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Voiceover Reel Suggestion by Leonardo Ramirez • last post Feb 25th
Hey creatives - I'm in the beginning of my journey with voice acting and in the process of putting together a reel. As a screenwriter, I'm blessed to have material to draw from that I can use for the reel and have separated each into categories. These are the ones that I feel I can do the best on.
Let me know your thoughts as to what else I should include...
Evil Character (gaming) - demon - low pitch/gravelly
Evil Character (gaming) - serpent leader (Phobos) - high pitched
Hero - Middle age /distressed
Narration - calming/English
Narration - calming / Spanish
Narration - commanding
Movie Trailer - Southern draw
Audiobook Narration - normal voice (baritone)
Explainer commercial
Podcast Intro
Latin Accent - male
I've read that having sample in lanuages other than English is also beneficial.
Let me know your thoughts below.
How to make connections by Eileen Gillick • last post Feb 25th
Hi,
How do I make meaningful connections with actors? I'm afraid of coming off that I am using someone just to get information on how they got where they are in the industry. What do I say when I want to know someone who knows someone?
I am still in the beginning stages of acting.
I appreciate whatever advice I am given.
PR in Hollywood is changing… by Maurice Vaughan • last post Feb 24th
I read this in The Dailies email this morning:
**Hollywood's image managers are suddenly the ones needing image management**. A nasty feud between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over their film ‘It Ends With Us’ has erupted into uncharted territory: publicists getting sued for doing what used to be considered their everyday job.
**The backstory**: During production of their upcoming film ‘It Ends With Us,’ tensions between Lively and Baldoni escalated into matching lawsuits. But instead of just suing each other, they're targeting each other's publicity teams—turning standard PR tactics into potential legal liabilities.
**The text drama**: It started with a simple damage control move. When a Daily Mail reporter was about to publish that Lively was "difficult" on set, her publicist Leslie Sloane sent what would normally be a routine text, suggesting the cast actually had issues with Baldoni instead. The reporter changed the story—and now Baldoni is suing Sloane for damaging his reputation. Meanwhile, Lively's team discovered private messages from Baldoni's publicity team calling him "pompous"—leading to her countersuit. These cases are the first time such standard PR moves have become legal ammunition.
“*This will change the personal publicist game forever, 100 percent. When a client says, ‘I want you to protect my reputation and get ahead of this story,’ or, ‘I don’t like that headline, can you call reporter?’ No way. If what you’re doing has ramifications for another [celebrity], you’re now going to think that you could get sued.*” — A veteran personal publicist tells The Hollywood Reporter
**The Ripple Effects**: Hollywood PR has always been a two-tier system. Big agencies charge A-listers around $10,000 monthly and include legal protection in their contracts. But independent publicists, who typically charge half that, work without any legal protection for themselves. And it's these boutique PR firms that will likely take the brunt of the fallout from the Baldoni-Lively battle:
– Boutique firms can't maintain their current rate without legal protection—they'd be sitting ducks for lawsuits. But adding legal coverage would force them to double prices and lose clients.
– Hungry new publicists are making it worse, offering deep discounts and working without protection just to build their client lists
– Meanwhile, big PR firms with built-in legal protection keep cruising along
– Some stars are now avoiding publicists entirely—worried it makes them look like they're hiding something
**The result?** The industry is splitting into two lanes: legally bulletproof PR for the wealthy, and risky, unprotected PR for everyone else. It's the boutique firms caught in the middle that are feeling the most pain.
**END OF EMAIL**
What are your thoughts on this?
The email says, “*Some stars are now avoiding publicists entirely—worried it makes them look like they're hiding something*.” Do you plan on doing that or keeping your publicist/getting a publicist?
Coffee & Content: Reinvention & Relationships - The Keys to Longevity in Hollywood by Maurice Vaughan • last post Feb 23rd
Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.
“When Rom-Coms Held Him Back – Matthew McConaughey’s Reinvention”
“The Greatest Thing I Ever Did Was Build Relationships”
Grab your coffee, tea, etc. and jump in!
www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-reinvention-relationships-the-keys-to-longevity-in-hollywood-4019
'GHOSTS' Casting Australian version now! by Suzie Steen • last post Feb 23rd
Australia is casting a new series of 'Ghosts'/Australia in Perth, WA - I'm in Sydney, but eh? why not? NCIS Sydney was cast worldwide.
