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Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
I recently got accepted into this program as a fairly new actor with little experience (I’ve done some short film and community theatre work, and I’ve never studied acting formally) - it’s quite expensive, and it doesn’t provide a degree, but it does provide a certificate. Do casting directors care about schooling and…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
I’m a beginner actress, with some small films under my belt and I want to start taking it more seriously as I’m starting college in the fall and want to start applying to agencies so I can get more experience. I know some of the basics of what I should have prepared to email agencies with, but I want to know if I’m mis…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Hello y'all, I'm a solo gamedev and looking for a couple of voice lines for my upcoming game. No AI. Game: [https://store.steampowered.com/app/4265740/Gunclone\_Arena/](https://store.steampowered.com/app/4265740/Gunclone_Arena/) I want the energy of the guy in this trailer (and a female with the same energy): [https://…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Hi all, I'm about to start my senior year studying physics at a small liberal arts college. I have always done acting, studied it in high school, and have done several student films and plays in college, but somehow ended up getting sucked into physics. I do enjoy STEM, but recently I've kinda gotten hit with a feeling…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Obviously, I’ve hear a lot of distinct voice actors. But I can also hear regular ones. I guess it’s just anime specific like Chris Sabo, Matthew Mercer, or Brittany Karbowski. Just name a few, but their voices are very iconic and like used to the ear so I was just wondering, do you need to know a bunch of accents to ma…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere. We have a FAQ which attempts to answer basic questions about acting. \[Have a look\]( https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/wiki/index), but don't worry if you…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Basically the title. I’m in the casting process for a very very small short film I’m directing. I’ve never done open casting before; I went to a film school with a fairly large acting program so I usually would either cast people I knew personally or it would be like a “So-and-so’s roommate would be good for this” kind…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Hey, begginer actor here. I've been in a few smaller projects and recently auditioned for a huge one. I was watching some videos for tips before I was about to film my self tape and almost all, if not every video, mentioned how you see emotions in the characters eyes and how eyes are the biggest part of your audition.…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Male Teens actors needed I'm looking for male teenagers actors for my upcoming series the millers It's about a family in their daily lives it's like a sitcom to apply just reply or dm me It's all online so no actual location needed Unpaid gig No experience needed Estou procurando atores adolescentes do sexo masculino p…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
First time director! Working on a short film that I wrote. I’m super excited but want to make sure I am playing my part in being the best director I can for the actors. Of course I know a lot of it comes down to personal preference but wondering if anyone has general guidance on what they like from their directors.
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
**Reposting as I did some fixes on my resume as a lot of you were giving advice on that vs agencies! LOL** Hello all! Looking to get some advice on where to direct my attention to in terms of submitting to agents. I am in the market for a new agency and want to know if anyone has any recommendations based on my current…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Tl;Dr My manager adamant that my headshots need to have a blurred real-world-esaue background so that casting can place me in the world. I want something more monochrome and my efforts to find a compromise are turning into him... passive-aggressively asking if I want to drop him? Is the background really that important…
Reddit · 11 Aug 2026
Basically, what the title says. I have gotten invites to do this ai voice training jobs on [voices.com](http://voices.com) and just want to know if its worth doing I am a new voice actor, so I just want to make sure im not doing something stupid lol.
Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
I'm sure we've all done it.We're watching a movie or TV show, seeing an established actor who is right for the part playing a role, and we think to ourselves, "I could totally play that!" Not necessarily better, but definitely within your wheelhouse. And you know you would absolutely kill it, too!For example (with no…
Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
Hi actors, I thought it was time for some fun. Recently, I was listening to a podcast of a live radio show and they were talking about times when things went awry. A bit that went south. It got me thinking of the time in the middle of the 3rd act of NOISES OFF, the stage went dark, because the lighting board had caught…
Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
AI is moving fast — faster than most of us can keep up with — and if you're working in film or television right now, you're already navigating questions your contracts probably didn't cover a few years ago. When does a digital replica require consent? What are producers responsible for documenting? How does SAG-AFTRA a…
Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
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Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
I’m going to Los Angeles in September and am looking for a site that lists casting calls for non-union actors. I found this one; do you think it’s trustworthy enough to pay for access?
