Reddit · 16 Dec 2020
What emotion is the most difficult to portray?
Or does it just vary by actor? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/kelexw)
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Tips for Networking in the Film Industry
If an actor is brand new in the industry and has zero connections, how do they find not just screenings and festivals but also the parties? A lot of actors have met acting managers, agents and directors at parties, so I guess that’s where the opportunities could be at. Are there any parties that happen often in LA and…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
When should you join actors access/imdbpro
Hi all. I’ve got no professional experience, only taking classes for now until I feel ready to start auditioning. I am very passionate about all forms of acting, but I have a special place in my heart for film. I plan to start with local theatre, because there are six great ones within an hour of me. Later on, I want t…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
page, group, subreddit for amateurs acting
Do you know any subreddit, facebook group or other social networks, or maybe tiktok tag where amaterus actors, show off their acting skill with some monologue or something?
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Building confidence, acting skills, talking skills?
Hi, I’m a little 20 year old with average social skills, average acting skills, average talking skills, somewhat ok confidence. Honestly I would love to become an actor. So, Could a thing like masterclass be worth investing my money in and would it make my acting skills improve? How could one improve on all things need…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
How many different headshots do you have on Actors Access?
I have a friend who’s already decently established and I saw her actors access page and she has multiple headshots and slateshots. I know it’s good for versatility reasons, but I also know some people with only a few. Currently I’m paying for plus but only have the two free and one free slateshot. The second free one i…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Question about resume advice I just came across in a book.
I'm currently reading a book about the business of acting and came across some advice on resumes I'm not so sure about. The author mentioned including "sample work stills" on your resume. These are small photos of you acting as different types of characters in different productions, to be placed on the right-hand margi…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Looking to network with fellow stunt actors in Los Angeles!
I've been training for stunts for about half of the year so I have no real experience of doing stunts on set yet but I'd like to connect with other aspiring and/or already experienced stunt actors within the LA area to possibly train with (safely of course) and network :)
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Watch what you post on social media
Pretty obvious you’d think... There’s a female in my local market that is becoming very well known for all the wrong reasons. Her posting history on Facebook to all the local market acting pages or filmmaking pages is a wreck. It’s a mix of several things but mostly either, “how dare anyone ask people to work for free…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Need advice on how to convince my theatre professor to connect me with his colleague for talent representation
ALRIGHT this is quite the read, but here's my predicament everyone (and I sincerely thank you in advance for any input/advice you provide). I'm an aspiring actor (african american male, 23) looking for a specific role to audition for and I have reason to believe they are either casting now or VERY VERY SOON. I unfortun…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Quick question
Is it just me or did a lot of the successful well know actors not take much acting classes or major in drama or MT. Some people like Kevin hart, Tom cruise, Dwayne Johnson...etc
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Toronto Actors - Have you had experiences with Noble Caplan Abrams? I have heard mixed
Hey actors! I am currently thinking of switching agents and was thinking of applying here along with others. I heard mixed reception. A friend of mine said the agents had a big attitude and kept telling him to lose weight and would get very critical. Another told me they were very aggressive but not in a healthy power…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Experienced community theater actor wondering about going further. Looking for advice!
Hey acting friends. This is something that has been on and off my mind a lot in the last couple of years and I figured I'd reach out and see what r/acting's take on it is. I've been a community theater actor for the last 8 or so years, since I was 25. I've been in 14 productions of different genres (mainly comedy, but…
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
Why is it that the vast vast majority of successful working actors either began very young and worked their way up and didn’t have to go to college, or they went to college for acting/theatre?
It’s so rare for me to see any actors not in either category. Yet so many on this sub say to not go to college. Why?
Reddit · 15 Dec 2020
looking for young actors, London based
Was wondering whether there are any young(15-19) actors London/UK based. !not for a specific project! As an aspiring actress myself, I find it quite hard to find people to talk to about my goals/dreams (acting wise), and I was just looking for someone to have a chat about their current situation and their plans for the…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
SAG-AFTRA
What's up fellow Actors! I'm pretty new to the acting scene & am ineligible to even apply for SAG-AFTRA membership but I'm curious to know how you members' experiences have been with the union? I ask for a few reasons and mainly the #1 golden rule. I've not yet been cast in any professional TV/Film serious or movie so…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Under representation
As an Asian America looking to be come a successful actor, I have realized just how under represented my race is in the industry. Lead roles predominantly go to white or colored actors. It is kinda of weird for me to see only 3 real Asian American actors that have received big roles I just thought it would be nice what…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Re: Actors / vaccines
I'm a theatrical representative in LA who has been in the business for 16 years. Recently, I have been hearing several actors mention to me how they plan to avoid getting a Covid vaccine when the time comes. Some have given me the typical conspiracy-theory, anti-science reasoning and a few others just seem to be too un…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Actors in Dallas, TX ! Need your help!
