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Reddit · 8 Jun 2021
or is the point of these roles so that actors have a way of getting into the union. also if the non union standing does make it more difficult, whats the quickest way to become sag eligible.
Reddit · 8 Jun 2021
I’m 24 years old. Went to school knowing I wanted to be an actor but got the “practical” degree and studied finance. While I was studying I made sure to take acting classes and stay involved in the theater department at the university in order to continue developing my craft. I did 7 plays while was there including one…
Reddit · 8 Jun 2021
Hi actors! I’m a lurking Equity stage manager and pre-pandemic Broadway worker. I saw a post in another sub about acting studios, and it ignited a passion of mine. That wasn’t the right forum for me to rain on someone’s parade, but I hope this is the right forum to spark a discussion that might actually help some peopl…
Reddit · 8 Jun 2021
I've never been into social media for myself. Primarily I used to use facebook to keep up with my friends, but that was about it. Recently I decided to create a Twitter account and have been following many VAs and enjoy their posts. But I always hesitate to post anything, either because I feel its irrelevant to the rea…
Reddit · 8 Jun 2021
I'm in the early stages of planning for a podcast project I'd like to hire some voice actors for. I'd like to make sure my expectations are reasonable and my budget is fair, but I'm finding tons of articles with contradictory information! Specifically, I'd like to know: 1) What's considered a reasonable price per hour…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
So basically, I made a discord server for actors with no one to read with in Self-Tapes, so no one has to miss any opportunities! This server will allow you to find people who will be willing to read with you. [https://discord.gg/wrbKzX7aGP](https://discord.gg/wrbKzX7aGP)
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
Hello everyone. I would like to let you know about two opportunities for items at a charity auction. This is for a 501c(3) horse rescue called "*Win Place Home*". **The auction ends on Saturday, 12 June at 8pm PST**. \~ [ZOOM **Voice Over Workshop** "Focusing on Acting for Animation and Games" with veteran Performance,…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
In the first part I’ll introduce myself, feel free to skip if you don’t want to read it: Hi, i am from Serbia, which is a small European country with even smaller amount of opportunities for people that are looking to act in movies/tv that are using english language. I’ve been doing some background acting, taking class…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
I'm talking about; Jack Nicholson, Pacino and De Niro; Newcomers in the early 1970s, and Legends by the 1980s/1990s. Has somebody like Brad Pitt reached the same level of Celebrity status/Acting acclaim? What about Leo? Has he been the biggest actor over the last 20 years? Will he be recognised as being on the same lev…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
Curious incident are auditioning for Christopher for their tour. Christopher is literally my dream role, as an autistic actor I’d love to play a character like me. He is an incredibly important character to me, one of the audition monologues is a piece I got an A* for at university (I know this means little, but still)…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
I'm a white actress and I currently have long brunette hair, my natural color. It's worth noting that I'm based in Spain, so most actors and actresses, like the general population, are white. Therefore, there's less variety when it comes to hair textures than what you might see in America or the UK. Also, I don't have…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
Are there are any parents of young children here with some advice or commiseration? I gave birth to a healthy girl last May in New York City during the height of the pandemic. While I didn't have to give birth in April when things were totally unknown, it was still extremely difficult. We weren't able to have any famil…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
When submitting yourself for roles found on Actors Access, is it best to upload media for the breakdown, or wait until you get an Eco Cast invite? I've heard mixed things from other actors. A couple told me that it is best to wait until you get the actual eco cast, because its $22 to upload media, and the video you cho…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
I applied to be part of a play and later found out that it was non union ( I am union) and unpaid. I considered that a play involved many days of rehearsals and then the actual performances in front of an audience. I love doing volunteer student short films, projects with the Kino movements, plays in which we split the…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
Hi everyone! As some of you may know, I recently started a theatre podcast that is primarily geared towards teen and young adult actors. This week we covered what is know in the community as the “Original Broadway Cast Did It This Way” syndrome. This is the idea that all subsequent productions of a show should be almos…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
when the idea sparked in my head to become an actor, I can't even remember what motivated me..I always loved TV, movies, the overall entertainment world. I was a big fan of Kevin Smith and his films. As I got older, I loved ranchy comedians: Superbad, Harold and Kumar, Knocked Up, Pineapple Express. I was a big Judd Ap…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
I feel like it's run by a lady with grey hair and glasses? I think the concept was that it's not *only* acting but more of an "industry mastermind group"? So it wasn't just actors, but also videographers and maybe even like... Production assistants? It may be called something "Tribe" or something short and snappy name?…
Reddit · 7 Jun 2021
Or is it all choreography? Like I notice some actors who hold a woman’s face a certain way in multiple movies/tv shows. Is they bringing their own to the scenes?
