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Beware Actors Who Think This Will Live A Miserable Life – I Know
For many years, as an actor, I took things very personally. If I didn't get an audition or book a job, I began doubting my acting skills.
It is easy to think that we aren't getting the audition because peo...
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Superhero films, especially those from the Marvel Cinematic Universe, have dominated the box office for years. However, the tide is turning...
Bob Iger's return to Disney in a shifting landscape where Disney+ lost $1.1 billion in 2022 and faced disappointments like Ant-Man 3 signals a significant de...
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I feel like people are hungry for original stories, Joseph Ghae, which is incredible! I don't think Superhero movies will go away. They make too much money. I like Superhero movies. I just want them t...
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Precedent, precedent, precedent. One worth watching.
https://deadline.com/2024/04/italian-actors-body-artisti-7607-sues-netfl......
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Hope Artisti 7607 and Netflix reach a fair agreement for the artists, Richard "RB" Botto. Definitely something to keep an eye on. Thanks for sharing.
This is a big deal for sure and can set an international precedent. Will be watching.
Very interesting
In today’s blog, Adam Feinsilver talks about five warning signs that parents of child/young adult actors should be aware of. Very, very, very important blog.
www.stage32.com/blog/5-warning-signs-for-parents-of-childyoung-adult-act......
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If you host a podcast by yourself, scripts are a great way to prepare your talking points in advance so you don’t have to gather your thoughts mid-episode.
Before you start writing, take a minute to consider: What are the main points I want to convey in this episode? What is currently happening in th...
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Great advice, like always, Tammy Hunt!
Terrific tips for podcasters at all levels. Thanks for sharing, Tammy Hunt!
9 Huge Actors Tax Write-Offs – And Other Tax Tips
All actors and other artists need to know what can and can't be legitimately deducted from their taxes. In this video, you will learn about 9 huge actors tax write offs and other helpful tax tips.
If you have any tax tip s...
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Great video, Aaron Marcus! Important topic for actors. I don't hear a lot of people talk about it. Thanks for sharing.
That is kind of you Maurice. Some of these tips would work for other industry artists as well.
Small, albeit quick, victory on the AI front
https://deadline.com/2024/04/george-carlins-ai-suit-settled-1235874564
It really is a great sign that the concerns are being taken seriously and now there will be legal precedent that can allow other cases of this nature to move to a swift solution and not get dragged out.
Agreed Ashley Renee Smith
What about the people who don't have the money to hire lawyers? The non union extras/actors/entertainers? Is it time for state legislatures to be involved? Should we be reaching out to our federal or...
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You're partially right Maurice Vaughan The SAG AFTRA contract that was ratified exploits actors. Especially NU. I posted this in the acting lounge several months ago, that the current contract allows...
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He was the MAN and still has not been replaced.
"On this episode of the Team Deakins Podcast, we speak with actor Paul Schneider (BRIGHT STAR, THE ASSASSINATION OF JESSE JAMES, GEORGE WASHINGTON). Growing up in a small town in North Carolina, Paul shares how working in film and television never crossed his mind until a pivotal viewing of Jane Cam...
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What an interesting podcast.
Thanks for sharing this Florin Şumălan . I think Paul Schneider is a fantastic actor; I look forward to listening!
While I'm a writer first, I've done a fair amount of commercial acting over the years. Sadly, I hadn't landed anything since Q3 last year. Thankfully, I finally landed a small voice acting job for an advertisement. The pay wasn't anything impressive, but it was nice to get some more acting work for...
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Congratulations on the job, Terrence Sellers! I've done jobs like that for screenwriting ("the pay wasn't anything impressive, but it was nice to get some more acting work for my resume"). Plus, it's...
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It's always nice to have different sources of income.
Stephanie Moore discusses stunts and talks about how filmmakers can approach stunts responsibly in today’s blog.
www.stage32.com/blog/a-stunt-by-any-other-name-is-still-a-stunt-3690...
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Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.
In the first video, some of today’s most well-known and critically-acclaimed stars answer viewers’ burning questions.
In the second video, you’ll get an in-depth look into what it takes to be a showrunner through the e...
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I remember an audition I had NOT as an actor but as a contestant on the very first season of Hell’s Kitchen. I stormed thru the auditions even though I was NOT a chef!
That's impressive, Fran Harris! Congratulations! Is the audition process for an unscripted show different than a scripted show audition?
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Excellent advice, Aaron Marcus! "What took me years to realize is that there is nothing personal in the acting business." I'm not an actor, but I keep that in mind.
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Thank you, Maurice. I really believe this way of thinking holds true for all of us involved in the arts.
You're welcome, Aaron Marcus. And you're right. Thanks for sharing.