Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Resume is so empty!
So I have an audition at a dinner theater in a few days and though they say all levels of experience welcome they still want a resume brought in. Problem is I've never acted in anything other than a professional haunted house and I've been told by other aspiring actors that it doesn't count. I already added the improv…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Actor's Equity Association will open up membership to anyone who's worked in theatre tomorrow.
Source: [https://twitter.com/MichaelLepore3/status/1417641619256401921](https://twitter.com/MichaelLepore3/status/1417641619256401921) Crazy! Anyone wanna contribute to the Pro/Con list im making about joining? I'm an unrepped actor in NYC with 5 EMC points. I'm thinking of joining!
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
British uk accent women only movie trailer type
Hello! I’m assisting an artist on an album, the artist wants a uk voice over actress (near london accent) for a movie trailer type script very short, simple, and fun, it’s for a rock album 18-33 actresses Let’s discuss pricing willing to work with you,
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
I am directing a short film and
>!i could use some actors to play DnD players. DnD is code for dunegons and Dragons. !< :D is anyone wants to come to East Orange Friday or Saturday and read a few lines and be on camera please let me know. :D It's unpaid. will submit to festivals. and can send actors footage. raws or complete, whichever ... :D My name…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Symptoms of a Narcissist Actor
**Been researching this for a bit, and many articles say all performers are narcissists, but I don't believe that's true.** I really can't see someone like Laura Linney, John C. Reilly, Molly Shannon, or Calista Flockhart being a raging narc - at least they don't strike me that way. After coming off (yet) and other set…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
360 type of contract deals in acting ?
**I am just a TV/Film actor only, I do not ever want to be a singer. but I found a type of contract that I thought to be a bit scary/risky that is offered to singers, and I wanted to know if any such contract exist for TV/Film actors?** In the music industry there are 360 contract deals. *Below is an example of a 360 d…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Telling parents
Hey, so I’ve told my parents before about wanting to become an professional actor and my family knows but I think they think that it’s just one of those dream jobs that’ll go away soon ( like a 7 year old boy with a dream to be a famous footballer) but I don’t think it’ll go away soon. Can anyone help me ? 13 yr old fr…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Has anyone been up for two roles at one time?
Hey everyone, I am writing this because I am in a very conflicted mind space. For the past month or so I’ve been rehearsing a small local theatre production and we open in 2 weeks. It appears to be that an opportunity has risen to work as one of the leads in a known director’s new independent film. My goal is to be a f…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2021
Good monologue resource?
Hey Reddit family! As we all hear (all the time), “Every actor needs to have a monologue in their pocket!” Well, I would love to update my pocket monologue but am having trouble finding material that I feel connected to. Does anyone here have a good monologue resource? As always, I appreciate the feedback!
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Top qualities of an actor
Hey! I am surveying for a class that I'm in and will be posting a few polls just to get a little more insight into our industry. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/onreq2)
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
First time on stage in over 2 years, what should I remember?
I'm an actor and a technician. I've been a PM for the past few years and I got cast in a show and I'm coming out from being behind the scenes again! We open this week and (other than my lines, blocking and costume changes
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Equity questions
Hi all! I am a recent graduate of a BFA program (F, 22 years old) and an EMC. With work booked in the upcoming year, as well as past summerstock shows, I will have 50 weeks by the end of 2021. I've been extremely lucky, and feel incredibly shocked that I've had so much success right out of the gate. My question is – wo…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Drama school
I want to get into RADA, LAMDA, LSTFI This year. I have some questions. ​ 1) How about Lee Strasberg Institute for being an actor? Is it good or not? ​ 2) If I fail to RADA, LAMDA, I hope to apply for AA course in Lee Strasberg Institute. Where can I get BA degree with this AA degree? (universities)
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
To the Actor (book) - which version?
To the Actor: On the Technique of Acting - Michael Chekhov I noticed a few version of this book on Amazon from different years: 2014 "Reprint of 1952 Edition"; 2002 "Revised and expanded edition"; 1991 "First complete edition". Due to varying prices it made me hesitate before buying. Does anyone happen to have a sugges…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Why do Nickelodeon and Disney actors have such a difficult time shifting career directions?
I'm at party in Downtown LA celebrating the premiere of this new show on Comedy Central. I'm no actor but my friend's friend was able to get in to this event and I went with him. I go in and while the actors and people of the show are all there receiving their attention, I also see a lot of young people, teenagers prac…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
I created an auto-submitter for Actors Access
And it works pretty dang well, i've gotten a lot of auditions! If anyone wants to use it just hit me up. I would say it's more for the beginning to moderately-experienced actor, intended to maximize auditions, to build a reel, to get an agent, etc. If you already have an agent and/or manager submitting for you then thi…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
What would be the steps in becoming a working actor ?
