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How do I break into comedic acting?

How do I break into comedic acting?

Posted on Apr 19th

Everything i read for is dramatic. Which makes sense, as that's how i've marketed myself thus far. But i'm trying to expand now. I'm pretty bored reading for procedurals. I will always love the super dark stuff, but I'd like to branch out into comedic acting now. I have some new headshots that reflect that and I just signed with a new agent that's decently reputable in LA. How could I go about trying to get seen for more comedic roles? I'm a grown adult with a full time job, so starting a youtube channel making comedic skits with friends doesn't really appeal to me at this point, unfortunately i don't have a network of professional, talented, actors with strong enough work ethic to do that, and I also value making real adult money with my time vs. doing amateur self producing that doesn't ever really lead to anything. What's the best way to try and get into comedic acting>?

Actor is very talented, but doesn't have screen presence. Stuck on what to do?

Actor is very talented, but doesn't have screen presence. Stuck on what to do?

Posted on Apr 19th

Hey all -Has anyone ever been in a similar situation? It might sound shallow, but there's a reason PAUL MESCAL and MARGOT ROBBIE beat out other talent on projects because of their screen presence on top of the talent. I'm in the middle of casting for a narrative music video for a major artist and the strongest talent I've found has amazing emotional ability, but they're screen presence feels a bit off. Their head is shaped a bit strange and jaw elongated a bit wider than normal. It's tough because I know they'd be able to deliver the performance, but I also know the industry is also a VISUAL industry and why more "beautiful" talent are picked over others - because screen presence (easy on the eyes for the viewer) plays a role - for both men and women.

How much should I charge on fiver as a beginner voice actor?

How much should I charge on fiver as a beginner voice actor?

Posted on Apr 19th

I'm just getting in to VA and wondering how much I should charge.

Actors of Reddit, is it worth going to a school such as USC for acting or go to UCLA on a full ride and study communications while taking acting classes on the side?

Actors of Reddit, is it worth going to a school such as USC for acting or go to UCLA on a full ride and study communications while taking acting classes on the side?

Posted on Apr 19th

To make this short, commitment day is coming up and I’m having a hard time choosing which school to go to. I’m a bit newer to acting and don’t have as much experience and have two amazing schools to choose from, I’m having trouble choosing between the two. At USC I’d be paying about 7-8k a year and at UCLA I got a full ride. What would be the best choice to make for someone who wants to be involved in acting and the entertainment industry while making connections?

Did anyone else think they were a good actor until they had to audition?

Did anyone else think they were a good actor until they had to audition?

Posted on Apr 19th

i feel like i was confident and then the audition killed my confidence lol. how did y’all move past this?

I’m 19 but look like i’m about 14/15 and want to become an actor. Are these good characteristics to go for it?

I’m 19 but look like i’m about 14/15 and want to become an actor. Are these good characteristics to go for it?

Posted on Apr 19th

I’m also athletic as I play college soccer, played basketball and baseball, I bowl with a national championship winning college, but i feel that’s irrelevant tbh. I’m also not very tall; 5’6 to be exact which makes me look a lot younger. Also, asian background.

Novice Acting Classes LA

Novice Acting Classes LA

Posted on Apr 19th

I currently live in Los Angeles and I've always been super interested in acting. I'm finally in a position where I can take the time to explore acting and develop my skills. I've got next to no experience (a couple mediocre acting classes here and there, but no performances), so, after browsing this sub, it seems the best place to start is acting classes. However, given that I live in Los Angeles, and it's such a vast market for actors, I'm a little daunted by finding a class. I'm looking for something that is accessible as a complete novice, but is still high quality and will leave me plenty of room to grow as I develop my craft. In looking around, I've seen good things about a few schools, including Beverly Hills Playhouse, Taylor Acting Studio, and Richard Lawson school. I was wondering if anyone had any opinions on these schools as a novice, or insights/tips on any other schools or where to start? Any help is much appreciated, thanks!

Getting picked up by the production manager!?

Getting picked up by the production manager!?

