Hello I wanted to ask any fellow actors located in Texas if the industry was slow there
I'm a high school senior next year. I've wanted to be an actor since I was like ten, never got to try it until I was 13. I did my first acting class and did theatre throughout high school and well let's just say I got the acting bug. I love it. I love becoming characters and collaborating with talented actors in scenes and performing and breaking down scripts and everything. And I really want it as my career. I'm just nervous about senior year because it's my final year in high school theatre (and regional youth theatres) and then after that I have no clear path. I'm scared because I want to be a professional actor so badly, I don't care about being famous I just want consistent enough work in TV movies and theatre. I don't expect anything consistent for the first few years, and I know that it will take a long time before I get consistent enough work for bigger roles (aka guest star, recurring, or series regular; lead and supporting) and even when I reach that point it won't always be consistent. I'm aware of all that and I still want it. I have goals but I know they might not be reached in the way I imagine at all and that's okay. I'm ready to take on these challenges. But I'm still terrified. What my brain has done is it's trying to give me a deadline. It's trying to say I only have like 4 years to make it and I hate that. 4 years is nothing! I won't achieve anything. I'm not doing this career for four years. I want at least like 30 years or something. I mean c'mon, I've seen hundreds of non-famous acting careers they're all like 28 years minimum. I want to stick with thi slong-term because I love it and you never stop learning and improving which I love, and also there are so many ambitious (but not fame or money related) acting goals that I have, which include but aren't limited to: * acting on multi-cam sitcoms * booking a Shonda Rhimes (or any other top writer) show * booking a lot of recurring or guest star roles that are unique and out of the box * be in some of my favorite musicals These are just few of many and as you can see they are goals that will take a long time to achieve and even when I do they're goals that happen more than once if you know what I mean. Over time as I do more gigs and I figure out what kind of genres and roles I like I'll be more specific but for now this is what I have. Any reassurance/advice on how to get over the limiting belief of time and how I can focus on my goals because I can't get excited or focus on these important things when I am haunted by a limiting belief. Also if you have any good advice on what I should do right after high school is good (I plan on going to college to major in screenwriting because I also want to be a screenwriter someday)
The fact that a literal director had to explain to them why it's better to go with trained professional as opposed to exploiting popular names is just sad. I will never understand (especially in this day and age of animation and other voice acting mediums being so popular) that these companies honestly believe their product won't be successful if it doesn't have a big name(s) to exploit for profit. Not saying they can't rise to the occasion and do a good job, just that this mindset is toxic and ultimately helps no one.
I wanted to post here because she had some interesting takes on developing a stable life and not necessarily pouring your entire life into acting. I'd love to hear what the community thinks. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2UTQPLQ74U](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2UTQPLQ74U)
Hiya, I signed with my first agent in September. The agency is a starter agency and mainly finds work for young kids. Despite signing their actors in some decent films, commercials, roles In theatre, in the past six months, I have had not even one audition. I am 21. I don’t know if my age is the reason for it or if the agency just isn’t very good. Im still in the process of putting my showreel together, which may be the reason. My agent only has my headshots and a slate to put forward for me. However, there has been little to no communication with each other about this. I haven’t brought it up and neither has she. So I feel a little bit left in the dark. My question is, should I complete my showreel and see if it changes anything with her- Is it likely this will make a difference? Its probably best for me to keep searching for a different/ better agent, but it is worth giving her more of a chance? Or, will it be more beneficial fo leave for and apply to my own jobs on spotlight? I am already doing so on backstage and seeming to be somewhat successful. Thanks
Keep Submitting Yourself.When you have an agent, it’s easy to let this part fall to the wayside. But to keep your audition numbers up, you want to make sure you’re an active participant. Keep searching through Casting Networks and other casting platforms. If you do voiceover work or audiobook narration, look for platforms where you can put up your profile and demo tracks. Remember, your agent has many actors on the roster, and no one knows your work better than you. You might find a gig that would otherwise be missed or passed over.Communicate With Your Talent Representative.Even though you’re submitting for and possibly booking projects on your own, remember that you and your agent are always a team. Be open and communicative about the projects you might be booking. Have your agent look over any contracts before you sign them. For one thing, they may be able to help you negotiate better terms. For another, you don’t want to lock yourself into a project that pays pennies without letting your agent know, only to have them submit you for better-paying work that conflicts. Make sure you’re both on the same page about when and where you’re submitting.Remember to Factor in Fees.When looking at rates for projects you’re submitting to, remember to mentally factor in agent cuts and other expenses when you’re determining whether something is worth it. Sometimes these can be negotiated, but it’s important to keep in mind. If you’re auditioning for an audiobook, unless you have a home studio, remember you’ll have to factor in studio rates, and possibly hire an editor. Don’t say yes to something off the bat without considering what it might cost you.- Casting Network#actor #agent #manager
I learned a powerful lesson from Legendary Carol Burnett.
