StarNow vs Backstage
Compare features, pricing, and find which tool is better for your needs.
StarNow
Casting platform with talent management tools
7.6/10
$9.95/month. One talent profile, unlimited applications. Free profile allows limited applications
Backstage
Casting and talent management for performing artists
7.9/10
$11.99/month. One actor profile, unlimited applications. Free profile is limited. Premium Plus is $24.99/month.
Verdict
Two affordable casting platforms with different reputations. StarNow at $9.95/month offers international casting with broad geographic reach. Backstage at $11.99/month offers 60+ years of industry credibility with strong theater and regional coverage plus educational resources. For most actors, Backstage's $2/month premium buys significant value: established reputation, better educational content, and strong theater market coverage. StarNow's international reach matters if you're outside US markets. Both offer similar core casting job board functionality. Choose Backstage for US theater work and career development resources; choose StarNow only if budget is extremely tight ($24/year savings) or you need international geographic coverage StarNow provides better.