Backstage

Consider this the @KekePalmer study guide. For our latest cover, @UCLA’s newest artist in residence is passing along lessons from 25 years of building a career on her own terms. Read the full story—and take notes—here: bit.ly/4k2cTJt

“The Cat in the Hat” hits theaters today! Bill Hader shares why staying true to a scene’s emotion makes for better comedy—and how experimentation kept his voice acting performance energized. Watch our full interview: bit.ly/3UHluqT

Memorization gets you started, but listening, communication, and resilience help you keep growing. Here's our list of 10 essential acting skills for you to master: bit.ly/4AXPzTa

A new month is a good excuse for a fresh start. Apply to this week’s trending gigs here: bit.ly/4fxEvC2

Sometimes the biggest star is just passing through. Matt Damon and David Letterman’s background appearances on #TheGildedAge got us thinking about the TV cameos and surprise guest stars we still talk about. Who showed up on your screen and made you immediately hit rewind?

If you're getting into user-generated content, or UGC, this is the guide you need. We break down seven UGC platforms, what they offer, and how to find one that fits your work: bit.ly/4rSduiS

Siân Heder’s new movie #BeingHeumann, on @AppleTV Nov. 13, shines a spotlight on one of the most underrated civil rights activists of all time. She and her cast tell us all about the life and times of Judy Heumann and the seismic sit-in for Section 504: bit.ly/4z2sJrA

Coming up on @InTheEnvelope: Anthony Ippolito, star of Amazon MGM Studios’ “I Play Rocky.” The full episode drops this Thursday at 11 a.m. EST—be the first to hear it here: bit.ly/3WHFr1i

Voiceover artists, this casting call is for you. ABC News is seeking talent to read memoir excerpts for a two-hour TV news special. Expires November 28. Apply now: bit.ly/4yRLxtl

Greg Focker is becoming the parent he feared. Ariana Grande joins Ben Stiller and Robert De Niro in “Focker-in-Law,” hitting theaters Nov. 25. Here’s what to know about the next “Meet the Parents” movie: bit.ly/4eDNMJw

From Batman’s growl to Rosa Diaz’s deadpan delivery, a deeper voice can change how a character comes across. Here’s how actors can make their voices sound deeper: bit.ly/4jd8eEq

Want to become a content creator? Start here. Check out our full guide: bit.ly/474rtZv

“The Gilded Age” cast is bringing the heat with these acting hot takes! Celebrate today’s Season 4 premiere with Carrie Coon, Donna Murphy, and more weighing in on acting’s most divisive topics.

Happy birthday, Toni Collette! Celebrate with a closer look at the instinct and versatility behind her work. Read here: bit.ly/4AG7jm9

Your perfect Halloween watchlist is here. These scary, strange, and iconic TV episodes deliver a complete spooky-season fix in one sitting for tonight. Which one are you watching first?

For Steve Buscemi, the work is the same—no matter how much screen time he has. The 'Wild Horse Nine' star shares his approach to supporting roles and why the best directors give actors room to take risks. 🎬

“Theatre” or “theater”? Both spellings are correct, but they aren’t always used in the same way. Here’s how to choose the right one: bit.ly/4yPnqMb

He’s back and sharper than ever 🔪 “Dexter: Resurrection” Season 2 premieres today on Paramount+, with Michael C. Hall returning alongside Uma Thurman, Jack Alcott, Brian Cox, Dan Stevens, and more. Will you be watching?

Backstage is saddened by the passing of Patrick Stewart, star of stage and screen known for the “Star Trek” and “X-Men” franchises.

Casting Director, Sarah Finn, wants to know the actor behind the audition. 🎬 She shares why she still prefers in-person auditions when possible—and what she’s looking for beyond a great reading. Watch the full conversation: bit.ly/4zExqsf

With “American Horror Story” back, we ranked the actors and characters who left the biggest mark on the anthology. Read here: bit.ly/3TZjPg8