The similarities between practicing martial arts and practicing the art of acting never cease to amaze me. Take this quote (unlikely to have actually been from Bruce Lee but still very relevant.) It can be applied word for word to our study and implementation of acting technique. There are so many schools of acting, and just like the various schools of martial arts, many contain valuable techniques and insights, but perhaps not everything will be applicable to each practitioner. Therefore, we as performers need to study widely, and find what works best for us as individuals, based on our own needs and the situation (script) at hand. Similarly, not everything we learn will be relevant or indeed work for us. One vital skill for actors (as it is for martial artists) is to identify what is working and what will hold us back, and discard the latter. Finally, the most special and important aspect of art - what is unique about us as artists and how we can manifest that in what we do. In martial arts, we start (in the classical styles) by learning patterns and then eventually move on to how to apply those techniques But along the way, the discerning artist will bring part of the themselves into those techniques and adapt them into something that is truly their own. And that's what the most successful and stand out actors do. They don't simply read the lines they are given, but inject the words and scenes with something different, something of their own experiences and souls, that lets you feel that performance, that moment, and lets you remember it for a very long time. The uniqueness that the best of the best bring is rare, but it's what any artist should be aiming for, no matter who their audience is.
I’m discussing moving here from another area and have already done some research and had some suggestions on good studios for classes and agencies to apply to. My question is just that: best case scenario, is it possible to make it full-time as an actor these types of markets, or would I be destined to only finding sparing, low low budget projects and school shorts or need to move again?
I am unsure if this is the exact sub for this type of question, but my guess is that Voice Actors have experience with this topic. Basically, when recording long audio sections for my videos, I always end up quickly losing power and stability in my voice, while generally getting heavily exhausted in the process, beyond the voice. What can I do to improve this? Take more breaks? Specific training? It feels really bad knowing that I will be extremely tired after just around a 20 minute recording.
Me and my small team are in search of two male voice actors to do leading roles in a webseries we are making. There would be around 6 chapters of the series. Each chapter at least 30 minutes long. You will get paid 100$ per chapter. Direct message me with an application.
I just need to locate this type of information or possibly contacts to their agents.
\*note\* This is not judgmental, aggressive, or ranting, I am merely trying to be optimistic and bring something to our attention I've seen some people complain about film/TV work sometimes. Guys, I know it's more technical than stage acting (and theatre is wonderful), but at the end of the day it's still acting. We're still doing what we love. We love telling stories and playing characters that intrigue us, and that part doesn't change across any medium. And film/TV can be just as creatively fulfilling, especially with a lot of the *amazing* writing in TV I've seen these (I'm also an aspiring screenwriter so I'm picky with this stuff but there is a LOT of good writing in many series these days) And the indie film industry is super good too! And yes, waiting around is a part of the job, but a lot of the times if it's a good day we're filming at a faster pace on the film or TV show we're currently working on and/or we have more to do that day in general. Also, film/TV provides us with an opportunity to tackle new things every day. Is it hard to film out of order? Hell yeah, but there are techniques that can help us stay present even when doing so. And a lot of times in TV you go through one audition process for a role that appears in many episodes (whether it was written that way or you were added in more because they liked you!!) My point is, yes theatre is wonderful, yes we have more control as actors, and yes it's where I got my start, and yes I absolutely love it, but we don't have to look down on film/TV. In fact I hate it when people do. Film and TV can be just as exciting. They each have their pros and cons, and we need to acknowledge that. Just try to be positive. You're not going to hate every single experience you have in any medium, but you're not going to love every single one either but that's normal guys. Each experience you have is different and that's what's beautiful.