Posted on Apr 19th

Hi guys I booked a commercial through actors access and was wondering if it’s normal for the client relation manager to pick up talent and drive them to the shoot location? It’s an outdoor remote location.

Acting College Courses for Voice Acting Advice?

Acting College Courses for Voice Acting Advice?

Posted on Apr 19th

I (19 F) just began acting within the last few months. I attend a community college and am a little under halfway done completing an Associate's degree in Performing Arts centered on Theatre, to expand my acting skills. My ultimate goal, however, is voice acting. I have taken non-university and non-college classes for VO online. I actively audition for small, non-union VO projects. My goals are to one day hit the, "big leagues," especially in character acting for games and animation, but I'm aware I'll commonly be doing trailers, promos, commercials, etc. too, to do VO full-time and support myself, potentially. That being said, 2023 is the first year I've EVER pursued acting in any capacity. I am interested in musical theatre as a hobby or build-up to VO since it emphasizes acting and vocal work (and singing is another area of interest to me), but I know VO is my endgoal and I do not want to pursue theatre for the rest of my life. I've been looking at universities with theatre/drama programs (Penn State, Towson, etc.) plus drama-focused schools (LAMDA, AMDA, etc.) to eventually transfer to. They all seem interesting, and I'm sure some are better suited for my finances than others, but none seem to really be focused in VO. That's fine, and I know plenty of voice actors that had their beginnings in theater, but I'm curious if there are any programs or schools that can really suit someone like me. tl;dr Anyone know any good programs to develop acting AND vocal skills for voice over work, that aren't just theatre?

Sag question need help

Sag question need help

Posted on Apr 19th

Hello fellow actor people! I’m relatively new to this industry, and I am just confusing myself about getting sag credits. I know you need three to join. Do ULB films count towards eligibility? I have heard yes and no. Thanks guys! Keep killing it!

Make Your On Camera Narration Performances Powerful - 7 Amazing Strategies

Make Your On Camera Narration Performances Powerful - 7 Amazing Strategies

Posted on Apr 18th

Watch this quick tip video and learn how to make your on-camera narration performances powerful.And, get a link to a free website so you can practice being great with reading a teleprompter.https://youtu.be/CSBR8z1vV7kHave experience with on-camera narrations, please share your tips and techniques on the channel so we can all learn from each other.

Drove my booth around today

Drove my booth around today

Posted on Apr 18th

I drove around today (cars can make for an excellent booth) and did impromptu voiceovers with a sprinkle of silliness for some random places. This was definitely enough fun to want to do again. Fellow voice actors, I think we could make this into a fun trend! P.S. I made sure to read the rules, however, if I have misunderstood something and this post is seen as going against said rules, please remove accordingly and go easy on me with the ban hammer. Please and thank you

My dream role is being made! I have the showrunner's assistant's email. What do I do?

My dream role is being made! I have the showrunner's assistant's email. What do I do?

Posted on Apr 18th

Hi there! I am so so torn, and lost! I need some advice on what I should do? For context: There is this dream role that I have always wanted to play and would die for the chance to even just audition for, and they are currently in development for it! The character is a very specific ethnicity and I fit that bill! I have been acting for a few years and am represented ATB and have tried to mention to my team to look out for an audition for the role (as it is SO specific and I fit the character!) or if possible for them to pitch my packet and materials as I have the showrunner and showrunner's assistant's email from them guest speaking at my school (if possible!). However, my team has basically said that the role is probably already filled, and regardless they wouldn't even really consider me anyways (harsh, but true! I understand what they mean), or if they see it pop up, they'll submit me and not to worry. I understand completely what they mean, but I also know if I just sit here and wait and then all of a sudden I see the role has been filled the next day, I would absolutely heartbroken that I didn't at least try something. A colleague of mine suggested I should email my packet and materials over to the showrunner's assistant myself just to make an introduction/pitch since my reps won't do it for me. I'm not sure if this is even appropriate? Will I get blacklisted or in trouble for doing so? Is this highly frowned upon? Or is this completely normal? (Note: They have not publicly listed who the Casting Director is so I cannot submit my materials to them!) For more context, this project is HUGE, but again it is also needing a specific age/gender and ethnicity that pretty much no actors that are currently big in the business fit. Any advice would REALLY help. Truly just want to go about this right, while also not leaving me with regret for the rest of my life (if I don't have to!!) TLDR: My dream role is in development and I have the email for the showrunner's assistant and don't know if it is appropriate to reach out to them!

