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I am so excited that Jon Sperry who was one of my first Stage 32 educators 12 years ago has come back to our community to teach a webinar for actors how to reduce or neutralize your accent. Jon has worked with HUGE A-listers including Sofia Vergarra, Harvey Kietel, Russel Crowe, Arnold Schwarzenegge...
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I've wondered how actors made themselves cry, Florin Şumălan. Great video for actors to check out!
Here is a commercial created without actors, this is in the SAGAFTRA, IATSE, and Teamsters contracts. AI objects are considered. READ.YOUR.CONTRACT.CAREFULLY. Get an entertainment lawyer. This will mostly affect extras I imagine. No need to hire actual people. Therefore, no need for crew either.
https://www.toysrus.com/pages/studios
True. I wasn't invested much either.
Hmm, that's interesting. Richard "RB" Botto I don't know that I would have been able to tell that child was AI generated if I had not been told that before I watched the commercial. I could tell every...
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Great point about people wanting to feel connected Richard "RB" Botto I think that is why AI won't be able to replace actors or writers, they can't generate emotions. AI is a sociopath....
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That's wild, Suzanne Bronson. Seemed obvious right away to me. Very mechanical and unnatural IMO. And I agree on the emotions/human connection front.
Same here Richard "RB" Botto and with Disney and others spending millions on purchasing Ai companies is very telling as well.
There may not be The Daily Show, or Last Week Tonight without Martin Mull. Fernwood Tonight was brilliant and ahead of its time. He was an innovator, a talent, occasionally a star, and always provocative. I enjoyed him always. Thanks for the laughs. https://variety.com/2024/film/news/martin-mull-dea...
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Haha! I adore June Squibb. What a badass.
Totally amazing and so inspiring
Indeed -- I learned so much about story listening to my grandparents and their friends re-tell their own life experiences.
Inspiring! Thanks for sharing!
THELMA is rocking the indie box office. Can't imagine how many passed on this film. Good on Zurich Avenue and Invention Studios for shepherding the project and Magnolia Pictures for their fearless distribution plan.
This 1 Tip Will Make Your Audition Powerful
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share them with us.
Great audition technique, Aaron Marcus!
Thank you, Aaron, such a good tip...love it.
So glad you like the tip. Do you have any suggestions for auditions?
Our tireless Education Team has been hard at work to bring in some incredible education opportunities for July! In today's blog, read all about the exclusive webinars, classes, and labs currently available to Stage 32 members.
https://www.stage32.com/blog/stage-32s-july-2024-education-schedule-3775...
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You know how to act, but do you know how to be an actor (they are two very different things)
Hey there Acting Lounge. Tom Lapke here, the new Director of Global Education for Stage 32. I am going to be doing an AMA this Wednesday to answer all your questions about being (or starting out as) a profess...
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Thanks for the detailed and informed answer, Tom Lapke! I will take your advice and consult a tax specialist with experience in this area. Hugely helpful!
Thank you so much for you in depth and informative answers Tom Lapke ! I especially need to remember that the audition itself is the job. (I believe Bryan Cranston said that was shared on an earlier t...
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Thank you Tom Lapke for taking the time to write such a long, thought-provoking, helpful, interesting answer!! I really appreciate it. I will process this, and hopefully keep in touch....
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Tom Lapke thanks for your answer, Tom. Let’s hope that production picks up soon.
Thank you for all these thoughtful answers, Tom Lapke ! I've noticed the same changes in the industry as you have and I tend to have a positive outlook on them as you do, especially with self-tapes. W...
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IT'S SILLY TO THINK THAT A PERSON IS FAMOUS BECAUSE OF HIS PARENTS (NEPO BABIES) IF TO BE SUCCESSFUL ON A SCREEN, THE ONES WHO CHOOSE YOU ARE THE PUBLIC AND THE BOX OFFICE.
WHAT A TOXIC AND ENVIOUS PEOPLE... JAJAJAJAJAJJA
This has been a fascinating drama to watch... and I don't mean the actual series (which I love)... the back-and-forth between Coster, Sheridan, and Paramount has been nothing short of epic. And Costner just made it official that he's not returning for the final episodes. I will miss him in the show...
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This is so sad to see Sam Sokolow
I'm planning to start the full binge of Yellowstone, now that I finally have a Peacock account. I've been sleeping on it for far too long, Sam Sokolow.
It's definitely been quite the saga! I'm sad to hear Costner won't be returning, as his presence has been such a cornerstone of the show. It will be interesting to see how the writers handle his absen...
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Are Actors Actually Wasting Money With Managers
In the video you will learn whether it is helpful or a waste of time trying to work with a manager. And, the specific differences between agents and managers.
You will also learn exactly what fees are paid to each.
If you hav...
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Hi Tom, I am giving workshops in Burbank all day Wednesday. What is an AMA?
"AMA" = "ask me anything" it's a style of interview where someone answers questions submitted by users or audience members.
Got it, thank you for letting me know. Learned something new today.
Aaron Marcus, Tom's is happening right now! You should jump in- https://www.stage32.com/lounge/acting/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-6-26......
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About to begin my workshops, in Burbank. Sorry I can't attend.
What a remarkable, varied career. Elevated so many films. Charm and class in abundance.
I once heard someone refer to him as one the most underrated, versatile actors ever because they wanted to put him in a box - as Hollywood is prone to do - but he wouldn't let them put him in a box. A lesson for all.
Such an incredible career. The original Hawkeye Pierce in Robert Altman’s MASH. Such a great performance in KLUTE. His turns in ANIMAL HOUSE, JFK, ORDINARY PEOPLE and so many others it’s impossible to count. And only got better and better. RIP to one of the best there ever was.
He was terrific in Nicholas Roeg's "Don't Look Now" (1973)
I loved him in Hogan´s Heros Pat Alexander & Sam Sokolow...
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My sister was working at an Ikea when she met him. She told me that she said to him how creepy she thought Kiefer Sutherland is and she says that he said, "Yeah...he does play a good villain, doesn't...
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I LOVE him in Buffy, Brandy Camille!! Great reference!
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