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RIP to James Earl Jones by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Sep 10th

My first time experiencing his brilliance, grace and immense presence was in John Badham's THE BINGO LONG TRAVELING ALL-STARS & MOTOR KINGS and I was hooked. He took our imaginations on so many rides from Star Wars to The Lion King, Dr. Starngelove to Patriot Games, Coming To America to Field Of Dreams, and countless other indelible roles. Thank you, James Earl Jones. Rest in power. https://deadline.com/2024/09/james-earl-jones-hollywood-broadway-remembers-tributes-death-1236082895/

Are Your Loved Ones Supportive? by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 8th


When you just start your acting career and begin to navigate the unknown maze that is your options for acquiring skills as an actor, you really need all the encouragement and support you can get. This, of course, applies to your friends and family foremost because they are your trusted loved ones who are supposed to have your back no matter what. Right? Not always.

If you feel as though everyone you know is negative and just plain doesn’t “get it,” then take a moment and see your choice to become an actor from your family and friends’ perspectives. An attorney, a doctor, an accountant, or another mainstream occupation is more acceptable than what they perceive a struggling artist’s life to be, schlepping from audition to audition unpaid and having to attend classes in order to hone your skill set. Your spouse probably sees your decision to be without the proper consideration for your collective future together.

One of the best ways to deal with possible negativity from your family is to try and understand that they really do have your best interests at heart, and their intentions are good.

When your parents or significant other responds to you with anything other than, “Don’t worry. You’ll book the next role,” or “Hey, can I help in any way for your next audition?” simply display that you’re being responsible and earning a living doing something while pursuing your acting career.

If they do see that you are completely immersed in this career and are busy with every opportunity in moving forward then that shows you are to be taken at your word and they should see your commitment to your craft.

Whatever the outcome of your specific relationships, always think positively and embrace the challenges and adventures as you navigate your way as an actor. This is a truly exciting and invigorating process. You can be a part of evoking emotion from strangers as they sit in front of their TVs or in an audience by making them cry, laugh, get angry, and be entertained. You can make them forget everything for just a moment. Now that is worth more than you know.

#actors #support

Sunday View -for-View Exchange! by Donn Swaby  •  last post Sep 8th

Let's finish our week strong with some view-fir-views! Who's game? https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm0841410

Diction Exercises for Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 6th


Diction is the way you talk: your enunciation and the types of words and phrases you use.
These exercises are great for actors to practice:

- Yoga hum: Take a deep breath in, then hum while slowly releasing your breath. Do this 5–10 times.

- Dragon’s breath: Stand with your hands on your stomach and take a deep breath in. Release the breath with a “hah!” on fast, sharp exhales.

- Tongue twisters: Go through any catchy tongue twisters you know, such as:

She sells seashells by the seashore.
We surely shall see the sunshine soon.
Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers
A peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked
If Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers
Where’s the peck of pickled peppers Peter Piper picked?
How much wood would a woodchuck chuck if a woodchuck could chuck wood?
He would chuck, he would, as much as he could, and chuck as much wood
As a woodchuck would if a woodchuck could chuck wood
Can you can a can as a canner can can a can?

To practice, say the above tongue twisters slowly and deliberately five times in a row. If you’re able to say them without making a mistake, increase the speed. If you make a mistake, slow back down again. The key with tongue twisters as diction exercises is to only speed up once you’re in control of the words and to go faster and faster until you master them at all speeds. 

- Practice vowels and consonants: Practice saying and singing vowels using different consonant sounds at the front, in the middle, and at the end. For example, slowly and clearly say the words “poke,” “toll,” “boat,” “cope,” and “stone” back to back, focusing on keeping that long “o” exactly the same. 

- Backstage

#actors #voice #vocal #backstage
 

Learn 5 nerve calming exercises & techniques from an Actress from THIS IS US, THE SECRETS SHE KEEPS, N.C.I.S and more! by Sydney Summers  •  last post Sep 5th

In this exclusive Stage 32 webinar, you will learn a variety of techniques to help you manage nerves and enhance your performances. You will explore the importance of preparation, memorizing lines, and scene practice, as well as deep breathing and diaphragmatic exercises. The webinar will cover scientifically-backed methods like EFT tapping and Ho’oponopono for anxiety relief and emotional balance. Additionally, you’ll discover positive self-talk and visualization techniques to foster a positive mindset. By the end of the webinar, you will walk away with practical strategies to maintain calmness and confidence, enabling you to deliver your best performances consistently.


