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Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
for chicago actors , is chicago an ideal market to start in ? If so what would be the pros and cons compared to othert markets like LA, NY , GA , and other markets ? The reason i ask is because I tried to relocate to atl years ago and unfortunately it back fired with me going homeless and let alone due tot strike. I al…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
# like I'm just so curious. can anyone record a demo and send it here or send it to me?I would do it myself in tigrinya or amharic, since I got a unique voice,but sadlymy family never taught me those languages
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
my dream career is acting. i'm currently in my last year of secondary school (uk), college applications open next month. my plan is to apply for a performing arts course in my local college and then work to save up money for drama school expenses. my family do not money or fame, i live in a rural area. i'm considered a…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
Hey everyone! I’m looking for some advice from actors who have experience in the industry, especially those who moved to NYC or LA while still early in their acting careers. I’m currently 23 and planning to move to NYC in about two years, so I’ll be around 25 when I make the move. I have a degree in IT and currently wo…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
Hi wanted to write in here and see if anybody can offer advise on better accessing emotions as an actor. I currently go to an acting studio once a week and it’s frustrating to not be able to access certain emotions more naturally. I know the particular songs, photos, videos that can trigger sad emotions within me and t…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
I haven’t quite pinpointed it but I think the direction of this scene was way off or they may have felt that the scene didn’t require as much emotion as it needed- I was extremely bored and unmoved by this scene. I am also in acting lessons and sometimes feel like my classmates can capture moments like this better than…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
I think ask this as before I started putting serious effort into voice acting my biggest fear was *Ai is going to take everything and there is no point in even trying.* Last September I started putting auditions every day I could and started practicing seriously. I have done about 155ish auditions and have been casted…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
How much weight does a previous academic record hold in general at conservatory schools? I have tried for two years to get in. This year will be my third audition cycle. I have an undergraduate degree, and some schools have requested transcripts in the past. For one of them, I was given the option to write an explanati…
Reddit · 4 Oct 2026
Hi everyone! I'm interested in getting into talent representation, specifically working at a talent agency representing actors. I have a background in acting myself, with experience in theater and film, and I've become really interested in the business side of the entertainment industry. I'd love to learn more about wh…
Stage 32 · 3 Oct 2026
What are some of the best side jobs you have worked that were flexible enough to help you keep pursuing acting?
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
If you’re someone like me who has been in the business for a while, but has been struggling to breakthrough with better reps, I highly recommend getting a career coach. I’m in the southeast market and I’ve been looking to upgrade my representation for over a year now. I literally started working with my coach maybe six…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
While watching some Portal fan videos (that came before generative AI was made public), I noticed that a lot of people are able to make actually great voice impressions. I guess you can say GLaDOS's autotune does some heavy lifting (although I think it's not enough to just talk at the microphone and do a good job), but…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hello, I'm an actress based in Korea. This is my first post here! I'm just curious—what is your favorite part of acting? For me, the best part of acting is when I share a genuine connection with another actor on stage. What about you guys?
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
I'm a Toronto-based actor (non union, newbie agented for less than a year). Sometimes I hear about people having multiple agents in different regions/markets, or even internationally. Is this a thing for Canadian actors? And if so, how does it work?
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hello everyone! About a year ago I signed with an acting agent, legit and listed on ACTRA. The contract stated I have representation for 1 year (starting August 2025), with no automatic renewal provision stated. I last heard from my agent in April of this year, after I sent in a self tape and inquired on whether he got…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hi! I’m asking out of curiosity, but how is it we see voice actors in prominent games and animation while also being in smaller non union jobs? I know in film you work non union to build up credits and experience but with voiceover it seems that’s not the case, as we see with a game like genshin (and other things) havi…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
hi! i'm currently participating in a video editing competition where winners receive a cash prize. i'm in the process of hiring voice actors for my project. if my video *should* win, what is a reasonable percentage to split with my talent? for context, it's a 1-minute fake movie trailer. i have 3 characters: two voice…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
I've read through the beginner resources and I'm I'm more curious about the horror podcast/audio drama side of VA specifically, since it seems to have some differences from commercial/animation work. I'm interested in doing this as a hobby and eventually auditioning for horror anthology podcasts. I'm especially interes…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Toppelgänger: an actor who occupies essentially the same casting lane as you, but is currently positioned above you and therefore tends to get the roles you’d otherwise be competing for. Have you ever heard of a better term?
