#  @backstagecast Backstage
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### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours
"How To Get Into Voiceover Are you interested in being a voiceover actor Are you an actor looking to expand your skills from acting in front of the camera to behind the microphone As an actor host singer and original voice of Google Voice multi-hyphenate Laurie Burke is well equipped to share how she applies her skills to her voiceover work Join her on for tips you can use to do the same. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/coronavirus-quarantine-backstage-online-acting-career-seminars-70337/ Connect with Laurie:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i_ctIk7JKZY) 2020-03-26T21:23Z 130K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Finding the Humanity in the Monster: Inside Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Oscar Isaac is taking us inside Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein by revealing how he found humanity in the monster. Listen to our In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode anywhere you get your podcasts #GDT #OscarIsaac #Frankenstein #Netflix #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-5lGRT2GHjM) 2025-11-10T17:08Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne Johnson on Chasing Discomfort in A24's 'The Smashing Machine' Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson opens up about why "The Smashing Machine" marked a turning point in his career. After years of blockbuster success the role pushed him to get uncomfortable tap into personal experience and rediscover the hunger that first drew him to acting. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-gm2HhhVQhQ) 2026-01-01T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Teyana Taylor Teyana Taylor joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her electric performance as Perfidia Beverly Hills in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Taylor dives deep into crafting the character with Anderson her reaction to audience's seeing Perfidia as a villain filming the movie's most intense scenes recording that climactic letter and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=02OptvtZEyA) 2025-12-18T16:20Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead Talks On-Screen Chemistry If you want to know what true creative partnership looks like onscreen just watch Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Maika Monroe. You can watch our full interview on Backstage. #Movie #Movies #MaryElizabethWinstead #BackstageWith"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=042LEBzLCrg) 2025-11-04T21:09Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Now Casting Worldwide Talent for Short Film You can apply to the short film "Use-Case" from anywhere around the globe. Don't miss your chance expires January [--]. Apply to this job (and more like it) on Backstage. #CastingCall #Audition #Worldwide #Talent #Opportunity actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0G3VP0ce0u0) 2026-01-18T14:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Owning Your Auditions Ethan Hawke joined us on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast to talk acting auditions and what working with Robert De Niro taught him. Listen to our full conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #EthanHawke #Acting #Advice #Podcast #Pod #New"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0Y07WkB49og) 2025-10-09T15:32Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on Jennifer Lawrences Start Casting director Shayna Markowitz explains how Jennifer Lawrence rose from unknown audition rooms to major stardom. She shares why young actors should trust the process take comfort in the long game and believe that the right roles truly find the right performers. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #JenniferLawrence #TheHungerGames #MovieStar #Movies"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=21vr71t4dCk) 2025-12-22T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'The Smashing Machine' Star Dwayne Johnson on Becoming 'The Rock' Dwayne Johnson reflects on his early daysbeing heckled in the ring wrestling in flea markets and barns and navigating a career without a blueprint. Before The Rock became a household name he was cutting his teeth finding his voice and learning how to stay steady under pressure. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2KbeqxEi1-E) 2026-01-06T14:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on the Religion of Acting Can performance become almost religious or meditative Yes according to Paul Mescal. He explains his perspective on acting and much more on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Advice #Talent"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2bw2kkCWio4) 2025-10-14T21:20Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on Portraying Paul McCartney in the Beatles Biopic Portraying a legend like Paul McCartney According to Paul Mescal its a little intimidating. In our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation we talk the upcoming Beatles biopic his role in The History of Sound and more. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Podcast #Actor"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2vmoiwT5Q7A) 2025-09-12T16:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Netflixs Nouvelle Vague Star Zoey Deutch on Being Ready to Be Lucky Zoey Deutchs best acting advice Be ready to be lucky. Listen to our latest In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode where she discusses prep for Richard Linklaters Nouvelle Vague everywhere you get your podcasts. #ZoeyDeutch #Podcast #Talent #Advice #Act #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=35OYMAazeCE) 2025-11-07T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Love Mean Girls Check Out These Similar Gigs Casting Now Calling all #MeanGirls fans If you love to get swept up in the nostalgia of the hit teen movie then check out this roundup of related gigs currently seeking talent here: https://bit.ly/3g5yvpj"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3QINg-IdnYQ) 2022-10-13T15:21Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Finding Emotional Release Between Roles From Frankenstein to Beef Season [--] While filming Beef Season [--] Oscar Isaac struggled to feel connected to his characteruntil an acting exercise unlocked something unexpected. By inviting Victor Frankenstein back Isaac rediscovered creative freedom learning how emotional echoes from past roles can breathe life into new ones. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #OscarIsaac #Podcast #Acting #Act #Advice"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3tk7ZHQn3zI) 2025-11-12T16:44Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"THR Directors Roundtable (Full Hour) Film directors Tom Hooper ('The King's Speech') Lisa Cholodenko ('The Kids Are All Right') Darren Aronofsky ('Black Swan') David O. Russell ('The Fighter') Derek Cianfrance ('Blue Valentine') and Peter Weir ('The Way Back') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=49oZmT6Pif4) 2011-01-25T21:02Z 128K followers, 315.3K engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead on Craft Connection + Choosing the Right Roles Mary Elizabeth Winstead joins Backstage to discuss her new series The Hand That Rocks the Cradle how motherhood reshaped her creative process and the lessons shes learned from roles like Smashed. From collaboration and emotional truth to her best advice for young actors Winstead opens up about what it really takes to stay grounded connected and free in the work"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4EGTTqSts2o) 2025-10-24T19:58Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Blumhouse Casting Director Terri Taylor on Discovering the McGraw Sisters Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor shares how the talented McGraw sisters became part of the Blumhouse family. She reflects on their natural instincts strong character work and how Madeleine McGraws standout audition for The Black Phone led to waiting for her to join the cast after first working with her sister Violet on M3GAN. #Blumhouse #Horror #Storytime #Casting #Audition"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4Trs9HqZ2-Q) 2025-11-03T19:34Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Bugonia' Star Jesse Plemons on Redefining Auditions as a Growth Tool Jesse Plemons explains how shifting his mindset and treating auditions like a personal challenge rather than a pass-fail test changed everything. He shares how reframing the room staying relaxed and letting go after helps actors reclaim power and get better every time. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #Bugonia #Movie #Movies #EmmaStone"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4UEcdO-gEZM) 2025-12-13T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"A Conversation With Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac: A Shared Foundation Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac stars of the upcoming film "A Most Violent Year" discuss their experiences at Juilliard and working together on the film. Read more at Backstage: http://www.backstage.com Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4V73IJOxBzU) 2014-12-05T18:13Z 128K followers, 88.1K engagements
"How to Get Cast on Hulus Pretty Ugly Hilary Duff is returning to our screens in Hulus Pretty Ugly Were waiting for more details about production and casting calls so weve compiled everything we know so far. Check out our full article on Backstage. #HilaryDuff #Hulu #Act #Acting #Talent"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4fJ9ImKeO4c) 2025-10-10T14:48Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Severance Star Tramell Tillman Shares His Advice for Young Actors Take the work seriously but dont take yourself too seriously Tramell Tillman suggests to young actors. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with the Severance star everywhere you get your podcasts. #TramellTillman #Severance #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4iWXJzYU6IM) 2025-06-19T12:00Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"Inside Leighton Meesters Audition for Netflixs Nobody Wants This Season [--] Nobody Wants This marks another on-screen reunion for Leighton Meester and real-life spouse Adam Brody You can watch the Season [--] release today on Netflix. Check out the full interview with casting directors Brett Greenstein and Collin Daniel on Backstage. #Act #Acting #Netflix #NobodyWantsThis #Casting #Advice"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5IcxqngOca4) 2025-10-23T12:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Adam Scott's Advice for Aspiring Actors Adam Scott shares his advice for aspiring actors at the Apple TV+ 'Severance Experience.'"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5KmWxKvf8K4) 2025-04-11T17:18Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Interview with 'J. Edgar's' Armie Hammer Armie Hammer discusses how he found out he got a SAG nomination and advises actors to keep reading and keep studying"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5_1QCiItxD4) 2012-01-03T17:17Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson on the Most Emotional Scene in A24's 'The Smashing Machine' Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson breaks down one of the most emotionally intense scenes in "The Smashing Machine"an eight-minute sequence so draining that the cast sat in silence for nearly an hour afterward. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6PVPfCbXB8E) 2026-01-03T14:15Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"Behind the Scenes with Traitors Casting Director Deena Katz Casting director Deena Katz is revealing all her Traitors casting secrets here. Read our full feature on Backstage. #Traitors #Peacock #Advice"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A-BRAbvUllE) 2025-07-25T13:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Tramell Tillman Talks Severance Fan Theories If youre spinning over Severance fan theories dont worryTramell Tillman was too. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with Tillman everywhere you get your podcasts. #TramellTillman #Severance #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ATphEpONGto) 2025-06-18T17:52Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Let It Rip: Frankenstein Star Oscar Isaac on Taking Direction When Oscar Isaac auditioned for Juilliard he got a tough note: You came all the way from Miamiyou might as well let it rip. In this candid story Isaac reflects on ego realism and learning to surrender control. You can check out our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with the Frankenstein star anywhere you get your podcasts. #OscarIsaac #Frankenstein #GDT #GuillermoDelToro #Advice #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BsrDZhfLx8Y) 2025-11-11T16:07Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Cusi Cram Interview (Part 1) Back Stage speaks with playwright Cusi Cram about her new play 'A Lifetime Burning.' www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C85kxQ2GLks) 2009-09-14T18:50Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Noah Schnapp on Speaking Up to the Duffer Brothers in 'Stranger Things' Season [--] Noah Schnapp opens up about the moment he voiced a creative note to the Duffer brothers during "Stranger Things" Season [--]. He shares how that conversation led to a new scene why it mattered for the storys closure and what it taught him about trusting his instincts as an actor. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #DufferBrothers #Netflix actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Cj0SqntpLhI) 2026-01-02T14:00Z 129K followers, 480.1K engagements
"How Timing Landed the Perfect Five Nights at Freddys Cast Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor shares how the stars aligned when casting Five Nights at Freddys. From unexpected phone calls to last-minute realizations Taylor explains how timing and instinct led to the perfect cast including Josh Hutcherson and Matthew Lillard to bring the beloved video game to life on screen. Listen on Backstage. #Horror #Movie #FNAF #Talent #Performance"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DIsh6ZkgS7Y) 2025-10-30T14:13Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on Artistic Responsibility + 'The History Of Sound' Paul Mescal is revealing his secret to creating real and nuanced characters on this weeks episode of In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Check out our full conversation anywhere you get your podcasts where we discuss The History Of Sound the upcoming Beatles biopic and more. #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Podcast #TheHistoryOfSound"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DszfEDh22ZI) 2025-09-13T13:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Making Any Role Worth It Ethan Hawke reflects on Before Sunrise Dead Poets Society and how actors can find the good in every job even when scripts change budgets shrink or the experience isnt perfect. His advice: focus on whats positive show up like a pro and turn every line into your best work. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #EthanHawke #Advice #Acting #Actor #Tips"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E7I40_Ge044) 2025-10-17T20:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Brittany Snow on Finding Confidence to Lead The Hunting Wives Brittany Snow reflects on stepping into her lead role in Netflixs The Hunting Wives and how she prepared mentally more than physically. She shares what it took to show up with confidence take risks and fully enjoy the creative ride. Watch our full conversation with her on Backstage. #BrittanySnow #Netflix #TheHuntingWives #Act #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EPjj7jJZZLc) 2025-11-16T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Walker Scobell on Bringing 'Percy Jackson' to a New Audience 'Percy Jackson and The Olympians' star Walker Scobell talks about what it means to adapt a story he loved as a reader the challenge of letting go of the book version and why embracing change is part of an actors job. Head to Backstage for the full feature. #WalkerScobell #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #Interview #Disney actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=EmaK6dELC54) 2026-01-17T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook on How Recast of Andrew Garfield Led to Jacob Elordi's Role in 'Frankenstein' Did you know Andrew Garfield was originally set to star in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" With just four days to recast casting director Robin D. Cook explains why Jacob Elordi was the right choice to step in and embody the Creature. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #AndrewGarfield actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Eu7xX5j_4M0) 2026-01-16T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Understanding SAG Back Stage speaks with Alan Rosenberg (SAG President) Anne-Marie Johnson (SAG National Board Member) and Mark Friedlander (SAG National Director of New Media) who explain how the Screen Actors Guild works and how the union helps SAG actors. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FShBwXpLagc) 2009-02-19T22:20Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'One Battle After Another' Star Teyana Taylor on Creating Access for Creatives Teyana Taylor of "One Battle After Another" talks about refusing to wait for permission and becoming the access and resources she never had. From turning her home into a full production space to bringing up-and-coming creatives with her this is about ownership investment and doing things on your own terms. Listen to our "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fskx717dxcc) 2025-12-23T14:00Z 128K followers, 12.1K engagements
"'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Star Walker Scobell on Doing His Own Stunts "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" star Walker Scobell talks about what its really like performing stunts as Percy Jackson why certain sequences require stunt doubles and how trust and preparation factor into those decisions. Find our full feature on Backstage. #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #WalkerScobell #Stunts #StuntWork actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GZjf1ZQb61U) 2026-01-09T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Prepare For an Audition (feat. Annabelle Wallis) Starring opposite Russell Crowe on the Showtime limited series The Loudest Voice Annabelle Wallis plays Laurie Luhn one-time director of booking for Fox News. The timely hot-button series follows disgraced Fox News founder Roger Ailes rise to power through to his string of sexual misconduct allegations including Luhns claims that he sexually harassed her for nearly [--] years. A breakout role for the U.K. actor (previous credits include Peaky Blinders The Tudors and The Mummy) Wallis dropped by Backstage HQ to reveal her tips for nailing"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JLSo_GNjCdE) 2019-08-06T20:41Z 128K followers, 33.6K engagements
"How Elle Fanning Filmed Two Major Movies At The Same Time Elle Fanning reveals how she filmed Predator: Badlands and Sentimental Value at the same time. Flying from New Zealand to France overnight with zero days off. Two films. Three characters. One wild schedule powered by pure determination. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #ElleFanning #PredatorBadlands #SentimentalValue #Act #Acting #Podcast"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JrHjwZiUg68) 2025-11-20T20:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Nik Fackler Interview Writer/director Nik Fackler talks to Back Stage about his new movie 'Lovely Still.' The film stars Martin Landau Ellen Burstyn Elizabeth Banks and Adam Scott. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JrmDr1dm5e0) 2008-10-02T17:03Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"The Beast in Me Star Brittany Snow on Playing Women People Underestimate Brittany Snow shares how her The Beast in Me character Nina reflects a familiar feelingbeing underestimated. She discusses building a character who hides behind perfection while secretly fighting to survive and why playing the woman no one sees coming has always felt personal. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #BrittanySnow #TheBeastInMe #Netflix #TheHuntingWives #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=KdoUF_GUJaQ) 2025-11-13T18:50Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Agents vs. Managers: What's the Difference New York City acting coach and Backstage Expert Matt Newton breaks down the big differences between managers and agents for actors. Do you need both Find actors and agents in your area at Backstage with CallSheet: http://www.backstage.com/resources/search/agent/ Visit Matt @ MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Taking on both an agent and a manager can mean that an actor can pay as much as 25% in fees for the work an actor books. Make sure the decision to choose both makes sense for you and your situation"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LM-Zw4uPkcI) 2015-09-29T21:37Z 129K followers, 39.5K engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Playing the Long Game in Acting Happy birthday Ethan Hawke To celebrate revisit our In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode where he shares advice inspired by Richard Linklater: treat acting like a college sport focus on growth not just winning. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #EthanHawke #Act #Acting #Advice #Movies"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LYYp9bB1nKo) 2025-11-06T20:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Teyana Taylor on Portraying Postpartum Depression in 'One Battle After Another' Teyana Taylor opens up about portraying Perfidia in "One Battle After Another" and why postpartum depression is a crucialand often overlookedpart of her story. Even when audiences dont agree with her choices they empathize with her humanity. That complexity sparks conversation and that conversation matters. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast #PostPartum"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M40JD8VwHhI) 2025-12-20T19:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on the Best Audition Feedback Casting director Shayna Markowitz breaks down the real sign youre doing something right as an actor: when a casting office keeps bringing you back even if you havent booked yet. She explains why repeat auditions are proof that casting sees potential and wants to keep you in the mix. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #Casting #CastingDirector #Advice #Audition actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mewcw12pwKc) 2026-01-05T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Cristin Milioti on Wrapping The Penguin For Cristin Milioti wrapping #ThePenguin was more than just finishing a jobit was saying goodbye to Sofia a character shed gotten to know deeply. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #Batman #Podcast #Advice #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NDTsxXINhm4) 2025-08-01T12:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Jesse Plemons on the Immense Pressure Behind His 'Bugonia' Character Jesse Plemons breaks down the emotional stakes of his role in "Bugonia" describing what it meant to embody a character shouldering enormous responsibility while fighting for what matters most. Listen to all this (and more) on the latest episode of In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #Bugonia #Movie #Movies #EmmaStone"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ORda_jxiO2c) 2025-12-04T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"'Frankenstein' CD Robin D. Cook Gives You Audition Tips Casting director Robin D. Cook shares why your audition time mattershow to take ownership ask for another take and stay open to direction whether youre in the room or on Zoom. Watch the full interview with the "Frankenstein" casting director on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=P5zZp-LHurs) 2026-01-25T14:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Watching Their Growth On Screen Over Time "Were heading back to Hawkins Stranger Things Season [--] has landed and the stakes are higher than ever. We caught up with Gaten Matarazzo Noah Schnapp Finn Wolfhard Caleb McLaughlin and Millie Bobby Brown about evolving as actors and people and how the shows depiction of misfits and growth resonates with audiences. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #Netflix #Advice #Series #Finale""
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PT3FJ5Dv9GA) 2025-11-27T01:03Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Aldis Hodge on 'One Night in Miami' & Audition Advice - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast If youre a performer who has recorded a self-taped audition over [---] times Aldis Hodge is your craft and career guru. An actor and entrepreneur since childhood Aldis has risen through the ranks of Hollywood and made thoughtful intentional choices on- and off-screen (including resisting Black stereotypes). Put that hustle in he advises fellow artists. I find the true professionals to be more dedicated and more motivated now than they were when they started. Because they realize how much hard work it"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q20fQ3mAnRo) 2021-01-28T20:48Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Our Top [--] Films It's @LetterboxdHQ Friday Our Four Favorites turning into our. [--] favorites. What have you watched recently"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QKvSn82sbGc) 2025-04-04T14:14Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Amanda Seyfried on Auditions Anxiety and Auditioning [--] Times for Wicked In this weeks In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode Amanda Seyfried talks the auditioning process anxiety and auditioning six times for Wicked. Listen to the full convo anywhere you get your podcasts. #AmandaSeyfried #Wicked #Emmys #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ShhL7JO__qo) 2025-06-24T21:42Z 128K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Oscar Winner Brendan Fraser on Staying Committed When Youre Just Starting Out Brendan Fraser reflects on one of his earliest jobsstanding on the side of a Seattle road in costume to promote a storage facilityand how committing fully to every opportunity shaped his resilience early in his career. Watch our full interview with the Oscar-winning actor on Backstage. #BrendanFraser #Act #Acting #RentalFamily #Movie #Release"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SjNr1WswEBY) 2025-12-06T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Owen Cooper on His Brutal Brilliant Adolescence Debut Youll never guess what Adolescence star Owen Cooper watched to inspire his first day on set 👀 Read our full Backstage feature on how Cooper crafted his brutal brilliant debut performance. #Netflix #OwenCooper #Act #Acting #Actor"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SutD_3OQkuc) 2025-08-21T19:14Z 129K followers, 17.8K engagements
"Elle Fanning on the Sentimental Value Monologue That Broke Her Every Time Elle Fanning breaks down the emotional layers behind her Sentimental Value monologue including the moment she realized her character Rachel wasnt just miscastshe was searching for belonging. Watch our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast interview on Backstage. #ElleFanning #SentimentalValue #Movie #Movies #Podcast"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TIp5OZgTzNs) 2025-11-22T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wicked' Star Cynthia Erivo on the Vulnerability of Singing Happy birthday Cynthia Erivo We love her insight about singing together being an agreement between artists. Revisit our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage where Erivo talks about chemistry with Jonathan Bailey the "Wicked" films and much more. #Wicked #WickedForGood #CynthiaErivo #ArianaGrande #JonathanBailey #Birthday actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TVgmTW-jJpg) 2026-01-08T17:41Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson on The Personal Elements of a Story "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" filmmaker Rian Johnson explains why big ideas work best when theyre personaland why feeling unsure is a good sign. He breaks down making a film around faith risk and an impossible crime story that pushed him creatively. You can watch our full exclusive interview on Backstage. #RianJohnson #Netflix #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UGK7iyCPbn4) 2025-12-26T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Corinne Foxx on Being a First-Time Netflix Producer on Dad Stop Embarrassing Me Corinne Foxxstar of #Safety on #Disney+ and now a first-time producer behind Netflixs No. [--] comedy #DadStopEmbarrassingMe joined us for an exclusive Backstage Live interview to talk shop on producing her first series working with her Oscar-winning dad Jamie Foxx advice to others to get their start and more. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UkNJvz8f93k) 2021-04-27T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Dylan OBrien on Surprising Critics With His 'Twinless' Performance Growing beyond labels from his early career is something that Dylan OBrien is still navigating even as he promotes his new film Twinless. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #DylanOBrien #Podcast #Act #Acting #Talent #Advice"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UvS8Q6mktu4) 2025-11-27T17:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Bob the Drag Queens Secret to Finding Confidence - In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast Actor producer podcaster comedian and activist Caldwell Tidicue is best known as his drag persona Bob the Drag Queen winner of reality competition #RuPaulsDragRace Season [--]. The heightened gender expression of drag which encompasses many different skills and performance styles has proved Bobs gateway into the entertainment industry. No one is going to cheer for you harder than you have to cheer for yourself he tells fellow artists. Born in Georgia and trained as a theater artist Bob set off to pursue"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VfLWLfejDrE) 2020-10-29T14:55Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook on Guillermo del Toro's Trust in Mia Goth Casting director Robin D. Cook explains why Guillermo del Toro trusted Mia Goth to play two emotionally distinct characters in "Frankenstein"and why it was never a risk. Find the full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac #MiaGoth actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WWbrtyX4DqE) 2026-01-20T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Rental Family Star Brendan Fraser on the Essentials Every Actor Should Know Brendan Fraser shares straightforward advice for actors: connect with people show up on time know your lines and be someone others want to work with. He reminds all of us that craft and kindness matter as much as talent. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #BrendanFraser #Act #Acting #RentalFamily #Movie #Release"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WgZvqyp_P5g) 2025-11-23T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on Finding Real Comics for Is This Thing On' To cast Will Arnetts circle of comics in "Is This Thing On" casting director Shayna Markowitz and her team scouted real comedy clubs watched hours of standup and auditioned more than [---] comics. She breaks down how they found performers who could act improvise and deliver authentic standup. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #IsThisThingOn #Comedy #Comedian #Standup"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WnmsTAoUSUE) 2025-12-19T14:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"6 Acting Myths Were Not Falling For Acting looks easy until you try it. Here are six acting myths were not falling for. What would you add to this list #Act #Acting #Talent #Perform #Myths"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XF3S9fWuDwo) 2025-11-19T19:51Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"An Ethan Coen Film Starring Aubrey Plaza is Casting Now This could be your chance to appear in a feature film with Aubrey Plaza Apply here: https://bit.ly/3TcQ1Jw"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XqXWZMfsOuQ) 2024-03-22T15:16Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"In the Envelope: An Awards Podast - Debra Messing A reigning member of TV royalty Debra Messing is a leading comedy actress Primetime Emmy Award winner for NBCs Will and Grace. Her performance as Grace Adler from [----] to [----] and now in its revival since [----] has also earned her Golden Globe SAG and other nominations aplenty. Known also for Ned and Stacey The Starter Wife Smash The Mysteries of Laura and her work in feature films and on New York stages Debra has valuable advice for actors looking to advocate for themselvesas she has done from the very beginning of her fabulous career."