Stage 32 · 10 Aug 2026
Hello Stage 32 community,For the past several years I've been developing an original feature-film project that combines psychological suspense, espionage, mystery, and cinematic world-building into one story.I'm excited to share the first public presentation of the project:THE INVISIBLE BATTLEFIELDWritten by Perry Ritt…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
I’m Kosei Ono, a bilingual Japanese actor working across Japanese and international productions. My long-term goal is specific: to become the first Japanese male actor to win an Academy Award for acting. That obviously won’t happen because I wrote it on Reddit. It requires the right positioning, performances, relations…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Looking for advice from anyone familiar with SAG indie productions. I booked a **principal speaking role** in a \~$5M SAG-AFTRA feature and have already worked two days. The production is listed on SAG’s Signatory Search as **“Conditional Start.”** The concerning part: I’ve received **zero SAG paperwork** — no contract…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
For the LA actors in here — who are some theatrical managers you’d genuinely recommend for an actor who already has professional TV credits, is SAG-AFTRA, has solid current materials, and is trying to make the jump from co-star-level work into more guest stars, recurring roles, series regular opportunities, and stronge…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Hello all! I'm an aspiring voice actor still new to the industry. I was wondering if anyone was familiar with the backstage casting app. Just questioning if they're legit or not and if their service is actually worth it. Also, I know the industry has changed a lot over the years, are there other ways to break for someo…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Is there a website or resource or just somewhere you can find people who will read for you? I studied acting in another city (where I met lots of acting friends) then moved back home to Canada, where I know not many actors. I’d really like to find some kind of way to find good readers because as much as I love my frien…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Not sure what’s best. Uploading video is so expensive on that site I want to make sure I do it right
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
So I'll cut straight to the chase, me and my group of friends like to cast and perform musicals together, and I'm really dead-set on playing Audrey II in Little Shop of Horrors (and potentially Hermes in Hades Town). But I worry a lot about slipping into a blaccent when I portray those characters, as I've only ever see…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
For those that dont know Doug Turkel, he's been a champion of helping voice actors avoid scams for decades. He's put together a ChatGPT (app? mod? filter? I dont know what to call it) that helps detect if an email you receive is a scam or not. Its a fantastic tool to prevent being taken advantage of. You can check it h…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Hi guys! I'm looking for voice actors for my Skyrim machinima series. It's sort of a mix between Skyrim roleplay and machinima-style cutscenes, that touches on the themes of morality and then unexpectedly goes meta. As the plot serves more like an extension to the Skyrim's already existing story, many voices would have…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Hi all, I'm completely new to acting and have only taken a beginner improv course recently and another weekly actor's practice class. I am looking to really get into this and give it a real shot and wanted to see if anyone in my area had recommendations on solid acting classes/programs here? So far, the only two seemin…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
This is actually my very first time posting on Reddit ever (despite having it for almost 5 years) so this is kind of important to me. Before I start explaining my story I want give a description of myself. I’m 26 years old male (black) at 5’8 with an athletic build. So throughout most of my life I’ve always been fascin…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
Hi everyone! I'm a new voice actor here that's naturally an over thinker, I've seen storyboards for animated movies before and in my project aswell that I'm in, they have people that aren't the actors voice in the story board first to I assume get the correct tone and mood. How do we record over that? Do we watch the s…
Reddit · 10 Aug 2026
So I recently booked a gig (super grateful), where I am playing a character who gets beat up, and she is not the most favorable person. It’s a very dramatic role, and things don’t end up well for her. I feel conflicted because in the project, I don’t look my best, I feel like I’m definitely greasy, I feel like they’ve…
Stage 32 · 9 Aug 2026
Back on Stage32 after a LONG time away. I have one film out on VOD, Carolina Caroline dir. by Adam Carter Rehmeier and two in post-production, both direct offers: Price of Redemption, writer/dir Andrew Shebay and The Blood of Bulls writer/dir Joshua Hamilton.
Stage 32 · 9 Aug 2026
Dear actor dream bigger, keep creating. The world is watching and waiting.
