Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Actors who are/were shy, what motivated you to finally start taking acting classes?
Thanks for answering!
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Actor Expectations
Seriously though, if you're a talented actor, have the skills and know the business but have NO connections, your parents weren't actors or filmmakers or directors or in any way close to being in the show business, can you make it as a famous actor?
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
[PAID JOB] Female Voice Actors Needed
Amateur and Professional welcome to apply! Need female voice actors for 10 minute animated pilot. High-fantasy, hero's tale type story. 5 teenage protagonists become accidental heroes. 2 female characters still need voicing. Details and reference images can be given upon request. Job offers $200 per character Apply thr…
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Where did you guys find your managers?
Hi all I'm an actor based out of NYC. I've produced and created a decent body of work, have had a few projects go on to festivals. But I've lately felt like I've been in a rut. I believe I'm ready for an agent but don't know where I would even begin applying. However, I could definitely use a manager because I feel lik…
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Serious advise needed
I’m having a mid life crises. I have a career as an accountant and I’m starting to think it was a mistake. I had quit my job since I couldn’t take it anymore. being someone I’m not. I wasn’t born to sit in cubicles all day long taking crap from my boss. I need advise as to starting as an actor. Now I know plenty of peo…
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Mute monologue???!!
Hi fellow actors! I have to perform a mute monologue tomorrow and am having trouble deciding what to do... And how. The character has to have an objective, an internal conflict and an external conflict and we cannot speak but we can scream, cry, laugh... It is important to make as many of physical actions to let people…
Reddit · 2 Dec 2019
Competitive spirit at drama school - Ideal actors’ behaviour whilst training and in the industry?
Hey everyone, I’m studying for my MA at Drama School, and we’re just nearing the end of the first term here (we started in September). Our tutors are very adamant that we shouldn’t be competitive with each other but to try and lift each other up and learn from each other’s successes and mistakes. And this was the case…
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
Gift for an actor!
Hello everyone! Im sorry if this rude but a I need gift for a traveling actor. Can you guys help me with ideas? Hope I'm not a bother and thanks in advance!
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
How does acting-training affect your ability to be strong socially, like at a cocktail-party or in other social scenarios?
How does acting-training affect your ability to be strong socially, like at a cocktail-party or in other social scenarios? What about "comedic timing?" Does that make you funnier? What is it like to date an actor? Is that a challenging experience since they can fake any emotion and emotionally manipulate you? What is i…
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
Why are actors fun people but depressed inside?
Let's assume the stereotype to be true. In that case, why are actors that way? Someone said to me: >you know the whole ‘stereotype’ about actors being fun people yet depressed deep inside? That’s usually true. Be sure to check up on your [actor] pals from time to time.
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
at what point are you supposed to realize that it's just not in the cards for you to be an actor?
i've done everything i can think of. trained, in sag, have agents, have a reel, i used to do student films but i'm sick of the unprofessionalism, lack of quality footage (if you even get it back), and taking time off from work. i'm also tired of paying for workshops, which are only going up in price. i'm at the point w…
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
Young actor
Hello im Tibo and its been i think 6 or 7 months that i have been having an addiction to acting i havent found any acting club or had any acting experience wich i have been looking for if anyone has something for me close to belgium flanders that i could participate in i would be forever greatful
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
in need of some guidance
so I'm a 17 year old girl who lives in a really small town (small as in most people who are born here stay their entire lives), and I want to be an actress. I do plan to relocate to or close to a big city after college (nyc most likely) but I wanna start as early as I can getting myself out there, I wanna know what I c…
Reddit · 1 Dec 2019
You should pursue your dreams. No matter what.
So about 2 or so weeks ago, my family scraped together enough money for me to fly out to NYC and audition for a conservatory program(New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts), as well as visit another school(NYFA). **Story about the visit:** I had been sick the week of the audition. It was on Saturday, and I had been si…
Reddit · 30 Nov 2019
Casting Issues: Nationality.
I really want to start learning acting after I finish my senior year this year. I'm Armenian Lebanese and I live in Lebanon so I'll have to move if I want to get the best classes in the major cities. But I have some concerns regarding castings.. are there any prejudice regarding actors' origin, nationality, etc.. is it…
Reddit · 30 Nov 2019
Self education on Acting
I will have around 1 year before I actually start attending real acting classes/ a drama school (still have to decide between the two depending on what I can afford or is better as a foundation). But till the time comes I dont want to be wasting time and I want to start learning some things on my own. Any recommendatio…
Reddit · 30 Nov 2019
Any tips for voice acting in college?
