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Reddit · 1 May 2022
I’m a high school teacher, and this round of Scene Study the kids have requested “intense arguments.” I’m working on compiling a lesson/list of pitfalls or common mistakes actors make when doing a (verbal) fight scene. Examples are shouting/emphasizing every curse word, getting very close your partner’s face the whole…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
I'm a struggling comic actor in LA and I have sitcom ideas for projects that I'd like to produce. I don't want to around for someone to hire me for a sitcom. I want to realize them and collaborate with other actors on them I'm just not sure how do I go about doing that. I know Fleabag was a one woman play before it bec…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
I just recently turned 26 and I’m at a point in my life where I want to drop everything and give my all in order to get into the show business game. My whole life, I’ve always wanted to be an actor and be on the big screen but was told that I’d never make it because not everyone does and you have to be really good. I g…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
Hi, I’m an actress that just recently got signed to one of the biggest and best agencies in my city. I’ve had my agent for a little under a month and have been sent three auditions, this currently audition being my third. The subject matter of the film (without giving too much away) is a character that grew up sexually…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
I went to an agency audition and I got a call back to come back tomorrow, although I would also have to pay to take classes with them. Also I know agency’s usually don’t require you to pay anything first. I’m not sure if I’m allowed to say the agency, but they do have real actors. So basically I want to know if it’s a…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
Hi! I'm a high school senior looking to start building up a resume with credits from student films and non-union roles. I have a few months till I can get on a college campus and start making irl connections with students and staff, including theatre and filmmaking groups. But my problem is that I have this "go, go, go…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
I’m a 21 yo guy who’s an aspiring actor. I haven’t done any acting before really, but do intend to start soon. I plan on starting by acting out / reenacting movie scenes with my sister (who I recently found out likes acting also) to get over the fear of being on camera and just start the process on getting experience,…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
Hi everyone! Names Billy I'm 31 years old. I feel so behind in my life. Ever since I was in high school I wanted to come to LA and act. I'm actually here in la now and still have yet to try to be a actor. My whole life I listened to everyone but myself. I have done everything besides act and I have been homeless 3 to 4…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
So I am probably jump in the gun here with a slew of things. However, I have a project I a quite Serious about ( three years deep) and would like to see Succeed. I have multiple artists. Crafting my idea into physical form, I have all of my character designs (Not all as They are still currently being worked on) and a m…
Reddit · 30 Apr 2022
ICE is the best institute for learning acting, modelling, or direction. If you also want to become a professional actor or any related filmmaking career then ICE is the best choice. ICE has a strong connection and already so many alumni in ALT Balaji, Red Chillies, Balaji Telefilms, Dharma Production, and so many produ…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Extras Management and Face2Face are the largest calling services in LA. Some people swear one of them is better than the other at getting union actors background work. Some others say it doesn't matter since they submit you to (mostly) the same jobs. I figured we should have a poll to find out. Note: This is only for S…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Hey there, So I'm a recent transplant from the LA area (I know, I hate me too) to Providence, RI. I'm getting the lay of the theatre-land in a few days from a local actor friend of a friend, but was curious about the film/tv/voiceover/commercial scene! Some questions: What casting sites do you use? Also, why do you use…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Hi guys. I just came here to tell you that I’ve discovered my passion for acting and I’m going to go to the US to work hard on fulfilling my dream of becoming a drama film actor. It’s actually impossible rn, cause I’m from Ukraine and I don’t need to tell you what’s going on here. But so far, me and my family are safe.…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
The Actors Studio West is not currently accepting auditions. Anyone have any experience with studios in LA that are comparable in format? Essentially, I want a space that I can work on plays as well as screenplays.
