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Reddit

Reddit · 3 Jul 2026

Buzzing Sound in audio playback

EDIT: so it appears Vocaster app may be the culprit in this. I saw that the mixer volume was set to 100 and as I lower it the buzzing kind of faded away, so I think it was amplifying it so now I’m trying to find that sweet spot between the physical knob and the apps volume. Hello, voice actors! I’ve recently run into s…

Reddit

Reddit · 3 Jul 2026

I feel like I just need one good connection to go from hobby to career

***TL;DR I have no idea how to network my way through the entertainment industry and I could really use some help.*** I've been booking small professional jobs for over three years now, and I have current representation through a small agency. I make and post my own original content online which is relevant to the work…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 2 Jul 2026

Motivation

What is one thing that keeps you motivated in this crazy and competitive industry?

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 2 Jul 2026

What Keke Palmer's Career Retrospective Taught Me About Longevity

I just watched Keke Palmer's Vanity Fair rewatch of her career, and it's such a beautiful reflection on what it actually means to grow up in this industry and build a career that lasts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSG3d7dNmZA She walks through Akeelah and the Bee, True Jackson VP, Hustlers, Nope, One of Them Days,…

Reddit

Reddit · 2 Jul 2026

Looking for a male actor for my YT channel ($60/video ~11min)

(Please read this post until the end. I won't reply to any messages that don't follow the instructions. The rate is listed in the title.) Hi! I'm looking for an experienced male voice actor from the US, around 20 to 35 years old, for a YouTube channel that's currently in development. Ideally, this will become a long te…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 1 Jul 2026

Community Zoom?

What do you all think about having a free weekly community Zoom where filmmakers can simply connect, share ideas, get honest feedback, and learn from one another?No pressure. No pitching. Just a space where writers, directors, actors, producers, and anyone passionate about film making can be heard, collaborate, and gro…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 1 Jul 2026

SuperGirl

I had a blast for three weeks on the set of SuperGirl. Make up at 3.30am every week day. 10 hours or so on set. Took an hour every night to remove make up. All worth it to see the creation on the big screen. Here I am in the background behind Milly Alcock. 

Reddit

Reddit · 1 Jul 2026

[PAID] LOOKING FOR ACTRESSES WITH DEEP VOICES

# [CLOSED, NOW REVIEWING EVERYONE’S RECORDINGS!] Hello everyone!! Just the tittle suggests I'd like to hire a voice actresses for a custom voice claim. The script I've prepared is about 30 or 35 lines and is a monologue-kind of text. For this role I need someone with a mature, deep voice but one that is also seductive…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 30 Jun 2026

Typecasting

Do you think 'typecasting' is a helpful tool to get your foot in the door, or a trap that limits your artistic growth?"

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 29 Jun 2026

Entertainment and education

i believe in a community of education and entertainment because it really gives me the confidence to believe in my self

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 29 Jun 2026

The good ol' days...question mark?

A friend and fellow performer and I were reminiscing last night, agreeing that in some way we miss the days where we actually had to print out resumes, order copies of black-and-white pictures, scour the physical copy of BackStage for casting notices, physically send copies of pics and resumes to the casting offices, a…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 29 Jun 2026

7 Apps Every Actor Must Use Right Now

7 Apps Every Actor Must Use Right Nowhttps://youtu.be/asx_vsCTXJULearn about 7 apps and free programs that could completely change the way you run your acting career.Let us know if you use any of them or what apps have helped your acting career.Your information will be invaluable to fellow actors. I'll read and respond…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 28 Jun 2026

Acting

Hello everyone, My name is Hassan Al-Zahrani, and I’m a screenwriter and aspiring actor from Saudi Arabia. I have completed an original feature film trilogy titled The Last Promise. It is a character-driven action thriller with emotional depth, suspense, and cinematic storytelling, designed for an international audienc…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 27 Jun 2026

Howdy All, :))

Been a little while since I posted, but kind of took a break last year but getting back into getting more work with my acting this year, so far so good. Went to ICFF Film Festival and a few days in Jacksonville Florida to see my family there. Got some work lined up for later this year and really looking forward to it.…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 27 Jun 2026

Acting advice

What is one piece of acting advice you have received that has helped you in your journey?

