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Reddit · 25 Jun 2019
Not sure if this is an urban legend but I was told casting has the code of NPE - basically if an actress comes in, kicks ass, does an excellent job with the material, the interpretation of the material, and then you still can't cast her. and you wind up casting the 'talking model' - does this break your heart? ​…
Reddit · 25 Jun 2019
I'm in need of some advice. I've been having trouble getting auditions as many require a demo reel to even submit or to get noticed. I haven't done any projects which I would use to help pull a reel together. I need something that atleast shows how I am on camera and my acting range for auditions, casting directors, ag…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2019
If i have 13-14 theater (lead) credits, have a perfect British (central London) and American accent, have graduated from an acting high school (somewhere in Europe), starred in 2 movies as a lead and have some other skills (have done gymnastics and kickboxing for a long time + have gone through professional gun trainin…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2019
There is an actors cannon that most of us know but I wondered if anyone had any favorite overlooked, under the radar or stealth resources they love. My top would be[The Emotional Thesaurus ](https://writershelpingwriters.net/the-emotion-thesaurus-a-writers-guide-to-character-expression/) which is a writer’s tool that b…
Reddit · 24 Jun 2019
Hey guys, ​ Singer here ... I'm curious whether there are common vocal warmup routines used by male actors playing fairly old-fashioned, traditionally masculine roles? Think of something obvious like Ian Mckellen in Macbeth? ​ I'm studying the vocal techniques of several of my favourite singers (particula…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2019
So I am a newer active actor though I do have some good ammount of training in both acting and improv. I was recentily called for a inperson audition for the role of someone with the description of Nordic accent(swiss accent). As I am a half norwegian-american person(which I think may have impacted me being called afte…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2019
I‘ve been acting professionally for 20 years and have a pretty impressive resume with my name attached to those projects. At a meeting with a manager last week, all she wanted to talk about was my name and how it is not marketable for me. My name is Sean J Moran, I’m Puerto Rican and this manager said that it would ser…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2019
Hi everyone, I'll keep my background short and sweet: 24F, spent 2 fairly successful years in the corporate world, now after a series of events I realized that the only thing I ever want to do is acting. I don't even care about financial stability, or 'making it', whatever - acting is the one thing that got me out of m…
Reddit · 23 Jun 2019
I'm looking for other actors in London interested in the Suzuki acting method - anyone out there?
Reddit · 23 Jun 2019
I wanna be an actress and as I’m Asian my full name is hard to read. So I was thinking of just using my nickname “Sofia” without my last name “Pham” so instead of “Sofia Pham” I just go by the name “Sofia”. I was told no one does that as actors but as singers you can. For example “Zendaya” she’s an actress but she also…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
I have an agent, and I have graduated from university and drama school. I am 21 and I'm worried I will never make it; my agent is lovely, but not very big, and I didn't go to any of the fancy drama schools/universities. People like Emma Corrin (new princess Diana on The Crown) seem to be getting cast in things without…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
I really want to get into acting and try out for action roles. I know im pigeon holing myself by going for specific type of roles, but that is the whole reason why i love acting. I love the adrenaline rush, and the stunts you get to do, and embody characters that are strong,confident, and powerful! that and the fact th…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Actor David Proval (Mean Streets, The Sopranos) appearing on [Role Call,](https://www.instagram.com/rolecallpodcast/) a new podcast hosted by Raul S. Julia and Adam Cushman.
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Hi, I’m a 15 year old who has been acting for quite a while now and I totally love acting. But I want to know how long should an actor rehearse at home to prepare for their role. Some of my friends say they rehearse an hour , even 15 minutes, I don’t know how long I should rehearse for so Do you guys have any suggestio…
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Seems every photographer/coach/ anyone in the field is always telling me to be single. Not sure if they’re trying to ruin me or giving me the truth. but I dont really believe you need to be single to be successful as an actor ?
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Amazon doesn't ship to my country and it isn't available anywhere else here :( Does anyone here have it and is willing to share it with me? Thanks!
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Hi, everyone! I just recently put together my demo reel, and would like some opinions on if I should switch up the current order, and if so, what scene I should start/end with instead? Also, if you have any ideas on what other types of material I should put in, please let me know. Thank you so much! ​ My reel: […
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
Has anyone tried out this service? Has it worked for you?
