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Aaron Marcus
The TV Show That Made History: For The Wrong Reason

The TV Show That Made History: For The Wrong Reason

It was disappointing to see a TV show (I was cast in,) that had such potential fail so miserably. There were so many amazing actors working on the show: Steven Pasquale, Phylicia Rashad, Lin-Manuel Miranda, F. Murray Abra...

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Maurice Vaughan

Sorry the show got cut so short, Aaron Marcus. Glad you saw the silver lining in the situation though! Happy Holidays!

Aaron Marcus

Thank you so much, Maurice.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Aaron Marcus.

Amanda Toney
Sandra Isabel Correia

Thank you for sharing Amanda Toney This is very interesting and I must confess, I didn’t except Casting Directors role was so important and vital. I am learning every day and this link made me to thin...

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Karen "Kay" Ross
Open Casting Call to PLAY Dolly Parton on Broadway!

Spread the word! We want this to be as EPIC and TIMELESS as Dolly herself!

Who would YOU want to play on Broadway?...

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Dolly Parton Announces Open Casting Call To Play Her In Broadway Musical
Dolly Parton Announces Open Casting Call To Play Her In Broadway Musical
With 'Dolly: An Original Musical' headed to Broadway, Dolly Parton is looking to make someone's dream come true with an open casting call.
Sam Sokolow

Wow! First off - can't wait to see a Broadway musical on Dolly. She's my wife's idol (and has written blurbs for both of her books, which is amazing) so she has a big presence in our home. Can't wait...

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Suzanne Bronson

This is awesome. I don't have the musical chops to even fake like I can sing but being on Broadway would be a dream come true. Who would I want to play on Broadway? I too, would love to do Chicago or...

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Sheida Ghorbani

Hi Karen.

I am sheida.

a passionate writer dedicated to crafting compelling narratives that resonate with audiences. Adept at generating innovative ideas, I consistently draw inspiration from my enviro...

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Ashley Renee Smith
Selena Gomez & Saoirse Ronan | Actors on Actors

Selena Gomez ("Emilia Pérez") & Saoirse Ronan ("Blitz" & "The Outrun") sit down to discuss portraying mothers, singing on-screen and why Selena "might be too old for the pop star life." They also bond over working with Meryl Streep in "Only Murders in the Building" and "Little Women."

https://m.youtu...

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Selena Gomez & Saoirse Ronan | Actors on Actors
Selena Gomez & Saoirse Ronan | Actors on Actors
Selena Gomez ("Emilia Pérez") & Saoirse Ronan ("Blitz" & "The Outrun") sit down to discuss portraying mothers, singing on-screen and why Selena "might be too old for the pop star life." They also bon…
Leonardo Ramirez

I saw this earlier today Ashley Renee Smith. Mack is a huge Selena Gomez fan.

Suzanne Bronson

I love these videos!

Ashley Renee Smith

Me too, Suzanne Bronson! They're always so fun and informative!

Tammy Hunt
Who Do You Get First: Agent or Manager?

Q: Is it unrealistic to get a manager before I have an agent?

Not unrealistic at all! Every actor is different and in a different stage of his or her career. If you find yourself without an agent, that doesn’t mean you are new to the business. For several reasons, any actor can find themselves withou...

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Suzanne Bronson

Thank you for sharing Tammy Hunt

Aaron Marcus

Great information. Thanks so much.

Ashley Renee Smith

Fantastic advice, Tammy Hunt! Thank you for sharing!

Sam Sokolow
Proud of Cynthia

Getting to work with Cynthia Erivo a few years back when she was famous but not a household name when she led our series GENIUS: ARETHA was incredible. I've always been in true awe. I am so happy I got to do that before her rocketship took off to Pluto. Amazing!!! https://deadline.com/2024/12/cynthi...

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Cynthia Erivo To Receive Visionary Award, James Mangold To Be Honored With Trailblazer Award At Sundance Film Festival Gala
Cynthia Erivo To Receive Visionary Award, James Mangold To Be Honored With Trailblazer Award At Sundance Film Festival Gala
The 2025 Sundance Film Festival gala will be lauding Wicked star Cynthia Erivo and A Complete Unknown filmmaker James Mangold at their Jan. 24 fundraiser dinner at the Grand Hyatt Deer Valley in Utah.…
Ashley Renee Smith

She’s an absolute powerhouse, Sam Sokolow!