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YBeevJlHQ4U) 2019-06-18T15:57Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Angelina Jolie on the Importance of Artistic Community Your artistic community is important for growth. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode with Angelina Jolie here: https://spoti.fi/4gTARBq"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YVKvYA5X9jQ) 2025-02-21T18:04Z 124K followers, [---] engagements
"'Palm Royale' Stars Laura Dern + Kristen Wiig on Navigating Noise Branding and Authenticity Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig offer candid advice for young actors trying to stay grounded in a world of comparison branding pressure and social media noise. They encourage artists to embrace vulnerability individuality and the quirks that make them unique. Watch our full conversation with the "Palm Royale" stars on Backstage. #LauraDern #KristenWiig #PalmRoyale #AppleTV #Interview actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YucUGha_gs0) 2026-01-14T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Dylan O'Brien Signed Onto 'Teen Wolf' On this In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast episode Dylan OBrien breaks down the real grind of getting started in Hollywood and why he had to take "Teen Wolf" when the opportunity presented itself. Listen to our full interview anywhere you get your podcasts. #DylanOBrien #TeenWolf #Act #Acting #Advice #Hollywood"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Yv1I8dxXa_s) 2025-12-01T19:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Madelyn Cline Reveals Whats Next After Outer Banks What comes after Outer Banks for Madelyn Cline She reveals all in this weeks episode of In the Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts 🎧 #OBX #OuterBanks #Netflix #Podcast #MadelynCline"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YvtgY_X3HsE) 2025-08-28T15:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Top-Rated Auditions on Backstage that You Can Apply to Right Now 🫶 Weve curated top-rated casting calls on Backstage for you Audition today and let your dreams take flight here: https://bit.ly/3NFURek"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Z7FhLwyXyE4) 2023-07-07T15:38Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Filmmaker Rian Johnson on Casting Andrew Scott in 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson explains why Andrew Scott was the unexpected yet perfect choice for "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery"not because he fit the role but because he didnt. Sometimes the most exciting casting is when an actor surprises everyone by doing something completely different. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #AndrewScott #RianJohnson #Netflix #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZGWc9uNSrbg) 2025-12-15T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"How 'Stranger Things' Changed Noah Schnapps Life + His Advice for Young Actors Noah Schnapp encourages young actors to trust their own timeline stop comparing themselves to others and embrace rejection as redirection. He reminds performers that success can come unexpectedlylike booking "Stranger Things"so staying passionate and persistent matters most. Watch our full Backstage With interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings5 #Vol2"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZpeQTeO8YpE) 2025-12-18T14:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead on The Hand That Rocks the Cradle + Why She Avoided the Original When Mary Elizabeth Winstead signed on for The Hand That Rocks the Cradle she didnt rewatch the iconic 90s thrilleron purpose. Check out our full conversation on Backstage. #Advice #Talent #Movie #Movies #Original"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZyKiFVzeI6A) 2025-10-24T19:22Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Kate Hudson Kate Hudson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her Golden Globe and Actor Award-nominated performance across from Hugh Jackman in "Song Sung Blue." Hudson also digs into how her acting process has changed over the years the technique she "stole" from Kurt Russell the key to performing in romantic comedies and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators."
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_FQVEgE9wJI) 2026-01-15T16:59Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Their Favorite Movie + TV Show Endings of All Time The cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] shares their favorite movie and TV endingsfrom "Once" and "Uncut Gems" to "Harry Potter"and jokes about controversial choices while discussing what makes a strong emotional finale. Watch our full interviews with the cast on Backstage. #StrangerThings #Season5 #HarryPotter #UncutGems #Compilation"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bkn_InrL46w) 2025-12-25T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Jesse Plemons on the Creative Freedom From 'Friday Night Lights' That Transformed His Career Jesse Plemons reflects on how "Friday Night Lights" reshaped his creative life by giving actors unprecedented freedom and responsibility on set fostering risk-taking joy and play in the work. A powerful reminder to chase curiosity instead of perfection. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #FNL #FridayNightLights #Movie #Movies"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bwmvD6Qof1g) 2025-12-07T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Angelina Jolie Angelina Jolie joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her intense preparation to play opera singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larran's "Maria." She also dives deep into her approach to performing her feelings toward fame and her advice to anyone looking to explore their creative side. Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cojb6y7YzI8) 2025-02-13T16:12Z 124K followers, [----] engagements
"8 Self-Tape Tips to Nail Your Next Audition We want your self tapes to look amazing Check out these tips for nailing your next audition 🎬"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=d1gay04VIQw) 2024-03-01T15:54Z 128K followers, 21.8K engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Saying Goodbye After a Decade The cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] reflects on the emotional experience of wrapping "Stranger Things" describing the bittersweet final days on set processing the sadness together and realizing that ending something meaningful can feel like griefbut also like one of the best moments of their lives. You can watch our full interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #ST5 #StrangerThings5 #Netflix #Series actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eKq5cXvE9Uw) 2025-12-31T14:01Z 129K followers, 10.8K engagements
"Oscar Isaac Oscar Isaac joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to go in-depth on Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" working with Jacob Elordi and creating a brand new take on Mary Shelley's mad scientist. Isaac also discusses his life as a young artist fresh out of Julliard how he's evolved since and the lessonsboth personal and professionalthat all aspiring performers should take from his career. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=esIKFEt_aEo) 2025-10-23T15:12Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'Sons of Anarchy': Charlie Hunnam and Katey Sagal Interview Charlie Hunnam and Katey Sagal two of the stars of the FX series 'Sons of Anarchy' talk with Back Stage correspondent Alan Frutkin about their rough biker characters and the show's new season. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eyr_akIxVmA) 2009-09-17T21:53Z 128K followers, 2M engagements
"How to Audition Internationally We live in an era where your acting career doesnt have to only happen in your home cityor even countryanymore We offer many worldwide gigs at Backstage so check out our tips on auditioning internationally here: https://bit.ly/3LMxQGd"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fRx20Ii87DU) 2024-08-02T14:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Cristin Milioti Cristin Milioti joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back on her entire career from block box theater in New York City to Batman villain Sofia Falcone on "The Penguin." Milioti also digs into standout roles like "Once" "How I Met Your Mother" and "Palm Springs." . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the Envelope airs"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=gebyBbi56BM) 2025-07-31T15:42Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Elijah Wood and Jason Gann on 'Wilfred' Actors Elijah Wood and Jason Gann talk about their roles in the new FX series 'Wilfred.' Wood stars as Ryan and Gann (who is also co-creator of the show and starred in the original Australian version) plays the talking dog Wilfred. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ginVsgz-NDw) 2011-03-02T18:38Z 128K followers, 475.3K engagements
"Task Star Tom Pelphrey on The Hard Truth About Acting HBOs Task is officially coming to an end and star Tom Pelphrey has this parting acting advice. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #HBO #Act #Acting #Advice #Tips"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iNSuCH2TvVk) 2025-10-19T13:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Survivor' Casting Tips: Casting Director Jesse Tannenbaum on How to Get Noticed Casting director Jesse Tannenbaum reveals his best tips for getting cast on "Survivor": Keep it authentic dont script your video and let your real personality shine through. Whether youre filming in your kitchen car or backyard the key is showing who you really are. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #Survivor #CBS #Advice #Tips #Casting #Audition"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ib4J_MRMDX0) 2025-12-10T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"How M3GAN Was Brought to Life from Blumhouse Casting Director Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor breaks down the complex casting process behind M3GANfrom the year-long search to find dancer and performer Amy Donald to discovering YouTuber Jenna Davis who ultimately became the chilling voice of M3GAN. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #Horror #Movie #Movies #Acting #Casting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=inpqMcpQu_s) 2025-10-31T16:30Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Our Top Tips for Filming Your Casting Audition Video Filming casting audition videos (AKA self-tapes) are a key part of the modern acting industry. Heres how you can make your audition video soar. #acting #tips #tipsandtricks #casting #audition #video"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jayidFXHwbg) 2025-05-28T15:46Z 128K followers, 10.9K engagements
"Michael Keaton on How to Persevere in Hollywood: Desperation Will Kill You Before Michael Keaton became the chameleonic screen star he is today he intuited that the life of a performer is full of uncertainty. So taking risks as first a stand-up comedian and then an actor became a key part of his artistic mission. I told myself youre never gonna know if you can do this until you just try to do it he remembers. I certainly had many moments of going: Oh boy. This is a nervous time. Im not feeling too secure right now. But desperation will kill you. In his podcast interview Michael reveals the"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jwqLSBAw4yw) 2021-12-30T16:26Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Laura Dern on the Real-Life Bond With Kristen Wiig Beyond 'Palm Royale' Laura Dern reflects on how her bond with Kristen Wiig evolved beyond the script becoming a genuine source of trust safety and supportmirroring the deep connection between their "Palm Royale" characters for Season [--]. You can watch our full interview exclusively on Backstage. #PalmRoyale #KristenWiig #LauraDern #Friendship #Act #Acting #Hollywood"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lUq531lZEv4) 2025-12-03T18:34Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Star Rose Byrne On The Technical Side of Acting Rose Byrne breaks down the technical discipline behind screen performance. From hitting eye lines to staying hyper-aware of every detail. She shares how experience repetition and years on set sharpened her craft comparing the process to musicians putting in thousands of hours. Check out our full conversation on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=luXst3DR6Mg) 2025-12-08T20:20Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook Reveals Guillermo Del Toro's Top Casting Secret Casting director Robin D. Cook explains how Guillermo del Toro relies on instinct trust and experience when castingmeeting actors like Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac and knowing immediately when they embody the role. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mMbFPlDBJ5I) 2026-01-23T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"The Power of Listening According to 'The Smashing Machine' Star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson explains why listening is one of the most important skills an actor can develop. From performing in front of [-----] wrestling fans to working on set learning how to hear the audience sharpened his instincts timing and banter. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mmKkINpuEY8) 2026-01-10T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Gigs to Kick-Start Your Acting Career in [----] Lets kickstart your acting career in [----] Check out our roundup of great jobs to begin your new year here: https://bit.ly/3Gt8GJw"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mmqp_B_BIfo) 2023-01-11T18:23Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Brendan Fraser on Rental Family Early Career Lessons and Advice for Actors Backstage Editor Jacqueline Tynes sits down with Brendan Fraser to discuss his upcoming film Rental Family exploring its real-world origins the impact of loneliness and the search for authentic human connection. Fraser shares honest reflections on taking survival jobs early in his career learning Japanese for the role and the professional values he believes every actor should carry to set. He also talks about the growing pressures actors face today the importance of showing up prepared and how committing fully to each"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nR3O9F3RaoY) 2025-11-19T16:02Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Madelyn Cline Madelyn Cline joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the experience of filming the fifth and final season of Netflix's "Outer Banks." Cline also gets candid about her road to success and how she plans to navigate this new era of her career. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ncJndfRTQHY) 2025-08-28T15:08Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Elisabeth Moss The Emmy Awardwinning actor reflects on the final season of The Handmaids Tale and how sitting in the directors chair gave her a whole new respect for acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=os7WqWff2r0) 2025-06-14T12:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Portray an Alter Ego in Acting From Peter Parkers Spider-Man to Hannah Montanas pop-star disguise many iconic characters lead double livesand one day you might play a role like that too. Check out more of our top tips to portraying an alter ego on Backstage. #Act #Acting #Tips #Advice #SpiderMan #AlterEgo"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pKrjnfeiYd4) 2025-08-08T15:32Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Kate Mara Talks A Teacher Her Acting Process + Challenging Viewers With Her Work You can never go wrong with Kate Mara. The Emmy nominee has been lighting up our screens for years and next up is FXs sex scandal drama #ATeacher. It just might be her best screen performance to date. Dont miss her talk about it all in this on-camera interview with managing editor Benjamin Lindsay. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Kate: Twitter: https://twitter.com/katemara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katemara Connect"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pP3TzdP6k_w) 2020-11-17T15:51Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Avy Kaufman Shares How Casting is Like Performing Click the link below to watch the full Avy Kaufman interview: https://youtu.be/uRi__fLCuUc See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram: http://instagram.com/backstagecast"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pTm0LwD0PYM) 2020-11-05T18:24Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Sebastian Stans Advice to His Younger Self Happy birthday Sebastian Stan We love this advice to his younger self from an archival In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode. Listen to the full episode on Backstage (or anywhere you get your podcasts). #Acting #SebastianStan #Advice #Tips"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pfk4pRy8Lgs) 2025-08-13T14:44Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"FREE Comedy Monologues on Backstage Calling all actors If you need a comedy monologue then you wont want to miss our free database Check it out here: https://bit.ly/46LUZCf"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qwQfXR5P_kw) 2024-08-16T13:37Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Delroy Lindo Breaks Down the Life of a Journeyman Actor - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast Throughout a stage and screen career spanning decades Delroy Lindo has intentionally set out to play the widest possible variety of characters. I want to be able to encompass different human beings explains the actor detailing the ebbs and flows of his career on this week's episode of In the Envelope. Delroys advice is balanced between optimistic encouragement and no-nonsense realism. It is inevitable that a life in the arts will bring dry spells he says but dont be dissuaded by the trauma of being"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rkiGM_iMwXA) 2021-02-25T20:38Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Laura Dern + Kristen Wiig on Carol Burnett's Impact On 'Palm Royale' Set Kristen Wiig and Laura Dern reflect on working alongside the legendary Carol Burnett on "Palm Royale" sharing how her professionalism warmth and humility shaped the atmosphere on set. You can watch this full interview exclusively on Backstage. #KristenWiig #LauraDern #CarolBurnett #PalmRoyale #Comedy"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ru-0aO_MhwM) 2025-12-17T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Star Rose Byrne on Why You Cant Predict Film Magic Rose Byrne reveals why scenes that felt amazing on set can fall flat later and the moments she least expected end up shining. She talks trusting the camera the editor and learning to let go of perfect takes and how that helped on the set of "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." Watch our exclusive interview on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s1-orQ0l-ys) 2025-12-14T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Severance Star Zach Cherry on Differentiating Between His Characters Zach Cherry who plays Dylan on Severance describes his process of differentiating between innie and outie on Season [--] of the hit Apple TV show. #Severance #AppleTV #Acting #Act #Actor"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s_7GreqbTd8) 2025-08-14T18:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"A-Listers' Acting Origin Stories On this episode of Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast we look back on a few of the best stories we got from A-list actors about how they first fell in love with the craft. Featuring in-depth anecdotes from: Barry Keoghan Austin Butler Colman Domingo Brendan Fraser Sebastian Stan Stephanie Hsu Robin Thede . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sdiGiWJxVuE) 2025-09-25T15:07Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Whyand HowActors Should Create Their Own Work Phoebe Waller-Bridge is quickly becoming a brand name in Hollywood. Her Amazon Prime breakout hit Fleabag was recognized for its anticipated second season with [--] Emmy nominations and BBC Americas Killing Eve which she created based on Luke Jennings Codename Villanelle mystery series was recognized with nine. Thats not to mention a recent acting stint in Solo: A Star Wars Story and her being tapped to pen the 25th James Bond feature due next year. Sitting with Backstage senior editor Benjamin Lindsay at the SAG-AFTRA"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sxLdCZRqqRY) 2019-08-14T17:00Z 129K followers, 89.3K engagements
"Teyana Taylor on Accessing Real Emotion in 'One Battle After Another' Teyana Taylor opens up about one of the most emotional moments in "One Battle After Another"a one-take letter scene recorded without cameras filled with real grief real love and raw humanity. When the emotion is real the performance hits different. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=t-pbJyplfDo) 2025-12-18T16:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"How Shayna Markowitz Cast Is This Thing On Casting director Shayna Markowitz joins us for In the Room With to discuss building the comedic world of Is This Thing On with Bradley Cooper Will Arnett and Laura Dern. She explains how she discovered real stand-up comics for the film what separates strong auditions from forgettable ones and why actors shouldnt stress over credits when starting out. Plus her memories of casting Jennifer Lawrence and her thoughts on The Devil Wears Prada sequel"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tY527cSxQ6A) 2025-12-15T21:18Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Adam Scott on Innies vs. Outies From the Apple TV+ 'Severance Experience' red carpet: Adam Scott shares the differences in portraying Mark Scout's innie in contrast with his outie"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tYyTEd4ovC0) 2025-04-07T19:07Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Brittany Snow on 'The Hunting Wives' Intimacy Coordinators and Staying Grounded in Hollywood Backstage editor Jacqueline Tynes sits down with Brittany Snow to talk about her hit series "The Hunting Wives" her upcoming drama "The Beast in Me" and her journey toward self-assurance both on and off set. Snow opens up about: How "The Hunting Wives" became a breakout success and what fans can expect from Season [--] Portraying Nina in The Beast in Me a character built on secrets survival and being underestimated Why intimacy coordinators are essential and how they empower actors on set Finding"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tfyc-kNGcVg) 2025-11-11T05:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Rose Byrne on How Breathwork + Body Awareness Helped On 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Set Rose Byrne explains why she tapes her mouth at night the power of nasal breathing and how breathwork shaped her performance in "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." She breaks down using breath to access healing presence and emotional release on set in our exclusive conversation. Watch the full interview only on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uBC1Ib6abjc) 2025-12-21T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Ruth Carney on Accent Bias in Drama School Director Ruth Carney recalls being told Shakespeare could only be performed in RP. She shares how moments like this made her question where she fit in the industry and why working-class voices and regional accents deserve to be heard. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #RuthCarney #Bias #Act #Acting #Director"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vEHK4L9dRto) 2025-10-21T14:44Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Millie Bobby Brown on Her First Kiss and Wrapping 'Stranger Things' Season [--] Millie Bobby Brown reflects on wrapping "Stranger Things" Season 1the night of her first on-screen kiss. She opens up about the nerves the uncertainty of whether shed return as Eleven and how grateful she feels to still be part of the shows journey years later. Watch our full interviews with the cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] on Backstage. #MillieBobbyBrown #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings #ST5 #StrangerThings5 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vvfCk8ez2eU) 2025-12-27T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Inside Cristin Miliotis Audition Process Audition rooms were Cristin Miliotis school. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with #ThePenguin star anywhere you get your podcasts. #Batman #Podcast #Advice #Acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=w9yLPSNEET4) 2025-08-02T12:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Jesse Tannenbaum on Mike Whites Survivor Comeback Casting director Jesse Tannenbaum explains how Mike Whites return shaped #Survivors milestone Season [--] and why the cast felt so special. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #CBS #Talent #Casting #Director"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wLkPsQvaoUk) 2025-11-05T14:58Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"In the Room With: Robin D. Cook on Casting Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Casting director Robin D. Cook discusses the casting of Guillermo del Toros [----] film Frankenstein. Cook reveals how Jacob Elordi stepped into the role of the Creature at the last minute what del Toro looks for in an actors eyes and how vulnerability shaped the films most iconic performances. She also shares practical audition advice for actors and explains how international casting helped bring the world of Frankenstein to life. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage guillermo del toro jacob elordi"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wTaoSWM4e9k) 2026-01-15T19:48Z 129K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Becoming Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Oscar Isaac opens up about transforming into Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toros upcoming film Frankenstein a story of creation defiance and the blurred line between man and monster. In this exclusive interview Isaac reflects on: Working closely with Guillermo del Toro to shape Victor as both scientist and artist The emotional and spiritual roots of the character pain rebellion and the defiance of death How the Creatures humanity mirrors Victors descent into monstrosity Studying real amputee movement to"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xMf0lA9ESQI) 2025-10-29T15:21Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson on Josh OConnors Screen Power "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" is officially on Netflix Filmmaker Rian Johnson breaks down why Josh OConnor was the guyfrom undeniable screen presence to leading-man spirit. A performance with heart range and that rare you cant look away factor. Watch the full interview exclusively on Backstage. #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan #JoshOConnor #RianJohnson #Netflix"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ypPYE1cX6ng) 2025-12-12T14:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne Johnson Dwayne Johnson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dig deep into his transformative role in Benny Safdie's "The Smashing Machine." Johnson also gets candid about what it's like to work as a top star in Hollywood his earliest days in a wrestling ring why he wanted to make a pivot to more personal work and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yxbQpnpDAHU) 2026-01-01T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Finn Wolfhard Gaten Matarazzo + Caleb McLaughlin on Ending Stranger Things Backstages Vinnie Mancuso sits down with Finn Wolfhard Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb McLaughlin to reflect on closing out Stranger Things after nearly a decade togetherfrom the emotional day after wrap to watching themselves grow up onscreen. The actors share their favorite film endings discuss what its like rewatching their own early performances and talk openly about the anxiety and beauty of saying goodbye. For young performers they offer grounded advice about keeping acting fun building passion before"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0vNUw9HgZ8Y) 2025-11-27T01:06Z 130K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Top Audition Monologues for Actors Screenshot this list for your next audition 🤩"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=50c1J5984jk) 2024-03-08T16:01Z 130K followers, 180.8K engagements
