19,743 posts from Reddit, Stage 32, the Backstage community and Delphi, newest first. Every title links out to the original thread.
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
[William Esper Studio](https://esperstudio.com/) is a world-renowned acting school in New York City. Part of a great legacy of American acting, William Esper Studio has trained some of the greatest and most well-known actors of stage and screen. In teaching the Meisner Technique, William Esper Studio is one of the top…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
I have a few noticeable tattoos and I was wondering how casting directors feel about actors/actresses with tattoos?
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
I'm a 26 year old woman who lives in Portland, Oregon currently. Not a huge city but not small bananas either. I want to get into acting, but am wondering if I'm shooting myself in the foot by being in a smaller city. Any thoughts? Thank you so much for your input.
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
I’m in need of a voice actor for top 10 style videos. There should be about 8 mins of voice over per video and would ideally have you do the scripting aswell. Please contact me about the payment. Thank you
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
I'm 20 years old and I've wanted to act since I was a little girl. I was in school plays all throughout high school, but other than that I do not have much experience other than a radio commercial from years back and a small extra role in an independent film. I did win a statewide talent show by reenacting a scene from…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
My first name is very short and common in America but my last name is Sklíri. I'm contemplating whether i should use a different stage surname before starting to build up my resume. Since a lot of you are from English-speaking countries - do you think that my name is WAY too hard? I mean we have actors with "weird"-er/…
Reddit · 16 Sep 2019
Ok so there was a casting call for a student-led independent short film for a handful of characters and I wanted to audition. The flyer said “no experience needed” so I was happy to know that they would welcome even the newest of actors. Speaking as one of those new actors (no prior experience, headshots, or reels), wh…
Stage 32 · 15 Sep 2019
Hey there actors. Pleasant Sunday :)Maybe you're in a pinch trying to fine-tune your Boston, or London accent. Well, today is your lucky day. Richard "RB" Botto Coffee & Content Sunday Blog, brings to you the vids you need to help in mastering your accents.Link: https://www.stage32.com/blog/Coffee-and-Content-Actor-Lea…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
Here’s my story. I moved to NYC from the Midwest 3 years ago with a bachelors in theatre and a year of professional acting experience (SAG card and equity membership candidacy). I started out focusing on musical theatre while also continuing my film/tv training. I booked a national tour of a children’s musical 3 months…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
(also, the actor I'm doing this with is quite famous, so I can't really risk looking like a fool) So, I'm currently filming a TV show. And there's this one scene, where me (19male) and my co-star (23male) make out. The scene basically consists of him coming in behind me, grabbing me between his arms. He starts licking…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
i’ve just started out with acting so obviously i don’t expect to be cast in a film or tv show anytime soon BUT something i’ve noticed when reading actor’s biographies is how they were born in Los Angeles or moved there to peruse their career. i’ve also noticed how most of them started acting professionally at very youn…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
In my third year at university and we are working on screen (not for the first time) and need to take in 3 character scenes. Got a few ideas, but thought I'd ask my fellow actors. Edit: I am a 24 year old female. Period dramas or dramatic scenes are more my style (which is the brief) but others are welcome.
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
TL;DR - got cast in an unpaid role that is enormously different than what I expected with a community theatre that takes itself far too seriously. The long of it: I am primarily a stage actor. I don’t typically take unpaid roles at this point in my acting career. However, this show is featuring a director I’ve wanted t…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2019
I am curious because scarlett johansson is a runner up for both. I'm not saying she will be nominated for both categories but imagine if she wins both. Has it ever happened? And has it ever happened for an actor/actress to be nominated in both categories at least?
