Join my conversation with the lovely... oh wait, it's just me this week! But I have your awesome questions to answer and the winner of the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking to announce.  What do you do when times are tough and things are slow? How can you best prepare yourself on performance days? Is passion enough or do you need talent?  All will be revealed in this grand finale episode. Let's celebrate as we … ROLL SOUND!
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Thank you to all of the special guests I've had this season. You have been wonderful in supporting this podcast and it was an honor to share your insight with the world! 
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Join my conversation with Butch and Julieann Hartman! This cartoon legend returns this week with the other half of the dynamic duo – his wife, Julieann. Together they travel across the states to host Vision: Possible conferences and together have written the accompanying book, Vision: Possible. What is a vision? How do I fulfill mine? Is it ever too early…or too late?  Let’s boogie on into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Join my conversation with Emily Rabinowitz! …. She’s back again! A Skidmore grad who studied abroad in London with the British American Drama Academy as well as with the Royal Shakespeare Company in Stratford. She founded her own acting school, Stage and Slate, and is skilled when it comes to advising young people who wish to become professionals in the entertainment industry. What does it take to be an actor? How do you find the acting coach or school that is right for you? Is there a better way to memorize long text? Let’s delve into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Emily Rabinowitz! A woman who said “yes” to the opportunities presented to her. She is back this week to give us a reflection on what a full career in the entertainment industry can look like – from childhood to high school to college (to LONDON) then to California and beyond! What does it mean to say “yes” to opportunity? What do you do when things don’t go as you thought they would? Let’s get into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Sarah Clark! A successful Chicago casting director of Compass Casting, an Emmy Nominated producer, and professional screenwriter. She is also the founder of The Forge (formerly known as The Blue Door Collective), an acting studio and film maker resource.  What crazy things should you prepare for if you want to become a casting director? What do casting directors look for in young talent? What is the most important thing for an actor to do? Is typecasting a bad thing? Let’s dig into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Butch Hartman! A cartoon legend having created shows such as Danny Phantom, Bunsen is a Beast, and Fairly OddParents (just to name a few)! He has had a long career in the entertainment industry as a voice actor, animator, artist, and producer. Having worked at Disney through a college program at Cal-Arts, Hanna-Barbera Productions, Inc. and later and most notably, Nickelodeon, he has a lot to share! What does it mean to be a cartoon show creator? How do you go from sketches to screen? Let’s fly into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Frank Samuel! A successful, self-made singer-songwriter and MTSU grad with an impressive discography. Having been a manager at Lab 32 and a recording engineer at Grind House in Fort Knox, Chicago, he has developed his skills and talents which he shares by mentoring artists to assist them in finding their way in the music industry. What does one need to start making their own music? How does an artist stand out from the crowd? How do you develop your unique image?  Let’s embark into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Emily Rabinowitz! In her long career in the entertainment industry, she has worked as an agent for power houses of the business such as William Morris and Innovative Artists. She also ran her own agency, Rabinowitz Talent Agency, before starting her own acting school and working as a District Supervisor to help fine arts students become professionals in the entertainment industry. What does an agent do? What do they look for in talent? When should performers get representation? How do you maintain a good relationship with your reps? Let’s dive into today’s episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

Join my conversation with Cathy Reinking! A successful casting director, teacher, and author. She has navigated both the L.A. and Atlanta markets in her over 24 years of experience in the industry. She is also the owner and founder of Your It Factor, a company that provides charisma coaching to actors and businesses. What is “it-factor” … and do I have it? What do casting directors look for? Let’s get right into our first episode to find out … ROLL SOUND!

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ENTER TO WIN! For a chance to win the book How to Book Acting Jobs in TV and Film the 3rd Edition by Cathy Reinking, email your questions regarding career advice or whatever has popped into your brain to: [email protected]

My favorite questions will be answered in the Q&A finale and my absolute favorite will take home the prize! 

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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage

Maisie’s Instagram: @maisie_merlock

The next generation trying to spearhead your way into the entertainment industry, LISTEN UP! This podcast is a collection of interviews from EXPERTS IN THE BIZ – ranging from casting directors, to acting coaches, to cartoon show creators and so much more. Get your burning questions answered on this podcast’s quest for industry truths, life changing advice, and how those we admire got to where they are now…from when they were young people like us! Hosted by me, Maisie Merlock, a young actor hungry to take ownership of my career just like you. The entertainment industry better brace itself…because we will soon be STEALING CENTER STAGE.
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Podcast Instagram: @stealing_center_stage
Maisie's Instagram: @maisie_merlock