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Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
A question on diversity. I havr been talking to few friends I met. Some of them have told me thatvthey tend to get roles for small parts because of their type. Does this mean that there aren't that many big roles for minority actors? I have seen shows with them as leads or supporting, but it seems frw according to audi…
Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
Do any of you actors who try to fully immerse yourselves for weeks and months into your characters psychologically ever notice that you begin to attract things in your everyday life that are specifically of that fictional character and not of yourself? Like weird coincidences and serendipity only in alignment with your…
Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
That’s my only hesitation at this point, there are boxes for sag non union sag e ficore on AA, and technically you can “rejoin” sag again, so what do you guys think? Would the people at AA really know any difference? There’s 50 million actor profiles on there, and they are a business, not the morality police. What woul…
Stage 32 · 25 Aug 2018
Hi guys, aspiring film/tv actor here; was wondering if anyone any idea son utilizing extra work to break into the business? i know there are strong opinions for and against. Also, if you do support it, is LA or NYC better for it? It is worth being in the extras union? Thanks, and glad to be here!
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
hi friends! I am an aspiring young actress but I don’t have a lot of acting experience (apart from high school plays and drama classes). I want to get more involved in my passion in the near future but I have a few questions concerning headshots: 1- Should I get a headshot even though I am not a professional? If not, s…
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
Setting the scene: a staged reading. It’s a bit of a hybrid as we have some movement and costumes but with scripts in hand I can’t call it anything else. 4 minutes before I go on, I feel it. The bubbling in the gut. I make a mad dash to the bathroom and to my horror am (apologies for the indelicateness) peeing from my…
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
Hello actors of Reddit! I am planning to apply to become a standardized patient and I am also planning to volunteer in my school's nursing/medical program. I do not have a lot of experience with physical or mental illnesses myself nor do I know a lot of people with any type of illnesses. My question for you all is how…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
I just started binging on the HBO series, “Barry”, about a hit man who wants to become an actor. I know it will make you all laugh. And it’s particularly hilarious for those of us in LA (especially acting coaches). I’m loving it! Have you seen it? https://youtu.be/b09aJdWqVp4
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Hi all, I'm an actor, like most of you I imagine, and I need to find out what I offer as my brand based on first impressions of how I look, what vibe you get from me etc. etc. If you could quickly fill out the survey below that would help me so much! [https://goo.gl/forms/ilpJkWpxDLHb5ooB2](https://goo.gl/forms/ilpJkWp…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
I had a long long debate with my acting friend. She said that good acting is just about being present and connected. My line of thought is, good acting is what is seen through the camera. She was saying, if you see bad actors in class or in a movie, it's because they weren't connected to the material. She's saying it a…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
I have the grits to make it, but I need help. i want a team to work with. a mentor, somebody to see my value and hustle and talent that can perhaps help me out a little bit with advice, career guidance, etc. I wouldn't even mind "interning" or being an assistant to somebody that is established in the business, an oppor…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Curious how people feel. A lot of in room auditions are just taped and sent to producers anyways but, I’m constantly travelling for work and finding a reader is a big problem. Most of the time I gotta use my phone and self read which has worked before. I just feel like there’s such a stigma of how professional people a…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Hey all! So I'll try and keep this brief. I've done theatre here and there throughout high school, college, and after college in community theatre & classes, but it's always just been a hobby I enjoyed. I've only had ensemble & small speaking roles. I genuinely love doing theatre, but I never saw it as a potential for…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
I’m open to Skype calls or watching an online master class I just don’t want to be scammed. Does anyone have a website or place where I can go for resources!???
