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The 1 Question I Always Ask During An Agent Meeting by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jul 28th

The 1 Question I Always Ask During An Agent Meeting


https://youtu.be/lFNOpfWjaQM

The one question I ask during every agent meeting took me years to figure out.

The answer to this question gives me great insight to who I am as
an actor.

Have you ever asked a question during an introductory meeting, or were asked a helpful question?

If so, share it here so we can learn from you.

How one actor reinvented himself amidst Hollywood's definition of him (This week's C&C) by Jackie Letkowski  •  last post Jul 28th

Check out how Ben Affleck defied Hollywood's expectation of him to show the world what he could do as both an actor and a filmmaker: https://www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-the-power-of-reinvention-and-the-right-opportunity-4541

Moving to LA Soon – Looking for Advice from Those Who’ve Done It by Jose Harmon  •  last post Jul 28th

Hey everyone,

I’ll be moving to Los Angeles in the next couple of weeks (or sometime this summer), and I’d love to hear from people who have already made the move while pursuing acting.

I’m curious—what jobs helped you stay afloat while still giving you the flexibility to audition and work on projects? It doesn’t have to be acting-related. I’d love to hear what worked for you.

Also, if you have any recommendations for reputable agencies, managers, casting resources, networking groups, or any connections that helped your career, I’d really appreciate it. Even if it’s just general advice or something you wish you knew before moving to LA, I’m all ears.

Thanks in advance! Looking forward to hearing your experiences.


Do. Or do not. There is no try. by Doug Kayne  •  last post Jul 27th

Anyone who has regularly read any of my posts, from posts in the Acting Lounge to my shenanigans in my Introduce Yourself Weekend posts, would no doubt have learned that I am an improv guy.  I've been doing improv as a part of a group in one iteration or another since 1994, and I have no intention of ceasing any time soon.  I love it!

When I teach improv (as I have to teenagers, young adults, working stunt performers, etc.), I always have to instill my ground rules (which is just good improv).  These include:
1.  Yes, and you...
2.  No denial, no conflict
3.  Don't try to be funny

This last one is a difficult one to wrap your head around at times.  And I learned it the hard way: by doing.  When I first started doing improv, I could do no right.  I KNEW I was funny -- clearly the audience had NO idea what they were doing.  What I later learned was that I was pushing the joke, instead of playing the scene.  This was my first "breakthrough moment" in improv -- I had a show where I could do no wrong.  Everything landed the way it was supposed to.  I was on fire.  It was pointed out to me that it was because I wasn't TRYING to be funny.  Instead, I was playing the scene, and the funny naturally happened. 

Because if you TRY to be funny, then you won't be funny.

I've gone on and on before about the benefits of improv when it comes to acting, technique, etc.  And, as many of you have probably figured out, when you're performing in a TV show, movie, play, whatever...the basic improv notion of "don't try to be..." is extremely relevant.

Now, there are some acting techniques whereby they say something like, "Don't ACT angry, BE angry."  Sure, that might be a part of the implication here.  And, if that technique works for you, then that's great!  I'm going to go a bit more broad, though.

If you make an acting choice, go all in.  Don't dip your toe in the water; dive right in.  Go all in!  You'll give a much more interesting performance than if you tentatively approach the role.  Don't TRY to play the part.  DO it.

And take an improv course.  Seriously.

How to Prepare Audition Sides: Tips for Breaking Down Scripts and Making Strong Acting Choices by Amanda Toney  •  last post Jul 27th

https://www.castingnetworks.com/news/how-to-prepare-audition-sides-tips-breaking-down-scripts/

Quote I heard recently by Jason Raymaker  •  last post Jul 26th

"Success is something you attract by becoming an attractive person it is not something you pursue."
What do you think?  On your journey have you found this to be true?

