Reddit · 20 Apr 2023
Day rate of a professional non-union actor in NYC?
I'm shooting a commercial in NYC and I am looking to get a professional non-union actor. Would anyone know what is the day rate for this?
Stage 32 · 19 Apr 2023
Dealing With Rejection When Auditioning
In the world of auditioning, no news is often the only news: If you don’t hear back, it means they went with someone else. While it would be great to receive closure via direct rejection, casting directors may not have the bandwidth to notify every auditioner who didn’t get a callback or book the part. They are also no…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Botox for actors?
What’re your thoughts on getting Botox for Elevens and the forehead? I’m a woman approaching my 40’s and thinking of getting it done to get a smoother forehead. But I don’t want it to adversely affect my acting. Has anyone done it? What’s been your experience?
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Acting as always been my dream
I've always wanted go be an actress. I'm in NYC and I don't know where to start. I did get headshots done a few months ago. Any advice on where to go from here?
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
How do I break into comedic acting?
Everything i read for is dramatic. Which makes sense, as that's how i've marketed myself thus far. But i'm trying to expand now. I'm pretty bored reading for procedurals. I will always love the super dark stuff, but I'd like to branch out into comedic acting now. I have some new headshots that reflect that and I just s…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
CEntrance PASPort VO, a new USB interface for voiceover actors
I helped to design what I and my colleagues think might just be the perfect USB audio interface for voiceover actors. It's on a pre-order now and you can read about it [here](https://centrance.com/pasportvo). Any interest or feedback is encouraged!
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
How much should I charge on fiver as a beginner voice actor?
I'm just getting in to VA and wondering how much I should charge.
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Actors of Reddit, is it worth going to a school such as USC for acting or go to UCLA on a full ride and study communications while taking acting classes on the side?
To make this short, commitment day is coming up and I’m having a hard time choosing which school to go to. I’m a bit newer to acting and don’t have as much experience and have two amazing schools to choose from, I’m having trouble choosing between the two. At USC I’d be paying about 7-8k a year and at UCLA I got a full…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Getting picked up by the production manager!?
Hi guys I booked a commercial through actors access and was wondering if it’s normal for the client relation manager to pick up talent and drive them to the shoot location? It’s an outdoor remote location.
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Acting College Courses for Voice Acting Advice?
I (19 F) just began acting within the last few months. I attend a community college and am a little under halfway done completing an Associate's degree in Performing Arts centered on Theatre, to expand my acting skills. My ultimate goal, however, is voice acting. I have taken non-university and non-college classes for…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Sag question need help
Hello fellow actor people! I’m relatively new to this industry, and I am just confusing myself about getting sag credits. I know you need three to join. Do ULB films count towards eligibility? I have heard yes and no. Thanks guys! Keep killing it!
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
My Fiancee, The Aspiring Actor and How Can I Help?
Hello, everyone. I'm here because my fiancee is enrolled in school and Acting classes here in Ontario, woo! However, with that, I'm unsure of how to help her proceed. She would know better than I what's going on, but, to my understanding, she's building up her portfolio. She's adding projects from class, she's voicing…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
I’ve been rejected by every drama school
I’m starting to give up, two years running i’ve been rejected. I want to learn to become a better actor but it seems impossible because i’m being rejected by everyone. Any advice?
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Why Do Some Breakdowns Have Crazy Wide Age Brackets?
This is something I've noticed lately on Actors Access and Backstage. Some breakdowns (mostly student films) will have age ranges of 20+ years, like from 18-40 or 25-50. I'm just curious as to the mindset behind this? I'd assume the casting director/whoever is casting would know the general age of the character they're…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
How to do an Omen impression (Valorant)
I absolutely love the voice of Omen and found a video of the voice actor doing it with no effects on the mic. Please help cuz I love his lines and wish to learn!!
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Did anyone else think they were a good actor until they had to audition?
i feel like i was confident and then the audition killed my confidence lol. how did y’all move past this?
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Novice Acting Classes LA
I currently live in Los Angeles and I've always been super interested in acting. I'm finally in a position where I can take the time to explore acting and develop my skills. I've got next to no experience (a couple mediocre acting classes here and there, but no performances), so, after browsing this sub, it seems the b…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
Actor is very talented, but doesn't have screen presence. Stuck on what to do?
