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Stage 32 · 29 Jul 2025
https://youtu.be/hfdnyAcQYi8?si=ylBtPyvctB7J8hlYAs a proud Stage 32 Ambassador for Germany and the Dominican Republic, I am excited to share my thoughts on a question that so many actors face: Is acting just a passion, or is it truly a profession? For many, the journey begins with love for the craft — the thrill of ste…
Stage 32 · 29 Jul 2025
Posting about something very British here. Gurinder Chadha writer/director is working on the sequel script to Bend It Like Beckham which was a smash hit back in 2002. See article here https://deadline.com/2025/07/bend-it-like-beckham-sequel-gurinder-chadha-1236469339/This news came just before the British women's foo…
Stage 32 · 29 Jul 2025
How To Avoid A Crew Member Yelling At You On A TV Set https://youtu.be/oRxhcNeyPeMHave you ever made a mistake on a set? If so, share your experience here and on the channel so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 28 Jul 2025
Accent holding you back on tape? I help actors reduce regional and international accents to sound camera-ready and booking-strong. With years of coaching experience and industry referrals, my sessions are practical, fast, and actor-focused. Great for auditions, reps, and career growth. Please contact me at 310-919-912…
Stage 32 · 28 Jul 2025
Like a bullet fired down range, most of the time, I turn in a self tape submission and then forget about it. You can't get it back, so why worry about it? But every now and then, like today, I get one that I have an absolute BALL doing and wish there was more to be done. I just auditioned for a well known car company a…
Stage 32 · 28 Jul 2025
In today’s entertainment landscape, being a multi-hyphenate is no longer the exception — it’s becoming the norm. Actor-writers are uniquely positioned to tell personal, compelling stories, and their dual skillset is in high demand across indie and studio spaces. But while opportunities are growing, many multi-hyphenate…
Stage 32 · 27 Jul 2025
After predicting in 2011 Ozzy Osbourne's 2019 Parkinson's Disease diagnosis & 2 days before he died I predicted the exact date he would die, I've become busier than ever. But I finally got around to creating a new blog. It only took me a few years to fit it into my increasingly very busy schedule. LOL. I was wise by ch…
Stage 32 · 25 Jul 2025
Have you ever had a performance in a film that just clicked? Like, you were so in tune with the character and what they were doing in that scene, that you could practically do no wrong? This week, I'm not coming to you as an Actor, I'm coming to you as a Director. I got to direct a passion project last week that h…
Stage 32 · 24 Jul 2025
It's time to humble brag. Would love to hear from those who are working actors as well. What are your strengths as an actor? Are you good at improv? Comedic or dramatic? I think I am better at dramatic scenes then comedic ones. My strength as an actor is being able to stay connected to my partner(s) and stay in the sce…
Stage 32 · 22 Jul 2025
Yes, it is true. I just spoke with a casting company in Arizona. They turned their operations over to an AI. The head casting director lets an AI do all the work. He provides the AI with what a production is looking for, and then the AI searches the casting director's database and gives him a list of talent to contact.…
Stage 32 · 22 Jul 2025
Whether you first saw him on The Cosby Show or caught his recent Emmy-winning performance on The Resident, Malcolm-Jamal Warner has built a career full of range, longevity, and reinvention.This photo retrospective from Deadline walks through his impressive body of work, from sitcom stardom and spoken word albums to dra…
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
Hey actors, are you regularly on IMDbPro? It’s more than a platform—it’s a space to connect and grow in this craft we love. Do you check it often and use it to network? Share your thoughts!
