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Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
I'm a complete newbie, but want to be a professional voice actor. I read a Masterclass article to get my equipment recommendations. The QX1002 was a step up from the $89 model and was recommended to use with the Blue Yeti. After reading some more, I decided to go with a condenser microphone because I can't completely s…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
I have just finished reading a great book on Acting dating from about 50 years ago. Amongst the 'tops' were several exercises that actor can do alone to maintain their sharp edge for upcoming auditions and bookings. I'm interested to see what actors, here, do to 'keep their hand in' bearing in mind the restrictions of…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
So this is my first live directed session. Up till now I’ve had like 13 paid voice jobs (not many) but I only send auditions in as a mean to see what sticks and where my skills are and if I find my skills are lack luster I get coaching. Overall I’m a very insecure actor and voice talent and think there’s no way I could…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
I'm an actor living in the north of the UK. I know that there's so much work down south, in and around the London area. However, so many people I know in the industry are making the move to Canada because of how much is now filmed over there. Would I be wasting my money if I moved to London, is Canada really where it's…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
Hi, I'm in my 30s and I kind of want to become an actor, but I feel like my appearance would hinder me. I'm kind of fat, for one thing. I know we've got body positivity and stuff going on in the media, but I'm still self-conscious about it. I've tried to lose weight, but I have trouble starving myself. Plus, when I get…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
Is Florence Pugh a good actor? I’ve seen many mixed opinions on this
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
Hi all. I just moved back to NYC from LA last month and I'm ready to get back into the acting game. I went to NYU and got my BFA in acting and then moved out to LA to pursue it about four years ago. Didn't have much luck in LA, and then COVID hit and I sort of took a step back from the industry. I just moved back to th…
Reddit · 11 Apr 2022
it's just been a way more depressing journey than i ever could have imagined. just so much sacrifice, for so little in return. the more time i put into this, the more unfairness I experienced and observe. people putting decades in for breadcrumbs vs lucky kids born into money plucked right away after college. i dont re…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
Hello everyone, I’m 17(f) and I am wondering if I’m too poor to ever start acting. My mom is jobless (I don’t have a father figure to help with income either) and we barely have even 10,000 dollars saved. I can’t get a car because of it. I’m going to Nassau community college when I graduate because I have no other choi…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
Im just starting to get serious small roles in series and stuff, however now im getting a little more eyes on me im a little nervous about me being open about using ketamine once a while. I don’t think any director has checked my social media yet, otherwise I wouldve had a conversation about my social media and stuff
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
I am really new, I don't know how actors watch others actors and what do they generally see or make notes of ?
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
The second night of a show I was just in, one of the directors decided to change how my final quick-change went, making it much more complicated. The night before, she had kept telling me to make it faster, so I did. So when she changed it, I told her I didn't want to add in extra steps and that if I did, I could not m…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
There is a new talent agency that popped up in my town. On their website, it says they are SAG-AFTRA affiliated and the best way to reach them is by email. My question is what should I say in the opening email? For example, "Hello, my name is Bob and I am a voice actor. Here's a link to my website, and to my demos. Tha…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
I passed the audition for a narration gig for a YouTube channel. The client has several semi-successful channels that range from 60k - 200k subscribers. They are trying to get another one off the ground. I'd be doing scripts around 2000 - 2200 words. He's offering around $10 - $15 a script, with discussion about an inc…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
I've gotten a handful of paid gigs over the years hobbying around, but I'm plunging head-first into it this summer. I'm a big believer in the "forever student" mindset, so I'd love a regular lesson schedule to keep skill sharp. Unfortunately, I'm priced out of most coaching. What are your thoughts on online VO classes…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
What are your thoughts? LA pretty much banned them unless you count Ace Studios. NYC is overrun with them. People claim you need to take them. I get auditions from CDs that don’t do workshops. VO actors swear by them and it seems workshops are a thing in the voiceover world. I’m just feeling conflicted on this topic.