"Michael B. Jordan Michael B. Jordan joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his Oscar-nominated performance as Smoke and Stack in Ryan Coogler's "Sinners." Jordan also dives deep into his first ever conversation with Coogler his acting process his favorite theater experiences getting emotional about anime and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6lWwFx4-SjQ) 2026-01-29T16:41Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Is Backstage Worth the Money So is Backstage worth the money We think so 😉 Heres why. Check out more here: https://bit.ly/3VSnpar"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7WpYXSCrshQ) 2024-03-28T15:32Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What are Casting Directors Looking for in Headshots A good headshot is when theres a photo and it looks like you casting director Benton Whitley (Stewart/Whitley Casting) says at the top of this video about everyones favorite topic. But theres so much more to creating a photo that both looks like you and gets you called in than just representing yourself clearly on an [--] x 10and stop thinking that your headshot should be the same as the photo you use on Tinder. *Breakdown* 0:09 - The photo needs look like you 0:27 - Glamour photos do not make good headshots 1:15 - Why casting directors hate"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8ECqVMvfFHQ) 2016-09-13T22:22Z 130K followers, 122.2K engagements
"Feature Film Casting Now (+ Paying Up to $10k) This feature film is paying up to $10k and casting its starring roles Don't miss your chance 🎥 Expires March [--]. Seize this opportunity and apply now on Backstage. #CastingCall #Casting #Audition #Talent #AuditionAdvice actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9CTvGvl9ozA) 2026-02-13T14:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Auditions and Casting Calls for Teens Actors of all ages can find gigs on Backstage Find our auditions and casting calls for teenagers here: https://bit.ly/3OtzXAZ"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CpFKObz-GGs) 2024-05-24T14:45Z 130K followers, 130.9K engagements
"5 Things You Never Want to Say in an Audition Lets explore some things you dont want to say in an audition no matter what impulse arises You can check out more acting audition tips right here: https://bit.ly/3iLSHhx IB: amandaacting on TikTok Act Acting Actor Audition Casting Act Acting Actor Audition Casting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DiBNRC9sOgw) 2022-12-14T21:02Z 130K followers, 685.7K engagements
"Paul Mescal on Andrew Scotts Influence + Chemistry with Josh OConnor in 'The History Of Sound' Paul Mescal reflects on the themes that drive his work love vulnerability and the challenge of self-acceptance. Mescal also opens up about his friendship and on-screen chemistry with Josh OConnor in "The History Of Sound" and why chemistry is sometimes just luck of the draw. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast interview anywhere you get your podcasts. #PaulMescal #Movie #Movies #Acting #Actor actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage paul mescal the history of sound"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=F9nk5H9Qad8) 2025-09-14T13:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Shohreh Aghdashloo: 'The Stoning of Soraya M.' Interview Academy Award-nominated actress Shohreh Aghdashloo explains her role in the new film 'The Stoning of Soraya M' and also talks about working as a Middle Eastern actress in Hollywood films. www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting film movie stoning of soraya interview performing arts Shohreh Aghdashloo actor actress audition director jenelle riley zahra James Caviezel theater hollywood dreamworks oscar academy award nomination house sand and fog iran back stage backstage casting film movie stoning of soraya interview performing"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=H7DaZvSgcgk) 2009-07-10T16:02Z 130K followers, 196K engagements
"Backstage With Millie Bobby Brown + Noah Schnapp on Ending Stranger Things and Growing Up Onscreen Backstages Vinnie Mancuso sits down with Millie Bobby Brown and Noah Schnapp to talk about the end of Stranger Things and what it means to grow up on one of the biggest shows in the world. They compare their favorite movie and TV endingsfrom Harry Potter to About Timeto closing out their time in Hawkins and share how they helped shape their characters final moments. Millie and Noah also discuss watching each others performances the scenes that still make them emotional and the unexpected"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MXGtrKF-Izg) 2025-11-27T01:06Z 130K followers, 79.2K engagements
"Acting Scams: What are the Red Flags From hidden fees to promising fame and fortune the show business world is an easy place to get duped. But have no fear In this video Backstage Expert and New York acting coach Denise Simon shares what red flags actors and parents of young performers should watch out for. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Denise Simon Acting & Coaching: http://denisesimoncoaching.com/ Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Denise on Facebook:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mb57GV7zvbc) 2015-11-17T21:59Z 130K followers, 65.8K engagements
"Ariana Grande Ariana Grande joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back at the intense process she developed to play Glinda in "Wicked" and "Wicked: For Good" as well as what is next for her career. Grande also dives into studying Stella Adler technique working with Robert De Niro on "Focker In-Law" her love for the horror genre advice for all aspiring performers on overcoming self-doubt and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T0IuRA9a7sw) 2026-02-12T16:13Z 130K followers, 13.9K engagements
"BackStage.com - Casting You Can Trust In this short video Assistant Casting Editor Sri Gordon walks us through some of the cool casting tools editorial sections and resume options now available on BackStage.com. Founded in [----] Back Stage is a trusted resource that has been helping actors models performers directors producers agents and casting directors for over [--] years. Check out Back Stage's website for casting notices and entertainment industry jobs news and reviews auditions industry updates and more. Supercharge your acting career with the new BackStage.com back stage backstage casting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UL1zfFhGhfA) 2009-06-08T16:50Z 130K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Backstage With Rose Byrne: If I Had Legs Id Kick You + The Truth About Acting Up Close Rose Byrne joins Backstages Vinnie Mancuso to dive into her role in If I Had Legs Id Kick You. She shares how breathwork influences her acting why she sees acting as escapism rather than therapy and the challenges of performing in extreme close-ups. Tune in for an honest look at her craft and the lessons shes learned along the way. actor actress backstage back stage Rose Byrne Backstage With If I Had Legs Id Kick You actor interview acting technique breathwork for actors acting preparation Mary Bronstein"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=X7RrTd7RkWg) 2025-12-11T10:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"THR Actors Roundtable (Full Hour) Actors Jesse Eisenberg ('The Social Network') James Franco ('127 Hours') Mark Ruffalo ('The Kids Are All Right') Colin Firth ('The King's Speech') Ryan Gosling ('Blue Valentine') and Robert Duvall ('Get Low') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting acting actors roundtable interview thr hollywood reporter stephen galloway editor robert duvall get low ryan gosling blue valentine james franco [---] hours howl jesse eisenberg social network colin firth king's speech mark ruffalo"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_59dVv5aQlw) 2011-01-25T16:08Z 130K followers, 779.1K engagements
"Dylan O'Brien Dylan O'Brien joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his remarkable dual performance in James Sweeney's dark comedy "Twinless." O'Brien also gets candid about the realities of Hollywood the highs and lows of his career why he'll never talk bad about "Teen Wolf" why you should be excited about Sam Raimi's new survival horror film "Send Help" and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ei-z8sbzVG0) 2025-11-27T16:15Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Teenage-Focused Casting Calls Right Now on Backstage Get access to almost [----] jobs seeking teenage actors right here: https://bit.ly/4cL1TZQ"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jVpbrSRfZso) 2024-08-30T14:38Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Why 'THE IMITATION GAME' Has the Perfect Cast Now Playing: In "The Imitation Game" Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Alan Turing the genius British mathematician logician cryptologist and computer scientist who led the charge to crack the German Enigma Code that helped the Allies win WWII. See also: "9 Questions With Matthew Goode" - http://www.backstage.com/interview/9-questions-matthew-goode/ Interview with the casting director of "Imitation Game" - http://www.backstage.com/interview/recreating-code-breakers-wwii-england-imitation-game/ "Benedict Cumberbatch Praises the Cast of 'Imitation"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mlhSeeXR5Fg) 2015-01-20T22:11Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Elle Fanning Elle Fanning joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the intense experience of juggling two massively different [----] projects: "Predator: Badlands" and "Sentimental Value." Fanning also gets candid about the entire arc of her career navigating child stardom choosing roles and much much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pKUn0oGTBjI) 2025-11-20T16:14Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Emmy-Winning CD Avy Kaufman On What to Expect in Her Audition Room Avy Kaufman's TV and film rsum is long and includes titles like #ABeautifulDayintheNeighborhood "Waves" "High Fidelity" and "Succession." She won an Emmy award for her work on "Damages." Avy will be talking about what she expects in her audition room. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uRi__fLCuUc) 2020-07-06T01:33Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What Do Casting Directors Look For In An Actor *Breakdown* -0:09: [--] things they look for -0:25: Why professionalism is important -0:35: What you shouldn't do Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply for over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting Like Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Backstage on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/backstage Follow Backstage on Instagram: @backstagecast Learn more about Mel Mack: http://www.melmackactingstudio.com Like Mel Mack on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MelMackActingStudio Follow Mel Mack on Twitter:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=z3M2gZYVwzc) 2018-06-11T15:12Z 130K followers, 205.3K engagements
"How to Master a Transatlantic Accent (Actor Voice Tips) The Transatlantic accent isnt just old Hollywood flairits a technical tool actors still use today. In this video we break down how actors can approach learning it for auditions period roles and character work. Perfect for actors looking to expand their vocal range and sound more polished controlled and intentional on screen or stage. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voice tips and casting insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage transatlantic accent how to do a transatlantic accent transatlantic"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-fmMtSElk-M) 2026-01-30T12:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become an Audiobook Narrator (Voice Acting Tips) Audiobook narration is a fast-growing lane in voice actingbut it takes more than a good voice to book the work. Perfect for actors and voice artists interested in audiobook narration or expanding their voice acting career. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voiceover tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage audiobook narrator how to become an audiobook narrator audiobook narration tips voice acting audiobook audiobook casting advice voiceover acting tips narration voice training"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=04yUsc7zqcY) 2026-02-05T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become a Movie Director in [--] Cinematic Steps Want to become a film director Heres our full guide on how famous directors got their startand how you can too. Read our full guide exclusively on Backstage. #Film #Movie #Movies #Director #Talent #Performance #Advice actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1Rwdcu82FYY) 2025-06-27T14:46Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"THR Actress Roundtable (Full Hour) Actresses Annette Bening ('The Kids Are All Right') Natalie Portman ('Black Swan') Amy Adams ('The Fighter') Nicole Kidman ('Rabbit Hole') Helena Bonham Carter ('The King's Speech') and Hilary Swank ('Conviction') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4OePQsi3U-8) 2011-01-25T18:06Z 130K followers, 826K engagements
"How to Sing Better (Vocal Warm Ups & Performance Tips) Great singing starts before you ever sing a note. In this video we break down essential singing tips for actors and performers including how to warm up your body and voice release jaw tension breathe naturally and use your whole body to express emotion while singing. From proper mouth placement to vocal warm downs these techniques help you sing with more freedom control and emotional impact. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert voice singing and performance advice. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to sing better"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5nwkXdF2Hzw) 2026-02-12T14:45Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Our Top Tips on How to Audition for Netflix Have you been inspired to audition for Netflix with the recent release of Stranger Things Season [--] as well as a number of other hot series right now Watch this video for our tips and head to Backstage.com for even more exclusive advice from current Netflix stars and casting directors. Backstage Backstage Casting Netflix casting Netflix casting calls Netflix auditions Stranger Things Season [--] auditions Acting auditions Backstage.com Netflix casting calls [----] Backstage Backstage Casting Netflix casting Netflix casting calls Netflix auditions Stranger"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6qduyeE6i9g) 2022-07-15T15:29Z 130K followers, 52.6K engagements
"'Moneyball's' Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill Join Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill from "Moneyball" at a recent SAG Foundation panel discussion of the movie. Moderated by Jenelle Riley of Back Stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AKmeBOGuTd4) 2012-01-18T15:39Z 130K followers, 82.6K engagements
"How to Be the Best Extra on Set Being an extra is more than just standing in the background. Casting directors and assistant directors absolutely notice professionalism on set. In this video we break down how to be the best extra on set. Whether youre brand new or already booking background work these tips will help you stand out for the right reasons. 👉 Want more casting advice and on-set tips Subscribe to Backstage for expert insights from industry pros. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to be an extra best extra on set background actor tips how to be a background"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AMscONzdC7I) 2026-01-28T14:23Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Self-Tape for an Audition Self-Tape Examples + Casting Director Tips Casting director Daryl Eisenberg breaks down everything actors need to know about self-tapesthen evaluates two self-taped auditions submitted by working actors. A CD and managing partner at Eisenberg/Beans Casting Eisenbergs rsum includes work on Broadway film festival darlings hit TV series and leading podcasts. She holds a BFA from Tisch School of the Arts/New York University and Playwrights Horizons Theater School. She is also a member of Casting Society of America. In this video: 00:43 - How would you describe the"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=B9ARodwHHi8) 2020-12-09T15:26Z 130K followers, 72.6K engagements
"Tramell Tillman Talks His First Day on The Set of Severance Tramell Tillman was terrified for his first day on the set of Severance. Listen to the full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast interview everywhere you get your podcasts. #Act #Acting #Tips #TramellTillman #Severance actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=D38ZVbNIwHY) 2025-07-11T18:07Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"A Directors Top [--] Tips for Getting Cast on Backstage Check out the full advice guide here: https://bit.ly/4asJRLK"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dq6fJyw4DN8) 2024-04-19T14:50Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke Ethan Hawke joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer industry insights and performance tips that any aspiring actor will want to hear. Hawke also discusses "Blue Moon" his ninth collaboration with Richard Linklater and looks back on past projects like "Dead Poets Society" "Training Day" and the "Before" trilogy. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JXG9cGyFbrY) 2025-10-09T15:21Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Expand Your Vocal Range (Actor Voice Training Tips) Your vocal range plays a huge role in how versatile and believable you are as an actor. In this video we break down how training your voice can unlock stronger choices on stage and on screen. Ideal for actors looking to build vocal control flexibility and confidence in auditions and performances. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voice training tips and casting insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage vocal range for actors how to expand vocal range actor voice training voice exercises for"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Kyi8OsGyHus) 2026-02-01T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Emerald Fennell Talks 'Saltburn' Barry Keoghan and the State of Cinema Emerald Fennell joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her sultry sophomore feature "Saltburn" starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi. Fennell also dives into how she gets such unique performances from actors and why she has high hopes for the future of original cinema. "I think we're ready to be close to each other again" she says. "If everything before was about scale and an emotional distance when you look at all the movies this year they're very much about how we relate to each other." -- Backstage has"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MQhaHwPLo_E) 2023-11-23T17:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Oscar Nominee Michael B. Jordan on Which of His 'Sinners' Performances He'd Nominate With awards season in full swing Michael B. Jordan is revealing which of his "Sinners" performances he'd submit for a nomination. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation with the Oscar nominee anywhere you get your podcasts. #InTheEnvelope #Sinners #SinnersMovie #MichaelBJordan #Podcast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NJTVSWoNCvQ) 2026-01-29T16:30Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Get An Agent One of the most importantand difficultparts of becoming a professional actor is getting an agent. But how do unknown actors meet agents Acting coach Matt Newton explains the most professional way to contact agents and how to hopefully earn representation. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Matt at MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Find agents in your area at Backstage with CallSheet: http://www.backstage.com/resources/search/agent/ Follow Backstage on Facebook:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OLTjC0kzo-4) 2015-10-06T19:41Z 130K followers, 206.3K engagements
