Oscar Speech and Backstage Interview: Anne Hathaway for Best Supporting Actress (video)
Anne Hathaway, Best Supporting Actress winner for Les Miserables
Oscar Speech and Backstage Interview: Christoph Waltz for Best Supporting Actor (video)
Christoph Waltz, Best Supporting Actor winner for Django Unchained speech and backstage interview
Zachary Quinto on Rehearsing ‘The Glass Menagerie’ and the Promise He Made to Himself 14 Years Ago
This is the first time in a while that Zachary Quinto actually has some free time in his schedule. After starring in J.J. Abrams’ Star Trek reboot and two seasons of FX’s American Horror Story, the actor has chosen to appear in a production of Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie at the American Repertory Theater (ART) in Cambridge.
Tom Hanks on Why He’s Going to Broadway, Nora Ephron and Being “Afraid of Blowing It” (video)
While I respect wanting to challenge oneself as an actor, I often wonder why an A-list actor like Tom Hanks chooses to take a Broadway role, as he is with his Broadway debut Lucky Guy. After all, Hanks could command one of his usual hefty salaries for a movie role
Q&A: Amy Poehler and Adam Scott talk ‘Parks and Recreation’, Calzones and Leslie and Ben’s Future
They also talk guest stars and favorite show moments
Book Review: ‘How To Audition On Camera’ by Sharon Bialy
How many times, as actors, have we wished that we could get an hour with a casting director, to pick their brain about what they look for, their pet peeves, and the tips they would offer. That’s exactly what this book is.
Commercial Actors Facing Hit From “Reality Commercials” Starring Non-Actors
We’ve all seen or heard “Not a Paid Spokesperson” during commercials, which indicates that the person in the commercial truly loves the product he or she is pitching — and is not just being paid to say that (of course, they are usually being compensated anyway). It’s often an effective way to sell products, but the rise of so-called “reality commercials” — that is, commercials that cast non-professionals as spokespeople for the product — is bad news for commercial actors (who are already seeing declining pay).
Ben Foster Replaces Shia LeBeouf in Broadway’s ‘Orphans’
Ben Foster is set to replace Shia LaBeouf in Orphans the producers announced today. He will take over the role of ‘Treat’ and begin rehearsals immediately.
Shia LaBeouf Post’s His Audition Video for ‘Orphans’ and E-mails About the Creative Differences that Led to His Exit
Shia LaBeouf, who has certainly made his mouth a familiar spot for his foot in the past, was set to make his Broadway debut opposite Alec Baldwin in Orphans, with previews set to begin March 17. However, yesterday it was announced that LaBeouf had left the play because of “creative differences.” Naturally, inquiring minds want to know what exactly those differences were/are.
Jane Lynch to Make Her Broadway Debut in ‘Annie’
Jane Lynch will make her Broadway debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie.
Jessica Chastain Reveals How She Got Her SAG Card, Her First Years in L.A. and Choosing a Play over Filming a Pilot (video)
Jessica Chastain is a perfect example of an actress who by hell or high water was going to break through.
Holland Taylor on How She Came Up With the Idea for Her One-Woman Broadway Show Based on Former Texas Governor, Ann Richards
Holland Taylor is thrilled to finally have a part she can sink her teeth into. Not that playing a mom on Two and a Half Men isn’t exciting, but it’s not exactly a difficult role. With her new play, Ann, Taylor has the opportunity to portray former Texas governor, Ann Richards.
Discovering Your Inner Super Star: A Lil’ Confidence Booster
Find out 3 steps to finding your inner super star
Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson talks ‘Snitch’ and Jumping at the Chance to Be Vulnerable On Screen
Millions of wrestling fans recognize Dwayne Johnson as The Rock — a trash-talking heavyweight who started wrestling in the mid-1990s until leaving for his burgeoning career in Hollywood movies in 2004. However, not only has Johnson recently returned to wrestling, he is also curiously hitting the busiest and most impressive streak of his acting career.
Shia LaBeouf Leaves Broadway’s ‘Orphans’ a Month Before Previews
Shia LaBeouf was to make his Broadway debut opposite Alec Baldwin in Orphans, which was supposed to begin previews March 19th. But, that’s not happening now.
Connie Britton: “Sometimes my favorite directors are the ones I literally want to punch in the nose”
Connie Britton worried that there would be no coming back from playing Tami Taylor. After her name became attached to her beloved character on Friday Night Lights, Britton knew it would take something a little daring to avoid being typecast forever.
Jane Lynch on Her Animated Roles: “Instead of coming up with a funny voice, I let my work on the character inform how I sound, so its grounded”
Even up until a few years ago Jane Lynch was mainly known as one of the most talented improvises in Christopher Guest’s mockumentaries. More recently Lynch’s career has really taken off with her starring role on television’s Glee. Now Lynch finds herself in demand, especially as a voice actor in animated films.
Nick Kroll on Improvising, ‘The League’ and ‘The Kroll Show’
Comedian Nick Kroll is living the dream. With his own Comedy Central series, Kroll Show, and his role on FX’s The League, Kroll is quick to acknowledge how lucky he is.
Maggie Smith is Interviewed by ’60 Minutes’ and Reveals She’s Never Watched ‘Downton Abbey’ (video)
Maggie Smith loves to talk about how proud she is about the success of Downton Abbey and how the period drama is shot. Just don’t ask her about the final product.