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
Acting is my passion and my dream. With all other complications of life off the table, I would dedicate my life to the art. But I never thought pursuing acting would be an actual option for me. For context, I’m 18, and I’ve spent my entire life up until this point preparing to go to a top college; I’ve been extremely f…
Reddit · 10 Apr 2022
Hi there, I’m hoping to get some advice on what changes I should make in order to put as many eggs in acting as possible. I have tomorrow to tell my boss whether or not I want to quit. I’m currently 23 years old living at home with my parents in Seattle. I work three fairly flexible part-time jobs (I’m a graphic design…
Reddit · 9 Apr 2022
I came across him through a cry on cue video and have looked a little bit into him. He has taught some A-list actors like Jennifer Lawrence and Ian Somerhalder. I plan on starting monthly classes with him this summer and even the prices seem reasonable. What are your thoughts on him and his studios? Have you ever taken…
Reddit · 9 Apr 2022
Shoutout to /u/cryoncue for referring to this often enough to make me track it down. Some context: *this was written in 1914*. Don't forget that as you read. Some of the references and cultural things won't land as intended, but this is a full eight years before Stanislavski's troupe would tour the States and captivate…
Reddit · 9 Apr 2022
Hey people, just wanted to hear some stories about the experiences of diverse actors finding work in the United Kingdom! Are there notable challenges/benefits to speak of? Do you get typecast, and if so, how? What could a half-latino Australian actor (ie. don't really present as "white") moving to the UK expect from th…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
I stumbled into having a small role in a local film (two minutes of screen time and two short lines.) I am not an actor and haven't done anything like this since school plays. Is there anything I should know about being on camera or acting in general? Any exercises or warm ups I can do to get ready? I know I'm lucky to…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
What's up! ​ Feel free to DM me if you'd prefer that over commenting. I'm just trying to get some intel on some of the agencies that I've had meetings with recently since I'm shopping around. I find it's hard to know as an actor what they're like to work with ahead of actually working with them. As far as I can…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
I've organised a fundraising event, with comedians and actors for the 16th of April. I'm getting super stressed that not enough people are going to turn up. How do I spread the word and get people to come?
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
I live almost an hour (max.with traffic) outside of Toronto and was thinking of moving right downtown to be within walking distance of the major casting houses. But I am now thinking otherwise because I would have to give up my car to afford the rent in toronto. from what I've heard and read, self-tapes and virtual aud…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
This has nothing deeply to do with becoming an actual actor but it kind of does. Anyways, I've been trying to become my best ideal self for awhile now & I come across so many videos that say "act like your ideal self to become them“, "create an alter ego, write down what they do & act like them". “Life is one big movie…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
First of all. I'll apologise in advance for the lengthy post, but at this point I need advice and help Since I was 5 years old I've always wanted to be an actor. At times of felt like it's futile and have tried to find other interests but I've always come back to it. I've done work as an extra and a feature extra in pr…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
Hi everyone, I recently auditioned for a few a few acting jobs that I really wanted. I put a lot of time and effort into it & personally thought I did good but I guess the casting director thought otherwise. This has been ongoing for a while now and made me feel quite down and even made me contemplate about quitting my…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
I’m looking for someone to play Lois Lane for my fan film “Superman: Fortress.” She has three scenes, but I’ll link the script bellow, it’s only 7 pages. I’m looking for someone who sounds mature, witty, feminine, perhaps a bit arrogant but only because you have to be confident as a reporter with a military dad. As a f…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
Regards, Male Arabic and Vietnamese actors wanted, 50-55 \~ lines - $50, combat game. Native only, simply read the English script in Arabic or Vietnamese and export the files as per our instruction. Ad lib encouraged, usage will be across multiple factions including paramilitaries and national militaries as depicted, i…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
Regards, we are looking for male native Ukrainian-speaking actors who are comfortable with, in this climate, participating as talent in our action game voicing Ukrainian military operators. Our Ukrainian talent is unfortunately stuck under occupation and will be adjoining you once they can. Simply read the script in Uk…
Reddit · 8 Apr 2022
A few weeks ago I got a chemistry read/callback from a self tape that I messed up (I made a [post](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/tlln4u/i_got_a_callbackchemistry_read_with_a_messed_up/) about it). When I went to the reading the casting director wanted me to read another project. She told me she hasn't starte…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
Hey everybody! I’m a game developer working on a visual novel. There’s many interlocking projects for the game, including a manga and a short webseries about the main character. And that’s what this is about! I’m looking for voice actors (preferably with a younger, feminine voice as the character is a young girl) for t…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I’m curious because I hear and see it mentioned quite often that TV actors can’t transition to film well because they lack the skills to act in flim. Although there have been several cases of actors who started on TV shows and became successful on the big screens. What is the major difference between acting on TV and a…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I'm Sag-E and repped by a really great agency in Houston, Tx. In the past, I've gotten to audition for some amazing projects! Co-star, Recurring, Leads - you name it! But since Covid, the auditions have dropped dramatically despite me seeing other actors in my agency still booking roles. I know they're submitting me fo…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I’ve always wanted to act, and I actually consider myself pretty good at it (I know so do most people who want to be actors). Anyways, is backstage a good place to find auditions/extras jobs to start gaining experience?
