Standing Ovation

Jessica Lange Inspired Sarah Paulson to Act

Emmy-nominee Sarah Paulson credits Jessica Lange's role in "Frances" as one of the reasons she became an actor.

Tony-Winner Michael McGrath Shares His Favorite Performance

Michael McGrath, who won a 2012 Tony Award for his performance in "Nice Work If You Can Get It," is still amazed by Len Cariou's performance in "Sweeney Todd."

James Marsden on Dustin Hoffman in 'Straw Dogs'

James Marsden shares why Dustin Hoffman in "Straw Dogs" is one of his favorite performances.

Bill Hader's Favorite Performance

Emmy-nominee Bill Hader gives his take on the unintentionally-funny performance by Michael Palin in "Life of Brian."

Blake Ellis on James Carpenter in 'The Dresser'

Blake Ellis recalls working alongside James Carpenter in the San Jose Repertory Theatre's production of "The Dresser."

Gary Cole on Michael Shannon and Paul Dillon in 'Killer Joe'

Gary Cole relives seeing Michael Shannon and Paul Dillon perform in "Killer Joe."

Judy McLane on Zoe Caldwell in ‘Master Class’

Judy McLane, currently in Broadway’s “Mamma Mia!,” talks about seeing Zoe Caldwell portray Maria Callas in “Master Class.”

Matthew Trumbull on Denis O'Hare in 'Take Me Out'

Matthew Trumbull, who can be seen in "The Zebra Shirt of Lonely Children" at the New York International Fringe Festival, on Denis O'Hare in "Take Me Out."

Matt Smith On Peter Falk in 'A Woman Under the Influence'

Seattle-based monologuist Matt Smith says "quiet" performances like Peter Falk's in "A Woman Under the Influence" inspire him to act.

Jason Biggs on Judd Hirsch in 'Conversations With My Father'

Jason Biggs, who can currently be seen in the film "Grassroots," shared the stage with Judd Hirsch in "Conversations With My Father."