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Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
Hey all, My name is Michael and I'm an actor based in NC. as other actors from my area may know we used to have tax incentives in place so that people and studios were persuaded to film here (typically they would film in Wilmington) A tax incentive is basically a way in the tax code to say "hey, come here!" to an indus…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
Hey guys, Just wondering if anyone could point me the way to learning how to connect to the material better. I know being an actor requires Empathy, but are their specific techniques to feel the way the character's feel about something their speaking about? Say, another character (not in the scene or film but alluded t…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
It's a legit question I want to ask. I hope no one gets offended. Since graduating from acting class, I've been doing commercials, indie films, TV and corporate videos. Yet it's still a struggle to make ends meet. I have female classmates (whom I'm not close with) who just do theatre. No commercials, no film,no TV. Not…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
Just finished a semester in an acting school. I did not have a good experience with one of the teachers there or the way the technique was taught. ​ Our teacher, an actor himself - aside from constantly name-dropping famous actors every second class, he would keep going up and saying to me at least once every cl…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
All my life I’ve been told by multiple people that I should try acting etc. but I live in a country/town with barely any acting activity (Varberg, Sweden). What do you recommend me doing? Is there even a point in trying? There aren’t really many known swedish actors. The only ones I know of are the Skarsgårds.
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
So I've been given the opportunity to submit a solo piece to potentially be performed at the Fringe World festival next year. This is a big thing where I'm from. The chances that I'll get in seem low, but there's no harm in trying I guess. However, for the last year my mother has been crazy about going to see the North…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
Since I fell in love with films I've always wanted to be an actor. I recently started going for auditions and when I'm acting in the audition it doesn't feel like I will love acting. Then I watch a film again and the desire to act comes back. Does anybody feel the same way. Is it something that's normal or should I see…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2019
So, let me preface this by saying that I am by no means a veteran of this industry. I have worked in the theatrical world for over a decade and am a newcomer to the film industry. I have found some success in both acting worlds. I'm writing this because I've become a little bit annoyed by the overwhelming majority of p…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2019
First I am a growing actor like you all. This is not some sort of hustle. I want to share. And network...I am an introvert and this is a small token I can use to help people remember me. So , full disclosure there. Also, If you live near Silver Lake, maybe we can be self tape reading partners, I am looking for a networ…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2019
I’ve always wanted to be an actress. In college I took some acting classes and loved it. I’m a 20 (soon to be 21) year old female. I don’t know how to start acting? (I live in Long Island). Do I go to the city to open casting calls? Are there legit websites I can use? How do I find an agent? I want to make sure things…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2019
So quick background, I'm from Belgium, and I'm going to be studying Computer Science in the US. However, my biggest dream isn't to be a software engineer, but to become an actor. But because of the fact that I'm from Belgium, it brings up some issues, logistic wise. The only way I'd be able to go to the US is by going…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2019
I have an audition for drama school coming up and we have to do a minuet long monologue. I picked the dad speech from “Call Me By Your Name”. I’m 19 and the actor appears to be in his 40s/50s. I just found it on the internet and already memorized it, but friends are saying to find a different monologue because Im not a…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2019
What are your thoughts on the necessity of IMDbPro for those in the Tv/Film industry and at what point of ones career, if any, should an actor invest in a subscription?
Reddit · 19 Jul 2019
So, like the title says, I’ve always wanted to be an actor. For years I’ve been self conscious not just with friends or people that are rude to me in general, but with family too. I know what you guys are gonna say, to just not think about them or just ignore what they say n stuff but that doesent work. I’m not sure if…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2019
I'll make my story brief - I've wanted to be an actor since childhood. I wasn't allowed to pursue the dream by parents, I got a 'real' job/MBA, I found a way to put myself through school again for acting, everything has been paid on my own here in NYC. I love acting. It's my therapy. It's my joy. Well-written plays are…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2019
Hello, Its known that its much harder for international actors to become part of the SAG union, can somebody please provide me with ways an international actor can gain their SAG card. Thanks
Reddit · 19 Jul 2019
When I graduated from college in 2016, my immediate goal was to save up a nest egg and move to a city with a large audition marker within a year. Of course, life happened and I diverged from that path. I've been working as an actor/educator for a children's theatre company for the last couple of years, and I also did a…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
What are the steps? Google has so many different options that really are more about getting your own work. However you look up most actors out here that i Know they all have voice agents.
