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Breaking Down Performance and Directorial Choices in 'Anora' by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jan 23rd

What goes into crafting a compelling performance, and how do directorial choices influence an actor's approach to a scene? In this insightful breakdown, Anora director Sean Baker and lead actress Mikey Madison analyze a key scene from the film. Sean shares fascinating details about location scouting, keeping the story open to interpretation, and his collaborative approach to working with actors. Mikey provides valuable insights into her performance choices and how she brought depth and nuance to her character, Ani.


This video offers a unique look into the creative process from both sides of the camera, making it an essential watch for actors and filmmakers alike.

Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgotC8YiNyM 

What aspects of an actor-director collaboration do you find most crucial in bringing authenticity to a performance? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

Prayers and Love to all affected by the CA wildfires by Crystal Grose  •  last post Jan 22nd

Just wanted to send out Love and Prayers to all who may be affected by the wildfires in California ♥️ ~Crystal

TOMORROW 4/22 at 4pm PT! LONGLEGS Writer/Director Osgood Perkins joins The Writers Room for an In-Depth Interview and Q&A! by Nick Phillips  •  last post Jan 21st

Hey Acting Lounge! THIS IS IT, THE TIME TO SIGN UP FOR THE WRITERS ROOM HAS COME! Please join us for a very special edition of The Writers Room TOMORROW 1/22 at 4pm PT! 


We will be talking to LONGLEGS writer/director Osgood Perkins and taking questions from our members.  The film features standout performances across the board, including an absolutely bonkers turn from the one and only Nicolas Cage in the title role, all coming at their parts with that touch of Oz's style and influence.

DO NOT MISS THIS! Should be an amazing conversation, cannot wait! FREE MONTH of the WR at the link below!

Link to the Show:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85858669122?pwd=rn2cIvWchFSe3XnA2iVXVCD84Td9M4.1

FREE MONTH of the WR:

https://www.stage32.com/writers-room/plans-vip


A Case Study In Slow And Steady by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jan 21st

Character actress Suzana Norberg shares her snail’s pace journey in today’s blog, hoping it’ll encourage you to keep going. www.stage32.com/blog/a-case-study-in-slow-and-steady-3985

New SAG-AFTRA Self-Taping Rules Explained: What Actors Need to Know by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jan 20th

New SAG-AFTRA Self-Taping Rules Explained: What Actors Need to Know

https://youtu.be/P32TQUevJL8

Do you have any self-taping tips? If so, share your experience here and on the acting and modeling quick tips channel, and let us know how self-taping has been for you.

Missed it live? Catch up now! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jan 17th

Today, Stage 32's Head of Community, Ashley Smith, and Community Manager/Writer's Room Producer, Kay Ross, went LIVE on Instagram @Stage32 and @Stage32Scripts for our weekly Community Wrap-Up! 


We covered:
-Tips for Introduce Yourself Weekend
-Updates on Stage 32's Double Recommendation Program
-How to network in a way that’s comfortable for YOU
-The importance of updating your Stage 32 profile for 2025
-Must-read free Stage 32 blogs
- Exciting upcoming Writer’s Room events, AMAs, and education
… AND SO MUCH MORE!

Check it out HERE: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE8BJTbxxIs/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

How do you Prepare for a Day of Filming? by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jan 16th

Hey, everyone. How do you get ready? Do you go over your lines, reread the script, get into character, mingle with other actors, relax, etc.? Are there any things you avoid doing when getting ready?

Annette Bening Lays Out Financial Help Available From Entertainment Community Fund For Industry Workers Decimated By L.A. Wildfires by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jan 16th

As the wildfires continue to incinerate homes, Annette Bening wants those who work across the entertainment community to know that the Entertainment Community Fund is here to offer immediate short term help.


Article: https://deadline.com/2025/01/annette-bening-financial-help-available-for-struggling-industry-workers-from-entertainment-community-fund-1236256828/

Entertainment Community Fund website: https://entertainmentcommunity.org/

Around the World: Canada’s Actors Union, Indie Producers Reach Tentative New Labor Deal by Geoff Hall  •  last post Jan 14th

Hi to our community based in Canada. What are your thoughts about this new agreement? How does it compare to the SAG-AFTRA agreement?

‘Canada’s actors’ union has reached a tentative deal with indie film and TV producers…“This agreement reflects the collective strength and determination of our membership which we could not have achieved without your continued support and unity,” ACTRA National president Eleanor Noble and Marie Kelly, ACTRA national executive director and chief negotiator, said in a statement.’

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/canadian-actors...

Is Acting Work Dead? Here Are 3 Proven Tips That Really Work by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jan 13th

Is Acting Work Dead? Here Are 3 Proven Tips That Really Work


https://youtu.be/1o-Z6IzvU84?feature=shared

Ever Experience A Time When Acting Work Was Slow?

Have you ever experienced a time when acting work was slow? What did you do to help get more activity? Share your experience here and on the acting and modeling quick tips channel, and let us know what you did so we can learn from you.