Auditioning by Omari Washington • last post Feb 22nd
Hey actors, I'd love to get your perspective. Do you prefer in person auditions or self tapes these days? I feel like 80% of auditions now are through self taping, which can be frustrating if you're ana actor like me who lives to book the room. I feel like you can connect with casting, producers and directors more when you're in person.
Advice to Actors Submitting for Auditions by Tammy Hunt • last post Feb 20th
Before you submit your resume and headshot, read the breakdown thoroughly.
Make sure you are the perfect fit.
Most breakdowns will clearly describe the type of person they are looking for as well as the filming dates.
Make sure you fit that description and that you are available for those shoot dates.
Follow the instructions in the breakdown. Unless stated otherwise, address the subject line with the name of the character or position you are applying for, along with your name (i.e. Submission for the role of Andrew by John Doe).
When the casting call includes a contact name, make sure you address that person in your email and use the right gender and correct spelling. In the body of the email, state the role(s) you are applying for and give a brief description of why you consider yourself the perfect fit for that role or what makes you eager to join that production.
Include any details requested in the breakdown like your weight, height, and size of your shirt, pants, and/or shoes, and where you are based. Make sure you include an eye-grabbing digital headshot which should be 500kb or less and your resume in PDF.
The files should simply be your name (john_doe.jpg, john_doe.pdf). You can also provide a link to additional photos, your website, and two to three links of clips of your work. Keep your email simple.
At the end of the email add a short and polite note indicating the materials you are submitting.
Use a professional email address. While this may sound silly many forget this simple rule. Imagine receiving an email from I_am_the_actor_for_you@gmail.com instead of john_doe@gmail.com
When signing off, use your full name. It is best if you create an email signature which links to your website and has your contact details.
#actor #audition #film #tv #casting #submission
Don’t Miss This Week’s Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up! by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Feb 20th
Join Stage 32’s Head of Community, Ashley Smith, and Community Manager/Writer’s Room Producer, Kay Ross, for another exciting Community Wrap-Up this Friday at 10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET LIVE on Instagram!
We’ll be diving into all the latest industry insights, upcoming Stage 32 events and education, valuable resources, and community highlights. Plus, it’s your chance to ask questions live and get insider tips to help you make the most of your Stage 32 experience! If you have a specific question that you'd like us to answer, drop it in the comments below!
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The script I’ve been pitching is hitting Netflix! Without me! by Ken Cox • last post Feb 20th
Been pitching for four years limited series idea based on events that happened to my daughter and her friends.
Heard today the basic idea has been made into a documentary. Sadness reigns. So close yet so far.
On the bright side I knew the idea was hold!
12 Oscar-winning roles that were supposed to go to different actors by Pat Alexander • last post Feb 18th
These articles always crack me up -- John Travolta as Forrest Gump??? Not sure it would've hit the same lol
Acting by John Guinn • last post Feb 18th
I did not watch the adds, but i know good acting when i see it.
Super Bowl 2025 Ads: They Were Disastrous– An Actor's Perspective by Aaron Marcus • last post Feb 18th
Super Bowl 2025 Ads: They Were Disastrous– An Actor's Perspective
https://youtu.be/zFJOSnmXLkg
Did you watch the Super Bowl Ads? Did any of the spots stand out to you, either positively or negatively?
If so, what did you think? Share your thoughts here and on the Channel so we can all benefit from your knowledge and insights.
Little Towns Are for Dying by Majestic Tillman • last post Feb 18th
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A VERY SPECIAL WRITERS ROOM WEBCAST THIS WEDNESDAY 2/19 AT 4PM PT | The Academy Award Nominated Producers of A Complete Unknown Alex Heineman & Fred Berger Join Us for the Exec Hour! by Nick Phillips • last post Feb 16th
Hello, Acting Lounge!
If you were looking for a chance to experience The Writers Room Webcast on Wednesdays at 4pm PT, then this is the week to do it! We will be joined by the Academy Award Nominated producers of the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown, Alex Heineman and Fred Berger, for the Exec Hour.
Featuring not one but two Oscar nominated performances, this will be an excellent opportunity to hear about the processes and stories behind some of the amazing acting talent of this hit film.