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
Director Ari Aster and stars Pedro Pascal and Joaquin Phoenix talk through the struggle of shooting in erratic New Mexico weather and their instant chemistry as they break down a scene from their new movie 'Eddington'.(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1MeI2xQ2SkM)
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
Self-Tape Editing for Actors: Essential iMovie Tips Casting Directors Expecthttps://youtu.be/1v85t6-Eg4QEver run into an editing issue? If so, how did you solve it? Share your experience here and on the channel so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
We’re so used to being the ones auditioning for someone else’s vision… but what if you pitched your own? Whether it's a short film idea, a character concept, or a creative collaboration—knowing how to pitch opens doors.This blog from Stage 32’s Filmmakers Club breaks it down beautifully. Even if you're not a filmmaker…
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
Gerçek Yaşam Hikayem – From Struggles to Strength Merhabalar, Babamın “tatlı balı” olarak büyüdüm, altı yaşımdan sonra baba hasretiyle hayata tutundum. Yedi kardeşin dördüncüsü ve annesinin güçlü “Monika”sı olarak, polis olma hayalimle her zorluğu güç kaynağına çevirdim. Şimdi, bu gerçek yaşam hikayemi bir film ve belg…
Stage 32 · 21 Jul 2025
Merhabalar, Babamın “tatlı balı” olarak büyüdüm, altı yaşımdan sonra baba hasretiyle hayata tutundum. Yedi kardeşin dördüncüsü ve annesinin güçlü “Monika”sı olarak, polis olma hayalimle her zorluğu güç kaynağına çevirdim. Şimdi, bu gerçek yaşam hikayemi bir film ve belgesel projesine dönüştürüyorum. --- Hello everyone,…
Stage 32 · 20 Jul 2025
ICYMI: Coverfly is merging with Stage 32 to be a global screenwriting contest hub for all Oscar and BAFTA qualifying contests. How do you think this will impact your career or open doors for you? What opportunities could open up if the short film you starred in got recognized by an Oscar-qualifying contest like HollySh…
Stage 32 · 18 Jul 2025
On Unqualified with Anna Farris, Melissa McCarthy said when she gets a new part the first thing she does is try on wigs. When she finds the right hairstyle, then she has the character. So actors will you share what is your process for preparing for a role? What do you do for character development? Do you do any kind…
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Stage 32 · 17 Jul 2025
Hello, I’m excited to share my short film script titled “The Promise: A Silent Battle” — a deeply emotional and motivational story about a young man, Zayden, who loses everything but holds on to one thing: his mother's final advice — “never lie, never do wrong.” Homeless, hungry, and rejected by society, he comes close…
Stage 32 · 17 Jul 2025
Big news in the acting world: Sean Astin has officially announced that he’s running for SAG-AFTRA President in the upcoming 2025 election.Read the full article on Deadline: https://deadline.com/2025/07/sean-astin-running-for-sag-aftra-president-2025-1236455606/Astin says his decision to run comes from “a sense of duty”…
Stage 32 · 16 Jul 2025
I just read the beautiful journey of Sandra and she motivated me so much. That blog was beautifully crafted and I could read her passion through every sentence. Thank you for motivating me
Stage 32 · 15 Jul 2025
Stepping into the cape comes with big expectations, and even bigger shoes to fill. David Corenswet, who will lead James Gunn’s Superman, recently opened up about the advice he received from past Supermen Henry Cavill and Tyler Hoechlin:https://deadline.com/2025/07/david-corenswet-superman-advice-henry-cavill-tyler-hoec…
Stage 32 · 15 Jul 2025
Good morning everyone, hope all is good! I wanna start getting more active on here and interacting with you all more, so everyday I’m going to try to post something on here, whether it’s questions I have for you guys or even anything new I'm working on, anything new I found out about, and etc. first question I want to…
Stage 32 · 14 Jul 2025
I honestly didn't know Vertical Dramas were a thing until I read this article from The Guardian. It caught my interest and made me think that - as a late to the game actress- it could be way to gain some experience and add to my Showreel. Here is the article https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2025/jun/22/a-new-sp…
Stage 32 · 14 Jul 2025
After Auditioning, I Didn't Book The TV Show Gotham - Then I Did: Here's Whyhttps://youtu.be/neWbngWX6tgHave you ever booked a job after being turned down? If so, share your experience here and on the channel so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 12 Jul 2025
I recently received a CMail invitation to audition for two day-player roles in a film. One was a single line of dialogue, the other included a full page of text.The single-line character was an easy yes. Despite the brevity, the line revealed everything I needed to know: this was an abusive high school professional. I…
Stage 32 · 11 Jul 2025
In a recent interview, Michael Douglas shared that he’s stepping back from acting, stating he has “no real intentions” of returning to the screen. After a legendary career spanning decades, from Wall Street to Behind the Candelabra to The Kominsky Method, Douglas is choosing a quieter chapter, saying he’s satisfied wit…