Should I email an agency asking them to attend my play?

Should I email an agency asking them to attend my play?

Posted on Apr 18th

I have a performance next week for a play. I am currently non union but a community theater actor and my goal is to be represented. I was wondering if it’s okay or unprofessional to email an agency if they could come see my play? I have a theatrical resume I have been building for the past year and I really want them to see my potential up close. Is this a bad Idea?

As a high school student what can I do to prepare myself to get into the film industry as an actor?

As a high school student what can I do to prepare myself to get into the film industry as an actor?

Posted on Apr 18th

I am very interested in becoming an actress and plan on going to a college in California. I have been part of my schools theater program since freshman year and my school also offers acting classes for film which I have taken. Is there anything else I can do to prepare myself?

Film Casting Exec Producers Also As Talent

Film Casting Exec Producers Also As Talent

Posted on Apr 18th

A film I auditioned for announced its cast and most of the cast all belong to the same agency and are also executive producers. Why even send notices to agencies if you're just going to hire your producers as talent? A lot of these castings seem performative to me. When you look at who gets cast, when you connect the dots they are always established nepotism actors or people connected in other ways to the film.

Feeling stuck as an Actress. Feedback (and reassurance) needed!

Feeling stuck as an Actress. Feedback (and reassurance) needed!

Posted on Apr 18th

Hi Everybody! To give everyone some background: 1. Started acting in December 2020 and got my first agent in January 2021 and was booking amazing ads with some great companies 2. Signed to a new agent to get more TV and Film opportunities in Boston and recently signed over with CESD under their commercial print department (NYC) 3. Had a manager but we stopped working together 4. Have had multiple auditions for multiple projects filming in the Boston area, just waiting! I’ve submitted to multiple managers for over a year and have yet to hear back from any. My materials are up to date and would love feedback on my materials. My reel is very outdated and does not reflect my current skillset which is a big reason why I feel like it’s been slow. However, my headshot and resume look great. Check out my website and I would love feedback! https://www.isabellecharlotactor.com I’m looking into the southeast market and have been on the radar with one of the agents there. However, he stopped responding so I was really bummed out about that. Since i’m signed to CESD I plan on asking my commercial agent to put me in contact with a theatrical agent there. Any pros and cons with this? Would love feedback on that But yeah, been feeling pretty low because it’s been so slow and finding representation isn’t easy at all. Would love feedback on my materials, opinions on asking my CESD agent for that request and just words of affirmation! Thanks so much everyone.

Creating a voice acting portfolio?

Creating a voice acting portfolio?

Posted on Apr 18th

I'm currently reading some of the stuff in the pinned thread about voice acting. I have stage experience and am an experienced live presenter, trainer, and teacher. I have been a paid actor, though it's been almost 15 years since I did that, and I've been a guest on local radio and podcasts; most of the material that exists in any digital of me are short blips and don't seem to be anything of consequence; the radio stuff is long gone, as is any sort of recording of my acting (I have a few clips, but the quality is pretty bad). Anyhow, I have a "studio" space at my current home with a nice microphone that I use for streaming and that friends have used for recording. I can record some great stuff here, but I don't know where to start! What should I record myself saying or doing? Moreover, how/where do I post anything/how do I best share and organize any of it so that I can share it on websites like Fiverr?

Actors access - deadline extended?

Actors access - deadline extended?

Posted on Apr 18th

I was requested to audition to a role on Friday and, well, life just got in the way of this submission. The deadline was last night at midnight, but when I went on AA it now says the deadline is tomorrow at midnight. I’ve never not submitted when asked— so I’m wondering, is it open for the callbacks for the same role, and if so, why would I be able to still see it if I did not submit my initial audition? OR did they just extended the casting deadline? I can definitely get it in by tomorrow but I didn’t want to bother if it’s the callback window. Any advice appreciated!

