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Reddit · 27 Jun 2020
Why do some people call themselves "commercial actors" and what's the difference? ​ Obviously commercials can be the easiest money so are "commercial actors" only in it for the money and have no interest in theater?
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
People have been telling me that I should get into comedy acting and I've been thinking about it for a while. I only had acting lessons as a kid. I'm a 23-year-old female stand-up comedian and satire writer with my own satire website. I've done a few skits/podcasts and have become typecast in my community as the "deadp…
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
Alright so this is gonna be long but if you could even answer one of these questions, I would be so grateful! I'm a just-graduated high school senior and the original plan for after high school was to move to Chicago and study at Chicago College of Performing Arts to get my BFA in Acting. I'm conflicted now because the…
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
I am thinking of killing myself if I can’t act. I have been sidelined by life and I have worked so hard to even get to a point where I have a realistic chance of devoting to acting full-time, I have worked for years, more than a decade, but I just don’t know if I can take it anymore. Painters can paint what they want,…
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
https://twitter.com/_meghanlame/status/1276380142693163008?s=21 If you’d like to start with this tweet to see what I’m getting at here with backstage ^^^^ This took two seconds to google and find. It’s literal unpaid, porn. I’m sick of shrugging it off and hearing “its the internet
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
I was fortunate enough to get the well known Shep Wallace to sit down and walk me through his best advice landing any role. The podcast is on Anchor but also on many other platforms like Spotify and iTunes [https://anchor.fm/actors-guild](https://anchor.fm/actors-guild)
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
I watch the same commercials, tv and movies all the time. I can do that! I can read the lines, do the voices, act on a grand stage. Yet here I am, security for people who don't give a rats patootie and quite frankly scream profanities at me daily. I just, I used to do acting in high school, I'm about to be 23 I had an…
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
I, like many others in this subreddit, am really passionate about acting and film. I do like to occupy myself with stories from things such as movies, tv shows, books, and also video games. I got a little interested in the voice actors in video games and saw how they recorded the cut scenes within the game. They use mo…
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
I’m deciding wether to get into formal acting and have a question, how long are the hours? Let’s say that I was a regular on a TV Series Or supporting actor in a movie, how long does shooting take?
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=3oK81ko9KR8 I need a voice actor like in this video for my ep. I would pay of course. Has to be japanese. Thanks
Reddit · 26 Jun 2020
My one goal is to say some shit into a mic and have a good time. So, where do I go and how do I get into this? Ps I'm currently living with my dad, and since we're all locked in the same house at the moment I can only do this kind of thing when the stars align so I'm not looking to do any series or anything like that.
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
So I’m a young actor just starting my career. I graduated last spring with a BFA in Acting from a smaller, Philly-based school. I got a local agent in my state (Jersey) a few weeks after graduating and have been auditioning and working sporadically ever since (until the world shut down). I booked 3 commercials, 1 of th…
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
Could you just be a “natural” actor. Obviously you can take classes but would a studio be willing to cast you if don’t have a acting degree?
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
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 · 25 Jun 2020
Hi all, I’m just curious about which country in the title is best for a working actor. I’m 20 and currently living in Australia, have only done some extra work, school productions and a handful of commercials, as well as attending some drama school auditions for what it’s worth. I have a British passport as well an Aus…
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
Hey is anyone looking for voice actors for fan dubs of cartoons? I'm currently working on a fan dub of DBS but I've got plenty of spare time on my hands
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
Apologies if posts like this have gone by a million times. I was hoping to find some sort of FAQs but apparently not! Or I missed it... I'm trying to upgrade from casual streamer to (at least semi-) professional voice actress with a few jobs lined offering scope for many more. With that in mind I need to upgrade by rec…
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
Hi all, I was wondering If I could ask a few questions about getting an agent. I am a 19 year old male. I know that they are the key to success in almost all cases. You get an agent, you get auditions. I'm just not sure how to go about getting one. I know they like headshots, demo reel, and a resume. I've got all these…
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
I miss the stage and acting in general...been rough, but how is everyone else fairing? (I'm only part-time "freelance" community actress, so no big gigs/ agents for me).
