Stage 32 · 22 Apr 2018
Improv Classes
Anyone know of any good acting or improv classes in LA, the valley?
Reddit · 22 Apr 2018
I'm a Screenwriter and I Have a Question, Thank You Very Much
##Hello! Let's get straight to the... **Questions:** Is it difficult for novice actors to find ways to practice? What kind of roles do actors take before they become professionals? How eager are actors in putting their efforts into unpaid collaborations? NOTE - I'm sure my questions will have many varied answers, so yo…
Reddit · 22 Apr 2018
I know this is posted here like ten times a week, but, seriously, is there anything else I can do?
So, here's the thing, I'm a 23-year-old [trained](https://www.rada.ac.uk/courses/acting-and-performance/ba-hons-in-acting/course-overview) actor based in London, I have a "[top tier](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/7kta3d/agents_in_the_uk_my_comprehensive_list/)" agent, I'm currently going to some of the best…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2018
Faking a Videobook
Hey there my fellow aspiring actors. Lately I was thinking how long is going to take me to make a whole 3min videobook at this pace. And even then it's only for agencies and such. So I thought about faking a videobook. Just filming myself acting in different small scenes made specifically for it. Would that be acceptab…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2018
Hey r/acting! Any successful Indian/South Asian Actors here?
Hi there! I'm a Bengali male \(raised in Toronto\) looking to get into the world of acting. I'm wondering if there are any South Asian actors such as myself on r/acting? Please add a comment! Tell me \(us\) about yourself, why you like acting, and how you got into the industry! Let me start; I am an 18 year old male. I…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2018
Any web series you guys recommend??
Okay, so I’m in the process of writing a web series, and I’ve acted in a couple. I hear all the time how web media is the next step, but then I realized I don’t really ever WATCH any web series. I asked around and none of my actor friends could name a web series that hadn’t already been picked up by a major network. Ho…
Reddit · 21 Apr 2018
Cities hosting acting communities
Hello, I was wondering if people could tell me what cities in the USA host acting communities other than NYC and/or LA. I know that Austin does as well as Boston, Seattle, Chicago to name a few. But I need a first person account on it. Whats the theater scene like there? What about film/TV? Do any of them do good voice…
Backstage · 20 Apr 2018
WHERE DO I ADD MY RESUME
Hope I can email my resume to the right person at BACKSTAGE
Backstage · 20 Apr 2018
Trouble Finding Work
Hello! I was wondering if anyone had any advice. I live in small town Iowa and the chances of finding any sort of acting gigs is pretty slim. My town and anywhere around here don’t have acting classes or chances to be in plays for adults, only kids. I was...
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Jeff Seymour, The Real Life Actor
I don’t really see a lot of information here about his classes or his podcasts. Any of you guys listen to his podcast or read his book or been to one of his classes? Thoughts?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Hi guys—so, what was the first movie you remember seeing in theaters? And what was the first play/musical you remember seeing? What was the first tv show you remember watching? It does not have to be kid friendly. How old were you? What tv show/play/music
I want to know because I did a similar thread to this one in the r/theatre reddit. Let me know below.....oh, and let me know how old you were when the thing I describe above made you want to be an actor, and for what reason? Also, for the theater stuff or movie stuff or tv show or whatever, it does not have to be profe…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Have you ever called your union for problems on set?
I wanted to feel empowered and ask if this ever happened to you guys. I finished a workshop pn respect on set that union members must adhere to and how they should react if they feel the set they are on involves harassment or safety issues. . I was surprised that so many non union actors I knew who were not at the work…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Toronto actors with reps in Vancouver (and vice-versa), how did you do it?
Hey guys, I posted awhile ago about overseas, but what if its just a different area like van and toronto. How did you guys get your rep in Van or vice-versa?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Putting small roles on a resume
Due to some various factors (time conflicts, etc) the past couple roles have been fairly small ("Man 5", "Doctor"), etc. Should I still put them on my resume? On one hand, I want to show I've been consistently working. On the other, I don't want people to think I'm a weak actor. Any advice?
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
Non union commercial shoot late pay?
Hey, I recently did a commercial audition (non union, I’m SAG E) and it’s been well over two months since I received payment. The actors I worked with haven’t been paid either and it seems like we have been cut from the final ad (they’re still testing I think) The buyout was 1500 and the session fee was $500 + %10. If…
Reddit · 20 Apr 2018
LA Acting Intensives?
Hello my beautiful actor friends! I'm looking to do an acting intensive in late summer / early fall in LA, any you recommend? I need to brush up as i've started pursuing acting again. (took a few years off and worked more behind the scenes) I did an intensive at Lee Strasbergs in NY for a few months a few years ago and…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2018
Hugh Jackman and his trick for his American accent
https://youtu.be/Qk41j5ftSgY Discovered this today, I had never heard of it. He has a trick for his American accent (starts at around :40) where he just says a sentence that contains all the sounds different from his natural Aussie accent. By the end of the sentence he'll be ready for the take. Being an American, an as…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2018
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 19
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 · 19 Apr 2018
What's the take home pay for a 12 hour day of A Non-Union LA Background Actor?