Someone explain to me and tell me that when you have all the scenes, genres, series, movies, designs, and styles, you can't find anything. by Shotiko Ge  •  last post Jul 26th

What should I do when I have all kinds of scenes, genres, worlds, plots, roles, and I want to film a new world, and I can't find it here on Stage32? Should I change something or add something to myself or to you?Someone explain to me and tell me that when you have all the scenes, genres, series, movies, designs, and styles, you can't find anything.

When I am alone, my world closes in on me. by Shotiko Ge  •  last post Jul 25th

Sometimes I feel like I'm in a place where I can't even describe it in a photo. My world is like a place where I don't exist. And they look at me like they're eating me. In their reality, I don't have a place to sleep. It's a big mess. My world is completely different in 2026, with the present in sync. This world is everywhere, politics, medicine, it's a global power in the world, and so on. But how do I make this world real? Who should I write to?



Looking for female actors for script feedback / character perspective! by Angelos Mavromatis  •  last post Jul 25th

i everyone!I’m currently developing a drama feature/short titled "Where Feathers Meet the Ground", and I would love to get input specifically from female actors on the character dynamics and dialogue. Logline: Driven by the physical and emotional abuse of her controlling father, a 20-year-old art student spirals into impulsive, risky behavior in a desperate attempt to reclaim autonomy over her life.What I’m looking for:

I want to ensure the female characters—specifically Emily (20, dealing with trauma, rage, and autonomy) and Sara (38, an abused mother trying to find the courage to protect her daughters)—feel completely authentic, raw, and performable. My questions for you:Do the dialogue and emotional beats feel natural and performable for an actor?Does Emily’s coping mechanism and internal conflict resonate as grounded/realistic to you?If you were reading this for an audition, what would make you jump at the chance to play these roles?I’d be happy to share a short sequence / scene sample (3-5 pages) via DM with anyone interested in reading and dropping a few thoughts.Thanks so much for your time and expertise! Looking forward to connecting. 

Do you have a completed pilot sitting on your hardrive? by Matthew Morales  •  last post Jul 23rd

Do you have a completed pilot for a show you want to produce or started producing? If so message me, so I can enter you into a tournament- if you qualify. 

Actors on Actors: Jamie Lee Curtis and Mariska Hargitay by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Jul 22nd

I love these interviews. This one is one my favorites. It got me thinking, if you could interview another actor, who would you want to interview and why?

I would love to interview Jeremy Renner. We are around the same age, grew up in different parts of California, he broke through later, but had a completely different childhood than I did. I really connected with his book, My Next Breath about his snowcat accident. He is very mentally healthy and I really want to know how he maintains that while playing characters like Mike on The Mayor Of Kingstown. There is such cognitive disonance from who Renner is as a person.

https://youtu.be/09Z0pK3XsV8?si=ce_ZoIS8u6CL6-yP

Actors: Would you rather... (And also, check out Week 4's of July's Filmmaker's Club Challenge) by Jackie Letkowski  •  last post Jul 22nd

Actors, would you rather star as the lead in a low-budget indie with "unknowns" or take a much smaller role in a prestige film with A-Listers? As an actor myself, I always found that this question leads to very different perspectives on an interesting subject matter. I would love to hear everyone's thoughts! (Feel free to comment below.)


Also, if you haven't already (because let's face it, time's running out), check out Week 4 of the July Fillmmaker's Club Challenge: https://www.stage32.com/blog/july-filmmakers-club-week-4-the-myth-of-the-overnight-success-a-conversation-about-visibility-4534

Procuro Feedback | Série "AMOR NO LUGAR ERRADO" - Drama Romance Angola by Natalia José  •  last post Jul 22nd

Olá pessoal! 


Sou Natália, roteirista de Luanda, Angola

What Tom Hanks Told Me Changed How I View Working On Sets by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jul 21st

I had a scene with Tom Hanks in A Man Called Otto. Between takes, I thanked him for something he did — and what he said back has genuinely changed how I show up on every set since.

https://youtu.be/UgLJwTQtUto

Have you ever experienced a well-known actor being generous or kind on set? Share it here and on the channel.

