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Casting For Proof Of Concept Scene by Kevin Forest Frasure  •  last post Jun 11th

I am casting for a horror proof of concept scene in the Nashville area. I need an actress in 20s - 30s for role. See ad for more information and forward to any actresses who you think may be interested. https://nashville.craigslist.org/tlg/d/nashville-actress-needed-for-proof-of/7755224815.html

Upcoming AMA by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jun 11th

I am super excited to be hosting an Actor AMA here in the Acting Lounge on June 26th. Get your questions ready about training, side hustles, the biz for actors, or anything else that you could use some input or guidance on.

2 FREE Stage 32 In-Person Networking Meetups This Thursday, June 13th! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 11th

Hey, Actors!


There are 2 FREE Stage 32 in-person networking meetups coming up this Thursday, June 13th! I'm including links to the meetup pages for you all below. If you live in any of these cities or are nearby, be sure to RSVP and seize this opportunity to meet with other creatives in person and help build your local creative community! 

Austin, TX: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1980/June-Stage-32-Austin-TX-In-Person-Meetup
Phoenix, AZ: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1979/June-Phoenix-AZ-In-Person-Meetup

Wednesday's Ask Me Anything with James Kicklighter in the Filmmaking Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 11th

Hey, All!


Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with James Kicklighter, Multi-Award Winning Narrative & Documentary Film Director and Producer (THE SOUND OF IDENTITY & THE AMERICAN QUESTION), and Stage 32 Thought Leader in the Filmmaking Lounge! James is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How To Network Properly To Build A Film Career"

You can ask James questions like, What do I need to do to build a network? What are some best practices for networking and following up? How can I stand out to differentiate myself? What are the best means of communication with a new contact? Should I research contacts? etc. Don't miss out on a chance to ask your questions!

The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-6-12-to-Thursday-6-13-How-To-Network-Properly-To-Build-A-Film-Career

Do you know where actors make the most money? by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 11th

This might surprise you. Watch the video and learn.

https://youtu.be/QVqChTLyX2E

Many types of acting jobs bring in additional income.

You might not be familiar with some of the jobs.
Ever heard of standardized patient work or role playing jobs?

Commercial Print work is also a great job for actors.

Here is Another Great Video For You:

2024 Best Side Hustle Jobs for Actors - Many You've Never Heard About - Here are 23
https://youtu.be/7WdieakkoHA?si=jiTK44fYlruRt9yA

Have any suggestions for acting jobs outside of the traditional ones? If so, share them.

The Importance of Emotions for Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 10th



“When we connect to people with our emotions we generally want two things: To be understood and/or to have the other person feel the same way that we feel. In order to have these things happen, first we must deeply feel the emotion and second, the emotion needs to be expressed in a strong and compelling way.

This is exactly what has to happen in an audition. You need to walk into the room with a feeling of joy for being there and excitement that you get to share your work and yourself. If this is what is naturally being expressed, that is what the people in the room will connect to and they’ll have an immediate, positive response to you. This works both ways, as I’m sure you know. If you don’t feel connected to the material and don’t feel confident that your audition will be a strong and interesting representation of what you have to offer the role, you’ll connect with doubt and anxiety. When it’s time to work, and this goes for taped auditions as well, you need to reach out to the people watching and connect to them with the honestly felt emotions you’ve brought to the piece, expressed with power and heart.  

“Expressed” is a keyword here. Remember, film and TV auditioning and acting is not so much about creating something outside of you as it is about expressing what is already inside you. The people in the room want pure emotion, honestly expressed and in a taped audition the camera demands no less. Any showing, selling, or creating outside of the self puts a wall of effort in front of you and makes it impossible for you to make the true connections that make the auditioners feel what you want them to feel. But when your connection is eye to eye, face to face, and emotion to emotion, they know they’ve met the actor who can make the audience take notice and really feel. 

To connect through the eyes, body energy, facial expressions, and emotions is to so thoroughly wrap yourself around a role that you cannot be separated from it.”


