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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023
I am 25 years old and have been acting only since 2019. I am going for my first MFA audition in a weeks time at one of the major MFA programs on the East Coast. I'm being vague for privacy's sake ofc. I have three monologues prepared to present. Shakespeare, a modern comedic piece, and Chris from All My Sons . I feel a…
Reddit · 21 Jan 2023
I audited a beginner “On Camera” class (virtual) with a well-respected acting school. I have never acted before. I enjoyed drama in high school (long ago), and I enjoy public speaking/presenting. The school quelled my concerns about having absolutely no experience and that all were welcomed. When I audited the class th…
Reddit · 21 Jan 2023
Next week I'm filming a small role opposite the lead, who goes by a nickname (not a stage name). His Wikipedia page shows his actual name. What's the etiquette here? I guess the safest thing to do is to call him whatever he says when I shake his hand and introduce myself? How does this work in general, for actors who a…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
After 2 (mostly) rough years, 2022 was the first year I was able to make the majority of my income as a SAG performer in LA. I did quite a bit of BG work, but I was also fortunate enough to finally try my hand at being a stand-in and (almost literally) stumbled my way into being a stunt performer for a day. **/humblebr…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
I'm not an actor, and I've seen and heard of 'Shakespearean trained' actors my whole life without ever actually knowing what that involves. What do they actually teach you in that school of acting? What makes it different from anything else?
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
Any successful actors who came from a no name town of a no name state, what was your journey like? What you did, how old you were, certain things you regret doing or not doing. Overall obstacle’s?
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
Hello!! I’m an 18/yo amateur voice actor and recently I decided to write, voice act, and edit my own demo reel. Mind you, I have no experience in audio engineering and this was my first try. I’m also completely self taught in voice acting and I’m wearing braces if that means anything. If you wouldn’t mind listening, I…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
I’m curious and would like to know when did y’all know that acting was what y’all wanted to do? Everyone’s “I want to become an actor” moment is different so what’s yours?
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
Hi. Currently I’m reading Jenna Fischers “The Actors Life: A Survival Guide” and loving it. In the book she mentions how you should ask other people (no friends or family, only actors, teachers, acquaintances, etc.) for 5 adjectives on what they think of you based on first impressions and to get headshots which present…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
It would be quite significant for them to skip school, do they get a tutor with them and do the work seperately?
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
We all know that conflict is what creates drama. But sometimes, it's hard to find conflict in certain scenes. I've read that there's conflict in every scene. But the problem is that it's hard to find conflict in EVERY scene. Isn't conflict when two character's objectives contrast each other? Isn't it when one character…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
This isn't related to the craft of acting, but it's a part of my own experiences with other actors and students of acting. For a large majority of my time as a student actor (I'm a 22 year-old male in my senior year of college), I've never felt like I have truly socially belonged in my university's theatre department,…
Reddit · 20 Jan 2023
So I recently acquired a short line on a TV series, however the TV series hasn’t come out yet and I’m not sure on what the role would be named. Am I still able to add this as a credit on Spotlight or do I have to wait until it is aired? UK Actors
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
I watched "Wednesday" and really want to be like the cast because they were my age (20) and looked like they had a lot of fun. How do I move to LA to become an actor on Netflix with only $500 in my bank account? What are the financial and career logistics?
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
We all know that conflict is what creates drama. But sometimes, it's hard to find conflict in certain scenes. I've read that there's conflict in every scene. But the problem is that it's hard to find conflict in EVERY scene. Isn't conflict when two character's objectives contrast each other? Isn't it when one character…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
Looking for a voice actress in any age range that can do a convincing valley girl accent. There are 21 full DJ intros, totaling at 1062 words. **Our budget is $100 USD but this can be negotiated.** Our preferred method of payment would be PayPal, but this is also up for negotiation. We are aiming to be very flexible ab…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
Hi everyone! I recently joined an acting class, and my scene partner and I have been assigned the play Gruesome Playground Injuries to work on. I’ll be playing the role of Doug. My teacher suggested we work on the Zamboni scene at the end of the play. But a few questions came up for me re: the ethics of me playing Doug…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
I recently got signed by an agent last September. During my interview, I mentioned briefly that I occasionally did work as an extra to learn about what it’s like on set, though we didn’t discuss it in detail… Fast forward to 2 weeks ago, where I asked my agent about a specific project (big movie) about to go into produ…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
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 · 19 Jan 2023
Like the title implies I would like to know what's the best way to get an agent and how can I tell if someone is trying to scam me or not as I was once scammed by those fake modeling agents, so this made me rather insecure while considering how to get an agent as an actress. What is the best approach?
