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Stage 32’s founder and CEO, Richard “RB” Botto, shares two videos in today’s blog.
The first video analyzes Jeremy Allen White’s award-winning performance as Carmy Berzatto in FX's The Bear.
In the second video, RB talks about the importance of being mindful and intentional in choosing the people t...
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This is the most recent (and possibly last) video in our series. I sit down with an accomplished 1st A.D. (Walking Dead, Tell Me Lies, plus many others) to talk about the things new actors do (or don't do) versus how veteran actors behave on a set. The whole series has completely shifted my mindset...
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A lot of helpful advice and insight for actors and anyone who wants to know about what happens on set, Matthew Cornwell! Thanks for sharing!
Great interview, Matthew Cornwell ! Lots of great advice.
Thanks for this Matthew Cornwell
Cool Beans Matthew Cornwell
This a great interview and resource for actors at the beginning of their journey. Thanks for sharing, Matthew Cornwell!
Tamaryn Tobian shares 25 PR terms in today’s blog that’ll not only help you build a solid PR strategy and be on the same page with both your PR team and the media, but they will also help cut down onboarding time when you start working with a PR team. Tamaryn is the agency owner of Spectacle Creativ...
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Stage 32 is excited to welcome back Kym Jackson for her upcoming webinar.
Every step you take is a crossroad. If you do things one way, opportunities appear. If you do things another way, the moment passes and life goes on.
Each day, thousands of film & TV roles are booked across the country. Which st...
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Thank you to everyone who attended today!
As an actor what was your most challenging part?
For me, it's getting auditions -- the hustle to get the next job is much harder than the fun of performing the craft.
My first one, Mario Leone. I'm officially making the crossover into acting by doing a voiceover for an audio drama called, "The Ambassador" produced by a friend I met here on Stage 32. I'll be playing...
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I originated a role in a play called Hendeka. I was the lead, and I never left the stage. At the end of the play, I suffered from VIOLENT stigmata (seriously, it was like the Black Knight getting his...
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Sorry that happened, Tom Lapke.
Your chances of getting signed with a good agent can increase if you accomplish as many of the following as you can:
-Have all of your marketing materials (headshots, reel, social media, resume) looking professional;
-Aggressively keep working and expanding your credits;
-Focus on growing the scale...
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Tammy Hunt, when do you feel is the best time for an actor to become SAG? I know quite a few who hesitate when they become eligible because they aren't as sure about the best time to go for it;...
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How can this work for screenwiters Tammy Hunt
What a great list. 100% correct. I might also add that - "having all of your marketing materials (headshots, reel, social media, resume) looking professional" also means that those materials are all t...
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This is exactly what Stanislavsky was practicing with his actors in rehearsals before his death. It’s called Psycho-Physical acting or Active Analysis.
Great stuff. Just in time as I prepare for my first voice over in an audio drama. Thanks for sharing Amanda!
I recommend every actor read Sanford Meisner On Acting. This is exactly what he is talking about. Prepare for the moment before, based on your objective, the emotions are a result of your interaction...
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Man, that's a wealth of actionable information in under 2 minutes. Coming from theater acting, the Let it Go portion really resonated with me. You have to commit and then trust the commitment.
Completely agree on Meisner on Acting, Suzanne Bronson. Fantastic.
How can you know what you might be auditioning for if you don't know if they started filming yet? Here is everything and when.
|https://deadline.com/feature/2024-tv-premiere-dates-1235365501/
Thank you Tom!
This is fantastic, thank you, Tom Lapke!!
Cool Beasn Tom Lapke
Here is a cover letter example for actors to send to a prospective agent:
Hello, [name of agent],
I’m [your name], and I’m writing to seek representation in [TV/film/commercial work/etc.]. I have been working in the business for [X amount of time], and [write something about yourself that’s not obviou...
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Tammy thank you for the letter template!
Thank you for sharing this resource, Tammy Hunt!
Invaluable Tammy Hunt
This template is a gift to actors in the community, Tammy Hunt - thank you for sharing.
Could this work for writers as well Tammy Hunt
I've said it before and I'll say it again, a good entertainment attorney is worth his/her weight in gold.
https://variety.com/2024/film/news/blair-witch-project-cast-robbed-finan......
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You're right, Richard "RB" Botto. I hate it that they're going through that. It's a warning for actors, writers, filmmakers, etc.
That's why it's so important to educate yourself as much as possible about the larger entertainment industry and what your options are so that when the time is right, you're ready to pursue opportunit...
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Couldn't agree more, Ashley Renee Smith. No excuse not to have at least a rudimentary understanding of the inner workings of the biz.
It's like that old saying - "there's a reason the word 'business' is twice as long as the word 'show'. It's so important to have an understanding of how the industry operates and where the value lies...
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That is oh soooo true Richard "RB" Botto and a partner/counselor as well.
Hello Actors!
Stage 32 has invited me to build a series of courses for the actors in this community and I would LOVE to build my teachings around what you'd actually like to learn!
Are there any topics you'd like more insights on or more clarity around or just need to know more about?
I've been ac...
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Acting As A Business :)
Best ways to prepare for auditions and self-tapes!
How to prepare for a production where the scenes are shot out of order.
Kherut Gibbor how perfect - that's exactly what our whole series will be about!
Hey, Actors!
Don't miss out on tomorrow's fantastic AMA with Kurt Patino, President of Burbank International Film Festival, Talent Manager, Writer, Producer, & Podcaster in the Distribution Lounge! Kurt is sharing his time with us to answer YOUR questions about "How Film Festivals Run Behind The Scen...
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I gotta check this out Maurice Vaughan and thank you for sharing.
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You're welcome, Mark Deuce.
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A great complimentary webinar this video about Jeremy Allen White's performance is tomorrow's upcoming breakdown of the pilot script for the Bear. https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-webinar...
Expand commentA great complimentary webinar this video about Jeremy Allen White's performance is tomorrow's upcoming breakdown of the pilot script for the Bear. https://www.stage32.com/education/c/education-webinars?h=deconstructing-...