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Reddit · 8 Mar 2020
When I watch a movie with sex/nudity I often wonder about what that actor's parents would think. Now that I'll be in a sex scene I'm wondering if anyone has experiences acting in them. What have reactions friends/family been like? Do you try to tell people to stay away from watching? Do you not care about what they say…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
I am in a local theater production that’s not very fancy but it’s still theater. And the character I’m playing needs a French accent. I am having trouble really letting go and giving it my all, I’m not a very experienced actor and I get slightly embarrassed when I’m on stage trying to fumble out a French accent. I have…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
I’m an actor living in New York City. If I want to work on my singing I can listen to a voice lesson I have taken previously and sing along with it. But how can I work on my acting alone? Is there a way to refine your craft without getting in an acting class?
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
Hi everyone! I need some personalised advice and came straight to reddit to ask y'all!! I'm a holder of both an American and Hungarian passport, who graduated from a city college in the US with an Associate of Arts in Theatre along with an IGETC certificate. I moved to Japan to pursue musical theatre in Tokyo, but as m…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
Hello, i am 13 years old (which is old enough for reddit , dont worry) and I want to be an actor (actress) I've read the FAQ of this subreddit and stuff, but they all seem like it's for adults, is there any advice for a child? I have experience from school but I've never been to an acting class because I live in a smal…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
Hi fellow actors, I recently booked a leading role in a short film! I'm excited and thrilled however i find myself almost lost in preparing for the role. How I prepared for the audition was by breaking the scene down into beats and objectives. That's my technique for auditions but i'm not sure how to approach the role…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
Actor Myles Grier wrote, directed, produced and starred in this short film ' Remember To Breathe In The Dark'. He dedicated it to those who have lost a parent or a loved one and those who have a speech impediment. Powerful and inspiring 15 minute video - check it out! WATCH: [https://youtu.be/cFI-kmNQxnk](https://youtu…
Reddit · 7 Mar 2020
Hi. I’m looking for a good Acting School in Vancouver. Anyone here knows of any? I’ve been looking thoroughly and it seems these are the best (according to several online reviews): - VADA Studios. - Capilano University. - Langara (Studio 58). However, I would love to know more from fellow actors. Thanks in advance!
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
I’ve been anxious about it lately, as I’m not used to being as aggressive with marketing myself. To help get over that, I decided at the beginning of the year to figure out what all I want my page to be. I finally figured it out and I’m proud to say I launched it and started getting likes and follows on there. On the p…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
So my current method is looking up a tv show I know on IMDB, finding an actor I like, opening a new tab, pasting their name in there, and manually pulling up websites. Seems there's gotta be a more compiled list of links somewhere? I'm building my own website and figured before I get too "creative" I need to at least k…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
I've done a little research on the area and read about the Actors Theatre and The Humana Festival of New American Plays which look pretty cool. I also looked at the University of Kentucky's College of Fine Arts but I'm not in a position to afford that right now or in the near future, at least. Is there anything else? I…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
I just got my first gig doing an English dub. I was sent a copy of the original film, so I can sync my voice to the actor I’m voicing. Doing this all from my home studio. It’s a short one, so hoping I can get the hang of it! I’m excited and a little nervous. Anyone who’s done dubbing before have any tips on how to prod…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
I’m looking into what I want to major in college. I’m definitely going to major in theatre since being an actress is my dream job, but I’m thinking it’d be a good idea to double major in something that I’d have a better chance of making a living off of. I’m really interested in history, but it seems like the only job I…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
I have been trying to get into acting for the last year. I signed up to an agency that represent dwarf actors and so far I’ve been an extra in a major feature film. The thing is I’m relying on my agent to get me auditions and stuff, in wondering if there is anything that I can do to help my chances on getting casted an…
Reddit · 6 Mar 2020
Hi there, I am an Actor (M26) in England with some professional credits to my name (mainly stage). However, as it goes in this industry, I've been having a dry spell recently. I am however in one or two local productions that, whilst fun and enjoyable to be a part of, I would unfortunately not label them as 'profession…
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
I'm in the process of applying to commercial agents. In the submission they want me drop them my actor profiles. Should I send them my la casting or actors access?