It is moderated by Ahab Talent, but I felt the responses by the group were authentic.
Never heard of this or this term before. I just saw this online and I would love to know your guys thoughts on this https://www.ebosscanada.com/news/an-actor-needs-your-feedback.html
What would it be to improve yourself?
So six years ago I took a job as an actors permanent stand in and pretty much stopped even seeking new auditions. The show went to series there were a few movies and well, it felt like acting work. But it really was a true full time job. So I stopped, took a day job in order to get my bearings and get back to the only thing I’ve ever really tried to do for a living. Here’s the question. I know there’s some big stigma to these sorts of jobs. But I’ve also added exactly one role to my resume in that time. Do I explain what I’ve been doing with the last six years? It all seemed pretty reasonable if only to see some stuff, meet some people, and get my bearings. But in retrospect it was a bad call. The last time I “started” was much clearer but now frankly I think I’m worse than when I was brand new. I’ve got some thick skin here, but I’m in a big market and a six year absence is well… it’s real. I’m also older and have lost track of the CD’s who actually used to call. I’m still sort of new to reddit, but I think this might be the sort of question it is for?
I've had a lot of anxiety post-pandemic with performing and I think a big part of that is not performing regularly. Would anyone be interested in meeting up over video (zoom, google meet, etc) and working on scenes, talking about where we are at with our acting, etc. I am based in Los Angeles and don't have an agent or manager. I've taken several classes at various studios here. Just looking for support and a fellow actor to practice with. :)
Looking for a male actor age range 60- 80 for a short film. needed 1- 2 hours. plz dm
I’m an actor, I made some connections and we are working on a feature film. It’s all collaborations, so it’s unpaid. I volunteered to do casting because I’ve always been interested in it, posted a casting for 2 roles, on mandy. unpaid. A male and female 20-30 any ethnicity, received over 200 submissions for both. I can’t believe that many people were applying for unpaid roles shooting Monday-Friday one week in may, insane!! I understand now why I’m not getting as many responses on there as I hope to, I can’t imagine the amount of applicants for something paid. In Toronto too, so areas like LA probably get way more!!
Hi how’s it going :) I’m 22M and I’m looking to speak to fellow actors that are interested in acting and if they’ve got any advice I can use as I’m looking to act and at the least go for my dream. DM’s open
I was not very good when I first began auditioning for projects. I had no idea what I was supposed to do.Auditioning for Film TV or Commercials Can Be Hard Learn 7 Unbelievably Easy Ways to Prepare Before Your Next Audition For Powerful Results https://youtu.be/56WFcLVvC0c Have audition preparation suggestions, share them here.
Soooo ever since I got the lead in a play in 5th grade I have been acting in plays and obsessed. I have a degree in Sociology and I just hate social work. I live in Hawaii and the agents and agencies here are pretty horrible. I never tried to be a film actor but honestly I think it’s the only thing I can do. I have no idea how to start and want one based in LA which I heard isn’t unheard of when you live in Hawaii or other places. Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated. Please help I actually wanna try but just never knew how too and honestly don’t think I can do anything else.
