. What do I mean by that? Actors, you must have a career to manage before you pursue management. Managers don’t want to develop a career for you from scratch—it’s more time than we have in the day. At a minimum, you must have professional he…
Stage 32 · 29 Nov 2023
What acting performance in a recent movie has stood out to you and why?
I'll go first - I watched KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON ***spoiler alert**** and I love the scene at the end when Leonardo DiCaprio is talking with his wife and fighting with his feelings on poisoning her. I couldn't believe the range of emotions he let run through his face in that moment, and the way he delivered his lin…
Stage 32 · 29 Nov 2023
I'm seeking out a local publicist
Hi, folks. I'm seeking out a local publicist who can interview me about my three topics that are based on soap operas and music, and I'm struggling.:( Also, my main concerns are the bill and the cost, because those are the last things that I want to be stuck with. If anyone knows a local(Chicago) publicist, please let…
Stage 32 · 28 Nov 2023
Acting
I once attended an acting school, I found it to be very interesting, I also found that it is real work. I have a great appreciation for actors and their skills, It can take sometime to become a pro.
Stage 32 · 28 Nov 2023
An Actor's Greatest Competitor? Will Surprise You
An Actor's Greatest Competitor? Will Surprise You Use the link below to watch the video https://youtu.be/IZ0ZsUMwB2I Have you ever experienced competitiveness from others? If so, share your experience so we can all learn from each other.
Stage 32 · 27 Nov 2023
Cyber monday!
Today is Cyber Monday! Remember that all day long today you get 20% off any Stage 32 on-demand education. If there's anything you've had your eye on today is the day to jump in and take it. You can check out all of our courses here: https://www.stage32.com/educationHave a great and creative day!
Stage 32 · 26 Nov 2023
U.S. talent agents working with actors abroad
Hello all, Can anyone recommend me and agent based in the U.S. who works with U.S. citizen actors who live abroad?
Stage 32 · 26 Nov 2023
It's Giving Tuesday!
Please donate on Giving Tuesday to The Rebuilding, a timely feature project set in 2050 America. Given the craziness that surrounds us, this just makes sense. Plus due to our fiscal sponsorship through The Gotham Film and Media Insititute, all donations are tax-deductible. But we can't make it happen without you - than…
Stage 32 · 24 Nov 2023
Social Media and Actors / Casting Director Advice
Casting director Laurie Records talks about #socialmedia and what advice she would give to #actors who are trying to build out their social media:"If you hate it, I would say then let it go. You do you. But if you have interest in it, be willing to put in the time, and that means daily or every other day. You need to b…
Stage 32 · 22 Nov 2023
ELLEN LEWIS - Casting Director - Team Deakins Podcast
"On this episode of the Team Deakins Episode, casting director Ellen Lewis (KILLERS OF THE FLOWER MOON, THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA, GOODFELLAS) joins us to talk about all things casting—of which we knew very little before speaking with her. A disciple of veteran casting director Juliet Taylor, Ellen shares with us how they…
Stage 32 · 21 Nov 2023
Acting Workshop: Build Your Successful Preparation Process!
Stage 32 is excited to welcome Ryan back! Learn how to do your best scene work - whether you have one hour or one month to prep - with esteemed actor Ryan Cartwright who has starred on numerous television series including BONES, MAD MEN, THE BIG BANG THEORY, KEVIN CAN WAIT and ALPHAS!You will walk away from this class…
Stage 32 · 21 Nov 2023
Adult or Child voices to play kids in Animation
Hello everyone. So I have been thinking which is better for a kids animated series. Child actors the same age as the characters? Child actors a little older so they still sound like kids but have a better understanding of the script or adults who can sound convincing as a child?On one hand I have heard child actors can…
Stage 32 · 21 Nov 2023
Important New Self Tape Rules SAG-AFTRA Negotiated
Important New Self Tape Rules SAG-AFTRA Negotiated that affects both Union and non-union actors. https://youtu.be/fdVdYQBaAqM If you know about some new rules, share them here.
Stage 32 · 20 Nov 2023
Work on set or leave production
Hello everyone have a question how do you know as an Actor that your working with an amateur Director?
Stage 32 · 17 Nov 2023
Actor/Writer/Producer thoughts on the GAI clause
https://deadline.com/2023/11/justine-bateman-sag-aftra-deal-ai-1235616848/
Stage 32 · 16 Nov 2023
Atlanta!!
Where’s all my Atlanta actors at?!? Who’s ready to get back to work!!
Stage 32 · 16 Nov 2023
Talent manager looking for acting coaches
hi all located in los angeleslooking for seasoned acting coaches
Stage 32 · 16 Nov 2023
The strike is over!!!!
Hi Superstars! How's everyone feeling now that the strike is over? To be quite honest, I feel so inspired by SAG-AFTRA's negotiating committees effort and the support of the W.G.A. to defend all union actors around the world. They helped us get more funds with a fresh business model that can sustain our careers for way…
Stage 32 · 15 Nov 2023
Inspiring Actor Audition
No doubt in the TOP 10 of actor auditions is this emotional delivery by Henry Thomas for a film that needs no introduction. You can hear Steven Spielberg at the end give the boy the role on the spot. The flushed redness face, water-filled eyes, uncontrollable cascading tears, hurried-huffing breath and the swallowing b…
Stage 32 · 15 Nov 2023
Looking for actors and comics
Please take a look here. Our new company will be live in early December .Please take a look at this link. Let's have some fun and maybe make some money. https://www.stage32.com/jobs/811262/Actors-or-Comics
Stage 32 · 15 Nov 2023
Today's AMA in the Authoring & Playwriting Lounge
Hey everyone - excited to share this...Suzanne Corso, NYT Bestselling Author, Journalist, TV/Film Correspondent to THE TODAY SHOW, Stage 32 Thought Leader & Educator, is hosting a 24-Hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") in the Authoring Lounge today, focused on "How to Write and Publish Your True Story". I've known Suzanne for…
Stage 32 · 15 Nov 2023
Took A Bad Acting Class - Next Time Ask This Question
Took A Bad Acting Class - Next Time Ask This Question https://youtu.be/43xwDZvaNVQ If this happened to you, share what happened. And, if you did something that helped get you into a better class next time.
