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Reddit · 7 Dec 2022

Should I move forward with this stand-in actress role I've been chosen for?

Hi! I'm just starting out in my film acting career. My friend sent me a listing for a new movie being directed by an actor I really admire. The qualifications were for the stand-in of the main female actress, and I fit each of the physical requirements. Seeing as I've applied for multiple student films over the past fe…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Looking for four voice actors for an animation! $30 to $50 depending on the character

Hey all, I am looking for four voice actors for an animation I am making. It's a story based one that focuses on fight sequences, but the dialogue will also play a crucial role. The characters range from late 20s to early 40s, and my rates go from $30 to $50 USD for a whole character, depending on which one you pick. I…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Looking for an angry middle-aged female voice actress

I am looking for a middle-aged voice actress. The character is Nadine, co-owner of a fish pet shop who runs it with her husband. She supports the sale of it as it’s only lost money for years. However, she cannot be there for the actual signing because she is at her father’s funeral. She left Jeff in charge of the sale…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

I’m miserable and jaded, what can I do?

Currently sitting listening to my roomies guest talking about his new manager meeting, all the folks talking to him and his bookings while I sit in my crappy catering outfit, freshly dropped by my rep with no auditions in months. I’m tired, miserable, jaded, and losing hope of achieving anything with my career bc I can…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Monologues for queer actors?

Hello artists! I am looking to build out my resources for queer students. Any plays or monologues you would recommend? Any and all help appreciated!

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

How do join casting through social media?

Ive seen people talk about recieving casting calls through instagram & facebook but never understood how. All ive been using for 3 years was backstage and im about to join Actors Access, how can i join more casting calls as a small actor with a decent amount of experience? Im trying to grow.

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Acting for taller people

I know this might be a dumb question lol but is their opportunity for tall actors it’s just been an insecurity of mine im 6’3 and I feel like there aren’t many roles for me since I’m so tall. Also a fairly new actor so just curious ! Would appreciate any feedback

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Feeling lost after some wins… any advice?

Throwaway for obvious reasons. Hey r/acting- I’ve felt a bit stuck in my career lately and I don’t really know who to go to for help/if there’s anything I can do. I’m stuck in this liminal space- I have great reps, several great network guest star credits, supporting roles on indie and major films, and I audition with…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Would act for free

Okay so i am 26 old male from croatia...i always wanted to act in english speaking films sooo if there is anyone out there that needs an actor in a minor or main role please let me know! I have good "mug shoots" that i can send :) (post might sound stupid but i really want to become an actor and its hard here in croati…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Recommended school program?

Hi,pursuing actor here, have done a few local 3 month programs with different local teachers and have been thinking of taking it to the next level and I’ve been thinking of moving to the states/London (probably states) in order to enroll in a larger program to deepen my skills and improve everything I know (and also to…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Atlanta help!!

I’m strongly considering moving to Atlanta to further my career and would love to know other Atlanta actors experiences! I have an upcoming meeting with a pretty good atl agent but I’m worried about limiting myself to smaller roles like only day player and co-stars when production will usually fly in leads and large re…

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Reddit · 6 Dec 2022

Canada actors: work permit + agent?!?

Hi - I am on an open work permit until late 2024 and am trying to get a principal agent. I already have a background agency. Has anyone successfully landed an agent in BC on work permit? I’m confused what CAVCO is! And I do not have permanent residency (yet). I will be eligible for permanent residency in 6 months Are y…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

NY or LA (I know I know, you’re tired of hearing it)

I’m 32 and at a new point in my life where I don’t have any roots really tying me down. While I went to NYU film school I’ve never really been an actor. I spent this year doing local theatre on Long Island where I live (currently in my parents place after ending a long relationship but have the means to leave) and I’m…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

I want to become an actor but im scared that I won't amount to anything

This is going to be a long post so bear with me. I 17M am currently in high school with no job(about to get a part time job). i also have no acting experience. Im not the best looking, at least i think so ive never been called ugly or anything to my face but when I compare myself to netflix stars or just general people…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Christopher Loyd on NCIS

As an aspiring actor, I love to watch passionate and emotional performances to learn and to be captivated by it. My sister loves NCIS and watches it all the time. She pointed out that “Doc Brown” was on the show. I was going back to my room and then there’s a scene when he’s reminiscing about Pearl Harbor and his emoti…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Industry trends / changes for 2023?

Any general thoughts on where the industry will go in 2023? For example I know Seattle, WA just passed a local film commission to fund more projects, which means there will likely be an increase in paid casting calls for the area. Are there any other industry news or trends for 2023 that actors should pay attention to?

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Gum shields for whistling S?

Hi everyone, hope you're well. I recently began trying to make Youtube videos with a very talented actor coming in to serve as the narrator. We'd worked together before but on extremely short social spots and also on live-action projects but films that were mostly silent. For this reason, I hadn't noticed any sort of i…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Why can’t I get any background work

I apply every single day on casting network and actors access and for some reason never get any call backs. Its not even like real role just background. I have good photos that should my face and body.

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Hi! I was a full-time voice actor working abroad but have now moved back to Canada and the VO biz sure is different here! I'm looking for feedback on my first self-produced demo reel. Thank you in advance!

Hello fellow voiceover enthusiasts! I hope youre all doing well this holiday season. I just wanted to see if I could get any last minute feedback on some of my demo reels before I launch my website this month ([https://damienfurtado.com/](https://damienfurtado.com/) \- just started, so still a work in progress!) and st…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Tips for meeting my agent in person for the first time?

