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Reddit · 26 Sep 2018
This isn’t expansive, and it may be old news to a lot of folks since I only started a short while ago, but I wish I had a breakdown like this when I was getting started. I hope this can help someone. 1. GET PROFESSIONAL HEADSHOTS - I underestimated this in the beginning. I had 3 different sets of headshots from 3 diffe…
Reddit · 26 Sep 2018
What are some TV shows on networks/cable/streaming platforms in the US that are fitting for young adult and mid-20's actors? Asking for a fellow actor friend who is trying to find shows that they are a fit for. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
Backstage · 25 Sep 2018
Hey good people, I recently just finished Brene Brown's book "Daring Greatly" (an awesome read for anyone by the way, but especially actors) and I have been trying to put myself out there more and being comfortable with vulnerability. Alas, I would like to get feedback on my demo reel...
Backstage · 25 Sep 2018
Hey y'all My first post here! Okay, so a little background info of where I'm at right now acting wise, and then I'll ask for advice. Been acting for about 2 years, so still very green. Signed with two different agents for commercial and theatrical about a month ago. I...
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
Hello! My name’s Jason and I’m an actor! I entered myself into an acting competition not too long ago and have made it halfway through! However, I’ve run into a bit of a snag. You see, the competition is run on votes, so the quality of the performance sort of takes a back seat if someone has a bunch of friends. Unfortu…
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
I've been training to become an actor for a little while now. I'm thinking about doing background work just to observe what life is like on a set and learning about proper etiquette. I'm going to get my head shots done soon as well. Now, I have had a certain look most of my life. Especially with my hair. It's not long…
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
https://i.redd.it/th0e995v2bo11.jpg Hey everyone! I am so excited to share with you my latest book of 15 monologues and scenes of Gay men all telling their unique story. I was inspired by 'The Vagina Monologues' and wanted to tell a story of Gay men who are experiencing issues us Gay men face! And being an actor who is…
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
I'm growing increasingly frustrated with my reps (or more accurately, lackthereof) and am considering signing up for the LA Trip through Next Level Studios, which is basically a three day showcase for agents and managers in LA. Although I'm naturally dubious of the "pay to act" model, the limited amount I've read and h…
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
​ Hey guys! I am helping actors do their Self Tapes. I provide everything you will need. Camera, audio, lighting, reader, etc. I am an actor as well and have done these hundreds of times. I can rehearse with you and be your reading partner until we get it just right. Editing included. You will have your audition…
Reddit · 25 Sep 2018
Hello r/acting! I'm not a long-time actor at all. I am fairly new to this. Anyways about a week ago I auditioned and got a callback. I am thrilled, but also very confused and have no clue what to expect! Outside of auditioning for a local school play I've never done any acting. I got a callback for the school play but…
Reddit · 24 Sep 2018
I know an actor who owns a children's party cpmpany and while it doesn't solely support them, it does help with flexibility since they dont have to work as much at a another job. Do you own a small business to supplement your income?
Reddit · 24 Sep 2018
Hey Guys! ​ Just wanted to share this with you all. Throughout my directing and coaching of actors, I've noticed that many performers end up not fulfilling their full potential because they made a few mistakes or had a few misconceptions that could have easily been avoided or at least countered if they would hav…
Reddit · 24 Sep 2018
**TLDR: I’m in San Francisco until late November. Let’s make a zero-budget, possibly terrible, definitely rewarding feature film!** **Disclaimer: If you’re a pro, you can stop reading now. This is almost certainly “beneath you”.** As my username suggests, I’m an aspiring actor from London. I’ve been trapped in the *“ha…
Reddit · 24 Sep 2018
So I listen to this podcast called lasculturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowan Yang, in this episode Chloe Fineman as a guest. They started talking about steering wheel acting and how actors use it to win oscars. They said Nicole Kidman uses it in big little lies and Elizabeth Moss did it in handmaids tail. I tried a sim…
Stage 32 · 23 Sep 2018
Hi everyone I am a Canadian actress, and my question is I am pursuing my career as an actress I have been landing lead roles, principle ect… If I did extra or any type of background just to make extra money or for fun would that effect my career, would I be typecast. I would never put it on my resume or IMDB. I still w…
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
I just got an email telling me I didn’t get cast in a show that I really wanted. How do you guys deal with not getting the role you wanted?
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
Just curious, which European cities would you say are the best for actors? Besides London?
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
What type of people do you guys see casting directors are wanting for roles? I would love to hear your opinions and see what type of people are in “flavour” at the moment. Please share and say where you’re located. MY PERSPECTIVE - I’m American but I’m based in London. I have noticed that the majority of castings that…
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
Hey guys, in a week i'm going to audition. It's for a TV show and it's all about improvisation. The show is about real actors who sit in front of a podium. There's one person who tells who are going to play and what you're going to play. So a couple of seconds are all you get for trying to think of some good things to…
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
First year working for them and I've been told I have great energy and projection. I've actually been moved from my original scene to a bigger one with more to do because I was considered a stronger actor (only downside was the mask they switched me in, very heavy and very hot underneath) I applied for this job because…
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
I'm curious about what Union actors can do. Can a union actor act for free in their own web sketch? Can they collaborate on non union shorts and act in them for free? If you say no... Where does making YouTube videos come in especially since they can make money? Instagram videos? Facebook? Global Rule One states: No me…
Reddit · 23 Sep 2018
So I'm interested in acting but the issue is I play a better man than woman (which I am) I'm an amateur male impersonator, (and pretty convincing too) is it legal to have my acting persona be a man, or does my gender have to be public knowledge?
Reddit · 22 Sep 2018
Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere. So ask away!