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Hello, I am 18 and I have no experience in acting or acting knowledge. I’ve always had some type of interest since I was young but never got into it. Now I’m on my way to college as a business major but I’m not sure if that’s my route. I’m attending to ASU and studying business. I however what to act and be in movies/s…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Im doing an assignment for college and we are asked to investigate usual pathologies in the mouths of actors caused by the profession I can't find any directly linked so I thought if any of you could give me a hand by sharing your experiences
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
I think one of the hardest things about being in this industry is that I am always comparing myself to other actors who are my age. Even though I try to remind myself that my time will come and to continue working hard on developing my craft, I can find myself in a rabbit hole of IMDB and Wikipedia pages looking at oth…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
I recently got signed with an agent, but I want to continue finding roles myself. The issue here is that everyone keeps saying "Backstage," the thing is I've been on Backstage for awhile and have done 5+ student films there, which is what got me my agent. I want to look for some bigger stuff that might actually make it…
Reddit · 29 Apr 2022
Any websites or instagrams I can stay updated with? For example @jv8inc or Mindy Kaling.
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
I'm just interested to know how many Indian voice actors are here And how much do you charge? for some projects
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
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 · 28 Apr 2022
I’ve been wanting to hang with actors who are passionate and help each other out with auditions and filming scenes to build each other’s resume. Hangout and talk about movies and shows. I went to IDSA and Anthony Meindl drama and I would like to connect with others who’ve been in a drama class too!
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
Something has always kept me away from really pursuing acting. I can’t stay away from it and I’m in an acting class now that’s been super transformative and helpful but I still get SO NERVOUS and anxious before acting. I always think it’s not meant for me because of how nervous and shy I get, even tho I really love it.…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
**Yale & Actors Equity Questions** ​ 1. Do all Yale MFA graduates get membership in Actors Equity? I see it's listed on the website, but I'm a bit confused by the paragraph below. *"Yale Repertory Theatre serves as an advanced training center for the program. All Acting students work at Yale Rep as understudies,…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
Just wondering if anyone has some insight to whether casting directors watch/view ALL the submissions for national/international casting calls, specifically on breakdown services/actors access. As I’m unrepresented, and though I will submit to these, I feel like it is a shot in the dark. Recently sent a self tape for a…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
I heard this episode from one of my favorite acting podcasts last night it's hosted by a casting director who runs a successful studio in LA, she often gives advice and interviews all the top casting directors etc. When I heard this one I really felt I needed to share it with you guys. a must listen for anyone who may…
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
As actors, what do you set your Facebook page to "Public" (everyone in the world can view your posts w/o being your FB friend) OR "Private" (Only friends can see what you post) I'm not too sure what Casting Directors would want to see ? because I'm almost certain the look us up on FB (but, I could be wrong)
Reddit · 28 Apr 2022
Hi, I live in a very small town I'm Missouri and I've been thinking of making a mockumentary about a fake disease in this town because the town is mostly obese and everyone walks with a waddle the term for the disease in the movie is "the carthage waddle" I'm looking for people who are somewhat obese and have a good se…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2022
[Some voice over things I've made](https://voice123.com/voice-actor/lukescoop/editable/demos/luke-meacham-s-voices-pt-1/529487#view?vref=93FM91HS) Still pretty novice at this. Just looking for any constructive criticism people can offer. I'm about two years into this whole thing and I'm about to take an "introduction i…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2022
In order to develop very specific mannerisms for a certain role do actors try to find real world examples to study? How? How do you track down a person with the mannerisms you’re looking for or the emotions of a very specific situation you’re looking for? Thanks very much
Reddit · 27 Apr 2022
What acting classes in SF do you recommend for a beginner adult actor?
Reddit · 27 Apr 2022
I'm living in Thousand Oaks atm, and I'm taking stage combat classes in Burbank, but I'd like to get back into taking regular acting classes as well. However, I'd like to avoid driving to LA as much as I can, since it's really wearing on my gas money. Does anyone know of any classes they'd recommend in areas west of LA…
Reddit · 27 Apr 2022
Hi, I'm looking for some good two-actor-scenes and monologues for a workshop. Ideally something that feels contemporary and hip (doesn't matter when it was actually written). It can be any type of scene (funny, intense, anything), I only care that it is well written and entertaining for others to watch. I realize this…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
I recently got booked and worked as BG in a commercial. I believe this was a Union project, or at least the principal actors were Union. However, I was a Non-Union BG. The producer booked me basically the night before the shoot, so there wasn't much in the way of signing documents. Just an email paper trail of my booki…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
I literally have no experience in acting, but i want to be an actor, i work as a crew but ive got the role. But i dont have much time, how to get ready? Anything i can do?