Hello, fellow voice actors! My name is Chris, and I've been producing voice-over content for the internet since I was just 12. I've since expanded my technological and performative expertise through middle and high school, and currently operate out of my bedroom studio without any issues. As excited as I am to study Ra…
Reddit · 30 Nov 2019
A beginner question
What's the name of the time when the actors read their lines aloud? When they act, but only with their voices and maybe facial expressions
Reddit · 30 Nov 2019
As actors, what are your thoughts on the TV show "Barry?"
1: What do you think about the acting class, the instructor, and the students? What are some funny thoughts that come to mind for you, given that you're an actual actor? 2: What are some of the "inside baseball" jokes that a non-actor wouldn't get, regarding these classes? 3: What do you think about the point that the…
Reddit · 29 Nov 2019
Black Friday gear shopping
Alright, I know these threads are floating around everywhere on every subreddit for every possible subject - this is just mine for voice acting gear as an aspiring voice actor. I can’t spring for the ultimate, yet I don’t want to splurge on something easily replaceable. Additionally, despite my best attempts I can’t se…
Reddit · 29 Nov 2019
Acting in auditions vs acting on set.
Hi guys please I need your advice from experience. So my story is that I've been going for auditions for a while now and so far I've been picked for only three roles. However I've been able unable to act those three roles so I've never ever acted on set. My only experience in acting is in auditions and that's the thing…
Reddit · 29 Nov 2019
[Guide] Memorizing Lines
# Introduction Memorizing lines is an important part of the actor's craft. Many of us know the struggle of being "on book" during rehearsal. Once we're "off book", it allows more opportunity for an increased sense of creativity, playfulness, and awareness that comes from not having to struggle to remember our lines. It…
Reddit · 29 Nov 2019
How can I move to america and become an actor as a child?
I'm a 13 year old boy that loves acting and I've been doing it since I was 8. I am self taught and how I've been learning to act for the past 5 years is taking scripts from movies or episode of tv shows and taking my own spin of the character or just remaking the scenes. I have gotten to a point where I think I could d…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Does Anyone Have Experience Working With Funimation?
I’m a voice actor in Dallas and I’ve been looking for places to do some animation work. Funimation really seems like the best game in town, but the only contact info they’ve given me is an email address to get on their open audition waitlist (which they told me could take years to hear back). I’m a non-union actor and…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
I could really use some advice! I feel very behind and want to make the right decision.
Hi everyone! This might be a little long, sorry in advance. I’m new to posting on reddit. I’d be so grateful if you could hear my rambling and reasoning out and tell me your thoughts! I’m having trouble deciding what the right move is as far as starting an acting career. There are many different paths to take and I’m w…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Gossip Girl Auditions
Does anyone know if audition invitations have gone out yet for the Gossip Girl auditions on Actors Access? Just curious if they were doing a mass casting call for this, or if they were just picking and choosing a handful of people. I know they were casting a Netflix show on Actors Access around this time last year, and…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 28
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 · 28 Nov 2019
Let my voice be heard!
Being a small time streamer and active on social platforms like discord, I've been asked whether i'd like to take up voice acting, or why I'm not a voice actor yet. Doing a little internet research here and there, I stumbled upon this subreddit and figured I'd ask here. I'm currently looking for gear, that being most n…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Possible ways of practicing acting at home?
I don’t have any acting classes near me but I do have a passion for acting. I was wondering if anyone knows ways to practice at home (should I just find and read scripts, keep submitting myself on actors access, etc.). I’m a 16 year old male and both of my parents both are supporting me fully. they can be a reader. tha…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Canadians, are the only castings agents have access to the ones that we can see on Casting Workbook?
Recently got an agent and got on Casting Workbook/Actor's Access and idk why but I thought there'd be more projects. I'm searching for and getting submitted for Canada wide stuff right now but sometimes only a few projects will come out each day with only a few specific/obscure roles. Is there a part of these websites…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Light vs. Heavy rehearsal for film
Sorry if the title may sound confusing, but what I'm trying to get at is; most actors rehearse for weeks and sometimes even months for a play, so once they get on stage they know all their blockings and lines word for word. But for film, wouldn't it be a smarter approach to maybe only memorize your lines and have an un…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Anyone going through a "I dont want to be a professional MT actor, but still wants that?
