SAG Contract Expires Today
No strike authorized and probably not possible until August at the earliest. I believe actors will still be acting as producers and the Guild continue negotiating.
Midwest Independent Film Festival July 1st
The Midwest Independent Film Festival takes place Tuesday, July 1st at 6 p.m. at the Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2828 North Clark Street [Google Map].Labels: event
How to Play a Dead Man
Marc Grapey's notes on how to play a dead man include:(from Steppenwolf's Blog).
- Acting is re-acting. It’s true. Don’t react to anything on stage. You are dead.
- All great actors listen to their scene partners. You can listen, but you can’t hear. Once again, you are dead.
- Pee before you take the stage.
- Use the 3 seconds of blackout left after you get on stage to find the most comfortable position possible
Labels: inspiration, process
August: Osage County Won Tonys
'August: Osage County,' produced by various people and organizations including The Steppenwolf Theatre Company, won the Tonys for Best Play, Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Play, Best Performance by a Featured Actress in a Play, Best Direction of a Play and Best Scenic Design of a Play.Labels: trends
Interviews with Industry Professionals
The Acting Studio Chicago has put some Q&A interviews with Chicago industry professionals online. They've interviewed some directors, casting directors, agents and others.Labels: agents
Midwest Independent Film Festival June 3rd
The Midwest Independent Film Festival takes place Tuesday, June 3rd at 6 p.m. at the Landmark Century Centre Cinema, 2828 North Clark Street [Google Map].Labels: event
Paul Sills Past Away Last Night