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Emotional Truth in Performance by Ana Rodrigues  •  last post Apr 8th

I believe the most powerful performances come from emotional truth. When an actor fully understands the character’s inner world, every reaction feels natural and authentic on screen.

I'll go to LA, how can I found casting ? by Delphine Herrmann  •  last post Apr 8th

Hey everyone! I'm in Los Angeles for six months. I know it's short, but it's the perfect opportunity to meet producers (I'm also a director) and maybe land some roles. Could you help me out? I've never been there before, so do you know of any casting platforms or places I should go? I'm a bit lost. Thanks in advance for your help.

Is Your Acting Resume Working as Hard as You Are? by Laura Hammer  •  last post Apr 7th

Your resume is almost always the first thing a casting director sees before they ever see you — and in an industry where decisions happen fast, it needs to work hard on your behalf from the very first glance. A great acting resume isn't just a list of credits. It's a carefully curated document that tells a story about who you are as a performer, what range you bring, and why you're the right fit for the room you're trying to get into. Format matters as much as content — clean, readable, and tailored to the type of work you're pursuing.


One of the most common mistakes actors make is treating their resume like a record of everything they've ever done rather than a strategic marketing tool designed for a specific audience. A resume sent to a commercial casting director should feel different from one going to a regional theater, a network drama, or an independent film producer. That doesn't mean fabricating experience — it means leading with the credits that speak most directly to the opportunity in front of you, and trimming anything that creates noise or confusion about your type and range. Your most relevant work should always live at the top.

Training and special skills are two of the most underutilized sections on an acting resume, and they're often where a casting director's eye lingers longest. Strong training signals that you take the craft seriously and are coachable — two qualities that matter enormously at every level of the industry. And a well-curated skills section can be the unexpected detail that makes you stand out for a role you wouldn't have been considered for otherwise. Think carefully about what you put there, because the right combination of credits, training, and skills tells a casting director not just what you've done, but what you're capable of.
What's one thing about your current resume that you've been unsure about — whether to include it, where to place it, or how to frame it — and why?

Spring Break by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Apr 7th

Happy April fellow actors!


 I thought for this week I would ask a question, not about acting or the business.  Let's take a Spring Break and not talk about work!

So tell me thespians:
How do you manage your downtime and what keeps you creative?

SAG-AFTRA Negotiations Are Resuming… by Ashley Smith  •  last post Apr 7th

There’s an important update happening right now that directly affects actors across the industry. Read about it here: https://deadline.com/2026/04/sag-aftra-resumes-2026-talks-with-amptp-date-1236782965/ 

SAG-AFTRA is heading back to the negotiating table with the AMPTP on April 27, picking up talks that began earlier this year. The conversations paused while the WGA worked through their deal, but now things are moving again, and sooner than expected.

There are a few big factors in play here. One of them is the ongoing conversation around contract length and financial support for union health funds, which have been under pressure. At the same time, AI protections are still a major sticking point, and it sounds like that’s going to be a key piece in whether a deal gets done.

With contracts set to expire on June 30, there’s a real sense of timing and urgency around these negotiations. And with the DGA stepping into their own talks soon, what happens here could have a ripple effect across the entire industry.

For actors, this isn’t just background industry news. These decisions shape what protections exist around your work, your likeness, and the future of how performances are created and used.

What are you paying the closest attention to as these negotiations continue? Is there something specific, like AI, compensation, or overall industry stability, that’s been on your mind lately?

Are Audition To Booking Ratios Important? Careful – The Numbers Can Deceive by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Apr 6th

Are Audition To Booking Ratios Important? Careful – The Numbers Can Deceive

https://youtu.be/6x-h28i9hrw

JOIN THE CONVERSATION
Do you track your audition-to-booking ratio? Has it helped you stay motivated, or has it caused unnecessary stress? Share your experience below so we can all learn from each other! 

Any chance for a totally unexperienced person in acting? by Murat Ersahin  •  last post Apr 5th

Hello,


In every kind of art, I believe in that talent is a first step to perform, then it can be shaped by education. But sometimes some people thinks that they have a talent for something but unshaped way. Because there was no chance to jump on that stage in their life. Just like me...

I always thought that I have a talent in acting but I had no chance to prove or test that in front of professionals or agents. İt's becoming just like a sneeze sometimes and you cannot keep inside of you. Sometimes you imitate one of your favorite actors favorite role, sometimes(if you have a creative mindset) you are acting your own little story. Don't worry, only the times that you are with yourself!

My question is, there is a chance for these(and my) kind of people to take their chances at least one time in their lifetime? If there is, I would like to take that chance for myself.

Thanks in advance to all of the contributors to this topic.

The Actors Copilot Blog is live by Tracey Collis  •  last post Apr 4th

https://theactorscopilot.com/blog

The Producers Club by Salustiano Berrios  •  last post Apr 3rd

I just auditioned at the Producers Club in NYC! First time auditioning for theater, and if I get it, first time ever performing for theater! Very excited…!!! Any advice for theater acting as opposed to screen acting?

