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Marcia Shulman on Casting Vampire Slayers, Angels, and Grouchy Doctors

Marcia Shulman, who is based in New York City, advises Fox Broadcasting Company on key casting decisions and is responsible for expanding talent discovery capabilities both in and outside the U.S.

Don't Glamorize

When it comes to us reading unsolicited submissions, however, it does boil down to what is going on in that particular period.

Fair Wages? Are Actor Unions Fairly Serving All Actors?

There's been an alarming shift towards lower actor wages within the unions. And too many members of AEA and SAG have been complacent about it.

How to Cast an Equity Showcase

Since 2005, casting director Joy Dewing has worked at Clemmons/Dewing Casting in New York. Back Stage asked Dewing for her advice on casting your own Equity showcase in New York.

Actors Should be Prepared and Keep Chat Minimal

I always look at unsolicited submissions for feature films. Those are always exciting for me, because I could meet an unrepresented actor who is just the person I need for a role.

The Ugly of Our Trade

Sue reminded me of the harsh realities of our trade: If the actors were not making money for the company or, as in Peter's case, not an easy sell, then it only made sense to let them go.

It's Gotten Nicer in New York

New York commercial casting director Mary Egan-Callahan, of House Casting, originally thought she wanted to be an actor, until she landed a casting internship and fell in love with casting.

Loving the Process

Casting Director Antonia Dauphin talks about making choices, asking questions, and what gets you in the door.