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I live near Savannah, Georgia. I am an aspiring actor and have what i believe to be a good idea for a show. Please get with me if you know anyone around the area who could be of assistance. Thank you!
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Hello, actors from Reddit I am a director in the making of a short film right now and some times i Just dont know what the actors are expecting from me. I am collaborative and will answer to any question with honesty. But sometimes, in the middle of the scene, i can see whats wrong but I cant explain what the actors sh…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I'm going to be spending one month in LA so I can try background acting for the first time. If anyone has any questions I can answer as I go through the process, please post them here and I'll answer them here. If anyone has any advice please post that as well. My situation is pretty unique so I'll post a description o…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Hello! Does anyone have experience with the Actor’s Edge Studio? I wasn’t able to find many reviews online, but I’m currently watching a free 9-hr course from him, and saw that his classes are $195 a month over a three month period. His classes are a bit cheaper than my current classes at the Margie Haber Studio, so I…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Naturally, I’m going to focus and practice both because I love doing both but it takes approximately 10,000 hours to become an expert at something and to do so quickly would take hours of practice every day (it would be kinda hard to do hours of practice of both and manage school.) So here’s where I’m at: writing is de…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
A while back when I started acting as a hobby, there would be some people that didnt think I was good enough. They wouldnt say it to me though, I would overhear it on set. I’ve had training but had to stop for a while due to work and the cost. I remember hearing “yeah, he can’t act”. Or this one that stuck close “he’s…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Any fellow Australians know where to find casting calls for student films/small indie films or any work that would accept an actor with minimal/no experience and has done some classes? (Other than Starnow and Facebook groups?)
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Because I love acting but if I don’t at film school I was thinking I would pay for someone to help me
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
To start, I am not an actor and do not have the skills or looks to become one, but I am a big movie fan and have always wondered what sort of salaries(just general really rough estimates) people make for certain roles. Its easy to find out how much stars and co stars of big block buster movies makes. But how much do th…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
This might be a dumb question but since most film schools have some form of a final year showcase component, or since students just like to film things for their portfolios - how do they often recruit actors? I’ve seen some on backstage etc but certainly not a lot. I live near several universities and I’m interested in…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I joined a scene study acting class about 4 months ago. I’ve put up a few monologues, and several scenes with other actors. I am still brand new to the acting world. But, I am wondering how soon should a beginner actor get headshots and begin submitting for auditions? Should I wait until I have more practice/time with…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
​ [The little girl.](https://preview.redd.it/ansr0itamn371.png?width=1280&format=png&auto=webp&s=d6b40961a6c08a46743e93fec4456517b620016c) You only have to read one line. That's it. I just need you to sound as child-like as possible. I'm willing to offer $10 USD to anyone interested. **Line:** "Look Jayden! It's…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I am an aspiring actor/model. I live in Savannah, Ga. I am willing to travel around Georgia, Sc, and Fl, for any jobs. Please let me know if any of you know any auditions or places to find open calls. Thank you!
