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Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Can someone explain to me Why this guy wasn't able to say the line with the same amount of emotion that I was saying it??? WHAT IS SO DIFFICULT ABOUT THAT?? WE TRIED IT 10+ TIMES!! ARE SOME PEOPLE SERIOUSLY NOT CAPABLE OF THIS??

**I first want to say that I'm not posting this to be 'stuck-up' or mean or anything like that, it's just a serious question i'm asking because i'm honestly a bit baffeled by this...** long story short, i have been looking for voice actors for a sims 2 scary movie im making for youtube. I always felt like acting was so…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Do I actually have a "gift for acting"?... I Seriously thought anyone could do this, but... what the heck??? are some people seriously not able to tap into the emotions like this/me??

**I first want to say that I'm not posting this to be 'stuck-up' or mean or anything like that, it's just a serious question i'm asking because i'm honestly a bit baffeled by this...** long story short, i have been looking for voice actors for a sims 2 scary movie im making for youtube. I always felt like acting was so…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

So..... why do so many shitty actors get cast in film and TV?

This is a question that has bugged me for as long as I've been an actor. How does it happen???? Every day I flip on my TV and continually see people who can't act their way out of a paper bag. How on earth do these folks manage to stand out amongst thousands of actors? Like, how did they even make it past a self-tape a…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Acting life outside of the big 3 LA, NYC, AT... is there even one?

For actors who are not so keen on those 3 cities (lived in 2 and vacationed a bit in the other), what are some real city options for us to grow our careers?

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

help about an impro audition I have tomorrow

So tomorrow I’m meeting with a casting director for a crime mystery game, they need actors to sell it to the customer and that it’s entertaining and impro is very important here. And she wants me to prepare for a scene. What kind of scene should I prepare for? Or should I just not prepare because again it’s improvisati…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Hitting a Roadblock. Need advice/guidance.

Apologies if this may be sporadic: Recently I’ve been feeling stuck in my work as a voice actor. I know it’s a little bit of everything as to why I’m not getting anywhere. I would need materials to make a new booth instead of my closet, better soundproofing. Might need new equipment: I have a RODE NT1-A mic, with an Au…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Can someone tell me a list of acting managers I can reach out to ?

I am a tv/film actress in NYC. Would love to know if someone can tell me about some acting mangers I can reach out to, so they help navigate me navigate my career. I’m really trying on my own but I would like to see what a acting manger can help me with.

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

Taking a Break? (Should I? How should I do it?)

Hi all, Feeling relieved to have found this thread! Am in need of some advice from people outside my group of loved ones... I'll share a bit about me to give some context before I get into my question. Thanks in advance for reading

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

I am a musical theatre actor who booked a “featured background” job in a movie musical. The role is bigger than I thought - is it inappropriate to use on my resume?

As mentioned in the title, I am a NY based musical theatre actor currently building my resume. I booked a featured background spot on a movie musical which I wouldn’t typically include in an acting resume. I recently learned however, that I will be fairly heavily featured to the point where I will be the love interest…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

I joined the Union too soon, what now?

My first booking happened to be an union commercial. Misfortune has befallen me during the filming day and I got injured during rehearsal... I still got my credit despite not having any of that commercial footage to use for future demo. My stunt friends encouraged me to join the Union asap. So I did. Only to realize to…

Reddit · 3 Mar 2023

How to find an agent?

Something of mine went viral a few years ago. I have been contacted by various producers, some actors and their reps, etc. about turning my thing into a movie. I have no clue what I'm doing. Some B list actor and his production company already tried to fleece me. I'm a very private person, so this is all weird for me.…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

Do I need to learn audio engineering to become a voice actor?

So I want to start doing voice acting work but I kinda hit a wall. I bought a USB mic and downloaded Audacity. I’ve recorded some things and they don’t sound great. I tried to make myself sound better but I ended up going down this rabbit hole of settings and effects. Do I just need a better mic or do I need to get a b…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

How do big international actors gets visas to work in America before they are famous?

I have read here that most CD's in America wont even hire unless you are a citizen or hold a green card. But when you read about big international actors who have made it they always just magically arrive in America and get roles. Whats going on?

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

I'm about to be 21

Hello. I have always loved films and have fantasized about directing them, but I live in a third world country where there's no in person education about cinematography here (or no where close) so I gave up on that dream. I think I'm falling in love with acting, but I don't know what do with that feeling knowing that i…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

The jealousy on this page is odd

I joined a little while ago as a new actor, I just read other posts to take in as much advice as possible, I love seeing people’s accomplishments since it motivates me. I have just noticed whenever someone posts something exciting there’s always a few downvoting or excusing them of bragging. some of you guys can’t stan…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

How To Beat The Looming AI Wave

The thought that AI might take away jobs for voice actors has become a big concern over the past year or so. There are some people that even feel that VO will be a dying artform because of it. To tell the truth I don't necessarily share the concern, but I do recognize that many people have the fear. If you are one of t…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

I'm a Professional Amateur! Help!