Link to the WR Broadcast:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86219883794?pwd=bFTPWC8cVWdSqfUEBFb4emmG6QCahS.1
FREE MONTH OF THE WR:
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Mastering Your Craft: 8 Acting Tips for Every Performer by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Feb 13th
Actors, no matter where you are in your journey, there’s always room to refine your skills and elevate your craft. This video breaks down 8 key acting tips that can help you grow, whether you’re just starting out or looking to push your performances to the next level.
Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khc1VWZ8rOk
From understanding emotional depth to improving your on-camera presence, these tips provide practical tools that can make a real difference in your performances.
Which of these tips resonates with you the most? What’s one piece of acting advice that has helped you in your career? Let’s talk about it in the comments.
Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up – LIVE on Instagram This Friday! by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Feb 13th
Join us Friday at 10:00 am PT / 1:00 pm ET for another Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up with Head of Community, Ashley Smith, and Community Manager / Writer’s Room Producer, Kay Ross.
We will be covering all the latest happenings in the Stage 32 community, including:
Upcoming events and education opportunities
Industry insights and must-read blogs
Exciting community discussions and member victories
Live Q&A—get insider tips and updates
Follow @Stage32 and @Stage32Scripts on Instagram and set your reminder now to join us live: https://www.instagram.com/p/DGBwSiTzqqI/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
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I love this clip by Dustin Quinteros • last post Feb 13th
Great advice for both actors and directors.
https://youtube.com/shorts/Z0m1p4WYh_Y?si=7vYZuA4SqCxNIDDB
The 4 Second Controversy by Matthew Cornwell • last post Feb 12th
Some of you may have seen the Deadline article(s) that cropped up over the last 2 weeks about a Casting Controversy that started here in my hometown of Atlanta.
The "click bait" TL;DR is that a local Casting office joked about only watching 4 seconds of actor self-tapes. Now, there was more nuance and context to the conversation, but the optics were bad. Really bad.
I put out a video on my YT channel last week about the topic that got some great feedback. A clip from the video was highlighted in a Deadline article last week. Here's the full video I made:
https://youtu.be/tyHpVOYdHtg?si=c9BSBggrFszwAket
Ask Me Anything Segment by Omari Washington • last post Feb 12th
Great news guys! Deborah Gilels, Award-Winning Publicist & Marketing Consultant and President of LA Media Consultants, will be hosting a 24-hour AMA from Wednesday, February 12 to Thursday, February 13, where she’ll be answering questions on “Crafting the Perfect Film Festival Promotion Plan!”
Actors Wardrobe by Tammy Hunt • last post Feb 12th
It can be incredibly handy to have certain clothing items for self-tapes.
Keeping a small portion of your closet devoted to clothes for auditioning that are kept clean and pressed can save time and panic later.
Here are just a few to consider..
Basic Commercial:
Before getting into character types, it’s important to have a few basics.
For commercial auditions, this will typically be something in a solid color, and on the more cheerful side.
Think of the “family friendly” version of you.
Basic Theatrical:
Same idea as commercial, but a more serious look.
This might mean darker or more muted colors, possibly longer sleeves, something that makes you feel grounded.
- Mom/Dad:
Having a parental look will go a long way for commercial auditions and day players.
A solid cardigan or polo shirt you can throw on to look approachable and relatable can easily suggest the role. Maybe have a pair of glasses handy. You want a slightly more conservative look for this one.
- Flirty/Seductive:
If it’s in your wheelhouse, having a flirty ingenue or vampy look might be something to consider. It’s a fine line to walk, as you still want to look professional. Hair and makeup can also go a long way here.
- Dystopian/Gritty:
Get yourself that grungy gray tank top or noticeably worn tee. Having an appropriately lived-in looking jacket (army green, brown, or other darker earth tones) might also be a good idea.
- Professional White Collar, putting together a look with a blazer or suit with a tie can suggest a lawyer, CEO, detective, accountant or any type of white-collar professional.
- Professional Blue Collar, on the other side of the spectrum, a nice denim shirt that you can roll up the sleeves can easily transform you into a farmer, hometown clerk, etc.
- Scrubs, bring on the medical dramas! If you don’t have actual scrubs (though they can often be found in uniform stores) a solid color v-neck shirt can suggest a nurse or technician. A lab coat might be good to have on hand if you can find one.
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