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Reddit · 24 Jul 2020
I have really bad anxiety and social anxiety and I’ve found it impossible to even do a presentation in schools (I would have an anxiety attack if I had to), but I’ve always dreamed of being an actor and I don’t want my anxiety to stop me from following my dreams. Do any of you guys experience this as well or have any a…
Reddit · 24 Jul 2020
I started taking an online class with a very seasoned coach that teaches Meisner. While learning the technique, she sometimes has us pick our own scenes and it seems like I always pick characters that are very complex or too difficult, which I enjoy because I love to challenge myself and telling the stories that are ha…
Reddit · 24 Jul 2020
Since I was a kid I always dreamed of becoming an actor, I am now a 21 year old man with no future basically at ground 0. I always talked about becoming one and always felt like I could do it and had many friends and strangers told me that I seemed like one ( sorry for sounding narcissistic). Since I’ve always talked i…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
Hi all! I don’t have a lot of experience with acting but I’ve done a commercial, an improv workshop, stage managed a play, and watched a lot of plays/films growing up. I’ve always been interested in the craft/art (I love storytelling and entertaining people) and I had some level of natural talent. I got the acting bug…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
I'm not an actor but I've produced and directed a decent amount of ultra low budget films/web series/etc. Likely the kind of stuff people on here are auditioning for as they start their acting career. It really hit me again tonight trying to cast two small roles how many actors still don't have some kind of reel. I rea…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
Hi there, I am a 17 year old and I will most likely be graduating early in order to start working towards becoming an actor. In the time that COVID-19 has given me I've had a lot of time to think about whether or not I should go to a purely acting related school or go to a regular college and enroll in the drama or act…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
Hi everyone, I'm trying to do some research on what it's like to live and work in London as an actor if you do not hold British citizenship. Would really appreciate your input! I am a 26F from Asia and I speak fluent English with a neutral North American accent, so language is not going to be an issue for me. I hope to…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
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 Jul 2020
Hello all! I was wondering how I get copy of a commercial I shot to add to my reel. I’ve shot 3 commercials professionally, and the 2 that came out so far just came out on TV. I had people text me and tell me they saw it. I didn’t get information about when it would air or any copy. Is this normal? One of them was onli…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
UK actors... what have you found more successful? Backstage or StarNow? I know a lot of people find Mandy great but I was wondering about these two specifically? I have always felt backstage to be more American focused but I may be wrong? Could you leave below any advice for online sites like these and or specifically…
Reddit · 23 Jul 2020
I just got my 2nd paid voice acting gig. Each is a one-off but either of the producers could come back to me for future stuff. Neither gig paid very much, but still! My question is, how to I take this and make it work for me? What's a good way to show that I'm -- at least *technically* \-- a working voice actor without…
Stage 32 · 22 Jul 2020
I'm digging this series promoted by IMDb - have y'all seen it?What parts have you taken that weren't necessarily "lead" roles, but still gave you a chance to shine? What was the enjoyable challenge in taking the role?https://www.imdb.com/video/vi363968537?ref_=hm_hp_i_4&listId=ls025720609
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
I recently decided to finally suck it up and start coaching actors. Shocked to find out all my years has begun cultivating a new acting theory and style of coaching built in presence and connection and ego work since all of us actors live and love off becoming another ego. I am not going into details yet or meat of it…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
I am deeply in love with acting and really want to be a hollywood actor as a career. But, I have a few questions. What is the best way for me, a 6'2 16 year old to get into acting with no acting school experience? Secondly, I am from Canada with a normal accent, I am not Caucasian but from Afghanistan. Will this hinder…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
Recently I was career 'coached' by a famous podcast acting coach that made snarky remarks about me not being more 'astute' at instagram. For me, if you are a good actor, you are a good actor. I've achieved guest stars and more not with vanity posts but with putting in the work in the room. I'm never going to be the pin…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
some of you may have seen my post about trying to decide on moving to Atlanta or LA. from that i got a few suggestions to move to chicago and try to build my resumé some more, get an agent and/or get SAG-E before moving to LA. i was just wondering if anyone had any insight on moving to Chicago as an actor? obviously i…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
To whom it may concern, I'm currently represented by for screen and stage projects. However, since she doesn't submit actors for voice over roles, I was wondering if you're currently looking for more voice over talent? If so, I've attached a copy of my voice reel, headshot and CV to this e-mail If you've come this far,…
Reddit · 22 Jul 2020
I’m a new voice actor and I’m really eager to start. I didn’t want to buy a mic yet until I know all the details about what would be the best mic for a beginner. So I have a couple questions: 1) What mic is good for a beginner? 2) What sites would you recommend to start? 3) Any tips on general? 4) Any tips on demos and…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
Im (17 y/o) an aspiring actor and dont yet have any acting experience (or an agent). Ive seen a lot of casting calls for student films recently on backstage.com they are obviously not paid and non-union work. All the castings are for london, uk and i live around 300 miles away (6hour drive). Is it worth auditioning for…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
pretty much what the title says I don't want to be a one-note actor.
