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Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
In the Past 2 years I've booked 3 SAG Feature Films 2 Major Stream Series, and 6 Commercials. I've been incredibly fortunate. I can definitely say I know a thing or two, but I'm not here to act like I'm the shit or pretend I know everything. Cause I don't. I still have a lot to learn. I'm just here to Vent because I kn…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
Hello all, as the title states, I am just getting started. I want to make a demo reel based off some scripts but don't really know where to look for a variety if script samples that are safe for me to use in the demo reel. Any suggestions or resources? I can see myself doing eLearning, professional, ads, etc. Trying di…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
I’m mostly referring to the two books below and any similar to them. If they are useful, in what way? And would you say one is better than another? https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/0801481546/ref=ox_sc_act_image_2?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&psc=1 https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/0896762521/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
Short version: I'm trying to get back on my acting game and feeling extraordinary rusty. I keep hearing about WeAudition and thinking that serving as a reader could help me get back in the swing if connecting with other actors while helping with *their* projects without having to have/coordinate my own. If you've been…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
Hi all, I got asked to do a background job (I have an obscure trait that they need from a few background actors). I would get $ and a SAG Voucher, and this would be my 2nd voucher (earned another in 2019 for a commercial). I don't want to shoot myself in the foot and limit job opportunities in the future, but I also do…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
I don't really plan to be a voice actor, if anything the closest activity I'd like to try would be casting my favorite games (Starcraft 2 and Rainbow 6). But I really want to hire a voice acting coach or a similar professional to help me improve my talking voice because I always thought I had a bad speaking voice. I fe…
Reddit · 17 Sep 2021
Currently looking for an actor who can channel Andrew Garfield's portrayal of Spider-Man, while still being able to perform and act beyond an impression. The role will be for a non-profit full script audio drama. Paid at $2 a line for a total of 226 lines. $452 overall. Auditions will be needed before final confirmatio…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
Hello everyone, Can someone help me out here? I’ve uploaded a 1080p quality video on actors access but it seems to be watered down due to the site? What can I do to resolve this? If I uploaded a 720p quality video would the site water it down more or would it be better off for me? I do not want to take the video I alre…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
Hello, I've been searching for an answer, but I couldn't find one. I'm thinking of signing up for actors access plus account, and I'm wondering if the plus account will allow me to upload demo clips for free? I notice I can submit unlimitedly, as well as pictures are free, but I'm wondering what about a demo reel? Can…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
A young actor I’m mentoring asked me this question, and I gave them my answer, but I’m curious how typical it is. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/ppfas2)
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
I am thinking of getting an agent after years of being self-represented. I used to get a lot of small roles from being self-represented, but I think I am ready for the next level and have someone submit me for bigger roles and give me feedback on how to be better. However, I already have tons of opportunities as a bran…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
Pretty much the only well-known actor who I can think of that has it is Daniel Radcliffe. If you're not aware of what Dyspraxia is...it's pretty much a disorder that ruins your fine motor skills. Kids with it have terrible handwriting, suck at sports, poor coordination. take longer to learn to tie their shoes, etc. Of…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
I just felt like sharing my acting story because i feel like this might help some of you I'm not where I want to be as an actor but the last few weeks changed a lot for me and I'm nearer to my goal than ever 9 years ago I had the change to act on a real stage in front of real people for the first time, it was so much f…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
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 · 16 Sep 2021