Have you heard about voices.ai ? A newly formed subsidiary of voices.com ? This has got to be a wind up right??? a miss timed April fools joke? Because with blog posts like this I don't think they have our best interests at heart, no mention of ethics, or copyright, or rights etc.... [https://www.voices.ai/blog/how-to-create-an-ai-voice/](https://www.voices.ai/blog/how-to-create-an-ai-voice/) >"HOW TO CREATE AN AI VOICE" \#1. Gather Data Find text or audio samples that use simple language, like children’s books or transcripts of conversations at a grade school level. This data will teach the AI how to speak in a similar style. Gather a large dataset containing text or audio samples relevant to your target language style and domain. This dataset may include transcriptions, dialogues, or other text/audio content. For an AI voice, you’ll need both text and corresponding audio data. Preprocess the data by cleaning it, removing noise, and converting it into a suitable format for the AI model. If this is for real then David has really nailed his colours to the mast on the "about us" page [https://www.voices.ai/about-us/](https://www.voices.ai/about-us/) >About our Founder My name is David Ciccarelli, the CEO and Founder of Voices.com and Voices.ai. Over the last 20 years, I’ve witnessed the rapid development of voice technology. First, it was digital audio recordings and the emergence of home recording studios. Then, the Internet ushered in online marketplaces where creators, marketers and producers can search for, audition and hire professional voice actors. Voices.com is now home to over 4 million members from 160 countries around the world. Now, creators and developers are using digital voices generated by AI for videos, games and other applications. >>It’s my vision for Voices.ai to be the #1 AI voice development platform. Thanks for joining me on this journey.
Keep in mid that I'm young and just curios about the acting world(bc I want to be an actor). I want be an actor like on screen stuff but also a voice actors. I watch videos on YouTube about how to be a voice actor but in the videos they talk about Indie games , commercials and audio books(not saying I dont like that type of jobs) but I just curios abbot how do I get auditions for big names company like Ubisoft or Supermassive . I get that you have to work to get to that level but if you get to that level to you just get the auditions or is there something else you have to due. Also how do on screen actors get voice acting roles. For example Paul Zinno. He is not a famous actor or anything like that but I saw him in a game called The Dark Pictures Anthology : House of Ashes and his voice acting was so good after looking at his IMDB he mainly dose on screen stuff( he did due a few dubbing jobs tho) so dose he have a separate voice acting agent besides his on screen agent? Sorry if I sound stupid( I probably due ) but again I am new to studying acting/voice acting so pls don't get mad at me
As a new( er) actor still focused on building her resume I got an audition request for a political ad I don’t agree with… do i take it for the credit or decline?
Looking to meetup and run scenes with other aspiring actors. Hi guys, I'm a SAG-AFTRA actor who used to act and audition a lot when he was way younger, abandoned it all to focus on a tech career, then got inspired to jump back in after the pandemic. I'm currently in Long Island City. Basically I'd love to network with other actors of all levels who want to run scenes, polish monologues, read for each other etc. I'm currently taking courses at Russell Acting Studio in Manhattan. I also am super into craft beer and video games.
I am a 16 year old boy who is in love with acting and movies in general. It is my dream to be an actor, but I live in a very small town in Texas that has no auditions, agencies, or really any market for acting in general. This fact bothers me daily, and I was wondering if there is anything I can do to still pursue my dream despite this. ​ I live about an hour and 45 minutes away from dallas
There is couple of uncredited actors in scarface i am sure i seen them in other spanish movies but the problem is they are uncredited. So i wonder who should i email the director or producers if i want to know their names ??
I was accepted to the Actors Studio Drama School at Pace for the fall but tuition is so expensive. Even with a decent scholarship I will still pay $35k before cost of living per year. Looking for anyone’s advice if it is worth it to go. Any insights on the program or if it’s worth it to live in NYC. I auditioned for URTAs on a whim this year while I was finishing my undergrad (BFA MT performance) and got accepted to more schools than I expected. I would be curious if auditioning again and for more schools next year would be worth it but I’m afraid to pass up this opportunity. Also any thoughts about the program specifically. I see it listed as a top school on some websites but on others it seems overhyped. They also claim a lot of alumni that went to ASDS when it was at NYU (pre 2006) but don’t seem to highlight their more recent alum. What’s the deal?
Hi, I'm Sherry Blackwell and I want to be an actor. I had this dream since I was a kid and told my mom at 21 that I wanted to attend an acting school in NYC. She was dead set against it; me being the good kid I was I obeyed and decided to study film/tv production instead. I'm glad I did study film because I also love to write and have directed some short films as well. However, that's not quite working as of yet. I started this journey at 27 and now I'm 46 and just realizing that my biggest dream was to be in front of the camera, not behind it. I've looked on Backstage, etc. but a lot of these sites want you to pay $$$$. Does anyone know of casting call websites that are free?
