Reddit · 18 May 2021
Is this possible to become a better voice actor without any formal training?
I ask this since I can’t afford to kick money around at the moment, fortunately I do have a DAW setup at home. Thanks!
Reddit · 18 May 2021
[TOMT] [Movie Actor] Who does this actor, named Mike Bash, look like?
I was watching Doubting Thomas and this actor named Mike Bash showed up in a scene where he has one line. I thought I recognized him from something iconic in the 90s , but his imdb doesn't show anything that old and he is way too young to have played an adult in the 90s. Here is a link to his actor website that shows a…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
Acting in Vancouver, BC
Hey, so I’m a new actor who is moving to Vancouver soon. I have experience in child acting classes, high school theatre, etc. But I’ve never done any professional work. Does anyone have any advice as to how to make the leap to professional acting in Vancouver and also where to find work, and audition materials (monolog…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
I got an offer!
(17F) Hi, I'm an aspiring actress. This is my first time taking acting classes so I don't have a headshot, etc. I recently got an official offer to be a part of an agency. What should I do? I wanna work on my craft more before I do other things. Can I have some advice. Thank you, my fellow actors
Reddit · 18 May 2021
A project I voiced in has led to me having a small following of preteen kids and I'm not sure how I should handle it.
Hi! This is kinda a strange problem to have, and I was really wanting to get opinions from other people, not too sure where to go, and figured if anywhere might have people with similar experience, it would be here. I'm a voice actress who has worked on a pretty wide variety of different kinds of project types, and non…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
How do I get better at voice acting girls?
I’ve been meaning to ask this for a long time as I have a small indie project with two other friends, two of us are phenomenal at voice acting and the other one is me. It mainly became a side issue though as I was more focussed on writing and animation, and even then the voices are passable. What really put this into a…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
Mid-Atlantic actor with NY agency question
**Context**: I'm nonunion and I've been acting about 4 years, but can commit more to acting now that I've graduated college. All of my roles have been for film, with the exception of one pilot. I have 5 lead roles (one in a feature, one in a pilot), and 7 supporting roles. I just submitted today to a few local agencies…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
Care to share any podcasts or episodes that inspire you?
I would love to hear any podcasts about the art form, why people chose acting, what makes actors tick, etc, etc. Bonus points for people who gave up solid careers and stability to pursue what they love. Would also be open to similar stories about other art forms if you've got something particularly juicy in mind. Thank…
Reddit · 18 May 2021
Mimicry as the goal instead of original characters?
Meaning this in a non-offensive way and asking out of genuine curiosity: Why do so many aspiring voice actors seem to think that mimicry of existing characters is the main goal? Or, like why do they aim to do that instead of trying their own thing? I am talking about the ones that are trying to do an exact duplicate of…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Union questions
Hi guys! I'm wondering whether you can join a union (SAG-AFTRA) and then join an agency, or if agencies will take union actors? Do big brands like Netflix or Hulu work with non union actors? I'm a minor, I just thought I'd add that, since it prob affects things. Do I have to join a union in order to start acting in big…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Moving out to LA -- recommendations on where to live?
Hi all, I just accepted a new job in LA (I need to be located in LA, but I will be remote and working from home, it's weird I know). My partner will also be working from home, and this works out as she has been in acting in the city we currently live in (D.C.), and will likely explore getting another agent and audition…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Does anyone work as a real estate agent as their “survival job” while pursuing acting ?
If so, how do you balance the two? Is it really as flexible as people say or is that a common misconception? Is it the perfect job to have while pursuing acting ? Does it offer any stability ? What’s the experience been like so far, and overall/in general do you recommend it to other actors? Thanks in advance!
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Voice actors with teeth problem . I have a question???
Long story short. Poor and live in a area with minimal dental options. I'm thinking ill need atleast 2 front teeth pulled. How will this effect my recording after it all heals? Its to the point I may need them so out and get dentures. Also how would that effect my voice acting
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Zoom Acting Class
How has acting classes been via zoom for you all? I’ve been weary of joining one because I’m scared it won’t be the full experience. Plus I’m just anxious about starting a new acting class. But I’ve been considering taking zoom acting classes from Nick Conti’s Professional Actor’s Studio. Has anyone had any experiences…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Need Advice
Hi all. I'm a beginner actor and have had enough speaking roles that my resume looks nice enough, but haven't received all my footage from my filmed projects for my reel. Should I go ahead and apply for an agency, or hold off until my reel showcases more than the two projects I got footage from? I appreciate any and al…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Informational Interview?