Aaron Marcus
Protect The World: Act In Training Films: Surprise

Protect The World: Act In Training Films: Surprise

In this powerful video, I explore how actors can impact the world through training films.

If you ever worked on a training film, share your experience with us.

Need Your Help

I love sharing my quick tip videos with you al...

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Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Aaron Marcus. Move your mouse over "Profile" on the bar near the top of Stage 32's homepage and click "Video/Audio." You can also post your videos to your profile by moving your mouse...

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Aaron Marcus

Wow, Maurice, this is fantastic information. I just uploaded my reels and posted a few quick tip links to my wall page. Thank you so much.

Maurice Vaughan

You're welcome, Aaron Marcus.

Pamela Jaye Smith

Good idea indeed, Aaron. I've a friend who's been acting in training films for a couple decades now...in addition to his other acting work. He finds it rewarding to be helping train new professionals in a couple of different fields.

Aaron Marcus

Thanks so much for your comment. Yes, many actors don't know that training/educational/corporate films even exist. They can be fun and they also pay well. Thanks again for sharing.

Alan Powell
Wellbeing in Performance - FREE PRESENTATIONS

You may know of strategies to support boundaries and wellbeing before and after stepping into character but how do you support your wellbeing during? While you're in character? that's when injury or activation occurs. Actor Care® is an important part of actor preparation when working with distressin...

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Actor Care® Presentation
Actor Care® Presentation
Whether you're in training or pro, this free presentation introduces a Character development model that supports resilience & vulnerability.
Maurice Vaughan
Coffee & Content: How Do You Overcome Negativity?

Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.

In the first video, Film Stack dives into the turning points of Tom Hardy’s career, his setbacks, his relentless rise, his toughest productions, and the reason you don’t see him in as many films as before.

In the secon...

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Maurice Vaughan
FREE Get Ready For 2025 Virtual Global Film & TV Production Summit

Stage 32 is having an exclusive FREE virtual summit where top producers, film and television production executives, and film commissioners converge to discuss the state of film & TV production and how you can take advantage of the current landscape wherever you are in the world. There will even be a...

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Aaron Marcus
Don't Ever Make These Self-Tape Mistakes: Casting Directors Hate Them

Don't Ever Make These Self-Tape Mistakes: Casting Directors Hate Them

SHARE YOUR STORY:

Do you have any suggestions or tips for people self-taping or know of common mistakes actors make when doing self-tapes? If so, please share it here so we can learn from you.

If you h...

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Aaron Marcus

You are very welcome Fahd. Have you done many self tapes? If so, please share any tips or strategies that you have found helpful. Thanks again.

Laquan Copeland

Self-tapes are so important, and nailing the basics makes all the difference! One tip I always share is to double-check your framing and lighting—casting directors want to see you, not shadows or dis...

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Aaron Marcus

Those are such great points, Laquan. One point I just thought of, always re-check the recording before sending it. I remember checking things over and realized that I almost sent the original recordin...

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Suzanne Bronson

That's funny Stephen Folker It would never occur to me add any of that to a self tape audition. I treat it like an in person audition.

Aaron Marcus

Thanks, Suzanne. I have heard some horror stories from CD's about how some actors don't know that trying to make the audition look slick with fancy editing and music really takes away from their performance.

Heidi Schussman
Table Read

Hello Actors of Stage 32!

I'm hankering to do another table read. I did one four years ago with my screenplays Piratessa and The Legend of The Toymaker. We had sooo much fun, but maybe it was because we were in covid lock-down, and we were desperate? Anyhow, I want to do it again. I have a new screen...

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Wayne Jarman

Table Reads are so much fun!

Wishing you every success, Heidi.

Heidi Schussman

Wayne, I agree. It's an opportunity for us to stretch our wings and have a little fun. You're welcome to join us.

Meghann Matthews

I am new but I would be interested

Heidi Schussman

New is good, Meghann :) I shot you a pm.

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