I’m a young teenager from England and I wondered what the steps would be in becoming a good working actor
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Looking for actors to collaborate with in NYC!
I am a freelance videographer/photographer based in NYC. I’m not sure if this is the best place for this, but I was interested in finding individuals of any level to collaborate with. Looking to improve my cinematography and story development skills by creating interesting short films, sketches, and etc… If you have an…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2021
Norse-Inspired Troll Hunting Fantasy Trilogy - Audiobook Narrator Auditions Open on ACX
ACX Audition Link: [https://www.acx.com/titleview/A2GLJV5TTLRFL5](https://www.acx.com/titleview/A2GLJV5TTLRFL5) Rates & Terms: 50% of Author Royalties (Author Royalties are 80% of total royalties for audio); contract to be offered by publisher (Crowsnest Books). Release date to be discussed. The Gatewatch (Crowsnest Bo…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
Time to update my shots. Any photog recommendations in L.A. that won't break the bank for 2 looks? I've curated a handful but any suggestions/experiences would help.
If you've had an experience with any of the photogs belows or have a recommendation for a different one, please let me know, thanks! Budget: Preferably $300 or less for at least 2 looks. Ones I've found that seem decent: - [The Light Committee](https://headshots.thelightcommittee.com/actor-los-angeles/) - [Marc Cartwri…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
How should I credit my acting coach on my resume?
Hi everyone! So I’m a fairly new actress, and I recently auditioned for an agency, and I just have to do some legal stuff & get headshots before signing with them. I’m putting together my resume, and I’m not sure how to credit my acting coach. Would I put it under classes? Also, I have sessions once a week, so I’m not…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
Back at what I love and so happy
Hey Reddit fam! Just wanted to say that after skulking on this forum, getting inspired by the posts, and silently wishing I returned to my passion (acting obvs lol)- I finally swallowed my fear, made the jump, messaged me old agent and got her back, started working on my craft again, and I just got my first two auditio…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
Acting is the only thing that I feel passionate about.
I'm 29 years old and I have no ambitious in life. I really want to be an actor but I'm also stuck. The last thing I want to do is move to Calofornia to chase a dream that might not come true. What was your "fuck it" moment that pushed you to do it?
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
What Social Media is Best for an Actor?
I am trying to be more active on social media to show my work as an actor and host. I am very active on Facebook (mostly from managing acting groups) and get a lot of job opportunities from that (including many union contracts) but I get very few followers on Instagram and I am terrible at TikTok. Should I focus on Fac…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
As an actor, what has frustrated you about the directors you've worked with, and what have you really appreciated about great directors you've worked with?
For all the actors out there whether it's film, tv, or theatre. Would love to know your feedback!
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
How do I find actors for a film?
I’m working with an artist who has a budget for a music video and I need to find actors for a film. Is there a popular website people use to post their picture and like their portfolio?
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
I want to be a Voice Actor but I don't know how to act and have an unexpressive voice.
As the title says, I really want to be a voice actor but I don't know the first thing about acting and I feel like I don't have the right voice for the job. I feel like before I go spending money on microphones and stuff like that, I should at least have some decent acting skills first. So what should I do?
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
Searching for female voice actor for short film
Hi everyone, I’m writing and directing a short film next week where I hope to add some voiceovers to the footage that I shoot. This film would probably range anywhere from 5 to 7 minutes long where I would love to hire a female voice actor to read over a few sentences of dialogue that I’ve written. Unfortunately, the m…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2021
Should I Get Back With my Previous Agent?
I quit my agent a few years ago because I felt like he was keeping me from moving forward in my career. He was mostly representing beginners (I swear he accepted anyone in his agency) so it made me look less advanced than I was even though he was giving me a lot of work. When the makeup artists and the ADs told me that…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Do under-average-height women have issues landing roles?
Since this applies to me and has been a frequent insecurity of mine, I’m genuinely curious if casting directors turn away very short actresses, stage or screen. If anyone has any knowledge, that would be very helpful! Thanks.
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Etiquette on letting telling reps no?
Okay so, this is a total champagne problem to have and I understand that. I don't want anything I'm saying to come across as "braggy". I'd been with the same reps for many manyyy years, and when contracts were up awhile back I decided not to resign and wanted to move upward and onward. I met with several really great m…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
What do I need to improve on? (Self-tapes critique)
So on actor’s access, I get a lot of requests for self tapes through eco cast. But I’ve never booked before. What were the things you did to really shine on your self tapes? I have some self tapes I’d like be critiqued if anyone is willing to? I’ll send over over PM if you are. Thanks for any help in advance!
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Question on Agents/managers.
So I am a high school student, I just got some solid headshots, have been in a few commercials and will be filming some short films, as well as producing a student led web series. I currently have a local agent, but want to strive for an agent and/or manager in LA. I am willing to travel for it. Are there any teen acto…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Working Local Hire a few hours away, worth it?