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
I saw online something about American productions filming in Canada because it’s cheaper (knew about that one) but I also saw someone say they cast Australians because it’s cheaper. Is that true? If it is, why?
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
What is the best way to go about joining Actra. I know how to get in, as you need 3 professional credits. Is their any easier way or can you just do one principal role and get it? Seems like it is easier for U.S. actors to join SAG than it is for us Canadian actors to join Actra.
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
I have a flexible job that allows me to pay my bills (if ONLY to make enough to pay my bills), and I've even had a bit of success with a supporting part in a film, voice acting in a commercial that showed on Nickelodeon and Cartoon Network, and having small parts on a couple tv shows. I've got professional head shots a…
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
So I realized that I really want to be an actor. The problem is that I'm really ugly, have multiple mental disorders and fucking hate myself. Also, I don't know how find auditions and stuff. But I WANT IT SOOO BADLY it makes me really sad and angry and keeps me up at night. I'm really ready to do anything. Can someone…
Reddit · 5 Mar 2020
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 · 5 Mar 2020
The only film that I thought she was good in was *The Hours* where she played **Virginia Woolf** (for what she deserved her Oscar for IMO). Other than that I haven't been too or all that impressed with anything she's done or acted in. This critic for *The Times* also seems to think Kidman is not that good an actor: >Ki…
Reddit · 4 Mar 2020
I'll be graduating with a BFA in performance and plan to move to Chicago to start looking for acting work. Besides saving money what other advice could someone give me, be it agencies, things to watch out for, ect.
Reddit · 4 Mar 2020
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG1\_Fcaq280](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eG1_Fcaq280) A (brief) discussion of competence, skill learning, freezing up, and flow state. This video by music theory youtuber Sideways explores competence as it applies to the musical performance world, but it has a lot of practical appl…
Reddit · 4 Mar 2020
Like many people, I would love to become a professional voice actor. Just as much and maybe more, I would love to do it as a hobby and entertain people. My actual experience though with things such as community theatre is limited due to things like the hours I work. It just can't work out for me sadly with the scheduli…
Reddit · 4 Mar 2020
A few words from my perspective: I have grown up with him. I was a teenager when the original Star Wars came out and have watched him go from cool to Superstar, Mr. Summer, and a good character actor. I always thought he was miscast as the tough, cop/private eye character (witness, Blade Runner), bu watching this retro…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
Any actors here that are in Ireland? I'm not in Dublin and dont have an agent yet. Finding it hard to get some work cos I'm an ethnic person. Most auditions call for white males here. Any Irish based actors here that might be willing to help?
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
Hi! I get called in by the same big LA casting director pretty frequently. Probably once every other month. In the last 12 months, I've auditioned around 6 times for him. I always feel like my auditions are really solid, but I never even get a callback. I've heard of CDs calling actors in frequently, because they do a…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
I’ve been invited to audition for the role of Jeff in “Kimberly Akimbo”. Thanks to the drama teacher at school. (He was asking around for male actors in HS and since I help as an SM he knows me well so I asked if I could take a look. If you are familiar to Kimberly Akimbo then you will know that there is a scene when t…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
Ive recently gotten into acting and have been using backstage but was told to respond to an open call on AA by some listing. Went on there for 5 minutes and uploaded 2 photos and I thought I signed my life away or something. When I was using Ecocast® it said I would have to pay 3.50 to audition but then I pressed uploa…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
First off, we have to dispel the illusion of character. When people say *“I’m trying to get into character”* usually it’s them trying to reach for some magical thing so far outside of themselves. As if somehow they are going to lose all consciousness and wake up with a brand new brain, body, and identity. As cool as th…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
I am 5’6 and 28 years old. Anyone else in this range? How has thrust impacted your career? What kind of roles do you usually get called in for? What do you book?
