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Backstage · 20 Dec 2018

reputable 1-2 year technique programs in LA?

i did a 1 1/2 year meisner thing at a low key place in NYC with an artsy-fartsy teacher and it was the last time I felt magic with my acting. what good technique programs exist in LA? i wouldn't mind doing another 1-2 year program to really start a...

Backstage

Backstage · 19 Dec 2018

Could use some advice on a heavy situation

Hi folks. New to the Backstage forums and my first post is going to be kinda heavy, my apologies in advance. But I could definitely use some advice and input. I'm in my 40's and 'just getting started.' OK, well not exactly. There is some nuance there. This is my...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 19 Dec 2018

Bio Recommendations

Hello All! I'm looking for an educational biography to take with me on "winter break" Does anyone have a recommendation? I prefer an actor biography but would also be interested in the production side. 

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 19 Dec 2018

Keeping Momentum Going

Hey all! So I have been acting and modeling mainly in Iowa and am looking to expand. I will travel anywhere for the right project and am extremely versatile in the genres I enjoy. The biggest thing to me is that I do well with offbeat characters. I am a part of several casting pages which has helped extremely and IMDB.…

Backstage

Backstage · 19 Dec 2018

Going the extra mile

I have an agent. What else can I do to increase my chances of getting to know casting directors and auditioning?

Reddit

Reddit · 19 Dec 2018

A rant about clients who have small budgets but expect the world...

OPINION: If you're a client looking for work here and are going to spend less than $100 on your voice-over, I expect some kind of escrow or self-executing contract that ensures I am paid upon completion. (Most people won't touch sub-$100 gigs, but bear with me—that will play into my rant). Now, don't get me wrong—I thi…

Reddit

Reddit · 19 Dec 2018

What’s Wrong with my Proposal?

I posted a project on Voice123 a few days ago and haven’t gotten an interest from voice actors. I’ve never done this before so I’m wondering if I did something wrong. Can you take a look? https://voice123.com/pi/IB21N8IM0

Backstage

Backstage · 17 Dec 2018

Producers unresponsive to footage request

What do you do about producers who promise you footage and you worked well with but never reply when you ask for the footage or an update? And why do they do this?

Reddit

Reddit · 16 Dec 2018

Interested in voice acting, but not sure where to start

Hi all, Aspiring voice actor here (as I'm sure we all are.) Just getting into the scene, I have a few internships with radio stations at the moment. I don't necessarily have any voice acting experience, but I do have news casting experience and an outlet for expressing my voice. I'll include a few examples of my work,…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 15 Dec 2018

Are you an actor or want to become one?

I am a professional actor who has help many other actors in the industry. I would like to offer my help and services over here if anyone is interested. 

Backstage

Backstage · 14 Dec 2018

How should I go about getting started with my acting career?

Okay. I am a young adult and it is my dream to become a famous and successful actress. I live in a city where acting isn’t big and there are no opportunities, but I live an hour away from a city where acting is major (meaning there are a lot...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2018

Actor

I'm the youngest actress in stage 32 because I've been in a production in Eastgate Middle School and I've been singing in choir and earned 2 nominations for Eastgate academy awards for best singer and best ensemble member. Although, I already got an award for best ensemble member at the awards assembly. So, if you want…

Backstage

Backstage · 13 Dec 2018

NYC Film/TV Classes Recommendations

Hello all! I'm starting to hunt around for studios/teachers that offer film/tv courses in NYC this spring. (Specifically courses for beginners.) Any recommendations you have would be appreciated!

Backstage

Backstage · 12 Dec 2018

Casting Directors NYC

Hi! Trying to compile a list of every important NYC TV/Film Casting Director/Office and what they cast (genre wise). Casting About is overwhelming and I would love to make a concise list with the kinds of shows/films each office focuses on. Thanks!

Backstage

Backstage · 12 Dec 2018

Should I join AEA?

I'm a SAG-AFTRA actor who just moved to NYC have only worked TV/Film and commercial projects. A few friends said I should join AEA so I can audition for plays too without the long lines. Just wondering any advice since I'm unknown in the theater world.

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Dec 2018

Become a Better Actor

I realized something after years of working on projects and pulling the best out of people that there is one thing that remains constant. You have to want to be better and let your actions show. Actors will go to school, take courses, read books, look stupid doing our warmup exercises but one thing they won’t do is thi…

Backstage

Backstage · 11 Dec 2018

Contacting Agent

Hello all, After sending out a batch of emails to casting directors and agents I recieved an email from an agent asking me to come in Friday, which is something I cant do because I have a flight that day an hour after the time he asked to meet. I...

Backstage

Backstage · 10 Dec 2018

O1 Visa actors

Hi actors, dancers, singers on O1 Visas, I’d like to hear from you and your experience: Have you ever signed or freelanced with an agent? Have you had trouble finding jobs and/or being accepted for jobs because of your legal status? If you have all 25 EMC points is it...

Reddit

Reddit · 10 Dec 2018

Need advice from voice actors, would this be a feasible way of recording for you?

I'm creating an independent animated series as a hobby and expect it to take a loooong time to make. Because the episodes will probably take *at least* a month each to crank out and there are several reoccuring characters, I highly doubt that I would be able to hire voice actors as I'm animating. By the time I finish e…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 8 Dec 2018

Me

I would like to Act @ Hollywood Flicks need your Tips & Help CHEERS

Backstage

Backstage · 4 Dec 2018

Just trying to get started

Hey my name is Taylor I Recently started backstage and I been a little skeptical about it. My location is Mobile, Al and it was brought to my attention that most auditions and good talent agency’s aren’t in my area, I know they’re current actors/actresses that made that big move...

