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Today's Blog- Stage 32's July 2023 Education Schedule! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 28th

Hey Performers,


Don't miss out on today's Stage 32 blog, outlining the great webinars, classes, and labs available for the next month right here on Stage 32! While things have seemingly quieted down a bit due to summer vacations and ongoing negotiations, take this time to further your education and skillsets in all areas of the industry!

https://www.stage32.com/blog/stage-32s-july-2023-education-schedule-3408

Actors by Omari Washington  •  last post Jun 27th

What inspired you to start your acting journey?

Quick Tip Video - Can Social Media Platforms Help Your Acting Career? This will Surprise You by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 27th

Can Social Media Platforms Help Your Acting Career? This will Surprise You

https://youtu.be/Gxfk2b-_Npw

Can social media really help an actor's career? That is a question that is asked quite often. Below are some of the many questions that are answered in the video.

Can actors connect with agents, casting directors and other industry professionals by using social media?

Is it necessary for actors to have a social media presence? 

Do casting directors and agents really use actor's social media platforms to view them?

What information should actors place on their social media platforms?

Can having a large following really help an actor have success?

Can actor's careers be hurt by using social media?

If you use social media, let others know if it has helped you by leaving a comment on the channel's comment section.


Acting by Josiah Bhola Hillaire  •  last post Jun 26th

What projects are you as an actor are currently working on?

FYC #EMMYS 2023 on Ballot for "Pepito's America" as Outstanding Actress & Producer in Short Form Comedy by Jacqueline Murphy  •  last post Jun 25th

TELEVISION ACADEMY members #FYC please see my work on my YouTube Channel: JacquelineMurphyActress & Pepitos America Channel here:

AND ON THE TELEVISION ACADEMY VIEWING PLATFORM. 
FOR YOUR EMMY® CONSIDERATION 
OUTSTANDING ACTRESS IN A SHORT FORM COMEDY DRAMA SERIES
Jacqueline Murphy as Miriam Price in Pepito's America
OUTSTANDING ACTOR IN A SHORT FORM COMEDY or DRAMA SERIES
Carlos Moreno Jr. as Rico Pepito in Pepito's America
OUTSTANDING SHORT FORM COMEDY, DRAMA SERIES
Pepito's America (Carlos Moreno Jr. & I are also producers and are in 2 categories: Acting & Producing the show).
1st round voting to determine the nominations closes tomorrow, Monday, June 26. Thanks to all our friends who've supported Pepito's America, Carlos Moreno Jr. & me, Jacqueline Murphy
The competition is fierce, but we're giving it our all and are grateful for your support. We've had a great time seeing you at the FYCs and mixers! Thank you! Jacqueline Murphy

Sigourney Weaver Was My 1993 Christmas Gift by Matthew Gross  •  last post Jun 24th

I'm sitting at home feeling nostalgic. That's what you do when Hollywood goes on summer hiatus. Back in 1993, I lived in Denver and worked for my dad at his travel agency, Mr. Cheap's Travel. One morning, he handed me an envelop. In it was an airplane ticket to San Francisco, hotel reservation, a stack of cash, and a piece of paper with instructions. I'm a huge Sigourney Weaver fan, and his gift to me was the opportunity to fly to out to be an extra in "Copycat". The piece of paper had my call time, location, and wardrobe information he acquired from Hayes Van Horn Casting. That was a magical day. I was still pretty new, and I had just become SAG eligible. But then it got more interesting. Casting arranged to have me sit directly in front of the podium where Dr. Helen Hudson (Weaver) delivered her lecture on serial killers. I was mesmerized. She's so shy. And I learned a thing or two about performing monologues. This was the best Christmas present I ever received.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Pp64srMAH4

My episode on "And Just Like That" HBO MAX just aired. It's my first Time smoking and on a streaming show by Ryker Baloun  •  last post Jun 24th

How does this really affect my career? How do I promote this new project to casting directors and producers for maximum benefits? I know work beget's work, but there is this strike...Also, I've shot three pilots in the past year with three different productions ( two for colleges). Do those ever see the light of day? Thanks, I know it is a lot of questions.