Reddit · 22 Jun 2019
I know everyone hates Fiverr, but I've seen a lot of voice over demos there where the voice actor takes several TV commercials and removes the audio and then adds their own as if they were the original voice of the commercial. If you google the original commercial, you'll find that it's an entirely different voice and…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
I’m from Ontario, Canada and I moved to Toronto a few years back to go to school and hopefully get started on auditions again (I used to do lots as a kid.) As it does, life got in the way and I never ended up doing what I wanted to do. I’m at the end of my rope and I quit my job to pursue my dreams. It’s crazy, I know,…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
So far, I did not pay for anything on Actors Access. I see a lot of roles I can apply for, but I don't know if I should pay $2 for each application submission. There was one opportunity I was able to find outside the database on my own, and I managed to email my resume and headshots to the casting company (for free, of…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
Let’s say that I have a green card for the US and a resume large enough to sign with a top-tier UK agent. Most of the big agencies help many of their actors book US roles. I am an EU citizen though and have decided to start looking for UK/American agents unfortunately after Brexit which means I won’t be able to work on…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
**Looking at Pursuing Character Voiceover as an Australian Aspiring or Professional Voice Actor?** I'll be running two panels across the 13th and 14th of July at [SMASH! Sydney Manga and Anime Show](https://www.facebook.com/smashcon/?__tn__=%2CdK-R-R&eid=ARCOdPp1oZzk7AXEgZlxs1rPl1ENO5fJyBKzpnRhWc6lQnY0_BeYu1GFsVSnPoKH7…
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
Hi there! I'm a young actor/musician, and I'm wondering if it's normal / appropriate to have a dedicated music section in my resume where I would list all my work MDing/accompanying for the theatre. Thanks!
Reddit · 21 Jun 2019
I'm a beginner here so don't scold me please lol. I'm a 23 year old guy, and I've mostly only done local and school plays (as show business isn't really huge where I currently live). My drama teacher booked me an agent years ago, and that was the moment I knew this was what I was going to do for the rest of my life. An…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
If I am a film actor, do I need to take movement classes or is that only used for stage acting? In general, are there any times that stage and film acting overlap?
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Hi y'all. I think I can audition for a young character despite my age because my face looks like it hasn't changed since my high school days and I kinda have a youthful appearance. So, I was wondering if there's any advice y'all can offer for me to keep in mind before and during my audition. I know there are actors on…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Is it a good idea to read acting books before taking a class or is it best to go into the class blind? Some of the books that I was thinking of reading are “An Actor Prepares”, and “Audition”.
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
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 · 20 Jun 2019
I have the opportunity to join SAG through a principal role in a SAG-AFTRA short film (honestly not sure if the film would make me SAG-E or must join), but I'm not sure if I should join right now as I have no acting experience besides commercials/modeling work. My reel right now consists of a short beauty film/commerci…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Here's one of the best examples I've ever seen of how an actor can get a manager or agent's attention with an email - it certainly got mine! http://brianmedavoy.com/how-to-get-a-talent-agent-manager/
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Hey guys! Not really a question but I just started acting about a month ago and I have my first showcase in about 2 months in LA. Anyway, the scene I wanted to perform for the showcase was one from White Men Can’t Jump starring Woody Harrelson and Wesley Snipes (one of my favorite movies) but I was hesitant to choose m…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Hey, Is their any actors in Los Angeles working full time jobs while pursuing an acting career? If so what do you do? I am just curious because I know many actors work a bunch of part time jobs to make time for classes or auditions and wanted to see if juggling the two is possible since I am moving down there soon. &#x…
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Voice actors with hyphenated and/or long last names-- do you go by a shortened version of your name to make it easier for clients to find you? Is it a pain to deal with financial/legal stuff if your stage name is different from your legal name?