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
So I currently live in Orlando Fl and I’ve been told that you should always submit your self-tapes to actor’s access as soon as you possibly can. Casting directors often start watching self tapes as soon as they’re brought in and if they indeed find someone then you will be out of luck if waited closer to the deadline…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
How to relatively no-name actors get lead roles in blockbuster movies and hit TV shows? Are these roles advertised on normal casting sites?
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
Hi all, I’m an aspiring actor in the U.K. I have had a few stage roles and short film roles. This was mainly during my time at University. I have finished now and I would really like to see where I can get with it. I was wondering if anyone would be able to advise me where I might be able to find roles? I’ve looked at…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
I had a problem with the prospect of doing this, so hopefully this post may help others looking forward to the prospect of doing more of this. Now that the industry in my city is coming back, remote auditioning has suddenly become the norm. I always felt a frisson of fear when this was mentioned prior to COVID, and now…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
Hey everyone! Los Angeles based actor here! I cancelled my LACasting membership when this pandemic first started, because of the lack of breakdowns. I still have my Actors Access account, since I already paid for a full year, and I submit to maybe 10 breakdowns a week that fit my type (I'd submit to about 25/30 pre pan…
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
[https://vocaroo.com/o9ajTcmvKYL](https://vocaroo.com/o9ajTcmvKYL) Tell me all what u think \^\^ Not only positive things. Just be Honest!
Reddit · 21 Jul 2020
[http://en.ifilmtv.com/News/Content/30281](http://en.ifilmtv.com/News/Content/30281)
Reddit · 20 Jul 2020
Hello! I know the industry hasn't opened back up yet, but when it does i'm considering getting an agent. Any recommended ones in the DMV or DC? What do agencies look for in an actor before signing them? Thanks!
Reddit · 20 Jul 2020
Hello Actors/Actresses, I am an actress with a Life Coaching side business. I need a couple of actors between the ages of 19-32 (any race, shape, size) to act out testimonials from my Life Coaching clients. I am paying $30 per self-recorded video. If interested please respond via message with your email for further ins…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2020
[https://delmarmediaarts.com/](https://delmarmediaarts.com/) Does anyone here have experience with them? They have some really great reviews and their classes look solid, lots of success stories from former students, etc. The cost for a 6 week series of their VO 1 class seems a bit high ($450), but then again I have no…
Reddit · 20 Jul 2020
I’m a dude who wants to become a voice actor but I don’t know how I can do it at my age and I’m pretty sure I’m gonna have to wait but how can I try to become one later in life like how good do I gotta do in school and stuff and what do I do to become one
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
Hello I am 13 years old. My dream is to become an actor, maybe not as big as Dwayne the rock Johnson, or Tom Holland, or even cole sprouse, but just so I can have an amazing future. I have been looking for ways I can start my journey in the arts. Although I have a few problems my parents who support me on this have tol…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
So pre-covid I was planning on moving to Atlanta for a few years to build up my resume and get an agent, and then moving out to LA. But recently I have been wondering if I should just skip ATL and move to LA? In the long run, it would be cheaper to move straight to LA than to move to ATL, pay city prices for 2-3 years…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
Hey guys I'm a 19 year old male from the UK looking for a little advice from those with some industry experience or even just anything to say on the matter :) so my acting journey started when I was around 17, I had recently just signed to a modelling agency in my home country of Scotland. they also dealt with some com…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
So especially for LA folks/ actors/ personalities/etc.. my bf states that when he is in LA for gigs, he doesn’t tell anyone he’s in a relationship unless they ask. He acts single asl and does “innocent flirting” with people to gain a biggger status. He thinks that if people know his business aka that he has a gf back h…
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
For example, when i first saw Jason Earles from Hannah Montana, i thought he was literally like 15. Turns out he was 29 by the time the first episode came out.
