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Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
Hey guys, So I'm a fairly experienced actor and i'm trying to take my career to the next level. I'm wondering if anybody here knows of some acting classes that are worth your time and money and also any agents that you can recommend? Any help would be appreciated?
Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
I wish casting sites would require casting directors to leave contact info or have some sort of contacting with the CD for just the gig you are auditioning for because I just got a self tape request from Actors Access and in the instructions they want me to use the sides..... but there are no sides..... Luckily this ta…
Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
Hi friends, I'm a transgender person and rape survivor, from Asia and I am planning to seek asylum in NYC or London, I am finishing my studies in youth work but unfortunately I am estranged from family and am considered low SES/poor right now. I am hoping to go to acting school in NYC or London, as I read that it is tr…
Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
I noticed some Casting Directors want actors to send Two Takes of the self tape to see the Range. I get confused if they are looking for different genre and mood of the character or are they looking for a different character? for example, do i do one as comedy and the other one as drama? or do I make the two different…
Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
Hi, I’m a new aspiring actress who’s looking to start to build her portfolio. I’ve done acting before in plays for high school and middle school, and I’m thinking of finding movie sites or places that can get my acting off the ground and onto the big screen but I’m not sure where. I’ve looked at actors access, Backstag…
Reddit · 25 Feb 2022
I was asked at a recall to get naked for a short scene in order to see if I was comfortable to do it. The director didn’t warn me that I was going to do it before the recall, however I had a feeling that they were going to ask. The recall occurred at the directors apartment and I was uncomfortable to do it there, in fr…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
As someone who is very new to the industry, i would love to get to know other colleagues and share experiences and knowledge, aside from this amazing subreddit. Also to share memes :)
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
I was asked to take part in a show a few weeks back, I was given a script and the amateur production was being marketed as being written by a specific author. Since then the script has gone through multiple revisions and was eventually replaced with an original script. Despite this the show is still being marketed as b…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
I’m planning on auditioning for the play at my school but don’t know which character to go for. I think in real life i’m most like #8 (whos funny & lighthearted) but I wanted to test my abilities as an actor and go for a more authoritative/serious character like #25 (who’s the captain of the team) What do you guys thin…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Hi! So I'm a youngish, beginning actor in Toronto. I have quite a few decent, small credits under my belt (small role in a big TV show, supporting role in TV movie, etc.), and I have been with my agent for about 3 years now. I've always really liked them from when we first met, and we get along rather well. However - I…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
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 · 24 Feb 2022
I’m moving to nyc this spring had some inquiries for any actors based out of nyc - what is a good way to find roommates, preferably also in the film industry. (I would also prefer female roommates bc im a woman lol) - is the job market scarce when it comes to acting compared to places like Atlanta and LA? - how much sh…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Do Yale, NYU, or Julliard students audition for TV/Film roles while still attending school? Or do they wait the 3-4 years until they've graduated to audition for roles? How do students get agents while in school still? Curious to know because I've read some bio's of actors who dropped out of their BFA due to booking wo…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Does anyone else break down the scenes by shots (while discounting the soundtrack), as to how long the director made the actors hold for the many reaction shots... Or is it just me? As an aside, way to go /u/SimuShangChi for making us Canadian actors proud!
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
I'm a physically disabled woman in my early 20s who's very interested in becoming an actress. I'm a little shy soft-spoken girl but I hope when I do start acting, I'd love to play likable girl-next-door type roles like Molly Ringwald, Michelle Pfeiffer, Julia Roberts, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lopez, Dr…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Two weeks ago, I responded to a casting call that had just been published the same week I submitted what they required (nothing specific was required - they just wanted photos, a short bio and a short video). I haven’t heard back yet (hoping to - fingers crossed)! Filming is apparently planned for April which I thought…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Hi! This is my first time posting to this sub so I’m super excited! I have had “dreams” of acting for a long time. I grew up in a music family and have always been more of a singer, but for a long time I’ve felt called to just try out acting and hope that I can actually make some income from it eventually. I’m fully aw…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
I feel like I'm taking crazy pills
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
G'day, I am some 13year old from Ghent, Belgium and I wanted to be an actor since I was 6years old now I have almost double the confidence and courage so I'm thinking about auditioning for something. My friends will no doubt laugh at me but I don't care! But where and how do I audition? My dad thinks I already have way…
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
I finally worked up the courage to apply for a role. I’m sure I won’t get it because my profile on actors access is thin at best. But I have it a go!! That’s a win in my book any day.
