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As we actors all know, auditioning is not the same as acting. It is an entirely different skill set. Since the industry has moved to self tape, the audition process has changed so much. No more rushing across the city, trying to find parking, hanging out in the waiting room, and meeting other actors...
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On October 28, we lost a fantastic actor, Sir Patrick Stewart. Known for the iconic roles of Captain Jean-Luc Picard in STAR TREK: THE NEXT GENERATION and Professor Charles Xavier in X-MEN, Stewart added gravitas to these properties, leaving an indelible mark on them. His portrayal of Picard helped...
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This is a great reminder of how much meaning can be hidden in a single line. Sometimes, a small change in emphasis can completely transform a character's emotions and the audience's understanding.
Exactly, Phillip Noel. It’s like when I would explain the importance of the oft-quoted line from ROMEO AND JULIET: “O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo.” Many of my students thought that “wherefo...
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What to Wear to an Acting Audition: Should You Look the Part?
It's the last decision before you hit record or walk into the room, and actors split hard on it. Dress for the character, or keep it neutral and let the acting speak? This week I share what I do, why I do it, and where dressing the part go...
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That’s a good question. I think it may depend on the role, so for instance if you’re playing a chef it would certainly make it more believable if you dressed the part. But likewise there are parts where the clothes are less important and the character is the standout part.
Hi all! So I am guessing a lot of us have been watching movies that are more on the dark side of cinema this past week. I watched "Heretic" and Hugh Grant gave an exceptionally creepy performance. I am wondering, what has been a stand out performance you have seen in the horror genre?
Samuel L. Jackson in UNBREAKABLE and GLASS. For a more recent one, Rachel McAdams in SEND HELP.
Hi all, this week was supposed to be about celebrating Halloween and all things spooky.
However, a great among us Sir Patrick Stewart has passed away. In honour of his illustrious career, what was your favourite Stewart role or moment? For me it was the whimsical inner monologue of baby Susie Swanso...
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There were two roles that are standout for me, first was his role as Scrooge in a Christmas Carole and then playing Captain Ahab in Moby Dick.
So sorry to hear the news today, that Sir Patrick Stewart has passed away in his Los Angeles home.
He had a brief time with Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewey Body Dementia.
What can we say at such a time as this?
Save for Rest In Peace, dear sir.
Live long and prosper. Farewell, Sir Patrick.
Here's the playlist of Sir Patrick reading Shakespeare's sonnets during Covid: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2yF73_HcjHc&list=PLTe3BtWX_ebfunRB1Yepts......
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farewell hero..thank you for all your contributions to the entertainment industries all round the world
First time hearing, thank you for posting. One of my favourite actors. a sad loss. God rest his soul and all the best on his spiritual journey.
Oh my God! That's so sad. He has left a great legacy. Live long and prosper. The Knight has fallen Fare well Sir Patrick
News broke today of the death of Walter Koenig, who played Chekov in the original STAR TREK series. (https://www.cbsnews.com/news/walter-koenig-dies-age-90-chekov-star-trek/...) He was originally brought on to bring in a younger audience. His tenure with the franchise was cemented in popular culture...
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What a thoughtful question. I've spent so much of my career helping creative people connect, grow, and bring their stories to life, and I hope that's the legacy I leave behind. Not necessarily the pro...
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Amanda Toney Garry Marshall himself stated the importance of just being nice. Not a bad trait to be known by.
Maya Angelou said, "People may not remember what you said, but they will remember how you made them feel." That is what I think about. I want to be remembered for spreading love and joy.
That’s a great quote, Suzanne Bronson. And oh-so-true!
Goodness Marcus It was a great conversation. Really, I’d ask him a question and he’d go on for quite some time. He really wanted to talk less about Star Trek and more about Raver, which I was fine with.
What is your go to method of breaking down a script when you first receive it? Do you look for the objectives first or do you let the emotional tone guide you?
I, personally break it down to the beats first. Determine my superobjective, then my objective for each scene, then each moment. What about you?
read the script first to understand the story then i will go through the dialogues to include mine. there are many techniques i use with i the body of the text. that I teach but the bottom line with a...
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Take in every detail I can before making choices! Then I re-read and start to think about things like objectives based on POV
My go to is my analysis for film actors specifically which i developed a system many years ago and still stick to it
Today we celebrate the life and extraordinary career of Sir Patrick Stewart, who has passed away — a classically trained actor who became one of the most beloved performers of our time, and whose lessons will guide actors for generations. Trained at the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School and a member of...
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TNG was my favorite childhood show. Since then, I have loved all things Patrick Stewart. He is someone I admire as an actor.One of my more recent favorite memories of him is, during COVID he would get on Instagram TV and read the Shakespeare sonnets, one everyday.
Hi Actors, this week I was wondering what are you most excited about given the announcement of the marketplace and how it may benefit you?
Hello Jake. I am excited about the announcement of the marketplace and the benefits. I already received a request for one of my scripts from an executive. LAST ONE AFLOAT. I scored for 80/100 overall...
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That’s such an interesting reminder that even background roles can come with unexpected opportunities! What do you think made that performance stand out enough to get you upgraded?
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Background Actor Tips: How I Got Upgraded on a TV Commercial
Years ago, I was an extra seated far up in a theater balcony, and a week later a stranger congratulated me on an upgrade I didn't know about. Here's the story and what I took from it.
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November Write Club 2026
The 12th Annual November Write Club Is Here!
Set Your Goal, Start Strong, and Win Prizes Every Week
Welcome to the 12th Annual November Write Club! And it isn’t just for writers. Filmmakers, actors, producers, composers, authors, and every creative are welcome.
Pick a goal, big or small, and spend November making it happen with the whole Stage 32 community cheering you on. Every Monday, a new blog ends with three challenges. Complete all three to be entered to win that week’s prizes, plus an entry toward the Grand Prize.
This year, your goal has a destination. Projects that earn industry signals can rise into the Stage 32 Marketplace, where 3,000+ executives can discover them. The project you push forward this month could be the one that gets found.
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Grand Prize: An Arc Studio Pro Lifetime License!
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