Reddit · 25 Jun 2020
I don't want this post to get political in any way, but I was hoping to get some thoughts from some fellow Voice actors on Jenny Slate's decision on leaving the show Big Mouth because of her belief that Black characters in cartoons should only be voiced by other black people. I fear that this could set a dangerous pres…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
I’m seriously considering getting into an acting career down the line. But even if I do grow really successful, the thought of such exposure and fame scares me. People will be super interested in my life and digging up all this information on me. I love the craft but man, being famous or even just a celebrity would be…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
I am a working actor (NYC), and have always loved working with kids and the idea of being involved in children's television (as a host, or an actor, or a creator). I guess because of how big an impact PBS shows had on my lifetime. Does one just continue to audition and this is something that might eventually come up? O…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
Anybody know if I can get a refund for my remaining annual subscription to these sites? I'm fine taking the financial hit for the past few months, but it's getting silly to continue without getting the value that I paid for. Anybody have any info/experience?
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
Hey, wondering if there are Florida based actors who can give me the rundown of Florida talent agencies. I've submitted to a few and the responses have been great, just wanna see if some are more reputable than others and whatnot. Any help would be appreciated.
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
hey guys, so ive been wanting to be an actress and do acting since i was about 7 and ive always just lived the idea of it. I don’t want the fame , it’s because I just love the idea of becoming someone else for a short amount of time and having an amazing cast and crew and it’s just a lot of fun. I know I can take the r…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2020
I am not a voice actor, or aspiring to be one, but I've had this question on my mind forever: To sync the visuals and the audio of a character talking, do the voice actors watch clips and sync their script to the animation, or do voice actors record the script and then the animators match the visuals to the audio? Or i…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2020
I’ve found Meisner and Strasberg to be the most effective. I do like Stanislavsky and chubbuck But I’ve found I’m more of an impulsive actor. I like to go on impulse in the moment and use my inner dialogue, but I feel when it comes to characters sometimes I just need that extra work. I will do the script work and work…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2020
I’m a mid 20’s male actor and I’ve received feedback from a director that he can see I have walls put up. He asked me to dig deep into my emotions and get out of my head. I am just looking for those who have experienced this, the best ways they’ve been able to over come / deal with this. All advise appreciated thanks :…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2020
I'm thinking of applying to Julliard but I am not sure if I will have the opportunity to work as an actor in USA after I graduate. (I am from country Georgia, not the state!). How does visa requirement work? Do you get 12-month OPT after you graduate? Is that enough time for a student to get an acting job in USA? How d…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2020
I am moving to the UK. My citizenship will be processed soon, if that makes any difference. I would like to train as an actress in the UK. I have no professional experience, though I do have some training as well as professional dance and modeling experience in New York City -- both in the fashion and commercial realm.…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2020
Hey, im a 16 yo and I would love to become a voice actor, even just for fun. my question is: Where do you find the applications? I've heard many va recieving them by mail but how do you get started? What's the 1st step? Honestly it's just a passion and I never even tried recording bits but trying is always a good idea
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
So apparently you can only get an equity card if you're American, international actors can't get their equity card unless they have a green card. But there are Broadway performers who are internationals and don't have a green card, does anyone have an idea on how they were able to get their equity card without being Am…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
What's going on everyone! I'm a professional voice actor out of NYC and as you all know the pandemic has hit the area here fairly hard. Most of the auditions I'd been getting from prior to the pandemic have dried up fairly substantially from my agency, although over the last two weeks or so I've seen a decent uptick in…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
I’ve been dreaming for a start and if any small company needs a teen voice actor I’ll do it for free really anything to start if anyone gets interested I’ll but myself a blue snowball ice
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
Hey guys, in the beginning stages of my VO career. Carefully deciding where I need to invest and where not to. Got some solid acting training, and will still invest in valuable classes with notable VO coaches. Looking to build more animation / character experience, as I’m primarily commercial ATM. I can sing as well, a…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
it's just the more years I waste, and yes it feels like a waste at this point since I seemingly have no control over it, chasing this, the more I realize how absolutely fucking horrible the odds are of any of this. I have seen way too many untrained 22 year olds get top agents and not have to struggle at all, and too m…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2020
Hello! I am hoping I have found the right subreddit for this. I am looking for a male actor (who sounds above the age of 30) that would be willing to record one (very) short scene for my film project. This is unpaid because I have no money, but I'm proficient in Adobe Creative Suite so if you needed something designed…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2020
hello everyone ! I hope you are well. I was reading about the ways people could get Equity memberships and one of them is through the EMC program. Could somebody tell me about it if they have the information, I have a couple of questions. 1. Can international actors get the card through the EMC program? 2. How does the…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2020
Hey guys I know this might sound stupid.But could some describe to me the path one has to take to become an actor. Do I have to go to school and go through theater training? Should I just take classes instead? And what after I get ejected? Thank you for your answer.
