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The 25 Most Powerful People On Broadway

For Backstage’s 2013 Broadway Power List, we asked more than two dozen New York City theater professionals to name the most powerful Broadway players.

Why Chicago's Comedy Tradition Is Unlike Any Other

How theater improv and the Second City helped spawn ‘Saturday Night Live’ and the Upright Citizens Brigade.

Steppenwolf Artistic Director Martha Lavey Puts Actors First

The head of one of the most successful regional theaters in the country, Steppenwolf Theatre Company, says the company’s success comes from its emphasis on its actors.

Chicago’s Storefront Theaters Are a Hotbed of Talent

Thanks to low rent and reams of young talent, the Windy City’s storefront theaters—including the Hypocrites, TimeLine Theatre Company, and Profiles Theatre—boast a veritable underground of undiscovered actors and potential next big things.

Understanding Union Rules and Labor Laws for Child Actors

When it comes to young performers, state governments and the unions provide strict guidelines.

The Backstage 2013 College Guide

Find the best college program for you with Backstage's 2013 College Guide!

Four Colleges Add Training Programs to Their Curriculum

The Boston Conservatory, Juilliard, Messiah College, and the University of Texas at Austin have all created new performing arts programs, offering aspiring actors even more chances to hone their skills before making the leap to professional careers.

How Joshua Leonard Fell In Love With Moviemaking

His interest in the early ’90s indie film movement led him to enroll in a two-month course at the New York Film Academy.

Film School Instructors Offer Advice for Performers Turned DIY Creators

As technological and cost barriers between actors and audiences break down, one of the best ways to stay competitive is to create your own best role.

Growth In Performance Capture Helping Gaming Actors Weather Slump

Developments in motion-capture technology, as well as new gaming consoles expected from Sony and Microsoft within the year, indicate continued growth.