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
This isn't related to the craft of acting, but it's a part of my own experiences with other actors and students of acting. For a large majority of my time as a student actor (I'm a 22 year-old male in my senior year of college), I've never felt like I have truly socially belonged in my university's theatre department,…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
People usually say that actors like Kevin Hart, The Rock etc. are bad actors, but they really aren't. They do just play themselves in every movie, but they are very believable. The reason we call them bad actors is cause there are really no bad actors on mainstream media. Steven Seagal is one that comes to mind. Ronda…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
I am having trouble deciding since there are so many different flexibles for so many different jobs but what are some of the best flexible jobs so I can pursue my acting career?
Reddit · 19 Jan 2023
Hello fellow actors I have a question regarding reels. So I am fairly new to this and don't really have a legit reel yet. I did a decently size project but I have to wait for it to come back so for now I am using a self made demo reel with self tapes etc. Now my questions is what would get me more auditions? Would havi…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
Is this place legit curious to see if anybody’s heard of them. The executive director name is Rodger rose he said he used to work for elite. The thing that’s throwing me off is they want you to pay for classes through them. And then after you take one class your eligible for certain things and you become more eligible…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
I built an app that searches actors access in my region once a minute and texts me a link to the latest breakdown when it finds a new one. I have to use a third party system that costs but I think it’s worth it for me at least. Would you be interested in it? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/10fblaq)
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
I want to be a film actor but I am also genderfluid (born female) and my dream is to be able to play both female and male roles, you know. I'm going to get top surgery as I intended (been wanting it for years) and if I need a breast for female roles I thought the director could use prosthetics. I mean, it's feasible, r…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
Hello! I am considering moving to Canada. I am from the UK and have a pretty solid theatre CV (mostly tours) with a few shorts in there, went to one of the "big drama schools" in the UK- but film/TV is seriously lacking. I'm alright with this, as i'm a bit of a classical theatre nut who has no real desire to be a big s…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
Hello all, I have someone working on an animation for me and I need a voice actor to record a script. I'm offering a flat rate of $300. Please send an email to [Elysee.Montissol@audioleafs.com](mailto:Elysee.Montissol@audioleafs.com) and we can talk about the details. Thank you.
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
Hopefully you can help! I am a comedy filmmaker/musician based in bedstuy, and I need an actor to be half of a couple in a short film I plan on making. It’s a short 2 day shoot and will mostly be indoors. It’s about reddit!
Reddit · 18 Jan 2023
Is there a consensus on the best way to label reel clips? For example, should I level them something like: "Dramatic Clip 1", "Dramatic Clip 2", "Comedic Clip 1" etc? That's what I've done in the past, but I'm wondering what other people do and if there's a better way to label these bad boys. The main reason I'm wonder…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
Just to get it out there, I’m a college student and this was just for a mock audition at school. I’ve always had a problem with stuttering, especially in moments of anxiety or stress. All the monologues that I have performed in front of an audience was always riddled with bits of slurred words and stuttering, so when I…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
As an actor, how flexible is it in terms of remembering your lines. I’m sure it depends on what film it is. But on average I suppose is the best wording. Like for example, is it a no no if you say something like “I’ll try my best” instead of “i will do my best”.
