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'Downton Abbey' Star Dan Stevens Goes Uptown in Broadway's 'The Heiress'

"Downton Abbey" star Dan Stevens makes his Broadway debut in "The Heiress," alongside Jessica Chastain and David Strathairn.

How to Connect Yourself to the Character

Peter Jensen, co-artistic director of the T. Schreiber Studio & Theatre, shares how actors can connect with their characters.

Carolee Carmello Is the Reason to See 'Scandalous'

In “Scandalous,” Kathie Lee Gifford’s flimsy, expository musical about the life of evangelist Aimee Semple McPherson, Carolee Carmello works miracles in a must-see performance.

Backstage Predicts the 2013 Tony Awards Acting Nominees

We'll have to wait for Tuesday's nominations announcement for the official nominees, but in the meantime here are our predictions for the acting nominees!

Jake Gyllenhaal Hits Refresh

With new movie “End of Watch” and his American stage debut in “If There Is I Haven’t Found It Yet,” Jake Gyllenhaal says goodbye to the old and hello to the new.

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.

Benjamin Walker on Acting Drunk, Southern Accents, and Dream Roles (Exclusive Photo!)

This week’s Backstage cover star Benjamin Walker shares how he approaches his role in Tennessee Williams’ “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” and the best advice he has for actors.

Casting Director David Caparelliotis Shares Tips for Non-Union Actors

Caparelliotis of MelCap Casting discusses big names on Broadway, why he loves casting regional shows, and how actors can get to know casting directors.

Kiss and Don’t Tell?

Michael Kostroff delves into the issue of audition respect—and the kiss-happy readers who don’t give it to you.

5 Ways to Promote Your Play or Solo Show Through Facebook

Here are five tips to market yourself using social media, and ensure that you get some of your Facebook followers to come out from behind their computer screens and join the audience at your live shows.