"10 Monologues for Teen Girls âš¡ Whether youre auditioning going to an acting class or just rehearsing in your bedroom teens always need new monologues Find the full list of monologues here: https://bit.ly/44KcEv2"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Omd_vowxMtA) 2025-05-02T17:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Behind the Scenes (Episode 8): with Henry Dittman Back Stage Film & TV Editor Jenelle Riley sits down with actor Henry Dittman to once again review upcoming movies based on their film trailers. This week's films include 'Green Zone' 'Remember Me' 'Our Family Wedding' and 'Repo Men.' www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting behind the scenes jenelle riley film tv editor interview Henry Dittman actor acting writer producer host green zone matt damon paul greengrass jason bourne irag movie trailer remember me robert pattinson pierce brosnan our family wedding america ferrara carlos mencia"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PczrT4EeH80) 2010-03-11T21:29Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Avy Kaufman on Casting 'Sentimental Value' Casting director Avy Kaufman breaks down why great casting can look effortlessand how "Sentimental Value" subverts expectations by turning an outsider into the emotional force that heals a family. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #SentimentalValue #Casting #CastingDirector #ElleFanning actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Q8ASg_Av4qk) 2026-01-30T14:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Star Walker Scobell on Balancing Work + School Balancing school downtime and nearly year-long shoots isnt something most actors talk about openly. Walker Scobell reflects on filming "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" for nine months at a time the pressure to keep working and why stepping back can be part of the process. Find our full feature on Backstage. #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #WalkerScobell #TeenActor #School actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RsYWUcut7hk) 2026-01-28T14:15Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Rian Johnson on Wake Up Dead Man and creativity Rian Johnson joins Backstage With to talk about writing Wake Up Dead Man building personal themes into blockbuster storytelling and reinventing modern mystery structure. He shares how directing Daniel Craig has evolved over three films how he casts actors who surprise him and why discomfort keeps him creatively alive. Johnson explains what happens when a script hits a wall what makes ensemble acting work and why filmmaking must always feel like a mystery. A must-watch for aspiring filmmakers writers and actors looking to sharpen"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SkUCimRh78I) 2025-12-11T10:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Jesse Plemons Jesse Plemons joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dive deep into his performance in Yorgos Lanthimos' "Bugonia" (including his reaction to his character's explosive ending) his philosophies on acting the "Hunger Games" prequel "Sunrise on the Reaping" how his Friday Night Lights experience still informs his process and much much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=W3sfTmwV-uQ) 2025-12-04T16:14Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"5 Backstage Casting Experts on 2021s Audition Trends - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast With the entertainment industry still in flux due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we at Backstage want to keep actors and storytellers informed on the latest trendsand how they can best pursue their craft in [----]. Our ""In the Envelope"" casting insider Christine McKenna-Tirella has assembled an international panel of experts from the Backstage casting team to do just that. Joined by Backstages vice president of casting Luke Crowe voiceover casting specialist Sonja Smith UK casting specialist Hannah"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WdpTbugf6WY) 2021-03-11T20:04Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Become a Child Actor (Parent & Beginner Guide) Getting started in acting as a child looks very different than starting as an adultand parents play a major role. Designed for parents and young performers who want to enter the industry safely professionally and with realistic expectations. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice audition tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to become a child actor child acting tips kids acting career acting for kids child actor advice acting auditions for kids parents guide to child acting child"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WhcBzYaSO_Q) 2026-02-07T12:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Demo Reels: What New Actors Need to Know How do you know what's worth including on a demo reel and what immediately marks you as an amateur Backstage Expert and acting coach Matt Newton understands the dilemma and breaks down what makes a strong demo reel. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Matt at MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Backstage on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/backstage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YRm0-gvy6wo) 2015-10-22T15:35Z 130K followers, 201.7K engagements
"Slow Horses: Gary Oldman and Jack Lowden on Accessing Their Characters Gary Oldman is one of the most celebrated actors of his generation portraying everyone from the British Prime Minister Winston Churchill to Bram Stokers Dracula. His co-star Jack Lowden is one to watch having delivered star turns on the BBC miniseries War & Peace and the film Mary Queen of Scots. The two lead @AppleTV's #SlowHorses series with Oldman as Jackson Lamb a cynical MI5 agent and Lowden as his underestimated subordinate River Cartwright. The pair sit down with Backstage to discuss getting into character"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZQ03zwUXy-c) 2024-06-12T16:00Z 130K followers, 36.9K engagements
"'Sinners' Star Michael B. Jordan on Letting the Work Lead Michael B. Jordan talks about balancing visibility privacy and authenticityand why he lets the work guide when to show up and when to step back. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #MichaelBJordan #Sinners #SinnersMovie #Oscars #Podcast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan ryan coogler hailee steinfeld actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan ryan coogler hailee steinfeld"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dW__zVvN2ms) 2026-02-03T14:30Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Shakespearean Words Every Actor Should Know Shakespearean language doesnt have to feel intimidatingonce you understand the words the text opens up. Perfect for actors working on classical texts auditions or training. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice audition tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage shakespearean words shakespeare language explained shakespeare acting tips classical acting terms shakespeare vocabulary acting shakespeare understanding shakespeare classical text acting actor training tips backstage acting advice actor"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=f0FAzRPJSsA) 2026-02-07T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"On Set with Ariana Grande: What Makes Her Say 'Yes' to a Project Ariana Grande got real on set with Backstage about loving Kate Winslet chasing inspiring impulses and choosing work that challenges her. If you're excited to hear more tune into "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" THIS Thursday at [--] a.m. ET anywhere you get your podcasts. #ArianaGrande #Podcast #Arianator #Wicked #WickedForGood actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo wicked for good actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo wicked for good"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=izMpPQ0ylFU) 2026-02-10T15:01Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Get Cast in an A24 Movie Want to land a role in an A24 film Dive into Backstages latest guide Were covering everything including insider audition strategies and tips from stars like Florence Pugh and Steven Yeun. Check out our full guide exclusively on Backstage. #A24 #Movie #HowTo #Advice #Acting actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kFKzkQrKh_E) 2025-07-21T19:06Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"When Michael B. Jordan Realized Acting Was His Future Happy birthday Michael B. Jordan Here's how he realized acting could become a viable career path. Revisit Backstage's full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode anywhere you get your podcasts. #MichaelBJordan #Podcast #Sinners #SinnersMovie actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan michael b. jordan ryan coogler actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan michael b. jordan ryan coogler"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=l1By9afKPDk) 2026-02-09T13:31Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What to Expect in Avy Kaufman's Audition Room Click the link below to watch the full Avy Kaufman interview: https://youtu.be/uRi__fLCuUc See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram: http://instagram.com/backstagecast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Waves High Fidelity Succession Emmy Damages Audition actor actress castings auditions"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nUP7cIpjWSM) 2020-11-02T19:38Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How To Stand Out in Acting Auditions Casting Director Tips Learn proper audition technique from casting director Erica Hart in her deep-dive Audition Insider seminar on self-tapes. Her performance tips and audition feedback will help actors nail their auditions and land the roles they want. Learn more about all of Backstages Watch + Learn Video Series at https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ In addition to improving how actors approach remote acting auditions Hart also provides insights into audition material pacing and how to impress with your acting choices. More from"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nz4XMaJAukM) 2021-04-01T18:26Z 130K followers, 146.2K engagements
"5 Things You Want to Do In an Audition Weve shown you what not to do in an audition so now were here to demonstrate successful preparation and execution in the room You can read more tips here: https://bit.ly/3CzNCAa"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o0fc2C4KgCc) 2023-01-06T15:31Z 130K followers, 191.8K engagements
"Behind the Scenes (Episode 9): with Henry Dittman Back Stage Film & TV Editor Jenelle Riley sits down once more with actor Henry Dittman to review movie trailers for the upcoming films 'The Runaways' 'The Bounty Hunter' 'Greenberg' and 'Clash of the Titans.' www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting behind the scenes jenelle riley film tv editor henry dittman interview movie trailers actor acting writer host producer director runaways kristen stewart dakota fanning joan jett bounty hunter gerard butler jennifer aniston greenberg ben stiller noah baumbach sam worthington clash of titans"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p1fRH_o0W6w) 2010-03-18T19:35Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on the Tension Between Loving the Craft + Promoting the Craft Paul Mescal often feels tension between tension between loving the craft of acting and struggling with the demands of visibility and promotion. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode on Backstage #Podcast #PaulMescal #Acting #Act #Advice"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qTkvs19_NIM) 2025-09-29T19:51Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How Ariana Grande Handles Acting Rejection If you're an actor who's heard "no" too many times to count you're in good company with Ariana Grande. In this week's "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode she talks rejection and seizing career opportunities. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #ArianaGrande #Podcast #Arianator #Advice #Acting actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo ariana grande wicked actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo ariana grande wicked"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tpevWC6LFSc) 2026-02-12T16:16Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig: Inside Palm Royale Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig sit down with Backstages Jacqueline Tynes to talk about building the world of Palm Royale why listening is the most essential acting skill the power of vulnerability and the gift of learning from legends like Carol Burnett. They break down the craft behind the series second season share the lessons that shaped them and offer grounded advice for actors navigating early career challenges. New episodes of Palm Royale are now streaming on Apple TV. actor actress backstage back stage palm royale kristen wiig"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uNY0MOrgTOM) 2025-12-09T13:53Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Backstages Casting Insider Joins to Educate Listeners - In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast In the Envelope listeners are in for a treat this week as Jack is joined by Christine McKenna-Tirella Backstages casting specialist to give an update from the jobs market on Backstage: virtual auditions profile-building options and other insider tips that prospective subscribers may not know about casting particularly amid an unpredictable [----]. I want you to feel prepared I want you to feel like you can put your best foot forward and that you can really launch your careereven in a pandemic says"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uYtmGI_Lgy4) 2020-10-01T19:47Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal Paul Mescal joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer a rare candid look inside his acting process. Mescal also discusses his chemistry with Josh O'Connor in "The History of Sound" playing William Shakespeare in Chlo Zhao's "Hamnet" and what it's been like during camera tests and rehearsals for Sam Mendes' four Beatles biopics in which he'll play Paul McCartney alongside Harris Dickinson's John Lennon Joseph Quinn's George Harrison and Barry Keoghan's Ringo Starr. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=waeBfr7ZGPs) 2025-09-11T15:09Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Noah Schnapp Reveals The One 'Stranger Things' Performance That Always Makes Him Cry "One thing Noah Schnapp is going to do Cry at Millie Bobby Browns Stranger Things performance. Find our full feature with the pair discussing life after the Netflix phenomenon on Backstage. #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #NoahSchnapp #MillieBobbyBrown #Netflix #Finale" actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage stranger things noah schnapp stranger things [--] millie bobby brown casting crowns casting crowns songs stranger things season [--] gaten matarazzo actor actress castings auditions backstage"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xKPPpfWLn84) 2025-11-28T14:30Z 130K followers, 53K engagements
"Andrew Rannells Talks 'Boys in the Band' + Getting His Start With Backstage A beloved actor of the screen and stage Andrew Rannells is a knockout in Ryan Murphy's latest Netflix project #TheBoysintheBand a reunion of sorts with his buzzy [----] Broadway ensemble and director Joe Mantello. Join he and managing editor Benjamin Lindsay as they talk about the new project and how he got his start in this bizz the first place. (Hint: It's in part thanks to Backstage) See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Andrew: Instagram:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xbQx67nQzN8) 2020-10-06T16:28Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Make Your Voice Deeper (Actor Voice Training Tips) A deeper voice isnt about forcing pitchits about breath placement and control. Ideal for actors voice artists and anyone looking to improve vocal presence and confidence. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert voice training tips acting advice and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to make voice deeper deeper voice training actor voice tips vocal depth acting voice placement exercises vocal training for actors voice control techniques voice acting tips improve vocal presence backstage acting"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zRyrizaPC2M) 2026-02-11T15:30Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Guy Pearce Guy Pearce joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his extraordinary performance in "The Brutalist." He also talks about his earliest acting memories how he's evolved over the years and his candid thoughts on balancing acting as an art form and a job. Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting from voiceover and commercial"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-QBUFjtcrDM) 2024-12-19T16:16Z 123K followers, [---] engagements
"How To Win A Series Lead Before It Goes To Casting With [--] clients booking leading roles this year celebrity acting coach Joseph Pearlman will show you what it takes to launch your career faster from anywhere in the world and land a series lead before it goes to casting. Learn how to market yourself like a celebrity. Get a career-launching game plan that delivers instant results and insider secrets from the industry's top movers and shakers. Discover how to supercharge your audition rate and guarantee audition wins. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars:"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-asymnfUDLY) 2020-07-02T19:01Z 125K followers, [----] engagements
"A24 'Warfare' Star Kit Connor Talks Taking Risks A24 Warfare star Kit Connor explains why the perfect on-screen performance doesnt exist. Hear our full convo with Kit on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast everywhere podcasts are streamed. #Backstage #KitConnor #A24 #Acting #Warefare"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-eCUnqI3azM) 2025-05-16T18:39Z 125K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become Internet Famous [--] Quick Steps to Being a Content Creator There are plenty of opportunities to make a name for yourself on the internet. Watch now to learn how to develop your social media audience"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-hCvqqbIsi0) 2025-01-23T17:11Z 123K followers, [--] engagements
"Diego Luna Genevieve OReilly + Tony Gilroy on Saying Goodbye to Andor Stars Diego Luna and Genevieve OReilly join creator Tony Gilroy to discuss how theyve grown their Star Wars characters over the last decade and what it means to let them go"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-juwLpw1XMg) 2025-06-10T19:20Z 126K followers, [----] engagements
"Hailee Steinfeld Talks 'Sinners' Collaboration with Ryan Coogler Ryan Coogler kept the set of Sinners collaborative and safe Hailee Steinfeld tells us. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation. https://spoti.fi/43k0EiH #Sinners #SinnersMovie #HaileeSteinfeld"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0uLzpRdut4U) 2025-05-08T12:30Z 125K followers, [---] engagements
"John C. Reilly on Self Tape Auditions For more than [--] years actor comedian singer screenwriter and producer John C. Reilly has built quite a career for himself in acting ("Step Brothers" "Guardians of the Galaxy" "The Sisters Brothers"). The industry as he knows it now has evolved quite a bit from his days a freshly minted thespian most notably in the realm of self-taped auditions. John stopped by Backstage HQ for a Backstage Live interview recently and shared his thoughts on how self-tapings are giving actors more of an edge in the audition room than ever before. Check out the recap article"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=17LnBvFOl-w) 2018-10-24T18:07Z 124K followers, [----] engagements
"Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Coolidge on Career Highs Lows and Legally Blonde [--] Twenty years after first uniting on Legally Blonde and Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Coolidge are clocking some of the best performances of their career. As Bradley Jackson on the award-winning Apple TV+ series The Morning Show Witherspoon (who also executive produces alongside co-star Jennifer Aniston) is as fearless and riveting as ever. Coolidge meanwhile is showing us exactly what shes made of with her turn on Mike Whites HBO series The White Lotus. Her Tanya is as left-of-center as wed expect from the"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=189WbBEZXXc) 2023-10-23T21:33Z 113K followers, 28.5K engagements
"How Actors Can Overcome Rejection According to Chance Perdomo As one of the several young breakout stars of Netflixs Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chance Perdomo is already well-attuned to the ups and downs that come with an acting career. Perdomo came by Backstage HQ to discuss his transition from the U.K. to U.S. markets and share advice that actors of all levels could benefit from. "It doesn't feel so painful when you love what you do" says Perdomo as he looks back on his early struggles as an actor. But as he goes on to explain in the video above it was Perdomo's love of acting that"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1N6sfmtwCVM) 2019-07-17T18:27Z 117K followers, [----] engagements
"Maya Rudolph Gets Candid About the Craft of Comedy Maya Rudolph joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast for a masterclass on comedy. She also discusses season [--] of "Loot" and her return to Studio 8H to host "Saturday Night Live." -- Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors agents and more. Full of both"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1k6ovk5svms) 2024-05-23T17:22Z 118K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Win a BAFTA With Your Student Film Imagine finishing your film course and winning a #BAFTA with your graduating film. What a way to introduce yourself to the industry Thats exactly what director Lowri Roberts did and in this hour-long Zoom session she going to tell us how. Join Roberts and Backstages casting specialist Hannah for an in-depth session where we breakdown the filmmaking process for her film Girl as well as how to market and distribute your student film and how to navigate the industry when you graduate. About Lowri Roberts Roberts is a filmmaker from North Wales. Her"
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=37RZ5tornVI) 2021-05-21T14:53Z 127K followers, [---] engagements
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"How To Get Into Voiceover Are you interested in being a voiceover actor Are you an actor looking to expand your skills from acting in front of the camera to behind the microphone As an actor host singer and original voice of Google Voice multi-hyphenate Laurie Burke is well equipped to share how she applies her skills to her voiceover work Join her on for tips you can use to do the same. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/coronavirus-quarantine-backstage-online-acting-career-seminars-70337/ Connect with Laurie:"
YouTube Link 2020-03-26T21:23Z 130K followers, 10.1K engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Finding the Humanity in the Monster: Inside Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Oscar Isaac is taking us inside Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein by revealing how he found humanity in the monster. Listen to our In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode anywhere you get your podcasts #GDT #OscarIsaac #Frankenstein #Netflix #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-10T17:08Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne Johnson on Chasing Discomfort in A24's 'The Smashing Machine' Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson opens up about why "The Smashing Machine" marked a turning point in his career. After years of blockbuster success the role pushed him to get uncomfortable tap into personal experience and rediscover the hunger that first drew him to acting. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Teyana Taylor Teyana Taylor joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her electric performance as Perfidia Beverly Hills in Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another." Taylor dives deep into crafting the character with Anderson her reaction to audience's seeing Perfidia as a villain filming the movie's most intense scenes recording that climactic letter and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T16:20Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead Talks On-Screen Chemistry If you want to know what true creative partnership looks like onscreen just watch Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Maika Monroe. You can watch our full interview on Backstage. #Movie #Movies #MaryElizabethWinstead #BackstageWith"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T21:09Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Now Casting Worldwide Talent for Short Film You can apply to the short film "Use-Case" from anywhere around the globe. Don't miss your chance expires January [--]. Apply to this job (and more like it) on Backstage. #CastingCall #Audition #Worldwide #Talent #Opportunity actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T14:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Owning Your Auditions Ethan Hawke joined us on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast to talk acting auditions and what working with Robert De Niro taught him. Listen to our full conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #EthanHawke #Acting #Advice #Podcast #Pod #New"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T15:32Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on Jennifer Lawrences Start Casting director Shayna Markowitz explains how Jennifer Lawrence rose from unknown audition rooms to major stardom. She shares why young actors should trust the process take comfort in the long game and believe that the right roles truly find the right performers. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #JenniferLawrence #TheHungerGames #MovieStar #Movies"
YouTube Link 2025-12-22T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'The Smashing Machine' Star Dwayne Johnson on Becoming 'The Rock' Dwayne Johnson reflects on his early daysbeing heckled in the ring wrestling in flea markets and barns and navigating a career without a blueprint. Before The Rock became a household name he was cutting his teeth finding his voice and learning how to stay steady under pressure. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-06T14:30Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on the Religion of Acting Can performance become almost religious or meditative Yes according to Paul Mescal. He explains his perspective on acting and much more on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Advice #Talent"
YouTube Link 2025-10-14T21:20Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on Portraying Paul McCartney in the Beatles Biopic Portraying a legend like Paul McCartney According to Paul Mescal its a little intimidating. In our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation we talk the upcoming Beatles biopic his role in The History of Sound and more. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Podcast #Actor"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T16:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Netflixs Nouvelle Vague Star Zoey Deutch on Being Ready to Be Lucky Zoey Deutchs best acting advice Be ready to be lucky. Listen to our latest In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode where she discusses prep for Richard Linklaters Nouvelle Vague everywhere you get your podcasts. #ZoeyDeutch #Podcast #Talent #Advice #Act #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Love Mean Girls Check Out These Similar Gigs Casting Now Calling all #MeanGirls fans If you love to get swept up in the nostalgia of the hit teen movie then check out this roundup of related gigs currently seeking talent here: https://bit.ly/3g5yvpj"
