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    After 'Oleanna,' Julia Stiles Seeks Lighter Fare

    "I do like to change it up," says Julia Stiles. After twelve years of Hollywood films, the actress sought to reconnect with theater. "I like sort of dipping my toes in a bunch of different mediums."

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    Annual College Guide

    In this week's spotlight, we discuss the varying paths young actors and dancers have chosen at colleges and universities across the country, what to expect after graduation, as well as a comprehensive list of undergraduate and graduate programs.

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    'Paranormal' Activists

    Neither actor even expected "Paranormal Activity" to be released: After playing the festival circuit, it was bought and shelved with the intention of being remade.

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    Learning the Business

    Kris Roberts knew from the time she was 12 that she wanted to be part of the NYU legacy. "Open up any Broadway Playbill and you'll always see at least one person that went to Tisch."

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    What They're Doing For Love

    A sturdy crop of young actors recently graduated from college theater programs has been giving stellar performances in musical theater productions across the country.

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    Calling All Los Angeles Actors!!!

    Back Stage is having its annual event Actorfest LA and is looking for people to be part of our street team and pass out postcards in LA on November 6th from 12-5pm.

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    Are the Disabled the Last Thought in the Diversity Business?

    Despite the presence of disabled characters on some TV shows, wheelchair-bound and other physically or mentally challenged actors on television continue to be anomalous.

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    SAG, Lawmakers Celebrate Anti-Scam Bill

    California Assemblyman Paul Krekorian and SAG representatives gathered Wednesday to announce of the passage of a bill intended to protect young performers from acting and modeling scams.

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    Stars Gather to Celebrate Stella Adler

    On Monday night, masters of acting arrived at the home of Antonio "LA" Reid to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Stella Adler Studio of Acting.

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    Nature Calls, Standup Title Eludes Dave Chappelle

    Dave Chappelle could be holding Hollywood's comedy endurance record if he'd only been able to hold something else.