Yahya Abdul-Mateen II on Creating a Character, Aaron Sorkin and His Audition Secret
Yahya Abdul-Mateen spoke about how he gets into character, The Trial of the Chicago 7 and shares some acting advice.
Hugh Grant on Comedy, Character Acting and His Process of Creating a Role
Hugh Grant talks about character actor work that he had done early in his career and why comedy is more challenging for an actor than drama.
Tom Hanks on Why “So Many Actors Are Stark Raving Nuts” and Why He Rails “Against Backstory”
Tom Hanks on why he feels his roles do not necessarily inform each other and how backstory can get in the way of a film’s narrative.
Gillian Anderson on Getting Into Character and Donald Sutherland’s Acting Advice
Gillian Anderson talks about getting into character and what she learned from Donald Sutherland about preventing first day jitters on a set.
How Does Hugh Grant Create a Character?
Hugh Grant admits he couldn’t do much research into playing a scoundrel outside of reading the script.
Filmmaker Sean Durkin on How He Works with Actors and the Importance of Developing “Trust”
Director Sean Durkin spoke about his approach to working with actors and the importance of directors developing trust with actors.
‘Marvelous Mrs. Maisel’ Casting Director Cindy Tolan on Finding Actors and What She Wants You to Know Before Auditioning
Casting Director Cindy Tolan shares something that she hopes more actors know: not being cast doesn’t mean that you did something wrong.
How a Casting Director’s Advice Helped ‘Ozark’ Star Julia Garner After a Bad Audition
Julia Garner reflected on a failed audition early in her career that led her to more meaningful work as an actress.
Jodie Foster’s Acting Tips: Break Down the Process, Use Body Language and More
Jodie Foster is one of the many actors who has shared knowledge about their craft and one of her lessons focus on her tips for actors.
William Sadler on ‘Bill & Ted 3’ and His Most Excellent Advice for Actors
William Sadler leapt at the chance to play Death again and also shares advice about acting and saving money that he gives to young actors.
How Does Emmy Winner Billy Crudup Prepare for His ‘The Morning Show’ Character?
To portray such a manipulative character, Billy Crudup has plotted his character’s actions to a minute level of detail.
Two Huge Things Better Call Saul’s Rhea Seehorn Has Learned Since Joining the Series
Rhea Seehorn has had the opportunity to grow as an actress since starring on Better Call Saul, especially since she’s best known for sitcoms.
Laura Linney on Preparing for a Scene and the Importance of Knowing a Character Arc
Laura Linney credits the extensive information given to her about her character’s arc as one of the reasons for her portrayal of Wendy.
‘Stranger Things’ Casting Director Carmen Cuba on the Challenges of Adding Actors to Established Ensembles
Casting Director Carmen Cuba talks about working with the Duffer Brothers and the challenge of introducing new characters and actors to an ensemble series.
Jason Bateman on How He Directs Actors and His Advice on Acting for the Camera
Jason Bateman on how his experience as an actor influences the way he directs actors on set and what role a director plays in an actor’s performance.
Interview: Becky Ann Baker on Her Career, Audition Tips and the New Short, ‘Nightfire’
Becky Ann Baker chats about Nightfire, her career and why she’s had staying power, audition tips and why she hates self-tapes.
Kerry Washington on Finding Her Characters and the Importance of Getting the Right Shoes
Kerry Washington talks about the role that posture played in her portrayal of Olivia Pope and Anita Hill in the 2016 HBO movie Confirmation.
What Does Patrick Stewart Say Before Walking Onstage That “Takes Away Anxiety and Stress and Worry”?
When it comes to the best acting advice he ever received, Patrick Stewart admits that it took him decades to fully understand it.
One Acting Goal ‘This Is Us’ Star Sterling K. Brown Uses for All of His Characters
Actor Sterling K. Brown shared something he learned while in graduate school about acting that has helped him on the hit NBC show, ‘This Is Us’.
When Playing Real People, It’s All About Research and Interpretation for Willem Dafoe
Willem Dafoe spoke about portraying real-life figures in many of his films and how Wes Anderson could probably convince him to play just about any role.