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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

LinkedIn for actors?

i’ve never had a Linkedin account, I just kind of know it’s a place to display your professional resumé? i was wondering if anyone suggested getting a Linkedin as an actor or are there not any people looking for actors on there?

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

I have/had a dream

Since I have memory I have always loved the idea of acting as a career. I admired famous actors back in the day, listened to their stories of success, how they overcame drugs and other problems to dedicate their hearts to acting. However I never took that step, I never educated myself formally (acting in plays or going…

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

Looking for actors

Hey! I posted before but Whrck Productions is looking for actors in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area for some short films and projects! Out stuff isn’t professional grade films as of now, but we have good equipment and are on our way really soon! Please DM this account or email whrckfilm@gmail.com if interested and…

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

Online Movement for Actors resources?

Hi! I was just wondering if anyone knew of any online resources for Movement for actors. I was planning to take some classes during the summer but obviously I can’t now and, when it comes to movement, I need all the help I can get!

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

How do I become a proper Shakespearean?

I’m an actor (m23) with a BFA in Musical Theatre. I’ve admired the bard since high school and have studied most of the canon, but my degree program offered a limited course on Shakespeare (only analyzing the plays for speeches that could be used in auditions). I had always planned to use my credits to further my educat…

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2020

Am I going to ready for an agent, and other questions related to the industry?

I am a teenager and have been acting for about 2 years. I’ve been in a few school plays as some in between characters, not leads, but not the smallest parts. There’s only been a couple of times for me to do plays though as most shows in schools and in my area are for only musicals. I’ve taken singing lessons for the la…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Should I Still Pursue Acting?

Ever since I was young, I loved acting and I could only see myself pursuing this profession. However, every time I spoke about becoming a professional actress, someone would criticize and tell me I would never make it. It was especially hard coming from my family. It really took a toll on me and I gave up on it complet…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Entering the biz at 31...kind of

I am planning a move in August to either NYC or LA to get started in the acting world. I have worked professionally as an opera singer, so I do have extensive stage experience. And, while acting is obviously a part of operatic performances, it is by no means the most important part. So, I’ll be showing up with pretty l…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Any actors interested in doing this?

Hello everyone, I'm wondering if anyone is interested in being interviewed for [my new website](https://theinterviewbrity.wordpress.com). I ask about 8-10 questions about your life as an actor. While it sounds cool, I can't promise you any payment or publicity as means of gratitude for your time. The site is only 3 wee…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Actor who started (switched from another career) late.

Hey, There are often questions about actors who started their acting career late. And in the answers there is a list of people, but whenever i am checking someone it turns out that he studied drama early (about 20s), but only got a breakthrough later. My question here is. Do you know actors who started learning acting…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Obsession with role

Is there such thing as when an actor become too immersed or obsessed with their role? Does this become unhealthy? If so, how does one prevent it from happening? I remember reading about something similar to this happening to Heath Ledger in his Dark Knight role and a few other actors.

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Disapproving family

All the way through college and whenever I study at home I always get disapproving looks from my family and being told to aim lower I know becoming an actor is one of toughest career path there is but I’ve got to try for something I love and I’m passionate about. Has anyone gone through this? I got a scholarship for an…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Voice actor wanted for one minute script reading!

I’m turning my history project into a video segment where a voiceover will be required for a one minute narration. I was wondering if anyone can assist and lend me their voice. I can send you the script and all you need to do is record it and send it to me. PM me for more info & questions. :-)

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

What's the best, most respectful way to get a remote voice actor to redo a line?

Is it better to get on a call and record with the voice actor to make sure the line is as you expect? Or just have them do it by themselves and request a redo later? Or is it normal to just go with whatever they record? I'm afraid the description of my request may be misinterpreted in the future even with a video, so I…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Looking for Actors (MD, VA, DC area)

Whrck Productions is a small student production company and is looking for people who are intrested in acting, we are located in the Maryland/DC area. Any and all ages are welcomed. For more info DM here or email [Whrckfilms@gmail.com](mailto:Whrckfilms@gmail.com) Most of this would be for student or small shorts, and…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2020

Scratch series audition

I'm making a series on Scratch, and I need voice actors for it. I'm trying to advertise this in any way I can, so I thought this would be a good place. It's not very big. It's a sci-fi space type thing. There are no restrictions. Here is a link to the project: [https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/403526316/](https://scrat…

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

Becoming an actor later in life?

