Logan Scott Matthews: Actor, comedian and singer in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

I dream that same dream Logan. Now lets make that a reality!! Best of luck to you man.

Thanks for introducing yourself Logan! We're glad to have you in the Stage 32 community. I recommend making the most of Stage 32, networking, and contributing to lounge discussions. It really is all about what you put in=what you get out. You never know what opportunities might come your way... Keep in touch as you reach your goals! We'd love to see you in some success stories soon! :)

Great to have you here, Logan. Your energy is contagious. Got me fired up just reading your post. Wishing you the best in all your pursuits.

No worries..i understand..Best of luck and keep writing!

Wow that is awesome. Just keep at it really and don't give up. Whatever time you can dedicate is great. We are here for you.

Howdy, Tim, and thank you for your service! I have also written a couple of books, then broke into screenwriting (still breaking it, hard to tame!). It sounds like you have not yet settled into a script write process. You need first to keep writing! You might consider what your writing process flow should be. Writing is rewriting. But, I have found contentment in using the following flow to get the story structure solid and gradually move to screenwriting format. My flow includes Dramatica -> Outline 4D -> Screenwriter 6. I use other tools and approaches as well, but this core flow helps me focus on ideas and structure first, including building characters. Once I have that down, the rest tends to flow better. Every writer has a preferred approach. Find what works for you. And, write! If you just have ideas, jot those down quickly and save them somewhere. Get a big pile of ideas. Work on the best ideas when you get time to sit down and do it right. And, good luck!

Alle, if you are casting in LA PLEASE contact me through my website and see my actors. They will do you proud. Lots of actors can't audition. They are boring and play it safe and don't have a strong first line or silences or humor or charm. I teach actors to use it all and use themselves not a character. We probably don't disagree that much on that. I want the actors to use the parts of themselves that are shy or killers or flirtatious or vulnerable. I call it looking out of your own eyes. Then we believe them. That is why costumes are so important because we all act a lot different when we are wearing a ball gown as opposed to sweats. We have lots of parts in us! I am so impressed you read the first chapter of How to Make YOur Audience Fall in Love WIth you at DerynWarren.com. Too many actors or people in the business don't read. Good for you! Maybe you even want to GET the book! :)

Okay, Alle, great. You can always get hold of me through DerynWarren.com I know you will love my recommendations.

LOL. Yes, that actor definitely took a risk. LOL. It is amazing some of the things that occur in auditions - makes thing more interesting. Would love to chat more and help you out in anyway I can. Cheers

it takes a min to get used to this type of site but it is extremely helpful and a lot of fun!

I'm looking forward to creating new projects with new people. My next goal is a feature film here in the LA area.

I'm new n here as well. I figured I'll just start talking to people, never know who I might meet. My name is Krystle. I am an actress and screenwriter trying to network with others who are working on the same passions and goals as me. I hope to meet people looking to create work and have fun doing it :) Hope this site works for you, and me too. I'm in Los Angeles, if you ever wanna work on a project, I'm always open to expending my resume

good luck to you

Best of luck!

You're in the right place to help make your dreams become a reality. Best of luck to you and don't hesitate to take full advantage of all Stage 32 has to offer. Check out On Stage with RB for more information :)

This discussion was very informative! Glad I had the opportunity to listen in, so to speak. I always approach my roles in a naturalistic way. Thanks

Great, thanks Alyn, your feedback is much appreciated.

@Meredith: The Suzuki technique is too small for theater, lol. I also agree and that's exactly why I did just that! Exploring all the 'techniques' and 'methods' out there, all their versions, etc and took what works for me. And thank God for Meisner! He gave me most of what I use today. But of course, hats off to every acting teacher who developed their own technique!

Community College.

Set yourself up on Mycast360 as a agent and you will get calls like crazy

Well you found the right place tons of talent and opportunity!

Thank you Zane :)

Going to try and make it glad your on board!

Hey Sean, check out the Kino group in Dublin run by a chap called Liam. It started last summer and there's connections with the Filmonik group here in Manchester. By the way I'm a Dublin girl myself...

Aw..... that's so sweet I'm glad you found the right connection too... Porn icky!

Hi Sean, great post, wish I had known about Stage32 back in 2009. Only joined in 2012 and, as you say a great way to meet loads of like-minded people who understand what we're all going through and trying to achieve. Based near Belfast so gona send you a network request. Una, must look out for Kino group you mention

Hi Kendal. I think you'll really enjoy Stage 32, a lot of good people. I've never produced a short for the 168 Hour Film Project but I always go to the festival.

Hi Michael, Congrats on your recent success! I am available for film projects both in front of and behind the camera as needed to help tell the story. www.imdb.me/scottlairdberg

Hi Michael! Glad we've networked! Congratulations on your current and future successes!! :)

Renate. Student films are different. I will help out a student film any time. That is just giving back to the industry. I am talking about the filmmaker that make a film with the idea that that will profit from it and yet want to pay actors nothing. If you are a film maker then get funding and hire your talent.

I don't understand why an indie filmmaker would be asking a professional actor to work on a film no one is being paid for, unless they are friends with the actor. That said there are many highly talented actors of all ages that have not a credit that an indie filmmakers can audition to get a film made and funded. It is a win win for all, and many careers are started this way.

Tom, well said! 'If you are a film maker then get funding and hire your talent'. 2013 I was cast in two Indie films. In both cases the funding came from a baker plus savings from jobs in the industry. Both film makers wrote their own scripts, directed and produced. We were paid £25 per filming day, and the remaining £175 per filming day will be paid when the Initial Production Budget has been achieved. Both directors are highly sought after to work with, which clinched the deal for many of us who were offered the parts. I come to the conclusion that actors could take a cut if the script is brilliant and the director a genius. Otherwise no pay, no play!

Thats a tricky one. I don't turn to the internet for movies, but for cheap entertainment. The internet is so convoluted with videos that it would seem hard to stand out. I think even with streaming technology, the quality has been sacrificed for convenience. I've never seen a Netflix movie that looks as good as Blu-ray, and the look and sound of a film are very important to me. There are a lot of people who get recognized on YouTube or other video sites, but very few people use the medium seriously. Shooting a film with real actors and shooting yourself shooting your best friend in the arse with a dartgun and getting twenty thousand hits are two completely different things.

I once heard a great comment about the Internet. In a riff on Andy Warhol's famous "15 minutes" comment, this person (who I don't remember the name of) declared "On the internet, everyone will be famous for 15 people."

Geek & Sundry uses the internet seriously. Table Top, excellent. The Guild, worth watching. I'd make a movie staring Nathan Fillion as Bladezz. Lots of vlogs available on Youtube, Shows on Hulu.

Congrats on reaching out! I also hold the standard amount of highschool theater experience and I also sing and play guitar. This website is a great start. If you have a good method of taking video, try making video- monologues as practice. (you could try skits if you have others willing to work with you). Between finding auditions and looking for ways to better your acting, keep your passion and determination alive. And have Faith!

'Sup Jacob! http://www.ace-your-audition.com/ ^ You may find some answers/tips on that website :) Something that can help get you started off the bat is uploading some pictures of yourself, either to Stage 32 or other websites you belong to! As an actor, you're trying to sell yourself to the casting director, director, producer, etc., and just being able to see you is a tremendous help. As an actor, photos are sort of like advertising.