Hey all -Has anyone ever been in a similar situation? It might sound shallow, but there's a reason PAUL MESCAL and MARGOT ROBBIE beat out other talent on projects because of their screen presence on top of the talent. I'm in the middle of casting for a narrative music video for a major artist and the strongest talent I…
Reddit · 19 Apr 2023
I’m 19 but look like i’m about 14/15 and want to become an actor. Are these good characteristics to go for it?
I’m also athletic as I play college soccer, played basketball and baseball, I bowl with a national championship winning college, but i feel that’s irrelevant tbh. I’m also not very tall; 5’6 to be exact which makes me look a lot younger. Also, asian background.
Stage 32 · 18 Apr 2023
Make Your On Camera Narration Performances Powerful - 7 Amazing Strategies
Watch this quick tip video and learn how to make your on-camera narration performances powerful.And, get a link to a free website so you can practice being great with reading a teleprompter.https://youtu.be/CSBR8z1vV7kHave experience with on-camera narrations, please share your tips and techniques on the channel so we…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Drove my booth around today
I drove around today (cars can make for an excellent booth) and did impromptu voiceovers with a sprinkle of silliness for some random places. This was definitely enough fun to want to do again. Fellow voice actors, I think we could make this into a fun trend! P.S. I made sure to read the rules, however, if I have misun…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
My dream role is being made! I have the showrunner's assistant's email. What do I do?
Hi there! I am so so torn, and lost! I need some advice on what I should do? For context: There is this dream role that I have always wanted to play and would die for the chance to even just audition for, and they are currently in development for it! The character is a very specific ethnicity and I fit that bill! I hav…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Actors access - deadline extended?
I was requested to audition to a role on Friday and, well, life just got in the way of this submission. The deadline was last night at midnight, but when I went on AA it now says the deadline is tomorrow at midnight. I’ve never not submitted when asked— so I’m wondering, is it open for the callbacks for the same role,…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Will I ever be a good actor?
I (f, 21) am a very shy anxious and awkward person who is interested in acting. Ive read lots of books and been practicing on my own for a while now until I save enough money to take classes, but unfortunately I really really suck at acting. I'm not saying this out of lack of confidence... it's true. I eventually reali…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Anything similar to Fiverr?
If non voice actors aren’t allowed to post here then I understand if this gets deleted. I’m starting a series and I need voices for the material I’ve written but I’ve only ever used Fiverr. I know there are a bunch of sites out there but the other one I tried to used ended up being a scam. The question: Which sites do…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
name change results - not sure if significant or not
New York based. I've been regularly auditioning since 2017. I've netted probably about 11 student films (3 NYU thesis), 1 non-u indie (minor role), 3 off-off-broadway shows, and a couple zoom shows plus misc. commercials and industrials. I have auditioned for about around 12 co-stars, 6-guest stars, a handful of region…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Should I email an agency asking them to attend my play?
I have a performance next week for a play. I am currently non union but a community theater actor and my goal is to be represented. I was wondering if it’s okay or unprofessional to email an agency if they could come see my play? I have a theatrical resume I have been building for the past year and I really want them t…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Creating a voice acting portfolio?
I'm currently reading some of the stuff in the pinned thread about voice acting. I have stage experience and am an experienced live presenter, trainer, and teacher. I have been a paid actor, though it's been almost 15 years since I did that, and I've been a guest on local radio and podcasts; most of the material that e…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
As a high school student what can I do to prepare myself to get into the film industry as an actor?
I am very interested in becoming an actress and plan on going to a college in California. I have been part of my schools theater program since freshman year and my school also offers acting classes for film which I have taken. Is there anything else I can do to prepare myself?
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Film Casting Exec Producers Also As Talent
A film I auditioned for announced its cast and most of the cast all belong to the same agency and are also executive producers. Why even send notices to agencies if you're just going to hire your producers as talent? A lot of these castings seem performative to me. When you look at who gets cast, when you connect the d…
Reddit · 18 Apr 2023
Feeling stuck as an Actress. Feedback (and reassurance) needed!
Hi Everybody! To give everyone some background: 1. Started acting in December 2020 and got my first agent in January 2021 and was booking amazing ads with some great companies 2. Signed to a new agent to get more TV and Film opportunities in Boston and recently signed over with CESD under their commercial print departm…
Stage 32 · 17 Apr 2023
Think Fast!
