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Zachary Quinto Talks ‘Star Trek,’ Coming Out, and the Return of ‘Heroes’

The movie Vulcan has had a buzzy year, with turns on “American Horror Story: Asylum” and the upcoming “Star Trek Into Darkness”—but he spent years worrying about his career.

4 Acting Tips On Starting and Sustaining a Career From Moises Arias

Arias steals scenes as the offbeat, eccentric Biaggio in "Kings of Summer." The young actor spoke to Backstage about his blossoming career, and how he hopes to maintain it into old age.

5 Acting Lessons From ‘42’ Star Andre Holland

For Holland, who is known for his prolific New York stage career (including "Joe Turner's Come and Gone" on Broadway), "42" marks a big moment. We chatted with the actor about how he landed the part, making the film, and what he learned along the way.

5 Tips From David Cross on Having a Scene-Stealing Career

In his latest film, “It’s a Disaster,” he manages to stand out in a cast that includes Julia Stiles and America Ferrara while doing something new—playing the straight man. Cross spoke to us about how he built a career as a scene stealer.

Bebe Wood Is the ‘New Normal’ for Child Stars

Funny and charming, Wood has secured a place for herself in the biz with her huge talent—and one killer Little Edie Beale impression.

Bebe Wood on the Cover of Backstage Kids' Issue!

The talented Bebe Wood of "The New Normal" hits our April 4 cover! Here's a sneak peak at the story, which hits newstands tomorrow!

Eva Mendes Breaks Out of the Bombshell Box

A rollicking sit-down conversation with the star of Derek Cianfrance’s “The Place Beyond the Pines,” who proves that despite her gritty performance, she just wants to have fun.

6 Acting Lessons From 'Last Five Years' Star Betsy Wolfe

We chatted with Wolfe for this week's cover story, and she shares some of her best inspiration and advice for actors.

'Peeples' Star Kali Hawk on Her College Experience

Hawk, who will be seen in the upcoming “Peeples,” talks about her early training at State University of New York at Purchase and the Groundlings.

Lisa Donovan Makes Art Happen At Maker Studios

Maker Studios isn’t just a production company composed of some 300 staffers, 10,000 YouTube channels, and 70,000 square feet of Culver City studio and office space. It’s Donovan’s baby. She co-founded Maker in 2009 with her brother Ben Donovan and fiancé Danny Zapin.