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Richard "RB" Botto
Richard "RB" Botto is Founder and CEO of Stage 32. He is also a screenwriter, producer, actor, and voice actor.
Mistakes Artists Make On Social Media & How To Fix Them
Last month, the awesome owners of Film Courage came to the Stage 32 offices to interview our CEO, RB Botto. The wide ranging, over 3-hour interview covered a plethora of subjects including screenwriting, filmmaking, acting, distribution, indiefilm, the state or the industry, crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, social media, and networking in person, online and outside of LA to name a few. Film Courage has begun releasing the interview in segments and we're happy to announce that we'll be bring…
Mistakes Artists Make On Social Media & How To Fix Them
Last month, the awesome owners of Film Courage came to the Stage 32 offices to interview our CEO, RB Botto. The wide ranging, over 3-hour interview covered a plethora of subjects including screenwriting, filmmaking, acting, distribution, indiefilm, the state or the industry, crowdfunding, crowdsourcing, social media, and networking in person, online and outside of LA to name a few. Film Courage has begun releasing the interview in segments and we're happy to announce that we'll be bring…
Yes We Cannes! Stage 32 Invited to 2015 Cannes Film Festival
Stage 32 Recognized as a Leader in the Convergence of Entertainment and Tech at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival It is with great honor that I announce today that Stage 32 has been invited by the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film to present its online platform as a leader in the convergence of entertainment and tech at the festival’s NEXT Pavilion. Stage 32 has also been invited to participate in the festival’s NEXT Program speaking on crowdsourcing, the importance of social media for to…
Yes We Cannes! Stage 32 Invited to 2015 Cannes Film Festival
Stage 32 Recognized as a Leader in the Convergence of Entertainment and Tech at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival It is with great honor that I announce today that Stage 32 has been invited by the Cannes Film Festival Marché du Film to present its online platform as a leader in the convergence of entertainment and tech at the festival’s NEXT Pavilion. Stage 32 has also been invited to participate in the festival’s NEXT Program speaking on crowdsourcing, the importance of social media for to…
Information is Power - What Can We Help You Do?
"Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." - Mahatma Gandhi "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela "The great aim of education is not knowledge but action." - Herbert Spencer I'm very excited and proud to announce the launch of our new and improved Next Level Education section. When I first conceived of Stage 32, my wish was to bring education to all film, television and theater creatives re…
Information is Power - What Can We Help You Do?
"Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever." - Mahatma Gandhi "Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela "The great aim of education is not knowledge but action." - Herbert Spencer I'm very excited and proud to announce the launch of our new and improved Next Level Education section. When I first conceived of Stage 32, my wish was to bring education to all film, television and theater creatives re…
Keep Believing: The Power of Positive Thinking
Today's blog comes from editor and Stage 32 member, Rosalind Winton, from Bushey, United Kingdom. Rosalind is the owner of One Voice Literary Agency, a company that assists writers in developing and proofreading their manuscripts. While she specializes in editorial work, Rosalind is also a narrator for ACX, the audio subsidiary for Amazon that turns their publications into audio books, and is looking to further her career in voice over work. In this entry, Rosalind speaks of her creativ…
Keep Believing: The Power of Positive Thinking
Today's blog comes from editor and Stage 32 member, Rosalind Winton, from Bushey, United Kingdom. Rosalind is the owner of One Voice Literary Agency, a company that assists writers in developing and proofreading their manuscripts. While she specializes in editorial work, Rosalind is also a narrator for ACX, the audio subsidiary for Amazon that turns their publications into audio books, and is looking to further her career in voice over work. In this entry, Rosalind speaks of her creativ…
RB's Stage 32 News, Notes, Discussions and Other Fun Stuff (May 1, 2015)
Welcome to the weekend, everyone. In this edition of the Weekend Blog, the 2015 festival season is in full swing. Under ENTERTAINMENT NEWS I have all the winners out of Tribeca as well as the full slate of films playing at the Cannes Film Festival. Also in that section: Sexism in Hollywood is a hot topic once again; Julianne Moore lashes out against the studio system; a look at one of the most notorious Hollywood producers of the last 30+ years; no one is above getting the boot, even n…
RB's Stage 32 News, Notes, Discussions and Other Fun Stuff (May 1, 2015)
Welcome to the weekend, everyone. In this edition of the Weekend Blog, the 2015 festival season is in full swing. Under ENTERTAINMENT NEWS I have all the winners out of Tribeca as well as the full slate of films playing at the Cannes Film Festival. Also in that section: Sexism in Hollywood is a hot topic once again; Julianne Moore lashes out against the studio system; a look at one of the most notorious Hollywood producers of the last 30+ years; no one is above getting the boot, even n…
Screenwriter to Screenwriter: An Interview with Myself
Today's blog comes from screenwriter and Stage 32 member, Marla J. Hayes, from North Bay, Canada. Marla has written a number of features and short films, in some instances acting as a producer. Her screenplay, Screw You, Mr. President was adapted into a number one bestseller on Amazon.com. Marla decided to interview someone she trusted would provide some helpful advice to writers on perfecting their craft: herself! Marla recounts the very beginnings of her desire to become a writer, exp…
Screenwriter to Screenwriter: An Interview with Myself
Today's blog comes from screenwriter and Stage 32 member, Marla J. Hayes, from North Bay, Canada. Marla has written a number of features and short films, in some instances acting as a producer. Her screenplay, Screw You, Mr. President was adapted into a number one bestseller on Amazon.com. Marla decided to interview someone she trusted would provide some helpful advice to writers on perfecting their craft: herself! Marla recounts the very beginnings of her desire to become a writer, exp…
"It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint": Getting Ahead and Taking Chances
Today's blog comes from producer and Stage 32 member, Joe Orlandino. As a producer for the Atlas Media Group, Joe specializes in working with filmmakers on developing their feature films, short films, and screenplays. He has also produced a number of award-winning music videos and has 14 years worth of experience working in the television industry. In this entry, Joe takes us through his journey moving upwards in the industry, going from a college dropout to a full-fledged Hollywood pro…
"It's a Marathon, Not a Sprint": Getting Ahead and Taking Chances
Today's blog comes from producer and Stage 32 member, Joe Orlandino. As a producer for the Atlas Media Group, Joe specializes in working with filmmakers on developing their feature films, short films, and screenplays. He has also produced a number of award-winning music videos and has 14 years worth of experience working in the television industry. In this entry, Joe takes us through his journey moving upwards in the industry, going from a college dropout to a full-fledged Hollywood pro…
Is There a Stage 32 Meetup in Your Area? Plus, Your Meetups Questions Answered!
