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Reddit · 16 Dec 2019

I am watching my life waste away and need to start doing something now

I feel that I have little to live for. I have all these goals I want to accomplish but never know how to do it. I am reaching out here because one thing I've always loved to do is act. People have always said I have talent and I don't know if they are just being nice but I love doing it and want to start. The problem i…

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Reddit · 16 Dec 2019

What to Do When a Child Actor Grows

Hey guys, I’m watching This is Us season 3 **(don’t worry no spoilers!)** and I’m just wondering, what do shows do when the child actors get big? Because right now the girl who plays young Kate is starting to look like a teenager and they’re supposed to be like, 10 max I think? And eventually young Kevin and Randall wo…

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Reddit · 16 Dec 2019

I want to start learning how to voice act, where can I find a reputable coach?

Hey guys! I’m a musician so I understand the “gotta learn how to crawl before you can walk and gotta learn how to walk before you can run”. I’m not doing this for the money, but for the passion and I want to challenge myself to get out of my comfort zone and do something different! I found a school near me but non spec…

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Reddit · 16 Dec 2019

26 year old male with limited experience.

Hey everyone, I'm currently 26 years old, and want to get into acting. However, unlike most aspiring actors/actresses, I was never involved in any school plays/productions, improv groups, or films. My acting experience is limited to a few classes in community college, a few scenes performed in those classes, and an uns…

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Reddit · 16 Dec 2019

Do you think it's true that theatre actors have more talent than film actors?

I've been a theatre actor all my life, but I really want to do film acting, but don't have the training for film acting. People have told me that I'm ok because mastering theatre acting is very difficult. I've always hear people say that it's best to do theatre then convert to film, and I remember watching BoJack Horse…

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Reality tv with acting agents

Just a question that came to mind hoping someone could give some insight on. I am signed with an acting agency. If I happened to get on a reality/game show tv show, would I still need to pay them commission. They did not find the job nor am I contracted out to be an “actor”.

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Looking For Voice Actor (Female) PAID WORK!

Looking for a female to voice a few lines for a video. will be quick and easy and it is paid work. to audition please say the line... Lipper... You can use it anywhere. send auditions to dkmixing@outlook.com

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Why do actors shout before doing a scene

I’ve come across some YouTube videos of actors saying they shout before the cameras role. I’m not an actor or someone studying acting but I’m just curious as to why? Is there a psychological explanation as to why they do that? Is there a term for it as well?

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

I want to be a voice actor!

For many years people have been saying they love my voice and I have always loved public speaking, reading aloud, and trying my best to mimic any voice actors I watch. I would love to know how to start off and it's my dream to see a fictional character with my voice.

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Theater/Stage Casting Director(s) in LA?

Hey all... Hope you're all finding time to enjoy the Holidays and set yourself up for a great 2020! A while back an acting buddy of mine said he was focusing on theater (stage) in Los Angeles... I was trying to rack my brain for the name of a theater/stage casting director that he had mentioned in Los Angeles that tend…

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Any other actors with a speech impediment?

So for as long as i can remember, I've had a stutter. Not super severe, but bad enough to where it hampered me from doing a lot of things. Well when i got into acting about a year and a half ago, i discovered that whenever I'm in character, on stage, or in front of a camera, my stutter is almost non-existant. Even with…

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Biggest acting struggle

I'm working on a project and would appreciate hearing from you.... ​ I've chatted with a lot of actors over the last year. It seems the biggest struggles many actors have is ... 1. connecting with their character... and... 2. getting stuck in their head ( which hurts their ability to create authentic emotions) M…

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

Acting classes

Is there anything wrong with majoring in acting classes in college? My friends tell me it’s a waste of time and that most actors never went to college and it makes me overthink what I want to do in life

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Reddit · 15 Dec 2019

I want to join reality tv

As a kid I always wanted to be an actor I been in a few school plays, I did a commercial for Jacob Javits and a music video. I been on a couple auditions and my lack of experience makes me doubt my acting capability. But what I do know is that I’m a social person who likes to party and get to know people. I have a grea…

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Reddit · 14 Dec 2019

Voice actors needed for ambitious minecraft project!

Superrollomovies (known from San andreas myth busters back in the early days of YouTube) is working on an animated minecraft series. Not too much will be spoiled, but if you're interested in doing some (unpaid, sadly) voice acting work for a fun project, reply here and /or send an email to info@rjgfilms.com Any talent…

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Reddit · 14 Dec 2019

Actors stage presence

I’m not too sure about what it’s called but how come, someone like timothee chalamet or Lucas hedges (newcomers) have such large stage presence compared to a supporting/extra role with 3 lines? Like they are both human recorded on the same camera...so what about their acting is making Lucas hedges and timothee chalamet…

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Reddit · 14 Dec 2019

Looking for two voice actors for a short film

**Synopsis of film:** The short is about a disgraced police officer, JJ, who killed his partner in the field. It shows his attempts to finally get back on top and the turmoil he feels from his alienation from the other officers. **Characters:** **Norm** Norm is still on somewhat friendly with JJ even after all of the u…

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Reddit · 14 Dec 2019

Questions For Canadian Actors

First off I want to say how I’ve been a part of this group for a week now and how crazy supportive everyone is, this seems like a really tight knit group which I love seeing. Now with that out of the way a little background about me, my name is Enayat and I have been acting for a little bit now, I took drama in middle…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

[HIRING] for indie videogame intro

Hi, Looking for voice actors for Indie videogame. I need 3 actors. I am looking for people with general american accent. Here is list of characters with number of lines/words: Angie: 13 lines/152 words Woman, around 23. Very kind and gentle, loving. She is very protective of her family, but not in a pathologic way. She…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

What exactly makes Adam Driver a great actor?