Will I ever be a good actor?

Will I ever be a good actor?

Posted on Apr 18th

I (f, 21) am a very shy anxious and awkward person who is interested in acting. Ive read lots of books and been practicing on my own for a while now until I save enough money to take classes, but unfortunately I really really suck at acting. I'm not saying this out of lack of confidence... it's true. I eventually realized that I am extremely self-conscious about myself which makes my acting look very cringey and not genuine. I'm way too much in my own head to the point where I try too hard to listen and react, and I accidentally find myself "watching" my acting while I act by myself. Part of the reason why I'm not present is that sometimes i hate how I look when I record myself. But other times when I don't feel insecure, I feel like I'm preventing myself from truly feeling and this makes me more focused on trying to let myself feel, rather than focus what I'm supposed to be focusing on. I was a really shy reserved & anxious kid when I was in high school who'd never express my true emotions to people so this is all a new thing for me. Honestly i know classes are always recommended but I am very fearful and I think that if I can somehow improve on my own first then I wouldn't embarrass myself in a class with my bad acting I've heard about actors who have had anxiety or who've been very insecure about their appearance in their past turn out to be amazing actors and I don't see that ever happening for me. I remember being in a few school plays when I was a child & although I wasn't insecure about my appearance then, I still wasn't very good because I was still a little too shy to express myself even though you aren't supposed to be "you" when you're acting. I really wish I didn't have so much anxiety. I've always loved acting and honestly I often wish I didnt want to pursue it. Sorry for this long rant. I don't know if any of this makes sense but just wanted to vent/ask for some advice or ask if there's anyone out there who was really awful at acting at the beginning but greatly improved...

Anything similar to Fiverr?

Anything similar to Fiverr?

Posted on Apr 18th

If non voice actors aren’t allowed to post here then I understand if this gets deleted. I’m starting a series and I need voices for the material I’ve written but I’ve only ever used Fiverr. I know there are a bunch of sites out there but the other one I tried to used ended up being a scam. The question: Which sites do you all advertise on? Which sites are reputable?

name change results - not sure if significant or not

name change results - not sure if significant or not

Posted on Apr 18th

New York based. I've been regularly auditioning since 2017. I've netted probably about 11 student films (3 NYU thesis), 1 non-u indie (minor role), 3 off-off-broadway shows, and a couple zoom shows plus misc. commercials and industrials. I have auditioned for about around 12 co-stars, 6-guest stars, a handful of regional theatre - but 0 professional credits obtained. signed with an agent, freelance with a manager (who I believe responds to me based on coinflip results). I'm Indian but I look very ethnically ambigious. I decided to utilize backstage as a test to change my name into something that wasn't exactly Indian and have received an ungodly amount of auditions in the last week (for me: around the 7 in the course of three days). I changed the name on Backstage in March but I guess their system needs time to make the change viable?? Maybe this is a bias on my end...regardless I started submitting more around April 11th. My question is...is this significant? Can I look at this as a reasonable test of how I might be perceived for SAG productions? If so, the next step would be to grab new headshots, alert reps, and change the name on actors access, imdb, wherever else. ​ Right "nobody knows anything" etc. I get it, whatever but maybe someone else has this issue as well and can be helped. Gotta figure something out.

Think Fast!

Think Fast!

Posted on Apr 17th

I was in the lobby of the DTLA Marriott where they were filming an episode of "The Office", when an A.D. walked over to me, handed me sides, and told me to go stand in a line. She wanted me to audition for an angry Dunder Mifflin shareholder. There was no time to prepare. I looked frantically at the lines, trying to memorize them; but what I should have done was asked myself these questions: 1) Why am I angry? 2) When did a similar situation arise in my life, and how did I feel internally and externally? Unfortunately, production was rushing the auditions, because they had a full workday. By the time I entered the audition, the role had been cast. As a performing artist, we have to learn to let go over the things we have no control over. And how to remain creative and spontaneous.

LA Actors: Itinerary for NYC actor’s first trip to LA?

LA Actors: Itinerary for NYC actor’s first trip to LA?

