Acting

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. Let’s start with this brilliant video essay from FilmStack: When An Actor Was More Than Just Funny- Ben Stiller In the 2000s, Ben Stiller was everywhere. That was the golden age of the studio comedy, when the Frat...

This is the second in a series of blogs about the making of my passion project “Stories”. If you missed the first one, you can click here to catch up! Once again, let me start off by saying that I am NOT an expert at any of this. I've only been doing this acting/filmmaking thing for five years. I've retired twice and don't really have to work anymore, but I do drive Uber to get out of the house on occasion when I'm not making something. Having said that, I’m not opposed to learning from o...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. First up, check out this week’s featured video: The Hollywood Reporter’s Drama Actor Roundtable. This incredible panel features Adam Scott (Severance), Cooper Koch (Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story), Dieg...

Have you ever heard of The Three-Legged Stool? It sounds like a children’s fable, doesn’t it? It’s more like an industry fable, and it’s just as invaluable as The Deathly Hallows. In fact, many have attributed it to their longevity in the industry. Allow me to tell you the wisdom behind the notion, and make of it what you will... It is said every professional creative should have three distinct ways to stay active in their career. The three legs are: what you want to do, what you can do now...

Happy Thursday, Creative Army! We’re back with our final powerhouse conversation from this year’s Cannes Film Festival, where Stage 32 proudly celebrated our 10th anniversary as an official partner of the Marché du Film. It was a whirlwind of connection, education, and inspiration, and we’re honored to continue bringing those unfiltered, essential conversations directly to you. Today’s panel explores one of the most pressing, polarizing, and inevitable forces shaping our industry: artificial...

When you write with the beat in mind, actors lean in—and so do the people looking for scripts that play. Defining 'the Beat' One of the most common yet elusive concepts in the craft of creating films, series, and theater is the "beat." It's a term screenwriters, actors, and directors throw around freely, but its meaning often varies depending on who you ask. To make this foundational concept crystal clear and practical for screenwriters, let's explore its historical roots, common interpretati...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. This week’s featured video essay comes from FilmStack and takes a closer look at the quiet brilliance of Cillian Murphy. Most actors spend their careers chasing the spotlight. Cillian Murphy spent his time avoiding i...

Happy Sunday, Creative Army! Have you had a creative weekend so far? Whether you’ve been writing, filming, editing, or simply dreaming up your next big idea, I’ve got some inspiring content to fuel your passion and keep you moving forward. So grab your coffee, and let’s dive in. This week’s featured video comes from Corridor Crew: Stuntmen React to THE KARATE KID (ft. Ben Wang). Corridor Digital founder Niko Pueringer and professional stuntman Gui Silva (Black Panther, among others) are join...

Hey, Stage 32 Community! Are you feeling lost on Stage 32? Whether you’ve just joined the platform or you’ve been here for a while wondering how to make the most of everything Stage 32 has to offer, you’re not alone. With so many resources, opportunities, and community spaces to explore, it can feel a little overwhelming at first. That’s exactly why I’m inviting you to join me for a special Free Stage 32 Community Open House this Friday! Register for free by clicking HERE! As Head of C...

Dear Actors, you are enough… But do you really believe that? Following over 25 years of working in the performing arts industry as an actress myself, I have also had the opportunity to assist directors, train with incredible coaches, and view the problems that arise for most actors time and time again. It’s an elusive art form acting and what it takes to be a great actor seems to be equally puzzling because great acting looks so simple. But don’t be deluded into thinking that anything th...