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Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
For when you’re not committed to a project. How often do you rehearse a week? Do you just use random sides and record yourself? What about an audition - how often will you rehearse before filming a self tape? I’m currently taking meisner classes and I try to rehearse repetition as often as I can but I feel I should reh…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
Hi all! I'm drawing a blank on the name right now but I know it's still around. Several years ago I used a website that was FULL of videos for actors. It offered a couple of hours every month for free then a subscription to access the other videos (I think). It had hundreds of hours of videos from beginning acting to a…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
I requested a meeting with a theatrical agent and got offered one with a commercial agent, which I also do not have? Should a beginning actor start off with a commercial before theatrical? Should I take the meeting to see what is up?
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
It’s getting super repetitive. First of all, there’s no right age, time to begin. Just do it. The fact that your sounding so unsure, makes it sound not desperate, but sounds like you’re not goin to give it your all. If age alone is going to deter you, oh boy, then this industry ain’t for you. There’s a lot of disappoin…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
I see that many clients expect a 24 hours turnaround time, but I have other voice acting contracts that I need to work on and sometimes work as an on-camera actor/extra so I’m not able to do voice acting that day. I will usually be able to do it in 24 hours, I just can’t always guarantee it. This client wants us to wor…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
I see that many clients expect a 24 hours turnaround time, but I have other voice acting contracts that I need to work on and sometimes work as an on-camera actor/extra so I’m not able to do voice acting that day. I will usually be able to do it in 24 hours, I just can’t always guarantee it. This client wants us to wor…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
Hello I’m looking for a somebody who thinks they are good actors/role players for a possible scenario that i have in mind that i might need help with ,i’m open to everyone.
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
Some people say they are and some say they aren’t. Actresses like Charlie Theron and Margot Robbie or actors like Henry Cavill or Chris Hemsworth. Actors like Steve Buscemi or Judy Davis or even Tilda Swinton have never been particularly good looking and now in their 60s are still working in Hollywood film and televisi…
Reddit · 5 Aug 2021
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 · 4 Aug 2021
Hello! What do people mean when they say an actor “loves” acting? Is it the whole process of crafting? The performing? I often struggle with enjoying the crafting component, but I do enjoy the performance aspect of it. Does that mean I do not love acting?
Reddit · 4 Aug 2021
Is it possible that actor can do acting work in Zoom remotely during a COVID-19?
Reddit · 4 Aug 2021
You can also suggest a subreddit besides r/acting and r/actors where you can send your video reels.
Reddit · 3 Aug 2021
I'm completely new to acting and I honestly would love to do a commercial. I don't have any dreams of being a Hollywood movie star actor, but doing commercials/plays on the weekend sounds very fun to me. Is booking commercials super difficult for an actor?
Reddit · 3 Aug 2021
What sort of work are you currently doing to pay the bills? I'm just looking for ideas, I feel stuck between a rock and a hard place. Honestly the hardest part of this career is just maintaining the lifestyle required to have even a chance of succeeding. Pre pandemic I was in hospitality for events which had amazing fl…
Reddit · 3 Aug 2021
Hi so I was thinking about interviewing Jordan Fry or Daniel Hansen about their roles as Lewis or other stuff they did. Or maybe even others too but how can I interview them? R they open to interviews? I have to do this online? And maybe I want to interview the voice actor of Wilbur too? I got inspired by this YouTube…
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
TL/DR: I like my first acting class well enough. It’s part of my journey. I’ve only been a hand full of times so far. Still I wonder if any other classroom styles will suit me better. X The way my class is set up, everyone performs in front of everyone at the end. You get your script at the beginning of class. You usua…
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
I need female voice actors that can do a range of accents from Irish to Afrikaans. These are youtube original audio series that are getting published when they are done. Please contact me at Guardbrosky#7614 or contact in DMs for auditions. Pay rate is going to be at minimum 10 us dollars plus any donations directed to…
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z_D9-wkThg Bobby Lee just told a one minute story on the acting world summed up. Now, this is the acting world in the 90s, so it's hard now and I know it was 100x tougher than..but fuck me if it isn't still a pain. Imagine taking a day off work, spending your last couple of bucks in the…
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
Hello! I am a newer commercial actor and saw a breakdown for a principal role mention Still Photography and B rolls. I was curious about what that entailed for the actors filming on set and overall? Thank you in advance!
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
I'm trying to tighten my marketing materials to get signed. For anyone who signed to an agent in the last year, were there things that you did that helped you get signed. I have a reel and resume that is decent. I've seen people with no experience get signed. I know sometimes you have a look. All advice is appreciated.…
Reddit · 2 Aug 2021
I've been chatting with an agent about getting signed on their books, but I'm not too sure what to do. In all honesty they aren't a great agent - they don't seem to be getting their actors much work, and what they do get seem to be glorified extra roles. Now obviously I don't sound too keen, but what's making me consid…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Did you get any work before hand? If so how much? Did you not work but took classes? Did you have zero experience and got an agent? What’s the story to your story?
