How to Handle Rejection & Stay Motivated with Casting Director Stephanie Klapper
Submit a question!Rejection is part of an actor's journey, but renowned casting director Stephanie Klapper suggests we reframe how we think about it – not as a door slamming in our face, but as one color in the larger palette of our artistic experience. Join host Robert Peterpaul as he chats with the Casting Director about redefining rejection and staying motivated in the entertainment industry.This episode covers:• Why rejection isn't personal in a business that is personal • How merely getting an audition is a win today• Tangible tips for navigating heartbreak and staying motivated and moreSTEPHANIE KLAPPER is a New York based casting director and the founder of Stephanie Klapper Casting (SKC), an independent casting group. Her award-winning work is frequently seen on Broadway, Off-Broadway, regionally, on concert stages, film and television. Select recent credits include: the upcoming new musical, Mythic (Fall 2025 Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park/dir. Kathleen Marshall); The Crooked Cross (Mint Theater Off- Broadway Fall 2025); Garside’s Career (Mint Theater); The Night of the Iguana (Signature Theatre Center, Off-Broadway); among many others.A graduate of New York’s Music and Art High School (The “Fame School”) and SUNY College at Purchase, she is a frequent guest teacher and lecturer at many colleges and universities around the country, including NYU’s New Studio on Broadway, USC, UNCSA, Syracuse University’s Tepper Semester and ESPA at Primary Stages. She is a mentor with NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts Women’s Mentorship Program, and Fordham High School for the Arts.Stephanie and her team at SKC are passionate about arts education and working with creative teams to develop new work and expand the scope of established work. Connecting creative, caring people to each other to make extraordinary things happen along with working with emerging artists to help them develop their careers is amongst her greatest joys.Board Member: Casting Society Cares; Member: Casting Society; Jimmy Awards Preliminary Judge; Advisory Board: Say Gay Plays. www.klappercasting.com This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube
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Embracing Cold Reads & Releasing Self Tape Perfection with Lena Hall (Your Friends & Neighbors)
Submit a question!Tony Award-winning actress Lena Hall shares profound insights about the acting process, from combating self tape burnout to finding chemistry with lauded costars like Jon Hamm on Apple TV's YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS.Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, this episode covers:How cold reads can be a performer's secret weapon.Why external success (like her Tony award) never guarantees internal peace.What true onscreen chemistry between actors is really rooted in.How she built an authentic performance of a character with mental health challenges.The magic of working with superstar Jon Hamm and more!Lena Hall is perhaps best known for her Tony-winning turn in Hedwig and the Angry Inch. She’s also appeared on Broadway in Kinky Boots, 42nd Street, Tarzan and the revival of Little Shop of Horrors. Onscreen, she rocked 4 seasons of AMC’s SNOWPIERCER and recently returned to TV with the aforementioned YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS. Lena plays Jon Hamm's sister in the hit Apple series, which has already been renewed. This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube
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Casting Authentic & Kind Actors with CD Seth Yanklewitz (New Girl, Deli Boys)
Submit a question!Emmy-nominated Casting Director Seth Yanklewitz (New Girl, The Hangover) shares insights from his journey in Hollywood, blending wisdom from studio executive experience with his current return to independent casting at Yanklewitz-Pollack Casting.Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, Seth discusses his authentic casting approach for Hulu's Deli Boys, the importance of building chemistry in ensembles, and practical audition advice that can transform actors' careers.This episode covers:• Acting choices Yanklewitz likes to see in self tapes.• How he casts authentic (and kind) ensembles.• The vital industry lesson Sandra Bullock taught him early on. Yanklewitz has led the casting of standout projects like Hulu’s Deli Boys, MGM+’s The Institute and Netflix’s #1 hit Incoming. His acclaimed credits span both film and television, earning multiple honors from the Casting Society. Prior to launching Yanklewitz-Pollack, he was Executive Vice President, Casting and Talent at MGM and MGM+. This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube
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5 Business Principles Every Actor Should Know with Casting Director Rose Rosen
Submit a question!This episode of "How We Role" features a candid conversation with Rose Rosen, a casting powerhouse with over 20 years of experience. Based in Tampa, Rose has cast hundreds of productions, including the iconic film Edward Scissorhands. Listeners will gain valuable insights into navigating the business of acting, as Rose shares five "golden guidelines" for building a long and fulfilling career.The discussion covers:Crucial aspects of the acting world, like the importance of treating your acting career as a business.The power of genuine relationships over mere networking. Rose also demystifies the audition process, offering practical advice on everything from self-tapes to the often-overlooked details of your casting profiles. This episode is a must-listen for any actor looking to understand the industry from a casting director's perspective and elevate their professional approach. This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube
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Emmy-Winning Casting Director Julie Schubert: "Keep It Simple"
Submit a question!Emmy-winning casting director Julie Schubert (Netflix's The Diplomat) shares insights from her prolific career, offering actors a glimpse into what really happens behind the casting table. Alongside host Robert Peterpaul, the CD reminds us to focus on the joy.The episode covers:• How bringing your unique point of view to auditions can get you cast.• Why being kind and professional can set you apart from other talented actors.• Her hack for nailing a co-star audition.• Why callbacks are opportunities to enjoy the work, not stress tests, & more!JULIE SCHUBERT is an Emmy winning casting director based in New York.Select film and TV credits include: The Diplomat, Under the Bridge, House of Cards (Emmy Award for Outstanding Casting); Night Comes On (Sundance award winning feature), Deliver Us From Evil; Marvel's The Punisher; Marvel's Daredevil; Marvel's Jessica Jones; Marvel's Luke Cage; Marvel's Iron Fist; Marvel's The Defenders; Mindhunter; Confessions of a Shopaholic, among others. Plus working on iconic films like The Devil Wears Prada and The Departed early on in her career. This is - How We Role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.Follow Host, Actor and Producer Robert Peterpaul (Amazon's Sitting in Bars with Cake, The Art of Kindness podcast) on Instagram @robpeterpaul and learn more at robertpeterpaul.com.Follow Casting Networks on social media for casting news, interviews and more:InstagramThreadsFacebookLinkedInYouTube
About How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks
How We Role: A Podcast for Actors by Casting Networks, breaks down an actor's journey, one topic at a time. Join award-winning actor, writer and host Robert Peterpaul alongside industry talent and experts as they discuss how to build a successful career as a performer and beyond in the entertainment industry. From inspirational casting stories to practical advice on the craft of acting, tune in to expand your skill set and book that role. Get cast today at castingnetworks.com.
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