Since we launched the Stage 32 Meetup section last month, over 150 meetups have been posted around the world. The stories that have come out of these events have been nothing short of inspiring. We have received many questions about this new and exciting section of the site. Allow me to take a moment to answer the most common questions regarding Stage 32 Meetups and point out which Stage 32 meetups are coming up. As you'll see below, we have meetups taking place all over the United Stat…
Is There a Stage 32 Meetup in Your Area? Plus, Your Meetups Questions Answered!
Since we launched the Stage 32 Meetup section last month, over 150 meetups have been posted around the world. The stories that have come out of these events have been nothing short of inspiring. We have received many questions about this new and exciting section of the site. Allow me to take a moment to answer the most common questions regarding Stage 32 Meetups and point out which Stage 32 meetups are coming up. As you'll see below, we have meetups taking place all over the United Stat…
Demo Reels 101: How to Get More Acting Roles
Today's blog come from award-winning actress, editor and Stage 32 member Carmela Hayslett from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Carmela has an unquenchable passion for filmmaking. Through her production company, Potent Media, she has produced four feature films and countless short films. Even with an impressive slate of films, Carmela discovered her true calling was as an editor. More specifically, she specializes in creating and editing demo reels for actors. For the actors in the Stage 32 …
Demo Reels 101: How to Get More Acting Roles
Today's blog come from award-winning actress, editor and Stage 32 member Carmela Hayslett from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Carmela has an unquenchable passion for filmmaking. Through her production company, Potent Media, she has produced four feature films and countless short films. Even with an impressive slate of films, Carmela discovered her true calling was as an editor. More specifically, she specializes in creating and editing demo reels for actors. For the actors in the Stage 32 …
On Stage with RB - 1 Year Anniversary Edition with Special Guests!
We're celebrating the One Year Anniversary of On Stage With RB (where has the time gone?) and we have a killer show in store for our members! Joining RB is special guest Jon Sperry, World Renowned Acting, Voice, Dialect and Accent Reduction Coach who has coached such actors as Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Rodrigo Santoro, Sofia Vergara, Zoe Saldana, Russell Crowe, Matt Dillon and Harvey Keitel! Jon and RB will be talking all things industry! Plus, RB will also have on Jake Detharidge, who …
On Stage with RB - 1 Year Anniversary Edition with Special Guests!
We're celebrating the One Year Anniversary of On Stage With RB (where has the time gone?) and we have a killer show in store for our members! Joining RB is special guest Jon Sperry, World Renowned Acting, Voice, Dialect and Accent Reduction Coach who has coached such actors as Phillip Seymour Hoffman, Rodrigo Santoro, Sofia Vergara, Zoe Saldana, Russell Crowe, Matt Dillon and Harvey Keitel! Jon and RB will be talking all things industry! Plus, RB will also have on Jake Detharidge, who …
RB's Stage 32 News, Notes, Discussions and Other Fun Stuff (April 24, 2015)
Welcome to the weekend, everyone. Hope you all had a terrific week. In this edition of the Weekend Blog under ENTERTAINMENT NEWS: Martin Scorsese lists his 85 “must see” movies (feel free to discuss in the Comments section); all the film which inspired the top filmmakers at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival; Harvey Weinstein sounds off; Blackmagic announces a slew of new cameras at NAB; Hollywood is warming to the idea of catering to more to mature audiences; a look at the legacy of Goodfe…
RB's Stage 32 News, Notes, Discussions and Other Fun Stuff (April 24, 2015)
Welcome to the weekend, everyone. Hope you all had a terrific week. In this edition of the Weekend Blog under ENTERTAINMENT NEWS: Martin Scorsese lists his 85 “must see” movies (feel free to discuss in the Comments section); all the film which inspired the top filmmakers at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival; Harvey Weinstein sounds off; Blackmagic announces a slew of new cameras at NAB; Hollywood is warming to the idea of catering to more to mature audiences; a look at the legacy of Goodfe…
5 Lessons to Walk The Creative Road
Today's blog comes from Stage 32 member David M. Hyde. David is is a screenwriter, screenwriting critique group facilitator and a Board of Directors member for the "Inspire Christian Writers" group. He has completed three screenplays, one of which was selected this year for the Sacramento International Film Festival, and two short scripts, one of which was first runner-up in this year's 168 Film Write of Passage speed writing contest. He was also a quarterfinalist in the 2014 Creative Wo…
5 Lessons to Walk The Creative Road
Today's blog comes from Stage 32 member David M. Hyde. David is is a screenwriter, screenwriting critique group facilitator and a Board of Directors member for the "Inspire Christian Writers" group. He has completed three screenplays, one of which was selected this year for the Sacramento International Film Festival, and two short scripts, one of which was first runner-up in this year's 168 Film Write of Passage speed writing contest. He was also a quarterfinalist in the 2014 Creative Wo…
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