I have the opportunity to work as a local hire which ive never done before and I need some advice on if this is worth it. It's a featured background role. Probably no lines? I'd be on camera, interacting with a famous actress. It is executive produced by a very well known director. Pays Sag Theatrical Basic, BG Scale (…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Actor’s Access Video Upload Question
Does every upload on Actor’s Access cost money? What I mean is, I spent 66$ for 3 minutes of video so far. If I delete 2 minutes of video, can I put 2 minutes back on AA for free, or will I have to pay $44 again? Is it interchangeable like those two photos are?
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Non-Equity Actors: Submit to Equity projects?
I am primarily a stage actor, and I look on Playbill for auditions. Most of the auditions on there look something like this: >SEEKING Equity actors for roles in \[project name\] > >Please submit picture/resume with the subject line “\[project name\] AEA Submission” and indicate the role you are interested in. So, my qu…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
What Were Peppy and Slippy's Best Voices? | The Voice Cast
After a long break, The Voice Cast is back to finish what they started covering the voice actors who have portrayed the backbone of Team Star Fox: Peppy Hare and Slippy Toad. Who are the best, worst, and weirdest portrayals? Find out now! [https://youtu.be/HBBfy1F7b7g](https://youtu.be/HBBfy1F7b7g) https://preview.redd…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2021
Does anyone recommend any classes with people within the anime dubbing industry?
I was wondering if anyone knows any voice-over actors, casting directors, or directors that are in the anime dubbing scene that host any classes/courses. I'm based in NYC but I can do it online as well.
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
Can actors do this?
I just saw where an actor posted a Hollywood Reporter movie cast announcement (it was a blurry screenshot) about a movie they’d been cast in with their name and headshot added in (the rest are top tier actors). But when I Googled it (I like to go to the source of things lol), I found the article without their info but…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
How to connect with filmmakers UK
Is there a backstage/starnow equivalent for finding directors and filmmakers or should I just use those? I’m an actor with a screenplay and I’d like to create my own work. I want to connect with a filmmaker and director to create a short film (8-12 minutes). I’m not associated with a university so just curious what peo…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
How the hell do some well known actors get away by lying about their height?
A friend of mine recently ran into Florence Pugh, she was lovely to my friend and agreed to take a pic and all. Me and my friend are exactly the same height at 5’1. My friend was wearing thin flats while Florence Pugh was actually wearing sneakers that could give her 1-2cm extra height too. In the pic Florence Pugh and…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
I don't know if I want to be an actor anymore...
I'm 21 year old and for the last few years I thought my passion was acting and wanted to become an actress. I graduated college (high school) when I was 20 cause English is not my first and it took me way longer than my peers ( I moved to UK when I was 16). I was working for a year in retail after school. I was auditio…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
Do I have options in joining SAG
So I live in upstate NY (outside of Albany) and was lucky to land background work on one of the projects that were filming up here. I received enough Taft - Hartley waivers to receive an invitation to join SAG. I would like to do more background work but have questions.... 1) There's not a lot of background work in thi…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
[PAID] 3 GIGS. Looking for voice actors (male and female)
This is a paid gig. 3 roles are available for a pilot of a fan film, which is adventure/comedy DESCRIPTION: Gig 1: Kitty & Katty Katswell (female character from the show T.U.F.F. Puppy. It is preferred that both are voiced by the same voice actor. Both parts are short, so the pay rate is 2 US dollars per line, which re…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2021
Does rejecting jobs on Voice123 hurt your 'stats' or anything?
Pretty much what the title says - I keep getting put in for jobs that I'm very clearly not right for or just not interested in, i.e. it requests a spanish speaker, a black actor, the job is unpaid, etc., so I reject the jobs. Is doing this hurting my chances of seeing other jobs on the platform or does it not change an…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2021
Seeking professional voice actors for YT. Please qualify before proposing!
Willing to pay on your terms. Pay will increase every single month, and bonuses (half year, 1 year, Christmas, Easter, etc) just please have qualifications: - Bare minimum mic (Blue Yeti for example) - Clear, strong, smooth tone. Your voice can sound like anything, just make sure your level is monotone with minimum cra…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2021
I need advice :)
Hey! I would really like to move to USA and become an actor. That has always been my dream. But my question is how difficult is it for a Norwegian to move to USA? Would it be difficult to move there? And can i do acting in USA even tough i dont come from there? I know its expensive
Reddit · 16 Jul 2021
Applying for an apartment as an actor -- need letter of employment
Hello! So I am in the process of applying for apartments, and one of the documents needed is a *"Letter of employment stating salary, position and length of employment (If self-employed, a* *letter from your certified public accountant)"* I am currently making a living wage off of my acting jobs. I'm currently working…