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Wednesday's Ask Me Anything in the Distribution Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Jun 18th
Hey, Actors!
Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with Kurt Patino, President of Burbank International Film Festival, Talent Manager, Writer, Producer, & Podcaster in the Distribution Lounge! Kurt is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How Film Festivals Run Behind The Scenes"
You can ask Kurt questions like, What are the most important things to know about film festivals? What is the film selection process like? How do festivals spend their time preparing ahead of their annual events? What are the best ways to get involved with working or volunteering at festivals? What are the biggest impacts that festivals can have on a filmmaker's career? What are the best practices for networking at festivals? What are the most common misconceptions about film festivals? How are panels and events selected for festivals? What do you wish more professionals knew about film festivals? Don't miss out on a chance to ask your questions!
The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/distribution/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-6-19-to-6-20-How-Film-Festivals-Run-Behind-The-Scenes
Where to Post ?'s for My Upcoming Class by Stephanie O'Leary • last post Jun 18th
Forgive me if I'm a dope but I just discovered the Lounge area and was hoping to post a few questions for my upcoming "Your Guide to Proper Script Formatting" class this afternoon. As I can't seem to locate a specifically titled post for it elsewhere, do I just post here? Again, my apologies if I'm missing the obvious - thanks in advance for any replies!
Are Actors Actually Wasting Money With Managers by Aaron Marcus • last post Jun 18th
Are Actors Actually Wasting Money With Managers
https://youtu.be/D5cGQK3YUTg
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 have or had a manager, let us know about your experience. Was it helpful?
Talk soon.
Aaron
Talk soon.
Aaron
Everything That is Premiering and When by Tom Lapke • last post Jun 17th
How can you know what you might be auditioning for if you don't know if they started filming yet? Here is everything and when.
|https://deadline.com/feature/2024-tv-premiere-dates-1235365501/
The Director & Play by Inga Ryazanoff • last post Jun 17th
This program is a rare opportunity to learn the art of conducting a profound and active analysis of a play. Through various tasks and exercises, it equips students with the essential tools to effectively engage with the play's text, explore its historical and theoretical context, and deeply analyze the material.
Open to directors, actors, circus artists, choreographers, dancers, and all performers passionate about enhancing their craft.
Programme Facts
Start: 1 July 2024 / 1 August 2024 / 2 September 2024
Duration: 3-Month or 6-Week options
Mode: Full-time, Online
Language: English
Certificate: Available
NIPAI’s educational philosophy breaks away from traditional methods, bidding farewell to classrooms, lectures, and exams. Instead, you'll be able to dive straight into project creation, immersing yourself in both creative and logical challenges. These experiences can forge and refine your abilities.
Explore the Curriculum and Fees for 'The Director and Play' Program: www.nipai.org/programs/the-director-and-play-course
Be ready for a lot of work; you deserve a good education!
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Time For An Agent? by Tammy Hunt • last post Jun 16th
Your chances of getting signed with a good agent can increase if you accomplish as many of the following as you can:
-Have all of your marketing materials (headshots, reel, social media, resume) looking professional;
-Aggressively keep working and expanding your credits;
-Focus on growing the scale and quality of your roles with featured parts;
-Become a SAG-AFTRA member when time is right;
-Have a great manager who believes in you;
-Get a referral from an actor who’s already represented by a good agency;
-Work on a commercially successful film production or TV show;
-Create your own content
-Develop good relationships with casting directors;
-Grow your social media following;
-Have real talent. This is most important.
#actor #agent #manager #talent #working #headshot #demoreel #audition
‘The Blair Witch Project’ Actors Call Out ‘Reprehensible Behavior’ After Missing Out on Profits for Decades: ‘Don’t Do What We Did’ by Richard "RB" Botto • last post Jun 16th
I've said it before and I'll say it again, a good entertainment attorney is worth his/her weight in gold.
https://variety.com/2024/film/news/blair-witch-project-cast-robbed-financial-success-1236033647/
Actor Cover Letter by Tammy Hunt • last post Jun 14th
Here is a cover letter example for actors to send to a prospective agent:
Hello, [name of agent],
I’m [your name], and I’m writing to seek representation in [TV/film/commercial work/etc.]. I have been working in the business for [X amount of time], and [write something about yourself that’s not obvious from your résumé or reel]. I’m [describe your type], and I was referred by [name of your reference; it’s helpful if you were referred, and for some agencies, it’s required]. I’ve recently been working on [name a recent project or professional experience], and I think your agency would be a good fit for me because [research the agency to find a reason].
I am currently appearing in [X show] on [X date]. If you can attend, I would love to get tickets for you. Also, I’m on [X series] currently airing on [X network].
If you would like to schedule an interview, I can be reached at [phone number, email, and website (website should include headshots, all links to your social media, news, IMDb, Actors Access, etc)]. I look forward to connecting soon. Below please find a link to my résumé and a link to my acting reel.
Sincerely,
[Your name]
—Links—
#actors #agent #manager #representation
USC’s graduate acting and dramatic writing programs are now tuition-free by Pat Alexander • last post Jun 13th
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2024-06-12/usc-graduate-acting-dramatic-writing-mfa-programs-tuition-free
Difficult Part by Mario Leone • last post Jun 13th
As an actor what was your most challenging part?