4 Casting Directors Advice for Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jun 23rd



“There is a lot of noise out in the world, a lot of maybes, and a lot of uncertainty right now. Try to stay focused. Be kind, be honest, and be authentic. Put yourself and your craft first. The truth is, there isn’t going to be an abundance of work yet. Use this time to hone your craft, work on your writing skills, and self-reflect. And always be ready to do your best work!” 

—Russell Boast

“Don’t worry about all those credits, or that your résumé is not fully fleshed out. It’s all about who you are. Let’s start there and lean into that and find characters that match that, or characters that might be the opposite of that but that only you can play in an interesting way. Be authentic, and center everything you do around that.” 

—Victor Vazquez 


“There are so many platforms where people can create their own content and get discovered in a way, especially with the state of the world right now…. When we’re casting, we’re watching these videos people create in their apartments. Creating your own content can really make a difference now, especially at a time when you can’t go into a room to meet a casting director.”

—Collin Daniel

“Take acting classes and work hard, because when opportunity knocks (and you never know when it will), you must be ready for it. It is easy to get into a casting office for one audition, but you want them to remember you for the next one. It’s not about getting this job—it’s about getting the next one.” 

—Libby Goldstein

“Make yourself easy to find. Have a website, and put an email address on it. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve skipped an actor because they have one of those contact pages that makes it difficult to email them when I’m sending out lots of messages. And if you don’t have a website, have a public Instagram account with an email address listed.”

—Kate Antognini

#actor #casting #director #audition

Hollywood Is A Ghost Town by Matthew Gross  •  last post Jun 23rd

Summer hiatus is in full swing, so it's a ghost town here in Hollywood. Some updates: SAG-AFTRA's contracts are set to ends June 30th, and a vote to strike was passed. However, it looks like contract negotiators may extend the negotiations for a few additional days beyond the June 30th expiration date; otherwise all existing union film projects to come to a screeching halt. Today, June 23, members of DGA vote on their new contract; fingers crossed. I woke this morning, had breakfast, and then realized I have absolutely nothing to do today or the next few weeks. Long waits can be tough. Hopefully things will be back to normal in time for the 2023-24 season beginning August. 

A Showrunner’s Guide To A Writing Career In Television by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jun 23rd

TV show writers' rooms have often been populated by actors who either discovered their talent for character and scene building or who have a connection to the series or material. In fact, my wife, a long time screen and stage actor, recently wrote on a Netflix series. If you want to write for television this Stage 32 class hosted by TV writers and showrunner Todd Slavkin is a must!


Todd's experiences showrunning series for Disney, The CW, ABC, and more have provided him with an arsenal of showrunning tools that he will share with you to prepare you for your own career as a showrunner. Todd has worked in all different kinds of genres and has been involved with many popular television shows, including SMALLVILLE, SHADOWHUNTERS and most recently THE MYSTERIOUS BENEDICT SOCIETY, for which he was nominated for two Emmys. He has written pilots for ABC, NBC, FOX, FREEFORM and The CW, where he developed and was the showrunner of MELROSE PLACE 2.0. 

Todd is a brilliant writer, a wealth of information, a generous and popular educator and simply a terrific person to work with and learn from. Here's a link. so you can see how Todd has designed his class and be among the first to register: https://www.stage32.com/classes/Stage-32-4-Part-Writing-Class-A-Showrunner-s-Guide-To-A-Writing-Career-In-Television

Could use some end-of-week love! by Kerynna Jarman  •  last post Jun 23rd

I'll return views! There's been a change in casting in the movie I'm in. I'm a bit bummed about it, but trying to keep positive. I could really use some end-of-week-love with some views to my page! https://www.imdb.com/name/nm14941078 https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm14941078

Give yourself a break actors! by Loren E Chadima  •  last post Jun 22nd

Here's something I heard recently. 