Reddit · 20 Jun 2019
Foreigner based in LA, 28, male looking to pursue acting. My goal is to quit corporate job next year around this time (can't right now due to immigration status). Aiming for July 1st 2020, more specifically. What is the best path for someone with no experience to start, assuming you don't have to work to support yourse…
Reddit · 19 Jun 2019
Hey everyone, I participated in a contest with a custom scene provided showing my Acting chops, check it out, let me know what you think! Give it a like if you can and check out the other Actors reels. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iZpUd8AnkY4&feature=youtu.be&fbclid=IwAR2yLaAVj3uFhPZu2mxjkvksK2pAsV7xjfOmvDRbVzIqpNG…
Reddit · 19 Jun 2019
Curious what pieces of media people would recommend for the actors' work in them - I recently saw Call Me By Your Name and I was super into it for that reason. ALSO I'm curious if anyone has any comedies that fit the ticket, since I feel like performances in them are often overlooked.
Reddit · 19 Jun 2019
Hi all, new to equity and am planning to go to my first EPA tomorrow that I don’t have an appointment for - I know there are walk-in slots, but how likely is it that I’ll get one? Those of you who’ve walked in before, did you have to wait all day as if you were non union, or was it pretty straightforward? I know it’s c…
Reddit · 19 Jun 2019
So I am obsessing over her work on this show. I was so curious to see what she would bring, and if her game would up the game of the other ladies. I believe her presence has - but as an actress I'm curious what you think the specific reasons are that makes her so.....GOOD? Every little thing from playing with the cross…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Hey r/acting, I’m an actor in South Florida, and as of recent years there just hasn’t been many auditions to go out for in my area. I’m early on in my career, with likely not enough credits to get an agent, but I’m coming to learn that there aren’t many auditions to build up a resume that are just open to find without…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Hey acting! hope you all are well. I love this forum and visit it frequently, thank you all for sharing your successes and questions! I'm a 25 year old Male, Los angeles based actoe. I was wondering. How do you keep moving forward? I take classes, have reps, taking care of my health. Yet I feel very stuck. things were…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
As an actor and writer, I am always on the hunt for a new project I would love to be in. Recently I realize my dream is coming true and Sandman is becoming a thing! I want to be in Sandman, as an actor, many of us have what we call our "Dream Role"- from what you can guess it's a role that we have always wanted to play…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
So I realized so many things about the voice over industry. I will just shoot them off really quick and then end with the BIG realization that you guys may not know. Regardless, I want to leave here with some honest thoughts, even though acting is all about lying to yourself and others... ​ So here goes. ​…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
I have noticed that when I get really uncomfortable, like a friend telling me about the passing of a loved one or something else horrendous, all I can do is smile. I hate myself for it, but I cant control it. I mentioned it to my therapist and she said it was a defence mechanism (I was beaten by my dad growing up) and…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Just wondering about people's personal experiences with auditioning. I recently had a commercial audition and was one of the very last people to go in, and this got me thinking; have you had more success being one of the first actors in the casting room that day or one of the last? I feel like the first one's can reall…
Reddit · 18 Jun 2019
Hi guys! I'm kinda scared to post this because people might think that I'm delusional and whatnot for wanting to be an actress because it's an ambitious goal/dream, but I think this subreddit might be the only place to ask. NOTE: I also checked out the sidebar and the FAQ post, but I was hoping for more personal advice…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
I can do a handful of voices. I’ll randomly do one and people are surprised and say something about doing voices. I never gave it much thought. Figured I would go on Reddit and see what people say. Something like “yeah just go to auditions and see if people like your sound” or “Just upload a video or sound bite of your…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
I'm a New York City based voice actor and I was looking for a coach or a class to further my journey into the world of voice acting. It seems hard to tell with these classes and coaches who's legit and i was wondering if anyone here had any recommendations for coaching or classes here in the city.
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
Hello there! First time pots here. I'm currently working as a commercial actor/model in Japan but looking to make my move back to the UK an pursue acting career. I have a few modeling head-shots and done a few short films but I am struggling to find my type and direction. *Processing img 6cozwo5d1u431...* ​ My h…
Reddit · 17 Jun 2019
So I was wondering this but didn't know where I should ask it. I'm currently watching a loving HBO's Barry. It's really like no other show I've seen before. Offbeat and humorous but also really serious and dark at time. This show can reach Parks and Rec levels of humor and Breaking Bad levels of suspense but it juggles…
