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An Olive Branch from Paramount Pictures? by Matthew Gross  •  last post Jul 19th

Paramount just announced it will air "Yellowstone" on CBS. Is this an olive branch? A first step to a return our industry to the tried and true business model?


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

Brian Smith will be headlining A.M.A in the Animation Lounge today! by Omari Washington  •  last post Jul 19th

Brian Smith, Animation Production Professional, Script Consultant, and Stage 32 Thought Leader is hosting an AMA in the Animation Lounge today, focused on The Animation Production Process & Storytelling. 


Animation Lounge AMA Link: https://www.stage32.com/lounge/animation/Ask-Me-Anything-AMA-07-19-to-07-20-The-Animation-Production-Process-and-Storytelling


Brian's recent blog post: https://www.stage32.com/blog/breaking-and-entering-how-to-get-a-job-in-animation-3416


What are YOUR Strategies During the SAG Strike? by Karen "Kay" Ross  •  last post Jul 19th

According to Mark Ruffalo, you should jump ship and go indie:


https://www.indiewire.com/news/general-news/mark-ruffalo-actors-indie-films-strike-1234885106/

What do you think? Share below!

Also, what have been your best indie experiences? What do you think indie filmmakers need to do to make it more appealing to you?

Calling All Performers- What Does Stage 32 Mean To You? by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jul 19th

Hey Actors,


In today's blog, the Stage 32 team is sharing what Stage 32 means to them. You can watch the video at the link below and if you're feeling inspired, we'd love for you to make one of your own! I can't wait to hear your stories.

https://www.stage32.com/blog/what-does-stage-32-mean-to-you-3428

1 Absolutely Crazy Demand SAG-AFTRA is Actually Fighting You Won't Believe This by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jul 19th

You want to watch this video because there is: 1 Absolutely Crazy Demand SAG-AFTRA is Actually Fighting You Won't Believe This

This Could Affect Both Union and Non-Union Actors
https://youtu.be/iHuCYsgcWXs

Acting by Josiah Bhola Hillaire  •  last post Jul 19th

What projects are you currently working on?

Avengers Star Mark Ruffalo Suggests Alternative to Studio System Amid SAG-AFTRA Strike by Geoff Hall  •  last post Jul 19th

Is this the dawning of a New Indie Age? 

What do you think of Mark Ruffalo’s suggestion? 

Is this a way forward that marks a new chapter in  Indie Production?

However, Ruffalo sees this as a further opportunity to stick it to the studio system. “We just do what we always do — create great content and they can buy it, or we take it out ourselves and WE share in those sales,” he said. “They’ve created an empire of billionaires and believe that we are no longer of value. While they hang out in the billionaire boy summer camps laughing like fat cats, we organize a new world for workers.”


https://www.ign.com/articles/avengers-star-mark-ruffalo-suggests-alternative-to-studio-system-amid-sag-aftra-strike?

Need unnique voices. by Robert Evan Howard  •  last post Jul 18th

Project - https://www.talkingheads.club
Thank you,

Robert Evan Howard

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I have a new profile and address! by Vincent J Paterno  •  last post Jul 18th

Many of you may be in my old network (for Vincent Paterno), which I no longer use. Please join my new network (for Vincent J. Paterno), at stage32.com/profile/1060699. I’m a screenwriter specializing in comedy features.

Your Film On Our Channels by Wolfgang Schuler  •  last post Jul 18th

Greetings!, the Ayerswood TV Channel is now on the web, as well as in the Roku Channel Store. Still completely free to watch and there's no ads. I pay for all the streaming, hosting and development. Your short films, feature films, documentaries etc. are all welcome. Check it out on the web at https://ayerswoodfilms.com or at the Roku channel store, it is 'Ayerswood'.

If you want your film included just email AyerswoodFilmFestival@gmail.com and you will receive a DropBox link with instructions.