- Craig Wallace is the creator and award-winning teacher of the Wallace Audition Technique

#actor #expression #technique #emotion #audition
 

3 acting tips: how to produce REAL emotion by Amanda Toney  •  last post Jun 9th

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-PDoo2BXLQ

Happily getting things done! by Christian Larson  •  last post Jun 9th

https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm7298862?ref_=hm_nv_usr_profile Help me help you, Thanks!

My dream is to be American movie Acting by Siter Ibrahim  •  last post Jun 8th

My dream is to be American movie Acting

Is there any funding available for Actors who want to go further with their training/career? by Jonathan William Turnock  •  last post Jun 8th

I am wondering how to get funding for further training  or more guidance on how to do this please. I really want things to work out for me. I am currently unemployed but obliviously I want to achieve things in life and I want to make things like this happen. I graduated from University last year and I want to push further. 

Phoenix area actors! by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Jun 6th

June in person meet up next week

https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1979

Social Media For Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 6th



You know that social media offers excellent tools to market yourself, but are you using each platform properly?
As an actor, you want to constantly strive to create an image of yourself as an interesting and relatable person. So often, though, through the misuse of social media, the blending of personal and professional comes through and it becomes difficult to showcase ourself in the appropriate light. This isn’t a rebuke on sharing parts of your life that are interesting and unrelated to acting; relating to your followers is an important part of being social. However, being consistent and molding your image is critical to gain a consistent and dedicated following.
In the entertainment industry, image and perception are (almost) everything. You should strive to show your professionalism, talent, skill set, and appreciation for working daily to make yourself a better person and talent.

Aspects of who you are and how you work to become better at your craft is very important to your social media profiles. Posting that you are at your workshop, getting new headshots, going to an audition, listening to a podcast about how to give an energetic performance every time, working on a new accent, etc., are all fantastic examples of what you could be telling your followers to boost your credibility.
This also highlights that you are serious about your work as an actor.
Focusing your time and energy is key to your online engagement. Don’t spread yourself too thin by using more than three social media accounts. You should be using social media to show followers and fans what you’re doing career-wise; it should not be the activity itself.
Don’t spend more than 15-20 minutes per day on each platform and spend it crafting what you are saying rather than mindlessly roaming around wasting time.
Spend time talking to and responding to your friends/fans to show that you hear them. Did you know that Mr. Rogers reportedly responded to every single one of his fan letters? That’s the commitment and respect he felt his audience deserved.

#actor #socialmedia #lifestyle

Actors: How to Master the Art of Self Tape! by Sydney Summers  •  last post Jun 6th

Stage 32 is excite to welcome Kym Jackson back for her upcoming webinar. 


For an actor today, self tapes make the world go around. They are the main way for us to show what we can do with a role, to book work and for casting offices and filmmakers to get to know us.
There are right and wrong ways to execute each element of a self tape. Some issues can be so bad that casting may not be able to share your tape with production, and may not have time to give notes for you to do it again. Most aren’t ‘deal breakers’ - they just make us look a little worse, and don’t really help us ‘shine’.

In this webinar, Kym will walk you through self tape equipment and technical set up, then share performance tips, before moving on to editing methods and finally exporting and uploading your self taped auditions. She will show you how to execute each stage of self taping in a way that supports and enhances your performance, so you can avoid mistakes that distract from it.
Plus receive a Self Tape Setup Map Handout!

Sign up link: https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-webinars?h=actors-master-t...

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

These 2 Words Changed My Life For The Better by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 4th

These 2 words changed my life and acting career for the better

https://youtu.be/CrrWr1lQQPw

As artists, our lives can get really crazy busy. We all juggle so many things
at once. I now use these 2 words to relax and truly enjoy and appreciate what I 
am doing. 

Enjoy the video: https://youtu.be/CrrWr1lQQPw

Would love to hear what you do that helps maintain some type of normalcy in your crazy life.