YouTube Link 2022-10-13T15:21Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Finding Emotional Release Between Roles From Frankenstein to Beef Season [--] While filming Beef Season [--] Oscar Isaac struggled to feel connected to his characteruntil an acting exercise unlocked something unexpected. By inviting Victor Frankenstein back Isaac rediscovered creative freedom learning how emotional echoes from past roles can breathe life into new ones. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #OscarIsaac #Podcast #Acting #Act #Advice"
YouTube Link 2025-11-12T16:44Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"THR Directors Roundtable (Full Hour) Film directors Tom Hooper ('The King's Speech') Lisa Cholodenko ('The Kids Are All Right') Darren Aronofsky ('Black Swan') David O. Russell ('The Fighter') Derek Cianfrance ('Blue Valentine') and Peter Weir ('The Way Back') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2011-01-25T21:02Z 128K followers, 315.3K engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead on Craft Connection + Choosing the Right Roles Mary Elizabeth Winstead joins Backstage to discuss her new series The Hand That Rocks the Cradle how motherhood reshaped her creative process and the lessons shes learned from roles like Smashed. From collaboration and emotional truth to her best advice for young actors Winstead opens up about what it really takes to stay grounded connected and free in the work"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T19:58Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Blumhouse Casting Director Terri Taylor on Discovering the McGraw Sisters Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor shares how the talented McGraw sisters became part of the Blumhouse family. She reflects on their natural instincts strong character work and how Madeleine McGraws standout audition for The Black Phone led to waiting for her to join the cast after first working with her sister Violet on M3GAN. #Blumhouse #Horror #Storytime #Casting #Audition"
YouTube Link 2025-11-03T19:34Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Bugonia' Star Jesse Plemons on Redefining Auditions as a Growth Tool Jesse Plemons explains how shifting his mindset and treating auditions like a personal challenge rather than a pass-fail test changed everything. He shares how reframing the room staying relaxed and letting go after helps actors reclaim power and get better every time. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #Bugonia #Movie #Movies #EmmaStone"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"A Conversation With Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac: A Shared Foundation Jessica Chastain and Oscar Isaac stars of the upcoming film "A Most Violent Year" discuss their experiences at Juilliard and working together on the film. Read more at Backstage: http://www.backstage.com Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage"
YouTube Link 2014-12-05T18:13Z 128K followers, 88.1K engagements
"How to Get Cast on Hulus Pretty Ugly Hilary Duff is returning to our screens in Hulus Pretty Ugly Were waiting for more details about production and casting calls so weve compiled everything we know so far. Check out our full article on Backstage. #HilaryDuff #Hulu #Act #Acting #Talent"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T14:48Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Severance Star Tramell Tillman Shares His Advice for Young Actors Take the work seriously but dont take yourself too seriously Tramell Tillman suggests to young actors. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with the Severance star everywhere you get your podcasts. #TramellTillman #Severance #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-06-19T12:00Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"Inside Leighton Meesters Audition for Netflixs Nobody Wants This Season [--] Nobody Wants This marks another on-screen reunion for Leighton Meester and real-life spouse Adam Brody You can watch the Season [--] release today on Netflix. Check out the full interview with casting directors Brett Greenstein and Collin Daniel on Backstage. #Act #Acting #Netflix #NobodyWantsThis #Casting #Advice"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T12:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Adam Scott's Advice for Aspiring Actors Adam Scott shares his advice for aspiring actors at the Apple TV+ 'Severance Experience.'"
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T17:18Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Interview with 'J. Edgar's' Armie Hammer Armie Hammer discusses how he found out he got a SAG nomination and advises actors to keep reading and keep studying"
YouTube Link 2012-01-03T17:17Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne 'the Rock' Johnson on the Most Emotional Scene in A24's 'The Smashing Machine' Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson breaks down one of the most emotionally intense scenes in "The Smashing Machine"an eight-minute sequence so draining that the cast sat in silence for nearly an hour afterward. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T14:15Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"Behind the Scenes with Traitors Casting Director Deena Katz Casting director Deena Katz is revealing all her Traitors casting secrets here. Read our full feature on Backstage. #Traitors #Peacock #Advice"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T13:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Tramell Tillman Talks Severance Fan Theories If youre spinning over Severance fan theories dont worryTramell Tillman was too. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with Tillman everywhere you get your podcasts. #TramellTillman #Severance #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-06-18T17:52Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Let It Rip: Frankenstein Star Oscar Isaac on Taking Direction When Oscar Isaac auditioned for Juilliard he got a tough note: You came all the way from Miamiyou might as well let it rip. In this candid story Isaac reflects on ego realism and learning to surrender control. You can check out our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with the Frankenstein star anywhere you get your podcasts. #OscarIsaac #Frankenstein #GDT #GuillermoDelToro #Advice #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T16:07Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Cusi Cram Interview (Part 1) Back Stage speaks with playwright Cusi Cram about her new play 'A Lifetime Burning.' www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2009-09-14T18:50Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Noah Schnapp on Speaking Up to the Duffer Brothers in 'Stranger Things' Season [--] Noah Schnapp opens up about the moment he voiced a creative note to the Duffer brothers during "Stranger Things" Season [--]. He shares how that conversation led to a new scene why it mattered for the storys closure and what it taught him about trusting his instincts as an actor. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #DufferBrothers #Netflix actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T14:00Z 129K followers, 480.1K engagements
"How Timing Landed the Perfect Five Nights at Freddys Cast Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor shares how the stars aligned when casting Five Nights at Freddys. From unexpected phone calls to last-minute realizations Taylor explains how timing and instinct led to the perfect cast including Josh Hutcherson and Matthew Lillard to bring the beloved video game to life on screen. Listen on Backstage. #Horror #Movie #FNAF #Talent #Performance"
YouTube Link 2025-10-30T14:13Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on Artistic Responsibility + 'The History Of Sound' Paul Mescal is revealing his secret to creating real and nuanced characters on this weeks episode of In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Check out our full conversation anywhere you get your podcasts where we discuss The History Of Sound the upcoming Beatles biopic and more. #PaulMescal #Act #Acting #Podcast #TheHistoryOfSound"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T13:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Making Any Role Worth It Ethan Hawke reflects on Before Sunrise Dead Poets Society and how actors can find the good in every job even when scripts change budgets shrink or the experience isnt perfect. His advice: focus on whats positive show up like a pro and turn every line into your best work. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #EthanHawke #Advice #Acting #Actor #Tips"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T20:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Brittany Snow on Finding Confidence to Lead The Hunting Wives Brittany Snow reflects on stepping into her lead role in Netflixs The Hunting Wives and how she prepared mentally more than physically. She shares what it took to show up with confidence take risks and fully enjoy the creative ride. Watch our full conversation with her on Backstage. #BrittanySnow #Netflix #TheHuntingWives #Act #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Walker Scobell on Bringing 'Percy Jackson' to a New Audience 'Percy Jackson and The Olympians' star Walker Scobell talks about what it means to adapt a story he loved as a reader the challenge of letting go of the book version and why embracing change is part of an actors job. Head to Backstage for the full feature. #WalkerScobell #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #Interview #Disney actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook on How Recast of Andrew Garfield Led to Jacob Elordi's Role in 'Frankenstein' Did you know Andrew Garfield was originally set to star in Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" With just four days to recast casting director Robin D. Cook explains why Jacob Elordi was the right choice to step in and embody the Creature. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #AndrewGarfield actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Understanding SAG Back Stage speaks with Alan Rosenberg (SAG President) Anne-Marie Johnson (SAG National Board Member) and Mark Friedlander (SAG National Director of New Media) who explain how the Screen Actors Guild works and how the union helps SAG actors. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2009-02-19T22:20Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'One Battle After Another' Star Teyana Taylor on Creating Access for Creatives Teyana Taylor of "One Battle After Another" talks about refusing to wait for permission and becoming the access and resources she never had. From turning her home into a full production space to bringing up-and-coming creatives with her this is about ownership investment and doing things on your own terms. Listen to our "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast"
YouTube Link 2025-12-23T14:00Z 128K followers, 12.1K engagements
"'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Star Walker Scobell on Doing His Own Stunts "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" star Walker Scobell talks about what its really like performing stunts as Percy Jackson why certain sequences require stunt doubles and how trust and preparation factor into those decisions. Find our full feature on Backstage. #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #WalkerScobell #Stunts #StuntWork actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Prepare For an Audition (feat. Annabelle Wallis) Starring opposite Russell Crowe on the Showtime limited series The Loudest Voice Annabelle Wallis plays Laurie Luhn one-time director of booking for Fox News. The timely hot-button series follows disgraced Fox News founder Roger Ailes rise to power through to his string of sexual misconduct allegations including Luhns claims that he sexually harassed her for nearly [--] years. A breakout role for the U.K. actor (previous credits include Peaky Blinders The Tudors and The Mummy) Wallis dropped by Backstage HQ to reveal her tips for nailing"
YouTube Link 2019-08-06T20:41Z 128K followers, 33.6K engagements
"How Elle Fanning Filmed Two Major Movies At The Same Time Elle Fanning reveals how she filmed Predator: Badlands and Sentimental Value at the same time. Flying from New Zealand to France overnight with zero days off. Two films. Three characters. One wild schedule powered by pure determination. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #ElleFanning #PredatorBadlands #SentimentalValue #Act #Acting #Podcast"
YouTube Link 2025-11-20T20:30Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Nik Fackler Interview Writer/director Nik Fackler talks to Back Stage about his new movie 'Lovely Still.' The film stars Martin Landau Ellen Burstyn Elizabeth Banks and Adam Scott. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2008-10-02T17:03Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"The Beast in Me Star Brittany Snow on Playing Women People Underestimate Brittany Snow shares how her The Beast in Me character Nina reflects a familiar feelingbeing underestimated. She discusses building a character who hides behind perfection while secretly fighting to survive and why playing the woman no one sees coming has always felt personal. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #BrittanySnow #TheBeastInMe #Netflix #TheHuntingWives #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-11-13T18:50Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Agents vs. Managers: What's the Difference New York City acting coach and Backstage Expert Matt Newton breaks down the big differences between managers and agents for actors. Do you need both Find actors and agents in your area at Backstage with CallSheet: http://www.backstage.com/resources/search/agent/ Visit Matt @ MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Taking on both an agent and a manager can mean that an actor can pay as much as 25% in fees for the work an actor books. Make sure the decision to choose both makes sense for you and your situation"
YouTube Link 2015-09-29T21:37Z 129K followers, 39.5K engagements
"Ethan Hawke on Playing the Long Game in Acting Happy birthday Ethan Hawke To celebrate revisit our In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode where he shares advice inspired by Richard Linklater: treat acting like a college sport focus on growth not just winning. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #EthanHawke #Act #Acting #Advice #Movies"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T20:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Teyana Taylor on Portraying Postpartum Depression in 'One Battle After Another' Teyana Taylor opens up about portraying Perfidia in "One Battle After Another" and why postpartum depression is a crucialand often overlookedpart of her story. Even when audiences dont agree with her choices they empathize with her humanity. That complexity sparks conversation and that conversation matters. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast #PostPartum"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T19:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on the Best Audition Feedback Casting director Shayna Markowitz breaks down the real sign youre doing something right as an actor: when a casting office keeps bringing you back even if you havent booked yet. She explains why repeat auditions are proof that casting sees potential and wants to keep you in the mix. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #Casting #CastingDirector #Advice #Audition actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-05T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Cristin Milioti on Wrapping The Penguin For Cristin Milioti wrapping #ThePenguin was more than just finishing a jobit was saying goodbye to Sofia a character shed gotten to know deeply. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #Batman #Podcast #Advice #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T12:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Jesse Plemons on the Immense Pressure Behind His 'Bugonia' Character Jesse Plemons breaks down the emotional stakes of his role in "Bugonia" describing what it meant to embody a character shouldering enormous responsibility while fighting for what matters most. Listen to all this (and more) on the latest episode of In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #Bugonia #Movie #Movies #EmmaStone"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"'Frankenstein' CD Robin D. Cook Gives You Audition Tips Casting director Robin D. Cook shares why your audition time mattershow to take ownership ask for another take and stay open to direction whether youre in the room or on Zoom. Watch the full interview with the "Frankenstein" casting director on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T14:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Watching Their Growth On Screen Over Time "Were heading back to Hawkins Stranger Things Season [--] has landed and the stakes are higher than ever. We caught up with Gaten Matarazzo Noah Schnapp Finn Wolfhard Caleb McLaughlin and Millie Bobby Brown about evolving as actors and people and how the shows depiction of misfits and growth resonates with audiences. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #Netflix #Advice #Series #Finale""
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T01:03Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Aldis Hodge on 'One Night in Miami' & Audition Advice - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast If youre a performer who has recorded a self-taped audition over [---] times Aldis Hodge is your craft and career guru. An actor and entrepreneur since childhood Aldis has risen through the ranks of Hollywood and made thoughtful intentional choices on- and off-screen (including resisting Black stereotypes). Put that hustle in he advises fellow artists. I find the true professionals to be more dedicated and more motivated now than they were when they started. Because they realize how much hard work it"
YouTube Link 2021-01-28T20:48Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Our Top [--] Films It's @LetterboxdHQ Friday Our Four Favorites turning into our. [--] favorites. What have you watched recently"
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T14:14Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Amanda Seyfried on Auditions Anxiety and Auditioning [--] Times for Wicked In this weeks In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode Amanda Seyfried talks the auditioning process anxiety and auditioning six times for Wicked. Listen to the full convo anywhere you get your podcasts. #AmandaSeyfried #Wicked #Emmys #Podcast #Interview #Act #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-06-24T21:42Z 128K followers, 11.3K engagements
"Oscar Winner Brendan Fraser on Staying Committed When Youre Just Starting Out Brendan Fraser reflects on one of his earliest jobsstanding on the side of a Seattle road in costume to promote a storage facilityand how committing fully to every opportunity shaped his resilience early in his career. Watch our full interview with the Oscar-winning actor on Backstage. #BrendanFraser #Act #Acting #RentalFamily #Movie #Release"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Owen Cooper on His Brutal Brilliant Adolescence Debut Youll never guess what Adolescence star Owen Cooper watched to inspire his first day on set 👀 Read our full Backstage feature on how Cooper crafted his brutal brilliant debut performance. #Netflix #OwenCooper #Act #Acting #Actor"
YouTube Link 2025-08-21T19:14Z 129K followers, 17.8K engagements
"Elle Fanning on the Sentimental Value Monologue That Broke Her Every Time Elle Fanning breaks down the emotional layers behind her Sentimental Value monologue including the moment she realized her character Rachel wasnt just miscastshe was searching for belonging. Watch our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast interview on Backstage. #ElleFanning #SentimentalValue #Movie #Movies #Podcast"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wicked' Star Cynthia Erivo on the Vulnerability of Singing Happy birthday Cynthia Erivo We love her insight about singing together being an agreement between artists. Revisit our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage where Erivo talks about chemistry with Jonathan Bailey the "Wicked" films and much more. #Wicked #WickedForGood #CynthiaErivo #ArianaGrande #JonathanBailey #Birthday actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-08T17:41Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson on The Personal Elements of a Story "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" filmmaker Rian Johnson explains why big ideas work best when theyre personaland why feeling unsure is a good sign. He breaks down making a film around faith risk and an impossible crime story that pushed him creatively. You can watch our full exclusive interview on Backstage. #RianJohnson #Netflix #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T14:00Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Corinne Foxx on Being a First-Time Netflix Producer on Dad Stop Embarrassing Me Corinne Foxxstar of #Safety on #Disney+ and now a first-time producer behind Netflixs No. [--] comedy #DadStopEmbarrassingMe joined us for an exclusive Backstage Live interview to talk shop on producing her first series working with her Oscar-winning dad Jamie Foxx advice to others to get their start and more. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2021-04-27T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Dylan OBrien on Surprising Critics With His 'Twinless' Performance Growing beyond labels from his early career is something that Dylan OBrien is still navigating even as he promotes his new film Twinless. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #DylanOBrien #Podcast #Act #Acting #Talent #Advice"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T17:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Bob the Drag Queens Secret to Finding Confidence - In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast Actor producer podcaster comedian and activist Caldwell Tidicue is best known as his drag persona Bob the Drag Queen winner of reality competition #RuPaulsDragRace Season [--]. The heightened gender expression of drag which encompasses many different skills and performance styles has proved Bobs gateway into the entertainment industry. No one is going to cheer for you harder than you have to cheer for yourself he tells fellow artists. Born in Georgia and trained as a theater artist Bob set off to pursue"
YouTube Link 2020-10-29T14:55Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook on Guillermo del Toro's Trust in Mia Goth Casting director Robin D. Cook explains why Guillermo del Toro trusted Mia Goth to play two emotionally distinct characters in "Frankenstein"and why it was never a risk. Find the full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac #MiaGoth actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-20T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Rental Family Star Brendan Fraser on the Essentials Every Actor Should Know Brendan Fraser shares straightforward advice for actors: connect with people show up on time know your lines and be someone others want to work with. He reminds all of us that craft and kindness matter as much as talent. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #BrendanFraser #Act #Acting #RentalFamily #Movie #Release"
YouTube Link 2025-11-23T14:00Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Shayna Markowitz on Finding Real Comics for Is This Thing On' To cast Will Arnetts circle of comics in "Is This Thing On" casting director Shayna Markowitz and her team scouted real comedy clubs watched hours of standup and auditioned more than [---] comics. She breaks down how they found performers who could act improvise and deliver authentic standup. Watch our full conversation on Backstage. #ShaynaMarkowitz #IsThisThingOn #Comedy #Comedian #Standup"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T14:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"6 Acting Myths Were Not Falling For Acting looks easy until you try it. Here are six acting myths were not falling for. What would you add to this list #Act #Acting #Talent #Perform #Myths"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T19:51Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"An Ethan Coen Film Starring Aubrey Plaza is Casting Now This could be your chance to appear in a feature film with Aubrey Plaza Apply here: https://bit.ly/3TcQ1Jw"
YouTube Link 2024-03-22T15:16Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"In the Envelope: An Awards Podast - Debra Messing A reigning member of TV royalty Debra Messing is a leading comedy actress Primetime Emmy Award winner for NBCs Will and Grace. Her performance as Grace Adler from [----] to [----] and now in its revival since [----] has also earned her Golden Globe SAG and other nominations aplenty. Known also for Ned and Stacey The Starter Wife Smash The Mysteries of Laura and her work in feature films and on New York stages Debra has valuable advice for actors looking to advocate for themselvesas she has done from the very beginning of her fabulous career."
