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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.”

Computer Lov3 by Rashcell Mercer  •  last post Mar 30th

She didn’t build a machine…

she built something that chose her.
COMPUTER LOV3
Would you watch this? I also took this movie idea and turned it into a brand

The Paradox Concept by Wael Magdi  •  last post Mar 28th

"A screenwriter trying to escape his reality, only to discover that his own life is just a scene in a script written by someone else."

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The Fear Factor by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Mar 28th

What is the one thing in a script that still scares you or makes you feel you might not be able to pull it off?

The fine line between actor and character by Timothy Miller  •  last post Mar 25th

Who is playing who?" is a question many of us grapple with in our craft. While losing yourself in a role is often seen as the ultimate goal, it’s vital to maintain a professional boundary. Immersing yourself in a character’s psyche is powerful, but we must be careful not to let the role take the driver’s seat in our personal lives.

How do you all handle the "debrief" after a heavy role? I’d love to hear your techniques for staying grounded while staying authentic to the character.

The Director Relationship by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Mar 24th

The actor/director relationship is probably THE most important relationship on the set, It most definately is in the theater. Some directors are considered actors' directors as they used to be actors or they really work to understand what an actor is going through. Shouting at you from the seats when I am on the stage in rehearsal is not a director I respond to well, In the theater, we have a meeting after the rehearsal for the director to give everyone notes. 


I wonder how this works on film or tv set. A lot of directors don't rehearse the scenes before they shoot. Some directors have a different vision of your sharacter then you do. How does this work in the real? Has a director shouted a note at you in front of everyone or do they politley whisper it in your ear? I have to say, when I am stuck, and the director gives me a note in my ear that only I can here, that is gold to me. It puts me in the "I have a secret" mindset, because in life, we don't have thoughts out loud. I may not want the other actor to know my motivation. 

My question is, WHAT IS THE MOST HELPFUL NOTE FROM A DIRECTOR WHEN YOU ARE STUCK IN A SCENE?

The Lighthouse International Film Festival presents: Masterclass for Actors by Jason Alexander by Amir Bogen  •  last post Mar 24th

If you’re at a point in your work where you want deeper clarity, stronger choices and direct guidance from a master actor-teacher, this masterclass is for you!


The Lighthouse International Film Festival is hosting a unique five-day ACTING MASTERCLASS with Jason Alexander on beautiful Long Beach Island — an intimate, hands-on experience designed and taught by Jason himself.

Jason’s approach is deeply practical and actor-focused. His technique breaks performance down into clear, actionable choices — the kind you can actually use in rehearsal, on set or on stage.
This masterclass is about understanding what decisions shape a performance and how those choices build into truthful, repeatable work you can rely on in any medium.
How the Masterclass Works

Day One (Sun 6/7) You will perform your prepared monologue. Each performance is professionally videotaped — a clear starting point so you can see your growth across the week.

Days Two-Four (Mon–Wed, 6/8 – 6/10) Daily four-hour sessions diving into Jason’s transformational process. You’ll explore specific performance choices, emotional access and how to adjust your work moment-to-moment.
Day Five (Thu 6/11) The masterclass culminates in a live showcase at LBI’s historic Surflight Theatre. Participants perform their evolved monologues on stage, followed by a Q&A with Jason and the audience.

About Jason
He’s widely known for his iconic role as George Costanza on Seinfeld and his body of work includes more than 30 feature films, numerous television series and extensive stage work with seven Broadway appearances. Jason Alexander is a Tony and Grammy Award winner as well as an eight-time Emmy nominee.

What Actors Gain from This Masterclass
* A clear, repeatable way to create performance choices
* Stronger communication with collaborators and audience
* More reliable access to emotional truth
* Confidence adjusting work in the moment
* Greater freedom and specificity in performance
*Tools that apply to both film and live theater

How to Apply:
Email LIFF Executive Director Will Kuhn - will@lighthouseff.com

More details:
Applicants submit a 2–3 minute monologue video via FilmFreeway under “Categories.”
Video framing: medium shot to mid-thigh (no close-ups).
Submit a headshot and résumé.

Submission requires a fee of $45
Only eight actors will be selected for this masterclass. Upon acceptance: $100 registration fee.

All participants receive an All Access Pass to the Lighthouse International Film Festival.
Optional lodging: $400 from June 7–11.

On-Set Etiquette: Understanding set protocols by Laura Hammer  •  last post Mar 24th

Which aspect of on-set etiquette do you find most challenging to master?


Walking onto a film or television set for the first time can feel like stepping into a foreign country — a language you don't yet speak, a hierarchy you can't quite map, and an urgency that makes every second feel consequential.

A production is a finely tuned machine.  Disrupt the rhythm, even accidentally, and the ripple effects cost time, money, and goodwill that's hard to earn back.

Know the Chain of Command.  Don't go to the director with questions that belong to a PA or 2nd AD.  Learning who to approach for what is essential.

The Golden Rule.  Be where you're supposed to be, when you're supposed to be there, with everything you need already in hand.  Anticipate — don't react.

Silence Is Respect.  When the 1st AD calls "Rolling!" — everything stops. And the moments after "Cut!" are not an invitation for casual chat near camera.

The Unwritten Rules.  Never cross between the camera and subject.  Don't touch equipment that isn't yours.  Keep your phone out of sight near setups.  Never give direction to talent — that's the director's job alone.

Energy Matters.  Productions are long and taxing.  Complaining is contagious.  Showing up grounded and adaptable is noticed more than you'd expect.

On-set etiquette is, at its core, about awareness — of space, of hierarchy, of the work being made, and of the people making it.  A person who understands the protocols, moves with intention, and brings a steady presence to a high-pressure environment?  That's someone who gets called back.

Want to learn more about how to be prepared on set?  Take the Stage 32 class Actors: How to Snag that TV Guest Star Role and Be Successful on Set, taught by Maddie Corman:
https://www.stage32.com/education/products/actors-how-to-snag-that-tv-guest-star-role-and-be-successful-on-set

Is Your Acting Agent Ghosting You? Ask This 1 Question Before Leaving by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Mar 23rd

Is Your Acting Agent Ghosting You? Ask This 1 Question Before Leaving

https://youtu.be/LGMghmpsSHI

Is your agent ghosting you? If you feel like just a name on a roster and you aren’t getting the auditions you want, before you decide to leave your agent, you need to watch this video first.

Knowing when to move on is essential, but doing it the wrong way can damage your career.

In today’s Quick Tip, I’m sharing how to figure out if it’s really time to stay or go by asking one crucial question to your agent.

SHARE WITH US
Have you ever left an acting agent? If so, why and how did you make that happen? Also, in hindsight, was it a good move for your career? Share your experience so we can all learn from you.