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 27 Jun 2026

Dubai casting 40-55 male/females

Hi, looking for Dubai based actors. 2 male, 1 female, age ranging 40-55, for a short psychological drama filming next week (evenings).Any ethnicity, English speaking roles. Established production company, IMDB credit and international festivals to follow.Please dm with details and experience if interested and I will fo…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 26 Jun 2026

Vertical Microdrama Is Reshaping How Actors Get Cast — Here Is What You Need to Know

The casting process for vertical microdrama has split into two distinct tracks, and understanding both is essential for any actor working in this space. On one end, platforms are operating like swipe-to-match apps — casting directors browse talent and connect within minutes for shoots that move from offer to wrap in se…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 26 Jun 2026

Screenwriter. Actor

Hello, My name is Hassan Al-Zahrani, and I am an aspiring screenwriter and actor from Saudi Arabia. I have written an original feature film screenplay titled The Last Promise. It is a cinematic action thriller with strong emotional stakes, suspense, and character-driven storytelling. The story is planned as a trilogy,…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 26 Jun 2026

Screenwriter. Acter

Hello, My name is Hassan Al-Zahrani, and I am an aspiring screenwriter and actor from Saudi Arabia. I have written an original feature film screenplay titled The Last Promise. It is a cinematic action thriller with strong emotional stakes, suspense, and character-driven storytelling. The story is planned as a trilogy,…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 25 Jun 2026

Screenwriter and actor

Hello, My name is Hassan Al-Zahrani, an aspiring screenwriter and actor from Saudi Arabia. I have written an original feature film trilogy titled The Last Promise, a high-concept action thriller with strong emotional drama, cinematic action, and franchise potential. I am currently looking for producers, managers, or in…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 24 Jun 2026

Acting Thought: It’s the Small Actions

 Something I’ve been thinking about lately:Acting isn’t just about lines—it’s about what you do between them.The smallest actions:- a glance  - a shift in posture  - a pause  - a breath  …can say more than dialogue ever could.Body language and subtle movement carry the inner life of the character. In fact, much of what…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 24 Jun 2026

Script Breakdown Technique

What is your go to method of breaking down a script when you first receive it? Do you look for the objectives first or do you let the emotional tone guide you?I, personally break it down to the beats first. Determine my superobjective, then my objective for each scene, then each moment. What about you?

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 24 Jun 2026

The Worst Request I Ever Got From A Casting Director

The Worst Request I Ever Got From A Casting Directorhttps://youtu.be/1--FmruAQYQHave you ever received a casting director's audition notes expecting the usual details, audition and shoot dates, etc… and instead found something that made you incredibly angry or insulting? I did.I share the entire story in my latest vide…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 23 Jun 2026

Thank goodness I'm not superstitious...knock on wood.

Acting is weird.  I think we can all agree...for many reasons.  There are also a lot of superstitions, traditions, and rituals we all engage in, some of which we don't even know why.There is a tradition in the theater not to whistle backstage.  This actually has roots in history, as many times sailors and riggers, who…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 22 Jun 2026

Vanity fair TImothee Chalamet&& Matthew McConaughey

I don’t know about anybody else, but I absolutely watch a Fan fair. I watched a round tables. I watched them all . I don’t know if I’m the only one that watches the stuff, but I am deeply involved when it comes to acting putting emotion into it really giving it your own and let me tell you what these two went deep talk…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 20 Jun 2026

Seeking an Editor or Screenplay Collaborator for My Novel

I am currently looking for an experienced editor, story consultant, or screenplay collaborator to help further polish my novel, The Love Letter After Forty Years.My goal is to prepare the manuscript for submission to publishers and future screenplay adaptation opportunities.This is a serious project, and I am open to d…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 20 Jun 2026

Favorite performance

What is one of your favorite performances you watch to feel inspired to keep going on your acting journey?

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 19 Jun 2026

Apply now ✨

Filmmakers, writers, actors, directors, producers, photographers, and other creative professionals:Applications are now open for Noir Aurea, our new private membership platform designed to connect ambitious creatives across film, media, and the arts.We are accredited by Cannes, Tribeca, and Sundance.As part of our foun…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 18 Jun 2026

Exciting news for actors!!