Reddit · 22 Sep 2018
Hey guys, So I'm an actor in Baltimore, MD and I'm considering switching from my regimen of private coaching sessions mainly because: 1. I'd be going from ($75/ 1 hr) of private instruction to group lessons at ($60/ 3.5 hrs). This is obviously more bang for my buck, and I feel that I don't necessarily need 1-on-1 priva…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2018
Just stumbled onto this community looking for a place to post a go fund me. I am an LA actor and I am apart of a group taking a small play from Dallas, TX to New York. I wanted to see if it was possible to post the information here or if there was a good suggestion on where to post it. We are just looking for some help…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2018
I made a website on the side of my other projects for actors, models and crew to showcase their portfolios and production skills to get cast/hired on projects. Talentspots.com It’s pretty similar to Modelmayhem and Backstage with some project matching alerts like Thumbtack (a site for services). Still working out some…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2018
I'm a server (cliché I know lol) and I'm fairly new to my job. I have to request off for a project as well as another job I have where I sing at events and parties (which is only a couple days every month) but I'm not really sure what to put as the reason why. I feel like saying 'film shoot' or 'I have to perform at my…
Stage 32 · 21 Sep 2018
As an actor, I often feel like a moving target at auditions. So hopeful, so happy, so excited to work, but I've had my share of auditions that just went awful. I had a CD scream at me coz she didn't like my costume. I had another actor give me line readings. I once had a director answer the phone during my very diff…
Stage 32 · 21 Sep 2018
Couple of strong performances in this short film as one school teenager corners another in the Gents and tries to sell him his business proposition: Jay Penrake & Dam Adeyeye: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQWB3KtJWgg&feature=youtu.be
Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
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Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
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Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
Hey gang! Does anyone have any managers they can suggest for Developing Toronto Actors? I don't even know if this is the right question since all managers I have seen from my Toronto colleagues on IMDBpro are from USA. What I hope to get out of this is a few roles and for them to push my agent towards sending me to mor…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
I’m new to the Toronto scene and am curious to know who represents you lovely redditors
Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
Hey team! I am an actress in LA. I have mostly film work under my belt, though I had a stage career before moving to LA. I have studied/been working in acting since I was 8 (now 30) and I have also taken classes at The BGB Studio, Lesly Kahn & Co (ongoing), and Anthony Meindl's Actor Workshop (currently ongoing). I hav…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2018
I’m a university student. My biggest dream is to be an actress, but I don’t know the first step to my dream because I didn’t attend any acting school... I’m kinda asking this in desperate so it’s ok if you make fun of me :(
Reddit · 20 Sep 2018
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 · 20 Sep 2018
Eddie Goes Hollywood is a new channel that's been created to offer actors what filmmakers have had for years on the platform. A channel where tips and tricks will be offered to actors on how to get acting work, auditioning, getting an agent and inspiration in general. Make sure you check it out. ​ To support and…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2018
I had a agreed to be part of a production and shot one scene with them but lately they have just been not the nicest people to work with and it’s a for webseries. As a new actor I am looking for experience but they shot some of the scenes on their phone and I am not sure how great this is going to come out. I have a bi…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2018
Guy's a dipshit and I told him not to make the page because I'd make an imdb pro page first, but no such luck.
Reddit · 20 Sep 2018
Hey fellow actors and actresses, I was wondering if you guys could critique my demo reels for me. Any advice would be great! Thank you! Comedy - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XMqvdDm1l3E Dramatic - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDzfWoNb-8M
Reddit · 20 Sep 2018
We offer a proprietary algorithm to help BOOST your IMDB STARMETER. PM for more information! The IMDB STARMETER is an important number to producers, directors and casting agents while deciding on whether to cast actors and actresses in movies. While it may not guarantee roles, it is a vital to accelerating your acting…
Backstage · 19 Sep 2018
I was told backstage does offer a list of legit agents on their website.. true? If so.. where?
Reddit · 19 Sep 2018
My jokes always seem to land absolutely flat when I say a comedic line from a show. I really want to get better at it but I am unsure of how. I would really appreciate some tips to what I can do to improve on my comedic chops. I've had other actors tell me that you either got it or you don't. I personally think that's…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2018
I'm doing an anti-suicide video project! I need scriptwriters, actors / actresses, advertisers, composers, and artists! Pm me if you wanna help!
Reddit · 19 Sep 2018
Hi, I'm seeing showreels being shared across many different subs, and I wanted to create a great place for where they can all be shared. That's why I made this sub, [r/showreels](https://www.reddit.com/r/Showreels), to make it easy to give and receive solid feedback. I just wanted to let the creators here at r/acting k…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2018
My 9 yo son has been on 90 auditions since last October but he has nothing major on his resume, a couple of featured backgrounds, a few industrial commercials. He’s been called back for Bluebloods and The Goldfinch and Hartford Theater among others, but doesn’t land a lot of work relative to the number of auditions he…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2018
Hey guys I recently auditioned for an Amazon TV Pilot, and my agent just called me and said that they want me to come in for a table read next week! What exactly goes on during table reads, and what should I do to prepare?
Reddit · 18 Sep 2018
Hey all! Director wanting to know what are some helpful insights that we can do to make your job a bit easier so you can find a good performance in the moment?
Reddit · 18 Sep 2018
Hello im Trying to keep it short. Im 20 years old dude who lives in switzerland, my parents never encouraged me to do something, nor do they have any money. So now im here and I just realized that I really want to do a career in acting. Is it even worth it trying if i cant go to England or the USA to study acting? here…
Reddit · 18 Sep 2018
I've been applying on Actors Access and Backstage nonstop, and both allow you the option of including a cover letter before you submit. I find myself not knowing what to put that will grab the casting director's attention but I don't want to leave it blank - any tips?