Hi all! I'm a character voice actor looking for advice on how to improve with my specific circumstance. I like to view myself as a talented amature. I've caught the attention of professionals at Voice Acting competitions- being hand picked during the preliminaries, but never making it past a single round of the finals.…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

Where do voice actors upload their reels and work?

I’m in the middle of creating some animations as part of a music project and want some of the dialogue performed for a mom character, but I’m struggling to find voices that suit. I tried looking in fiverr, but it’s mostly voiceover work rather than voice acting. I thought fiverr would be great because it would have peo…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

On a set, can an actor have another actor moved out of their trailer & into another one?

For example, let’s say that a tv show is being filmed & there is an A-list actor but they have a small role or cameo appearance. However, they don’t like their trailer so they want to switch with a lesser known actor who is the main character & face of the tv show for that season. The lesser known actor doesn’t want to…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

How can i have a steady voice?

I'm not a voice actor but i'm here to look for help to make my voice more steady, I'm well aware that your voice starts shaking and trembling when your nervous but that is not the case for me, I be just recording myself talking in my phone and my voice becomes so shaky that it sounds like I'm about to cry, this happens…

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

What’s the reason you got into acting

Me I was sitting around one day watching The Dark Knight and I thought Heath Ledgers performance as The Joker was amazing then it hit me I would become an actor and I would play The Joker I’m still working on playing The Joker but I’ve been in a few stage production

Reddit · 2 Mar 2023

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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 · 2 Mar 2023

Memorizing for an audition (self tape or in person). Yay or nay?

Some casting directors, etc are against it. They feel you should spend that time working on your character and nervousness about the lines can cause you to lose your character. Some seem to like it. What say you? EDIT - Some on here are taking this post to mean that I don't want to memorize. THAT IS NOT THE CASE. I was…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Do I become an Actor Or Artist, or can I be both.

I am battling a career decision, I've been doing art for years and I love it. But it doesn't feel like I'm living my life, how am shy and introverted but acting sounds exciting. I don't know what to do. Am I not trying hard enough, and how do I do these things... Thank you!

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Actor wanted, female, beautiful, between ages 20-23 ( or atleast look the part)

As described above im looking for a female to take on a short term role. It is paid. Pm me for more info. Must be in the UK, north region and willing to travel.

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Stage Monologues for character actors?

I (24F) am looking for stage monologues that can highlight my talents as a comedic/character actor. While I have comedic monologues in my repertoire, none of them really go beyond having good comedic timing. I’m looking for monologues with opportunities for physicality, funny voices, slapstick, etc. I just played Trinc…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

How to be more vulnerable?

Helloo! So I am a beginner actress and one problem I know I have is my inability to be vulnerable. My immense anxiety aside, I feel my inner voice always tell me to stop before expressing any kind of strong or vibrant emotion and that hesitation always leads to something inauthentic. Does anyone have any advice or exer…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Am I doing this for the wrong reasons?

Hey y’all, appreciate your time reading this. Lately I’ve been really humbled by the perception that I want to act because I want fame. I think perhaps this is an unhealthy mindset we can all slip into, and isn’t the motivation of every actor. Before, I have sensed that my motivation to act was to gain empathy for othe…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Don't know where to move!

Hey everybody! Throwaway account. I've been in NYC for a looooong time and I am looking to GTFO when my lease is up in a few months. Any suggestions on where to move? I have networks in LA and ATL but I can't make up my mind and need some advice. I'm a union actor with a handful of co-stars, lots of commercials over th…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Looking for Voice Actors for Gamejams

Hello, I'm a Gamedev from Germany with 7+ Years of Experience making Games. I am currently looking for Voice Actors interested in participating in a Gamejam. What's a gamejam? You get a limited amount of time and a theme that you have to make a game upon ( Mostly ranging from 2-9 Days ) Here are some of my past Game Ja…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

critique/feedback in class?

I am taking an acting class and will admit it has been a while. Over 1000 years ago in my conservatory drama school classes we would all offer constructive feedback on each other's work/scenes. We knew each other pretty well only 10 of us. In the class I took last week the instructor and the actors performing the scene…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

My acting coach had us play mentally disabled people in a scene

I’m in a beginners acting class and today the teacher gave us all a scene and had us portray both characters as having a mental/intellectual disability. My gut had a bad feeling about this as she gave us no tools on how to portray it genuinely and authentically so it felt like we were all playing caricatures/mocking th…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Thoughts on Comedy and Drama Actors

Just a thought I've had with many people who love acting, thought I'd share it here and see what people think, their opinions/examples, and counter points: ​ I have always found it interesting how some actors who are really famous for comedies always do dramatic roles so amazingly well. But the same can not be s…

Reddit · 1 Mar 2023

Is the artist "Soup-erb" with voice posts?