I'm a 34-year-old musician and lately I've been dealing with the fact that I've always wanted to be an actor but keep on talking myself out of it throughout the years. Becoming a singer and musician with stage experience has definitely helped me explore this side of me but I think that's not enough. At this age, I'm wi…

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

Free how to zoom class on Tuesday 6/9

Hello all, The very funny Alison Becker is doing a free version of her How to get into the business class tomorrow night. Check out her Instagram for information. -Just a fellow actor no connection-

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

How much would it cost for a specialized singing role

Basically I'm trying to make my own voice synthesizer and I realized that I need to do a crowdfunding campaign for it eventually. Basically the script for the voice providers (same as a voice actor but for a voice synth) has the language and notes at the top. On the side are the phonetic inputs for the program then exa…

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

Any tips for finding gigs?

To be honest. I always wanted to become a voice actor. But I'm unsure where to even start. Especially as a young person.

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

Movement techniques that release emotion

Hi everybody, I'm reading Bill Epser's book at the moment and there's a section of one chapter where he mentions that some actors have blunted their emotional responses and might be as well to take some movement classes to put them back in touch and release the tension that holds their emotions back. Are their specific…

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Reddit · 8 Jun 2020

Seeking two masculine-voiced voice actors for short paid gig.

I am looking for two voice actors with masculine voices (one with an Australian accent, one with an American Southern accent) to fill the roles of NPCs for one scripted, recorded, AND PAID reading. ($40 flat for both actors, this will be less than 5 pages in length.) I am a Storyteller/Game Master currently running a V…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2020

Have you ever been cast completely off-type? Do you feel guilty about it?

Have you ever been cast in a role that was not, shall we say, necessarily "culturally accurate"? Do you feel guilty about it? I can't tell if I am feeling guilty for having played Anita in West Side Story even though there is no evidence that I am even slightly Latina, or if I am feeling guilty for not feeling guilty t…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2020

The Breaking of a Voice Artist's Spirit

I'm writing this because I've seen too many well known voice artists run newcomers into the ground. I don't know whether it's insecurity or fear of more competition! The fact is, there is NO competition! A client either likes your voice and delivery or they don't! It's easy to get hooked on voice acting if you're passi…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2020

Best website to find non-union actors in Florida?

I'm not casting anything yet. I want to know for future reference. If I want to post a casting call to find actors in Florida for a non-SAG production, what is the best website(s)? I figure I'd ask actors on Reddit since you know what sites you check the most.

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2020

How to remember so many details when acting or going to audition?

I am reading Audition by Michael Shurtleff. While I understand that he wants you to use the guideposts as general questions to ask yourself, I'm practicing and I have difficulty remembering all of this stuff. Like when I try a monologue, I have to remember stuff about the relationship which is no big deal but then thro…

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Reddit · 7 Jun 2020

Modular Acoustic Panels - Whisper Room

Hey there! I'm a voice actor from Orlando, and I currently have a 4' x 4' Whisper Room setup for voice over. In there, I have 4" Owens Corning 703 lining each wall, and the ceiling. Everything is tucked away nearly behind thick fabric, and I'm quite pleased with the audio quality! Here's the rub... I'm moving. In the n…

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2020

Please judge my general American Accent

I made a post for r/judgemyaccent about an attempt at a general American accent. I don't think they're critical enough of my accent, so I would love if any actors could give me honest feedback about how close I am and what I can do to improve. https://voca.ro/4QeknebKHPH Thanks a lot!

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Reddit · 6 Jun 2020

Calling for Singaporeans once again!

