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Reddit · 25 Nov 2020
The SAG-AFTRA Young Performers Handbook has been extensively updated and expanded. I really consider this a must-read for any parent (and older child) in the business, even (especially!) if your child is not in the union. Chapters include union eligibility, work permits, Coogan accounts, the casting process, safety, an…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
Ive wanted to get into voice over since I was 10 years old. I’m a theater kid so I’ve been around the industry my whole life. I’ve been working one on one with a voice coach, who is a current working voice actress, once a week for about 7 years. She has helped me in lots of ways, but I’m no closer to even having a demo…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
So I wrote and produced a web series about two women trying to navigate life in East Los Angeles while dealing with their insane friends and family. The first episode just went up. We have five more in the can and a lot more being worked on. We're a no budget production but with great scripts and some really talented p…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
I have acting training but I wouldn't call myself a TRAINED actor. I've done live theatre ish and a few other gigs here and there. I've never worked with an acting coach until today. She was so nice and very helpful! I just feel bad about it. I'm not sure if they usually have lots of notes or what. Is this usual? She w…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
I've just turned 19 and lately I've really been considering what I want in life, and I think acting is the way I want to go. I'm just not sure if I should seriously pursue acting. I'm in the PNW right now, near a big city, but it doesn't seem to be a huge market with COVID and all. I'm in college right now (freshman) a…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
Hey there. I'm an Indian who is extremely passionate about Drama and Films. After having done a Bachelors in Commerce, I seek admission in LAMDA. I've read up online ( Not heard from anyone since I don't have any friends who want to apply to UK for Dramatic arts) that LAMDA, RADA, etc are extremely difficult to get int…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
For those that didn't see it, here's the full email (I've highlighted the bit I was most interested in): "Launched in 2011, the Audiobook Creation Exchange has paved the way for exponential growth in audiobook production and consumption, today supplying over 200 audiobooks in store per day to Audible, Amazon, and iTune…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
Hi everyone. I live in Toronto, and sent my materials (headshots, resume, demo) out to agencies about a week before the worldwide lockdown in March. Awful timing. 1 agency got back to me and nothing came to fruition from it. A lot of my friends told me not to worry it’s not my fault it’s just that agencies are downsizi…
Reddit · 24 Nov 2020
Hey guys, So I'm currently in LA and will be for the foreseeable future and I'm looking to enroll in a Foundational acting conservatory in the city. I've never really had a formal acting education, so I'm looking to learn an acting technique (or multiple techniques) so I can have something to rely on when I'm acting. M…
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
Hi all, I’m a singer/new actress and JUST signed with an agency. No prior experience in this industry aside. I understand a little of it from having relatives/friends in the industry. Aside from 800casting, what sites are you using for auditions for tv/film? Reviews on 800casting?
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
What do you think about using the actors getting your roles for a style guide? Do you think casting directors really care or even notice how we are dressing? Check out my video I would love your honest opinion. [https://youtu.be/kKVPJdlICWo](https://youtu.be/kKVPJdlICWo) [Audition wardrobe on a budget ](https://preview…
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
Hi, I'm 16 and I want to become an actor. I've been watching movies to try and see what actors do that makes them so good and I was wondering what movies I should watch.. Recently I've watched some Drama but any genre works (except romance, just not my thing..)
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
Just curious what the consensus will turn out to be.
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
Has anyone submitted to Talent Search on Actor’s Access and had success on signing with an agent/manager?
Reddit · 23 Nov 2020
I’m a filmmaker looking to hire a well known actor for an audiobook. His agent sent the above to me. I get the offer in writing part - hopefully that means just a first option confirmation to the actor in an email and not some more official doc?! What I’m struggling to understand and can’t find online is why ‘with all…
Reddit · 22 Nov 2020
Hello, actor friends! My name is Shawn, and I am looking to direct a virtual production of the play, "Stop Kiss," as mentioned in my title. I'm not working for a production company, and this isn't a paid gig. I'm simply looking to do something artistic and fun (but also with a sense of professionalism). Again, this is…
Reddit · 22 Nov 2020
So I read this article that claims that the average voice actor earns over $91,000, and can even make six figures via a career in voice acting. https://bunnystudio.com/blog/library/voice-over/voice-actor-salary-how-much-does-this-job-pay/ This sounds too good to be true. Are there any voice actors here who can speak fr…
Reddit · 22 Nov 2020
After years of working with actors and coaches I have come to this conclusion, and would love to know if you agree. You must be born with the aptitude to improve an already inherent ability to act. You either have this, or you do not. I have worked with countless ambitious actors who never had this inherent gene to act…
Reddit · 22 Nov 2020
Hello, im a male teen actor who can play ages 15 - 19 best, would ear piercings hinder or help my career and would it be better to get one or both?
