Advice

Everything Matters

Speaking with Back Stage, Olympia Dukakis and Marco Barricelli touched on many subjects related to the craft of acting.

Yoga for You

Because so many different strands of yoga have developed over the years, how can you even decide which style is right for you?

Claudia Vázquez

In February, Vázquez saw a BackStage.com casting notice for an open call for Disney's "Touch of Magic," a family-friendly, interactive mini–musical comedy show that would be presented at Latino festivals.

Dancing Their Way to Injury

As the environment and schedule of the professional dancer intensifies, the body morphs in potentially damaging ways to attempt to maintain its health.

Diving Deeper

I found that I had a special talent in perceiving other people's feelings and making them feel better. I refused to let myself, or anyone else, fall into sadness.

Underwear Only, Please

I'm wearing a billowy blue mini-dress and heels, in full makeup, my hair prepped. I picked this outfit on purpose—so I can disrobe easily. Why? I have a commercial audition.

Aisling Quinn

In April, Aisling Quinn saw a casting notice in Back Stage for a staged reading of "The Day the Music Died," a musical based on Don McLean's song "American Pie."

Tara Henderson

After submitting to a casting notice she saw in Back Stage, Tara Henderson auditioned and was one of five people cast—out of approximately 700 submissions and 250 auditioning performers.

Gettin' Ready Rag

You only have a couple of weeks to get things done that could have a significant impact on your taxes for the past year.

December Decisions

While you are planning your New Year's resolutions, focus on getting yourself financially healthy for the new year as well.