Dakota Fanning on Outgrowing the ‘Child Actor’ Label and Finding Freedom on Set
Fanning also reflects on her two-decade career, and the surprising insights she gained from directing her first short film.
CROSS’ Isaiah Mustafa on Chemistry with Aldis Hodge, Preparation and Bringing Real Issues to the Show
Mustafa reveals how he tried to bring depth to his role and tackling intense character moments.
Inside the Making of ‘My Old Ass’: An Interview with Aubrey Plaza and Maisy Stella
Plaza, Stella, and director Megan Park chat about the creative process of portraying the same character across two ages, revealing how Plaza and Stella connected to bring depth and authenticity to their character.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus on Bringing Truth to Every Performance
Julia Louis-Dreyfus opens up about her career, her approach to authentic storytelling, and what drives her role choices—from indie films to Marvel blockbusters.
Interview: Shelley Wyant on the Power of Masks
Wyant discusses the transformative power of masks in acting and shares her insights on how masks unlock creativity in both performance and personal growth.
Interview: Emily Koch and Jim Hogan Step into the Spotlight in “Kimberly Akimbo” National Tour
Koch and Hogan, once standbys in “Kimberly Akimbo”, now take center stage as the hit musical embarks on its first National Tour.
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Casting Director: “You want to get the soul and feeling of people”
Casting Director Ellen Lewis focused on capturing the essence of real-life characters for the film and praises Scott Shepherd as a “remarkable” actor.
Interview: Cam Gigandet and Jack Kilmer on Mermaids and Villainy in “The Tower”
Kilmer and Gigandet dive into “The Tower,” a mermaid story set in a suburban world from writer/director Adam Sigal.
Interview: Peter Macon and Kevin Durand Share Stories from “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes”
The actors share their excitement of stepping into their roles and the freedom of motion capture.
Mastering the Art of Auditioning: Preparation, Letting Go, and Bold Choices
Acting Teacher Michelle Danner shares key insights about auditioning that she’s learned through her experiences as a teacher and from working with students.
The Voice Actors Behind the Characters of ‘Cradle’: Phil LaMarr, Morla Gorrondona and Maxine Phoenix
LaMarr, Gorrondona and Phoenix talk about their roles on this highly anticipated animated series.
Interview: Acting Coach Terry Knickerbocker and His Process of Coaching Actors Like Daniel Craig and Sam Rockwell
Knickerbocker shares his process of coaching different actors, the importance of tailoring his approach to their needs, and why great performances often come from collaboration.
Inside the Casting Process: Geoff Josselson on Discovering and Supporting New Talent
The veteran casting director shares insights from his two-decade career in theater casting, including Broadway.
What Does Cillian Murphy Believe is an Actor’s Most Essential Tool?
Murphy points out that it is important for him to feel empathy for his characters, even if he doesn’t agree with their actions.
Interview: M.C. Gainey Goes Behind the Scenes on Hindsight: The Day Before
Gainey talks about the series, voice acting and how they created this unique audio experience.
Interview: Patrick Fabian and the Cast of “The Way We Speak”: Debating, Preparing, and Bringing Characters to Life
Fabian, Kailey Rhodes, Diana Coconubo and director Ian Ebright discuss filming debate scenes, preparation, and the organic development of their characters.
Carrie Preston on ‘Elsbeth’ and When the “Alchemy Between the Writing and the Actor Started to Gel”
Preston recalls her first appearance on ‘The Good Wife’, remembering that she “was there as a guest to serve the bigger story, so I didn’t know how far I was being encouraged to go.”
How Does Paul Rudd Memorize His Lines?
During an appearance on Alan Alda’s podcast, Rudd revealed his method for learning lines
Mark Ruffalo on Comedic Acting and the Challenges of a Motion-Capture Suit
Ruffalo points out that acting in from of a green screen has close parallels to theater training.
What Does Colman Domingo Think are His Strengths as an Actor?
“I didn’t go to graduate school for acting. I learned everything by being in rooms and watching rehearsals I wasn’t even called for because I was learning,” Domingo said.