Did you know that GLAAD has a report called “Where We Are On TV” which measures the presence of LGBT characters?

Today it's not uncommon to see one or more LGBT character on a television series. How do actresses feel about doing same-sex scenes?

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Being an actor is tough! It's not just memorizing lines and learning technique. It's a business that thrives on relationships, image and public appearances.

There hopefully comes a point when you're ready to take that next leap in you career. It's a scary, competitive world out there and publicity agents are available to help!

Below is some amazing advice and insight from M Public Relations in the United States & Canada and On the Map PR based out of Australia.More

Written by: Kelly Calabrese 

Leaping into nearly every artistic medium, dancers abound on Broadway, TV, reality shows, films, music videos, tours, commercials, award shows, and so much more. There are boundless ways to make a living as a dancer, and an exciting array of styles.

But… do you have what it takes to make a living as a dancer? And, can you rock an audition?

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As an actor, we never know what a Casting Director is thinking. We go in, do our audition, the CD says “Thank you, next!” and if we're lucky, we'll get feedback from our agent or manager.

Casting is much more than just finding the right actor. What else is involved in the daily ongoings of a casting director? How do they know which actors they're looking for?

Let's find out from the highly reputable casting directors; Adrienne Stern, Barry Shapiro and Cindi Rush!

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Written by: Kelly Calabrese

Attention all actors seeking representation – When it comes to landing a manager or agent, you must be ready and willing to put in some serious effort!

Managers and agents want to work with talent who fully commit to their work, who treat to acting as a business, and are passionate about building their career. They seek talent who continuously take classes to improve their craft, who pro-actively network and market themselves, and who create their own work i ...More

Written by: Kelly Calabrese

In the acting world, starving artists are those who are willing to forgo the stability of corporate paychecks, and certain material luxuries, in order to focus on their craft. The term refers to a hunger for pursuing excellence in the art of acting. It in no way means that an actor should work for ...More

The experience of children on set, whether it's for print, film or TV, can be very overwhelming for the children, parents / guardians and crew.

Child wranglers, also known as baby wranglers, are there to help bring a happy and healthy medium between the children and production.

Before we meet wranglers Joyce Whalen, Meryl Salzinger and Melanie Sawyer, I want to share a quick st ...More

Lately there's been an influx of Broadway actors coming to television and screen actors going to Broadway.  Think NBC's “Smash,” FOX's “Glee” and Matthew Broderick.

So just what is it about these entertainers that make us want more?  They're double threats!  They act, they sing, they make us realize that we have the opportunity to expand our talents.

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