Hello! For my college career class, I’m supposed to interview a professional in a career I’m interested in. If any experienced voice actors in tv/movie animation wouldn’t mind being interviewed please let me know. For the interview, I’d just message you a few questions to get know more about your experience in the fiel…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Fox VA
hello! about a month ago, i took a break from social media and when i came back on youtube my favorite voice actor Fox VA was gone. i couldnt find his channel and his videos were all deleted. to give some more information he would usually do danganronpa voice acting, mha voice acting, and more fandom stuff like that. c…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Getting an agent with no experience
Hi!!! I know that it’s not completely rare for agents to take on new actors, but I have literally no experience! (OFC I’m going to take acting classes soon, I’m saving up rn haha!) But I’ve never been in a school play or anything, and I’m a bit nervous about being able to land an agent. I know they have you submit a re…
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Getting over fear
Im a highschool student and i am pretty nervous for my upcoing theater class coming up, my acting seems less realistic to me, as I dont feel its conversational like it would be in a movie. Do you think theater class will help me get over my nervousness and make me a more realistic actor or do i need other resources?
Reddit · 17 May 2021
Not voice actor; advice for fixing a natural monotone voice?
I'm not sure what to search for online, or what I'm exactly looking for but I'm sure someone here knows. I'm guessing like, examples of an actor speaking the same lines with different moods, like confident vs not confident. Nervous vs calm, etc... Different accents. Something I could imitate and learn so I can consciou…
Reddit · 16 May 2021
VA’s In Central Florida?
Hi friends, I’m looking for voice actors in the Central Florida/Tampa Bay area for a few projects I have cooking. This will be paid work, of course. I’m looking to build a trusted team/troop that I can collaborate with.
Reddit · 16 May 2021
Having pictures on IMDB vs being low key until you book professional work?
based on the amount of crazy people I have met in my life... I really prefer to fly under the radar. I was concerned for a while about whether or not social media was "necessary" for acting, and based on the quality / amount of auditions I've had, even though I haven't broken through yet, I can confidently say that you…
Reddit · 16 May 2021
Is this true- about IMDb credits?
An actor I worked with said IMDb profiles are only for if you have 3 or more SAG credits. I didn’t know that, I’ve seen tons of profiles for people who have done even just their own self-made projects. She said yes but they won’t be taken seriously by anyone in the industry because it’s unprofessional to let yourself b…
Reddit · 16 May 2021
Tips for running lines with an actor?
I’m working with a well known actor, and they’d like to occasionally run lines with me. I’ve done it a few times, but I’m never sure how to do it properly. Do I read as if I’m reading for a self-tape audition? Muted and no acting - just reading? And what do I do if he messes up a line? Do we keep going? Do I stop and g…
Reddit · 16 May 2021
What acting agency can I join?
Hi there, I reside in Cape Town, South Africa and I finally quit my job and want to follow my dream to become an actress. But I have no clue which acting agency I should join. I am looking for some advice please? Thanks in advance.
Reddit · 16 May 2021
How do I start?
Hello I am 16 and I really want to voice act one of the characters I want to play is Denji or Yuta Okkotsu, I have looked at the videos on how to get a mike and all that, but I do not know how to find a role and I really want to be a voice actor
Reddit · 16 May 2021
What Happens Now?
I got an audition from my agent at 7PM last night through Actors Access. The deadline for submissions was 10am this morning. I sent in my audition at around 10:30PM last night through actor access, and my rep has to "approve it" for it to be sent off to the CD. Well he never approved it, and now the submission deadline…
Reddit · 16 May 2021
learning voice acting for fun
I've been on the interwebs since I can remember. Watching people do voices on stuff either shooting the shit or making people pissed. The good ol days. To be honest i watch voice actors like P.M. Seymour, ProZD, Gianni and any voice oney ng can cook up and after a while I thought I should give it a try. I have a arm mi…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Who and what inspired you to be fascinated with voice acting?
For me, it was my love of cartoons, video games, and anime as a kid, quoting what I watched at that time and just having fun with anything related to animation. As an adult, I began paying attention to the voices and looking at the website behind the voice actors and shocked upon seeing how many roles my favorite voice…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
How to look younger for a role?
What do actors do to make themselves look younger when playing a teenager for a role? Like when a 22- 23-24 year old man is cast to play a 16-17-18 year old teenage boy what do they do to make themselves appear that age? Make up cover up beard shadow? Fringe hair style? What are y’all thoughts on this?
Reddit · 15 May 2021
To Be Or Not to be...
So this is a discussion to gain perspective, advice or just opinions. The year 2020 gave me great perspective and I went through a period of intense self development & growth. It was a chaotic year but it was one that I needed. SO much introspection and all aspects I thought thoroughly on. The one that stood out, chasi…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
NYC Actors Access
Hey all, I moved from LA to the NYC area during the beginning of the pandemic and I’m starting to jump back into acting now that things are getting back to normal. I’ve noticed that there seem to be less New York breakdowns posted on there than LA. Just curious, is this just because of the nature of “less” work and stu…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Overseas Non-union Malaysian Film With a budget? Help!