First Julliard, then Yale, now USC... by Tom Lapke • last post Jun 12th
...I like the direction that MFA programs are moving towards. What are your thoughts? How much would not having to pay tuition inform your decision to go to grad school?
*it should be noted that my grad alma mater, my beloved University of Florida, has been tuition-free, plus provides a teaching stipend, for MFA actors since before my time when I started in 2002.
https://www.aol.com/news/uscs-graduate-acting-dramatic-writing-100006736.html
Casting For Proof Of Concept Scene by Kevin Forest Frasure • last post Jun 11th
I am casting for a horror proof of concept scene in the Nashville area. I need an actress in 20s - 30s for role. See ad for more information and forward to any actresses who you think may be interested. https://nashville.craigslist.org/tlg/d/nashville-actress-needed-for-proof-of/7755224815.html
Upcoming AMA by Tom Lapke • last post Jun 11th
I am super excited to be hosting an Actor AMA here in the Acting Lounge on June 26th. Get your questions ready about training, side hustles, the biz for actors, or anything else that you could use some input or guidance on.
2 FREE Stage 32 In-Person Networking Meetups This Thursday, June 13th! by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Jun 11th
Hey, Actors!
There are 2 FREE Stage 32 in-person networking meetups coming up this Thursday, June 13th! I'm including links to the meetup pages for you all below. If you live in any of these cities or are nearby, be sure to RSVP and seize this opportunity to meet with other creatives in person and help build your local creative community!
Austin, TX: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1980/June-Stage-32-Austin-TX-In-Person-Meetup
Phoenix, AZ: https://www.stage32.com/meetups/1979/June-Phoenix-AZ-In-Person-Meetup
Wednesday's Ask Me Anything with James Kicklighter in the Filmmaking Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith • last post Jun 11th
Hey, All!
Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with James Kicklighter, Multi-Award Winning Narrative & Documentary Film Director and Producer (THE SOUND OF IDENTITY & THE AMERICAN QUESTION), and Stage 32 Thought Leader in the Filmmaking Lounge! James is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How To Network Properly To Build A Film Career"
You can ask James questions like, What do I need to do to build a network? What are some best practices for networking and following up? How can I stand out to differentiate myself? What are the best means of communication with a new contact? Should I research contacts? etc. Don't miss out on a chance to ask your questions!
The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-6-12-to-Thursday-6-13-How-To-Network-Properly-To-Build-A-Film-Career
Do you know where actors make the most money? by Aaron Marcus • last post Jun 11th
This might surprise you. Watch the video and learn.
https://youtu.be/QVqChTLyX2E
Many types of acting jobs bring in additional income.
You might not be familiar with some of the jobs.
Ever heard of standardized patient work or role playing jobs?
Commercial Print work is also a great job for actors.
Here is Another Great Video For You:
2024 Best Side Hustle Jobs for Actors - Many You've Never Heard About - Here are 23
https://youtu.be/7WdieakkoHA?si=jiTK44fYlruRt9yA
Have any suggestions for acting jobs outside of the traditional ones? If so, share them.
The Importance of Emotions for Actors by Tammy Hunt • last post Jun 10th
“When we connect to people with our emotions we generally want two things: To be understood and/or to have the other person feel the same way that we feel. In order to have these things happen, first we must deeply feel the emotion and second, the emotion needs to be expressed in a strong and compelling way.
This is exactly what has to happen in an audition. You need to walk into the room with a feeling of joy for being there and excitement that you get to share your work and yourself. If this is what is naturally being expressed, that is what the people in the room will connect to and they’ll have an immediate, positive response to you. This works both ways, as I’m sure you know. If you don’t feel connected to the material and don’t feel confident that your audition will be a strong and interesting representation of what you have to offer the role, you’ll connect with doubt and anxiety. When it’s time to work, and this goes for taped auditions as well, you need to reach out to the people watching and connect to them with the honestly felt emotions you’ve brought to the piece, expressed with power and heart.
“Expressed” is a keyword here. Remember, film and TV auditioning and acting is not so much about creating something outside of you as it is about expressing what is already inside you. The people in the room want pure emotion, honestly expressed and in a taped audition the camera demands no less. Any showing, selling, or creating outside of the self puts a wall of effort in front of you and makes it impossible for you to make the true connections that make the auditioners feel what you want them to feel. But when your connection is eye to eye, face to face, and emotion to emotion, they know they’ve met the actor who can make the audience take notice and really feel.
To connect through the eyes, body energy, facial expressions, and emotions is to so thoroughly wrap yourself around a role that you cannot be separated from it.”
- Craig Wallace is the creator and award-winning teacher of the Wallace Audition Technique
#actor #expression #technique #emotion #audition
3 acting tips: how to produce REAL emotion by Amanda Toney • last post Jun 9th
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A-PDoo2BXLQ
Happily getting things done! by Christian Larson • last post Jun 9th
https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm7298862?ref_=hm_nv_usr_profile Help me help you, Thanks!
My dream is to be American movie Acting by Siter Ibrahim • last post Jun 8th
My dream is to be American movie Acting