I'm an amateur voice actor and I'm looking to build up some work, posts for social media, and proof that I actually make stuff. I recently saw one of Soup-erb's (@ "its\_soup") comics on twitter and thought about making a voice post, but I wanted to see if it was okay first. I couldn't find anything, but I've also scan…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Filing Taxes as an Actor

Does anyone have any pointers/tips for filing taxes in this profession? What kind of things do you write off?

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Acting classes in USA for European actors

Hello, I'm an italian actor and I'm looking for acting classes that do not last too long (like 4 to 12 weeks) in the US and that are open to non-US residents. I would like to spend a short period of time in the US to understand the industry, to enhance my acting skills with someone I could never meet here in my country…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Deciding between two actors for a lead role?

I'm having serious difficulty deciding between which actor I want for a lead role in my film. The role is for a highly functioning autistic 18 year old who branches out socially after being "adopted" by an extrovert. There are two actors that I really love for this role and I've had three rounds of callbacks already. T…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

How to do buisness?

I know there is a lot of professtional actors in this group, and I need advice. Is it worth pursuing acting if you aren’t great at the social and buisness side of things? I’m currently in my last year of my Drama degree, and I love acting. I love acting more then anything else in this world, and I think I’m pretty good…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Gravity of Acting

[Gravity of Acting](https://gravityofacting.substack.com) "Gravity of Acting" is a newsletter for actors written by an actor, about the physical and emotional demands of the acting industry, the role of actors in society, and ways for actors to stay healthy and grounded while pursuing their careers. ​ https://pr…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Child Actors actually being able to act.

I feel child actors ability to act gets worse & worse as years go on. Not just at acting but especially at comedy. Nowadays it seems kids say big words really loud and that's supposed to be funny. Back in the day some child actors really had acting ability and actual charisma at a young age, which I think what was so i…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Scenes cut…I need advice

Hi everyone, this is my first time posting here. I was a series regular on a NU TV series 2 years ago that finally released on a small streaming app last week. I worked SO hard on this project and fell in love with my role. I had a lot of great scenes and several very deep emotional scenes (crying on cue). I was so pro…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Advice: Balancing Career and Artistic Passions

Hey everybody. I (M/25) have performed in theater productions and concerts for a very long time throughout middle school and high school. I began college as a musical theater major but eventually transferred and changed my major once I did. People tell me all the time that I have a really good singing voice and that I…

Reddit · 28 Feb 2023

Canadian moving to LA?

Im an aspiring Canadian actor and I want to move to LA. I wanna work in LA and audition. How can I obtain an O1 visa without any extraordinary achievements. Also I have heard CDs dont consider anyone unless they have a green card or citizenship. What are my options besides staying in Canada and trying here?

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

How do Actors in Vancouver make it to Hollywood? Do they have to move in order to get roles?

I’m just wondering how they’re able to make it big if they’re living here. Or do they have to move first? Can you get an agent in LA and live in Van? I’m not an actor, just curious.

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

How do big TV actors get their roles?

I am a bit new to everything, and was just wondering how actors involved in bigger TV shows typically find their roles. I'm thinking shows like last of us, yellowjackets, etc. I understand they have agents and are in the union, but do these agents find the work off sites like "Actors Access or Backstage", or do the cas…

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

Anyone here have experience with Luber Roklin?

I have been working with Luber Roklin for a bit now. I am curious to see what other actors' experience are with them (current and past). Please comment or private message.

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

Submission services in London similar to actors access?

Hello! I’m an nyc based actor but have dual citizenship and would love to know if there’s a service equivalent to actors access/casting networks for projects in England? I don’t have an agent here or there but would love to spend some time doing non-union stuff in the uk!

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

Reminder to be careful with scene partners

So today I was performing a scene for someone else’s class where I was supposed to grab another actor out of anger and forcefully shake her a bit before shoving her and walking away. The brief rehearsal and first two takes went fine, but on the third take, after I performed the action and walked away, I look back and t…

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

Further Understanding Actors Access

Does anybody have a link to a YouTube video that shows what actors access looks like from an agent’s/casting director’s perspective? I want to further understand the audition process so I think It’d be interesting to see what happens before/after an eco cast is sent.

Reddit · 27 Feb 2023

Any benefit in background work?

Hello all, Agency mentioned a background role on a commercial with potential for principal and print opportunities once on set, said yes thinking of building connections with the specific casting director (usually used background actors down the line as principals) , but issue im having is having to call out of regular…