To guide you on techniques is Kym Jackson who has a career spanning over sixty feature films and TV series, including hits like THIS IS US and NCIS. Kym has a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the industry. She is a regular speaker for esteemed organizations like SAG-AFTRA and WIFT, and has taught thousands of actors to navigate the business of acting. Her practical insights and techniques will empower you to overcome nerves and thrive in your acting career.

Kym will provide you with nerve-calming exercises!

-Square breathing techniques
-Chanting techniques
-EFT Tapping technique
-Ho’oponopono technique
-Visualization technique

Sign up link + more webinar info: https://www.stage32.com/education/products/actors-proven-tips-to-calm-your-nerves-on-set-and-in-auditions

Email edu@stage32.com with any questions!

Call for new Clients - SoCal Only by Brent Kado  •  last post Sep 5th

We’re putting out a soft call for new clients for the upcoming year. Always looking for new talent to fill our roster and to work with us to build their brand. You can read more about us here. https://www.flowfeelfilms.com/aboutus


If you are passionate about acting and using your craft to make an impact, please do send us your materials. Open to submissions from models and musicians who have bookable on-screen presence and are looking for creative direction. https://www.backstage.com/u/flowfeelarts/

Those selected after self-tape review will come in for a filmed in-person meeting.
H/R/R/S to info @flowfeelfilms.com 
(S = Social Sites) 

Lightspeed LA inks deal with SAG-AFTRA by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Sep 4th

A few years back when all WGA writers fired their agents, a few boutique agencies signed their agreement to get back to work first and the big agencies soon followed. May not be apples to apples but good on Lightyear LA for doing right by SAG-AFTRA talent, acknowledging their worth and making this deal. I hope the big studios follow suit. What are your thoughts? https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/lightspeed-la-signs-sag-aftra-interim-agreement-1235991436/

September In Person Phoenix Meetup by Suzanne Bronson  •  last post Sep 4th

https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1996

Actor Pay by Greg Rabidoux  •  last post Sep 4th

Hi, I am a filmmaker and writer and am working with my film partner to develop a budget for a project we are excited about to pitch to investors. How best can we get an idea of actor/talent fees to include in our working budget? I realize that this can vary a lot depending on talent but is there a good source to consult? Thanks!

Casting Directors Advice for Auditions by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 3rd



Need an extra boost of inspiration before your next audition? Check out these tips from casting directors:

Bring something different. Casting Directors sift through countless hours of auditions over the course of a day, and it’s a good idea to liven things up with a different approach if you can find one. 

Avy Kaufman encourages it: “It is so much fun when an actor brings something that I didn’t think of and that the creative team probably didn’t think of, most likely. It’s like, ‘Oh my gosh, you just nailed it.’ the thing is, I want people to be great, so when they surprise us and do something that wows us, it’s very exciting.”

Your life experiences help. CD April Webster urged auditioning actors to “have a rich and full life. What you bring to the table are the experiences you have had. It’s what makes you unique.”

Casting directors are rooting for you. 
Carmen Cuba, whose instincts for actors shaped pop culture with “Stranger Things,” wants actors to feel comfortable and at-ease in the audition room even if it’s a Zoom: “I think we are all just doing our best, and when our paths cross it is with the shared objective of success on both our parts of getting the role cast. That is all they need to know, really: that I’m definitely taking the time to be present with them because I think they have a shot at either the thing they are auditioning for or something in the future that they don’t know about.”

Kaufman feels the same way: “It means a lot to us to make it a space to feel comfortable. You can expect to be treated well. We’re sensitive to the audition process.”

#actor #audition #casting #director

Demi Moore makes a comeback by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Sep 3rd

I was happy to see Demi Moore get such praise for her turn in THE SUBSTANCE. Sometimes icons - especially 80's icons - can't find their way back critically but she did. What are your thoughts? https://variety.com/2024/film/features/demi-moore-the-substance-ghost-remake-body-positivity-1236125626/

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Disappointed, Not Defeated: Staying Strong in the Acting World by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Sep 3rd

Disappointed, Not Defeated: Staying Strong in the Acting World

https://youtu.be/ZtKkbKlKMDo

It is very easy to feel disappointed in the entertainment industry. But, it is crucial that we are OK with disappointed, but not let it turn into feeling defeated.

Watch the video and learn how to stay strong while pursuing your dreams.

If you ever felt disappointed or defeated, please share your experience with us.

You can access 400 + free videos on my channel. 

