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Feature Film Casting - Stage 32 Certification Success Story! by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jul 18th

Attention actors! Happy Thursday! Check out yesterday's blog by community member Hector Alfaro Dobles. Hector completed the Stage 32 Certification program in a partnership with the Costa Rica Film Commission and is now casting his first English-speaking film that he is producing in Costa Rica. Hector credits Stage 32 Certification with giving him the skills and confidence to make this film. There is a link in the blog to his company's email address where you can submit yourself for one of the lead roles in his film!!!

https://www.stage32.com/blog/feature-film-in-pre-production-after-comple...

Rachel Bloom and creating your own work. by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 17th

Rachel Bloom is a perfect example of creating your own work and career. Nobody was beating down her door to star in any of their projects. She started making (really well done) YouTube videos. One video went viral (called "F*ck Me Ray Bradbury," which is about exactly what you think it is about), which led to a writing job on Robot Chicken, and then her creating and starring in her own show, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend. I will scream it until my throat is raw, you do not need anyone's permission to have an acting career.


https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/rachel-bloom-netflix-special-death-let-me-do-my-show-1236064205/

A Casting Opportunity HERE on Stage 32!! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 17th

Great news, Actors!


A feature film produced by Stage 32 Certification graduates is now in pre-production and casting the leading roles right here on Stage 32! 
Learn more in today's blog >>
https://www.stage32.com/blog/feature-film-in-pre-production-after-completing-stage-32-certification-now-casting-3800

Feature Film in Pre-Production after Completing Stage 32 Certification - Now Casting! by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jul 17th

Hector Alfaro Dobles shares how Stage 32 Certification helped him and Café Cinema got their film into pre-production in today’s blog. And they’re offering actors and actresses on Stage 32 an opportunity to join the production! Check out the blog to see how.


www.stage32.com/blog/feature-film-in-pre-production-after-completing-stage-32-certification-now-casting-3800

Don't Miss Tomorrow's Ask Me Anything HERE In the Acting Lounge! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 16th

This Wednesday (7/17) we have an Ask Me Anything with Ashley Ottesen in the Stage 32 Acting Lounge! Ashley Ottesen is a two-time best actress recipient for her role as Becca in "A Love Not Lost" an indie short film written by John Anthony and an accomplished Content Creator with over 2 Million Followers on Social Media. She'll be answering all of YOUR questions about "Using Social Media Content to Forge Your Own Path as a Performer and Creator."


The post is live for you to comment with your questions NOW!
https://www.stage32.com/lounge/directing/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-Wednesday-7-10-to-Thursday-7-11-Indie-Filmmaking-and-How-To-Balance-Creative-Vision-With-Cr

Hello! by Kale Lynzé  •  last post Jul 16th

hello! I am seeking representation and connections, I have not been on any projects, but I have been studying the industry and psychology for 6 years, and I agree, it’s a gamble to take me seriously, but if you can get me hitched, I can most certainly carry. I assure. 

The Tools Needed To Be A Content Creator! by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jul 16th

As part of Stage 32’s July Filmmakers Club, Ashley Ottesen talks about the tools you need to be a content creator in today’s blog. She’s an Actress & Social Media Content Creator with 1 Million+ followers.


Here’s the blog link: www.stage32.com/blog/the-tools-needed-to-be-a-content-creator-3795

Ashley will also be having a LIVE Q&A today at 12pm PT on Instagram (@Stage32), sharing advice, insights, & stories.

Amazing Things Happened When I Gambled At An Audition by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jul 16th

Amazing Things Happened When I Gambled At An Audition 
https://youtu.be/Kz1VbIEg7iY

Have you ever experienced a weird audition? If so, share it with us.

Seeking by Jarrett Lindsey  •  last post Jul 15th

Hello, I am searching for connections and representation, I currently have no acting experience, and I can agree, it is a gamble to take me seriously, but I have been studying the industry for years, and if you can get me hitched, I can carry. I assure you.

Ask Me Anything (AMA) Wednesday 7/17 to Thursday 7/18- Using Social Media Content to Forge Your Own Path as a Performer and Creator by Ashley Ottesen  •  last post Jul 15th

I'm one of those actors who spent years at a university learning how to be...myself, and called it an acting degree. Sure a lot of us here can relate to that, and we are all basking in the pride of our parents, right? (Is this thing on?)


Many of us actors can feel like we are floundering out here in the business, and many more of us are perhaps impatient or maybe even a little (a lot) frustrated with the seldom auditions and the even more seldom bookings. We've all been there. 