Stage 32 · 23 Aug 2018
Hello, all! My child is a 12 yr old child actor after she decided to go professional about a year and a half ago. She just wrapped up a supporting role in an indie feature film (premiere is next month), have done industrial and booked for a regional commercial to film this week. Her first job was modeling (not her pass…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
A week ago I submitted myself online for a role of being a stand in/photo double after I saw I matched the physical description they were looking for. The only information on the submission was that the play was being produced by a well known actor. The submission listed the actor, however I want to omit that for priva…
Reddit · 23 Aug 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 · 23 Aug 2018
Who do you guys think is the greatest actor of all time? Not in terms of popularity but in terms of actual acting (getting into character, conveying strong emotions, diverse body of work and roles). Past and present! I’m sure everyone will have different opinions which is great, so I look forward to seeing what you guy…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
One of the things I love about Reddit is that in a little over a month I’ve been able to meet and give guidance to actors all over the world...all in my free time on set between camera set ups. Some of them live in small towns in rural areas...some in the US, UK and as far as Turkey. They have this deep desire to act a…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
How do you balance school work/classes and making it to auditions and shoots? Do you have to take a lot of time off? Generally just wondering how the experience has been acting while also pursuing education! :)
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
If not, which schools are teaching something different? My place is behind the scenes, writing/directing/cinematography, but to be perfectly honest I do not like modern realist styles, which are all rooted in method acting and ultimately in Stanislavski’s theories. I really prefer the older styles of acting which did n…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Hi everyone! I need some advice on self-tapes. I've heard mixed reviews. Do you memorize your sides or do you use them as you would at an in-person cold read when you do self-tapes? Thanks!
Stage 32 · 22 Aug 2018
We've all heard them.Here's mine:https://youtu.be/TpyXlPIYKVo
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
I just want to say that I wish to thank you Ms. Hiller for your contribution to the subreddit and to acting. I had a question also , please. Ms. Hiller you mentioned in one of your lovely posts (which I cannot find) that the character does not know what is going to happen (as in real life) and does not know precisely w…
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
I need a copy of the handbook in order to prepare a presentation on some of the rules, but am unable to access a full copy anywhere unless I am already an equity member or a producer. Does anyone know where I could find it online, or if anyone has a copy they would be able to send to me. ​ Appreciate the help fr…
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
As a Comedy based Youtuber, my main goal is to inspire, become an actor, and make people laugh. Im someone who likes to be creative and understands that Youtube is essentially one of the best free platforms to show off that creativity. My channel consists of Skits, Vlogs, Characters, and Challenges. If you're intereste…
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
I’ve been having a really difficult fucking time finding agent I’m in the dmv area and every agency in the area is just a fucking scam and I need to find one soon
Stage 32 · 21 Aug 2018
Could this photo count as a headshot? Or does it need to be professionally done?
Reddit · 21 Aug 2018
[original post from a few days ago](https://old.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/989wc5/got_a_role_in_a_short_now_i_found_its_a_trailer_i/) I messaged the producer (we had already been communicating via text for rehearsals) and told him that my manager wanted to schedule an editor to cut my new reel and that he wanted to k…
Reddit · 21 Aug 2018
knowing that your sex work past could one day come out, would you still do it as an actor?
Reddit · 21 Aug 2018
[Previous Post](https://old.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/98zqh2/update_got_a_role_in_a_short_now_i_found_its_a/) Long story short: I got an email from a producer saying he knew some of my actor friends (he did) and he was in need of an actress for a short film. He asked for headshot and resume and my drama reel, which…
Reddit · 21 Aug 2018
Hi there! Like my title is, is it imperative to one’s career to move to LA to pursue a full acting career? I’m currently faced with the option to move there for a full time job and am getting nervous about leaving my family behind to pursue this.