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I'm not an actor, I'm a singer and have to sing the song from Chicago by the Velma character. I have to act out a performance of a sexy, flirty e charismatic character.... I'm a big curvy girl insecure in my body, this is the worst CH I could ever do. The performance is fine, but my acting is so bad, I don't feel it at…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
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 · 7 Apr 2022
I really want to become an actress and I'm ready to audition, the only thing is I can't find auditions around me and i don't know any agencies nor do I know someone with connections. If you're an actor or you're informed about acting info's in Malaysia, specifically Sabah. Please help me on how to find auditions or age…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
What inspires you to become an actor What do you agree and disagree about within the industry How difficult have you found it to get an audition or even getting the part Thank you in advance :)
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
Hello everyone. I am an actor and I have the following doubt. There was a film audition call that I applied for. I sent my video, resume, and some headshots through email. I received a callback a month later and they asked me to audition for an specific role. After reading the description, I decided not to audition for…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
How long after an agent pitches an actor do they receive the sides from the casting director? (Assuming the CD allows the actor to self tape)
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I know not to expect anything and I genuinely just enjoy meeting other people with the same passions (or not!) and being in an environment I love to be in. But I always hear people say not to do background too much if you want to be an actor. Why is that so?
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I'm a seasoned theatre actor, but next week will be my first time ever on a TV set. Theatre is a completely different beast. The more streamlined process, more collaborative room, and less wait time. I'm not sure what to expect on a set other than the opposite of that. Even showing up to the studio today to check in/ge…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
As someone currently going through the drama school process from a pre-professional curriculum, I'm curious how many actors without receiving any prior training or having any extensive acting experience get into prestigious drama schools for their MA's or MFA's? At the top of my head, Riz Ahmed, Bradley Cooper, and Gem…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
Hello I'm a new actor and wondering is Fame Street worth it for work and experience? Also the different pay walls, what do you get? Thanks for taking the time to read this.
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I haven’t auditioned for much and at this point I just want to start auditioning for every show I can find. I’m pretty chubby and worry I’ll have a hard time landing roles. There’s a character in a show I want to audition for who’s described as a “tubby junk food enthusiast”. I know if I do well, that will be my role b…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
hello community members! this is my first post here, so apologies in advance if i make a mistake in any way. this question is directed towards people who have representation, some professional credits under their belt, and are constantly auditioning for film and tv. in my gut i feel like my agent isn't working hard eno…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
I have three roles available for the pilot episode of a webseries based off a video game I am developing. The episode will be posted to youtube to promote the game. Talent applicants must be able to sound like a young girl, as the main characters are 10 and 11 years old. Pay is based off of the amount of lines you have…
Reddit · 7 Apr 2022
Hi there! I currently live in Northern California, and have decided to move to Atlanta, Georgia after doing a lot of research on the best place to live for starting actors. My question is: what kind of job should I get? I really only *need* enough money for food, but obviously I'd like to set the bar at my own place (s…
