Recently I read an ad about a person that entered a film contest and was looking for actors to fill in roles that have yet to be determined due to the nature of the competition. I personally jumped at it when I first read the posting.

I usually like to participate in these types of projects as it is great to see the type of things a group of creative people can come up with and at the same type having to work and collaborate with others on such a short notice. Usually that could spell trouble if you are disorganized, but for the most part I have positive experiences and definitely meet great people and contacts along the way.

I have yet to participate in one of those 24 hour film festivals though. Although, technically the last film contest I was in sure seemed like one.

Back Stage sits down with actor-writer Anna Deavere Smith, a multiple OBIE and Drama Desk Award winner who may be best known for her multi-character, one-person shows.

Is it possible for one artist to simultaneously advance two professional careers, as both a dancer and a choreographer? Meet Darrell Grand Moultrie.

I'm shooting a guest starring role for the web series "50 To Death"
today. It is produced by friends Norm Golden, Joan Barber and Jon
Freda, and directed by Jason Sokoloff. Working on the series has been
a hoot- it is improv based, much like "Curb Your Enthusiasm" and is
about 3 seniors lamenting ageism for folks in the age range 50 to
death. I play a voice student who sees her voice teacher on the
street, and offer her my granny cart so they can carry their groceries
home. I get to be cute and funny- my favorite!

You can see the first two episodes on their website- http://www.50todeath.com
. My episode is number 6, which probably won't air for a couple of
months. Will let you know when you can see it!

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