Share your thoughts.
Aaron

Film Festival by Caterina Campagna  •  last post Jun 4th

Hi Esteemed Creatives,

Come to a great day of films, networking, and discussions with filmmakers! June 22nd at Slate NY ON 54 w 21st. Street NY, NY 10010 FROM 1 TO 9PM. Check out the video to learn about the tremendous films you'll see! From well-known actors to the best ones on the rise. Get your tickets while they last by clicking this link: https://slate.ticketsauce.com/e/4th-annual-her-vision-international-film-festival/tickets?aff=embed-calendar&

The Extravaganza Festival of One-Acts and Scenes by Katrina Yashar  •  last post Jun 2nd

You are cordially invited to an enchanting evening at Playhouse West in North Hollywood, where we will be showcasing a selection of captivating scenes and one-act plays. Art is a vital nourishment for the soul, offering profound insights and emotional depth that enrich our lives in ways nothing else can. This is a unique opportunity for us all to expand our horizons, gain fresh perspectives, and experience the transformative power of live performance. I am honored to be part of this showcase and would be deeply grateful for your presence and support of our talented actors and our exceptional stage director, Wolfgang Bodison. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of creativity and talent.

Voice Acting Advice by Tammy Hunt  •  last post May 31st



- Collaborate with people who complement your skills.

Pro: Eugene Mirman (“Bob’s Burgers”)

“If what you want to do is voiceover and you don’t think you’re a great writer, there’s probably someone who’s a writer who would love somebody to perform their scenes. There’s probably an animator who would love to be an animator but needs actors and writers. The truth is you have to find like-minded people to collaborate with.”

- The best part of voiceover acting is that there are no limitations. 

Pro: Maya Rudolph (“Big Mouth”)
“The joy of doing voiceover [acting] and animation [is] you can really be anything…. In the world of comedy, for me, what I like trying to go after is finding the thing that creates a character that’s got some sort of a goofy joy.” 

- Always keep your dreams alive.

Pro: John Roberts (“Bob’s Burgers”)
“Art is definitely something that’s going to make this a better world. Don’t let that part of you die. Keep finding ways to tell stories and get your voice out there and change people’s minds through art and good music and theater and all that stuff. Dream very big. Don’t let anyone take your dreams away. Don’t let anyone tell you no.”

#voiceover #acting

The Actor's Truth Challenge by Alan Powell  •  last post May 31st

Accepting hard truths about our lives,/our relationships frees our emotional expression giving us greater range as actors.Take the Truth Challenge and afterward leave one word in the comments about what comes up for you....I dare ya... :)

Webinar coming soon! An Actors guide to Understanding and Eliminating the American Accent by Sydney Summers  •  last post May 30th

One of the essential qualities of being a great actor is the ability to transform. Having an array of accents at your finger tip allows you to play a much wider range of people and increases the number of roles you can be cast in. If you’re a foreign actor and want to work in the American market, being able to act with an American accent will dramatically increase your opportunities as an actor. And even just reducing your accent will make you more castable, and prepare you to do other foreign accents more easily and convincingly. And learning how to do all this is fun and fascinating!


The hardest part in learning an accent or reducing your accent is not learning the new sounds. It’s breaking the speech habits that you’ve had all your life, or that you’ve had for as long as you’ve been speaking English. We learn our first language as children, absorbing the sounds without any awareness of the process. But as adults the new sounds are competing for dominance with the old sounds. Luckily there is very cool science for breaking down and understanding the sounds, the mechanics of the sounds, the relationships between the sounds, and the nature and rules of stressing, rhythm and intonation, and a technique for rewiring your brain so you can speak these new sounds effortlessly while you are acting.

Learn all you need to know to understanding and eliminating the American accent!

Plus! Receive A guide to vowel and consonant sounds for Accents and Accent reduction!

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

Sign up link: https://www.stage32.com/education?p=9299838370099