EXCITING NEWS FOR ACTORS!! Become a Lifetime Pro-Level Member before July 4th, 2026, and enjoy these exclusive benefits: Only the first 200 people will be accepted into the "Lifetime" Pro-Level Membership!1. Founding Member profile badge.2. Virtual '200 Club' member.3. Create a powerful pro-level profile that showcases…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 18 Jun 2026

Screenplay to Novel... Who Else Is Doing This?

I was reading a post from a writer who's turning a family screenplay into a juvenile fiction novel, and it made me realize how many stories never stay in just one format anymore.A screenplay becomes a novel.A novel becomes a screenplay.Sometimes the second version ends up stronger than the first. What I'm interested in…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 17 Jun 2026

Do Limitations Make Us More Creative?

Actors,RB's blog this week is about the quiet power of the contained story. I would love to know what you think.https://www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-the-quiet-power-of-the-contained-story-4503Do contained stories create stronger performance opportunities?Have you been in a vertical drama? Share your experience. …

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 16 Jun 2026

On-Set Etiquette for Actors: How to Work With the Crew, Not Around Them

What is the most valuable thing you have learned from a crew member on set — and how has working closely with the crew changed the way you approach your own performance?The best actors on any set are not just good at their craft — they are good collaborators. A film or television production is a complex, precisely coor…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 16 Jun 2026

Did I audition wrong?

I remember many, many moons ago (it was in the 1990s!  gasp!), I was interning at a casting director/producer's office with an acting studio associated with it.  As such, I had remarkable access to those casting directors who would come in and hold casting workshops -- essentially a pay-to-be-seen type of situation, bu…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 16 Jun 2026

Why Actors Should Never Try to Get Rid of Audition Nerves

Why Actors Should Never Try to Get Rid of Audition Nerveshttps://youtu.be/6rKgCmsFqkELET'S TALK IN THE COMMENTSHave you ever felt completely overwhelmed by nerves before an audition? What did you do? Share your experience below and on the channel. Your story will help a fellow actor. I read and respond to every comment…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Jun 2026

Dream performer.

Who is your dream performer you would like to work with?  Living or dead.

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Jun 2026

Bypassing the Audition Bottleneck: Structuring Talent for Active Corporate Slates

My desk is currently locking in upcoming creative slates and managing portfolio allocations within the TPS corporate network for this quarterly cycle. We are looking for highly disciplined, cross-functional talent who understand how to treat their brand like a commercial business asset. Our private matching tiers are d…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Jun 2026

Mastering the art of self-discipline

Martial arts isn't just about fighting—it's about discipline, confidence, and becoming stronger every day. Every training session teaches patience, focus, and resilience. The journey is challenging, but growth comes from pushing beyond limits.

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 10 Jun 2026

Challenging Role

What has been your most challenging role you have played so far?

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 9 Jun 2026

Your Voice Is a Passport — Here Is How Actors Learn Accents That Actually Land

Mastering an accent is not about mimicking sounds — it is about rebuilding the physical architecture of how you speak. Professional actors approach dialect work by starting with voice placement and oral posture: where does the voice resonate in the mouth, where does the tongue rest, how much tension lives in the jaw? F…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 8 Jun 2026

"You know, sometimes I amaze even myself."

The above quote by Han Solo from STAR WARS struck me today, as far as acting goes.  And, strangely, it goes hand-in-hand with imposter syndrome (I've named mine "Izzy".)  Izzy has led me to look with a highly critical eye at an acting performance I'm in the process of doing, and think, "If they ever find out I can't ac…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 8 Jun 2026

The Rocberti Writer's Festival

Hi everyone. I wanted to share a link for this years Rocberti Writer's Festival. One writer will also have the opportunity to win a FULL SCHOLARSHIP to attend The Rocaberti Writers' Festival. DEADLINE: Monday, June 15th, 2026, 12 midnight Pacific Time. Good luck!  https://click-149601.icptrack.com/icp/relay.php?r=30519…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 6 Jun 2026

In person or self tape auditions

Which one do you think is more effective?  In my opinion I think in person is more effective because you get to feel the energy of the people in real time.