Everything, newest first

Stage 32 by Steve Trautmann Feb 13th

Types of Sitcom Casts

With pilot season now underway an actor friend was asking about reading for comedies so I pointed him at this video, which is part of my free Sitcom Basics course. Hope others find it useful.-Steve

Reddit by mcleb014 Feb 13th

Difficult Directors

I'm currently in a show where the Director is hell bent on getting the lines 100% perfect. No joke. He would stop actors in rehearsal if we add something or jump ahead. He would then tell us to worry about the emotion and connections second. He is crazy about...

Reddit by nhoka Feb 13th

The Acting Edit

Hi! Hope all is great with all you fellow thespians! I’m not sure if this is allowed, and so am completely expecting it to be deleted if it’s not, absolutely no hard feelings. I’ve dreamed for years about creating a YouTube channel and last year decided to do...

Reddit by bradfilm Feb 13th

The best thing a director ever said to you to enable your best work.

What little things has a director said or done on a set to help you find your best performance? It could be words, could be something physical or a little consideration of your craft that really helped you get there as an actor.

Reddit by MetroSexy80 Feb 12th

My problem/difficulty with acting as a couple in Student/Amateur films

I've acted in 2 student films as a couple, and somehow the vibe between my onscreen girlfriend/wife just isn't there. You see how real couples interact? And you compare it to on-screen couples in student films. There's always an awkward vibe due to 1)...

Reddit by Jasper7k Feb 12th

The power of eyebrows and how to not overdo it.

I have noticed that when I watch myself act I move my eyebrows a lot. I know that the eyebrow is a good tool for expressing emotion but I have this feeling like I am overdoing it. A lot of times when I am watching actors on TV and in movies I notice that they...

Reddit by mirrorsarereflective Feb 12th

CD workshop claims he will get you signed with reputable agency and will bring you to LA for his project?

hi guys, I found a CD who does work and has been casting people for stuff. he has credits, verified via imdb, but his workshop sounds scammy. He says he will bring people from his workshop back to LA for his project and also pitches that he will get the lucky...

Reddit by mirrorsarereflective Feb 12th

seriously. how do actors with criminal convictions get work?

hi guys, i was reading about o-visas and such, and how having criminal convictions would not allow you to work overseas. how do celebs get past this? also is it dependent on the crime? Mark Wahlberg plead guilty for assaulting a vietnamese man. Will Smith and...

Reddit by ZeeCon4 Feb 11th

A video on Heath Ledger to get the young actors inspired

Backstage by DavidPatrickGreen Feb 10th

Greetings from one of the 'Experts'!

I just wanted to say, "Hi". I'm a working professional actor having worked in several North American cities on dozens of TV shows and feature films. I am also a backstage expert and am here to help everyone reach their acting goals as soon as possible. Hit me...

Backstage by Paladin Feb 10th

Back Stage - please list the experts

Hi guys - Could someone list the approved Back Stage experts so we know who has your imprimatur and who doesn't?

Backstage by LaMancha Feb 10th

Acting Corps - Groupon

Ok, so I made the leap and just signed up. I was on the fence just because it's a commitment, but there is deal on Groupon and anyone looking to try them should totally check it out while it's discounted. 500 bucks for 20 classes. 25 bucks a class. Please...

Karmalicity by Steven Connor Feb 10th

SALT MODELS & TALENT

My theatrical agent moved to SALT MODEL & TALENT AGENCY and without letting me know, took me with her. Does anyone know anything about this agency? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks!!!! Steven Connor

Reddit by nickallen28 Feb 10th

Looking for career advice

Hello all. I’m 33 male and live in San Diego. I’m a US Naval Officer stationed here and life is generally very comfortable. I’ve been blessed for sure to have first world problems and have a stable financial situation. My “problem” is that I’ve always had an...

Backstage by LaMancha Feb 9th

Agent Acting Class Showcase

Newish actor here looking to get an agent. I know all about the scams that are workshops and I don't want to do that. What I am looking for is acting programs that have a showcase built into their program, like at the end. I know some college programs have...

Reddit by Entershakira Feb 9th

Getting into character, or over doing it?

Watching the documentary on Netflix called Jim and Andy where Jim Carey is speaking about his role on the film man on the moon where he portrayed Andy Kaufman. Jim is insulting people and acting like a completely strange person (much like Kaufman). Now, I...

Reddit by HPM89 Feb 9th

New to NYC, A Couple Of Questions

Hi guys, just moved to NYC from Alabama, and I just have a couple questions. First, the most common. Representation, I am seeking representation, and since I am non union how hard is it? My plan was to come up here and do workshops as well as classes as much...

Stage 32 by Ron Schwab Feb 7th

Extras

What would you suggest be my first plan of action to get myself acting here locally as an extra, to begin with, whether it's for free or not.

Reddit by linsage Feb 7th

Want to be interviewed in Backstage? If you are a working actor with a unique side-hustle I would love to interview you!

Hey Actors, I am Linnea Sage, an actor and writer (among other things.) I write for Backstage Magazine and currently have a popular weekly column called 'Side Hustle Spotlight'. If you have a cool side hustle that you're passionate about, that is NOT in the...

Reddit by TroiasAchilles Feb 7th

Acting in vancouver?

Hi guys, I'm an actor currently living in Dublin and wanted to see if anyone has any experience with the vancouver acting scene? I feel like I need to make a change. Only problems may be the visas. Would appreciate any feedback or experience relating to the...