Don’t Miss TODAY'S Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up LIVE on Instagram! by Ashley Renee Smith  •  last post Jan 10th

Don’t miss TODAY'S Stage 32 Community Wrap-Up LIVE on Instagram with Head of Stage 32's Community, Ashley Smith, & Stage 32'sCommunity Manager/ Writer's Room Producer Kay Ross! You can tune in on the @Stage32 or @Stage32Scripts Instagram accounts every Friday at 10:00 am PT/ 1:00 pm ET, to keep up to date on all of the wonderful things happening right here on Stage 32!

Go to Instagram NOW to make sure that you're following the @stage32 and @stage32scripts accounts so that you're ready to join us! Or click here to set a reminder for yourself: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEoOXE0PVWG/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igs...

Table Reading Opportunity - Modern Monarchy: The Caveman King Part One by Shemar James  •  last post Jan 8th

Hi All,


I am having a virtual table read for my first feature film script, Modern Monarchy: The Caveman King Part One, based on my own comic book series. I am looking for more actors to join. If you are available and interested, please feel free to message me directly and share your email with me and I can add you to the list of participants.

Date/Time: January 11th, 8pm-10:30pm CT

You can find more info about the story here: https://www.stage32.com/profile/800940/Screenplay/Modern-Monarchy-The-Caveman-King-2

Thank you!
Shemar

Table Read Opportunity by Heidi Schussman  •  last post Jan 8th

The Table-read for The Tattered Book is officially set for Jan 27th, 5:00 PST. I need more actors! Please join the growing group of actors and producers who will be attending. I can’t wait to see and hear this charming and unique screenplay read by you. I adapted this from a novel I wrote in response to a demand for a book in which “the main character falls in love with the reader.” Type it into the web and you’ll see it’s almost a cult following.


Remember, this is just for fun and to practice your art. This is not an audition. That being said, it never hurts to get your face out there. ;)  PM me if you're interested.

Here’s the logline & synopsis of the storyline:
Logline: A shy introverted woman buys a book about a handsome detective in Italy who seems to see her. As he begins to fall in love with her, she must choose between being pulled into a fictitious world or throwing the book away... and her chance at love. (The Lakehouse meets Just Like Heaven)

Synopsis: Going for a morning run, Cassi stops at a garage sale and buys a tattered detective novel. Her family accuses her of living in a fictional world. Cassi disagrees, but as soon as she starts reading it, her carefully ordered life begins to unravel. Every time she reads the book, she dreams about it… about what hasn’t happened yet. And the main character seems to see her, even in the written pages of the book she’s reading. Shy by nature, Cassi attempts to talk to him in her dreams, but every time she does, she wakes up. Not knowing who she can trust with her bizarre secret, she confides in one of her elderly physical therapy patients who believes her. His advice is comical.

Detective Marco Marino is working an intricate and dangerous case in Florence, Italy. The Scutari mob has threatened another business in Florence. Trained in the United States, he uses his extensive knowledge of mob families to corner this ancient family. As he works the case a mysterious woman keeps appearing and disappearing like a phantom. At first, he’s unnerved by this constant distraction from his work, until he realizes she is trying to help him solve the case. If only she could speak! When he takes her into his arms for a fleeting kiss, he knows she’s real. This is a mystery he must solve.

Red Carpet Roll-Out: January 2025's New Executives & Education at Stage 32! by Maurice Vaughan  •  last post Jan 7th

This month, you have the chance to learn from knowledgeable industry executives, award-winning writers, producers, directors, cinematographers, coaches, consultants, authors, actors, and representatives who worked on or represented such projects as JOY RIDE, NOW YOU SEE ME 2, OH, CANADA, CARD COUNTER, A SONG FOR IMOGENE, SMALLVILLE, and many more!


Check out today’s blog to read their bios and see what services they’re providing as well as the full education schedule.

www.stage32.com/blog/red-carpet-roll-out-january-2025s-new-executives-education-at-stage-32-3973

Variety's SAG Award predictions by Sam Sokolow  •  last post Jan 6th

Which actors do you think will win SAG Awards this year? https://variety.com/lists/2025-sag-awards-predictions/

This Famous Actor Actually Deceived Me – Really Shocking by Aaron Marcus  •  last post Jan 6th

This Famous Actor Actually Deceived Me – Really Shocking

https://youtu.be/S1-Rq-yM0a0

Watch what happened to me behind the scenes in the acting world. In this video, I share a jaw-dropping experience where a famous actor deceived and lied to me—and the valuable lessons I learned from it.

If someone lied to you, share it with us and explain how you handled the situation.

Cat in the room by Austin Oneal Jones  •  last post Jan 5th

An original monologue, me trying some romantic comedy, let me know what you thing! :)

Hollywood Reporter: Armie Hammer now turning down jobs. A low-budget Western (that I produced) named Frontier Crucible brought him back by Preston Poulter  •  last post Jan 3rd

According to the Hollywood Reporter, Armie Hammer now has to turn down work because he's getting so many offers. 

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/armie-hammer-talks-comeback-turning-jobs-down-podcast-1236097804/

He got massively #MeToo-ed during COVID and had not worked in acting since. As the producer of the movie that facilitated his return to acting, Frontier Crucible (referenced in the article), I can say he was quite professional and charming during our entire three weeks of shooting.