Reddit · 14 Sep 2019
Hi, I have a project that requires a voiceover, commercial work (online only, small market) and I'm trying to budget to present to client. I've hired local talent before, but I can't find the kind of talent I need for this one. Looking around online, it seems the price for a one minute of talent ranges from $5-unlimite…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2019
I'm more of a theatre based actor and I sing up to 7 hours a day. I get sore throats a lot and I was wondering if there was any preventative methods so I dont get them as often? (I know singing/speaking less is one but I dont have that option)
Reddit · 14 Sep 2019
As actors we crave expression, connection and opportunities to work on our craft. We search for gigs, send out our headshots and fill our heads with theory and technique. And we wait. Soon we might feel a little discouraged, a little stagnant and a little fearful that our dream to be an actor is not going to happen. Do…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2019
Hi. Me and a group of friends are working on an animation short film for a film jam. The short is a cyberpunk/sci-fi story with a serious/sad tone. It will be set in a dystopian, environment , and it will be about 3 to 4 minutes long. The short will be published online, and you will be credited. We’re looking for someo…
Stage 32 · 13 Sep 2019
"Don't count the day, make the days count" -Muhammad Ali. There seems to be this shame actors carry around having survival jobs. I think it shows your strength and willingness to do whatever it takes. Another audition story about booking but not booking the role. What happens when the director and producer think you'r…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2019
I'll soon be getting out of the US Army, and I have decided to pursue my passions in acting. Does anyone here have any experience with using the Post 9/11 GI bill to attend acting school (either yourself or someone you know)? I know Lee Strasberg and the Art of Acting Studio accept the GI bill, but I don't know if it i…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2019
So basically, I am starting off as a new actor though I have been in one production like 9 years ago, and I am currently taking Acting 101 in college. Am I able to put the production on my resume despite it being so long ago, and could I put the class under \*TRAINING\* despite not having completed it (semester long cl…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2019
Hi everyone! I hope you all are having a good day/night. So I have an agent and shes wonderful but I would like to be doing more. I went on “The Actor’s Handbook” and was just checking out casting agencies in my area and under each one it says something like “General Submission accepted via email” “Please submit headsh…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2019
I know someone who recently got signed to CAA(Creative Arts Agency) without an audition. He only started acting last year in school projects and it was this summer he started taking it seriously. Apparently, his high school theatre teacher knew a CAA talent agent and sent in an interview of him to the talent agent and…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2019
Hey Voice Actors!!! ​ I make weird music online and I have a BUNCH of time to record today and tomorrow - I would LOVE to work with some of you!!! ​ Do you have any side characters I could do the voices for? I would love to do some fucked up abridged anime things. ​ Here's my work in case you were…
Reddit · 12 Sep 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 · 12 Sep 2019
First post on Reddit so \~here we go\~ just got my Equity Card (yay) but im wondering if I can use a separate name for my performance art. Much of the performance art world is not Equity so I want to be able to continue in that world but I don't want to get in trouble with Actors' Equity. Any help would be appreciated
Reddit · 12 Sep 2019
As a new actor applying for roles/opportunities do you think it is worth attempting to write, shoot and act in your own stories and put it out there? OR to just focus character learning and applying for roles?
Reddit · 12 Sep 2019
Hi everyone. I’m a 23 year old man the UK who hasn’t got any sort of acting experience but I’ve always been fond of it. I’ve always read about actors and watched documentaries on acting and have always been fascinated by it. Like a lot of people it’s a desire I didn’t act on and now I’m at an age where I don’t think I’…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2019
Hello, ​ I am looking to help this community by making free websites for actors. This could be a website that could display your headshots, be a personal blog, have your resume, etc. Whatever you'd like I can make it. And yes it's completely free. I am looking to build my web design portfolio and figured this wo…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
I am auditioning for Sense and Sensibility by Kate Hammill at the end of the month. I am trying for Elinor or Fanny/Lucy (this version can cast the same actor for both roles) but preparing the monologue that will set me up for Elinor. I am a fairly new actor and haven't prepared a monologue for a period piece before...…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
From an audition I thought I bombed!! The spontaneous nature of being an actor is so bonkers and rewarding! You truly never know what’s coming next. Sending positive vibes out to you guys today!!!
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
I'm looking for Voice Actors to collaborate with for an independent project I'm developing. What would be the best way to connect? There seems to be many different sites and I'm getting a bit lost in what the best resource is. Or if you're a voice actor on here, please reach out! I'm looking for all ages! Cheers
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
Not me lol. Actually my girlfriend. She found it on Actors Access but the reason she got it was because she not only submitted through there but also pitched herself because she was such a great fit for the role. Wanted to share because I’m really proud but also in case it helps anyone!
