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Stage 32 · 27 Dec 2023
Mark W. Travis talks about a different approach to the casting process than the traditional casting process in today’s blog. Mark is a director, dramaturge, screenwriter, script consultant, theatre director, and CEO at Travis International Film Institute. www.stage32.com/blog/working-with-actors-the-casting-conundrum-3…
Stage 32 · 27 Dec 2023
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Stage 32 · 27 Dec 2023
I have started a series of videos on my YouTube channel where I create an imaginary lost or cut scene from a well known film. I'm doing a monologue by Edward the Longshanks' from Mel Gibson's 'Braveheart' in a recent video. Suggestions always welcomed, for future videos, I enjoy a challenge)
Stage 32 · 27 Dec 2023
I had a dream I was training on the focus pads with Hugh Grant in a boxing gym.
Stage 32 · 26 Dec 2023
Tips for Better Headshots, According To a Top Acting Coach:- Go pro. Spend money-it’s worth it. Go to a professional who is trained, understands lighting, and takes headshots for a living, not some friend who happens to have a decent camera who “sorta knows a little about photography.” - Opt for personality over glamou…
Stage 32 · 26 Dec 2023
Here Are my 3 Special 2024 Wishes For Youhttps://youtu.be/tqHcVX73swoPlease share any acting plans or goals you have for 2024.This allows us to learn from each other.
Stage 32 · 24 Dec 2023
In the days of Turner Classic Movies…https://youtu.be/PDBY0A4JnTs?si=TCS8NOkU-x_2Y5RQ
Stage 32 · 22 Dec 2023
Michael Caine, on The Parkinson Show, 2002. Do you have a philosophy of life gleaned from acting advice that you received during a production? https://youtu.be/GAB89fOdA-I?si=6Rv4tpT0WbMaPSl-
Stage 32 · 21 Dec 2023
Hi everyone, I was recently emailed by someone claiming to work for [a huge film production company], stating they found my profile on a [very well established private casting page I pay for] and that they are casting for a film in Greece, and invited me to attend a "blind audition". I copy the message I received below…
Stage 32 · 19 Dec 2023
I had the privilege of seeing Andre for nearly two years while working on the ground breaking NBC TV show Homicide: Life On The Street.I share my memories about this very special actor in my latest quick tip video:https://youtu.be/XexpalwxyvoDid you ever meet or watch Andre Braugher perform? If so, share your thoughts…
Stage 32 · 18 Dec 2023
In this article, I have listed my top five London photographers who have received excellent feedback from both casting directors and actors. I have also included some tips on preparing and utilising your actor portfolio.It's worth noting that there are many great headshot photographers out there, and this list is by no…
Stage 32 · 17 Dec 2023
Getting a callback means that the casting team is intrigued by you and your acting, but they may not be totally sold yet. On top of watching you perform, they might also question you about your acting approach and experience. This is the time to showcase your range, ability to portray your character, and overall skill…
Stage 32 · 17 Dec 2023
Nothing to say here, just watch and then…https://youtu.be/oGEEMspTr5o?si=jozljuzp30NCuc98
Stage 32 · 15 Dec 2023
I decided to free up my schedule by hiring a talent agent to represent me commercially (commercials and industrials). Selecting agents to submit to is similar to selecting a university to attend. I'm taking the following steps:1. Visit SAG-AFTRA and the ATA websites for commercial agents.2. Visit each talent agency web…
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2023
Knowing your “type” is a crucial tool for any actor. While actors frequently book roles outside of or against type, having an understanding of what kind of first impression you make on casting professionals can help you streamline your auditioning process. Many introductory acting courses discuss how to figure out what…
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2023
The "Choreography and Blocking in Performance" course offered by the New International Performing Arts Institute (NIPAI) is a specialized program designed to equip directors and choreographers with essential skills and tools for creating compelling mise-en-scene, blocking, composition, and movement direction in their p…
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2023
The course "The Director and Play" offered by the New International Performing Arts Institute (NIPAI) is a unique educational program designed for drama theatre directors and actors who wish to develop their skills in analyzing plays for stage production. The program stands out as one of the few in the world that focus…
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2023
The "Ensemble Building Course" offered by the New International Performing Arts Institute (NIPAI) is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to create a cohesive ensemble of performers, even under the constraints of limited rehearsal time. This course is particularly focused on overcoming the challenges of…
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2023
Hope you're all well. I'd like for to check this 1 min video short out. It's my rendition of an Iconic scene from 'Breaking Bad'. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6dbpfoeh7cY Hope all is well with you. Thanks appreciate the support.
Stage 32 · 12 Dec 2023
Alright, alright, alright... he is cerebral and I love it:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWIB_Iymgg0
Stage 32 · 12 Dec 2023
Ayerswood Films is now available at the Amazon Fire TV App Store, still streams for free with no commercials. Also at AyerswoodFilms.com, and Chromecast enabled, for those that don't have access to Amazon Fire TV. If you have a film that you would like added let me know. Be seen! Features, Shorts, Documentaries, even M…
Stage 32 · 12 Dec 2023
These People Angered Me - No More https://youtu.be/6lvtAZ5wud0 How do you deal with industry people who make you angry? Share it with others.
Stage 32 · 12 Dec 2023
Here are some examples of how stunt liabilities can impact: Personal Injury:Example: Tom Cruise broke his ankle while performing a rooftop jump stunt for the movie "Mission: Impossible – Fallout." See: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sjn3ELLcy2UProduction Delays:Example: The filming of "The Matrix Reloaded" faced delay…
Stage 32 · 11 Dec 2023
How can the Fight Choreographer (People like myself) help the actors.Actors can gain valuable skills and insights into the art of performing action scenes by actively engaging with fight choreographers. I love choreographing slaps to the face.... They tend to make me laugh.Attending workshops or classes led by experien…
Stage 32 · 10 Dec 2023
Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two great videos in today’s blog.In the first video, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation interviews Tom Hiddleston, and he breaks down his experience working on the MCU series LOKI and nearly 15 years playing as Loki.In the second video, screenwriter and studio executive Stev…
Stage 32 · 9 Dec 2023
Matthew Cornwell tells you how you can master the art of the self tape in today’s blog. Matthew is an actor, editor, producer, screenwriter, and co-founder of Get Taped! (an audition taping services in the Atlanta area that he founded with his wife). www.stage32.com/blog/mastering-the-art-of-the-self-tape-3574
Stage 32 · 8 Dec 2023
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
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
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Stage 32 · 7 Dec 2023
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
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
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
- 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
"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…