Reddit · 22 Nov 2020
For those of you that have had some fortunate years in the business, I was wondering what it was like getting that first equity role. I am curious because I understand the struggle and the frustration and the almost unhealthy determination after every failure to book another audition. However, I haven’t landed any paid…
Reddit · 21 Nov 2020
I’ve been thinking about my future as a voice actor lately, and from what I gather places like Texas or LA are the best places to go to pursue it as a career, but I don’t want to move that far away, but at the same time it will probably help me be successful. My question is if most companies are based in only one locat…
Reddit · 21 Nov 2020
I'm looking for someone with a good Charles Martinet voice impression. I work in the field of voice synthesis (tts, lyrics) and voice conversion (Mission Impossible-style transformation of a person's voice). I want to build a clone of Mario's voice. I want to find an impersonator that can mimic Mario's voice convincing…
Reddit · 21 Nov 2020
Sorry if this is a really stupid question, I know absolutely nothing about the craft and didn’t know where to ask but... If an actor/actress plays multiple roles in a job, for instance, Nina Dobrev playing 2 separate characters in the Vampire Diaries. Do they have to be paid extra, is it solely based on lines/screen ti…
Reddit · 21 Nov 2020
Hey all, I'm Josh Dyton. I'm a voice actor and have just got around to writing a short episodic story (Part 1 and part 2 at the moment ) I voiced all characters and did all of the editing myself. I'll leave both of the links here to both parts. I'd love to get some feedback on these and to know if you enjoyed them. [ht…
Reddit · 21 Nov 2020
Okay so this always bugs me. Whenever I get a self-tape audition (which is a lot now because of covid), I always feel the need to submit for it AS SOON as I get the script. I always have this anxiety that they’re gonna find the person right away and not even look at anyone else, or that it looks bad if I wait too long.…
Stage 32 · 20 Nov 2020
I am looking to do a table read with actors of my script, The Docks. It is a mob film with a very diverse cast that embraces multiple communities not just the Italian community. In need of multiple males females and a couple of teens. Also, need a narrator to read the actions and scene headings. Of course this is a non…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
I’ve always been curious about acting and wanted to see if it’s for me. I am leaning towards more TV and film rather than Theatre. Here is a series of questions I have that some of you may be able to help me with (also I know some of the questions are not where I am right now in this career but I would still like to kn…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
Still a teenager but I've always dreamed to become an actress. The first time I told my parents was, when I was like 8, they said I was too young. The second time, when I was 13, my parents were against it and my father then told my homeroom teacher about me wanting to be an actress, so that she pursue me from starting…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
Hey guys little backstory, I’m new to this and just signed to agency at end of august, I’ve had about 8 or 9 self tape audition and haven’t booked anything yet. I was going to email my agent today or tomorrow that i won’t be available for any audition that rehire shooting dec 7-14 due my final exams. but i woke up this…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
So [this](https://youtu.be/ErLrdeEx4m8) is the kind of thing I mean, I mean obviously this is exaggerated for comedic effect but I remember doing similar exercises in drama classes in primary school and I hadn't realised they were actually used in adult drama classes too. I guess the way to train to be a better actor i…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
Hello - I'm working on small indie production. I'm not unfamiliar with casting, but I have been doing it mostly myself. Now, I'm working with three different voice actors, and each has their own definition of what constitutes as a "line" (for their rates.) I've searched high and low, and can't find a solid answer: What…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
Basic info to know going in: \- I was a child actor but took a long hiatus to go to college and work. I started acting again full time last September. \- I've had the same agent since childhood and still fit under his youth category (up to age 26). \- I'm SAG-AFTRA and in Los Angeles. In a recent check-in with my theat…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
Hey, the title basically sums it up. I wanna know what are some of the ways you all stay interested in your craft. I’m not saying I’m not bored with the craft overall, but it can be difficult to stay engaged in the work without a community. What are some hobbies, tools or activities you’d use for yourself?