So I'm created a new audio drama podcast where I'll be voicing one of the characters, but the other actors will be recording remote. This is my first foray into such a large production, and the first time I'm in a directorial role. I've heard different things on if I should have a Zoom call with the actors or if I should continue to communicate through text and email. I've been able to get the idea across of how I want the characters to sound, but I can always do a full read to hammer it home. My question is should I do a Zoom call to talk with them as emails are super formal? I'm unsure of what a Zoom call would entail when I can more accurately write my thoughts down, but maybe I'm coming at this from the wrong way. Would you prefer if a director had a call with you or because it's remote it doesn't matter as much?
Hi all, When I started acting in the UK, I had to change to a stage name in order to join Spotlight (similar to Actor's Access in the UK, but they have a name check). I did so, and have continued using that stage name after I moved to the US. Now living in the US, I am trying to join Equity but am told my stage name is not available, however my legal name (which I would like to use) is. My question is about how this intersects with other unions. What happens if, down the line, I want to join SAG-AFTRA, WGA, SDC etc, and they have someone registered with my legal name that I've been using through Equity? Whatever name I pick now I really want to make sure I don't have to change again or don't want to have to use a different name for stage vs screen etc. Luckily since I don't live in the UK anymore I don't need to worry about the Spotlight conflict, but if that were just another union I wanted to still be a part of I would already be having this issue. Does anyone have any advice? Or should I just use the name I want with Equity and cross that bridge if it's an issue in the future with another union?
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This is my first time ever being in a situation about acting, so I have literally NO knowledge beforehand and am a bit unsure about this. Recently a friend or more acquaintance of mine randomly asked me if I would like to take part in the casting of his film. I was a bit surprised, since I knew he studies something with writing in a totally different field, but one of his friends studies film production and they got together. The meet-up was yesterday, but since I was sick my friend gave me all the information, general stuff (a lot of boring general things, but this is germany) that you have to sign as well as a bit of the story and the characters and that the casting would be during the evening and night in the weekends of May and that filming would start in June. The note about the general things gave me kind of weird vibes, saying that "of course there will be drinks and bread at the set, nobody will starve" or "the gas costs for your cars will probably be paid" and "we demand new clothes for the movie, but it is likely this will be paid too". It reminded me of some work memes, because...isn't this the bare minimum that we have food at the set? Long story short, I asked my friend a bit concerned what the pay-off was, but I already felt like with their wording in the first few sentences ("You hereby understand that this is a rare opportunity and it can boost you for the future, our little project, so please take it seriously" etc etc) that him and his friend feel like "Exposure is enough". Like I said, I asked him politely about it. Acting is a lot of work. I do content creation, singing and voice acting and it takes a lot of my time since I do it full-time. Additionally, my mother and a friend of mine used to act in the background for films and commercial and even if it was just a small job, they got a bit of money. He politely told me "This is our new start-up and we have to pay so much. The locations, food, gas, people for the make-up etc. We do have a mid 4 digit money available somewhere for a 60 minute 4k film, but this is all done voluntarily. If it does end up making money after we send it away and it does gain traction, as far as I know we legally have to pay the actors. But for now, no. You do not get any money but you do not lose anything and get a big oppurtunity through us." I do not really know what to do. On top of it, they also want to make their own music due to copyright and wanted me to sing the OST - for free as well. A lot of people were at the meeting and some of them even studied acting, so despite him giving me compliments about my experience and his director personally saying he'd like to meet me, I do not think I'd get one of the 3 female roles available, but I do not know if I should really do all of it for free and work hard during the night and evening for possible months...It just threw me off how they both make it sound like "This is such a big possible opportunity" kind of like when influencers pay in exposure. My friend and family are really excited, since I always kind of eyed acting but sticked to my voice being my best asset. They tell me I should do it and the next meet up and casting is next week. I thought I could seek some advice on here. I am sure I could definitely not sway them in anyway and I also do not want to make my friend angry, since he literally gave me some tips for the auditing and it seems like he really wants me in his movie.
