5 of Backstage’s Casting Experts Break Down 2021 Audition Trends

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“In the Envelope: The Actor’s Podcast” features in-depth conversations with today’s most noteworthy actors and creators. Join host and Awards Editor Jack Smart for this guide on how to live the creative life from those who are doing it every day.

With the entertainment industry still in flux due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, and 2021 shaping up to be just as unpredictable as 2020, we at Backstage want to keep actors and storytellers informed on the latest industry trends. Following up on casting insider Christine McKenna-Tirella’s introduction to the “In the Envelope” podcast last fall, this week’s episode features a roundtable discussion on how artists can best pursue their craft today.

Joining McKenna-Tirella for this deep-dive discussion is an international panel of Backstage casting team experts with their fingers on the pulse: vice president of casting Luke Crowe, voiceover casting specialist Sonja Smith, U.K. casting specialist Hannah Williams, and L.A. casting specialist Christina Kleppinger. They provide podcast listeners an illuminating update on the latest with Backstage, 2021 audition trends as evidenced by our casting notices from around the world, and advice for artists at all career levels. 

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“We all feel passionate about giving as much opportunity and information to both creators and actors as possible,” McKenna-Tirella says, asking each expert to highlight a currently active Backstage casting notice. If you’re navigating a life in the arts amid this uncertain time, tune into “In the Envelope” at any of the links below and let this conversation guide and inspire you. And as always, reach out to us with any questions via Backstage’s social media or email (success stories are always welcome at: igotcast@backstage.com)!

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