Need Help Rehearsing Your Sides and Scripts? Check Out the New Tableread App
The tableread app has a scene looping function so that actors can select targeted scenes to rehearse or only the scenes that they feature in.
‘Drunk Stoned Brilliant Dead: The Story of The National Lampoon’ is the Greatest Story of All
National Lampoon doesn’t get as much credit as it should for what it did for comedy in the 70 and 80’s. With this terrific new doc out there, hopefully that’ll change.
Director Delicia Turner Sonnenberg and Actor Jorge Rodriguez Talk SD REP’s, ‘My Manana Comes’
Sonneberg and Rodriguez give the scoop about the show, rehearsing, acting in San Diego and more
Jadyn Wong Talks ‘Scorpion’, Auditioning and Working with Robert Duvall
“When I do not “jump and play” in the room, it is difficult to leave the audition in the room” – Jadyn Wong
Review: Moxie Theatre’s ‘Orange Julius’
The cast, led by both Hendersen and Jones, is outstanding. Hendersen, who never leaves the stage during the show, commands attention.
Robert J. Townsend Talks SDMT’s ‘La Cage aux Folles’, His Broadway Debut in ‘Mamma Mia’ and Acting in San Diego
In June, Townsend made his Broadway debut in the long-running crowdpleaser, Mamma Mia.
Review: Moonlight’s ‘Big Fish’
Directed by Steve Glaudini with a book by John August and lyrics by Tony nominee Andrew Lippa, the show is a treat to watch.
Actor/Writer Michael Laurence on His New Play, ‘Hamlet in Bed’ and How Acting Helped Him as a Writer
“Once we get into the performances, I try to put the writer in a box and just live in the moment.” – Actor and Writer Michael Laurence on his new play, Hamlet in Bed
Beauty and the Beast’s Austin Basis on Late Call Times, the Actors Studio and Playing JT Forbes
“You get to fully excavate and navigate and explore the world of the character that you don’t necessarily get doing a play which is 2 to 3 hours of a segment of someone’s life.” – Austin Basis on working on a long-running TV show
San Diego Rep’s Bright ‘Violet’
There’s a lot to like in San Diego Rep’s ‘Violet’, most notably, the fantastic group of actors under Sam Woodhouse’s direction.
Dustin Hoffman Teaches Acting in this Terrific New Masterclass
MasterClass is a new website that brings together people who are at the top of their game to give classes on their profession.
Ray Donovan’s Christy Williams on Working with Jon Voight and a “Bear” of an Audition
“For me things that didn’t happen quickly. It’s been a long process but it’s definitely been a fulfilling journey in the last year getting to do so much great work.” – Ray Donovan’s Christy Williams
D23: ‘The Originals: Disney on Broadway’ Blows Away Anaheim
At D23 was a panel called, ‘The Originals: Disney on Broadway,’ where Broadway’s original ‘Tarzan’ (Josh Strickland), ‘Mary Poppins’ (Ashley Brown) and ‘Genie’ from Aladdin (Tony winner James Monroe Iglehart) performed.
Corey Stoll on ‘The Strain’ and the Danger of Not Falling into “Melodrama”
Stoll talks about the show and his role, working with special effects, last seasons ‘wig gate’ controversy and more!
Adam Pascal Talks ‘Rent’, His Solo Shows, Bad Auditions and ‘Alleluia! The Devil’s Carnival’
“When I was growing up and it never occurred to me as a career path” – Adam Pascal on being an actor
Josh Zuckerman on His ‘Significant Mother’ and How Guest Starring Roles Are Like Being “the New Kid at School”
“It’s sometimes better to just understand the scene in your own words before you go to the actual words. It seems counter-intuitive but I think that’s the best thing.” – Josh Zuckerman on Auditioning
‘Listen To Me Marlon’: Brando’s Thoughts and Feelings Come To Life
Throughout his life, Brando recorded hundreds of hours of audiotapes that had never been made public until now
Jason Segel on His Role as David Foster Wallace in ‘The End of the Tour’, Research and One Uncomfortable Audition
“Well, you just deal with all the fear that’s telling you that you’re not going to be capable of doing this.” – Jason Segel on The End of the Tour
Samantha Mathis Talks ‘The Strain’, Her Advice to Actors and More!
“As an actor you just want as much as you can have to draw from to inform and help you build the character” – Samantha Mathis
Book Review: ‘How to Choose a Monologue for Any Audition’
The book begins with helping find your type and asking what kind of actor you are, how to play to your strengths when choosing your audition piece.