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Coffee & Content: Low Stakes Stories, High Stakes Decisions
A Practical Guide for Actors: Tips & Advice Every Performer Should Know
Coffee & Content: Reinvent the Story, Reinvent the Industry
Stage 32 Is My Magic Key To International Networking And Education
State of the Industry 2026 Now On-Demand: RB & Geoff Break Down What’s Next for Writers!
Want Success in the Entertainment Industry? Start Writing Your Own Narrative
What Stage 32's Community Is Really About (Beyond Scripts, Sets, and Showreels)
7 Life Hacks For Creatives
Stage 32 Featured at the 43rd Torino Film Festival!
Green Lights and Grey Areas: Expanding Creative Collaboration in Publishing
My Stage 32 Story: 10 Years In 5 Acts
1. The Blogger “Toxic & Elitist”, were the words circling within my head in November 2013. I’d found myself at the door of Stage 32 an artistic refugee, spiritually exhausted after a stint on screenwriting forums and a certain website that evaluates your scripts with a score. The former exposed me to trolls who’d convinced me I didn’t have what it takes to break in, while the latter had done nothing but send me in circles. While a script of mine had bee…
Coffee & Content: Cinematic Lighting Vs. Natural Lighting
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. This week we're talking all things lighting! So first, in this great video from In Depth Cine, you'll look at the differences between 'cinematic lighting' and 'natural lighting.' Often what we think of as 'natural' is anything but. However, there are plenty of films that do manage to use …
The 10 Pillars Of A High Achiever
Through 15 years of working in the entertainment industry, I’ve learned that there will be many ups and downs in a dream pursuit. There will be obstacles, and good days, and opportunities, and rejections. The High Achiever (a.k.a. you!), needs a game plan through it all. The High Achiever needs to handle all of these moments intentionally and carefully, in a way that effectively keeps them on the path to success. That’s why I developed the 10 Pillars of the High Achiever. Her…
How To Negotiate A Composer Agreement
When you decide to write music for Film and Television as a full-time job, you’ll soon realize that from that moment on it is not just about your music, but about the music business. There is so much to know and to learn about the process of negotiating a deal. I am going to share some of the experiences I have had so far, hoping that it will help you with your negotiations a little bit. When And Why: Signing An Agreement When you are offered a composer job, your first instinct i…
Managing Your Wellbeing During Turbulent Times
The world keeps spinning, and so do our heads—hurricanes in Maui, earthquakes in Morocco, floods in Libya, and now the Israel-Hamas war. We are inundated with media filled with horrific and disquieting sounds and images. You want to be engaged, to keep up with world events, yet it can be paralyzing. What to do? My book about happiness came out on October 10th, which happened to be Mental Health Day. Amid all the atrocities going on right now, you may feel that this is not the bes…
November Write Club Week #2: The Importance Of Research And Resources
Hi Creative Army! It’s great to meet you all! I’d like to properly introduce myself, I’m Samantha Rivera, the Development Services Coordinator at Stage 32! Some of you may have interacted with me through success@stage32.com, which is a great way for me to interact and answer any questions of any members regarding Stage 32, our services, and how we can best help you achieve your goals. However, emailing us isn't the only great way for you to closely connect with us at St…
Harnessing the Storm: An Odyssey Through the World’s Paramount Filming Pool
*Jean Pierre co-wrote this piece with his business partner, Vadim Fortunin. Cinema’s magic lies in its power to whisk audiences into uncharted realms. The grandeur of open seas and the mysteries of underwater abysses often beckon filmmakers, yet capturing such scenes is no small feat. The wild temperament of natural waters and the ensuing logistical quagmires are often stumbling blocks. However, nestled in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta emerges as a cinematic sanctuary, off…
Announcing the 1st Annual Period Piece Screenwriting Contest
Amid the rustle of crinoline skirts and the flickering gas lamps of a bygone era, history comes to life and the past unfolds before our eyes within period piece screenplays that weave a tapestry of captivating tales from times long past. All-time classics like PRIDE & PREJUDICE and THE GOOD, THE BAD, & THE UGLY enchant our hearts and take us into the old ways of the world, while unconventional period piece stories like THE FAVOURITE and ABRAHAM LINCOLN: VAMPIRE HUNTER explore uni…
Coffee & Content: Sofia Coppola & Cast Break Down 'Priscilla' Scene
Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? I have some content here for you that is sure to get the creative juices flowing, so grab your coffee, and let's dive in. First up, we've got this fantastic scene breakdown from Vanity Fair for the recently released PRISCILLA from Sofia Coppola starring Cailee Spaeny and Jacob Elordi. It's great to see not only each of their three distinct perspectives on filming this project but also all the visual elements packed in…
How Hollywood Reacts To My Disability - And Why It Matters For You
You see excitement sparking in the producer’s eyes. They tell you your concept is unique, highly marketable, and fills a void in a profitable genre… Then the big question comes - the most important question you get asked in any pitch - “Why are YOU the one to tell this story?” You respond, “I chose to write this paranoid-spy-thriller as my vehicle to immerse an audience in the experience of what it’s like living with an anxiety disorder, like my ow…
Red Carpet Roll-Out: November's New Educators & Execs at Stage 32!
Hi, Stage 32 Community! Our Stage 32 Team has been working diligently to bring in as many new resources and opportunities as possible to enrich your experience here in our community! At Stage 32 you have direct access to industry professionals who’ve written, authored, developed, produced, directed, and represented acclaimed projects like SPIDER-MAN 2, NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM, BORAT 2, THE WALKING DEAD, THE PUNISHER, SUPERGIRL, THE WINCHESTERS, THE LEFTOVERS, DEEPWATER HORIZON, TOY…
Stage 32's November 2023 Education Schedule!
Hey, Stage 32 Community! Happy November! Over the past month, our Stage 32 Education Team has been hard at work to bring in some incredible education opportunities and resources for this fantastic community. This month, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, post-production professionals, story consultants, award-winning filmmakers, best-selling authors, acclaimed producers, financiers, screenwriters, distributors, and representatives. Impressive creati…
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