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Stage 32's January 2024 Education Schedule! by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jan 3rd

Happy New Year, everyone!


This January, you'll have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, music supervisors, showrunner assistants, commercial directors, stunt professionals, actors, showrunners, directors, acclaimed producers, screenwriters, distributors, and representatives.

These professionals have worked on PLAYING FOR KEEPS, AMERICAN PASTIME, TOKYO POP, SILVERTON SIEGE, KINGS OF JOBURG, GHOSTS, TRUE DETECTIVE, TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE, ASH VS EVIL DEAD, THE MEG, AQUAMAN, MORTAL KOMBAT, and more.

Check out the schedule in today’s blog.

www.stage32.com/blog/stage-32s-january-2024-education-schedule-3599

8 Goals for 2024 by Matthew Cornwell  •  last post Jan 2nd

We shared this on our YouTube channel yesterday as part of our weekly newsletter. The main question posed is whether you're a "hobbyist" actor or a "career" actor. Either way, practical advice is given when trying to set goals for 2024.


https://youtu.be/j8n0BW3AQjY

Actor by Simon Paul  •  last post Jan 2nd

British lunatic looking for more experience preferably as an actor. I thank you.

Acting Tip of the Day by Matthew Gross  •  last post Jan 2nd

So, as some of you know, my BFF Dan and I are looking for commercial agent to represent us. We went through the SAG Franchised Agency and ATA lists. We looked at agency websites, used Google Maps to find their office buildings. We eliminated agencies located in shopping strip malls, apartment buildings, houses, or did not provide an address. We also eliminated agencies that are "referral only". Location of an agency can give us a quick idea of it's net worth. It costs a lot to have an office in Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Sherman Oaks, etc.; therefore, they are clearly earning a substantial income from their talent roster. 


Then we started snooping around the agencies' social media accounts, specifically YouTube. Wouldn't you know it, we're finding commercial agent interviews on YouTube. This is giving us a big picture look at our prospective commercial talent agent. Are they having fun? Do they look like they care about being agents? What is their encouraging message to interested actors? What information are they sharing about the interview process [so we can be prepared].

So far, only one agent was eliminated from our list of possible candidates, because though he seemed interested in being inclusive, clearly his smile was forced. His message was, you better be a money maker or we really don't want you (stated with a pretend welcoming smile). 

TIP: Check agency social media accounts.

Dan and I are looking for agents who foster a creative safe space and a sense of home and community. I'm pleased to announce at the top of our list so far is Bobby Ball Talent located near Warner Bros and the famous Bob's Big Boy Restaurant in Burbank. BBT is in the same building as "Star Trek: Next Generation" star Gates McFadden's theatrical agent SMS Talent. Check out this video Bobby Ball Talent posted on YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OulH67y0Fzg

2 Amazing Ways Stand-In-Work Improved My Life by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jan 2nd

2 Amazing Ways Stand-In-Work Improved My Life

Use the link below to watch the video
https://youtu.be/pdOIW-5S9Ks

I have been so fortunate to have been cast to work as a stand-in on several amazing projects.
Having the opportunity to watch and study some phenomenal actors was the best acting
class I have ever taken.

And, sitting behind the monitors and listen to the directors and others working on the project
has been invaluable to me as an actor and person. 

Hope you really enjoy the video.

Have you had any behind-the-scenes experiences?
If so, share them so we can learn from you as well.

You want to memorize faster and read faster? by Mary Tennant  •  last post Jan 1st

Hey everyone, I realize I can memorize faster cause it is a skill I took over the strikes. I truly can help you memorize fast. I am in the process building it but I am letting people know I am offering $30 an 30 minutes maybe little more then that time but it will change the way how you memorize. Many teachers/coaches tell you teach what you learn. I can teach tech and difficult subjects, Here is a web site I started to work on https://marytennant.org

Coffee & Content: Two Ways To Film The Same Scene by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Dec 31st

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


The first video shows you two ways to film the same scene.

The second video is an Actresses Roundtable discussion with America Ferrera, Emily Blunt, Fantasia Barrino, Julianne Moore, Sandra Hüller, and Eve Hewson.

Grab your coffee/tea/drink and jump in!

www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-two-ways-to-film-the-same-scene-3598

Holiday Twist on Amazon! by Stephanie Garvin  •  last post Dec 31st

Please check out Holiday Twist now on Amazon. Starring Kelly Stables, Sean Astin, Neal McDonough. Would be very grateful for your support!

5 Tools You Need To Build A Voiceover Business by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Dec 30th

Melanie Scroggins shares five essential tools you need to build a voiceover business in today’s blog.


Melanie is a Voice Actor, Audio Producer, and Host of The WFH Voice Actor Podcast. She has worked on campaigns for Google, Nintendo, Hyatt, Target, NerdWallet, AT&T, and more all from home.

www.stage32.com/blog/5-tools-you-need-to-build-a-voiceover-business-3596

Actor Kurt Yue: Tour of the Actor's Dressing Trailers by Matthew Gross  •  last post Dec 29th

Be sure to check out Kurt Yue's fabulous YouTube channel. He appears in one of my favorite movies "Greenland" during the Air Force base scenes. He's based in Atlanta, Georgia, and his channel is dedicated to acting. My buddy Dan and I love his channel.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f53kvE03WKw

The Actor's Dressing Trailer: Home Away From Home by Matthew Gross  •  last post Dec 29th

My friend Dan Logwood and I are looking for commercial talent agent representation. The difficult, lonely process is made much easier with a friend. Again, it's like we're (analogy) a couple of high school students getting ready to graduate. We're hanging out at each other's pad looking over a huge stack of college catalogues (i.e. lists of talent agencies). The sky is the limit. 