Hoping to move to LA in a few months, and I'm trying to figure out if I could make it work by working as a non-union extra while taking classes on the side. I did extra work in LA for a few weeks a couple years ago, but I'm pretty sure wages have gone up since then. It looks like current minimum wage is $12/hr so that'…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2018
This is what I want to be doing and I love it
Hey guys! I’m feeling inspired today and wanted to share. I’m 18 years old and I’m preparing to go back to London for a drama school recall, this will be my second trip to London in a month. It’s a 14 hour flight there, and 14 hours back. On my down time after coming back from my first trip I’ve been cast as Claudio in…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2018
Why do some young artists blow up while the majority of others struggle for years?
The title says it. Just curious as to why some young blokes just catapult into the A list with back to back studio movies seemingly out of nowhere. For example, Dylan minitree, Dylan O’Brien, Tom holland, Tye Sheridan etc...all became crazy huge between ages of 15-20 years old and the things they did leading up to thos…
Stage 32 · 18 Apr 2018
What classes are most helpful for actors in the San Francisco Bay Area?
SF Bay Actors, what kind or type of acting or marketing classes are most helpful in your career as on-camera talent the Northern California? Any bay area actors out there?
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
2018 Actor's Reel
Looking for some feedback if you all would be so kind. I know this is too long for a reel, but I'm wondering what to cut, or how to re-order the clips. This is obviously still very raw and needs some editing, but being that I'm doing that myself (not my strong suit) I thought I'd get some feedback before I do too much…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
Do actors need perfect teeth?
Hi everyone. I'm thinking of learning acting and picking it up. However, my teeth are way less than perfect. Bulging front teeth, and teeth that overlap each other. Do i need braces treatment in order to be more qualified as an actor?
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
Anyone ever done headshots with vision8studio in Portland?
I wonder if anyone has ever gotten headshots done there? Who was the photographer and how long did it take for you to get photos? I finally had some done on March 31st and and the photographer was Gary Bastian. He said it would be two weeks before I hear back and he is taking too long to respond to emails and I can't s…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
How do I use my momentum after my first MAJOR role?
Hi there! I've been a musical theater actress for almost 13 years now. I took a 2 year break because I resigned to the idea that I am one in a million and would never be successful. Well. I auditioned for a principle role in a feature film... and booked it. The man playing opposite me is a seasoned theater veteran, he…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
Signing with an agent process?
Posted yesterday but reposting in hopes of someone else seeing and knowing the answer lol. “Signed” with an agency on Thursday, but still haven’t heard anything from the agent yet. Didn’t sign a contract or anything and all she told me was that she would email me all the necessary information (how to reformat resume, n…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
actors with reps overseas/non-local: how does non-local/overseas talent manager/agent applications work?
Hi guys, for those who have reps either talent or agent-wise overseas, how did that happen and how do you do it? I'm trying to understand if I would apply if I'm a non-local and if things go well, i book a flight for an interview or if it would just be a phone interview? it wouldn't make sense to book the flight first…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2018
actors with overseas/non-local reps (agent/manager), how do you get overseas/non-local representation?
Hi guys, for those who have reps either talent or agent-wise overseas, how did that happen and how do you do it? I'm trying to understand if I would apply if I'm a non-local and if things go well, i book a flight for an interview or if it would just be a phone interview? it wouldn't make sense to book the flight first…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
Advice for contacting a CD
I'm mainly a theatre actor and have been hunting for jobs as my current contract is coming to a close. Saw a listing for a show I'd love to audition for but can't make the initial NYC call, so was planning to email an updated h/s and resume expressing interest and desire to video submit or perhaps appear at a later cal…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
can an agent fake their imdb clients?
hi guys, i've been doing some agency research. can an agent fake their imdb clients? there is an agency who claims to rep a b-list movie actor. the agency is kinda sketchy... i wanted to know if an agent can do that. the actors are in some hollywood blockbusters.
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
How long does the process of signing with an agent usually take?
“Signed” with an agency on Thursday, but still haven’t heard anything from the agent yet. Didn’t sign a contract or anything and all she told me was that she would email me all the necessary information (how to reformat resume, new headshot template, adding agency to Actors Access and other sites, etc.) later that nigh…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
Can’t afford LA or NY but I wanna start acting in film
I’m trying to get started as an actor. I wanna work in film (I’ve never had much interest in theater work) but I don’t see any sort of film community in my area. Does anyone have any advice for how I may find something or if there’s a good film community somewhere that isn’t as expensive as LA or NY.
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
Director wants to do an unpaid 7 hour rehearsal... Am I being unreasonable for saying no?
Its a small budget film, they're only paying $40 per day of shooting. I've met with the actress who most of my scenes are with a couple times already, once with the director. We feel like we're in a good place. Doesn't 7 hours of free time seem excessive?