Posted on Apr 17th

Hi everyone! I’m from NYC going to LA for the first time in about 2 weeks! I’m going with an actor friend of mine who is moving there and wants to see some neighborhoods to decide where to live. I just wanted to know what activities geared towards actors would you recommend? Also any restaurant or tourist/site seeing recs are appreciated!

How to find uncredited actors in scarface ?

How to find uncredited actors in scarface ?

Posted on Apr 17th

There couple of actors in scarface from the final scene shootout that are uncredited their faces looks familar i am sure i seen them in other movies ????

Create a "hide background roles" tab in Actor's Access?

Create a "hide background roles" tab in Actor's Access?

Posted on Apr 17th

Anyone else agree? I know you can currently check to see only background roles, but it would be great to be able to filter them out.

I need some guidance for pursuing professional VO work

I need some guidance for pursuing professional VO work

Posted on Apr 17th

I've always been interested in doing voice over work even just as a hobby, but only ever dabbled in it until last year where I started my channel and regularly produced and took part in VO projects. Unlike all my other hobbies, though, VO work is something I know I have a decent amount of talent in that's actually gotten better within the year, and I haven't lost any desire or passion at all to do it. I'll try to make all this as brief as possible, but I'd like some additional guidance as to what my next steps should be for making my VO career a professional one. Here are the current details about myself for context; **Acting History:** * Nominated for acting in high school play for regional school award * Started my "Vik Lendvay" channel where I make audio stories and voiced in other content creator's audio projects (hobby, not truly professional) * Coached and trained by Tony Oliver in their "Adventures in Voice Acting" class (soon to be classes after this Sunday) **VO Study:** * James Arnold Taylor's "Day in the Life" * "I Want To Be A Voice Actor" by Dee Bradley Baker * "The Art of Voice Acting" book by Alburger **Set-Up:** * Have an amateur "home studio" (i.e. PVC pipe frame with heavy blankets) * Rode NT1 and Scarlett Solo into MacBook Pro's GarageBand * Use Audacity to process and clean up audio **General VO Interests:** * I'm still a big fan of anime and video games, so I would like to get work in either one of those industries **Current Life Situation:** * Located in Ontario, Canada * Would be able to move across country or even to the States with my savings and nothing tying me down where I live **Current Understanding of the Industry:** * A lot of major VO projects and connections to industry are within LA, as well as some in NY and Dallas TX (Dallas particularly for Anime dubbing) * Biggest cities for Canadian VO work is Montreal (especially for video game work), Toronto, and Vancouver (I'm closer to Toronto) * Working from home is becoming more viable, but that's only after getting an established reputation within the industry and having a decent setup (which I do not have) * There's a lot more people trying to get VO work nowadays, especially with the rising popularity of "work from home" practices * Once you've entered into your niche, it's essentially what you'll be sticking with for the rest of your VO career (ex. Once you start doing anime dubbing projects, that's essentially most of what you'll be doing for the rest of your VO career) * The biggest hurdle to get over for starting a VO career is getting the connections and experience necessary to get started in your career; especially connections and experience within the niche of VO work you want to do **Current Plan:** * After doing more regular and amateur VO work for a year for myself and with others, I still want to do voice action and get better at voice acting * I want to find out what my best and most practical next steps are in terms of how I can get better experience and connections in the VO industry * For starters, I'd want to find the best classes I can take to see if I actually have any potential for a professional career, and to get the training and connections necessary to get started in the industry Even if I can't go pro, I'd still love to do VO work as a side hobby and help out other creators with their projects. I'd truly appreciate some additional guidance as well as some solid advice as to what it would truly take to start a professional career in voice acting.

How to find uncredited actors in scarface ???

How to find uncredited actors in scarface ???

Posted on Apr 17th

Most of the actors in scarface from the final scene shootout are uncredited but there is couple of them that their faces looks familar i am sure i seen them in other movies ???? I want to know their names

Have any actors here made their own feature/shorts?

Have any actors here made their own feature/shorts?