YouTube Link 2019-06-18T15:57Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Angelina Jolie on the Importance of Artistic Community Your artistic community is important for growth. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode with Angelina Jolie here: https://spoti.fi/4gTARBq"
YouTube Link 2025-02-21T18:04Z 124K followers, [---] engagements
"'Palm Royale' Stars Laura Dern + Kristen Wiig on Navigating Noise Branding and Authenticity Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig offer candid advice for young actors trying to stay grounded in a world of comparison branding pressure and social media noise. They encourage artists to embrace vulnerability individuality and the quirks that make them unique. Watch our full conversation with the "Palm Royale" stars on Backstage. #LauraDern #KristenWiig #PalmRoyale #AppleTV #Interview actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-14T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Why Dylan O'Brien Signed Onto 'Teen Wolf' On this In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast episode Dylan OBrien breaks down the real grind of getting started in Hollywood and why he had to take "Teen Wolf" when the opportunity presented itself. Listen to our full interview anywhere you get your podcasts. #DylanOBrien #TeenWolf #Act #Acting #Advice #Hollywood"
YouTube Link 2025-12-01T19:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Madelyn Cline Reveals Whats Next After Outer Banks What comes after Outer Banks for Madelyn Cline She reveals all in this weeks episode of In the Envelope: The Actors Podcast. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts 🎧 #OBX #OuterBanks #Netflix #Podcast #MadelynCline"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T15:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Top-Rated Auditions on Backstage that You Can Apply to Right Now 🫶 Weve curated top-rated casting calls on Backstage for you Audition today and let your dreams take flight here: https://bit.ly/3NFURek"
YouTube Link 2023-07-07T15:38Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Filmmaker Rian Johnson on Casting Andrew Scott in 'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson explains why Andrew Scott was the unexpected yet perfect choice for "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery"not because he fit the role but because he didnt. Sometimes the most exciting casting is when an actor surprises everyone by doing something completely different. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #AndrewScott #RianJohnson #Netflix #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T14:00Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"How 'Stranger Things' Changed Noah Schnapps Life + His Advice for Young Actors Noah Schnapp encourages young actors to trust their own timeline stop comparing themselves to others and embrace rejection as redirection. He reminds performers that success can come unexpectedlylike booking "Stranger Things"so staying passionate and persistent matters most. Watch our full Backstage With interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings5 #Vol2"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T14:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Mary Elizabeth Winstead on The Hand That Rocks the Cradle + Why She Avoided the Original When Mary Elizabeth Winstead signed on for The Hand That Rocks the Cradle she didnt rewatch the iconic 90s thrilleron purpose. Check out our full conversation on Backstage. #Advice #Talent #Movie #Movies #Original"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T19:22Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Kate Hudson Kate Hudson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her Golden Globe and Actor Award-nominated performance across from Hugh Jackman in "Song Sung Blue." Hudson also digs into how her acting process has changed over the years the technique she "stole" from Kurt Russell the key to performing in romantic comedies and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators."
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T16:59Z 129K followers, [---] engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Their Favorite Movie + TV Show Endings of All Time The cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] shares their favorite movie and TV endingsfrom "Once" and "Uncut Gems" to "Harry Potter"and jokes about controversial choices while discussing what makes a strong emotional finale. Watch our full interviews with the cast on Backstage. #StrangerThings #Season5 #HarryPotter #UncutGems #Compilation"
YouTube Link 2025-12-25T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Jesse Plemons on the Creative Freedom From 'Friday Night Lights' That Transformed His Career Jesse Plemons reflects on how "Friday Night Lights" reshaped his creative life by giving actors unprecedented freedom and responsibility on set fostering risk-taking joy and play in the work. A powerful reminder to chase curiosity instead of perfection. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #JessePlemons #FNL #FridayNightLights #Movie #Movies"
YouTube Link 2025-12-07T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Angelina Jolie Angelina Jolie joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her intense preparation to play opera singer Maria Callas in Pablo Larran's "Maria." She also dives deep into her approach to performing her feelings toward fame and her advice to anyone looking to explore their creative side. Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the"
YouTube Link 2025-02-13T16:12Z 124K followers, [----] engagements
"8 Self-Tape Tips to Nail Your Next Audition We want your self tapes to look amazing Check out these tips for nailing your next audition 🎬"
YouTube Link 2024-03-01T15:54Z 128K followers, 21.8K engagements
"The Cast of 'Stranger Things' on Saying Goodbye After a Decade The cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] reflects on the emotional experience of wrapping "Stranger Things" describing the bittersweet final days on set processing the sadness together and realizing that ending something meaningful can feel like griefbut also like one of the best moments of their lives. You can watch our full interview on Backstage. #StrangerThings #ST5 #StrangerThings5 #Netflix #Series actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-12-31T14:01Z 129K followers, 10.8K engagements
"Oscar Isaac Oscar Isaac joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to go in-depth on Guillermo del Toro's "Frankenstein" working with Jacob Elordi and creating a brand new take on Mary Shelley's mad scientist. Isaac also discusses his life as a young artist fresh out of Julliard how he's evolved since and the lessonsboth personal and professionalthat all aspiring performers should take from his career. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most"
YouTube Link 2025-10-23T15:12Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'Sons of Anarchy': Charlie Hunnam and Katey Sagal Interview Charlie Hunnam and Katey Sagal two of the stars of the FX series 'Sons of Anarchy' talk with Back Stage correspondent Alan Frutkin about their rough biker characters and the show's new season. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2009-09-17T21:53Z 128K followers, 2M engagements
"How to Audition Internationally We live in an era where your acting career doesnt have to only happen in your home cityor even countryanymore We offer many worldwide gigs at Backstage so check out our tips on auditioning internationally here: https://bit.ly/3LMxQGd"
YouTube Link 2024-08-02T14:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Cristin Milioti Cristin Milioti joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back on her entire career from block box theater in New York City to Batman villain Sofia Falcone on "The Penguin." Milioti also digs into standout roles like "Once" "How I Met Your Mother" and "Palm Springs." . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the Envelope airs"
YouTube Link 2025-07-31T15:42Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Elijah Wood and Jason Gann on 'Wilfred' Actors Elijah Wood and Jason Gann talk about their roles in the new FX series 'Wilfred.' Wood stars as Ryan and Gann (who is also co-creator of the show and starred in the original Australian version) plays the talking dog Wilfred. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2011-03-02T18:38Z 128K followers, 475.3K engagements
"Task Star Tom Pelphrey on The Hard Truth About Acting HBOs Task is officially coming to an end and star Tom Pelphrey has this parting acting advice. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #HBO #Act #Acting #Advice #Tips"
YouTube Link 2025-10-19T13:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Survivor' Casting Tips: Casting Director Jesse Tannenbaum on How to Get Noticed Casting director Jesse Tannenbaum reveals his best tips for getting cast on "Survivor": Keep it authentic dont script your video and let your real personality shine through. Whether youre filming in your kitchen car or backyard the key is showing who you really are. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #Survivor #CBS #Advice #Tips #Casting #Audition"
YouTube Link 2025-12-10T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"How M3GAN Was Brought to Life from Blumhouse Casting Director Blumhouse casting director Terri Taylor breaks down the complex casting process behind M3GANfrom the year-long search to find dancer and performer Amy Donald to discovering YouTuber Jenna Davis who ultimately became the chilling voice of M3GAN. Check out our full interview on Backstage. #Horror #Movie #Movies #Acting #Casting"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:30Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Our Top Tips for Filming Your Casting Audition Video Filming casting audition videos (AKA self-tapes) are a key part of the modern acting industry. Heres how you can make your audition video soar. #acting #tips #tipsandtricks #casting #audition #video"
YouTube Link 2025-05-28T15:46Z 128K followers, 10.9K engagements
"Michael Keaton on How to Persevere in Hollywood: Desperation Will Kill You Before Michael Keaton became the chameleonic screen star he is today he intuited that the life of a performer is full of uncertainty. So taking risks as first a stand-up comedian and then an actor became a key part of his artistic mission. I told myself youre never gonna know if you can do this until you just try to do it he remembers. I certainly had many moments of going: Oh boy. This is a nervous time. Im not feeling too secure right now. But desperation will kill you. In his podcast interview Michael reveals the"
YouTube Link 2021-12-30T16:26Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Laura Dern on the Real-Life Bond With Kristen Wiig Beyond 'Palm Royale' Laura Dern reflects on how her bond with Kristen Wiig evolved beyond the script becoming a genuine source of trust safety and supportmirroring the deep connection between their "Palm Royale" characters for Season [--]. You can watch our full interview exclusively on Backstage. #PalmRoyale #KristenWiig #LauraDern #Friendship #Act #Acting #Hollywood"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T18:34Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Star Rose Byrne On The Technical Side of Acting Rose Byrne breaks down the technical discipline behind screen performance. From hitting eye lines to staying hyper-aware of every detail. She shares how experience repetition and years on set sharpened her craft comparing the process to musicians putting in thousands of hours. Check out our full conversation on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
YouTube Link 2025-12-08T20:20Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"CD Robin D. Cook Reveals Guillermo Del Toro's Top Casting Secret Casting director Robin D. Cook explains how Guillermo del Toro relies on instinct trust and experience when castingmeeting actors like Jacob Elordi and Oscar Isaac and knowing immediately when they embody the role. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #GDT #GDTFrankenstein #GuillermoDelToro #JacobElordi #OscarIsaac actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"The Power of Listening According to 'The Smashing Machine' Star Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson Dwayne "the Rock" Johnson explains why listening is one of the most important skills an actor can develop. From performing in front of [-----] wrestling fans to working on set learning how to hear the audience sharpened his instincts timing and banter. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode on Backstage. #DwayneJohnson #TheRock #InTheEnvelope #Podcast #TheSmashingMachine #A24 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T14:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Gigs to Kick-Start Your Acting Career in [----] Lets kickstart your acting career in [----] Check out our roundup of great jobs to begin your new year here: https://bit.ly/3Gt8GJw"
YouTube Link 2023-01-11T18:23Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Brendan Fraser on Rental Family Early Career Lessons and Advice for Actors Backstage Editor Jacqueline Tynes sits down with Brendan Fraser to discuss his upcoming film Rental Family exploring its real-world origins the impact of loneliness and the search for authentic human connection. Fraser shares honest reflections on taking survival jobs early in his career learning Japanese for the role and the professional values he believes every actor should carry to set. He also talks about the growing pressures actors face today the importance of showing up prepared and how committing fully to each"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T16:02Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Madelyn Cline Madelyn Cline joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the experience of filming the fifth and final season of Netflix's "Outer Banks." Cline also gets candid about her road to success and how she plans to navigate this new era of her career. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and inspiration In the Envelope airs bi-weekly to cover"
YouTube Link 2025-08-28T15:08Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Elisabeth Moss The Emmy Awardwinning actor reflects on the final season of The Handmaids Tale and how sitting in the directors chair gave her a whole new respect for acting"
YouTube Link 2025-06-14T12:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Portray an Alter Ego in Acting From Peter Parkers Spider-Man to Hannah Montanas pop-star disguise many iconic characters lead double livesand one day you might play a role like that too. Check out more of our top tips to portraying an alter ego on Backstage. #Act #Acting #Tips #Advice #SpiderMan #AlterEgo"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T15:32Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Kate Mara Talks A Teacher Her Acting Process + Challenging Viewers With Her Work You can never go wrong with Kate Mara. The Emmy nominee has been lighting up our screens for years and next up is FXs sex scandal drama #ATeacher. It just might be her best screen performance to date. Dont miss her talk about it all in this on-camera interview with managing editor Benjamin Lindsay. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Kate: Twitter: https://twitter.com/katemara Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katemara Connect"
YouTube Link 2020-11-17T15:51Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Avy Kaufman Shares How Casting is Like Performing Click the link below to watch the full Avy Kaufman interview: https://youtu.be/uRi__fLCuUc See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram: http://instagram.com/backstagecast"
YouTube Link 2020-11-05T18:24Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Sebastian Stans Advice to His Younger Self Happy birthday Sebastian Stan We love this advice to his younger self from an archival In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode. Listen to the full episode on Backstage (or anywhere you get your podcasts). #Acting #SebastianStan #Advice #Tips"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T14:44Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"FREE Comedy Monologues on Backstage Calling all actors If you need a comedy monologue then you wont want to miss our free database Check it out here: https://bit.ly/46LUZCf"
YouTube Link 2024-08-16T13:37Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Delroy Lindo Breaks Down the Life of a Journeyman Actor - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast Throughout a stage and screen career spanning decades Delroy Lindo has intentionally set out to play the widest possible variety of characters. I want to be able to encompass different human beings explains the actor detailing the ebbs and flows of his career on this week's episode of In the Envelope. Delroys advice is balanced between optimistic encouragement and no-nonsense realism. It is inevitable that a life in the arts will bring dry spells he says but dont be dissuaded by the trauma of being"
YouTube Link 2021-02-25T20:38Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Laura Dern + Kristen Wiig on Carol Burnett's Impact On 'Palm Royale' Set Kristen Wiig and Laura Dern reflect on working alongside the legendary Carol Burnett on "Palm Royale" sharing how her professionalism warmth and humility shaped the atmosphere on set. You can watch this full interview exclusively on Backstage. #KristenWiig #LauraDern #CarolBurnett #PalmRoyale #Comedy"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Star Rose Byrne on Why You Cant Predict Film Magic Rose Byrne reveals why scenes that felt amazing on set can fall flat later and the moments she least expected end up shining. She talks trusting the camera the editor and learning to let go of perfect takes and how that helped on the set of "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." Watch our exclusive interview on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
YouTube Link 2025-12-14T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Severance Star Zach Cherry on Differentiating Between His Characters Zach Cherry who plays Dylan on Severance describes his process of differentiating between innie and outie on Season [--] of the hit Apple TV show. #Severance #AppleTV #Acting #Act #Actor"
YouTube Link 2025-08-14T18:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"A-Listers' Acting Origin Stories On this episode of Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast we look back on a few of the best stories we got from A-list actors about how they first fell in love with the craft. Featuring in-depth anecdotes from: Barry Keoghan Austin Butler Colman Domingo Brendan Fraser Sebastian Stan Stephanie Hsu Robin Thede . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
YouTube Link 2025-09-25T15:07Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Phoebe Waller-Bridge on Whyand HowActors Should Create Their Own Work Phoebe Waller-Bridge is quickly becoming a brand name in Hollywood. Her Amazon Prime breakout hit Fleabag was recognized for its anticipated second season with [--] Emmy nominations and BBC Americas Killing Eve which she created based on Luke Jennings Codename Villanelle mystery series was recognized with nine. Thats not to mention a recent acting stint in Solo: A Star Wars Story and her being tapped to pen the 25th James Bond feature due next year. Sitting with Backstage senior editor Benjamin Lindsay at the SAG-AFTRA"
YouTube Link 2019-08-14T17:00Z 129K followers, 89.3K engagements
"Teyana Taylor on Accessing Real Emotion in 'One Battle After Another' Teyana Taylor opens up about one of the most emotional moments in "One Battle After Another"a one-take letter scene recorded without cameras filled with real grief real love and raw humanity. When the emotion is real the performance hits different. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode only on Backstage. #TeyanaTaylor #OneBattleAfterAnother #OBAA #Oscars #LeonardoDiCaprio #Podcast"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T16:15Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"How Shayna Markowitz Cast Is This Thing On Casting director Shayna Markowitz joins us for In the Room With to discuss building the comedic world of Is This Thing On with Bradley Cooper Will Arnett and Laura Dern. She explains how she discovered real stand-up comics for the film what separates strong auditions from forgettable ones and why actors shouldnt stress over credits when starting out. Plus her memories of casting Jennifer Lawrence and her thoughts on The Devil Wears Prada sequel"
YouTube Link 2025-12-15T21:18Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Adam Scott on Innies vs. Outies From the Apple TV+ 'Severance Experience' red carpet: Adam Scott shares the differences in portraying Mark Scout's innie in contrast with his outie"
YouTube Link 2025-04-07T19:07Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Brittany Snow on 'The Hunting Wives' Intimacy Coordinators and Staying Grounded in Hollywood Backstage editor Jacqueline Tynes sits down with Brittany Snow to talk about her hit series "The Hunting Wives" her upcoming drama "The Beast in Me" and her journey toward self-assurance both on and off set. Snow opens up about: How "The Hunting Wives" became a breakout success and what fans can expect from Season [--] Portraying Nina in The Beast in Me a character built on secrets survival and being underestimated Why intimacy coordinators are essential and how they empower actors on set Finding"
YouTube Link 2025-11-11T05:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Rose Byrne on How Breathwork + Body Awareness Helped On 'If I Had Legs I'd Kick You' Set Rose Byrne explains why she tapes her mouth at night the power of nasal breathing and how breathwork shaped her performance in "If I Had Legs I'd Kick You." She breaks down using breath to access healing presence and emotional release on set in our exclusive conversation. Watch the full interview only on Backstage. #RoseByrne #IfIHadLegsMovie #IfIHadLegsIdKickYou #Act #ActingTechnique"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T14:01Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"Ruth Carney on Accent Bias in Drama School Director Ruth Carney recalls being told Shakespeare could only be performed in RP. She shares how moments like this made her question where she fit in the industry and why working-class voices and regional accents deserve to be heard. Check out the full interview on Backstage. #RuthCarney #Bias #Act #Acting #Director"