I was in the lobby of the DTLA Marriott where they were filming an episode of "The Office", when an A.D. walked over to me, handed me sides, and told me to go stand in a line. She wanted me to audition for an angry Dunder Mifflin shareholder. There was no time to prepare. I looked frantically at the lines, trying to me…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Have any actors here made their own feature/shorts?
I’ve been writing a feature film script for a few years now, mostly out of my love for horror but I actually think it’s pretty good. realistically it would have to be low/no budget because I’m a broke actor. My friend owns a few air bnbs she offered in exchange that she could do special effect makeup for her portfolio.…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
How to find uncredited actors in scarface ?
There couple of actors in scarface from the final scene shootout that are uncredited their faces looks familar i am sure i seen them in other movies ????
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Create a "hide background roles" tab in Actor's Access?
Anyone else agree? I know you can currently check to see only background roles, but it would be great to be able to filter them out.
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
I need some guidance for pursuing professional VO work
I've always been interested in doing voice over work even just as a hobby, but only ever dabbled in it until last year where I started my channel and regularly produced and took part in VO projects. Unlike all my other hobbies, though, VO work is something I know I have a decent amount of talent in that's actually gott…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
How to find uncredited actors in scarface ???
Most of the actors in scarface from the final scene shootout are uncredited but there is couple of them that their faces looks familar i am sure i seen them in other movies ???? I want to know their names
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Forgot monologue during audition
I had my first audition today, I joined a theatre course this year at my uni as my introduction to acting and I've had so much fun. I've signed up for acting classes and found some friends to start an actors gym with. I have a monologue I've had in my back pocket for months, I've rehearsed it countless times, performed…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
How to approach an idol politely?
Ran into a really famous actor in my neighborhood while waiting in line. I wanted to say hi love your work I'm an actress too etc etc. but was too shy. Ugh!!! I always feel a little guilty for not saying hi to certain incredible actors, musicians, directors, you name it, who I cross paths with - and it happens all the…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Why do so many Indian (Hollywood) actors go into comedy?
It seems many do. Is it that many naturally gravitate towards it or more the industry wants it?
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Audition for NYC Based actor but I’m in the DMV
Hey community! I was requested to audition but I’m not NYC based I’m in the DMV area. I have to confirm my location in the self-tape. Should I say “willing to work as a Local” or not audition at all? This is my first experience auditioning for NYC market. It’s a small part, shoots one day but the pay is reasonable for…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Update: I Just Made Huge Step and I Need to Share Part 2
The other day I made I post to this subreddit. TLDR I went to an anime con and a voice actor liked my performance in a panel so much that I was offered an audition for a game that he was casting. Well today at work I received an email that I got the part. My manager had me go on break because I couldn’t stop crying. Ad…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
What can my agents see on actors access?
Just curious, can they see my cmails that I receive directly from casting? I was chatting with a casting director I’m friends with through there who just cast me in a little indie feature right before I signed, I wasn’t talking as professional as normal because we’re friends but then remembered I have an agent now lol…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
LA Actors: Itinerary for NYC actor’s first trip to LA?
Hi everyone! I’m from NYC going to LA for the first time in about 2 weeks! I’m going with an actor friend of mine who is moving there and wants to see some neighborhoods to decide where to live. I just wanted to know what activities geared towards actors would you recommend? Also any restaurant or tourist/site seeing r…
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
im starting a fan dub how can i make it grow
ive got a twitter ive made a yt short in lots of sever ive got a casting club for it its a csm manga dub if that helps but im really stuck on how i can find good voice actors
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Anyone who had no acting experience disappear for 3 to 6 months howd it go for you?
Has anyone decided to disappear for 3 to 6 months and focus on becoming an actor? How'd it go for you. Did you quit your previous career, move across country, I'd like to hear your struggles.
Reddit · 17 Apr 2023
Table read turned out to actually be an audition??
So im in a theater group (i mostly do film) and a member said they wanted to do a table for a screenplay they wrote. film isnt financed but she said she has some cinematographer attached. i volunteered cause i love table reads as a way to just act without much pressure. Ive done them before and its normally get the scr…