We have amazing 30% Cash by Rungrawee Jansukree  •  last post Apr 2nd

Hi everyone! I'm a Producer from Thailand

Substantial Female Roles by Aaron Newman  •  last post Apr 2nd

For the female actors - what type of screen roles are you wanting to play. I have two scripts that feature strong female leads. One is a ruthless digital fixer, and one is a 9/11 survivor who suffers a concussion and a distorted reality while travelling through NYC. I have always liked female roles more than male roles. I am interested if these roles I have written are of interest. Let me know yay or nay on the roles I have written. 

Former Actor, Now Playwright-Lyricist, Director-Dramaturg and Acting Coach by Robert D. Carver  •  last post Apr 2nd

Appeared in two regional premieres: Bernard of Clairvaux in Ronald Millar's ABELARD & HELOISE (Midwest) and Greg in Alan Ayckbourn's RELATIVELY SPEAKING (Southeast). Studied with Word (THE FANTASTICKS) Baker at Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Stuart Culpepper (Peachtree Walk Theatre Co., Atlanta,) and Gene Frankel & Roger Hendricks Simon in NYC. AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE COACHING OR ACTING CLASSES,

The Future of Hollywood by Prem Singh  •  last post Apr 2nd

What is everyone's thoughts on where our industry is headed in the next 5-10 years, I am interested in hearing what everyone has to say? 

What are you wanting to accomplish! by Timothy Miller  •  last post Apr 1st

There will be many times when you are pushed to your limits and forced to ask yourself: "What am I trying to accomplish?"

I have learned that having a clear goal helps you break through obstacles by reminding you exactly what you are fighting for. Never let someone tell you a goal is unachievable just because they gave up on their own dreams long ago. Instead, stay open to others who can show you alternative routes to reach your destination.

No ambition is too outrageous. If you want to be president, learn politics; if you want to be a lawyer, master the Bar; if you want to be a surgeon or a geologist, commit to the study. All you need to do is start walking the path.

Best 
~Timothy Miller

Growth by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Mar 31st

What role challenged your previous understanding of your own craft the most? 


For me, it was a play I did in college. In the play, one of my friends dies. In rehearsals I struggled with getting the emotional reaction the director/professor wanted. I was playing heartbroken, not feeling heartbroken. Then something happened at the performance. When I was talking to the audience about this person dying, tears started running down my face. I was sobbing so hard I could barely get the words out. (Which is why you want that to happen in rehearsals, so you can manage it_) 

That was the first time I ever cried on stage. It was a real shift for me. I now understood what  acting is being meant in my body.  I didn't have to force the emotion. When I relax and  am fully present in the moment, the emotions are  there. I don't need to do anything. 

Let's hear your what role change your perception of acting. The moment it all clicked for you. Please share your experiences in the comments below. Let's help each grow.

FREE Webinar – April 1st: How to Navigate the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film by Leonardo Ramirez  •  last post Mar 31st

This Wednesday, April 1st, Stage 32 is hosting a FREE webinar you don’t want to miss:


How to Navigate the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film

Register here: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/how-to-navigate-the-cannes-film-festival-marche-du-film-march-2026

We’re bringing in Guillaume Esmiol, Executive Director of the Marché du Film, with the session moderated by our own Amanda Toney. This is direct insight from someone who helps run the Cannes market itself—an incredibly valuable opportunity for filmmakers at any level.

Whether you're planning to attend, dreaming about going one day, or simply want to better understand how the global film market operates, this is one of those rare chances to learn straight from the source.

What You’ll Learn:
•    How the Marché du Film actually works
•    How to navigate Cannes—badges, layout, screenings, and meetings
•    What to expect for 2025, including programming and new updates
•    How to make the most of the experience, even as a first-time attendee

If Cannes is on your radar at all, this is worth your time.

This Audition Trap Hurt My Career (And Life) by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Mar 30th

This "Audition Trap" hurt my career (and life). I finally figured out the shift needed to stay in this game for 40+ years, and I’m sharing it here.


Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ju0_jnoKBc 


JOIN THE CONVERSATION: 

Have you ever felt like a rejection was a personal attack? How did you handle that emotion? Share your experience here and on the channel so we can all learn and support each other!

Teaching Acting in the Local Market -- Seeking Tips by David Veal  •  last post Mar 30th

I'm investigating the possibility of teaching acting (Scene study for beginning and intermediate actors.), and would love to have tips. My local market is in the South Denver -  Castle Rock, Colorado (USA) area. I am currently taking scene study lessons from a great acting school. I've taken other great classes while in the Los Angeles/Hollywood area for 9 years. I believe an actor should always continue taking lessons. Now, I love teaching, and I have a process/method laid out. - My ask is about the difficult part. Nuts and Bolts. If you have created acting lessons, ongoing, month to month, in a space outside of your home, what are your tips for the financial/marketing/location end of it? From any legal forms, did you incorporate & why, did you start out conducting community classes-workshops, did you find the minimum students for a group class & how, what did you do for problem students, was it profitable,... those types of tips. 

Computer Lov3 by Rashcell Mercer  •  last post Mar 30th

She didn’t build a machine.

She built something that chose her.”