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
I am an aspiring film writer/director and I have recently become interested into the acting process. In the past it was something that intimidated me but I have become extremely excited about the collaborative nature of every aspect of filmmaking and I was curious to hear from actors what the best direction they have r…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
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 · 18 Jul 2019
Obviously, I'm not going to do extra work for one of the big studios, but there are a lot of student projects/no budget films that need background actors. Initially, I thought that this might be a good method for getting to know filmmakers who might want to collaborate in the future, but mostly the background actors ge…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
I find that there are usually veterans resources in many career fields, but I couldn't find one for actors in Los Angeles.
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
I’ve always loved acting so much, and I’m in a lot of theatre at my school, and basically I just practice how I would play certain parts constantly during my free time. I’ve gotten to the point where I can confidently say that I’m a pretty good actor. I’m about to be a senior in high school but I don’t know if it’s rea…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2019
Hey Seattle actors! I'm from Atlanta but visiting Seattle for a week. Just received an audition and was curious if you guys had any taping services around here. Thank you for any suggestions you have!
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Hello everyone! I am an actor of about 5 years now. I have training, a reel, professional headshots, resume, etc... and now I’m looking to branch out into the bigger east coast markets. Currently I have an agent in Pittsburgh, but now I’m looking to expand myself and was hoping someone may know of good and reputable ag…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Hey all, Apologies if this is the wrong subreddit - I just know some SAG folks are around. If I (director) produce a spec commercial for my reel - and I want to use SAG actors, how do I sort out what their rate is? Or maybe - what defines a commercial? That it's funded by a brand and actually is aired? Cause neither of…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Trying to branch out my network a bit. Looking for creatives, voice actors, anyone! You can follow me @layonthebeech and i'll be sure to follow you back.
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I am 14 and have horrible anxiety around other people. It's not just stage fright, I hate when the attention is on me at any time, i hate acting games that are supposed to be fun. The problem is I'm so passionate for acting. I have a few years' experience with theater classes, but i felt like everyone hated me because…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I just want to preface this question but saying that I believe that in most cases, that any acting opportunities are great opportunities. Any bit of practice you can get under your belt is essential. ​ On that note tho, do you submit yourself to lazy castings or do you think its just a waste of time for the most…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Hey guys, Maybe this isn't the right place to post this, but I'd like some insight. My SO is an aspiring actor and I'm getting to experience second hand the frustration and hardships that this industry can bring upon someone. As someone who is committed to someone in this industry, how can I be of best support? They ne…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
So, the other day I was taking part in the 48 hr film festival as an actor. The director, for one reason or another, kept having me jump to different accents during the course of the short film. When I say different accents over the course of shooting, I mean absolutely no continuity whatsoever. We did not re-shoot the…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Hi /r/acting! So I recently heard about a Scare Actor opportunity for a park in my city. The audition will take around 30 minutes and is a group audition. I'm planning to talk to my drama teacher sometime these following days, as he is currently teaching summer school, about what to except and if I should prepare anyth…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I’m curious, do they film on weekends too or are those days “relax” days?
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Any help would be awesome. I have headshots and reel, is this enough to get on it?