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
Any insight would be much appreciated!
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
Hello i was just wondering since most of you guys here are actors/actresses , and i have never acted on a professional level. so i would like to know what are some of your acting experiences while being on set? has anyone here acted on big firms like disney/broadway etc , tell us everything and share with us. Share som…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
Like the title says, I'm exploring the idea of hiring a voice actor, but this is new territory for me. Allow me to explain what I'm looking for and why, and hopefully the good people here can help answers my questions, and point me in the right direction. So I'm a writer, and I've posted several stories on Reddit. My m…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2019
I'm checking out actors access and backstage and both sites make you fork over money just for the chance of an audition. Better alternatives?
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
How do you guys deal with having never in your life gotten a single role, and only been rejected? I have been fine with dealing with rejection so far but today seemed to be the straw that broke the camels back. I have applied for about ten things and auditioned for them in the last 3 months.As each rejection came (even…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
My parents kinda agree with the acting thing. I’m gonna take some theatre classes to get my acting game a bit better, I can also sing and dance. Any tips on what I can do to start getting auditions?
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
Not sure if this is inspirational or just something to share. My first gig out of theatre school in 2000 was a movie directed by someone who made some great 90s films and starred some 90s great stars. I had this scene where I got made up with a whole bunch of fake piercings and then got to improv with the male lead. We…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
What if we tried to team up with r/Filmmaking? I mean, we're actors, they're film makers, so why aren't we all working together in a field we all love? I think we could truly help one another out. Any thoughts?
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
Oscar season is upon us, and It's no secret that the new Joker film Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix has been one of the most talked-about and one of the most anticipated films to be released in 2019. It took top honors at the 76th Venice Film Festival by winning the Golden Lion, the Film Festival…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
Hi everyone, My Name is Hazy, And I'm looking for VAs for A WebSeries I'm making called The Internet Factory. I can't promise pay for The pilot, But I'll be able to after I finish The Pilot. For any questions, Please contact **Internet Factory#5422** on Discord. Thank You. ​ [https://docs.google.com/presentation…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
Hey Reddit Actors! What are some ways to prepare yourself as an actor? In terms of lifestyle choices such exercises, diet, habits or routines. Thanks a bunch :D
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
because it seems like no matter what, all i can find from self submissions are bullshit student films and working for free. i am beyond fucking sick of it. beyond. i'm tired of not being valued. i'm tired of people not finishing projects. i'm tired of footage not being usable. i'm tired of people expecting me to self t…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2019
Hello, everyone. So, a little about me: I'm 23, I'm former US Navy, married, a current engineering student in college, and I work as a veterinarian assistant at a local animal hospital. Anyways, I've always loved the idea of becoming an actor on the big screen. I mean, c'mon; who hasn't, right? Honestly, I've always th…
Reddit · 9 Sep 2019
A debate on acting that's been going around since Shakespeare's time.
Reddit · 9 Sep 2019
So I was looking at ActorsAccess and I see that shows like 13 Reasons Why and Riverdale are listed as "SAG" on there, can non-unions send in auditions for the SAG movies? Could you get a recurring role on a SAG film despite not being SAG yourself? Would I just automatically apply for SAG right after being casted? Would…
Reddit · 9 Sep 2019
Hello everyone!! I am a casting assistant and actress and I make YouTube videos giving advice to aspiring actors and answering questions that we all have! I’ve been in the industry for over 10 years and I just really want to help others feel confident in their auditions and in their career choices. That said, what topi…
Reddit · 9 Sep 2019
Do agencies like UTA, MGMT, WMA, CAA, Paradigm, MKS&D, AEFH, etc only sign actors who are SAG? Or do they recruit Non-Union actors and hope the casting directors they send them to audition for would "Taft-Hartley" you if you get the part? Would they sign Non-Union actors who are SAG-eligible but not SAG?