Posted on Apr 17th

I’ve been writing a feature film script for a few years now, mostly out of my love for horror but I actually think it’s pretty good. realistically it would have to be low/no budget because I’m a broke actor. My friend owns a few air bnbs she offered in exchange that she could do special effect makeup for her portfolio. The problem is I just don’t know where to start, I have a ton of actors interested but crew not so much! I’m in Toronto area if anyone is interested in working on it in anyway! It’s a little over an hour long, it’s about an urban legend that I made up as a kid lol (but I altered it to be a little scarier)

How to approach an idol politely?

How to approach an idol politely?

Posted on Apr 17th

Ran into a really famous actor in my neighborhood while waiting in line. I wanted to say hi love your work I'm an actress too etc etc. but was too shy. Ugh!!! I always feel a little guilty for not saying hi to certain incredible actors, musicians, directors, you name it, who I cross paths with - and it happens all the time - it's sometimes just so hard to muster up the courage. Any tips? Of course these are for moments when it's appropriate and when the opportunity presents itself in a tactful way/not flat-out rude and interrupting them or invading personal space

Forgot monologue during audition

Forgot monologue during audition

Posted on Apr 17th

I had my first audition today, I joined a theatre course this year at my uni as my introduction to acting and I've had so much fun. I've signed up for acting classes and found some friends to start an actors gym with. I have a monologue I've had in my back pocket for months, I've rehearsed it countless times, performed it, never with any issues. I love it and relate to the character, it's my best piece. Today I had my first ever audition, to get into the second year class and I just blanked though... It had been a very very stressful morning for personal reasons so maybe that played into it. But I couldn't get 20% through, apologized and tried again, same thing. We ended up doing the interview first and they gave me another shot after. I at least finished this time but I'm worried I was so in my head it wasn't as good. I just feel ready to cry, I had worked so hard on this piece and was so proud of it but now I'm worried I won't get into the second year theatre program. The one professor likes me I think and worked with me this year but not the others, and it can't be a good thing to blank under pressure. If it happened om stage I would be screwed. I'm not really entirely sure what the point of this post is besides venting. I've never had any issues memorizing before in performance or rehearsal. Does anyone have tips for how to not get stressed and blank in an audition?

im starting a fan dub how can i make it grow

im starting a fan dub how can i make it grow

Posted on Apr 17th

ive got a twitter ive made a yt short in lots of sever ive got a casting club for it its a csm manga dub if that helps but im really stuck on how i can find good voice actors

Anyone who had no acting experience disappear for 3 to 6 months howd it go for you?

Anyone who had no acting experience disappear for 3 to 6 months howd it go for you?

Posted on Apr 17th

Has anyone decided to disappear for 3 to 6 months and focus on becoming an actor? How'd it go for you. Did you quit your previous career, move across country, I'd like to hear your struggles.

Table read turned out to actually be an audition??

Table read turned out to actually be an audition??

Posted on Apr 17th

So im in a theater group (i mostly do film) and a member said they wanted to do a table for a screenplay they wrote. film isnt financed but she said she has some cinematographer attached. i volunteered cause i love table reads as a way to just act without much pressure. Ive done them before and its normally get the script, read it once maybe twice, then show up and do the read. In my experience, its a way for writers to hear thier work- not about the actors. For this one, she wanted to do a zoom read for two characters cause she didnt know which one to cast me as. I get on the zoom and she starts recording it, has me do multiple takes with feedback and direction (by that she the old "be bigger") At the end of the call she says "honestly im not really feeling you for this...sorry!" ive been told close to 70 times this year "No" by CDs, but im really pissed off right now. If I am told I am auditioning, I will prep the f out for the audition. Dont tell be its a table read if youre really auditioning me. I feel mad at myself now for not showing my best craft.

Why do so many Indian (Hollywood) actors go into comedy?

Why do so many Indian (Hollywood) actors go into comedy?

Posted on Apr 17th

It seems many do. Is it that many naturally gravitate towards it or more the industry wants it?

Audition for NYC Based actor but I’m in the DMV

Audition for NYC Based actor but I’m in the DMV

Posted on Apr 17th

Hey community! I was requested to audition but I’m not NYC based I’m in the DMV area. I have to confirm my location in the self-tape. Should I say “willing to work as a Local” or not audition at all? This is my first experience auditioning for NYC market. It’s a small part, shoots one day but the pay is reasonable for me to take a trip.