Stage 32 · 10 Jul 2025
https://youtu.be/ILy1ug8S1Do?si=zBSlhI0fxcTrjfiiAs an actress, I know that a dress is never just fabric – it’s transformation, presence, and storytelling. In this short visual, “Wearing the Role with My Tascano”, I explore how wardrobe becomes part of the performance, shaping emotion and character even before a word is…
Stage 32 · 10 Jul 2025
Join the executive producers and showrunners behind The Witcher, Severance, Snowpiercer, and Stargate for a free Stage 32 webcast filled with insider insights on what's selling, how to adapt existing IPs, and what networks and streamers are hungry for right now.Attend live to ask your questions during the Q&A and hear…
Stage 32 · 9 Jul 2025
I'm looking forward to seeing this movie. You can tell he's really living the character. Beautiful cinematography, strong acting, perfect scenery, and a well-adjusted team. This scene looks promising. You can see the dedication. !!! Living another life, feeling intensely, transforming emotion into art.I remember a…
Stage 32 · 8 Jul 2025
Actor Anxiety: Why Being Asked to Re-Record Your Lines Isn’t Always Badhttps://youtu.be/2-emlHSlxKIHave you ever been asked to re-record your lines? If so, share your experience here and on the channel so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 8 Jul 2025
Dear Stage 32 Community,My name is Yvonne, an actress with a deep passion for storytelling through my own theater shows. Looking back, I recall being approached for film roles when I was younger. Yet, I couldn’t bring myself to say yes. Why? It wasn’t fear or doubt—it was the lack of control. Reading someone else’s scr…
Stage 32 · 7 Jul 2025
I was just reading how Michael Sheen from Good Omens and Twilight recently released a children’s picture book, A Home for Spark the Dragon, benefiting homeless charities. He also launched and funded a national Welsh theatre. He has described himself as a “not-for-profit actor.” Emma Stone, Mark Ruffalo, Tarji, P. Henso…
Stage 32 · 7 Jul 2025
Hope everyone had a great weekend!I wanted to let you know that our 4th of July Sale has been EXTENDED until midnight tonight!You can save 20% on all Stage 32 education — including webinars, classes, and labs — by using the code 4THOFJULY25 at checkout.If you have any questions or would like a recommendation, feel free…
Stage 32 · 4 Jul 2025
I was watching "Wicked" and thinking to myself, 'Wow, it would be fun to work on a film with Cynthia Erivo.' She is so talented. When I visited my IMDB page, I discovered a few years ago I in fact did appear in a musical (visual album) featuring Cynthia Erivo. Thank you, universe! ❤️
Stage 32 · 4 Jul 2025
Correction ! The ‘Trans-Atlantic’ accent is NOT 'made up ‘ without ‘true native’ speakers. The ‘Mid-Atlantic' accent is NOT the same... https://ryanol.com/trans-atlantic-and-mid-atlantic-accents ... #EnglishAccents #Transatlantic #MidAtlantic #Accents #English
Stage 32 · 3 Jul 2025
https://youtu.be/tVPifcnLRas?si=o9hDmAG83w8V_N5THey everyone as a Stage 32 Team Ambassador for Germany and the Dominican Republic I’m excited to share my new YouTube video How to Find the Right Drama School Private or State-Funded In the video I talk about the differences between private and state-funded acting schools…
Stage 32 · 3 Jul 2025
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Stage 32 · 3 Jul 2025
I first moved to Los Angeles Aug 2014, fresh from another country, (although American) so the majority of my work and reps had been overseas with people no one had heard of. Because I had been a union actor there, I went directly to the SAG website & printed up list of SAG Franchised agencies based in Los Angeles, cros…
Stage 32 · 2 Jul 2025
Charlize Theron has spoken about an uncomfortable audition she had with an well known director when she was starting out. This made me think, what about you? Do you have a story of an audition gone wrong, or a scary situation, and how did you handle it? What advice would you give to new actors going out on auditions on…
Stage 32 · 1 Jul 2025
Sharing this week's Coffee and Content blog about Sinners. Lots of interesting stuff in the video essay on Sinners https://youtu.be/DPGf5TfGwAk?si=nTD9XokhIfxAX1SZ. One thing it talks about is how Coogler explores immersive storytelling. I"m wondering, How do you use immersive techniques (like internal monologue or unc…
Stage 32 · 1 Jul 2025
This Free Actor's Marketing Tool Is A Networking Game Changerhttps://youtu.be/8wxi0T5fQLsHave any suggestions for apps that help actors? If so, share it here and on my channel so we can learn from you.
Stage 32 · 30 Jun 2025
This fascinating audition tape comparison shows Emilia Clarke and Claire Foy both reading for the role of Elizabeth in Belle (2013), a role that ultimately went to Sarah Gadon:https://youtube.com/shorts/oSVkfFp93fU?si=PfBFjtFO5dsRbKo_What’s so striking here is how different each take is, yet both are deeply compelling.…
Stage 32 · 27 Jun 2025
I am a British cinematographer with 31 years experience with 32 features to my name, offering a very intensive on.line workshops on.line .Offering a great "sizzle reel"and a chance to be casted in my next features.Please p.m.Mike@enkiproductions1.8b.io