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Hey, I’m **19** and from Germany. Over the past few months, I’ve been thinking a lot about what I want to do with my future, and I’ve started to *seriously* consider becoming an **actor**. Ive loved storytelling for as long as I can remember **movies, TV shows, anime, comics, games,** pretty much any medium. Stories an…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
I had an accident a few years ago which meant I had to have my four bottom front teeth extracted. I since have had a 4 unit bridge fitted on two implants. I haven't worked in tv/film since before the surgery but I've been really missing acting and am considering dipping my toes back in. Luckily I smile with my top teet…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
I just started watching Sterling Point on prime and the actors in this show are just phenomenal. i’ve gotten into the habit of really observing actors whenever i’m watching a show or movie nowadays and i was so so impressed with all of the actors performances. Bo Bragason specifically was so great to watch, she felt so…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
I was able to get a meeting with them. I’ve been seeing mixed reviews about them on this sub ?. Apparently they can be slow. If I sign with them, Do I, as a non union actor, have a chance of getting good auditions? Or am I just wasting my time? I submitted to about 30 different agencies/managers over the past few weeks…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
I’m a non-union actor in Los Angeles signed with a reputable agency and have been taking classes pretty consistently for 5 years. I’ve been living in LA for 11 years but didn’t move there to act, and just kinda fell into acting but love it. My background before is in science and healthcare. With that being said, I feel…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Hey everyone, I just wanted to share an important public safety log that’s been going around the indie animation and voice-acting community. It involves a creator named Candaru Driemor (who goes by Renaru online). A bunch of creators, editors, and voice actors have been compiling their experiences to warn others about…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
I Think theyre just hiring security guards but they're calling it casting for music video. They need 30 security guards for each date of the tour to "play body guards." Has anyone done this gig on a previous show and can vouch for its legitmacy? The ai art is a big red flag too.
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
One piece of advice for voice actors: take your name seriously. This might seem like a small thing, but I think your professional name is worth putting some thought into. It can be really tempting to pick something that sounds cool at the time. Maybe you use the name of an anime character you like and throw “Lord,” “Pr…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Hey everyone, just wanted to share a quick reality check that a lot of actors seem to forget.Passing your initial casting audition or getting a callback is only half the battle. Once you get to the final approval stage, the network executives, producers, and legal teams step in to give the final green light.One of the…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Hey all! I work on a traditional corporate job and once I shared with a coworker my passion for acting, since then he spread that with other people and (as immature as it might sound) it's been more than a year of coworkers targeting me to make fun of me for being into acting, it's constant harrasment, exclusion, etc.…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Casting for Short Film Casting Non-Union actors only Non-Union shoot Location: LA/Orange County Dates: September 2026, exact dates tba Character Breakdowns: 1.) Caucasian Male, 20's, Lead: Open minded, fun, bored/restless 2.) Latina, 50's, Supporting: Open minded, knows what she wants, confident 3.) African American fe…
Reddit · 9 Aug 2026
Our production team is casting a highly specific, extremely realistic acting challenge for a client's upcoming YouTube video. We want to see if you have the chops to completely disappear into a role in a real-world environment on camera. **The Concept:** Can an actor can be so convincing that they can seamlessly pass a…
Stage 32 · 8 Aug 2026
Can Having More Than 1 Talent Agent Help Or Kill Your Acting Careerhttps://bit.ly/3S3iTWKDo you work with 1 agent or multi list? And, why did you make this decision? Share your personal experience below. You will be helping your fellow actors. I read and respond to every comment.
Reddit · 8 Aug 2026
I've got my first college audition coming up where I need monologues. I've never auditioned like this before, and I was wondering if anyone has any advice for the best way to go about this/what I should be aware of before going. How do I make myself stand out and not look like a fool. I come from a very small school wh…
Reddit · 8 Aug 2026
Hello all — any New York actors here with or have experience working with Kreativ?? Would love to chat about your experience.
Reddit · 8 Aug 2026
As we all know, acting is not the most financially stable career path. On top of being an actor, I'm also currently a student. I have a part time job working at a bakery, and it was great because my general manager was so understanding and gave me incredibly flexible hours. However, she recently got fired and I've lost…