Subscribe to : https://www.youtube.com/c/aaronmarcusactingandmodelingquicktips

Looking forward to talking again soon.
Aaron

Hollywood's Dirty Secret (one of them, anyway) by Matthew Cornwell  •  last post Sep 3rd

I posted this video yesterday on YouTube. It's about Geographic Discrimination. It's a problem all markets face that aren't LA or NY. Thankfully, the topic gained traction in our negotiations last year with the AMPTP, but only a little progress was made. Nothing codified into the contracts. But even with that progress, it won't go away anytime soon. Probably ever. Has anyone here experienced blatant Geographic Discrimination? I know I have for just about every single one of my IMDb credits...


https://youtu.be/v65wiv1gnMw

THEY SAY I'M A GOOD READER AND HAVE A GREAT VOICE: MIKE GAINES (New Member... treat 'im nice...) by Mike Gaines  •  last post Sep 2nd

I'm interested in voice acting and in my work I'm often told I should be in radio with that voice. I've studied acting at Strasburg-L.A., improv with "Off the Wall," and studied and performed stand-up at a few clubs in LA including The Comedy Store.


Anyone out there looking for voice talent?

Mike 

Perspective for when you don't get "the part" by Jason Mirch  •  last post Sep 1st

I know it can seem like A-List actors are never rejected from any role. But check out this article from Deadline. Winona Ryder lost out on the role of Clementine that went to Kate Winslet in the Oscar-winning (and one of my favorite films) ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND. And she lost out on it because of " excessive tabloid and paparazzi" attention. It had nothing to do with her talent. 


So don't get disheartened if you don't get the part. The stars will align and there are a lot of opportunities out there. 


Full article: https://deadline.com/2024/09/winona-ryder-lost-eternal-sunshine-role-media-attention-1236075051/

Clothing Options To Have for Self-Tapes by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Sep 1st


Keeping a small portion of your closet devoted to clothes for auditioning that are kept clean and pressed can save time and panic later.

Here are just a few to consider:

- Basic Commercial:
Before getting into character types, it’s important to have a few basics.
For commercial auditions, this will typically be something in a solid color, and on the more cheerful side.
Think of the “family friendly” version of you.

- Basic Theatrical:
Same idea as commercial, but a more serious look.
This might mean darker or more muted colors, possibly longer sleeves, something that makes you feel grounded.

- Mom/Dad:
Having a parental look will go a long way for commercial auditions and day players.
A solid cardigan or polo shirt you can throw on to look approachable and relatable can easily suggest the role. Maybe have a pair of glasses handy. You want a slightly more conservative look for this one.

- Flirty/Seductive:
If it’s in your wheelhouse, having a flirty ingenue or vampy look might be something to consider. It’s a fine line to walk, as you still want to look professional. Hair and makeup can also go a long way here.

- Dystopian/Gritty:
Get yourself that grungy gray tank top or noticeably worn tee. Having an appropriately lived-in looking jacket (army green, brown, or other darker earth tones) might also be a good idea.

- Professional White Collar, putting together a look with a blazer or suit with a tie can suggest a lawyer, CEO, detective, accountant or any type of white-collar professional.

- Professional Blue Collar, on the other side of the spectrum, a nice denim shirt that you can roll up the sleeves can easily transform you into a farmer, hometown clerk, etc.

- Scrubs, bring on the medical dramas! If you don’t have actual scrubs (though they can often be found in uniform stores) a solid color v-neck shirt can suggest a nurse or technician. A lab coat might be good to have on hand if you can find one.

#actor #audition #selftape #wardrobe

I’m a teenager trying to navigate herself into the industry by Mya Ginindza  •  last post Aug 31st

hi everyone, the names mya ginindza and I’m a 15 (soon to be 16) year old who has aspired to become an actress since I was a child and honestly I was informed about this amazing app that allows me to connect with other fellows who r interested in joining the industry. let me just get straight to the point, I’m planning on taking acting and vocal classes soon but I’d like to know if anyone had advice on how to audition and find an agent, and if I can upload a video of myself on here performing to hopefully show my skills off to some of you on here.

Self-Tape equipment on sale! by Matthew Cornwell  •  last post Aug 31st

Actors, if you're looking to build or upgrade your home self-tape studio, this might be a good weekend to buy. With Labor Day sales everywhere, and the industry slowly ramping back up, there's no reason to delay.


Here are some LED lights that we use at our taping service (Get Taped!), and they're great. Amazon has them 22% off this weekend:
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NOTE: as an Amazon affiliate, I may benefit from your purchase. However, your price is not affected.

5 Ways Yoga and Movement Helps My Acting Career by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Aug 31st

In today’s blog, Sara Quiriconi shares how yoga and movement have amplified her acting career and creative pursuits.


www.stage32.com/blog/5-ways-yoga-and-movement-helps-my-acting-career-3842