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
I'm new to r/acting so thanks in advance for answering my question. I'm looking for the best summer intensive programs for adult actors. I'm not too focused on cost at the moment but I really just want to learn what's out there. It can be in NY or LA. I just want to make sure it's a program that I can find a lot of val…
Reddit · 3 Mar 2020
I currently use Backstage and Actor's Access to apply for roles. However, I saw an article online saying that after Backstage, Casting Network is the second best site to be a part of. Am I missing out on a lot by not being on Casting Networks? Or do people who post on Casting Networks also post on Backstage and Actor's…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Anyone ever do the NY Connection showcase through Actor's Connection? Is it worth it?
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Hey guys! I’ve been practicing a career in voice acting since I was younger, and I’ve been improving and improving as the years go on, but I really think I can stand to be better. For instance, some of my voices sound wayyy too much like myself/how I usually talk, rather something unique and something of brilliant voca…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Hello to everyone that responded to my last post about crafting characters and writing actor bait. All of you were wonderfully honest and some of you were awesomely pedantic (I loved it. Really, don't change). So, r/screenwriting has this thing that we do. Every few days, a screenwriter will post something like this: "…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Does anyone know of any discord servers for aspiring voice actors? Thanks if you do.
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
A friend of mine has been having a rough week. (Week as in it's been 3 or 4 days, I know today is Monday.) Constant panic and anxiety and they FINALLY told me what was wrong. My friend is 20 and has basically been an adult since childhood. Had to grow up mostly alone, was mentally abused, was always treated like an adu…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
TLDR: during very emotional singing scenes I sound like a happy 6yo running through sunflower fields, due to my voice type (and I can't change that). What can I do as an actor to bring hopelessness across, only using my voice? I'm going to need it while I sing, unfortunately all my climaxes don't sound as heavy as the…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Hello! I live in New York City. I signed up for a Beginners Acting Class with the Barrow Group, which begins in April. I plan to get headshots taken soon. Aside from that, my interest in acting is brand new and I have no experience. I have seen many threads about the benefits of signing up for Actors Access. I was wond…
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
Do you use any apps that specifically help you as a voice actor? Maybe apps that help you practice? Or apps that help you audition? Or apps that help you warm up? (etc) Let me know what you use and how and I'll quote you in my next article
Reddit · 2 Mar 2020
We are still amateurs and are always looking to hone our talent as voice actors. But by stepping out of our voice acting comfort zones and doing other jobs inside the entertainment industry like writing, filming, editing, and so on. We feel even more prepared when we do auditions or voice acting gigs for clients. Mostl…
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
I suffer from social anxiety, but theatre is therapeutic for me as I feel like I know what to say and what is going to happen. After and before, I feel despondent. Im sure the casts im in hate me, or other avoid me which doesnt help getting cast again. So my question, what can I do bare minimum to be accepted by casts…
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
Is acting more of natural talent or practice? Of course I'm aware that nothing is absolutely black and white, but I've always been really fascinated by how actors/actresses can be so different, to the most minute detail according to their character in which they're playing. Is it possible for someone who's really horri…
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
Blonde, tall, not thin, not big, average, thirty’s. Travel to pa area. Dm me
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
Yay! I’m in a show for the first time since high school and I’m 38, but a young 38.
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
Title. I was helping out with set design recently and had to cover for a minor role that I surprisingly did well in. After the play people were asking for my insta/twitter and were shocked that I didn’t have one. I always wanted to be recognized by name if I ever flourished, not from interacting over text or by my hand…
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
I have zero desire to start an Insta or Twitter. For that matter - I never post on Facebook anyways, and I’d like to deactivate it so I only use it for Messenger. The only reason I don’t is because I find local auditions in FB groups. I keep seeing conflicting info on the importance of social media as an actor. What ar…
Reddit · 1 Mar 2020
I have been involved with a company and their work. They want me to pretend I am being prank called for a pre-recorded session that will be aired live with the idea being presenting it as authentic and real-time and the parent company wants to make sure actors can't list themselves as actors linked to their stuff to ma…