Stage 32 · 20 Aug 2018
So this is an opinion of mine that may not be popular with some, but I figured I would see what you guys think. You: "I haven't been booking as much as I would like to"Person: "You could always make your own content!"This is not bad advice at all, and for those who can create their own quality content, by all means can…
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSckE656BdQ&frags=pl%2Cwn](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tSckE656BdQ&frags=pl%2Cwn)
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
I'm thinking of United Talent or William Morris. I am not at all in a place to sign up with them. I want to know how the procedure works. A friend of a friend if a friend signed up with CAA. Her resume wasn't huge. She had a few principal or supporting role each year since 2017. Maybe 10 credits total. She is not Ameri…
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
Let everyone know what you're working on right now. Post links to webseries, plays, clips, anything you want. Promote your own work and see what everyone else is doing. Even if you just had a great audition, let us know about it.
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
I was wondering how actors trained for spontaneous reactions (laughing, crying, etc.), without making it appear forced. Or is it a quality some people have a better knack for than others?
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
For a website, where do actors usually go to do that? I don't know a whole lot about starting a website. I think I would definitely use "myname".com but do actors usually use go-daddy? And what are the approximate costs for starting one and maintaining it? I think I also have heard of Weebly? Let me know guys! Thanks
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
Acting class is a little microcosm of the real world of acting. There are lots of people there who say they want to be actors. They sign up, pay the fee and show up for class. They all have these things in common. But this is where the similarities end. From then on the teacher will begin to see the students in differe…
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
I had an audition at 1pm, the guy rolls in at 1:30. I was gone already, becuase professionals don’t do shit like that. He sends me a deuchey text message. Seriously? I didn’t even respond. I’m so tired of this crap. How am I ever supposed to progress in this “industry” if this is how people behave? I refuse to audition…
Reddit · 20 Aug 2018
I’m a filmmaker in pre-production for my first picture, not an actor, but obviously acting is somewhat integral to what I’m doing. In the context of my work, I do not like the more naturalistic Stanislavski influenced style, what I’m going for is the more representational acting that we see in old Hollywood, for instan…
Reddit · 19 Aug 2018
I've read a lot of books on learning that say the way to get good at something is to use deliberate practice. My question is how do you apply this to a more objective skill like acting?
Reddit · 19 Aug 2018
I have an idea about the "types" I can play/ want to highlight for my reel, but I want a complete stranger's opinion based on first look. I've heard SAG organizes some sessions where you can just stand quietly in front of other actors and they'll write down what type they see in you, so I thought I'd try it here. Thank…
Reddit · 19 Aug 2018
[https://www.real.video/5809064740001](https://www.real.video/5809064740001) I went to the Crisis Actors website to join the cast in 2013 and my application was accepted. After posting a few comments exposing the hoax I was suddenly banned. This video includes a telling scene where Robbie Parker is seen smiling and gri…
Reddit · 18 Aug 2018
Hey guys! So last month I got an email that said I had been recommended for a role in a short film. I was really excited and I read the script and it was kinda weird but would be good for my reel. The footage is unlike anything else I have so I accepted the role without pay, which I haven't had go do in years. Apparent…
Reddit · 18 Aug 2018
I was about 4 or 5. I would see my great uncle quite a lot and I remember he'd always turn on Shirley Temple movies for me. I loved them and would always sing along to the songs. I had curly hair like she did and one day, my uncle jokingly said, "You could be the new Shirley Temple!" This is the very first time I thoug…
Reddit · 17 Aug 2018
I know this is a question sure to ignite feelings before I ask it. As a classical musician, of course I think that the thing I do is like one of the hardest, most grueling things you can do, that's self-interest, and being truly objective and unbiased is a big ask. But, perhaps the answers from stage actors will balanc…
Reddit · 17 Aug 2018
Who are some examples of Movie Actors who never change their accent for a role? Does this make them a bad actor?? First to come in mind is (I might be mistaken)- Keanu Reeves, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Harrison Ford?
Reddit · 17 Aug 2018
Hey guys! Going back into my second year of graduate school on Saturday. Soon afterwards we'll have auditions for the Fall productions, which are Night of the Iguana and Cabaret. I'm a soprano with a good voice and a character actor. Roles I've played include The Mother in Machinal, M. Papillion in Rhinocerous and The…