Reddit · 19 Jul 2020
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Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Hey all, As an actor and college student during this pandemic, I haven't been doing much. I'm currently waiting for my online acting class to start and am working at my minimum wage job getting whatever hours I can, but when it's time to come home and actual do things.. I just feel like I'm in waiting. Waiting for some…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Hey everyone! So my wife will be going to law school sometime next year and I've been trying to study different acting markets across the U.S. (especially those with a good law school nearby). So far I'm looking heavily at Georgia, New Mexico (caveat being that their law school is not that great) and Chicago (and of co…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
These days I’m just unsure of where life is going. I spent so much of my youth being sad and wallowing in self pity, but at some point I started going to the gym and got a job and opened up and became like..an actual person? It wasn’t until senior year that I actually got truly confused and realized I don’t know what I…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
I recently came across a competition called [The Actor Launch](https://theactorlaunch.com/?fbclid=IwAR37-2Cgp64au3mCUjV9ffa4CweLuO30Rml6bv0sy3GmrEp9QILB9ZokO_A). I was wondering if anyone knows this competition is legit? I'm interested in joining, but please let me know, thanks! \*UPDATE\* Thanks for your comments and…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Hello! I am starting out as an actor. I also have a YouTube channel which I haven’t posted to in a very long time. I am planning to post a commentary video where I essentially joke about a Canadian children’s television show that ended a couple years ago. These jokes would likely be satirical and not target the televis…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Excuse the English. I've been preparing to audition for a part where the character I am going for is supposed to be the love interest of the lead. (Shes just supposed to be the crush of the lead). I know from experience that in theatre it's easy to fake kissing and stuff. But this is for a student film so I am uneasy a…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Hi Everyone! Hope you are well. As quarantine drags on I have started to realize that I can use the time to become more educated on the variety of roles within the entertainment industry. I am an actor by trade, but have always been interested in learning everything from what a gaffer does to (on average) what types of…
Reddit · 18 Jul 2020
Hi, I’m 16 year old high school student. I want to practice acting so I can audition while going to college. I’m Korean, so I’m not going to (can’t) become a Hollywood actor. How do I practice acting alone (at home)? Are there any scripts I can practice with? Thanks.
Reddit · 17 Jul 2020
CASTING NOTICE Hi everyone! Seeking a few college-aged male actors (18-25) for a virtual reading of a new play by Ed Martin titled "A Friend Of The Devil", which centers around the tumultuous relationship between two college roommates during their freshman year of college in 1976. The reading will take place 7/25 via Z…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2020
I'm just wondering if any of the Aussie actors lurking around this subreddit have any pointers around Sydney-based agencies and good places to get headshots? I've heard from an acquaintance being represented by MCTV that that particular agency has a signing-on fee of about $250, which then gets you headshots with them.…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2020
# To Start. I want to take a moment and talk about who gets cast as who in casting, specifically when it comes to disabled and trans characters. I saw there was a thread about this earlier today, which I missed most of the discussion period for. I have a lot of thoughts about this, and a lot of them I didn't really see…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2020
I'm a high school student and I have been considering getting college level training in theatre, but I would love to hear from actual graduates about whether your degree was worth it. Whether it's a balanced liberal arts degree or a BFA in a conservatory-style institution, I'm interested in all of them and I'd like to…
Reddit · 17 Jul 2020
I have a speech and its a bit long, how do you guys learn to memorize a script well?