Reddit · 17 Apr 2018
How do I get into professional stage acting in Los Angeles
I read the sidebar and faq, searched the sub and don't see anything specifically about stage acting in Los Angeles. I've been in 20 live theater plays and a couple TV commercials. In my hometown I did community theater, pro paid theater, drama and musicals. I'm trying to find out specifically, where I go to audition fo…
Stage 32 · 16 Apr 2018
"Table Read"
Hello, hope everybody is phenomenal. I'm a screenwriter looking to put together a group for "Table Reads." I'm looking for professionals who would be interested in doing this on a weekly basis, as this would be online. Please email me, if you're interested as I'm looking to place together some serious professionals so…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
Need Advice!
I (M24) have to shoot a love scene with my co-actor (F25) in this coming week. The scene is something where I first propose her. She accepts it. We have to kiss on-screen. This is followed by a love-making scene where I am shirtless and we are kissing each other. To be honest, I am a little nervous as I have never done…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
Screening etiquette
Hi all. I was invited to an early premiere for a network show at a the studio with a q&a to follow after with some of the actors and the show runner. Just wondering a good question to ask and proper etiquette (besides obvious manners and what not) for being at these kinds of things. Thank you. Also any idea on what to…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
Please read to help a young aspiring actress out:)
Hello friends! I am a 15 year old student in the U.S with a special interest and growing passion for acting. Ever since I was younger I remember creating stories, improvising, mirroring actors I look up to, and overall being intrigued in this craft. What hurts me is that I grew up (and still very much am) a painfully s…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
I'm a filmmaker looking for feedback on my custom reel scene creation service
My name is AJ Lodge and I'm a filmmaker based in LA. I'm in the process of soft-launching my custom reel scene creation service called ReelRolesLA. I was hoping I could get some feedback from actors who've either used similar services or are interested in using a reel scene service on the website and the first demo sce…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
moving to LA this Sunday, looking for a private room / room share / other actors to split a studio with
i'm checking all the regular resources, craigslist, facebook gypsy housing groups in LA, I figured i'd put a feeler on here in case anybody has a room for rent for $800 or less, or wants to share a cheap room, or any other actor new to LA wants to split our own studio / 1 bed for cheaper rent and have our own space. 30…
Reddit · 16 Apr 2018
James Dean made acting feel like a Super Power
I started acting a little over a year ago. It turns out a kid in my CC English class is an actor too. He told me to watch Giant. This old actor named James Dean is in it. I went home to watch it and I was hooked. I’ve seen a bunch of documentaries and read the mutant king book. Just reading about how Dean was and what…
Reddit · 15 Apr 2018
Actors who give constructive critcism?
I was at a class today and wanted to ask what is your take on giving and receiving constructivr criticism from fellow actors? I felt they were directing me too much. I was happy to take it but I felt it came off as a little patronizing. I personally dpnt like to give constructive critcism since I think its the coach's…
Reddit · 15 Apr 2018
Advice?
Hi, I’m a 15 year old aspiring actress. I have been acting since I was 4 and I did local productions and camps. The problem is that now I live somewhere that there aren’t any local theatres or workshops nearby that I can do. I really want to do acting as a career because it’s my passion and what makes me happy. I also…
Reddit · 15 Apr 2018
Do most actors that get famous have family connections in the biz? If so, why try the acting dream of being famous?
It's hard when people just say go and meet other actors, in the end, does networking lead to fame? How I do establish these relationships - parties, Meetups?? Why would a actor who has the door to fame, let me in, when I am nothing? Guidance would be great! Thanks for all help.
Reddit · 15 Apr 2018
Can you find success as an actor when you’re bad at/hate auditioning?
I love acting, but I don’t do well auditioning. I don’t come across how I want to, and I get overwhelming anxiety not before an audition, but during it. I don’t think I do myself justice not only as an actor but as a person in the timeframe you get in an audition. I understand there’s really no other method for early a…
Reddit · 15 Apr 2018
What else can I be doing?
I’m a 22 year old British actor who moved to NYC just under 6 months ago. My experience in the UK was mostly short film and stage work (with a decent amount of open-air Shakespeare), and I’m looking for screen work primarily although very open to stage too. I have professional headshots, a demo reel, a good manager who…
Delphi · 15 Apr 2018
Entertainment Industry Chatter: Unforgotten on PBS
So far only one episode available on PBS but it was really good and can't wait for the next one. Love the Masterpiece Mystery shows and this one has one of my favorite British actors, Nicola Walker. I thought it was a stand alone show but looking on IMDb it looks like there are three seasons which is great! This is the…
Delphi · 14 Apr 2018
New to Acting: Glossary of industry terms for Newbies
Time for a little silliness. Newbies can get overwhelmed with industry terminology, so I wrote this quick guide for them (tongue-in-cheek, of course, so PLEASE do not actually use this) AD – A Commercial Beat – Misspelling of a red vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids Bloom in Place – A Waste Of Your C…
Reddit · 14 Apr 2018
ACTOR TAX QUESTION: ONLY W-2 income no 1099 income in 2017. What deductions can I claim, and how do I do it?
In 2017 I only made income as a commercial actor(W-2) but none as an Independent Contractor(1099). Can I still report itemized deductions for things that I would normally report on a Schedule-C as an independent? If so, do I still file a Schedule-C, or do I apply my deductions on the W-2's deduction form? I'm talking a…