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Reddit · 3 May 2022

should I add my co-star footage to reel even tho it's not a good one?

so I hate the way the footage came out. one of my big bookings, well, big to me is a one liner in a new big show. but the camera was else where while i said my line..I feel like a glorified extra..I still interacted with the main actor.. what should I do?

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Reddit · 2 May 2022

How Tf do y’all memorize lines?

Title. I’m a junior in HS and I’m preparing for a monologue that I have to memorize and act in the upcoming weeks. Imo I feel like the hardest thing as an actor is memorizing your lines, because imagine going up on stage and then blanking the first thing you get there. And I want to be able to act in the plays/musicals…

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Reddit · 2 May 2022

Pssst. Hey. You wanna make some voice actor friends?

Me too! And I suck at networking on Twitter, so uh... hi I guess. If you're a voice actor and interested in making some new friends, then please feel free to comment here or chat with me. Brief introduction, hi, I'm Catie! I've been voicing acting for almost two years and doing freelance work as a narrator for a few di…

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Reddit · 2 May 2022

auditioning for david auburn’s Proof. help me decide between monologues?

good morning all! apologies in advance for a monologue post. i’ve done research but am too indecisive to decide amongst my options. i’m a stage actor who’s been out of practice for a few years — i can’t sing and i’m not funny, so roles that fit my type are far and few in between, lol. recently a local theatre posted au…

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Reddit · 2 May 2022

Can I really become an actor even with an extremely problematic past?

When I was younger I was a very problematic toxic teen who didn’t really care about anything other than what directly benefited me. I didn’t know proper healthy boundaries and I sexually assaulted my ex-partner without fully realizing the extent of my actions and the drastic impact they’d have on the person and their l…

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Reddit · 2 May 2022

10 Most Beautiful Actresses in Africa you need to know about

There are many hot celebrities with real beauty in Africa we have listed here The most beautiful African actresses. Let's know more about them. https://knowafrika.com/most-beautiful-actresses-in-africa-you-need-to-know-about/

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

Pitfalls of argument scenes

I’m a high school teacher, and this round of Scene Study the kids have requested “intense arguments.” I’m working on compiling a lesson/list of pitfalls or common mistakes actors make when doing a (verbal) fight scene. Examples are shouting/emphasizing every curse word, getting very close your partner’s face the whole…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

Casting Workbook Actors HomeKit?

Anybody know or remember the coupon code from Good Faith Casting (follow her on IG if you don't already) to buy the Actors Home Kit with a huge discount?

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

Awards and Accolades on Resume?

Hey! Looking to see what is appropriate to put on an acting resume before I put it on. I was in a film that was nominated so far for the Sundance Film Festival's Grand Jury Prize, won the Aspen Shortsfest Jury Prize for Best Comedy which makes it Oscar Qualifying, and won the Florida Film Festival Special Jury Award fo…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

thoughts on Ryan Gosling

I was just wondering what you all thought of him. For some reason, I can't help but love him in every movie, but I have to admit compared to other actors his acting is a little dry. I've only watched a few of his best movies though, The Notebook, La La Land, and Drive. I've noticed he gets mixed reviews from different…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

[Help needed] Help me decide my stage name

Hey folk! I'm an actor, and I have this small gig coming up, which is excellent! Except.. they asked for my name. Being a little more professional than the school plays I've done, I'm looking to sort of find and stick with my professional reputation. My name is Sydney Alexander Adkins, and I can't decide what sounds mo…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

monologues needed!

i’m getting back into acting after a long break during covid, and i’m working on monologues as a way to practice at home outside of classes and such. does anyone know of any good monologues for women? preferably sad/dramatic/romantic themes (bonus if there’s crying) and i need ones that come from movies or tv shows, be…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

Should I drop the show?

Basically I'm black and have the least amount of singing and speaking than the rest of the cast. I have about three short singing lines while everyone else has entire songs or multiple phrases. I'm a soprano so it's not like I'm a bad singer. The white people have the most spoken and singing lines as well. There is one…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

2 options need help

Hi everyone, I have 2 different paths I can take but I’m really lost on which to peruse. One is go to acting school after college or get into medicine. I know there are both completely different and have nothing to do with each other but medicine provides certain comfortable pay where as acting dosent but acting just s…

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Reddit · 1 May 2022

Regional SAG-AFTRA?

I met someone on a SAG production who told me you can join a SAG affiliate for roughly half the joining fee. It allows you to work as a union actor in a small region, but not the entire country. I cannot find any information about this. Is it true?

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

Gauging interest

So I am probably jump in the gun here with a slew of things. However, I have a project I a quite Serious about ( three years deep) and would like to see Succeed. I have multiple artists. Crafting my idea into physical form, I have all of my character designs (Not all as They are still currently being worked on) and a m…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

film academy in mumbai

ICE is the best institute for learning acting, modelling, or direction. If you also want to become a professional actor or any related filmmaking career then ICE is the best choice. ICE has a strong connection and already so many alumni in ALT Balaji, Red Chillies, Balaji Telefilms, Dharma Production, and so many produ…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

I Want To Create My Own Work

I'm a struggling comic actor in LA and I have sitcom ideas for projects that I'd like to produce. I don't want to around for someone to hire me for a sitcom. I want to realize them and collaborate with other actors on them I'm just not sure how do I go about doing that. I know Fleabag was a one woman play before it bec…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

Can I reject a triggering audition?

