Review: Moxie Theatre’s ‘brownsville song (b-side for tray)’
The show is both funny and incredibly sad and director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg blends the two perfectly.
Watch: 12 Year-Old Chloë Grace Moretz’s Audition Tape for ‘Let Me In’
Moretz displayed talent from an early age. For example, in this 13 minute audition tape for 2010’s Let Me In, 12 year-old Moretz portrays her mysterious vampire character with growing intensity.
Jeff Daniels Remembers a Terrible Audition for a Diane Keaton Movie
One actor that knows the ups and downs of the audition process is Jeff Daniels.
Jennifer Jason Leigh on Her First-Ever Oscar Nomination: “It’s kind of phenomenal”
“He knew that I could, in his words, ‘act the … out of it’ and I’m not afraid to take a risk in terms of acting” Jennifer Jason Leigh on Quentin Tarantino
Forest Whitaker on Making His Broadway Debut in ‘Hughie’: “His rhythms are starting to invade inside of me”
“I want to get better as an actor, to keep trying to work harder, trying to discover something different” – Forest Whitaker
Watch: Conversations with Michael Shannon of ’99 Homes’
Michael Shannon speaks about being cast in the film, the research he did for the role, and his rehearsal process — all answered in Shannon’s usual dry wit.
Theater Review: ‘Sense & Sensibility’ at The Gym at Judson (NYC)
In the Bedlam production of Sense & Sensibility, Top 40 pop music is played prior to curtain (which in this case is just a figure to speech – there is no curtain), and the actors begin the performance dressed in lazywear of hoodies and sweatpants. This gives the initial impression
Alicia Vikander on the Her First Trip to L.A. and the Acting Tip ‘Ex-Machina’ Director Alex Garland Gave Her
“You [get immersed in] a film and of course you think that that is it. And then you go away and you read a new script and you have a new crush” – Alicia Vikander
Channing Tatum Talks ‘Hail, Caesar!’: “I’ve been beating on the Coens’ door for years, man”
“It’s the most I’ve ever prepped for a six-minute section in a movie.” – Channing Tatum
Actor Declared Brain Dead After Hanging Scene Goes Wrong
Raphael Schumacher was appearing in Mirages, described as an experimental six-scene immersive theatrical experience, which is staged in different parts of the theatre with the audience walking between them.
Actor Aaron Williams Creates Another Theatrical Cover From the Film, ‘Skyfall’
“When it comes to theatre, an actor always has a chance to play a classic role. In film, once a movie has been made, it’s made,” says Williams.
The Top 3 Things That Make Actors Stand Out
As actors, we’ve all heard the horror stories from casting directors about how crazy or weird or inappropriate actors are.
How One Casting Company Leverages Online Talent’s Social Media
A recent Variety survey showed that, according to teenagers, 8 of the ten most popular celebrities climbed to fame on YouTube, up from the 5 spots YouTubers claimed last year. The jump represents a notable and rapid shift in the way new generations prefer to consume entertainment. One glance at
Review: Joel and Ethan Coen’s ‘Hail, Caesar!’
‘Hail, Caesar!’ is an incredibly fun and loving tribute to old Hollywood.
Review: ‘The Realish Housewives of San Diego: A Parody’
If you’re a fan of The Real Housewives or reality shows in general, then this show might be a good bet for some breezy weekend entertainment.
Watch: Conversations with ‘Suffragette’ Star Carey Mulligan
Mulligan talks about her stage career, being cast in An Education, and the truth behind the oft-repeated urban legend regarding her writing a “childhood crush” letter to Kenneth Branagh.
Preview: ‘Broadway Sings Billy Joel’ on February 22 at The Highline Ballroom
On Monday, February 22, nearly two dozen Broadway stars will use one of their few days off to preform in a very special event, Broadway Sings Billy Joel at The Highline Ballroom
Successful Actors Have These Things in Common
Why do some people succeed in the acting world when others do not? Is it always down to talent or are other things involved?
Denise Gough Wins Critic’s Circle Theatre Award After Nearly Quitting Acting
Actress Denise Gough, a year of rejections had taken their toll, leaving her broke and with no option but to take alternative jobs to make ends meet.
New Jersey Actor Facing Up to 10 Years in Prison for Handling a Pellet Gun During Scene
Bellario was in jail for four days and now faces five to ten years in prison.