A young actor I know just got cast, after a self-tape I did with him for a shoot that is happening In Malaysia. The director is called Yeo Joon Haan It feels fishy to me...Any thoughts, considering the wariness non-union actors should have about overseas projects. I've done some imdb pro sleuthing, but would appreciate…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Estimating time for directed sessions
I'm hoping some voice directors or producers who work in animation can chime in here. If any actors in that world want to chime in as well I'd love to hear from you. Do you all have any formulas for estimating time for directed sessions? What would be your process for taking a script and figuring out how much time you'…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Emailing a CD? what to put?
I have been trying to prepare an email to a team of casting directors (each on will have a different personalized one of course im not lazy) . I know that my chances are slim to nothing since the only things I have done is a school play and at home short films. My Reel only has two monologues and two short film scenes…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
A place to start
I’m actually not a voice actor, or particularly interested in becoming one (at least not as a profession or for a career). However I am very much obsessed with reading aloud to my wife and upcoming child (we are expecting a beautiful little girl in August). My wife says I have a pleasant reading voice, but I personally…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Do I need a slateshot for all the headshots I have on Actors Access?
Are the slateshots specifically assigned to specific geadshots?
Reddit · 15 May 2021
In your opinion, what is good acting opposed to bad acting?
Simply put, what defines good acting as opposed to bad acting? Feel free to write essays or even just a sentence, whatever gets your point across! Here’s some questions to possibly prompt your input: Do you think that good acting is dependant on the script? Does acting reflect that of the script itself or is the emotio…
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Who are the top 10 actors in their 20's, in the industry right now?
Who do you think the best 20 something actors are currently?
Reddit · 15 May 2021
Can I be an actor if I have those white, very raised keloid self harm scars on my arm? I have heard mixed things about the reality of this situation for actors with this issue.
I don’t see any posts so far about this and only found a few Quora answers but I would like more perspective. One CD on Quora said “it’s not a problem until it is”. Another actor said people are always looking at it. Should I mention it in the casting room and say I have moved past that phase of harm a long time ago an…
Reddit · 14 May 2021
Finished Uni should I do another degree in acting?
I just finished my degree in Mathematics and thought to myself I actually do not enjoy this and could see myself an an actor in the long-term of my life as I've taken part in school theatre and small team films over the years. I thus was wondering do I need to get a degree in acting to somewhat be taken "serious" and i…
Reddit · 14 May 2021
Why did Sterling K Brown's acting professors encourage him to stop lifting weights? Explanation inside.
I'm not an actor, but the craft behind it interests me. Here's the relevant quote from [a Men's Health profile](https://www.menshealth.com/entertainment/a29413239/sterling-k-brown-age-longevity-interview/): >Brown went to grad school for drama at NYU—where, apparently, being the strong man on campus had less value. “My…
Reddit · 14 May 2021
Do casting directors actually watch reels?
Say they get 3,000 submissions on actors access and have to narrow it down to about 50 actors they want to see self-tapes from, are they mostly going off of headshots? Or do they take the time to actually watch. Just curious!
Reddit · 14 May 2021
CAVIAR on central casting?
Central casting is looking for background actors for a show called CAVIAR. Does anyone know what that show is? I can’t find it anywhere.
Reddit · 14 May 2021
Acting dilemma
I’m in high school and I auditioned for theater class and I’m sure I made the cut but I feel like when I “act” I’m reading off of a script and emotionally I’m not there it feels like I’m some Disney channel actor off of a corny show or a special guest appearance actor from the NBA with horrid i acting
Reddit · 14 May 2021
Looking for black female that can do a southern accent for a cartoon series (PAID)
The series follows a Family of Skunk Apes, living their life in the Florida Everglades.Heavily influenced by Family guy (Seasons 1 through 3) and Sitcoms like Family Matters/Full House.Actress must be okay with playing a character some might consider a stereotype.The character is just a funny cartoon cryptid and while…
Reddit · 13 May 2021
How can I actually have my own back?
I have callback for a professional musical theatre gig this Saturday. And I can feel myself mentally self-sabotaging. Throughout the pandemic, I've had a few auditions and self-tape requests, but have truthfully been on a break for a while. I'm usually a straight-play/film actor, and haven't done a musical since I was…
Reddit · 13 May 2021
I Finally Started
After years of “hoping” to some day become a voice actor, I finally decided to take a first step and record/upload my first Voice Acting attempt clip. It started when I first heard Troy Baker’s lines for Pain in Naruto Shippuden (which ended up being what I mimicked in my recording). I was completely mesmerized. It was…
Reddit · 13 May 2021
Theater classes at college vs. On-camera classes at acting studios
Current college student deciding if I should take a course with a renowned, well-respected acting teacher (ex. faculty experience at American Conservatory Theater + Stanford), at my non-performing arts related university or should I just take classes outside of school focused on on-camera acting if I'm pursuing film/TV…