Inside Job

Cirque du Soleil Goes to the Movies

Academy Award–nominated director Andrew Adamson (“Shrek”) on bringing Cirque du Soleil’s Vegas stage creations to big screens in his new 3D film “Cirque du Soleil: Worlds Away.”

Calleri Casting Looks to Actors for Answers

Casting directors James Calleri, Paul Davis, and Erica Jensen of Calleri Casting on auditions, résumés, and what makes a good CD.

Go Behind the Scenes With Broadway’s Standbys and Understudies

In her new documentary “The Standbys,” director-producer Stephanie Riggs reveals three talented Broadway actors who wait for their chance to share the spotlight.

How Actors Can Work With Film Producers

Hollywood film producer Tripp Vinson (“Red Dawn,” “Journey to the Center of the Earth”) on the producer’s role and working with actors, directors, and casting directors.

How Managers Help Child Actors and Their Parents

Judy Battista and Peggy Becker, owners and managers of Parkside Talent, share advice for child actors and their parents.

How to Handle Interviews as an Actor

Theatrical press agent Emily Owens on staying on the same page, the importance of having the facts about your show straight, and why connections are important.

'Suburgatory' Creator Advises Actors To Make Their Own Destiny

Emily Kapnek an editorial assistant at Backstage before going on to create the Nickelodeon show “As Told by Ginger” and to write for “Parks and Recreation.”

3 Tips for Comics for Finding a Bigger Audience (and Bigger Laughs)

New Wave Entertainment’s Brian Volk-Weiss shares his wisdom from 15 years in the comedy business.

How to Start Your Career as a Background Actor

Barbara McNamara, extras casting director for film and TV projects including “30 Rock” and “The Devil Wears Prada,” explains how background work can benefit aspiring actors.

The Importance of Diversity and Discovery in the Audition Room

Casting director Liz Ortiz-Mackes on giving breaks to theater actors and casting for diversity in film, television, theater, and commercials in New York City.