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
So to give you a small amount of context, where I live (Australia) we are constantly bombarded with gambling ads. It's fair to say that one in every three ads I encounter are gambling ads due to how much sport and YouTube i watch. Well, my agent sent me through a really fun ad brief. It was to do with sports betting, s…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
I received my first in-person audition appointment in a long while today thru Actors Access. It was scheduled for next week, I confirmed, etc Went back to check the appointment a few hours later and saw the message “Casting has amended the schedule. This current request is no longer active” Does this mean I got uninvit…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
Is there any way to stop this from happening?
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
first post here! I’m currently working on my demo reel for voice acting. My agent sent me a few commercial samples to include but i’m also planning on doing two monologues with a lot of character for video game or animation work i’m wondering if it’s ok to just take a monologue from an existing game? i’ve found generic…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
I apologize if this is a dumb question, I'm new into the acting world. I plan to study other career at college but I still want to be a professional actor if I get to manage my time well. I'm currently on an acting school. Is that level enough or those received from theater are more prioritized? Or is it just the quali…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
Hi! I'm a college comedian and I came up with the idea that a target of one of my jokes just hauls off and Will Smiths me. (He's actually a member of the group I'm shitting on.) Except, he's not an actor or anything—I'm messing with one of the athletic teams. How do I get him to convincingly slap the shit out of me wit…
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
I absolutely love playing a bad guy, anything from a deep gritty voice, chaotic evil, manic cold and calculating. I have quite the range and I'm up for anything! I have time to do a few projects for free so PM me!
Reddit · 26 Apr 2022
Hi all, I’ve been asked to do an interview for an internship working for a major network to potentially work in casting. The internship will be a little over two months so I won’t be working at that job permanently, but I wanted to prepare myself for potential interview questions. The questions I have is that do you th…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
So I am taking an acting class next semester but have also been applying to roles that don't require experience. I have a few questions about some general stuff. \- I know actors need headshots but like how do I know what kind of headshots I should take. The ones I have right now look like mugshots lmao. \- Best way to…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
I had an experience last week on a set where I was frustrated because I couldn't tell how I was doing. All I knew for sure, was that the goals I set for myself were accomplished during each take (which is really all that an actor has control of during a performance). Knowing this, a friend sent this quote to me and I t…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
Thank you all so much! I feel like I’m a terrible actress but I also have terrible anxiety so a brutally honest person who will tell me if I suck would be amazing!
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
Background info: I'm an international student, and my parents are paying my tuition. My options for US schools are NYU (Tisch- Drama) and Boston U (college of communication). My end goal is to be an actor, although I want a backup plan in case that doesn't work out. NYU tisch has been my dream since I was really young…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
I’ve always been interested and curious about acting but my parents never let be because they never thought it was realistic. Now I’m 21 on my own. Yesterday I took a free trial acting class and I really liked it. We did this commercial practice and it felt right and very natural. Then I saw myself on video and I looke…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
Since my last post here, a lot of you have been very helpful in guiding me. I’ve been looking at different Facebook groups to casting calls for short films and small productions. To be clear, Im not going for money at this point, but experience and networking. I’m finding a lot of casting calls that offer IMDB Credits,…
Reddit · 25 Apr 2022
Hi, I submit alot to Actors Access on projects that aren't student films and I assume are more competitive. I have tried to maximize the algorithm by adding slate shots, including a reel, etc. etc. However, I'm wondering how much time plays a factor in whether agents will see it? For example, if its posted at 4PM but I…