Grad student at an acting program here. During the final year of our MFA, we do a show with a regional house in the area and get an equity contract if I so choose, to join the union. My goal is to primarily work in tv/film post-graduation, and move to LA to do so…is joining equity even worth it in the LA market? The in…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
UK voice actor here. I got my memberships with Equity (union) and Spotlight (UK's main/biggest casting directory) through on-camera work, but the pandemic hit and I let my memberships lapse for financial reasons. About a year ago, I got into voice acting and ended up with a whole professional setup at home. I love it s…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2021
My new teacher has a no drugs (including but not limited to weed) 24 hours before class rule, which makes sense because she doesn’t want people showing up high. However, she also explicitly recommended that none of us smoke pot at all. She says consistent smoking will “dull reactions and create a very distinctive letha…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
Hi all. I've frequently seen bloopers in sitcoms where someone will mention that they only know their lines. I've always wondered, how is that possible? I know it's a dumb question but how do you know when your next turn is to speak if you don't know if the previous actor is fully done delivering their lines? Forgive m…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
Hey guys! This is my first time posting on this community, but I finally have a reason :) I’m in the IB (international baccalaureate) program at school and we have to write a two sided argument about an ethical dilemma. Mine is -“Should able bodied actors be cast in the roles of disabled characters?” Please feel free t…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
Newbie Voice Actor here: you'll probably see me post ALOT of questions over the next month! I'm making a Vocal Booth with PVC booth but with a wooden frame and Producer's Choice Acoustic blankets from VocalBoothToGo. I would love to have a laptop in the booth to record but I'm worried about fan noise. Any laptop recomm…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
Hello I (17M) am an actor, mostly musical theatre is where my passion lies but I do read plays often and enjoy performing in them as well. I have ADHD and while it does make my life pretty difficult at times, it has honestly served me well in many aspects of acting (learning Stanislavski). I can live in the moment and…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
TITLE: 4:08 PM TYPE: Student Short Film of a 6-page Script SYNOPSIS: Blair and Dylan, a young couple deeply in love, spend their last moments together before an asteroid destroys the world. ***** ROLES: Blair and Dylan BLAIR - A person in their mid-20s to early 30s. They are an emotionally sensitive person. The concept…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
i’m currently on a gap year after graduating highschool, i was supposed to apply to drama school for this year but i didn’t feel ready mentally. truthfully, i’ve just always had this weird feeling about drama school that i haven’t been able to pinpoint. is that demanding and intense 3 years worth it when you can learn…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
So I really would like to be a voiceover actress for animated movies and cartoons. How would I best go about doing that?
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
I am currently doing a three year run theatre school in my country. I want to be an actor when we grow up. Will doing theatre help me with that, make me better in any kind of way?
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
Hi everyone! **15-second version:** Having a huge social media following and "engaging" (whatever the f\*\*\* that's even supposed to mean lol) with followers is like, way way WAY more important for your acting career than I thought (like... frighteningly so?), and apparently agents and the like think you should be on…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
The reason i’m asking is because I am always told I’m bad at lying so I also wonder if that has anything to do with it
Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
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Reddit · 15 Sep 2021
I wouldn’t call my self famous, but I have been pulled in the streets a few times. I acted as the CCTV footage of James Bulger on “CrimesThatShookBritain”. I had been coached acting through “stagecoach” within their studios. I have stopped acting for around, 5years. I leave school in May, so the question is; do I go ba…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
How did you start your career as a voice actor and what experience do you need to get yourself started on the career?
