Screen Stars Jon Hamm and Calista Flockhart Make L.A. a Theater Town by Sean J. Miller

Productions of "Red," "Other Desert Cities," and David Mamet's "November" give L.A. actors a chance to strut their stuff on stage.

SOURCE: Backstage at 3:56am on July 11, 2012☆⚑

L.A. Drama Critics Circle Names New President by Sean J. Miller

David Nichols, a Back Stage contributor, tapped for L.A. Drama Critics Circle's top spot.

SOURCE: Backstage at 10:51am on June 22, 2012☆⚑

'The Exorcist' Turns to an Adult for Its Child by Sean J. Miller

With strict Equity rules, theaters like the Geffen use adult actors for the roles of children in shows such as "The Exorcist."

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:47pm on June 20, 2012☆⚑

Jason Alexander Speaks Out About Actors and Politics by Sean J. Miller

With a fundraiser for Obama co-hosted by Anna Wintour, Sarah Jessica Parker is the latest actor to enter the political arena, where performers face risks.

SOURCE: Backstage at 2:39am on June 15, 2012☆⚑

Celebrating the Tony Awards with Jason Alexander by Sean J. Miller

At the Actors Fund’s L.A. Tony party, Jason Alexander received an award while Annie Potts, Lorna Luft, Scott Bakula, and Bryan Cranston cheered him on.

SOURCE: Backstage at 10:51am on June 11, 2012☆⚑

Los Angeles Theaters Readying for Summer Lineups by Sean J. Miller

"Red," "Other Desert Cities" and "The Exorcist" are among the upcoming plays scheduled for productions at L.A. theatres.

SOURCE: Backstage at 4:37am on May 31, 2012☆⚑

L.A. Actors Tackle One-Man Shows at REDCAT, Geffen, and Other Theaters by Sean J. Miller

Los Angeles theaters are opening their stages to one-person shows as a growing list of actors use the format to further their careers.

SOURCE: Backstage at 5:30am on May 23, 2012☆⚑

Paradigm Promotes Three Staffers by Sean J. Miller

Erin Castellanos, Shawn Scallon, and Bradie Steinlauf are Paradigm's newest agents.

SOURCE: Backstage at 12:26pm on May 15, 2012☆⚑

L.A. Productions Eye NYC as Competition Heats Up by Sean J. Miller

Kaufman Astoria's potential outdoor studio is the latest reason more productions could flock to NYC.

SOURCE: Backstage at 3:35am on May 14, 2012☆⚑

Geffen Playhouse Mounting Stripped-Down Version of 'The Exorcist' by Sean J. Miller

The Geffen's version, which will be the first stage adaptation of the 'The Exorcist,' is sourced from William Peter Blatty's novel.

SOURCE: Backstage at 11:51am on May 2, 2012☆⚑