Stage 32 · 14 Nov 2023
PSA: Don't take shortcuts!
Just this week, I can't begin to tell you how many people I see asking for handouts without wanting to learn acting or screenwriting. They just wanna wake up and get a job like they're looking for a free prize with their happy meal.This topic has been boiling up inside of me for quite some time, but my last straw is pe…
Stage 32 · 13 Nov 2023
3 Minute Video - Self-taping Tips and Guidance for Actors
For those who don't have time to read the full article, I've created a 3-minute video highlighting the main takeaways.https://youtu.be/zYycXKzbvK8?si=i5VQjadaPtkzMC-h This video is an excerpt from a longer article. To read the full article, please visit: https://www.reflectionscareercoaching.co.uk/post/mastering-the-a…
Stage 32 · 12 Nov 2023
Commercial Casting
A first for me. I recently auditioned for a tv commercial where the brief for hero male was 50-60 and ‘wife’ a similar age. Just seen the finished commercial and the roles were filled by mid-30’s actors. I know briefs change in this world, but the ‘wife’ was played by the casting director on the commercial. I’ve seen c…
Stage 32 · 12 Nov 2023
Determining Intent In Acting and Directing
It is good to determine intent as a Director and as an Actor. How do we determine Intent?By asking questions to ourselves:What does the character want, or what goal are they trying to achieve in the scene?Define each scene by what the character wants:Is it physical or tangible?is it information?Is it emotional?The Seco…
Stage 32 · 11 Nov 2023
The AGENT EPISODE: Anthony Boyer Breaks It All The Way Down - Think Bigger Actors Podcast
https://thinkbiggerpodcast.libsyn.com/episode-411-anthony-boyer-the-agent-episode
Stage 32 · 11 Nov 2023
Round Two of Auditions
In round two of auditions, we've got THE superstar contenders who check all the boxes – they look the part, act like the pros they are, and could totally rock our their characters. Now, instead of a quick script run, we're give them more time to flex their acting muscles. Three performances of each scene, with differen…
Stage 32 · 10 Nov 2023
Actor Needs
What would you all say you need the most help with as an actor? From craft to navigating the business...what do you feel like would help your career the most right now?
Stage 32 · 10 Nov 2023
Auditions for Actors
The First Audition Auditioning is a nerve-wracking experience for the actor, and it's your job to make them feel as comfortable as possible. The more comfortable the actor or actress, the better the performance, and the better the performance, the more of their skill level you will see. Beginning the audition - When…
Stage 32 · 10 Nov 2023
Ed Hooks with Master Tips on ‘Acting for Animators’
I found this really interesting. The NY actor turned teacher discusses how DreamWorks’ 1996 request shifted his life path and kicked off his 30+ year career training animators. https://www.awn.com/news/podcast-ep-231-ed-hooks-master-tips-acting-animators
Stage 32 · 10 Nov 2023
Why any work is better than no work
It wasn't too long ago I was making low budget Tik Tok shorts using my phone and I would put my best one on my IMDB. People would laugh because "it's not a real film and IMDB is no place for homemade tik tok videos!" But I always knew that my goal was to show people what I was capable of.Sure, I wouldn't exactly recomm…
Stage 32 · 9 Nov 2023
Mastering the Art of Self-Taping: A Guide for Actors with Tips from Casting Directors
As a talent agent, I regularly receive a high volume of self-tapes every week, which has now become the new normal. Through this experience, I have noticed some common mistakes that people make while recording and have compiled them into an article. Whether you are new to the industry or just looking for tips to perfec…
Stage 32 · 8 Nov 2023
SAG-AFTRA Strike is OVER!
As of 12:01am Pacific Time on 11/9/23, SAG-AFTRA will no longer be on strike! There are a few steps to go through before the new contract is ratified, but hopefully the terms are amenable to the majority of union members. I look forward to reading the terms and voting in the coming days/weeks!
Stage 32 · 8 Nov 2023
A. m. a.
Jeanette B. Milio, CEO of Alliance Cinema, Producer, Financier, and Stage 32 Thought Leader & Educator, is hosting a 24-Hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") in the Financing Lounge today, focused on "Creating a Business Plan for Your Feature".
Stage 32 · 7 Nov 2023
Hollywood actors strike: parties finessing AI terms
Well, this is encouraging, but I’m unsure about this point…Meanwhile it has emerged that last Friday’s “last, best and final” offer by AMPTP included the offer of a 100% raise in performance bonuses for high-cost streaming series and features that achieve certain viewership and box office targets.That seems tightly fun…
Stage 32 · 7 Nov 2023
First rule of acting: Never give up!
There will always be people trying to downplay your work. I'm here to tell you not to listen to those people and keep doing your thing. I still get people trying to tell me I'll never get anywhere.When I was a teenager and went to acting school I was told to get a real job. When I started screenwriting professionally I…