Update: I Just Made Huge Step and I Need to Share Part 2

Update: I Just Made Huge Step and I Need to Share Part 2

Posted on Apr 17th

The other day I made I post to this subreddit. TLDR I went to an anime con and a voice actor liked my performance in a panel so much that I was offered an audition for a game that he was casting. Well today at work I received an email that I got the part. My manager had me go on break because I couldn’t stop crying. Admittedly the visual novel isn’t as big as I expected. Just something from itch.io but I don’t care. It’s who was casting it that I care about. I remember submitting my audition unsure of whether my performance was good enough and now someone who I look up to and respect a lot thinks I’m good enough for one of his projects and that means everything to me. I’m being live directed by him on Thursday and I have never been this excited and scared in my life haha. I’m freaking out.

What can my agents see on actors access?

What can my agents see on actors access?

Posted on Apr 17th

Just curious, can they see my cmails that I receive directly from casting? I was chatting with a casting director I’m friends with through there who just cast me in a little indie feature right before I signed, I wasn’t talking as professional as normal because we’re friends but then remembered I have an agent now lol can they see that? Also do they see self submissions?

Actors Access: Casting Director extended deadline, but I already submitted

Actors Access: Casting Director extended deadline, but I already submitted

Posted on Apr 17th

I only had time this morning to submit my audition scenes. It was so close to the deadline I could only send 1 (out of 2) scenes. I checked back later and it said the deadline is extended another full week. -- But I can't edit or re-upload my submission to add the 2nd scene. Has this happened to anyone else before? I really would love this role. Would it be wrong to pay for another account (monthly not full year) and apply properly with both scenes?

Summer Intensives for the Community Theater Adult

Summer Intensives for the Community Theater Adult

Posted on Apr 17th

I am a 36 year old deep in a job search in my field with too much time on my hands, reflecting on how acting brings me more joy than...pretty much anything else. I am only 5 years into community theater and want to learn more and go deeper. Given the painstaking slowness of my job search, I'm thinking about signing up for an acting intensive: there are a TON out there though and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed. There are none anywhere near my remote and rural town and I have some savings so pretty much any US location is on the table. To narrow my options, are there some schools that cater more to the >30 years old actor? If I'm not concerned about making it in the industry, should I consider the LA and NY ones due to caliber or might I actually find a better fit for me in a different city? Are these worth the thousands of dollars? Anyone similar to me do this? Any thoughts or advice would be greatly appreciated.

First ever background role tomorrow

First ever background role tomorrow

Posted on Apr 16th

Any tips on how i can make sure i’m presentable? i wear makeup and want to make sure it looks good on camera! ive never been on camera and i’m doing this role as an extra because i’ve started doing theatre and the theatre program runner is a well known and well connected writer here in Sydney and she’s making her own film so she wanted us to be a part of it this is the second milestone of my acting career so far (first was getting into the theatre program) and i realised i wanted to become an actor only a few months ago :) i’m proud of how things are going so far!! next milestone is to get a proper acting credit or sign with an agency :)

how to cast actors from overseas to cast in a short film/mv in the US? like say, the filmmakers have casted them but how is the visa process? i’ve heard of production companies esp big ones, with their name and stuff, they’re able to make it work but what

how to cast actors from overseas to cast in a short film/mv in the US? like say, the filmmakers have casted them but how is the visa process? i’ve heard of production companies esp big ones, with their name and stuff, they’re able to make it work but what

Posted on Apr 16th

if the filmmakers are say just film students or graduated film students for instance who obv have no production company and such? because it’s already hard to get a visitor visa, i’m just wondering how hard it’ll be for an actor overseas to come here to work a couple days for ‘not’ a production company

ATL Actor. Wondering if being Non-Union is hurting my chances.

ATL Actor. Wondering if being Non-Union is hurting my chances.

