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Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
I have noticed that when I get really uncomfortable, like a friend telling me about the passing of a loved one or something else horrendous, all I can do is smile. I hate myself for it, but I cant control it. I mentioned it to my therapist and she said it was a defence mechanism (I was beaten by my dad growing up) and…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Just wondering about people's personal experiences with auditioning. I recently had a commercial audition and was one of the very last people to go in, and this got me thinking; have you had more success being one of the first actors in the casting room that day or one of the last? I feel like the first one's can reall…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Hi guys! I'm kinda scared to post this because people might think that I'm delusional and whatnot for wanting to be an actress because it's an ambitious goal/dream, but I think this subreddit might be the only place to ask. NOTE: I also checked out the sidebar and the FAQ post, but I was hoping for more personal advice…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
I can do a handful of voices. I’ll randomly do one and people are surprised and say something about doing voices. I never gave it much thought. Figured I would go on Reddit and see what people say. Something like “yeah just go to auditions and see if people like your sound” or “Just upload a video or sound bite of your…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
I'm a New York City based voice actor and I was looking for a coach or a class to further my journey into the world of voice acting. It seems hard to tell with these classes and coaches who's legit and i was wondering if anyone here had any recommendations for coaching or classes here in the city.
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hello there! First time pots here. I'm currently working as a commercial actor/model in Japan but looking to make my move back to the UK an pursue acting career. I have a few modeling head-shots and done a few short films but I am struggling to find my type and direction. *Processing img 6cozwo5d1u431...* ​ My h…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
So I was wondering this but didn't know where I should ask it. I'm currently watching a loving HBO's Barry. It's really like no other show I've seen before. Offbeat and humorous but also really serious and dark at time. This show can reach Parks and Rec levels of humor and Breaking Bad levels of suspense but it juggles…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hey guys!! I’m new to this sub, but I’m an actress trying to break into the business. I’m moving to Reno, NV in a couple weeks (only 8 hours from LA!!!!) and want to get into some training workshops or classes, but don’t really know where to even start. Anyone taken any of the classes in the area that they can recommen…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
My friend and I are struggling to find good scripts online and we may have to write our own (we've never done it before). To give context, we are both 17 but can play characters in their twenties. Thanks! P.S. Sexual content is a no but mild language and violence is ok
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
So I’m wondering, I’ve already god an agent who gets me a decent amount of work I mean considering my resume and stuff she gets me short films and sometimes auditions for ads and rarely tv auditions, How does an Australian get an agent over in America, preferably LA who gets persistent work?
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hey all, A friend of mine has set up an Instagram pod on WhatsApp where we can post links to our recent posts and get likes and comments from the group, plus new followers. Instagram is becoming a key social media platform for actors and people in the business, I’m sure many of you have seen or read that people have be…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hi all, ​ Does anyone know how to get access to the Breakdowns that agents and managers get access to? I'd appreciate your help!
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
This post is on a throwaway account because of the embarrassing and personal nature of it. I'm not sure if this is the right subreddit to ask this question, but seeing as how my other alternatives were more geared towards the field of singing which I have less interest in, I figured that this is the closest thing. I've…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hello! On my goal of becoming an actor and a voice over actor, I always have something I don’t feel confident about and worry if it will hurt my chances at parts. I have a slight lisp that most people can’t really hear but some can and it’s something I’m self conscious about. Thanks for the advice!!
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hey ya'll! ​ So- I'm an actor in ATL and will be relocating to the NYC market next month. I mainly do theatre, but do film/commercials as well and am represented by an agent in the film market. I'm feeling like I'm in a bit of a dilemma about a couple of things and wondering if anyone had any advice! ​ 1.…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hi, I'm an italian amateur, I'm not a professional actress and I've been acting for about 3 years. This year I've been given the part of Renfield in Dracula, because I did well at the audition, but even then it was clear that I couldn't speak loud enough to fill a theatre, but the teacher shrugged it off. Now, I must s…
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
By secondary, I mean not LA, NYC, or Atlanta. I was planning on moving to Portland, OR soon and was wondering if that’s a good city for actors or if there are other good ones out there.