YouTube Link 2025-10-21T14:44Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Millie Bobby Brown on Her First Kiss and Wrapping 'Stranger Things' Season [--] Millie Bobby Brown reflects on wrapping "Stranger Things" Season 1the night of her first on-screen kiss. She opens up about the nerves the uncertainty of whether shed return as Eleven and how grateful she feels to still be part of the shows journey years later. Watch our full interviews with the cast of "Stranger Things" Season [--] on Backstage. #MillieBobbyBrown #NoahSchnapp #StrangerThings #ST5 #StrangerThings5 actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T14:01Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Inside Cristin Miliotis Audition Process Audition rooms were Cristin Miliotis school. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation with #ThePenguin star anywhere you get your podcasts. #Batman #Podcast #Advice #Acting"
YouTube Link 2025-08-02T12:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Casting Director Jesse Tannenbaum on Mike Whites Survivor Comeback Casting director Jesse Tannenbaum explains how Mike Whites return shaped #Survivors milestone Season [--] and why the cast felt so special. Watch the full interview on Backstage. #CBS #Talent #Casting #Director"
YouTube Link 2025-11-05T14:58Z 128K followers, [---] engagements
"In the Room With: Robin D. Cook on Casting Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Casting director Robin D. Cook discusses the casting of Guillermo del Toros [----] film Frankenstein. Cook reveals how Jacob Elordi stepped into the role of the Creature at the last minute what del Toro looks for in an actors eyes and how vulnerability shaped the films most iconic performances. She also shares practical audition advice for actors and explains how international casting helped bring the world of Frankenstein to life. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage guillermo del toro jacob elordi"
YouTube Link 2026-01-15T19:48Z 129K followers, 17.3K engagements
"Oscar Isaac on Becoming Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toros Frankenstein Oscar Isaac opens up about transforming into Victor Frankenstein in Guillermo del Toros upcoming film Frankenstein a story of creation defiance and the blurred line between man and monster. In this exclusive interview Isaac reflects on: Working closely with Guillermo del Toro to shape Victor as both scientist and artist The emotional and spiritual roots of the character pain rebellion and the defiance of death How the Creatures humanity mirrors Victors descent into monstrosity Studying real amputee movement to"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T15:21Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"'Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery' Filmmaker Rian Johnson on Josh OConnors Screen Power "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery" is officially on Netflix Filmmaker Rian Johnson breaks down why Josh OConnor was the guyfrom undeniable screen presence to leading-man spirit. A performance with heart range and that rare you cant look away factor. Watch the full interview exclusively on Backstage. #KnivesOut #WakeUpDeadMan #JoshOConnor #RianJohnson #Netflix"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T14:01Z 128K followers, [----] engagements
"Dwayne Johnson Dwayne Johnson joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dig deep into his transformative role in Benny Safdie's "The Smashing Machine." Johnson also gets candid about what it's like to work as a top star in Hollywood his earliest days in a wrestling ring why he wanted to make a pivot to more personal work and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-01T16:15Z 129K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Finn Wolfhard Gaten Matarazzo + Caleb McLaughlin on Ending Stranger Things Backstages Vinnie Mancuso sits down with Finn Wolfhard Gaten Matarazzo and Caleb McLaughlin to reflect on closing out Stranger Things after nearly a decade togetherfrom the emotional day after wrap to watching themselves grow up onscreen. The actors share their favorite film endings discuss what its like rewatching their own early performances and talk openly about the anxiety and beauty of saying goodbye. For young performers they offer grounded advice about keeping acting fun building passion before"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T01:06Z 130K followers, 12.5K engagements
"Top Audition Monologues for Actors Screenshot this list for your next audition 🤩"
YouTube Link 2024-03-08T16:01Z 130K followers, 180.8K engagements
"Michael B. Jordan Michael B. Jordan joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his Oscar-nominated performance as Smoke and Stack in Ryan Coogler's "Sinners." Jordan also dives deep into his first ever conversation with Coogler his acting process his favorite theater experiences getting emotional about anime and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:41Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Is Backstage Worth the Money So is Backstage worth the money We think so 😉 Heres why. Check out more here: https://bit.ly/3VSnpar"
YouTube Link 2024-03-28T15:32Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What are Casting Directors Looking for in Headshots A good headshot is when theres a photo and it looks like you casting director Benton Whitley (Stewart/Whitley Casting) says at the top of this video about everyones favorite topic. But theres so much more to creating a photo that both looks like you and gets you called in than just representing yourself clearly on an [--] x 10and stop thinking that your headshot should be the same as the photo you use on Tinder. Breakdown 0:09 - The photo needs look like you 0:27 - Glamour photos do not make good headshots 1:15 - Why casting directors hate"
YouTube Link 2016-09-13T22:22Z 130K followers, 122.2K engagements
"Feature Film Casting Now (+ Paying Up to $10k) This feature film is paying up to $10k and casting its starring roles Don't miss your chance 🎥 Expires March [--]. Seize this opportunity and apply now on Backstage. #CastingCall #Casting #Audition #Talent #AuditionAdvice actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T14:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Auditions and Casting Calls for Teens Actors of all ages can find gigs on Backstage Find our auditions and casting calls for teenagers here: https://bit.ly/3OtzXAZ"
YouTube Link 2024-05-24T14:45Z 130K followers, 130.9K engagements
"5 Things You Never Want to Say in an Audition Lets explore some things you dont want to say in an audition no matter what impulse arises You can check out more acting audition tips right here: https://bit.ly/3iLSHhx IB: amandaacting on TikTok Act Acting Actor Audition Casting Act Acting Actor Audition Casting"
YouTube Link 2022-12-14T21:02Z 130K followers, 685.7K engagements
"Paul Mescal on Andrew Scotts Influence + Chemistry with Josh OConnor in 'The History Of Sound' Paul Mescal reflects on the themes that drive his work love vulnerability and the challenge of self-acceptance. Mescal also opens up about his friendship and on-screen chemistry with Josh OConnor in "The History Of Sound" and why chemistry is sometimes just luck of the draw. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast interview anywhere you get your podcasts. #PaulMescal #Movie #Movies #Acting #Actor actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage paul mescal the history of sound"
YouTube Link 2025-09-14T13:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Shohreh Aghdashloo: 'The Stoning of Soraya M.' Interview Academy Award-nominated actress Shohreh Aghdashloo explains her role in the new film 'The Stoning of Soraya M' and also talks about working as a Middle Eastern actress in Hollywood films. www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting film movie stoning of soraya interview performing arts Shohreh Aghdashloo actor actress audition director jenelle riley zahra James Caviezel theater hollywood dreamworks oscar academy award nomination house sand and fog iran back stage backstage casting film movie stoning of soraya interview performing"
YouTube Link 2009-07-10T16:02Z 130K followers, 196K engagements
"Backstage With Millie Bobby Brown + Noah Schnapp on Ending Stranger Things and Growing Up Onscreen Backstages Vinnie Mancuso sits down with Millie Bobby Brown and Noah Schnapp to talk about the end of Stranger Things and what it means to grow up on one of the biggest shows in the world. They compare their favorite movie and TV endingsfrom Harry Potter to About Timeto closing out their time in Hawkins and share how they helped shape their characters final moments. Millie and Noah also discuss watching each others performances the scenes that still make them emotional and the unexpected"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T01:06Z 130K followers, 79.2K engagements
"Acting Scams: What are the Red Flags From hidden fees to promising fame and fortune the show business world is an easy place to get duped. But have no fear In this video Backstage Expert and New York acting coach Denise Simon shares what red flags actors and parents of young performers should watch out for. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Denise Simon Acting & Coaching: http://denisesimoncoaching.com/ Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Denise on Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2015-11-17T21:59Z 130K followers, 65.8K engagements
"Ariana Grande Ariana Grande joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to look back at the intense process she developed to play Glinda in "Wicked" and "Wicked: For Good" as well as what is next for her career. Grande also dives into studying Stella Adler technique working with Robert De Niro on "Focker In-Law" her love for the horror genre advice for all aspiring performers on overcoming self-doubt and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T16:13Z 130K followers, 13.9K engagements
"BackStage.com - Casting You Can Trust In this short video Assistant Casting Editor Sri Gordon walks us through some of the cool casting tools editorial sections and resume options now available on BackStage.com. Founded in [----] Back Stage is a trusted resource that has been helping actors models performers directors producers agents and casting directors for over [--] years. Check out Back Stage's website for casting notices and entertainment industry jobs news and reviews auditions industry updates and more. Supercharge your acting career with the new BackStage.com back stage backstage casting"
YouTube Link 2009-06-08T16:50Z 130K followers, 10.6K engagements
"Backstage With Rose Byrne: If I Had Legs Id Kick You + The Truth About Acting Up Close Rose Byrne joins Backstages Vinnie Mancuso to dive into her role in If I Had Legs Id Kick You. She shares how breathwork influences her acting why she sees acting as escapism rather than therapy and the challenges of performing in extreme close-ups. Tune in for an honest look at her craft and the lessons shes learned along the way. actor actress backstage back stage Rose Byrne Backstage With If I Had Legs Id Kick You actor interview acting technique breathwork for actors acting preparation Mary Bronstein"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T10:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"THR Actors Roundtable (Full Hour) Actors Jesse Eisenberg ('The Social Network') James Franco ('127 Hours') Mark Ruffalo ('The Kids Are All Right') Colin Firth ('The King's Speech') Ryan Gosling ('Blue Valentine') and Robert Duvall ('Get Low') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting acting actors roundtable interview thr hollywood reporter stephen galloway editor robert duvall get low ryan gosling blue valentine james franco [---] hours howl jesse eisenberg social network colin firth king's speech mark ruffalo"
YouTube Link 2011-01-25T16:08Z 130K followers, 779.1K engagements
"Dylan O'Brien Dylan O'Brien joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his remarkable dual performance in James Sweeney's dark comedy "Twinless." O'Brien also gets candid about the realities of Hollywood the highs and lows of his career why he'll never talk bad about "Teen Wolf" why you should be excited about Sam Raimi's new survival horror film "Send Help" and much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television"
YouTube Link 2025-11-27T16:15Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Teenage-Focused Casting Calls Right Now on Backstage Get access to almost [----] jobs seeking teenage actors right here: https://bit.ly/4cL1TZQ"
YouTube Link 2024-08-30T14:38Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Why 'THE IMITATION GAME' Has the Perfect Cast Now Playing: In "The Imitation Game" Benedict Cumberbatch stars as Alan Turing the genius British mathematician logician cryptologist and computer scientist who led the charge to crack the German Enigma Code that helped the Allies win WWII. See also: "9 Questions With Matthew Goode" - http://www.backstage.com/interview/9-questions-matthew-goode/ Interview with the casting director of "Imitation Game" - http://www.backstage.com/interview/recreating-code-breakers-wwii-england-imitation-game/ "Benedict Cumberbatch Praises the Cast of 'Imitation"
YouTube Link 2015-01-20T22:11Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Elle Fanning Elle Fanning joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss the intense experience of juggling two massively different [----] projects: "Predator: Badlands" and "Sentimental Value." Fanning also gets candid about the entire arc of her career navigating child stardom choosing roles and much much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both know-how and"
YouTube Link 2025-11-20T16:14Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Emmy-Winning CD Avy Kaufman On What to Expect in Her Audition Room Avy Kaufman's TV and film rsum is long and includes titles like #ABeautifulDayintheNeighborhood "Waves" "High Fidelity" and "Succession." She won an Emmy award for her work on "Damages." Avy will be talking about what she expects in her audition room. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2020-07-06T01:33Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What Do Casting Directors Look For In An Actor Breakdown -0:09: [--] things they look for -0:25: Why professionalism is important -0:35: What you shouldn't do Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply for over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting Like Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Backstage on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/backstage Follow Backstage on Instagram: @backstagecast Learn more about Mel Mack: http://www.melmackactingstudio.com Like Mel Mack on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MelMackActingStudio Follow Mel Mack on Twitter:"
YouTube Link 2018-06-11T15:12Z 130K followers, 205.3K engagements
"How to Master a Transatlantic Accent (Actor Voice Tips) The Transatlantic accent isnt just old Hollywood flairits a technical tool actors still use today. In this video we break down how actors can approach learning it for auditions period roles and character work. Perfect for actors looking to expand their vocal range and sound more polished controlled and intentional on screen or stage. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voice tips and casting insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage transatlantic accent how to do a transatlantic accent transatlantic"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T12:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become an Audiobook Narrator (Voice Acting Tips) Audiobook narration is a fast-growing lane in voice actingbut it takes more than a good voice to book the work. Perfect for actors and voice artists interested in audiobook narration or expanding their voice acting career. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voiceover tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage audiobook narrator how to become an audiobook narrator audiobook narration tips voice acting audiobook audiobook casting advice voiceover acting tips narration voice training"
YouTube Link 2026-02-05T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become a Movie Director in [--] Cinematic Steps Want to become a film director Heres our full guide on how famous directors got their startand how you can too. Read our full guide exclusively on Backstage. #Film #Movie #Movies #Director #Talent #Performance #Advice actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-06-27T14:46Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"THR Actress Roundtable (Full Hour) Actresses Annette Bening ('The Kids Are All Right') Natalie Portman ('Black Swan') Amy Adams ('The Fighter') Nicole Kidman ('Rabbit Hole') Helena Bonham Carter ('The King's Speech') and Hilary Swank ('Conviction') sit down for an hour-long roundtable discussion with The Hollywood Reporter. www.backstage.com"
YouTube Link 2011-01-25T18:06Z 130K followers, 826K engagements
"How to Sing Better (Vocal Warm Ups & Performance Tips) Great singing starts before you ever sing a note. In this video we break down essential singing tips for actors and performers including how to warm up your body and voice release jaw tension breathe naturally and use your whole body to express emotion while singing. From proper mouth placement to vocal warm downs these techniques help you sing with more freedom control and emotional impact. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert voice singing and performance advice. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to sing better"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T14:45Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Our Top Tips on How to Audition for Netflix Have you been inspired to audition for Netflix with the recent release of Stranger Things Season [--] as well as a number of other hot series right now Watch this video for our tips and head to Backstage.com for even more exclusive advice from current Netflix stars and casting directors. Backstage Backstage Casting Netflix casting Netflix casting calls Netflix auditions Stranger Things Season [--] auditions Acting auditions Backstage.com Netflix casting calls [----] Backstage Backstage Casting Netflix casting Netflix casting calls Netflix auditions Stranger"
YouTube Link 2022-07-15T15:29Z 130K followers, 52.6K engagements
"'Moneyball's' Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill Join Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill from "Moneyball" at a recent SAG Foundation panel discussion of the movie. Moderated by Jenelle Riley of Back Stage"
YouTube Link 2012-01-18T15:39Z 130K followers, 82.6K engagements
"How to Be the Best Extra on Set Being an extra is more than just standing in the background. Casting directors and assistant directors absolutely notice professionalism on set. In this video we break down how to be the best extra on set. Whether youre brand new or already booking background work these tips will help you stand out for the right reasons. 👉 Want more casting advice and on-set tips Subscribe to Backstage for expert insights from industry pros. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to be an extra best extra on set background actor tips how to be a background"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T14:23Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Self-Tape for an Audition Self-Tape Examples + Casting Director Tips Casting director Daryl Eisenberg breaks down everything actors need to know about self-tapesthen evaluates two self-taped auditions submitted by working actors. A CD and managing partner at Eisenberg/Beans Casting Eisenbergs rsum includes work on Broadway film festival darlings hit TV series and leading podcasts. She holds a BFA from Tisch School of the Arts/New York University and Playwrights Horizons Theater School. She is also a member of Casting Society of America. In this video: 00:43 - How would you describe the"
YouTube Link 2020-12-09T15:26Z 130K followers, 72.6K engagements
"Tramell Tillman Talks His First Day on The Set of Severance Tramell Tillman was terrified for his first day on the set of Severance. Listen to the full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast interview everywhere you get your podcasts. #Act #Acting #Tips #TramellTillman #Severance actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-07-11T18:07Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"A Directors Top [--] Tips for Getting Cast on Backstage Check out the full advice guide here: https://bit.ly/4asJRLK"
YouTube Link 2024-04-19T14:50Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Ethan Hawke Ethan Hawke joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer industry insights and performance tips that any aspiring actor will want to hear. Hawke also discusses "Blue Moon" his ninth collaboration with Richard Linklater and looks back on past projects like "Dead Poets Society" "Training Day" and the "Before" trilogy. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. Full of both"
YouTube Link 2025-10-09T15:21Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Expand Your Vocal Range (Actor Voice Training Tips) Your vocal range plays a huge role in how versatile and believable you are as an actor. In this video we break down how training your voice can unlock stronger choices on stage and on screen. Ideal for actors looking to build vocal control flexibility and confidence in auditions and performances. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice voice training tips and casting insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage vocal range for actors how to expand vocal range actor voice training voice exercises for"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Emerald Fennell Talks 'Saltburn' Barry Keoghan and the State of Cinema Emerald Fennell joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss her sultry sophomore feature "Saltburn" starring Barry Keoghan and Jacob Elordi. Fennell also dives into how she gets such unique performances from actors and why she has high hopes for the future of original cinema. "I think we're ready to be close to each other again" she says. "If everything before was about scale and an emotional distance when you look at all the movies this year they're very much about how we relate to each other." -- Backstage has"