FYC #EMMYS 2023 on Ballot for "Pepito's America" as Outstanding Actress & Producer in Short Form Comedy by Jacqueline Murphy  •  last post Jun 21st

#EMMY #FYC 2023 Television Academy members please consider: Jacqueline Murphy & Carlos Moreno Jr as actors & producers in "Pepito's America" Outstanding Short Form Comedy,Drama, Variety

Shelby & Tommy Chong starring in Ep 9 "Campaign Victory"- link below https://lnkd.in/g6w2-2Dn

#jacquelinemurphyfycemmys #jacquelinemurphy #actress #Emmy #FYC #televisionacademy #nomination #jacquelinemurphyactress #awardwinning #carlosmorenojr #roquellayfette
#pepitosmamadas #pepitosamerica #pepito #Pepitojokes #tommychong #shelbychong #peterkwong #kendavitian #jonfiore #chistesdepepito #jokes #comedy #series #latino #life #believe #humor #viral #creator #actor #director #losangeles #hollywood #crazy #funny #fun #loco #nomames #friends #create #USA #America

Today's Blog- Writing For The Stage vs. The Screen by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 20th

For all our multi-hyphenate Actor-Writers,

Writing a stage play is a challenge because of the unique nature of the theatre, but writing for the screen is no less of a challenge. Learn the differences between these mediums on today's Stage32 blog!

https://www.stage32.com/blog/writing-for-the-stage-vs-the-screen-3400


Be sure to leave any thoughts, questions, or words of encouragement for its author, Joel, in the blog comments!

6 Actors Having Great Success Late In Life - Guess How Old They Were?| by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jun 20th

6 Actors Having Great Success Late In Life - Guess How Old They Were?

https://youtu.be/oPZwCa_FF4s

How old were you when you began acting? Leave your answer below.

Not everyone gets started or has success at an early age. There are quite a few incredibly well known and successful actors who either started or had success later in life.

Here are the names of the 6 actors discussed in this video.
#Alan Rickman
#Samuel L. Jackson
#Danny Aiello
#Kathryn Joosten
#Dennis Farina
#John Mahoney
I also share a story about the time I met John Mahoney. What a nice man.

Author/Actor/Teacher Michael Laskin talks about the difference between art and business is that they need to coexist! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jun 19th

This is a great interview! 

While artists should prioritize themselves as artists first, they also need to understand and embrace the business side of their craft. Sustaining oneself in the acting career requires navigating the challenges of the industry, where success can be elusive and rejection is common. It's important for actors to realize that the casting process is not personal and that casting directors want them to succeed. Building a community of fellow actors and having a supportive partner can make the journey easier. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqMMQvOMrgA

Actors based in Manitoba! by Chris Greenaway  •  last post Jun 17th

I'm a producer with 15 years of experience looking to connect with people in my region!!

Artificial intelligence by Lee Kim  •  last post Jun 17th

What does everyone think about artificial intelligence and the impact it will have on the industry? (Talent, directors, writers, etc.)? I'm aware of the WGA writers' strike. But, apart from that (although not diminishing at all the importance of it), I wanted to get people's perspectives on AI. (This is a very broad question and could address anything from large language models to AI-generated art, etc.) Thanks, Lee https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm12295430

Hello by James James  •  last post Jun 16th

I  James James... Introducing myself to the stage community... imdb.me/jamesjames

Peace 

Do you want to direct? by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jun 14th

Some of the best directors started their careers acting (from Clint Eastwood to Regina King). If you want to learn the fundamentals of film directing, Stage 32 is hosting a course I highly recommend that starts this coming Sunday, June 18th called DIRECTING 101. 


Award-winning director Clay Liford takes you on a 4-session journey to the heart of film directing and all of the responsibilities, challenges and opportunities it entails. 

Here's a link so you can see how Clay has designed his class and register for it while you still can: https://www.stage32.com/classes/Stage-32-4-Part-Class-Directing-101