Reddit · 24 Feb 2022
Could someone drop tips on how you comb through a script to find unique possibilities/ choices for your character? Looking for ways to tell a story about who my character is outside of a scene/ spice up my auditions and have more fun. Sidebar: thanks for the constant interactions, upvotes, downvotes, pushback, I love t…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I had to submit a few tapes for a role last night on Actors Access, and after editing them and everything, I noticed this morning that the names of the files somehow went back to “My Movie #” for each of the 4 tapes. The deadline is past now for the tapes, and I feel like I blew the audition because of the names of the…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I am getting tired of auditioning and not booking. Classic actor feelings. I've been writing a short for a little while and think I may wanna produce it within the next year. The only way to go about it without putting up a bunch of money is to do an ACTRA Co-Op. I am curious if anyone here has organized or been apart…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I live abroad and was cast as a supporting role in a movie. We shot a few years ago. There was a well known American sag actor in the movie. I’m American…. if the movie was sag (I’m assuming it is because the actor who is in sag was in it), does this make me in some way eligible to be in the union? Pardon me if it’s a…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Hi everyone! I'm a 17 year old teen from Georgia who has had a passion for acting for many years now. This year, I want to start taking acting classes but there are so many to choose from (Nick Conti's Professional Actor's Studio, Drama Inc, Catapult Acting Studios) And I am feeling quite overwhelmed. Could anyone give…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Who are famous actors/actresses (or anyone that is famous in the Hollywood industry) that you knew personally before they made it big? I love hearing stories about how people made it after putting in so much blood, sweat and tears.
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I have a huge love for movies and I really want to be an actor and make it into Hollywood,but I'm afraid whether I will get enough roles in movies as I'm South Asian and I feel like Hollywood doesnt give much importance to us other than for the stereotypical roles! Like when was the last time you saw an asian person as…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
i can't seem to find any close to me
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Hello! I am a young actor currently applying to loads of acting schools in the UK. For one of them. I pretty well known one with a great reputation about their rigorous and awesome training. I was meant to have my zoom audition this morning at 9.30am. I did all my prep work yesterday and this morning. Logged onto the z…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I have gotten to where I don’t show my spouse any of my audition videos, performance clips, or acting class recordings because he rarely has anything good to say. Worst critic. I know it’s like well you’re getting honest feedback but it’s the kind of feedback that makes me want to give up. I know you can’t do it to ple…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Acting is something that I'm very passionate about and something I really want to pursue. I'm in high-school right now so I'm focused on my grades so that my parents can support me. So the only thing I can really do is participate in school plays and the next audition isn't till a few months from now. I've been analyzi…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Hi everyone I am trying to get an audio drama off the ground I have scripts near ready and want to get started on casting for this but as it is my first project my budget has gone mostly on art and everything else so no real budget for voice actors especially with this being a non profit production, I was wondering doe…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I've spent a month preparing to audition for "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" . I showed up to both audition nights, which we were allowed to do. I gave it my all but still managed to botch 1 note in my audition song both times. I am grateful that I get to be involved at all but... instead I just feel... I don'…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Okay. I followed a webinar of hers. She has a very sweet attitude and I've been following her for a long time. I thought, let's see what she has to offer. What she has to offer is ripping you of your money, making you look like a not professional actor, and she has a bad reputation in LA. If you're a BRAND NEW ACTOR wh…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
The lease for my apartment is up at the end of June, and I would really like to use the opportunity to move to a new city with better acting opportunities and grow my career. My ultimate goal is to move to LA, but I'm trying to be smart about that, and I don't think that would be a wise move this early in my career (I…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Quite curious, because one could argue that he was the one of (if not the best) voice actor of the 20th century or still is depending on who you ask. And I think he would be held in high regards in the modern day entertainment industry, but I'm curious to know what you guys think?