YouTube Link 2023-11-23T17:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Oscar Nominee Michael B. Jordan on Which of His 'Sinners' Performances He'd Nominate With awards season in full swing Michael B. Jordan is revealing which of his "Sinners" performances he'd submit for a nomination. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation with the Oscar nominee anywhere you get your podcasts. #InTheEnvelope #Sinners #SinnersMovie #MichaelBJordan #Podcast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-29T16:30Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Get An Agent One of the most importantand difficultparts of becoming a professional actor is getting an agent. But how do unknown actors meet agents Acting coach Matt Newton explains the most professional way to contact agents and how to hopefully earn representation. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Matt at MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Find agents in your area at Backstage with CallSheet: http://www.backstage.com/resources/search/agent/ Follow Backstage on Facebook:"
YouTube Link 2015-10-06T19:41Z 130K followers, 206.3K engagements
"10 Monologues for Teen Girls âš¡ Whether youre auditioning going to an acting class or just rehearsing in your bedroom teens always need new monologues Find the full list of monologues here: https://bit.ly/44KcEv2"
YouTube Link 2025-05-02T17:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Behind the Scenes (Episode 8): with Henry Dittman Back Stage Film & TV Editor Jenelle Riley sits down with actor Henry Dittman to once again review upcoming movies based on their film trailers. This week's films include 'Green Zone' 'Remember Me' 'Our Family Wedding' and 'Repo Men.' www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting behind the scenes jenelle riley film tv editor interview Henry Dittman actor acting writer producer host green zone matt damon paul greengrass jason bourne irag movie trailer remember me robert pattinson pierce brosnan our family wedding america ferrara carlos mencia"
YouTube Link 2010-03-11T21:29Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Avy Kaufman on Casting 'Sentimental Value' Casting director Avy Kaufman breaks down why great casting can look effortlessand how "Sentimental Value" subverts expectations by turning an outsider into the emotional force that heals a family. Watch our full interview on Backstage. #SentimentalValue #Casting #CastingDirector #ElleFanning actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T14:00Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' Star Walker Scobell on Balancing Work + School Balancing school downtime and nearly year-long shoots isnt something most actors talk about openly. Walker Scobell reflects on filming "Percy Jackson and the Olympians" for nine months at a time the pressure to keep working and why stepping back can be part of the process. Find our full feature on Backstage. #PercyJackson #PercyJacksonAndTheOlympians #WalkerScobell #TeenActor #School actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2026-01-28T14:15Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Rian Johnson on Wake Up Dead Man and creativity Rian Johnson joins Backstage With to talk about writing Wake Up Dead Man building personal themes into blockbuster storytelling and reinventing modern mystery structure. He shares how directing Daniel Craig has evolved over three films how he casts actors who surprise him and why discomfort keeps him creatively alive. Johnson explains what happens when a script hits a wall what makes ensemble acting work and why filmmaking must always feel like a mystery. A must-watch for aspiring filmmakers writers and actors looking to sharpen"
YouTube Link 2025-12-11T10:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Jesse Plemons Jesse Plemons joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to dive deep into his performance in Yorgos Lanthimos' "Bugonia" (including his reaction to his character's explosive ending) his philosophies on acting the "Hunger Games" prequel "Sunrise on the Reaping" how his Friday Night Lights experience still informs his process and much much more. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-04T16:14Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"5 Backstage Casting Experts on 2021s Audition Trends - In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast With the entertainment industry still in flux due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic we at Backstage want to keep actors and storytellers informed on the latest trendsand how they can best pursue their craft in [----]. Our ""In the Envelope"" casting insider Christine McKenna-Tirella has assembled an international panel of experts from the Backstage casting team to do just that. Joined by Backstages vice president of casting Luke Crowe voiceover casting specialist Sonja Smith UK casting specialist Hannah"
YouTube Link 2021-03-11T20:04Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Become a Child Actor (Parent & Beginner Guide) Getting started in acting as a child looks very different than starting as an adultand parents play a major role. Designed for parents and young performers who want to enter the industry safely professionally and with realistic expectations. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice audition tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to become a child actor child acting tips kids acting career acting for kids child actor advice acting auditions for kids parents guide to child acting child"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T12:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Demo Reels: What New Actors Need to Know How do you know what's worth including on a demo reel and what immediately marks you as an amateur Backstage Expert and acting coach Matt Newton understands the dilemma and breaks down what makes a strong demo reel. Go to Backstage Casting to view and apply to over [----] roles: http://www.backstage.com/casting/ Visit Matt at MN Acting Studio: http://www.mnactingstudio.com/ Follow Backstage on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Backstage Follow Backstage on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/backstage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2015-10-22T15:35Z 130K followers, 201.7K engagements
"Slow Horses: Gary Oldman and Jack Lowden on Accessing Their Characters Gary Oldman is one of the most celebrated actors of his generation portraying everyone from the British Prime Minister Winston Churchill to Bram Stokers Dracula. His co-star Jack Lowden is one to watch having delivered star turns on the BBC miniseries War & Peace and the film Mary Queen of Scots. The two lead @AppleTV's #SlowHorses series with Oldman as Jackson Lamb a cynical MI5 agent and Lowden as his underestimated subordinate River Cartwright. The pair sit down with Backstage to discuss getting into character"
YouTube Link 2024-06-12T16:00Z 130K followers, 36.9K engagements
"'Sinners' Star Michael B. Jordan on Letting the Work Lead Michael B. Jordan talks about balancing visibility privacy and authenticityand why he lets the work guide when to show up and when to step back. Listen to our full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" conversation anywhere you get your podcasts. #MichaelBJordan #Sinners #SinnersMovie #Oscars #Podcast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan ryan coogler hailee steinfeld actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan ryan coogler hailee steinfeld"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T14:30Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Shakespearean Words Every Actor Should Know Shakespearean language doesnt have to feel intimidatingonce you understand the words the text opens up. Perfect for actors working on classical texts auditions or training. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert acting advice audition tips and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage shakespearean words shakespeare language explained shakespeare acting tips classical acting terms shakespeare vocabulary acting shakespeare understanding shakespeare classical text acting actor training tips backstage acting advice actor"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T05:00Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"On Set with Ariana Grande: What Makes Her Say 'Yes' to a Project Ariana Grande got real on set with Backstage about loving Kate Winslet chasing inspiring impulses and choosing work that challenges her. If you're excited to hear more tune into "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" THIS Thursday at [--] a.m. ET anywhere you get your podcasts. #ArianaGrande #Podcast #Arianator #Wicked #WickedForGood actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo wicked for good actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo wicked for good"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T15:01Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Get Cast in an A24 Movie Want to land a role in an A24 film Dive into Backstages latest guide Were covering everything including insider audition strategies and tips from stars like Florence Pugh and Steven Yeun. Check out our full guide exclusively on Backstage. #A24 #Movie #HowTo #Advice #Acting actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage"
YouTube Link 2025-07-21T19:06Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"When Michael B. Jordan Realized Acting Was His Future Happy birthday Michael B. Jordan Here's how he realized acting could become a viable career path. Revisit Backstage's full "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode anywhere you get your podcasts. #MichaelBJordan #Podcast #Sinners #SinnersMovie actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan michael b. jordan ryan coogler actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage michael b jordan michael b. jordan ryan coogler"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T13:31Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"What to Expect in Avy Kaufman's Audition Room Click the link below to watch the full Avy Kaufman interview: https://youtu.be/uRi__fLCuUc See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Backstage: Web: http://www.backstage.com Twitter: http://twitter.com/backstage Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/backstage Instagram: http://instagram.com/backstagecast actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood Waves High Fidelity Succession Emmy Damages Audition actor actress castings auditions"
YouTube Link 2020-11-02T19:38Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How To Stand Out in Acting Auditions Casting Director Tips Learn proper audition technique from casting director Erica Hart in her deep-dive Audition Insider seminar on self-tapes. Her performance tips and audition feedback will help actors nail their auditions and land the roles they want. Learn more about all of Backstages Watch + Learn Video Series at https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ In addition to improving how actors approach remote acting auditions Hart also provides insights into audition material pacing and how to impress with your acting choices. More from"
YouTube Link 2021-04-01T18:26Z 130K followers, 146.2K engagements
"5 Things You Want to Do In an Audition Weve shown you what not to do in an audition so now were here to demonstrate successful preparation and execution in the room You can read more tips here: https://bit.ly/3CzNCAa"
YouTube Link 2023-01-06T15:31Z 130K followers, 191.8K engagements
"Behind the Scenes (Episode 9): with Henry Dittman Back Stage Film & TV Editor Jenelle Riley sits down once more with actor Henry Dittman to review movie trailers for the upcoming films 'The Runaways' 'The Bounty Hunter' 'Greenberg' and 'Clash of the Titans.' www.backstage.com back stage backstage casting behind the scenes jenelle riley film tv editor henry dittman interview movie trailers actor acting writer host producer director runaways kristen stewart dakota fanning joan jett bounty hunter gerard butler jennifer aniston greenberg ben stiller noah baumbach sam worthington clash of titans"
YouTube Link 2010-03-18T19:35Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal on the Tension Between Loving the Craft + Promoting the Craft Paul Mescal often feels tension between tension between loving the craft of acting and struggling with the demands of visibility and promotion. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast episode on Backstage #Podcast #PaulMescal #Acting #Act #Advice"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T19:51Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How Ariana Grande Handles Acting Rejection If you're an actor who's heard "no" too many times to count you're in good company with Ariana Grande. In this week's "In The Envelope: The Actor's Podcast" episode she talks rejection and seizing career opportunities. Listen anywhere you get your podcasts. #ArianaGrande #Podcast #Arianator #Advice #Acting actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo ariana grande wicked actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage ariana grande cynthia erivo ariana grande wicked"
YouTube Link 2026-02-12T16:16Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Backstage With Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig: Inside Palm Royale Laura Dern and Kristen Wiig sit down with Backstages Jacqueline Tynes to talk about building the world of Palm Royale why listening is the most essential acting skill the power of vulnerability and the gift of learning from legends like Carol Burnett. They break down the craft behind the series second season share the lessons that shaped them and offer grounded advice for actors navigating early career challenges. New episodes of Palm Royale are now streaming on Apple TV. actor actress backstage back stage palm royale kristen wiig"
YouTube Link 2025-12-09T13:53Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Backstages Casting Insider Joins to Educate Listeners - In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast In the Envelope listeners are in for a treat this week as Jack is joined by Christine McKenna-Tirella Backstages casting specialist to give an update from the jobs market on Backstage: virtual auditions profile-building options and other insider tips that prospective subscribers may not know about casting particularly amid an unpredictable [----]. I want you to feel prepared I want you to feel like you can put your best foot forward and that you can really launch your careereven in a pandemic says"
YouTube Link 2020-10-01T19:47Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Paul Mescal Paul Mescal joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to offer a rare candid look inside his acting process. Mescal also discusses his chemistry with Josh O'Connor in "The History of Sound" playing William Shakespeare in Chlo Zhao's "Hamnet" and what it's been like during camera tests and rehearsals for Sam Mendes' four Beatles biopics in which he'll play Paul McCartney alongside Harris Dickinson's John Lennon Joseph Quinn's George Harrison and Barry Keoghan's Ringo Starr. . Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope"
YouTube Link 2025-09-11T15:09Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"Noah Schnapp Reveals The One 'Stranger Things' Performance That Always Makes Him Cry "One thing Noah Schnapp is going to do Cry at Millie Bobby Browns Stranger Things performance. Find our full feature with the pair discussing life after the Netflix phenomenon on Backstage. #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #NoahSchnapp #MillieBobbyBrown #Netflix #Finale" actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage stranger things noah schnapp stranger things [--] millie bobby brown casting crowns casting crowns songs stranger things season [--] gaten matarazzo actor actress castings auditions backstage"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T14:30Z 130K followers, 53K engagements
"Andrew Rannells Talks 'Boys in the Band' + Getting His Start With Backstage A beloved actor of the screen and stage Andrew Rannells is a knockout in Ryan Murphy's latest Netflix project #TheBoysintheBand a reunion of sorts with his buzzy [----] Broadway ensemble and director Joe Mantello. Join he and managing editor Benjamin Lindsay as they talk about the new project and how he got his start in this bizz the first place. (Hint: It's in part thanks to Backstage) See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars: https://www.backstage.com/magazine/series/the-slate/ -- Connect with Andrew: Instagram:"
YouTube Link 2020-10-06T16:28Z 130K followers, [----] engagements
"How to Make Your Voice Deeper (Actor Voice Training Tips) A deeper voice isnt about forcing pitchits about breath placement and control. Ideal for actors voice artists and anyone looking to improve vocal presence and confidence. 👉 Subscribe to Backstage for expert voice training tips acting advice and industry insights. actor actress castings auditions backstage back stage how to make voice deeper deeper voice training actor voice tips vocal depth acting voice placement exercises vocal training for actors voice control techniques voice acting tips improve vocal presence backstage acting"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T15:30Z 130K followers, [---] engagements
"Guy Pearce Guy Pearce joins Backstage's In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast to discuss his extraordinary performance in "The Brutalist." He also talks about his earliest acting memories how he's evolved over the years and his candid thoughts on balancing acting as an art form and a job. Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting from voiceover and commercial"
YouTube Link 2024-12-19T16:16Z 123K followers, [---] engagements
"How To Win A Series Lead Before It Goes To Casting With [--] clients booking leading roles this year celebrity acting coach Joseph Pearlman will show you what it takes to launch your career faster from anywhere in the world and land a series lead before it goes to casting. Learn how to market yourself like a celebrity. Get a career-launching game plan that delivers instant results and insider secrets from the industry's top movers and shakers. Discover how to supercharge your audition rate and guarantee audition wins. See Backstage's full slate of digital seminars:"
YouTube Link 2020-07-02T19:01Z 125K followers, [----] engagements
"A24 'Warfare' Star Kit Connor Talks Taking Risks A24 Warfare star Kit Connor explains why the perfect on-screen performance doesnt exist. Hear our full convo with Kit on In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast everywhere podcasts are streamed. #Backstage #KitConnor #A24 #Acting #Warefare"
YouTube Link 2025-05-16T18:39Z 125K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Become Internet Famous [--] Quick Steps to Being a Content Creator There are plenty of opportunities to make a name for yourself on the internet. Watch now to learn how to develop your social media audience"
YouTube Link 2025-01-23T17:11Z 123K followers, [--] engagements
"Diego Luna Genevieve OReilly + Tony Gilroy on Saying Goodbye to Andor Stars Diego Luna and Genevieve OReilly join creator Tony Gilroy to discuss how theyve grown their Star Wars characters over the last decade and what it means to let them go"
YouTube Link 2025-06-10T19:20Z 126K followers, [----] engagements
"Hailee Steinfeld Talks 'Sinners' Collaboration with Ryan Coogler Ryan Coogler kept the set of Sinners collaborative and safe Hailee Steinfeld tells us. Listen to our full In The Envelope: The Actors Podcast conversation. https://spoti.fi/43k0EiH #Sinners #SinnersMovie #HaileeSteinfeld"
YouTube Link 2025-05-08T12:30Z 125K followers, [---] engagements
"John C. Reilly on Self Tape Auditions For more than [--] years actor comedian singer screenwriter and producer John C. Reilly has built quite a career for himself in acting ("Step Brothers" "Guardians of the Galaxy" "The Sisters Brothers"). The industry as he knows it now has evolved quite a bit from his days a freshly minted thespian most notably in the realm of self-taped auditions. John stopped by Backstage HQ for a Backstage Live interview recently and shared his thoughts on how self-tapings are giving actors more of an edge in the audition room than ever before. Check out the recap article"
YouTube Link 2018-10-24T18:07Z 124K followers, [----] engagements
"Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Coolidge on Career Highs Lows and Legally Blonde [--] Twenty years after first uniting on Legally Blonde and Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Coolidge are clocking some of the best performances of their career. As Bradley Jackson on the award-winning Apple TV+ series The Morning Show Witherspoon (who also executive produces alongside co-star Jennifer Aniston) is as fearless and riveting as ever. Coolidge meanwhile is showing us exactly what shes made of with her turn on Mike Whites HBO series The White Lotus. Her Tanya is as left-of-center as wed expect from the"
YouTube Link 2023-10-23T21:33Z 113K followers, 28.5K engagements
"How Actors Can Overcome Rejection According to Chance Perdomo As one of the several young breakout stars of Netflixs Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Chance Perdomo is already well-attuned to the ups and downs that come with an acting career. Perdomo came by Backstage HQ to discuss his transition from the U.K. to U.S. markets and share advice that actors of all levels could benefit from. "It doesn't feel so painful when you love what you do" says Perdomo as he looks back on his early struggles as an actor. But as he goes on to explain in the video above it was Perdomo's love of acting that"
YouTube Link 2019-07-17T18:27Z 117K followers, [----] engagements
"Maya Rudolph Gets Candid About the Craft of Comedy Maya Rudolph joins In the Envelope: The Actor's Podcast for a masterclass on comedy. She also discusses season [--] of "Loot" and her return to Studio 8H to host "Saturday Night Live." -- Backstage has been the #1 resource for actors and talent-seekers for [--] years. In the Envelope Backstages podcast features intimate in-depth conversations with todays most noteworthy film television and theater actors and creators. This is your guide to every aspect of acting from voiceover and commercial work to casting directors agents and more. Full of both"
YouTube Link 2024-05-23T17:22Z 118K followers, [---] engagements
"How to Win a BAFTA With Your Student Film Imagine finishing your film course and winning a #BAFTA with your graduating film. What a way to introduce yourself to the industry Thats exactly what director Lowri Roberts did and in this hour-long Zoom session she going to tell us how. Join Roberts and Backstages casting specialist Hannah for an in-depth session where we breakdown the filmmaking process for her film Girl as well as how to market and distribute your student film and how to navigate the industry when you graduate. About Lowri Roberts Roberts is a filmmaker from North Wales. Her"
YouTube Link 2021-05-21T14:53Z 127K followers, [---] engagements
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