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
Hi! I’m an actress in the Chicago area and I just recently signed with an agent. I am currently in a theatre production and I sent her an update to let her know what I’m up to and to invite her to the show. She said she’s interested in attending. How do people usually handle this sort of thing? Let them get tickets and…
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
Hey everyone, In 2017 I acted in a very short amateur student film that me and my friends made back in our media tech class in high school. I also acted in a Facebook video for a company that teamed up with “MyProtein UK”and it got 33k views on it. I only had one line as the “Skinny Boy” The camera work wasn’t professi…
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
\*WALL OF TEXT BEGIN\* ​ ​ Those of you that know me, THINK you know me. Truth is you don't. The internet is never a good way to judge someone. The rules that apply here online are egregious to say the least. I wrote this because I think newcomers need to know what this whole field is about. I think that…
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
The place I’m at now... everybody, the staff, the guests that walk in, the managers, everybody is just so mean and nasty and unfriendly, I really can’t take being around this negative energy anymore. Does anybody work at place with positive happy people? That might also be actor friendly? God I would be so grateful for…
Reddit · 16 Jun 2019
I've always had an interest in doing some form of acting, I dont feel I'd do too well in front of a camera but I do love the idea of being able to be the voice of a character in a series or a game etc. I have a good ear for picking up different sounds and techniques voice actors use or audio ques to set a scene and I f…
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
I’m in high school right now and I want to be an actress as an adult. Any tips for helping me get better now and possibly some gigs?
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Whenever I see someone asking for advice on their first kiss scene, everyone tells them that they should not use tongue. However, watching mainstream TV shows, there's some tongue in so many kissing scenes. Examples: https://images.app.goo.gl/XiV28Fu9AozJgFqEA https://images.app.goo.gl/tqn46M67t4Sh57aZ9 https://images.…
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Hello! Just a little background information. I'm currently a 17 year old male that just finished their junior year of about to high school. I'm trying to get a little more informed about plays and acting culture I guess in general. I've been in a few plays such as Chicago and Chorus-line, but kind of mindlessly read th…
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Always told to, "Have a stage presence" or "make creative choices" when I do monologues, how can I do this is my monologue has no real physical movement more like storytelling then proper monologue stuff. How can I do this, how can I have a greater stage presence?
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Hi! Looking for voice actors to record articles from the web (provided by us). Both females and males, must be native English speakers, British speakers preferred. Would need a good mic and sample. Thanks!
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Starting out, and especially since I came from the theatre world, I thought I could play any role. My headshots were good but muddy because I didn’t hone in on a market beforehand. I started listening to a lot of podcasts and watching a ton of actor interviews on YouTube, got some great advice from working friends, and…
Reddit · 15 Jun 2019
Hi! Looking for voice actors to record articles from the web (provided by us). Both females and males, must be native English speakers. Would need a good mic and sample. Not necessarily looking for professional voice actors. Just people who have some free time and want to make some cash. Pay Rate is $15 / hour narrated…
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
# Hello, # After some deliberation, I have decided to start a subreddit focused specifically on the issues and needs of background actors/extras (and stand-ins), r/bactors. # The r/acting subreddit, as stated in the mission statement, is a space meant for those who are "interested in the art of Acting"; thus, this subr…
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
Hi, everyone! I'm in the process of interviewing several actors for a personal project, and I'm interested in some feedback about the specific challenges that you're experiencing as an actor? Specifically, I'm interested in challenges you're currently facing related to the following: * Auditioning (confidence, preparat…
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
[https://youtu.be/wZpt7MNA\_yg](https://youtu.be/wZpt7MNA_yg) In this scene from Resonance of Fate [Nolan North](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0636046/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t3), [Scott Menville](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0579914/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t1) , and [Jessica DiCicco](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0223740/?ref_=ttfc_fc_c…
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
This weekend I attended AnimeNext in Atlantic City and was able to meet Max Mittelman and Josh Grelle (notable roles include: Max -Saitama of One Punch Man, Josh - Yuri of Yuri on Ice)! They are just such nice people and I had the pleasure of being able to interact with the. At their respective panels and gain some goo…
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
How would/did you feel when a director’s cameraman whips out a phone to film?