I will give you a brief overview of my situation. I'm 17. I have always been a boy with interpretive interest. I have always loved acting on any occasion, impersonating, making people laugh, etc. Last year I did my first theater workshop in Barcelona, and it was a success for me, basically I shined and I did great. I received compliments from teachers and friends' parents, my """"talent"""" took me by surprise. This year I have started to do theater in a more famous place, and although I have much less role than in the last play I did, I feel that I cannot develop well, I don't feel comfortable in practice with the rest of my classmates... I feel like I don't fit the character well, or what I'm doing gives me a bit of "cringe", like everyone sees me and doesn't take me seriously (they're not the same classmates I had in last year's workshop and they have never seen me act "well"). The teacher is a very good person but I myself put some pressure on myself and I feel that everyone is looking at me. I am absolutely obsessed with acting. I can't watch movies the same as before, I just look at how the actors do it. It is a moment in my life where I like so many things, I don't know what to study, but I am obsessed with the life that actors have. I wan't to be that, I wan't to be like them. I love the concept, I am passionate about interpreting characters, different realities. I would really love to dedicate myself to this, go to the United States... But I remember that at 17 I have not done any important work, like Timothee Chalamet at my age or other renowned young actors, and to top it off in this one, which is simple , I'm not doing well, and there are only 4 practice sessions left and I still don't know the script. I just feel like I could do much more that what Im doing, showing and expressing right now. It would be nice to hear the experience from other actors. Thank you a lot for reading.
Do y’all notice this? A lot of film only actors thinking they are better then theater actors? It’s the weirdest thing ever.
The Green Agency posted on Instagram that they were seeking submissions for actors/models; I reached out and submitted my website/reels/h&r and they got back to me just now with an invitation to what seems like an onboarding Zoom call. While I am very excited about the prospect of being represented, I can't help but feel a little skeptical about the phrasing of the email: *"We are having a ZOOM MEETING on \[day\]* *where we will review what we will need from you for representation. This will include photos, digitals, social media handles and other important information. We will also be sending you on-boarding information and a contract.* *You MUST attend the ZOOM meeting. The call will take about 45 minutes and we will send a call recap afterwards with important details as far as next steps and what we’ll need from your end in order to move forward."* Am I crazy for finding this sketchy? I only submitted my stuff and now I'm attending an onboarding meeting? I don't feel comfortable signing a contract this quickly, and I feel like the speed of which this offer came is a bit alarming. Does anyone have experience with The Green Agency? Or know of any fellow actors who have? Any insight is much appreciated!!
I know this may upset some people but I am unvaccinated and looking to audition for roles but I am unsure if it is pointless, do I need to be vaccinated for most major roles in NY and CA?
In your opinion does reality TV like the different love shows help or hurt someone trying to be a serious actor?
​ [Animation Sample](https://i.redd.it/1g4cv1hypxva1.gif) I'm currently looking to expand some of the animated work in my portfolio. Looking for a female voice actress for 3 lines of dialogue. Ideally someone mid 20s with an ethereal voice presentation. Attached is a section of the animated shot and character the voice work would be for. $10.00 USD starting. DM with any interest and work samples! May request more work in the future if this small project goes well. I can be more easily contacted on Instagram at: emmasawyerart
I, and my classes, consider myself a decent enough actor to book. Problem is I went to three auditions and quickly realized I suck at auditioning. I figured out my plan, remembered my lines, but when I'm in front of the directors either stiff as cardboard or forgetting parts of the sides. I was always so confident during preparation but that confident is gone with the wind as soon as I start acting which is too late to double back. What's your trick for getting over the nerve?