Hello! I’m new to reddit ! I have searched for some community theaters in Dallas and nothing is available due to covid. I have zero experience. Starting completely from nothing. Is there any places where I can take traditional acting classes? Should I be looking into a community college? Online classes? I really want t…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Some thought about Katie Leung who portraied Cho Chang in happy potter movies
I saw a lot of post about open casting calls etc. and the only result is that even there are open casting calls, the ones who go there usually are people who has studied in some drama school, or got some experience. And if you have no experience at all, it's impossible to get in. But what about Katie Leung? Seems, that…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
How do you create the voice for a character from audition directions?
Just a bit of advice that I got from an VO audio engineer friend of mine. I've heard that auditions for projects, particularly in Los Angeles, often only include worded descriptions of each character in any given project, occasionally an image is given along with the description of the character, but not often (can som…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
How do I make the most of my classes?
So I'm currently studying in one of the best acting academies in my city--some really successful actors from my country have studied there. I'm currently one month into my classes, but I'd really like to know how I can take full advantage of my classes. What attitude and approach should I have when entering class? How…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
hellooo
hi i found this subreddit and hope i could use it as a learning experience and i do hope to become a voice actor someday , and i also have a question . I was told i would never be able to become a voice actor because my voice is rough due to tonsillectomy but im able to make it slightly smoother than it is. question is…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
SPEED SCENES
Hey guys it's me again. I have a question and a request for you guys' opinion on something. I'm a local ATL actor and I'm going to try out this company called "ATL Speed Scenes". They come recommended by someone I trust to deliver high quality footage. They're going to write 2 original tailored scripts for me, shoot th…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Reaching Out To Directors?
Hey fellow actors, I recently saw a book on tips on getting more auditions. One of the tips was to reach out to directors in your area and shoot them an email and send them your info and essentially market yourselves to them. Has anybody ever done this? Or with casting crew? Or anybody in the business?
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
It Only gets Worse - Bathroom episode
This is to spotlight the actors who helped with our show... Yadira barreto, Samantha Betancourt, and Mehra park. Hopefully they can get work from our low budget project. If any of you want to know about our show and how you can be part of it, message me. Always looking for actors here in LA. [https://www.youtube.com/wa…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Actor Access Eco Cast
Hello, so recently I had auditioned for this movie and a couple days later they sent a eco cast out wanting some tapes from me. So i had a couple questions. Do the casting directors just send eco cast out to anyone who auditions or do they go through and pick out certain people. Also when do you think they would watch…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Social media for actors who don’t like social media
So, I’m tryna get off social. Clear my head and I never really cared about followers or what people are doing so much. But in this day and age I keep seeing that you have to advertise yourself on social media, Instagram I can understand, but tik tok? Seems tik tok is just a quick way to get famous for just dancing and…
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
How can I become a voice actress?
Hi I am 15 years old and I really want to guest star on Bobs Burgers and Cyberchase? But what do I do? Do I need to do a variety of voices? Someone please help me!
Reddit · 14 Dec 2020
Help: What is the acronym for Actors who sign a contract and are not allowed to talk about it.
This is driving me mad. Its a 4 letter Acronym and its for people who are in the film industry that are under contract and legaly not able to talk about the work they are doing at the moment.
Reddit · 13 Dec 2020
My voice in acting
I’m a 17 year old male. I am currently working on my craft as a film actor. The thing is, I have a somewhat feminine voice and it’s making me really self conscious about what I sound like when I act. I will most likely start auditioning in 2021 and I’m nervous that my opportunities will be affected. It’s not super femi…
Reddit · 13 Dec 2020
Worries of a French actor that would like to play in North American movie productions...
Hello fellow actors, I could really use some insight here. Here's the gist: I'm French, 27 almost, caucasian. 2 years ago I decided to move to Toronto with a work permit to try acting. I took many classes, did a bunch of students/low budget projects, I was actually relatively successful and I believe in all honesty I d…
Reddit · 13 Dec 2020
is anybody in NYC available to read for me via FaceTime?