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Hello! I am an actor . I currently live in Madrid , Spain. I am originally from Canada with Latinamerican roots . I should also add I am black. There are a lot of international movies, TV shows shot in Spain. Its been exciting to see it grow more and more. In 2017 I went from theatre to solely focusing on film and TV.…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
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Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Willis and Ford are both known for being a bit disinterested over the last few decades. So you think they'd ever go meta? Do something really weird and give them a renewed voice? If this is an FAQ, I apologise. I don't think I have some great original idea, I'm really just curious what it would look like putting these…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Hi all!! I’m very new to all this; so new that I’ve never actually acted before, not been to acting school, not had any form of drama school experience or anything. All I know is I see plenty of actors on screen and think to myself “what a job”. Portraying someone else and bringing characters to life seems like a very…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Disclaimer: I have no prior experience making short films. This is completely experimental and mostly for fun. Looking for an actor who can do a very good French accent (or is a native French speaker), is between 18 - 32, is athletic or slim, and is clean shaven. If you're interested, I can send you the script for the…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
hey again! what websites are considered the best to find voice acting jobs on? i'm not looking for websites where i have to pay a membership, and i tried covoco but it's really not good imo, so is there any other place? \^\^ any help appreciated :) ​ i've seen that there's people searching for voice actors on he…
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
I go to a workshop for television and film acting but I keep being told by people around me, who are not actors or part of the industry in anyway, that the only way I’m going to have a chance in the industry is if I graduate college for theatre acting…?
Reddit · 1 Aug 2021
Hello ! I’m trying to develop my acting skills by studying different method actings, and I see a lot of Rufus concerning the "actors studio" one. Some says it’s the best to learn, some says that it defies the whole purpose of acting. What are you thoughts ?
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
So I’m directing a short that I wrote. I graduated film school and have been using Backstage to find actors. However, one of the actors that I really like, only read the first scene when I requested a self tape with the sides, which had two scenes. Then on the callback I requested him read the other scene but he only r…
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
Using backstage, I'm curious about whether monologues from movies or tv shows is frowned upon. I'm very interested in screen acting and I really like the styles of certain movies.
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
My husband (25m) has been acting on community theater stages for 15 years. He’s been cast as Captain Von Trapp in The Sound of Music, and he’s having such a difficult time getting it memorized. He’s had wayyy more demanding roles but he says this show is different somehow. I personally think it’s because the theater co…
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
For the purpose of making myself a better actor, what are some of the best screenwriting books out there?
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
I want to make this movie (crime, thriller) that is based around a school class. Can’t say to much but it has to be a 7th grade (12 or 13 years old). Not because I need kids, but because I need it to be a 7th grade, it has to say that. I did some research and man these people are young. Just kids. Most of the boys have…
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
What are some obvious (and not so obvious) red flags that actors should be aware of? Asking because I’m curious about others experiences, and since I think this could be useful for new actors who are eager to get their feet wet and may be willing to overlook shady behavior...
Reddit · 31 Jul 2021
hey everyone (: i've always wanted to voice act because i'm an actress and largely active in the film and theatre industry. ever since i was young i've been able to do many accents and voices, and i'm also a polyglot and have been exposed to many cultures over the years. i'm doing well in terms of money and all that, s…
Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
I’m currently an actor without representation but don’t want my lack of an agent to hold back my opportunities to audition for tv/movie roles. I’ve heard that AA is the industry standard, but know that it can be challenging if you’re newer to the industry (like a small resume and no demo reel). Would you still find it…
Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
I’ve had this thought recently, and it’s sort of a question. What separates those who find extreme success in this field vs those who never achieve much of anything? Now I know there’s obviously a lot of factors to success, but is there sort of a thing you spot out of actors like oh he’s successful for this this and th…
Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
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Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
Scarlett's lawsuit: https://www.indiewire.com/2021/07/scarlett-johansson-sues-disney-black-widow-streaming-1234654389/ ([thread](https://www.reddit.com/r/movies/comments/ou21h1/scarlett_johansson_sues_disney_over_black_widow/) in r/movies) Gerard Butler: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/gerard-b…
Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
Hello everyone! I'm searching for an African American woman to play the role of Selena in my upcoming podcast/visual novel "The Storm Chasers". Selena is the primary antagonist to the show and is a powerful sea goddess who has been trapped on an island for thousands of years. She's a master manipulator and will use mag…
Reddit · 30 Jul 2021
I ask because I've been interested in acting for some time, and I'm also a Christian. Christians have a big thing about foul language. The thing with that is that there are some four-letter words that I don't have a problem with using. Yet there are others I do. I have no idea at all if this is the right r/ to post thi…
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
my tapes are increasing, mainly co-star for tv & supporting for films, sometimes bigger roles, all for big time CDs & directors. I'm looking to expand my circle of readers / rehearsal buddies. shoot me a PM if you're interested!
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
Hey all, I studied musical theater at a fairly prestigious university in Los Angeles several years ago (graduated in 2012, yikes). I was pretty good. Terrible dancer but great singer and actor. I became deeply depressed in my senior year and completely walked away from theater/acting/singing. That was 10 years ago. I'v…
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
I live in the LA market and I’ve heard that employers won’t hire someone if they know they’re an actor because they get the impression that they’d have to call out a bunch for auditions. People have told me it’s better to lie and not mention it at all, and just make up an excuse if I have to call out. What are peoples’…
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
I’m brand new to voice acting. I’ve been approached by a few people who have asked how much I charge for full broadcast rights. I’m obviously not complaining, but why do voice actors charge more for full broadcast rights? It’s no additional work so I guess I just don’t understand that. I’m looking to learn.
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
I have this actor that I idolize and I am now an actor myself and I’m not big enough to the point where I can make contact with them but I do have their managers contact info and I would seriously like to talk with this actor( they are not someone crazy huge they are at a medium spot of fame)I’ve emailed a while ago bu…
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
I am auditioning a lot (3+ times a week) for leads and series regs and not getting anywhere. I’ve been pinned for some big roles in the past but lately, since everything has gone on tape, it feels like I have been at a standstill. I want to get back to taking a class but with so many auditions it can be difficult to fu…
Reddit · 29 Jul 2021
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…