So what can we do during that down time? CREATE! Put all that pent up creative energy to good use, and film something for social media. The pandemic really opened that avenue for me, and I've been posting short comedic sketches for YouTube, TikTok and other social media for four years and have been blessed with, collectively, over 2 million followers.

Ask me anything! There are no dumb questions. How did I start? What equipment do I need? What if I'm nervous about putting myself out there? 

Aaaand go! 

Armie Hammer interview by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 15th

It is wild to think about the last few years of Armie Hammer's life. Imagine going from A-list celebrity to selling time shares. Even more so, imagine walking into a time-share sales office and seeing Armie Hammer behind the desk.
https://variety.com/2024/film/news/armie-hammer-allegations-liberating-timeshares-cayman-islands-1236072167/

Join In On July Filmmakers Club Week 3 Challenges! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 15th

Hey, Actors!


We're continuing Stage 32's July Filmmakers Club with today's FREE blog- Successful Networking for a Film Career by Jason Mirch! Go check it out and join in on this week's Filmmakers Club challenges to be eligible for Friday's free prize giveaway! All you have to do-
1. Comment on this week's Filmmakers Club Blog linked below.
2. Post in the Filmmaking Lounge sharing what professionals you're most eager to connect with and either a favorite story from your own experience networking (in person or virtually) or your own networking tips.
3. Introduce yourself in the Stage 32 Introduce Yourself Lounge HERE so that you're ready to participate during the Introduce Yourself Weekend event this Friday the 19th - Monday the 22nd!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/july-filmmakers-club-week-3-successful-networking-for-a-film-career-3793

The Importance of Emotions for Actors by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Jul 14th


"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

Episode 507: Spencer Garrett - The Longevity - Think Bigger Actors Podcast by Florin Şumălan  •  last post Jul 12th

"Spencer Garrett – 3rd generation actor – Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty. Bosch, For All Mankind, Credits upon, Credits. Spencer works…but the convo that really got to me was the evolution of his roles and how he managed to stay relevant in the industry for nearly 40 years, along with his perseverance in the acting profession. The shift from in-person auditions to self-tapes and the adjustments he had to make to succeed in this new audition format. Just to name a few. Spencer gives a great talk in this episode. "
https://thinkbiggerpodcast.libsyn.com/episode-507-spencer-garrett-the-longevity-episode

I guess there is no accounting for taste. by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 12th

I am never a fan of actors commenting on another actor's work while they are in the process of creating their art, but I am happy to read that Caan had the decency to apologize. https://deadline.com/2024/07/james-caan-not-amused-will-ferrell-while-filming-elf-1236008145/

This is nice to see. by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 12th

I think a lot of Hollywood nepo-babies should take a play out of this book. Acknowledgment is the great neutralizer. 
https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/jack-quaid-agrees-nepo-baby-1236068571/

New Netflix Murder Mystery by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 11th

I am hit or miss with Nicole Kidman, but when it comes to playing wealthy, WASP-y, with a dark secret, there is no one better. Count me in.
https://deadline.com/2024/07/the-perfect-couple-trailer-nicole-kidman-premiere-date-1236007200/

4 Former Cast Members Are Reportedly in Talks to Return for ‘Devil Wears Prada’ Sequel by Pat Alexander  •  last post Jul 10th

What current young actors do you think would make excellent additions to this potential reboot? 

(https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/4-former-cast-members-reportedly-153541622.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAG4QCJwzODI62tLnRAYzw55BAVhPfqB31vDK9aVFSersM3ckWd9TZjP6xU_zPR_j6x5Q-egL_DGuPJyoamEntvGHFGef5fBmnfkPrXMM4RZgjwc0GWpomwrf8Ul9PbvB6ZOlMTgtNeYvK6qzPjk8d6LWIBfx0Q2LqgVTAGfKnDxc)

Happy Week 2 of Filmmakers Club! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 10th

Happy Wednesday, Mod Fam!


I was so underwater last week with the start of Filmmakers Club and the holiday week that I didn't get a chance to check-in. I hope that those of you who celebrated July 4th or Canada Day had wonderful holidays! How are you all doing?

If you haven't had a chance to jump into July Filmmakers Club yet, make sure that you go swing by the Filmmaking Lounge and drop a post! Or go check out this week's Filmmaking Club Blog to join in on the challenge before Friday's prize giveaway!
https://www.stage32.com/blog/july-filmmakers-club-week-2-what-are-the-roles-you-see-yourself-in-3787

What are your thoughts on responsibility here? by Tom Lapke  •  last post Jul 10th

I am very torn on this topic. I would love to know some of your opinions on it. When does the actor's responsibility begin and end?
https://deadline.com/2024/07/alec-baldwin-rust-trial-what-to-know-1236003779/