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
So I recently got cast in a film and yesterday we had a table read over Zoom. There were several times during the read when the director would stop us and ask, “Could you say the line like this?” It’s my ultimate pet peeve as an actor and I cannot stand it when directors do it. And every time I say the line the way he…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
I’ve only been acting for about 2 1/2 years but but since the very beginning I’ve always taken classes that were built for on camera work. I’ve always heard that theater actors when transitioning to TV and film always have a tough time with that process (especially when it comes to self taping). I don’t know if I would…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
Hi! We're creating a YouTube brand. It is going to be a video essay-style format, but instead of a human narrating, we have a malevolent alien. This alien is advising specific humans in power how to manipulate/influence the people they lead (presidents, military leaders, dictators, media company owners, etc.). Taking i…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
I do remember reading somewhere here about some famous actor who used to frequent this sub reddit a lot before they blew up? I’m thinking Simu but I could be wrong. Please help me lol it’s bothering me
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
Tom Kenny: Spongebob Tara Strong: Cindy (The Boondocks) Grey Griffin: Mandy John DiMaggio: Scotsman Frank Welker: Scooby Doo Phil LaMarr: Samurai Jack Jeff Bennett: Kowalski Rob Paulsen: Yakko Warner Jess Harnell: Wakko Warner Richard Steven Horvitz: Zim Cree Summer: Numbuh 5 Keith David: Spawn Bill Farmer: Goofy Jim C…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
Currently looking for an agent, have my package set up and everything is ready to go. Going to try and submit for a few dozen agencies, hopefully a few will call me back, but in the event that they do, thoughts on Small vs Large agencies? Ive heard that smaller agencies may have better relationships, as they are relyin…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
Hey friends! I’m an actor living in LA looking for a day job to supplement my career and was looking into becoming an office PA at places such as FX, WB, or Netflix. I figure working at these studios would allow me to meet people actually working in the industry. Befriend the right people, introduce them to things I’m…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
Hi all! LA actor here pretty new to the “having a theatrical agent” thing and lately I’ve been booking some background work that I have procured myself and been paid for. I have paid my manager 10% on this work because I know that is standard, but I am wondering if I need to pay my theatrical agent as well? It’s a litt…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
I recently got a chance to be a background actor on a new Netflix show and it was such a great experience. As a film student being on set is such a great learning experience and I'm inspired to try my hand at acting. Does anyone know of any good acting classes I could take as a beginner? I don't really want to pay like…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
I have been told by many friends and even online strangers that I have a voice for voice acting. When i was younger i wanted to be a seiyuu (Japanese voice actor) but for a while gave up on that dream cause i wasn't Japanese. I was also pretty young and indecisive cause I also wanted to be an astronaut or an actress bu…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
how does one get their name / project announced in one? i’m the lead in a film that has some name talent attached, but i have no clue if their teams or publicists will make the announcement since it’s a very small indie film. i don’t have a publicists, but just curious. it may seem silly but it’s always a fun actor mil…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2021
While I’m in college I’m going to take some classes because my main path becoming a director, so knowing how to act or understanding the art can help translate some parts to the actors. Let’s say I really like acting, what’s the next step? I’m unsure where to take that art after college. I’m not interested in being in…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
So I teach a course that focuses on directing actors for camera - hence most of my students are non actors. However I believe it’s important that the director experiences life in front of the lens. I’ve got a few scenes I like to give them to go work on in groups of three - one director and two actors, but I’m looking…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
Hello, I am an aspiring Actress and trying to find auditions in NY besides backstage and actors access. Please help to identify other sources of auditions in the area. Also, would you please give me a hint where to find good monologues for my self-tapes. Thank you
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
What are the differences between theatre and film prep prior to the show / shooting the film? I'm from the UK and have most experience from theatre. I'm interested to understand the process prior to shooting a film? My experience of theatre: Audition ---> get the part ---> script read ----> maybe sometime for exploring…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
Hi all, so recently I had someone (who is not a VA, she’s a therapist) tell me I need an LLC and business license to freelance (for tax purposes or something) and I was like what? Why? I’ve never heard of an actor needing these things to get work, and I don’t exactly have a ton of extra money to pay the fees at the mom…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
Hey guys, I was wondering if you had some tips for identifying scams in casting calls? I am an unrepresented actor trying to get some experience/footage on camera and therefore am not qualified for the big-budget/obviously legit breakdowns. When looking at a casting call on Backstage, for example, I try to google the d…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2021
We're looking for a somewhat dark reading of the text below. However, we're open to different interpretations of it as well, maybe even a slightly brighter reading would contrast nicely with our music. Male and female voices are both fine. This will be for an American audience, so that accent is preferred but not requi…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2021
Hi all I had an audition on Friday for an advert. I’m pretty sure I didn’t get it, as they need someone for costume fitting next Friday. One of the other actors waiting in the audition asked the receptionist who he should invoice for his recall fee. Mr Google has informed me this is around £50 and seems quite unique to…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2021
I've done enough background acting in LA to be pretty familiar with the pay bumps. Do regular, non-background actors get the same bumps? It seems like the same things would apply, but I can't find rates for non-background pay bumps. When I google actor bumps all of the results are for background. I've tried looking thr…