Backstage

Backstage · 4 Dec 2018

Advice for Pregnant Actress

I am 29 weeks pregnant and SAG-AFTRA looking for suggestions on how to get acting and commercial print work during my pregnancy. Any suggestion is most welcome!

Reddit

Reddit · 3 Dec 2018

Voice Acting Questions: Advice from Professionals for the Novices

I'm looking for people who have spent at least a year working or attempting to work as a voice actor/actress. I have my own thoughts on these questions, but I'd really like to know what the greater community thinks. I am looking for responses from legitimate, experienced actors/actresses to answer this thread. This inf…

Backstage

Backstage · 1 Dec 2018

Looking for Acting Coach: Recommendations & Suggestions

I plan to attain an MFA in acting, starting school either next fall or the following year. Auditions will be tough for me because of my limited experience acting, so it is imperative that I begin working with an acting coach. Most MFA auditions require 2-4 monologues, contemporary and classic....

Reddit

Reddit · 30 Nov 2018

Looking to hire voice actor for short corporate video - PAID

Hey there, looking to hire a voice actor who can do work for a corporate video. We're a startup looking to add a voice over to an animated video about our product. We're looking primarily for female voices, late 20s to late 30s sounding. This is remote work, so you must be able to record yourself. Please consider that…

Backstage

Backstage · 28 Nov 2018

Audition workshop

I submitted to a project and the producers have asked me to come in for a paid audition/reading the text workshop, and they want me to fill out an I-9 for payment for this workshop. That’s odd, right?

Backstage

Backstage · 27 Nov 2018

Is 24 too late to start acting if you are a woman?

So as the tittle says, is 24 too late to start acting as a girl? I'm currently 22 and living in Spain, I've had some experience acting in the US before when I was a teen and came for acting summer camps in LA, did very small role on a...

Backstage

Backstage · 27 Nov 2018

Agent Submission Advice

Hey so quick story (details withheld for anonymity). So I was away on a contract at beginning of month when I submitted to a talent agency. The next morning their was a response that basically said: when you get back to NY, let me know and I would love to...

Backstage

Backstage · 26 Nov 2018

Is it a good idea?

I'm unsure as to when the holiday season/vacation for productions start. I wanted to renew my AA subscription, but wasn't sure if it was pointless to do so now, if we are around the time where work is slow. Does it start to slow down starting from Thanksgiving? Week before...

Reddit

Reddit · 25 Nov 2018

I'm wanting to bring together a group of creative and talented people.

Hello! I apologize if this isn't the place for a post like this, I'm not sure where else to post it. I'm an audio editor for several podcasts and have been audio editing for about 2 years now, and I've always wanted to start a volunteer group of voice actors, writers, music, and artists. I've always wanted to make a po…

Backstage

Backstage · 24 Nov 2018

What are your 2019 career goals?

It’s almost a new year, what are your plans for it?! Do you want to go on more auditions? Completely overhaul your book? Write your own show? Get a website to display your talents? Let’s share our goals and revel in the good vibes of our hopes and dreams ❤️☺️

Backstage

Backstage · 23 Nov 2018

How do I cope with family who disagree with my career goals?

Since I first realized in high school what I wanted to do with my life, my family hasn't been very supportive of my seeking acting and voice-over opportunities. They don't see it as conventional, even going so far as to fearmonger me out of it. They also dread the thought...

Reddit

Reddit · 22 Nov 2018

Information on voice acting

So I know next to nothing about the art of voice acting. However, I have always found it very interesting. So I was hoping that you guys could help me understand more about it. What are some qualities of a good voice actor(and examples)? What are some qualities of a bad voice actor(and examples)? Who are the best and w…

Reddit

Reddit · 22 Nov 2018

[PAID ROLE] [Female] [$50] [112 words]

**Age:** 25 to 32 years old **Name:** Ranger Gomez **Tone:** Ideally Mezzo-Soprano **Accent:** North-American or Southern accent. It's important that she either has one of those two as she shouldn't have a British accent, etc. **Appearance:** We can make her look like anyone with Blender and ZBrush but she should sound…

Backstage

Backstage · 21 Nov 2018

Actors Access Question

Hi All, I recently purchased the "actors access plus" and I think misunderstood the benefits. I thought I would be able to attach videos at no additional cost to my submissions. However, every time I try and do this it still puts the video in my "cart" and requests that...

Backstage

Backstage · 21 Nov 2018

"Familiarity" in Auditions

Hey, guys! I have a callback for a new show on Tuesday. They sent me the sides last night (around 10-11pm) and said: "Please select two monologues to be familiar with. You may be asked to read from the additional sides as well." Does "familiar" mean memorized?

Backstage

Backstage · 19 Nov 2018

List of acting agencies in NYC (similar to SAMs list for LA)

Does anybody know of a list of NYC acting agencies, arranged by 'tier'. There is a great list I've seen online for LA agencies (sometimes called "SAMs list"), but I can't find anything similar for NYC. I already know who the top few agencies are, but it's really tricky as...

Reddit

Reddit · 19 Nov 2018

In advocacy of Shakespeare as a learning tool...

Hello everyone, I began reading this sub today as an interest for something that might be a new hobby for me. I have a little prior experience (worked in radio in my college years for awhile) but not much. It seems that there is a lot of information online about equipment, marketing, and editing, all of which are under…

Reddit

Reddit · 19 Nov 2018

[Paid role] [Brooklyn accent] [Male] [$50] (137 words)

Hi there. Our team is looking for a male actor with a New Jersey/Brooklyn accent. **Age:** Anywhere from 23 to 35 years old **Tone:** Tenor to Baritone **Accent:** Brooklyn accent or Bronx **Appearance:** Similar build and appearance to Jared Leto in Requiem of a Dream or Giovani Ribsi **Personality:** Greasy Johnny is…