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hi everyone! I hope you’re all doing well! I’m actually a complete beginner as an actor. When I was in school, I didn’t know much about Hollywood, even though I had watched quite a few films. After finishing school, during my break, I started watching a lot more movies and slowly began understanding and appreciating fi…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
I’ve had representation in Texas for a few years now, theatrically and commercially. Same agent - which is typical for a market like Texas. That said… I haven’t been auditioning for some CDs who would call me in often. And I find it weird it’s happening across the board w/ the exception of 1 casting office on the Hey J…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
I admire Florence Pugh so much and I was surprised to see she did one in EOE. Obviously her body her choice. Just wondering if this is a requirement to make it in Hollywood?
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hi everyone, my name is Noah, an actor currently based in the NYC area. I’ve racked up a lot of Short Film credits over the past three years, taking a lot of classes around the New York City/Brooklyn area. I have a comedy reel + drama reel that I am proud of. Aside from getting things on Backstage, I’m not really sure…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hey All! So I’m agent that has been doing this for roughly 20 years. I am debating on starting actor consults on profiles/headshots/agency submissions etc. to help y’all get the rep that works. There are sooo many agencies and managers out there that don’t do squat. Coaches who have never sat on our side of the desk an…
Reddit · 3 Oct 2026
Hi! I currently have two facial piercings: a lip piercing and a regular nostril piercing. I’m planning on taking the nostril piercing out, but I know it’ll probably leave a small scar/mark. Would that actually be an issue for an acting career? I know that at least at the acting school in turkey I went to, things like f…
Stage 32 · 2 Oct 2026
AI Filmmaking Without the Hype: Concerns, Fixes, and Real SavingsVeteran filmmakers have fair concerns about generative AI: visual inconsistency, shaky platform economics, copyright gaps, and audience backlash. My answer isn't to reject the tools or let them run the show, but to use a hybrid workflow: human-authored, d…
Stage 32 · 2 Oct 2026
How much of a character's backstory do you write down versus feeling it out in the moment?
Stage 32 · 2 Oct 2026
AI is increasingly becoming part of film and television production.But the conversation often focuses on whether AI will replace creative professionals.I think there's another question worth exploring:Where can technology reduce the repetitive work around performance while leaving the actual creative performance in hum…
Reddit · 2 Oct 2026
Postings that say, “Looking for real people, not actors.” Real people don’t have Backstage, Casting Networks, or Actors Access profiles.
Reddit · 2 Oct 2026
Hello I am 19yo boy from Philippines and I wanna be anctor I am planning to take acting classes here. Also I wanna pursue acting abroad sure there will be visas, etc. What I'm saying is, is it possible for me?