Hi, I’m an actress that just recently got signed to one of the biggest and best agencies in my city. I’ve had my agent for a little under a month and have been sent three auditions, this currently audition being my third. The subject matter of the film (without giving too much away) is a character that grew up sexually…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

I don’t know if this agency is a scam

I went to an agency audition and I got a call back to come back tomorrow, although I would also have to pay to take classes with them. Also I know agency’s usually don’t require you to pay anything first. I’m not sure if I’m allowed to say the agency, but they do have real actors. So basically I want to know if it’s a…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

Should I wait till college or start now to start working?

Hi! I'm a high school senior looking to start building up a resume with credits from student films and non-union roles. I have a few months till I can get on a college campus and start making irl connections with students and staff, including theatre and filmmaking groups. But my problem is that I have this "go, go, go…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

What is a good movie scene to act out with my sister?

I’m a 21 yo guy who’s an aspiring actor. I haven’t done any acting before really, but do intend to start soon. I plan on starting by acting out / reenacting movie scenes with my sister (who I recently found out likes acting also) to get over the fear of being on camera and just start the process on getting experience,…

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Reddit · 30 Apr 2022

am I doomed?

Hi everyone! Names Billy I'm 31 years old. I feel so behind in my life. Ever since I was in high school I wanted to come to LA and act. I'm actually here in la now and still have yet to try to be a actor. My whole life I listened to everyone but myself. I have done everything besides act and I have been homeless 3 to 4…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

Looking for a perspective change on jealousy / comparison

I think one of the hardest things about being in this industry is that I am always comparing myself to other actors who are my age. Even though I try to remind myself that my time will come and to continue working hard on developing my craft, I can find myself in a rabbit hole of IMDB and Wikipedia pages looking at oth…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

How to find roles with worthwhile credits without an agent?

I recently got signed with an agent, but I want to continue finding roles myself. The issue here is that everyone keeps saying "Backstage," the thing is I've been on Backstage for awhile and have done 5+ student films there, which is what got me my agent. I want to look for some bigger stuff that might actually make it…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

Extras Management vs Face2Face (for SAG background work)

Extras Management and Face2Face are the largest calling services in LA. Some people swear one of them is better than the other at getting union actors background work. Some others say it doesn't matter since they submit you to (mostly) the same jobs. I figured we should have a poll to find out. Note: This is only for S…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

SAG Actors of Boston/Rhode Island, sound off? Advice?

Hey there, So I'm a recent transplant from the LA area (I know, I hate me too) to Providence, RI. I'm getting the lay of the theatre-land in a few days from a local actor friend of a friend, but was curious about the film/tv/voiceover/commercial scene! Some questions: What casting sites do you use? Also, why do you use…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

Motivation for those who can’t take it from a Ukrainian would-be-actor-if-he-survives

Hi guys. I just came here to tell you that I’ve discovered my passion for acting and I’m going to go to the US to work hard on fulfilling my dream of becoming a drama film actor. It’s actually impossible rn, cause I’m from Ukraine and I don’t need to tell you what’s going on here. But so far, me and my family are safe.…

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Reddit · 29 Apr 2022

18 years new actor?

Hello, I am 18 and I have no experience in acting or acting knowledge. I’ve always had some type of interest since I was young but never got into it. Now I’m on my way to college as a business major but I’m not sure if that’s my route. I’m attending to ASU and studying business. I however what to act and be in movies/s…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

looking for potential actors in the future

Hi, I live in a very small town I'm Missouri and I've been thinking of making a mockumentary about a fake disease in this town because the town is mostly obese and everyone walks with a waddle the term for the disease in the movie is "the carthage waddle" I'm looking for people who are somewhat obese and have a good se…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

Hey I live in LA now! Searching for acting friends teens to 20s

I’ve been wanting to hang with actors who are passionate and help each other out with auditions and filming scenes to build each other’s resume. Hangout and talk about movies and shows. I went to IDSA and Anthony Meindl drama and I would like to connect with others who’ve been in a drama class too!

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

I love acting and really want to become an actress but…

Something has always kept me away from really pursuing acting. I can’t stay away from it and I’m in an acting class now that’s been super transformative and helpful but I still get SO NERVOUS and anxious before acting. I always think it’s not meant for me because of how nervous and shy I get, even tho I really love it.…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

Several Questions about Yale, AEA, Julliard & NYU Tisch

**Yale & Actors Equity Questions** ​ 1. Do all Yale MFA graduates get membership in Actors Equity? I see it's listed on the website, but I'm a bit confused by the paragraph below. *"Yale Repertory Theatre serves as an advanced training center for the program. All Acting students work at Yale Rep as understudies,…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

Will casting actually see my submission?

Just wondering if anyone has some insight to whether casting directors watch/view ALL the submissions for national/international casting calls, specifically on breakdown services/actors access. As I’m unrepresented, and though I will submit to these, I feel like it is a shot in the dark. Recently sent a self tape for a…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

must listen podcast ep

I heard this episode from one of my favorite acting podcasts last night it's hosted by a casting director who runs a successful studio in LA, she often gives advice and interviews all the top casting directors etc. When I heard this one I really felt I needed to share it with you guys. a must listen for anyone who may…

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Reddit · 28 Apr 2022

Private or Public FB page (for actors)

As actors, what do you set your Facebook page to "Public" (everyone in the world can view your posts w/o being your FB friend) OR "Private" (Only friends can see what you post) I'm not too sure what Casting Directors would want to see ? because I'm almost certain the look us up on FB (but, I could be wrong)

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Reddit · 27 Apr 2022

Do actors have research methods for their roles?

In order to develop very specific mannerisms for a certain role do actors try to find real world examples to study? How? How do you track down a person with the mannerisms you’re looking for or the emotions of a very specific situation you’re looking for? Thanks very much