I have this short and simple co-star tape due in a few hours... is anybody available to read today via FaceTime? I'm happy to return the favor for you in the future! honestly would love to get a group of actors in / around Brooklyn / NYC to help each other out with tapes like this, super shitty being stressed out tryin…
Reddit · 13 Dec 2020
NY LA market jobs
Idk if it’s only during COVID Bc most auditions are Zoom now, but can u live in either of those places and get auditions in the other city? How likely are you to get auditions that cover travel expenses? And what kind of agents handle clients on both coasts? Also how is the NY market these days? For actors or other set…
Reddit · 13 Dec 2020
Dealing with being jealous of "lucky" people
Hey guys I noticed myself being a bit bitter about the fact that people can get lucky and become famous/influential overnight. I was thinking about the Ms Marvel casting and how that actress (no hate intended) didn't have any experience beforehand. I just feel that it's unfair that people can get cast without any exper…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
Looking for chill young adult female VA
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SFMVYxjm8D3QIBgBoJkrNT3X6C5SorkJH13LUsCHfmM/edit Above is the link to the pilot of the show, incomplete as of yet. The final product will be ~11 minutes. I need a nonchalant, casually cool voice actress for Nyx. It’s a $75 dollar job. Please DM me a recording of you saying a line or…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
Going from Actor to Filmmaker or vice versa?
Which is easier and makes more sense: Going from Filmmaker to Actor OR going from Actor to Filmmaker? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/kbiv6u)
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
Senior Thesis Project - Looking for Actors
Hi! I'm creating a senior thesis project documenting the process of creating theatre virtually during these restricted times. I am directing an original play over Zoom and am looking for actors! I have organized a production team of individuals who have worked on virtual productions previously. This is a non-profit pro…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
AMA: Seeking questions about acting
Hi everyone! I'm planning to make a podcast (beginning production in mid-2021) about acting (main focus) and related professions (eg: directing, producing, screenwriting/playwriting, dialect coaching, etc.) to answer important questions my audience and I have. I'm planning to have a lot of different guests with a diver…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
If the only way to get an agent is through having professional credits or them spotting you at a class or showcase, but you can only afford college for acting due to financial aid, then shouldn’t you pursue college?
I always hear people say to “go to acting class” and that “you don’t have to have a college degree in acting to be successful”. But what is the alternative if you can’t afford to attend acting classes? William Esper, Stella Adler, Groundlings, American Conservatory Theatre, etc. all but never provide aid and scholarshi…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
The Undoing (of casual viewing)
I finished The Undoing and thought it was amazing like I'm sure many of y'all believe, but I've heard a growing sentiment of not enjoying the ending. I thought the acting elevated the story (even if you could see it coming from a mile away), but I feel I'm looking at with 'artist eyes'. Anyone else have opinions about…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
When you book acting jobs or you’re in the running for a role so you have to take time off work, does your job allow you to take, say, a week off or do you resign jobs over and over?
I’d like to hear how you personally, as an actor while working a survival job, do this? Like, the only kind of job I can think of that would allow you to leave work for a week, a month, or several months would be that of an acting/dance/musical theatre college professor. I’m trying to understand how you work while also…
Reddit · 12 Dec 2020
Juilliard Drama Audition Tips!
I auditioned for Juilliard’s drama program recently, and I know quite a few actors from the school who’ve graduated in the past one to five years, all of whom are now signed with the Big Four (CAA, ICM, UTA, and WMA) and have successful acting careers. Here are some tips to increase your chances of at least getting a c…
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
Am I going overkill with my equipment?
Hello! I'm an aspiring voice actor and I started my voice-over journey in May of this year. I've recorded all my audio on my phone microphone since I started. I'm now planning to upgrade my setup into something more professional but on a budget. I have about 250$ and this is what I'm planning to buy: -Audio Technica AT…
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
Considering all the recent Disney+ news, how do you think this could impact non-famous actors?
I mean, the title pretty much sums it up, but I just saw all the announcements and couldn’t stop thinking about how they own almost everything now, and all of these new projects starring well known actors, and I began wondering if this could result in less opportunities for those actors that haven’t made it to Hollywoo…
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
Why would an actor choose to leave a top-tier agency, like Paradigm, CESD, or APA, to go to the Big Four (CAA, WME, UTA, and ICM)?
Like, obviously I know it’s a good career move. But why exactly? Wouldn’t the former agencies get the same breakdowns/auditions for their clients as the Big Four?
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
Do big movies post their roles or is it just invites to major actors/actresses?
I’m asking because I’m curious how it works. Obviously they don’t post on like Backstage or AA (or if they do, I’ve never seen it). Is there somewhere else they post it? For example, Disney announced today that they will be making a Fantastic Four movie. Do they post somewhere for all the roles? Or just invite actors/a…
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
So I saw that sign there that said that there was no stupid questions....
I am 26. I have no acting experience except for in middle school when I took one semester of beginning drama and then moved up to advanced before the next semester(boo-yah huge upgrade). Sorry for the run-on sentence!! Here goes... How do I become an actor?
Reddit · 11 Dec 2020
Will you be my Zoom psychic?
I am looking to find an improv actor who can pretend to be a psychic on a Zoom call... A little background, we are a group of friends from high school and now are all in our mid 30s. Every year, I organize a trip for our group of friends to reconnect around this time of the year. We are going to reunite over zoom this…