Reddit · 2 Oct 2026
I'm looking to start a "book club" over zoom for an hour once a week where we can get together and read and discuss acting books such as Stanislavski's An Actor Prepares, Uta Hagen's Respect for Acting, or the GOAT Sanford Meisner on Acting. Is this something anyone would be interested in? I figure it may be a good way…
Reddit · 2 Oct 2026
So I took an acting class just because idk opening myself up to new experiences. It's on camera and considering I've never acted before on or off camera. I was surprised to find that I enjoy it and truly want to pursue it farther. But I pretty much plan on doing it as a hobby since I like the industry I am currently in…
Stage 32 · 1 Oct 2026
Hollywood Contraction?No worries. I have the answer!https://paultassone.substack.com/p/bring-cocaine-back-to-the-cinema?r=r533g&utm_medium=ios
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
Hello! I am a fledgling voice actor but no newbie to the performing arts. I'm on a bit of an odyssey to add on VA-centric training/education to my CV that is currently heavier on live theatre and music. Late night googling session uncovered the only motion-capture courses in Australia (Melbourne) and it intrigues me. H…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
Calling all creatures of the night! Join us at our open casting call MONDAY, OCTOBER 5. We are seeking high-energy scare actors to bring our LA Haunted Hayride 2026 to life. **Audition Details:** * Monday, October 5, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM • **Location:** Griffith Park Visitor Center at the picnic tables 4730 Crystal Sprin…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
So Ive been using aa for a while and I usually link my reel in the submission notes but I have a little money to invest and I wanna see if uploading clips to aa is worth it/what should I upload? I have a reel with student films but I don't think they really show my skill. I have a couple of self tapes of me doing conte…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
i got word yesterday that i booked a day player in an indie pilot presentation, which is my first booking off actors access so i’ve been pretty excited about it. only issue is, i’m currently in another theatre project that rehearses sunday-thursday, and i’m the lead role so I’m pretty much called every day. I’ve been s…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
I've come on here and asked VA questions before, but I'd like to tell a story, and maybe give some encouragement. I do voice acting, but mainly I'm an audiodrama producer who produces original works. This past March my wife had a stroke and was in the hospital for 1 1/2 months. The Narrators/Voice Actors, Musicians, an…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
I (M24) have my first professional acting class on Monday. I thought I could live a stable desk job post-grad and just be a cinephile but I feel like I’ve seen every movie possible in the last two years and seeing other actors my age makes me extremely jealous I never even gave myself a chance. I’m going to take acting…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
Looking for a studio that I can work with while my acting coach is away. I do plan on auditing these studios but I would love some real reviews, good & bad! I’m just starting in my acting journey & I could use all the help! Open to other studios & resources (books, podcasts, workshops etc).
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
Has anybody had experience with the 3 day weekend master intensive for working actors?
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
Curious to hear stories from actors who walked out of an audition or callback convinced they didn’t do their best, but ended up booking anyway. Maybe you were nervous, overthought your choices, felt like you didn’t fully execute a redirect, had weird eyelines, didn’t get the reactions you expected from the room, or jus…
Reddit · 1 Oct 2026
I want casting for that specific role to see the video but I don’t want it available on my profile so I removed it right after submitting, if that makes sense.
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
This is the second time I received an invite from this person. I overlooked the invite and missed his deadline. Now this is the second invite and the fee is very enticing. However I am not sure if this is legit. Please advise how this works and to verify the invites are legit??
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
NOTE: I am not seeking free work from this sub. I very much want to pay and properly hire someone, but I genuinely don't know what to offer. I don't have any finalized ideas yet apart from an animatic I'm sitting down and making sketches for, and I don't have a set time frame since this is something I want to constantl…
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
first part: just random crap second part: reading something out of a chips bag text in german (cuz I wanna voice act in germany) third part: a small segment of a vocaloid song I know it sounds like a straight up lie but I really am 16 years old. so... does my voice fit a mishevious kid or a innocent one? does it fit a…
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
In searching the subject of teleprompters, most of the discussions in this group are two years old or older. So much has changed in this time that I thought I would create this new thread. The other day, my agent told me that the six-hour average it takes me to complete a self-tape is too long. An actor friend suggeste…
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
So I’ve reached a point now where I’m now a must join with the union. My OK30 ran out last week and the next thing I book, I’ll have to pony up. The question is - do I join now? Or should I wait for that next booking? I get the sense that productions aren’t even looking at non union actors at the moment, even if they a…
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
Hi reddit. Got an email about a job from Askable. Looking for two weeks of recording 25hrs per week- $100 per hour. They said its for AI. No voice cloning. But for AI training purposes. What does that even mean? Yeah sure the money would be awesome but… I’d just be recording responses to a conversation with another act…
Reddit · 30 Sep 2026
Hey everyone, I’ve really been enjoying taping and I know that’s really hard for some actors so I wanted to give some things that I do! Take it or leave it but it might be worth trying out and id love for anyone to add their tricks! 1. I memorize my lines usually, ik this can be hard with tight turn arounds but when I’…