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Back in 2016-2017 I was booking some projects here and there in my local area. None were paid and I just got rejected from one of the biggest talent agencies in my area (probably the only legit one in my area too). Around that time I was bullied in a actors/models fb group by a photographer because I asked why don't ph…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Hey guys! I’m a local actress in Texas and i was wanting to know if someone could help me find a good agent to represent me? Or where can i look for agents. Also! Any good agencies?
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Hi everyone! I am new to this subreddit and am in my second acting class in New Jersey. This class is called "An Actor Prepares" and deals heavily with monologues. I am really struggling with delivering an honest monologue by Chris Smith from the play "Killer Joe". I don't know if anyone is familiar with this play, but…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
I live in Hollywood and recently decided to reconnect with my childhood theater kid dream of being an actor, starting with comedy skits I've written myself for TikTok. Most of my friends have taken some kind of lessons at acting schools, universities, or community colleges. I'm considering [a program from the UCLA Exte…
Reddit · 23 Feb 2022
Do I write you a nice note? Do I send you the script? Do I write you a nice note and ask permission to send HIM the script? Is he too busy? Are YOU too busy? Do you get, like, eighty or ninety of these things a day?
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
Hi, I'm working on a new podcast where different voice actors read short stories. Here are the specs for the job: **Rate:** $5 USD per minute of finished audio. **Size:** Each episode is around 1000 words or so. **Genders:** All **Audio editing needed?** No, you just need to record your lines cleanly and then our audio…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
I know r/VoiceActing exists, but I like to participate in discussions about all aspects of voice acting, including the actual acting. I've spent the past few months of my spare time fine tuning my recording space and quality to a professional level, but now I realize I need to work on my actual acting. What are some of…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
For example, I’ve noticed with the exception of those like Jennifer Aniston who embraced the cute girl next door type for all of her career, actresses like Halle Berry and Charlize Theron take on some of the grittiest roles. For instance Halle’s first role as a homeless drug user, Monster’s Ball and Losing Isaiah. And…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
Any other commercial actors ready to light themselves on fire with the last minute auds on a Saturday or the avails that tie you up for days, rendering your next week worthless? I’m fine not getting the job, but the fact that it can take casting 6+ days to book or release is just unacceptable. It’s rude and downright d…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
I just moved accross the country and my 3 actor buddies I thought i'd be doing all this cool stuff with are totally disappointing me with their complete lack of any kind of committment towards rehearsing, etc. i thoguht i'd be working with them every day making short films and shit, and instead they'd rather smoke weed…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
I've never booked anything major. A couple indies that I'm proud of but didn't get any immediate career traction for me. I recently auditioned for something that was presented as filming 1)In my home country 2)Used a different script than what they're shooting with (not too uncommon but hang on) I got a call back, it w…
Reddit · 22 Feb 2022
Is that bad luck thing only caused, when "Macbeth" is used to refer to the "Scottish Play" but not when it is used to refer to the character? Or is it okay to use it while performing the Scottish Play but not at any other time?
Reddit · 21 Feb 2022
Hey all! So about a month ago, I submitted a self-tape for a feature. A week later I got a call from my representation letting me know that I've been 'pinned' and the producers wanted me to hop on a Zoom Call and read with the lead actor attached. I ended up doing the scene again the next day, and honestly felt that al…
Reddit · 21 Feb 2022
Hi! I am an actor who fairly recently moved to Italy, and would love to keep acting even if it doesn't pay anything. So, does anyone here know of any clubs, groups, etc. based in Italy who do films, shorts, theater, or anything to that matter in English. And if no such groups exist, but you are also wanting to join one…