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
Hi All, I am a coordinator at one of the top talent management/production companies in Hollywood. I am looking for actors to 'hip-pocket'. To be clear, you would not be represented by my firm. However, I would be able to pitch you to casting directors, send you out on auditions and otherwise act as your manager. I am n…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
Hey all! I'm looking for a class in LA (or elsewhere with an online option) that isn't technique-based. No traditional technique like Meisner, no made-up "technique for the studio", like where you have to buy the teacher's book and count beats. The actors just put up scenes, and get some feedback. I took a class with J…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
So I can’t edit out one actor’s voice. What would be the other option? Record a friend reading the lines in character and/or do it live? Thanks!
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
hello i’m a 14 year old girl who loves acting , i’ve always dreamed of becoming an actress but my dreams were crushed when my family told me it’s really hard to become an actor and be famous but i never left it the thing is i am arab and live in an arab country which is really hard to get into these stuff i’ve always w…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
So I have had a passion for acting but ever since I left my part time drama school I feel I’m just stuck/ comfy in a dead end 9-5. I had an agent from the drama school I was in and got a job for a film. The contract was on its way to be finalised and would’ve been paid a lucrative amount- but due to covid and financing…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
I'm an outsider to filmmaking and aspiring screenwriter. I've made couple of short films with friends and I was a bystander in film sets. I want to know the sensibilities of working with actors. I've seen my friends strain, fumble lines, being uneasy when receiving direction. When I write I tend think about actors. Tec…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
I feel like people who are not an actor or even working in the field don’t really understand how hard it is to even get work , get a role, be a part of a project. Out of so many applications hundreds thousands and only cast one person for that role. It doesn’t matter you get a lead, a supporting, a small part, or even…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
took y'alls advice and trimmed it down a bunch, let me know what you think! ​ Hello, I hope you, and everyone at “AGENCY” are doing well. I am seeking theatrical representation and would love to be considered by one of your agents. I have had a very successful 2022 and I wish to continue this in 2023 alongside a…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2023
Hello, not sure if this is the right forum, but I wanted to try to post here and see if I could get some support/advice/perspective. About me, I'm a 37 year old model and trained actor based in Philly. I have commercial representation here in Philly and kind of a mixed bag rep out in pittsburgh (who I have yet to book…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
Hi friends, Long, meandering post incoming. I'm not sure if something like this has been posted before (sorry if that's the case!), but I wanted to know if anyone else has ever had this problem and can offer some advice, because I'm fed up and don't know what else to do or who to ask for help. I'm an extremely emotiona…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
I’m getting busy in terms of my acting career, which I really love. I have a solid resume going and I’m constantly auditioning. But I just have knots in my stomach lately. Im involved in two short films right now and they are taking place in a city I don’t live in (my parents do so I can stay with them). I have a table…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
Yesterday my friends and I filmed a little short film. I loved the acting part it felt so nice when I was just naturally acting. I also enjoy the writing part I like creating the stories. I also love acting different for each shot depending on if it's the master shot vs medium vs close up. The only thing is I didn't en…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
Hello, not sure if this is the right subreddit, but this is the best I could find. ​ I keep hearing an ad for Drizly on a podcast I'm binging and I love/hate the voice of the voice actor who says "Ding-dong, it's Drizly", does anyone know who this is and if she does other work?
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
I’m a high school student and am starting to consider jobs I might find enjoyable to do when I’m older and in need of my own source of revenue, and I quite enjoy acting so the thought of working as an actor at Disney has always appealed to me. I do have a few doubts though. Is the pay tolerable on average, do they over…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
I’ve been training in jiu-jitsu for 4/5 months. Although I’m not like the best out there, I know what to do, what it should look like. I’m confident, but obviously not the best. Is it something I can add? I also have started lifting weights at around that same time. I saw on actors access that it’s an option to add. Lo…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
Hey r/acting - I'm a newbie to this industry. I did a lot of stage training in my youth and I've decided this year to finally delve into screen acting. The area that I live doesn't have much of a film/TV industry as it's somewhat rural without a major city - but there are cities such as Bristol, Reading, and London wit…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2023
I’m about to graduate from high school this year and I am planning on going to college for acting and I’m wondering if it’ll help me become an actor on film? Such as getting roles.