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I’ve been interested in, and working at, voice acting for a while now. I’ve followed guides, practiced, even got a few (non paid) gigs. I’ve told myself for a long time that this is what I wanted to do. But I’m not sure anymore. My heart just isn’t in it. While working towards my goal, what I discovered is that I reall…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I have been conceptualizing/writing for a film that mixes fully staged scenes with characters but also incorporates scenes in which said characters interact with the general public (who are not aware that the character is acting) , somewhat in the vain of what Sacha Baron Cohen does , or Nathan For You, except my film…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
Hello all, I've been desperate to be taken seriously as long as I can remember. However, I started voice lessons. Initially, I thought.."well, this would be good enough to be more well rounded." I randomly signed up for a MT audition.. And now I'm excited about it..and feel might even be more fulfilling.. And I think I…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2019
I'm not asking you to give up every strategy you have but whats a rough draft of a 5 year plan as an actor. So hard to strategize with this career.
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
For anyone that has gone through the process of relocating temporarily for a show, film, movie or anything related, how did you get set up with housing? Did they help place you into short term rental units or were you on your own for finding your own short term leases? Also how does your flexibility as an actor/actress…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
After looking at the [FAQ](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/wiki/index), I noticed that the one major hub that didn't have a 'Moving to' page was Toronto. Toronto is getting a shit ton of investment from big ol' companies, Netflix and CBS to name but two, and as a Brit that moved here completely blind, I feel like I've…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
About a year ago, I moved to LA to pursue writing and acting. So far, things have been going surprisingly well. I have been able to meet a great group of friends and have been a part of some fun projects! What I have been struggling with, however, is not something I thought was going to be this challenging. I am having…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
Has anyone shot with Bjorn of [Bjornheadshots.com](https://Bjornheadshots.com)? Not Bjoern Kommerel of bkheadshots (that's confusing). Both shoot more cinematic style headshots and I'm intrigued to try something different, but I can't find any actors reviewing it online. If you have shot, what was the experience like?…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
Hello, my name is kareem Im 14 and im from Egypt and im a really good actor if you would say I act in english but there is no places in egypt to help me grow my talent plus which is the most important there are no agents here who can get u to Hollywood So,can u guys suggest and ideas for me? Can i get a foreign agent?…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
Hey, Just wanted to know what side hobbies alot of actors have? More and more recently I've become a huge believer in the keeping myself busy part of the job, when work is slow. Besides Part times, and actually acting related classes/activities, what do actors on here like to do when they're not acting? I know it'll be…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
I genuinely can’t believe I’m writing this. I’ve been following this page for awhile, and I made this account to avoid giving away my identity. When I was little, I was SUPER shy. For some reason, I felt drawn to acting, so I begged my mom to put me in acting classes. These classes lasted for about 5 years. After awhil…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
Hey guys. I'm a 20y/o female living near Sydney in Australia. I'm two years into a medical degree, but have taken this year off to travel and explore a bit before the more intense clinical years. And now I'm heartwrenchingly torn as to which path to take - acting/arts or medicine? Brace yourselves for a bit of an exist…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
Dumb questions probably, but a professional theatre is holding general auditions for the upcoming season. They pay their actors and mention “Equity” in their disclaimers. I really don’t think my acting chops are on this level, but auditions are good practice (in my opinion). Should I audition even though I’m not sure I…
Reddit · 16 Jul 2019
This might get lengthy but stick with me. Ex: Metropolis(1927) - [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0017136/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0017136/) It features a female robot. Of course they did not exist then. It was played by a female in a costume resembling a mechanical humanoid. Any story having 'things' which do not e…
Reddit · 15 Jul 2019
So I was browsing the Actors Access site and decided to click on the sides section for the first time ever, because I guess I'm dumb. It looks to me like this is the site to go to if you ever hope to audition for anything major, so now I'm curious. How does it actually work? Can someone with AA Plus break down what the…
Reddit · 15 Jul 2019
I mostly work as a background actor, I'm core on an American network TV show. I've also done some student films and independent projects. I know I can't work as non-SAG on a production covered by the contract, but what about productions that aren't? Or things that aren't really productions? I see lots of ads on backsta…