Posted on Apr 16th

Hello Reddit! Could someone help me figure something out. I've been receiving amazing opportunities for roles that I felt I nailed, and sure I get how it could come down to a very small detail in why they chose someone else, but I also can't help wonder if being Non-Union has also hurt me. So work is tight right now for everyone which means preference will be given to union members. At least I think. I'm thinking for these previous auditions, they passed on me because I wasn't union. Like if there's a tie in casting choices, they'll certainly go with the union actor, right? I also don't know if my reel is up to par with other union actors. If anyone would be willing to take a look and give me some insight that would be great. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-dmN\_qFicY](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-dmN_qFicY) Thank you, Max

Experienced/older actors. What are some things you wish you knew sooner/ wish you had done at the beginning?

Experienced/older actors. What are some things you wish you knew sooner/ wish you had done at the beginning?

Posted on Apr 16th

Early 20s actor who started a few year as ago, finally getting some roles. Would love any advice at all! Thank you :)

Starting voice overs

Starting voice overs

Posted on Apr 16th

Hii everyone! I have a question. I’m starting as a voice over artist after doing some small jobs that people really like, but I’m searching for a good voice over portfolio site where I can build mine with. Are there sites build voor voice over artist of actors? Any other tips for starting people like me how to show myself to the world? Thanks for reading!

I’m not an actor

I’m not an actor

Posted on Apr 16th

And yet I’ve somehow managed to bag myself a crazy opportunity at being in a film. It’s literally just been given to me two days ago and it begins tomorrow. I’m to be “tried out”. The role isn’t exactly small either, I do have a lot of lines and scenes. I’ve always loved acting, always dreamed of being an actress but that was not the career path I pursued, so I have ZERO experience. That being said, and I’m not sure if this is just some naive wannabe thing and I don’t want to sound like a total idiot, but I feel like I could probably just wing it? I feel like I’m naturally good at it? I know it takes a lot of effort and practice to really make it as an actor, but is it at ALL possible that I could somehow pull this out the bag? With some crazy stroke of luck? It’s just not an opportunity you can turn down! Any tips for someone who has never acted, but is about to be thrown in front of a camera tomorrow? Or am I just being stupid in thinking I could even attempt to do this?

Acting vs porn

Acting vs porn

Posted on Apr 16th

I had a conversation with someone who held the belief that porn/sex work/onlyfans and the sex workers who partake in this type of work are comparable to acting and the actors who partake in playing out explicit scenes. They held the belief that at the end of the day it's just business. They were surprised when I said I would absolutely not let my daughter do sex work but would let my daughter be an actor. They didn't a difference and that the levels of depravity are the same. I ultimately said that these two groups are not at all comparable because porn is more morally corrupt, less dignified, less disciplined, more short term gratification, less less less....respectable to put in a nut shell. Was a very triggering conversation. What does everybody else think?

I feel like it would almost be impossible to become an actor making money(any)in Belgium as a drug user. Ive done years of extra work so knowing if anyone ever found out ,before even starting an acting class. Once the wrong person knows im not even gettin

I feel like it would almost be impossible to become an actor making money(any)in Belgium as a drug user. Ive done years of extra work so knowing if anyone ever found out ,before even starting an acting class. Once the wrong person knows im not even gettin

Posted on Apr 16th

My previous acting class just found out i was taking medicine that was a benzo I should keep taking my medication, even tho my i said my doctor doesn’t even like that i take em honestly. He told me im going to be assigned a different classand thell send an email soon. Never heard back one year later

I just got my first credit!

I just got my first credit!

Posted on Apr 16th

It’s a small speaking roll but I’m so happy to see my IMDb page and the words actress right underneath it. I’ve never acted so I just got lucky to get offered the role my very first time auditioning. I know I may sound lame but from someone so crippled by anxiety, this was a huge step for me. It gives me a little more confidence trying for other roles. Im happy for that reason alone!

What does “SELECTS” meaning during the casting process?

What does “SELECTS” meaning during the casting process?

Posted on Apr 16th

I auditioned for a new tv show pilot through Actors Access and a few days later I checked the casting breakdown page and it was updated and it had “SELECTS” right next to my name. Does anyone know what that means?

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