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Marc Maron Changed the Comedy World With Podcasts

Thanks to the success of “WTF,” Maron books more gigs, sells more tickets, landed a book deal, and even has a series coming to IFC this year.

5 Must-Attend Events For the Entrepreneurial Actor at SXSW

SXSW isn’t just about film screenings and live music. Here are five opportunities in Austin that enterprising actors won’t want to miss March 8–17. (And after checking out all the fest has to offer, you’ll have plenty to talk about as you mingle and network with ...

Zach Braff On Film School at Northwestern

Zach Braff discusses the ways in which attending film school and learning how to work on the other side of the camera led to a more fulfilling and successful career.

Nyell Segura Keeps It Real (Slideshow)

Backstage member Nyell Segura is a nonunion actor who was cast in two films thanks to Backstage casting notices.

How to Act in Video Games: Noah Watts, ‘Assassin’s Creed III’

Native American film and TV actor Noah Watts took on his first major video game role as Connor, a Revolutionary War–era Mohawk assassin, in the hit 2012 game “Assassin’s Creed III.”

Backstage Launches New Online Casting Platform

Backstage.com’s new and improved online casting tools feature better job search, talent database, profiles, and more!

How to Act in Video Games: Jennifer Hale, ‘Mass Effect 3’

Voice actor Jennifer Hale, Guinness World Record holder for most prolific video-game actor, on playing Commander Shepard in the most recent installment of the “Mass Effect” game trilogy.

Amanda Hall on the Rewards of Taking Risks (Slideshow)

Backstage member Amanda Hall is a SAG-AFTRA actor who graduated from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and is represented by the Ross Agency and Sirena Models.

10 Finalists Chosen for 2013 Fox Writers Intensive

Fox has selected the finalists for its second advanced writing program, providing development and employment opportunities for screenwriters of diverse backgrounds.

The Keys to Recording an Audio Demo for Musical Theater

Tina Marie Casamento, owner of BroadwayDemo.com, on why and how musical theater performers should make a good vocal demo.