It seems like everyone in the world is in agreement right now that he’s the best actor working right now. Obviously there’s a lot to be learned from the best in the game but I was just wondering what other more experienced people noticed that he does well that can be educational to watch

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Retiring From Acting (for now) a rant

I've been an actor for the last 10 years. I started in high school in my senior year. My first ever play was Mother Courage & Her Children (i know, a terrible play for a high school). While the show was panned by the students and faculty alike, I caught the bug. I knew right away that acting was the career I want to ta…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Best places to live in LA for acting?

Hey fellow actors, I'm going to be moving to LA next month for a gig that I booked where I'll be there for the rest of 2020. I'm currently looking at different options for housing (looking for a studio/1-bedroom apartment). As an actor, where should I want to place myself? The studio I'll be working at is in Downtown L…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Can you give examples of actors that started at 18?

I’m starting the film industry at 17, and when i see actors that I like in my shoes and in movies I always look them up to see when they started acting, and it was always as a child. I am always discouraged seeing this because I worry that I will never make it since I started too late. Does anyone have good examples of…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Practicing emotion and conveying feelings through tone

Hey guys! I am not a voice actor but a rapper. However, I need the wisdom and advice of you guys, the voice acting community. I am trying use my voice and introduce better inflections to drive emotions home. I feel I have a good overall tone and voice that sounds nice but I want to bring more dynamic energy, express em…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Is there any actor/actress in here with social anxiety?

My social anxiety is holding me back when I'm acting in auditions(I haven't been on set yet). My body just becomes stiff, heart racing and I become self conscious. My dream is to be an actor but these are the problems I have because of social anxiety. I don't want this to hold me back. Is there any actor or actress her…

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Reddit · 13 Dec 2019

Finding a monologue from TV/Film Help?

Hi all! So, I'm mainly a stage actor, so I'm used to finding monologues by reading plays. However, I have an audition with a casting agency coming up soon, and I need a monologue from TV/Film. How should I go about finding a monologue? Should I just watch a good show or movie?

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Female Voice Actor Wanted

In need of female voice acting talent. It's about a four to five line script. I'm new to hiring voice talent so I don't know typical pricing but if $10 a line works for you then please contact me. The role doesn't ask for anything too special. The character (without getting into too much detail for the sake of this pos…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

YO.

The last few days I have noticed an influx of "HELP I'M NEVER GONNA WORK AGAIN ETC" posts. Here's the thing: You will work again. The side bar has a ton of info. Do your research. Have all of your materials up to date. Save your money for classes/marketing materials/joining the union when you have to. The job of an act…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

ISO voice actor that can sound like Han Solo (Harrison Ford)

I need a VA for an upcoming project of a Star Wars fanfic. I need a solid Han Solo sound alike. The compensation will be negotiated depending on your rates. Please send me a sample by pm here or to bobbyjohnford@gmail.com. Just have your lines for the sample by some lines from the original movies.

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

I’m going to be the next big actor

Just kidding, but whenever I watch a YouTube video about acting I see a few comments like this and I just find it funny. Also, I have a quick question. I think I’m finally ready to start putting myself out there more in regards to acting, but I don’t have proper headshots. Right now, I have a bit of acne. Should I wait…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Pilot Season Rookie

As pilot season is nearing, it will be my first time taking part!! Excited but, is it extremely rare to get auditions for tv shows without an agent? I heard that you can only get access to submit to major shows (Actors Access)if you are represented. Is this true?

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Dec 12

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 · 12 Dec 2019

Levels?

I’ve been reading a lot about levels in acting. Lower level managers and agents, upper level actors, etc., and I’m curious what people mean. Are there stages of being an actor and what are they? And how do you go from one level to another and can you expect upward movement just by being in the game or is this just luck…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

[Hiring] Video Game Voice Acting

We're looking for around 13 voice actors, each to record around 80 words plus 20 short emotional sounds (gasps, groans, "hmm", "tsk" etc) to be used in an, indie video game. All voices are adult (between the ages of 20 and 40) and all will be spoken in English. Specifically we're seeking female actors native to England…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Should I do the expensive headshot?

I’m an aspiring actress, and I am trying to get my first headshot done. In my city there is a very reputable lady whose work is amazing but around 550$. Obviously these headshots would be the goal, but should I just fork over the 550$ (even though I could only book for April leaving me without good headshots for 4 mont…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Research Suggestions for "Nora" from A Doll House

Hi everyone, I am currently doing intensive character work and research for "Nora" from Ibsen's "A Doll House" and I'd like to know if anyone knows any material that might be helpful to my research about the character. Any movies, books, documentaries, etc.? My current problem in doing this character at the moment is t…

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Robert Pattinson

I’m new to this sub, you guys have awesome insights and conversations that I love to have with other people. I’ll try and add another one. How do you guys feel about Robert being casted as Batman. He’s quickly becoming one of my favorite actors along with Christian Bale, Denzel and Jake Gyllenhaal.

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Reddit · 12 Dec 2019

Acting Families

I have a simple question. Why most of the time families in movies and tv shows are made up of actors that are strangers instead of using a whole family thats a real family irl?? Sorry if its a dumb question i have no knowledge at all about acting or that field.

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Reddit · 11 Dec 2019

Why is it so hard to get an agent in a small market?

I got professional headshots down a couple of months ago and been applied to all of the agencies in my area twice already. Even the lower rated ones. I’m trying to figure out why I’m not hearing a response from ANY of them. My resume isn’t super thick but I’ve checked out other actors’ resumes that are with the agencie…