Same story. Different actor. Different story. by Doug Kayne  •  last post Jul 20th

Last night, I had the good fortune to be in the audience for THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at the Pantages Theatre out here in Hollywood.  This was the third time I'd seen it -- the first time, the Phantom was played by Michael Crawford (who originated the role), the second time was with Davis Gaines in the title role, and last night, the role was played by Isaiah Bailey.

For those of you who have not seen the play (or are unfamiliar with the story), I will remain as spoiler-free as I can.  Needless to say, there's the (spoiler) Phantom who (spoiler) tutors the young ingenue, Christine Daae.

In Crawford and Gaines' portrayals, there is a sense that the Phantom has genuinely fallen in love with Christine, and is actually quite tender with her.  This gives the production a strangely romantic note (pun intended), and he is very much a tragic figure, given the circumstances that led to his situation as well as the events of the production.

Interestingly, Bailey's performance last night had a different quality to it.  He seemingly infused his portrayal with possessiveness, turning his actions and relationship with Christine into one that was more sinister in nature.  This seemed to make his Phantom into more of an antagonist and villain, even to the object of his desire.

This made last night's performance a different experience for those of us in attendance who had seen it previously.  It opened up a different perspective to the story, one separate from how it is usually publicized.  And it gives its sequel (no spoilers!), LOVE NEVER DIES, a very different implication.

It's interesting to see how different actors can color a role, living in stark contrast to those who had inhabited it previously.

I remember taking a Shakespeare intensive workshop, where one of the instructors (Armin Shimerman, who was fantastic!) pointed out something rather interesting.  Well, a few things. 
- One, you can easily tell "good Shakespeare" from "bad Shakespeare", because in "good Shakespeare", the actors actually know what they're saying, as opposed to merely saying words in iambic pentameter.
- The second, was how each actor who plays Hamlet can change the character just by where they place their emphasis on "To be, or not to be,  that is the question."  It depends on where you put the emphasis.  "TO BE, or not to be, THAT is the question," is quite different than "To be, or NOT to be, THAT is the question," for example.  And it is the actor's decision therein to show Hamlet's mindset:  Does he want to live, or does he want to die?

Which brings me back to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA.  Crawford's performance was layered, and showed depth of character.  Gaines' performance was layered, and showed depth of character.  Bailey's performance was layered, and showed depth of character.  And other actors bring their own take to the character as well. 

The script was the same.  The music was the same.  The songs were the same.  The story was different.

So... I accidentally became a web creator today. (〒﹏〒) by Bliss Ganza  •  last post Jul 20th

like HONESTLY BRO
I never thought I'd say that.


A while ago, all I wanted was a place where people could learn about my project, Savage Smile. Today, that idea turned into a real website.

And then something happened...

Someone visited it.

Making ends meet. by Jason Raymaker  •  last post Jul 19th

I am curious.  On our journey as actors not very many of us make much money right away in this highly competitive field.  So what are some of the best and flexible sources of income you have found to help you on your journey?  

A Piece of Advice from Keanu Reeves That Stuck With Me by Chinedu Princess  •  last post Jul 19th

One piece of advice that really stayed with me from Keanu Reeves was:


"Try not to be a f--king a--hole. And go to work and respect who you're working with until they prove they don't get your respect."

As someone beginning my journey as a screenwriter and actress, I think this is a reminder that talent is only part of the equation. The way you treat people, collaborate and carry yourself matters too.

Every project is built by a team and respect is a great place to start. Looking forward to learning from and working with amazing people in this industry.

Neeru - The water by Basha Penukonda  •  last post Jul 18th

"The farmer who believed in the soil returns to it when the rains betray him. Not even his tears could wet the fistful of earth he clung to."

Keanu Reeves shares advice for aspiring actors in new interview by Amanda Toney  •  last post Jul 16th

https://tribune.com.pk/story/2601381/keanu-reeves-shares-advice-for-aspiring-actors-in-new-interview