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I'm curious how other actors deal with this, since this is something that continuously stresses me out and I'm trying to learn how to navigate it. (And I have not had to deal with this during the worst of the pandemic, so I think that may be why this is a new stressor.) We all know that auditions come in randomly, and…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
Hello! I haven’t done any background acting gigs in a while due to the mandatory quarantines a lot of casting agencies have been requiring conflicting with my regular job. But. I applied for several gigs now and got correspondence back on two of them. They are both asking if I’m available for the day of shooting. Since…
Reddit · 6 Jun 2021
I’m wondering if anyone has any suggestions on how to use social media effectively for business. I’ve had some minor success with generating leads just by commenting on production company posts, but nothing compared to what email marketing has done. Looking at the pages of other voice actors with more followers than I,…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
Hi! I'm only sixteen, and aspiring to join the film and acting industry here in the next couple of years and milestones of my life... Which leaves me with a world of questions, and the internet at my fingertips. And I've learned to use that to my advantage. Watching loads of shows I like, and then searching the web for…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
For those of you who've done background acting in LA, how would you say union background acting differs from non-union. Obviously the pay is different (seems to be substantially different) but what else are the other differences? Are the background jobs different (ie, I'd think you might get more funeral scenes or role…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
This might get lengthy how ever I am going to try and be simply cohesive for I may be spending too much time on r/trees But!! Heh.. I am wanting to get a full break down of the kind of programs that are either offered online and or near by me which is Atlanta. I kind of also want to introduce myself here I guess if tha…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
Hey all, I'm looking for voice actors for **SIX** **ROLES:** * *Two Thieves (M)* * *Fence (M)* * *Three Guards (M)* My script is short **(8 Pages)**, with the **Two Thieves** being the protagonists, and therefore have the **most lines** out of all the roles. **The Fence** is present for **two pages** of the script. **2…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
I’m wondering how do you guys go about emailing various agencies to seek representation? My current email spiel is “Dear whom this may concern, My name is \[NAME\]. I am \[AGE\] years old and I am interested in being represented by your agency in the acting industry. I am extremely driven and dedicated to working in th…
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
I am considering being an actor in the near future and wanted to hear from others some of the disadvantages of being an actor.
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
I wanted to share this really cool casting call I found! They're looking for voice actors, animators, and sound and video engineers. Check it out! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZXbOVS9xTY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VZXbOVS9xTY)
Reddit · 5 Jun 2021
Hey fellow voice actors, IDEA: Hey Fellow voice actors, so I just started a YouTube channel about self-improvement, art, and filmmaking. I’m thinking of having a voice actor to read out some of my poetry and potentially be a long-term connection. If you are interested please shoot me a Dm. And we can get started as soo…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
Is this mainly based on headshot matching character idea or do they take skill level into account or other materials such as a demo reel, previous credits, etc., into account? In other words, is it likely for a newer signed actress to get brought in for Series Regular roles without demo reel or even previous credits?
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
Hi this is something I've been weighing in my mind. Brief background: I am an engineering student that did 2 plays my final two semesters in college and immediately fell love. I got an offer with a tech company and currently I have the option to be in Portland or SF Bay area. I have a counter offer in consulting for At…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
Hey [r/acting](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/), The concept of 'competitive art' is inherently a bit lame - but since self tapes have become so important recently, I thought it could be fun to throw down. No entry fee or anything. I'm up for judging - if someone else wants to judge with me, I think two could work too…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
I want to share my experience with this sub to lift the weight out of my shoulders and to help myself cope with what my mind understands as a failure. I'm spanish. I come, as a lot of artists, from a very humble background. I have been working survival jobs to support my studies and myself for as long as I can remember…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
Been auditioning for the past year during covid. Started off with great auditions, consistently 2 or 3 a week. I’ve booked 2 commercials but have only even gotten one callback for a TV show. What am I doing wrong? Now it seems like I’m only getting 1 tv/film audition every 2 weeks and the motivation is dwindling. I use…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
So I've been reading acting techniques and some say acting is giving your all in regards to emotion and feelings and so you have to use yourself and your instincts and give it your all.Somewhere else i read that you cannot use your personal feelings that it might go out of control. I personally feel like using my emoti…
Reddit · 4 Jun 2021
p.s I’m actually autistic, adhd, schizophrenic, bipolar depression, and asthmatic.