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
I've "made the selects" a few times now and each time I'm asked to confirm availability. Does this mean I have to reserve the dates for this job and not take other auditions that shoot on those same dates? If that is the case, one is potentially missing out on work since selects are never guarantees, as with my case. A…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
When choosing a monologue for college auditions, is there anything wrong with cropping a dialogue scene into a monologue? I filmed two monologues ( I found them on daily actor) to submit for UofM but then when I went back to read the plays, they weren’t actually monologues. I know NYU says they won’t accept this, but I…
Reddit · 20 Nov 2020
So I have 3 monologues that I've prepared, one is contemporary and 2 are classic (only RADA requires 2 classical monologues while central requires a devised piece) (I also have a song but that's only for RADA and Bristol). I'm an 18 year old male and it is too late to change anything as my tapes must be recorded within…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
From an aspiring actor what is everyone doing during COVID to hone their skills and learn techniqes ? (Weather it’s videos , courses , zoom classes , etc ) Please comment any suggestions or advice thank you! Looking for a jumpstart to learning everything I can! ( I have taken classes before but I need advice on ways to…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
just finished the queens gambit on netflix and I have to say I haven't been this impressed by an actors performance in a very long time. After researching the lead, I was utterly shocked to find out that she has no formal training... for all those people who say you can't make it without acting school.. she is the walk…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
Hi! Canadian here who got an audition for an English project and they're requesting an RP. I understand the RP accent and the history and nuances behind it are a bit murky, but what I'm really looking for is someone to give me an example or two of a show/film with a character speaking in an RP accent, preferably somewh…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
Right now I can’t afford higher level classes and I am only taking theatre classes in school. I want to grow more as an actress & figure out my technique more before I go to college. What book should I start off reading? There’s so many suggestions so I am a bit overwhelmed!
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
The work these actors are sharing is inspiring and a reminder to all of us in this industry that we have the power in our artistry to create, to take risks, to grow, to learn and to show up for our heART every.damn.day. [https://www.facebook.com/groups/412474543261242/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/412474543261242/?…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
I'm not like a professional voice actor by any means I was just messing around on casting call and I saw something kind of stupid. So I sent in an audition for it and I got in and got the lead. the thing is I don't really want to let them down because they obviously need voice actors but like it's kind of a really crin…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
I got this from the first link in the Helpful Resources section of the sidebar. I made it to the Blue Goo before I stumbled. Fox In Socks by Dr. Seuss Fox Socks Box Knox Knox in box. Fox in socks. Knox on fox in socks in box. Socks on Knox and Knox in box. Fox in socks on box on Knox. Chicks with bricks come. Chicks wi…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
Basically as the title says - what actors are the best in terms of using their lower range?
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
I've always wanted to be an actor, and i have been told for tears that i should be a voice actor. I've tried to look up some things in the past but i honestly just feel so lost when i start trying to even look into equipment. I have literally nothing to start with, no computer or equipment. Any suggestions for a beginn…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
First time posting in this subreddit so apologies if this post breaks any rules but I believe it could be helpful to many actors in here. We recently interviewed Matthew Del Negro (roles in Sopranos, Scandal etc.) He had some timeless wisdom he shared with us about acting and how to overcome the many NOs that get in th…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
It took me ten years of being too insecure and anxious to follow through with this dream. During covid I lost my full time job but am fortunate enough to have money saved up. Covid also made me reflect on my life and what I want. It has ALWAYS been my dream to go to drama school and it’s sort of the last big thing on m…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2020
Hi!! I posted a while back about [feeling like an imposter](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/ipxm3h/signed_with_my_first_agency_and_landed_a_big/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app&utm_name=iossmf) Im happy to report back to say i got a call from my agent last night saying i had booked my first gig on a Disney…
Reddit · 18 Nov 2020
I have loved watching movies and shows since I was born, I will watch anything from plays, sitcoms, b-list, to a-list. I just love film and have always enjoyed the idea of acting as a whole and I am in highschool drama. I have been reading up on shakespeare, biographies, and tips from actors on how to be successful. I…
