Spotlight

Actors to Watch

Meet the next superheroes and other thesps about to break big including Rooney Mara, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Billy Gardell, Andrew Garfield, Chris Hemsworth and many more.

Spotlight on... New Media

From optimizing your social media skills to creating webisodes and uploading them correctly, Back Stage takes a look at new media tools for actors.

Spotlight on Los Angeles Acting Schools and Coaches

It's that time again for Back Stage's comprehensive spotlight on acting schools and coaches. Take advantage of this great resource to hone your abilities and further develop your acting skills.

Spotlight on New York Acting Schools and Coaches

It's that time again for Back Stage's comprehensive spotlight on New York acting schools and coaches. Take advantage of this great resource to hone your abilities and further develop your acting skills.

Spotlight On...Dance

Music relies on the pitches, dynamics, and colors of sounds, as well as lyrics, for characterization. But how is it done in dance?

Welcome to New York

All the inside information you need to live, work, and succeed in the rough and tumble world of New York City.

Spotlight on Representation

So, what's the difference between an agent and manager? The line between agent and manager is blurring. Back Stage helps explain the changes that can affect you.

Case for Space

Finding rehearsal space in New York is a little like finding a place to live in New York. It can be as tough as anything else in the city or it can be one of those "OMG, I can't believe my luck" experiences.

Headshots and Marketing Tools

From weaving a web(site) to saving face on Facebook, Back Stage explores how actors can make the most of their marketing tools and headshots.    

The List Issue 2010

From wise investing to vocal dos and contract don'ts, Back Stage presents "The List Issue," the essential compendium of insider tips and advice from across the acting spectrum.