I’ve recently thought about and discovered that I am consciously afraid of pain. My own pain, other people’s pain, and the pain of characters, which ties into acting. My personal pain makes me feel shame, weak, helpless, alone and broken. I feel like learning about and absorbing other people’s pain is just more of a burden on me, who is trying to escape and deal with my own pain, which feels more than enough. This makes me afraid of bringing the pain of a character I’m playing to life. I can’t imagine bringing to life and feeling pain of Hamlet, King Lear, Oedipus Rex, or other compelling, tragic characters during the preparation and process of working on a role. Nobody likes to feel pain, me included. But I know it’s our jobs as actors to do so. I’m afraid of facing and connecting with my own pain and / or vividly imagining the pain of the role I’m working on to really connect with and experience the role I’m in. How can I overcome this fear and learn to embrace pain (not just my own, but the pain of others and the character I’m playing) to enhance my abilities as an actor? Thanks everyone
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I had Backstage and paid for that subscription for a while but everything posted on there now seems to be a little fishy. Maybe I’m just setting it too specific, I don’t know. I use Actors Access a lot but was curious to know if anyone uses IMDBPro or another casting site for TV/Film or theater. I’m non-Union and not represented (literally haven’t booked a paid job yet) so I’m trying to figure out what sites are worth my time and energy, and if I’m missing some good ones I’ll add them to my list! Thanks!
So i do a lot of film work and im gonna have to join sag soon. Im wondering though if I can still do unpaid community theater after I join. Getting speaking roles on film is rare and even when you do book something more often than not its not enough to really sink your teeth into and give your acting muscle a good work out. Community theater is basically like going to the gym to stay fit but for acting. And what about equity actors? Are they allowed to do community theater?
Hello! I have British and Canadian citizenship. I currently live in Vancouver, Canada but have been contemplating moving to London, UK. Any actors who live in either of those locations and can provide insight on what country would be better to learn the craft, book gigs, gain success? Appreciate your insight!
So a few weeks back I got casted in a play called on strivers row apparently they had been working on the play for 6 months and some of the cast left and i filled in. It was funny how i got the part as ive always wanted to be an actor and got one of the main roles. My castmates were impressed i learned the script in two weeks and we finished showings this past sunday. Im currently a sophomore in college as a criminal justice major and always wanted to act but never had the chance to show it. Now im left with this feeling of you did great but i want more to do and to be. the head of the Department also asked if i could double major.my castmates all said i did well and grew in the short time but now i feel kind of lost. Any help or advice would be appreciated.
This requires a combination of skill development, networking, and perseverance. Here are some tips to help you stand out in the acting industry:- Training: Continuously improve your acting skills by attending acting classes, workshops, or pursuing a degree in theater arts or drama. Learn various acting techniques.- Versatility: Develop a wide range of skills, including singing, dancing, stage combat, or playing musical instruments. This will make you more marketable and open up opportunities in different aspects of the industry.- Build a strong portfolio: Create a professional resume, headshots, and a demo reel showcasing your acting range and versatility. Update these materials regularly.- Networking: Establish relationships with fellow actors, directors, casting agents, and other industry professionals. Attend workshops, industry events, and networking gatherings to meet new people and make connections.- Audition frequently: Be proactive in seeking out audition opportunities, whether through talent agencies, online casting websites, or social media groups. The more auditions you attend, the more exposure and experience you'll gain.- Take on diverse roles: Seek out different types of roles, including theater, film, television, and commercial work, to develop a broad range of acting experiences and increase your adaptability.- Develop a strong online presence: Create a personal website and maintain active social media profiles to showcase your work and connect with fans and industry professionals. - Cultivate resilience: Rejection is an inevitable part of the acting industry. Learn to handle it gracefully and use it as a learning experience to improve your skills and approach.- Stay informed: Keep up with industry trends, news, and casting calls by following relevant websites, blogs, or social media channels. Staying informed can help you identify opportunities and stay ahead of the competition.- Continuous improvement: Always be open to feedback and strive to improve your craft. Reflect on your performances and seek constructive criticism from mentors, coaches, and peers.#actor #acting
I’ve taken group classes for years but also use a private coach just for some bigger auditions. I found a class that I’ve been wanting to try, but after learning it’s 4 hours on Thursday nights I’m thinking private coaching may fit me more. I work 9-5 everyday and time matters to me more and more as I get older, is it bad I don’t want to sit in a class for 4 hours? Is even a 30 minute private coaching just as valuable? Is there a lot more value in taking group classes with other actors?
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