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How to Get Cast by FX

FX president John Landgraf is changing the basic-cable landscape by taking big risks on untested talent in shows such as “Louie,” “Sons of Anarchy,” and “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.”

The Backstage Guide to Pilot Season

Preparing for pilot season? Backstage has your insider scoop for how to navigate the crazy time whether you're a newbie or an old hack. Check out our exclusive guide to pilot season below, and check Backstage.com for regular pilot season updates!

The Special Joys of Pilot Season in L.A.

Don’t worry about not having representation or a lengthy résumé. Agents like Secret Agent Man just love to help out passionate newbies during the busiest time of the year.

Casting Kids and Teens for Larry David’s HBO Movie

Sande Allesi Casting is casting child actors and adult stand-ins for “Clear History,” an HBO movie written by and starring Larry David that begins production in the Boston area this month.

How To Know When You're Ready To Audition For a Pilot

So if pilot auditions are in the cards for you this season, it’s important to have a way of working that not only takes care of the immediate needs of the scene, but will allow you to dig deeper and show the powers that be the potential of the ...

Now Casting Principals, Extras, and Stand-Ins for NBC's 'Chicago Fire'

Paskal Rudnicke Casting is casting principal roles and Joan Philo Casting is casting extras for "Chicago Fire," a new NBC drama series shooting in Chicago.

CBS Announces Date of 2013 Emmy Awards

The 65th Primetime Emmy Awards will air Sunday, Sept. 22, 2013, on CBS, broadcast live from the Nokia Theater in L.A.

3 Things to Know About Casting for Disney Channel

Carol Goldwasser, casting director of Disney series including “Austin & Ally” and “Hannah Montana,” on the challenges and rewards of casting kids and teens for children’s television, and what child actors need to know.

Think Hollywood Is The Only Place For An Acting Career? Think Again.

You may have better success outside Los Angeles. Learn from Casting Director Lana Veenker about the advantages of a regional acting career.

Why the Stars Seem to Own Pilot Season

Secret Agent Man doesn’t like it either, but there are important, business-related reasons why boldfaced names seem to land all the leads in pilots.