Since I made my first repost from r/filmmaking on my telegram group a couple of days ago, I have gotten **17** Singapore-based filmmakers, writers and actors onboard! We are an extremely diverse group of young people in Singapore from all walks of life and the ideas just keep coming. We intend to hold a virtual town ha…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Your Experience on Frustration of Not Booking

Sorry for such a generic post, but I wanted advice on how you all deal with this. (And also vent.) I think this pandemic has given me time to step back and take a look at (and stew about) how I'm doing as an actor. And I'm NYC-based, non-union, & self represented by the way, to give an idea of my level. I only started…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Trying to find voice actors for my omorashi audiobook

I just finished writing my first omorashi book. It took me 2 years to finish it but it looks like my hard work finally paid off (: For those who don't know ,omorashi is a Japanese fetish in which one experiences sexual arousal from watching/reading/witnessing someone desperate to pee and struggling to hold it in,eventu…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Acting Tips From Hollywood Actor

Hey guys, I wanted to share this with you all, my names Joivan Wade I'm an actor from the UK Currently in Hollywood playing Cyborg in DC Comic & HBO's " Doom Patrol " I launched a youtube channel which is to help Actors & Filmmakers Get ahead of the game by opening up everything I've learned over the past 10 years of w…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

I wanna start acting but..

I’m a 13 year old male I always wanted to be an actor every since I was like 5 but idk where to start so can anyone pm me or just give me some advice I would appreciate it

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Game Dev Discord Server

Hi everyone, I've launched a new game dev server today called "Chatsubo". It's a small community for aspiring game devs of every stripe - everything from art, to coding, to voice acting - and a place to sharpen your skills with likeminded folk. We have plenty of fun team events and contests coming soon that are designe…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Las Vegas area

I’m a new actor. I’ve only done one video I got a small role in my acting coaches series he started. However I’m dying to do more. I don’t even care to get payed I just want experience and to get comfortable in front of a camera. Does anyone know where I can seek opportunities like this in the vegas area?

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

4Kids vs. Funimation: One Piece Dub Comparison Podcast

Many people regard 4Kids One Piece to be the worst anime dub of all time. But is it really? Join Justin and Will as they put the Straw Hat voice actors head to head to see which version is the King of the Dubs! [Video Version](https://youtu.be/8odpItszYlM) [Audio Version](https://anchor.fm/voicecasters/episodes/4Kids-v…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

Casting Call / Sydney / Dark Comedy Mini-webseries / July Shoot

Hello actors! Long time lurker, first time caller. I’m producing a cheeky project for anyone who’s into offbeat, quirky humour and irreverent concepts. It’s a 6 episode web mini series and I’m looking for actors, comedians and anyone who’s into a bit of light clown torture. Plan is to produce first 3 eps and knock it o…

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Reddit · 5 Jun 2020

The Beauty of Acting.

Here is an edit I've been working on for a while of some of my favourite performances in film, all highly talented actors ( or at least they were in these performances). Please let me know what you think, tell me what are some of your favourite actors, in this video or not, and maybe even like and subscribe too :) [The…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2020

Researching - Remote Work vs. Night Jobs

Hello, I am doing a little research on survival jobs, but I would hope that it is not in the traditional sense. Therefore, I am hoping this warrants a post. It is not new, but the rise in remote work seems to be overlooked in the acting industry especially with the COVID crisis, which could change a lot of things... It…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2020

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jun 4

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…

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2020

A thread for 'filmmaker' glow-ups

I recently watched Clouds of Sils Maria and was truly amazed by Kristen Stewarts performance. Would love to hear of other actors who have shown significant growth :)

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Reddit · 4 Jun 2020

Can't enjoy watching anything without regret for not pursuing acting

32/F. When I'm watching a movie or TV show, I can't help but think about how capable I am of playing these characters as an actress. It's taken away from being able to enjoy watching things because I'm so pre-occupied with hating myself for never truly pursuing acting. My mental health has been a huge factor that's hel…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2020

Own YouTube videos as "experience"

Would short skits on YouTube of yourself be considered as "experience"? I am having a hard time deciding where to properly start a (possible) career as an actress and figured that perhaps recording and uploading some skits to YouTube could maybe be a good start. ​ The "short-term" end goal would be to list these…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2020

looking for someone to audition for

hello, I am a 16 year old male looking for somewhere I can audition for a voice actor, I'm open for anything, and I would also like some tips from the VA's here on this subreddit that can help with auditioning fi you would like to reach out to me my email is: [captiannolan@gmail.com](mailto:captiannolan@gmail.com), and…

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Reddit · 3 Jun 2020

The n word

I’m reading an audiobook that’s a biography of a mid-century southern author. The biographer is white and the biography includes several quotes with the n word in them. Every chapter seems to have at least one quite like that. I’m white and that’s not my word. Reading those quotes really sucks. I’m not playing a charac…