Patricia Clarkson on How She Finds a Character and Why She Doesn’t “Dwell on the Script”
Patricia Clarkson reveals how her thinking about a role evolves over the course of a production.
‘Hadestown’ Star Patrick Page Teaches Acting and He Can Spot Your “Tricks”
‘Hadestown’ Star Patrick Page reveals what he finds liberating as an actor and what he enjoys about teaching acting.
‘Days Of Our Lives’ Casting Director Marnie Saitta on the Hardest Parts to Cast and Her Advice to Actors
When asked what is the most challenging aspect of casting ‘Days of Our Lives’, Saitta explains that it’s smaller roles that prove to be the most difficult.
‘Riverdale’ Casting Director on Why He Watches Every Audition Tape
David Rapaport reveals that even though they receive hundreds of submissions for even small parts and only have 3 to 8 days to cast an episode
Casting Director Leah Daniels-Butler on Casting Sessions, Diversity and Her “Life Lessons” for Actors
Leah Daniels Butler speaks about her experience casting diverse projects and the best advice she can provide to actors.
‘Game of Thrones’ Actor Kristofer Hivju on Creating His Character, Tormund Giantsbane
Norwegian actor Kristofer Hivju spoke about his five-season run on the HBO fantasy series as the wildling Tormund Giantsbane.
‘My Fair Lady’ Star Laura Benanti Offers Audition Advice and How She Would Change the Theater Industry
When asked for her best audition advice, Laura Benanti points out that the individuals conducting the audition want you to succeed.
Sarah Paulson on How She Plays the ‘Twist’ in a Scene
“If you’re playing it that you suspect something, then the audience is going to suspect something” – Sarah Paulson [Please note: This post contains spoilers for the ending of M. Night Shyamalan’s Glass] By now most filmgoers are familiar with how M. Night Shyamalan frequently includes twists in his films,
How Does Ben Affleck Find and Create a Character?
Ben Affleck, who has played a variety of roles in his career, spoke about how he prepares to play his different characters.
How Did Lupita Nyong’o Create Her Two Characters in Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’?
Lupita Nyong’o explains that she approached the two characters she plays in Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’ from different physical places.
How Does Patricia Arquette Approach Characters That Appear “Horrendous”?
Patricia Arquette explains how she’s able to portray such despicable characters and why she believes that she’s doing the best work of her career now.
How Does ‘Game of Thrones’ Star Lena Headey Get into Character for Cersei?
Lena Headey on how she gets into character for Cersei — and she points to her wig as a critical gateway into the role.
How Did Chris Hemsworth Change His Mindset to Become More Confident at Auditions?
Chris Hemsworth explains that before being cast as Thor, he had a difficult time finding his place in Hollywood.
John C. Reilly & Steve Coogan on Creating ‘Stan & Ollie’
Reilly and Coogan on the choices they made in portraying their characters, prothetics and whether or not wearing 1950s underwear is necessary in their performances.
Aquaman’s Patrick Wilson on Playing a Super-Villain and What He Looks For in a Character
Patrick Wilson speaks about portraying the DC Comics super-villain and how he embraced the character’s motives and personality.
For Crying Scenes, Lucas Hedges Says “It’s the thing I stress out about most”
When Lucas Hedges has to cry on cue for a scene, it’s something he stresses about, but it’s something he’s developed a technique for in his films.
Viola Davis on Acting: “I think if it’s not costing you anything you’re not doing it right”
Actress Viola Davis talks about the challenges of performing, including how important collaboration is in acting.
‘The Good Place’ Star D’Arcy Carden: “Acting is so weird. And finding success in acting is so weird”
D’Arcy Carden explains why acting is only for people who really want it — and how Upright Citizens Brigade saved her career.
How Did Carrie Coon Prepare for Two of Her Biggest Roles?
Coon speaks about how she prepares herself for her roles, including the stage and television roles that she has received awards for.
Edie Falco on Her Career, Roles and Creating a Character
Edie Falco spoke about her career and explains why she feels so lucky when it comes to the roles she has been cast in.