One thing we did last night was address an elephant in the room, the actor's dressing trailer: honey wagon, triple, double. A dressing trailer is to an actor what a cubicle is to the office worker. It can be a sterile and impersonal space; therefore, we asked ourselves an interesting question:

How will I personalize my dressing trailer, so I feel at home? If I can feel at home, I can focus on the work ahead.

Some of the items we selected include: carpeting, pillows, blanket [some trailer sofas pull out into a bed, so if it is a night shoot maybe sheets and a mattress topper], candles, framed family photographs, music, bath/hand/wash cloths, soft slippers, etc.

So, I ask you:

How will you personalized your dressing trailer, so you feel at home? What are your essentials, and how do they help you get and stay in character?

Today's AMA - Regina Lee in the Writer's Room Lounge by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Dec 29th

Regina Lee, Feature Film & TV Series Producer, Development Exec, and Stage 32 Executive, is hosting a 24-hour Ask Me Anything ("AMA") in the Writer's Room Lounge today, focused on what writers should know about overall, first-look, and pod deals. This is a great opportunity to learn about these key deals that writer's (and producers, directors and actors) strive to make with studios and networks. 


Here's a link to Regina's AMA so you can hop in and ask her your questions: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/vip/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-12-29-to-12-30-What-Writers-Should-Know-About-Overall-First-Look-and-Pod-Deals

And if you aren't a member of the Stage 32 Writer's Room, you can get a first month free by signing up here: https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip

#StuntsAtTheOSCARS by Pidge Jobst  •  last post Dec 28th

We've been rallying for a Stunts Category at The Oscars by posting this banner (pictured) and others like it since 2017. Men and women stunt actors risk their lives each day on the movie set so that we can enjoy an action-packed and believable seamless continuity film. I know a few stunt players and a good friend who did a wire gag on my set and then got stuck on his motorcycle on his way to another gig. He would be proud and love that LAST WEEK this OSCAR-STUNTS Story came out in Variety. https://variety.com/2023/film/news/oscars-stunt-category-discussed-academy-john-wick-director-1235650105/



Actors Need to Practice, Practice, Practice by Tammy Hunt  •  last post Dec 28th



Record yourself reading monologues and short scenes. You can purchase a book of monologues online or through Industry sites giving you hours of potential roles to inhabit. 
Pick one and practice it 2-3 times, then tape yourself giving the speech. When you rewatch it, take notes on where you want to improve, what lines sounded great, and ideas you have to make it better. 
Then re-do the speech, recording again until you’re happy with the results. 

Choose a variety of monologues, not just the ones you’re most comfortable with. This is practice time, so challenge yourself. It may be worth experimenting, rather than going for a set expectation of perfection. Sometimes a different approach can really make a monologue stand out.What happens if you: 
- Slow your lines down 
- Stress different words 
- Put longer pauses in 
- Change your tone 
- Switch it up, you may surprise yourself! 

Try different accents, and consider learning a new language while you’re at it. New skills to add to your resume is always a good thing.

 #audition #actor #casting #monologue #sides #selftape #script #workshop #video #manager #agent #hollywood #success

Quest to Find the Perfect Talent Agent by Matthew Gross  •  last post Dec 28th

I started the grueling task of search for commercial talent agent representation. I will begin submitting to agents this August. I'm quickly learning this process is similar to finding and submitting to a university to attend in the fall. Agents however, do not offer promotional videos like colleges. In my mind, I want to find a mid-sized agency that has the connections to move my career forward. Analogy: I want to attend an Ivy League with small classes and a tight-knit community. Rather than a Harvard or Yale that are massive and I may get lost in the shuffle (i.e. ICM or CAA), I want someplace like Denison University (e.g. Clear Talent Group). During this search, I'm mentally creating promotional videos for the talent agencies I'm most interested in to help me visualize the agency and my place within its structure. I created extensive lists of questions for myself and for the prospective talent agents. 


If you are looking for an agent in Los Angeles, New  York, or anywhere within the continental United States, you can locate them here: 

ASSOCIATION OF TALENT AGENTS: 
https://www.agentassociation.com/

SAG-AFTRA FRANCHISED AGENTS (NATIONAL LIST):
https://www.sagaftra.org/contracts-industry-resources/agents-managers/about-professional-representatives/franchised-agents-list

Selecting an agency to represent you is like searching for a university to attend in the fall:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tylcaZAxzuM

by Amin Yekta  •  last post Dec 27th

Brazilian actress in London by Juliana Beirac  •  last post Dec 27th

Hi, I’m a Brazilian actress and screenwriter and I’m going to London in a few months!! 
I’d love to have some insight in the industry there so If anyone could give me a hand with that I would love to chat about it!

Working With Actors: The Casting Conundrum by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Dec 27th

Mark W. Travis talks about a different approach to the casting process than the traditional casting process in today’s blog.


Mark is a director, dramaturge, screenwriter, script consultant, theatre director, and CEO at Travis International Film Institute.

www.stage32.com/blog/working-with-actors-the-casting-conundrum-3588

Braveheart/ Edward the Longshanks' monologue by Alexander Cooper  •  last post Dec 27th

https://youtu.be/ABQhEou4c9c?si=GgNlvs3wMf3OcdJ3

The Lost Scene by Alexander Cooper  •  last post Dec 27th

I have started a series of videos on my YouTube channel where I create an imaginary lost or cut scene from a well known film. I'm doing a monologue by Edward the Longshanks' from Mel Gibson's 'Braveheart' in a recent video.  Suggestions always welcomed, for future videos, I enjoy a challenge)