Next week my agency is having a holiday party, and this will be the first time I get to meet anyone in person since I signed with them during covid and they're based in another state. I want to make the trip over there since I know how important it could be for maintaining a good relationship with my agent, but I was w…

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Question from a aspiring filmmaker

I don’t live in a major city, so outside of the small pool of local talent I’ll have to look elsewhere for casting a short film. Are there decent actors who will travel (provided) for small time/no name rolls for 2/300 a day? Im not expecting big name actors or anything, just curious if this is even feasible.

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Reddit · 5 Dec 2022

Book Recommendation

Hey guys, ​ Just wanted to recommend an audiobook I'm listening to at the moment. "The Actors Life: A Survival Guide" by Jenna Fischer. Actually Kurt Yue recommended it in one of his YouTube Videos, so I'm sure this has come up on the thread before, but I'm really enjoying it and wanted to share it with anyone w…

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Reddit · 4 Dec 2022

ACTRA > SAG question...

Ok, I'm in a bit of a unique situation (I think) and curious if anyone has knowledge about this... So I am in ACTRA (Canadian union). I was eligible to apply to ACTRA when I got my first union credit, but didn't because I was so new and didn't know what I was doing. Time passed and I couldn't use that credit towards un…

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Reddit · 4 Dec 2022

Do you have to be a “triple threat” to have a chance/make it as a film actor?

Currently I am involved in the community theater and it’s classes, and I’m always hearing my teacher talk about how the only way you’ll be successful is if you are a “triple threat”. This includes the ability to act, along with singing and dancing. My goal is to focus more on TV/film, but right now I am doing theater t…

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Reddit · 4 Dec 2022

Character type?

I am a new actor and I wanted to ask what are the ways you can find your character type?

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Reddit · 4 Dec 2022

Audible Originals / Audiodramas

Hi all voice actors, I’m fortunate to have been cast in an Audible Original, my first voice acting project ever. I come from a theatre background and would appreciate some pointers on how I can translate my “choices” for the mic and what to expect. Should I come prepared with a few different versions of a line or just…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Acting dreams

Hi. I really want to become an actor, and I am a teenager. I am not quite sure what to do to start as for acting in things. Any tips?

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

New Actor Needs to get some work in Chicago

Hello I am a new actor and I am looking to find work in Chicago. In the past I did some background work in NYC and it was paid very little but it ended up being a film on Lifetime with Kelsey Grammer. Now I want to know the process of Working in Chicago. I am open to any suggestion. MY qualification include \*1 Year Ac…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Seeing casting calls for roles that seem like they’re already cast?

I know this is an odd question, but it’s happened a few times now. I just came across a casting calls for multiple roles only posted yesterday and got excited because one of the roles was perfect for me, but when I clicked on the producer and found his imdb the movie was already on there, with multiple names listed, th…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

List of all NYC Acting Studios & Conservatories

Like other Redditors, I also have had trouble finding acting classes in NYC that are affordable and actually teach a technique. I'm starting this thread for people to share every acting class and their experiences for other actors to consider and research. **Has anyone attended Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Thea…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Support each other

Hey! I'd love to be able to connect with other actors on IG. I love seeing what everyone is working on and all the fun pictures from set and stuff! My IG is @nicoleptgreen I follow back

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Actor-filmmaker here to answer any questions about working both sides of the camera

After finishing on the festival circuit, I've just released my latest short film, 'A Matter of Trust', online: [https://youtu.be/TNer5VoLBmc](https://youtu.be/TNer5VoLBmc) Although I'm doing unpaid work in a number of plays, shorts and features I'm proud of, I really wanted to take control of my career so made a new sh…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Looking for VA's for Open Source Project - Minecolonies

Hi everyone, We are a Patreon financed Open Source Project that is looking for some Voice Actors to voice some of our Citizens. Minecolonies is a Mod for Minecraft that adds a CityBuilding/RealTimeStrategy Game component to Minecraft. In this context, we have a series of Non-Player Entities we call "Citizens". We have…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

If you’re an agent or manager attending workshops with no intention of signing anybody F*** YOU! If you’re a casting director grifting people F*** YOU Too!

LET A GUY VENT! **This sick money grab needs to end!** I have attended these workshops for years at the usual places... but have never heard of anyone signing with the upper-tier reps they invite. *\*I have seen very few people getting signed to reps in the success stories section but they are very, very small companie…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Online Voice Acting School? Which one?

Hello, I am brand new to Voice Acting, as well as this sub, so forgive me if this question has been asked before, or if I start to ramble. I have had a knack for doing weird voices, impressions, sound effects, etc. since I was a child. I am now 25 and I recently got inspired by someone to pursue voice acting. They do o…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Finally starting acting classes

Since I was a mid, I've always been interested in acting, but we weren't able to afford acting classes so I let go of that interest and I'm now doing a programming course in sixth form (high school for Americans, I'm 16). However I've just remembered how much I wanted to get into acting, so I've asked my actor friend a…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Does it make sense to move to LA if most of your "traction" has been with CDs in NYC?

I just want to be spending all of my time acting. I want to work as minimally as possible and spend every day auditioning for student films, taking classes, rehearsing with other actors, meeting writers and directors, and just giving this my absolute all. i'm in SAG, and i have a handful of very low tier agents & manag…

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Reddit · 3 Dec 2022

Charismatic actors

In your opinion, can you learn on stage charisma? And if so, what are charismatic actors doing that's different?