Reddit · 14 Jun 2019
So just to clarify is the Book an Actor's Work a translation of all three An Actor Prepares, Building a Character, and Creating a Role? If it is is it better to read all three separately or just read an Actor's work. Any info would be super helpful. P.S: This is coming from a high school student participating in Theate…
Reddit · 13 Jun 2019
Hi everyone. I just wanted to get your viewpoints /opinions on where you think auditions will be heading in the future. For example, how do we think the audition process will shift 5-10 years from now? With more and more of the industry doing self tapes, do you think self tapes would make it possible for actors from an…
Reddit · 13 Jun 2019
Hello! So I'm a young actor and I'm trying to find auditions in my area (dallas, tx). But am finding it very difficult to find any work! I've thought about signing up for backstage, but the cost really scares me especially if I can't get any work out of it. Any advice?
Reddit · 13 Jun 2019
Has anyone received a letter from the State of California Employment Development Department (EDD)? I received one today though I've never applied for unemployment, saying they received information that I've provided services for my commercial agency. Within 5 days time, they are requiring me to send them details of dat…
Reddit · 13 Jun 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 · 13 Jun 2019
Went to an agent showcase in LA a few days ago because, hey, freelancing can be tiresome and I needed somebody more dedicated to my career. Four agents present. Did a monologue from a tv show episode that aired 2-3 years ago. Finished and waited for feedback. Most of them said they had never seen the show. One guy on t…
Reddit · 13 Jun 2019
I just want to go to a damn play and ENJOY IT. Yet my brain automatically starts judging and criticizing every little detail and making mental notes of what not to do or what could have been done better and how that monologue could have been said differently with this tactic instead of that one and how that costume's t…
Reddit · 13 Jun 2019
Hi folks, I'm trying to get up and running as a voice actor and I'm located in Los Angeles, there are a staggering amount of options for coaching/classes around here, so I figured I would ask if anybody had some recommendations to supplement my research into the topic. Any suggestions help! Thanks
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
HELLLO! ​ New actor here, sort of, with a question. I was asked to prepare a favorite story or speech to give to the Director for the audition. I am bit confused as I am not sure if they would like something like a personally prepared story or a piece that highlights my best acting qualities. What was asked is d…
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
I’ve always wanted to be an actor but certain people and reasons had made it seem impossible. However, recently, I’ve decided to simply go for it, and I auditioned for a musical (and got in!). I was wondering if any of you had any tips on how to hone acting. I would really appreciate it
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
I’ve always wanted to be an actor but certain people and reasons had made it seem impossible. However, recently, I’ve decided to simply go for it, and I auditioned for a musical (and got in!). I was wondering if any of you had any tips on how to hone acting. I would really appreciate it
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
I’ll be moving to LA next month and was struggling to decide which casting website to sign up for as they all require payment. - backstage - actors access - la casting/casting networks Any suggestions?
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
For years i have dreamt of being an actor. I've never been brave enough to take a step toward that dream. Not even an inch. Anxiety catches up with me and scares me out of doing anything about it. What if i'm not good enough? What if i do it and hate it? ​ But today i've taken a step. I've signed up to a weekend…
Reddit · 12 Jun 2019
Is it possible that by exploring that rage that you might open that up in yourself and not be able to close it back up again? Has anyone ever had feelings of fearing they may loose control afterwards in their personal life? Or maybe just the role itself changed them negatively, ie: outlook on life, ability to trust/ope…