Reddit · 21 Jun 2020
Seeking actors and actor/singers, a technical director skilled in creating magic with online streaming, visual artists, a composer skilled with Latin music styles, a stage manager (Bilingual Spanish is a plus), & a Spanish/English interpreter to devise 3 new Zoom plays each based on the life of a Chelsea resident. Audi…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2020
I'm an aspiring actor... looking to take some acting classes soon once it's safe to do so where I'm from. I've always wondered how do actors memorize their lines? I'd like to say I have a good memory. But, I've always been scared thinking what if one day I get a recurring or even a main role on a tv show & have to memo…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2020
I have recently moved back to my hometown in Texas after spending the last 6 years acting and filmmaking in LA. In August I'm moving to Austin and was curious if there were any Austin, TX actors on this sub who could recommend any theaters/companies, classes, or improv groups for me to sink my teeth into when I get the…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
Hey friends, I'm updating my voice over demos this summer and I wanted to find some really good animation and character demos to take notes from. Are there any from well-established actors that inspired you? Which demos are your favorites? Thanks!
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
hi!!!! newbie here seeking advice. I’m a Chinese-Canadian turning 18 in two months, and I decided to take some risks and try to submit to some acting agencies since high school is now officially over. i still haven’t fully decided if I am going to attend UBC or U of Toronto (for humanities/film studies), and am also co…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
I have a problem where every time I do an audition I always think it’s not good enough and will do so many takes that I start to hate the spot I’m auditioning for. No matter how many times I do it, I always think it sounds fake or there’s some noise my mouth makes, just something that will make whoever I’m submitting i…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
I've wanted to be a voice actor for awhile now but the only thing going for me is my interest to do so. I have no experiences, no resources, no connections, no money for training. So seeing as most of you probably started with nothing, like me, how did you guys start your voice acting career?
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
Those who are interested have surely seen the HardTalk BBC interview with Ian McKellen, where it's finally revealed why McKellen turned down the role of Dumledore. He says because: >I couldn’t take over the part from an actor who I'd known, didn't approve of me. But the interviewer, just prior to that says the followin…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
With things opening back up prematurely, it is important to know that any live auditions you take are YOUR CHOICE and yours alone . The government does not get to decide when it is “safe” - you do. Your agent should not get mad if you book out of a live audition due to safety concerns. Casting will not blacklist you, i…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
Hi im an amateur voice actor whos been lurking on this sub for quite a while and i just gotta say i love the positive attitude that a lot of people have on here as well as the kindness thats shown to up and coming amateurs and thought id post this. Im actually making a discord server that i openly encourage people of t…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2020
I'm a young actor with a newly-found interest in Shakespeare. I'm particularly interested in Shakespearean meter. However, beyond the basic idea of iambic pentameter, I can't seem to understand scansion. Like how do I know if a foot is to be read as an iamb or a trochee? (Like how do I recognise the exceptions to the i…