Hello, Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I'm trying to decide why i don't want to focus wholy on acting. I still want to study aspects of Musical Theater, and get into some. I don't want to do them only though or go to broadway,etc. I just want to have those experiences in my training. I'm hoping to find some kind of school…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
In need of reassurance
I’ve never wanted to be an actor before until recently where I got a random feeling that I should go to acting school. I don’t have any experience and I don’t know if I want to form an acting career or try at least. But I love the art of acting and would like to get comfortable and confident enough to addition for role…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
The other night I performed in front of 400 people for the very first time. (Small victory)
I enjoy reading people’s stories of success on here, and I wanted to share my small victory with you all. First of all I’m 22. I started acting in the spring of 2016, I took a beginners meisner course in NYC and took the more advanced class after that. And it was there in which I learned that I wanted to be an actor. B…
Reddit · 28 Nov 2019
Looking for a male Japanese voice actor for a short villain dialogue
Hello, I‘m looking for a male native Japanese speaker, somewhere between 20-45 years old, with a deep voice. You would read one of two characters in a dialogue script of about two pages (of which about 2/3 or a bit more is your role). I estimate it would amount to about five minutes of speech, but I can‘t judge the len…
Reddit · 27 Nov 2019
Voice actors needed
I am making an animation trailer for a project I'm working based off my all time favorite game series, Five Nights at Freddy's, and I need voice actors. Now, I don't know how I would handle "pay" if at all, so think of this as experience. Here are the characters if you are interested (please send me a message if so) 1.…
Reddit · 27 Nov 2019
Asking advice to gain more acting skills
I’m currently taking drama in high school and I’ve been learning a bit of acting and mime. I sort of want to act on camera one day than theatre but taking theatre will be more experimental as I’m going to be performing in front of the audience in the coming months. I’m asking for advice from experienced actors who lear…
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
Name to credit myself w/ 4 Film
What’s a better name for an actor Shawn Holland Javonte Holland
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
anyone here deep in the Chicago scene?
So I'm looking for some advice and would love to ask Chicago actors, please post, thank you!
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
New Voice Actor and New Dad
Been training for years with voice teachers, acting teachers, singers, and self practice. I just purchased my first mic and am using Audacity to shape a Demo reel but I'm also welcoming my first child into the world and I'm so scared that I'm making a mistake. I have scripts to make a commercial reel and I have scripts…
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
Unpaid role as an extra/background actor ?
So I’ve been hired for an inde film, non union and no pay and supposedly includes IMDb credit but does include pay. The shoot is gonna be from 4pm till likely the early morning hours the next day. Is this fairly common to not be paid as an extra?
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
SAG Educational Contract
This might seem like a dumb or obvious question, but the film department at our local university is casting for their upcoming projects. One of the notes on the casting information is that they are SAG Educational projects, and it’s unclear to me what that means if non-union actors are cast or if it means anything at a…
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
Have a business idea for young actors to earn extra money and experience during the holidays. I don't want to be involved, just want to suggest it for the benefit of others. Text box
Hire yourself to act as the new s/o of singles who want someone to spice things up around the dinner table. One could practice roles, counter the drunk uncles political rant, etc. It could work
Reddit · 26 Nov 2019
Shaving my head
As a male stage actor (primarily, I dabble in film) with a receding hair line, would it be a bad idea to shave my head and wear wigs/hair pieces to certain auditions?
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
[Advice on an acting coach]: Do you think good actors are able to do a variety of roles or could they be good at similar sorts of roles?
Trying to decide if I should take lessons with this acting coach and leave my current one. Recently met with this new one who has an entirely different approach then my teacher now. He's more into the idea that actors should be able to break out of their own habits so they can play a variety of roles whereas my profess…
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
Architecture degree in the film industry
It's my last year in architecture and I have been thinking alot about using my skills in the world of film. I want to follow my first dream and become an actor as well!! What's the best job I can get in order to use my skills as a designer to help out in movies and at the same time make connections and in a way take ad…
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
Leave the link to your personal website!
I’m in the midst of creating a personal website to showcase my portfolio as an actor. And I’m looking for inspiration, leave the links to your personal websites in the comments!
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
I have to play a murder victim and I’m not comfortable with one of the scenes.
I recently got the lead in a short film where the girlfriend of a detective gets murdered by one of the serial killers he’s investigating is actually one of her colleagues. I’ve seen the guys work in town before and I’m sure they’re professional, however I’m reluctant on filming it because my tongue is going to get sli…
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
Demo Reel / Actor's site feedback
I'd love any feedback on my demo reel. One note, I was told by my agents not to include commercial work so I've edited out a national commercial. Curious if anyone has had had the same feedback? [https://www.brentlyheilbron.com/acting-reel](https://www.brentlyheilbron.com/acting-reel) PS- any feedback on my actor's sit…
Reddit · 25 Nov 2019
I'm slowly becoming disconnected with my body as a performer and I don't know why
I love to act, ive been training and doing it for nearly forever but there's an element with me that I've notice wasting away and I can no longer use and that's physicality. You know how you as an actor can make daring physical choices or at least remove that barrier that just allow you to do things that you would not…