Is anyone else there experiencing tanking stameter numbers by Sabrina Culver  •  last post Jul 18th

Hi my karmalicity friends...I am becoming a bit discouraged in the last few weeks because despite the fact that I continue with my daily ritual of checking all of your lovely Imdb pages...I am so impressed by the way with the caliber of talent in our community .. Has anyone else experienced worsening numbers? Perhaps there is a connection to the writers and sag strikes ? Any feedback would be greatly appreciated Break a leg everyone..,,let's get these jobs

Cancel Your Subscriptions by Matthew Gross  •  last post Jul 16th

One of the biggest threats to actors is this misuse of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The AMPTP proposes replacing background actors with AI generated characters as well as digital replicas for principal actors. Additionally, there is the substantial issue of residuals. We need to get AMPTP back to the negotiating table sooner than later; therefore, I propose we spread a message via social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.), #cancelyoursubscriptions. Cancel your streaming memberships (Paramount Plus, Netflix, Apple TV, etc.). If enough customers #cancelyoursubscriptions, these companies will quickly lose money and will be eager to return to the negotiating table. This strike effects everyone in the industry, and it is time to take a stand for your livelihood. 

Very Emotional Message from SAG President! by Amazing Kacee  •  last post Jul 16th

I enjoyed Fran Drescher's speech filled with attitude and emotion as she spoke of actors and the strike! Well done!

https://www.thewrap.com/fran-drescher-strike-sag-aftra-president-speech-clip/

Contests and AI by Frank Hauser  •  last post Jul 16th

I had a chat with another writer who brought up a potential need to be extra diligent with contests and use of entries being used to train AI.


My thought is that contests would be smarter than to try to sneak that in the fine print of the rules, but I'm curious what folks think about such a thing. 

Coffee & Content: SAG-AFTRA Joins WGA On Strike by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jul 16th

In today’s blog, Stage 32’s CEO, Richard "RB" Botto, shares a video of SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher announcing the actors' strike. She gave an incredible, inspiring speech!


RB also shares a behind-the-scenes video for the Raunchy Comedy film “Joy Ride.” This movie looks hilarious.

Grab your coffee/drink and jump in!

www.stage32.com/blog/coffee-content-sag-aftra-joins-wga-on-strike-3425

Actor, presenter, passionate car enthusiast, historian, speaks English and German by Charles Regan  •  last post Jul 16th

Hello everyone,

I am an actor and presenter who first appeared on television back in 1972; since then I have acted in several film, TV and stage productions. I'm a presenter with experience in presenting live to audiences of all sizes, in English and German. Am a passionate classic car enthusiast and restorer with a collection of British classic cars. During my career I have lived and worked in the UK and Germany, Austria and Poland; have also travelled extensively in Central and Eastern Europe, including Russia.
I'm currently acting in an international feature film being made in Sofia, Bulgaria. I welcome opportunities for further roles and will work worldwide.

SAG-AFTRA Strike: Negotiations Cratered Over AI, Streaming Revenue Sharing, Pay Hikes and More by Richard "RB" Botto  •  last post Jul 15th

More on where we're at with the various issues at play


https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/sag-actor-strike-contract-sticking-points-1235670826/

The SAG-AFTRA Strike - what’s on the table by Geoff Hall  •  last post Jul 14th

This is a free a great article about the strike, what’s actually on the table and Fran Drescher’s speech. Plus a little strike history thrown in for good measure, as well as what’s happening with the WGA Strike. 

Drescher said,

“I am shocked by the way the people that we have been in business with are treating us. I cannot believe it, quite frankly, how far apart we are on so many things. How they plead poverty, that they're losing money left and right when giving hundreds of millions of dollars to their CEOs. It is disgusting. Shame on them. They stand on the wrong side of history...”

And she goes on to point out that with the radical streaming revolution, the AMPTP cannot think that negotiations can go along in a piecemeal fashion. There needs to be a radical change in the conditions and rewards that the labour that makes this wonderful industry possible, receives. 


https://movieweb.com/sag-aftra-actors-strike-industry-impact/?utm_source=MW-FB-P&utm_medium=Social-Distribution&utm_campaign=MW-FB-P

Fran Drescher Q&A On SAG-AFTRA Strike: “The Digital Age Is Cannibalizing Us” by Richard "RB" Botto  •  last post Jul 14th

Great interview in The Hollywood Reporter with Drescher and chief negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland


https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/actors-strike-sag-aftra-leaders-stakes-hollywood-1235536001/

First stand up! by Lauren Black  •  last post Jul 14th

PLEASE WATCH MY FIRST-EVER STAND-UP PERFORMANCE AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS!! BOY WAS I NERVOUS LOLZ. LAUREN BLACK STAND UP: https://youtu.be/-_rwos96KIs