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Reddit · 1 Dec 2019

Young actor

Hello im Tibo and its been i think 6 or 7 months that i have been having an addiction to acting i havent found any acting club or had any acting experience wich i have been looking for if anyone has something for me close to belgium flanders that i could participate in i would be forever greatful

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Reddit · 1 Dec 2019

in need of some guidance

so I'm a 17 year old girl who lives in a really small town (small as in most people who are born here stay their entire lives), and I want to be an actress. I do plan to relocate to or close to a big city after college (nyc most likely) but I wanna start as early as I can getting myself out there, I wanna know what I c…

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Reddit · 1 Dec 2019

You should pursue your dreams. No matter what.

So about 2 or so weeks ago, my family scraped together enough money for me to fly out to NYC and audition for a conservatory program(New York Conservatory for Dramatic Arts), as well as visit another school(NYFA). **Story about the visit:** I had been sick the week of the audition. It was on Saturday, and I had been si…

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Reddit · 30 Nov 2019

Casting Issues: Nationality.

I really want to start learning acting after I finish my senior year this year. I'm Armenian Lebanese and I live in Lebanon so I'll have to move if I want to get the best classes in the major cities. But I have some concerns regarding castings.. are there any prejudice regarding actors' origin, nationality, etc.. is it…

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Reddit · 30 Nov 2019

Self education on Acting

I will have around 1 year before I actually start attending real acting classes/ a drama school (still have to decide between the two depending on what I can afford or is better as a foundation). But till the time comes I dont want to be wasting time and I want to start learning some things on my own. Any recommendatio…

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Reddit · 30 Nov 2019

Any tips for voice acting in college?

Hello, fellow voice actors! My name is Chris, and I've been producing voice-over content for the internet since I was just 12. I've since expanded my technological and performative expertise through middle and high school, and currently operate out of my bedroom studio without any issues. As excited as I am to study Ra…

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Reddit · 30 Nov 2019

A beginner question

What's the name of the time when the actors read their lines aloud? When they act, but only with their voices and maybe facial expressions

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Reddit · 30 Nov 2019

As actors, what are your thoughts on the TV show "Barry?"

1: What do you think about the acting class, the instructor, and the students? What are some funny thoughts that come to mind for you, given that you're an actual actor? 2: What are some of the "inside baseball" jokes that a non-actor wouldn't get, regarding these classes? 3: What do you think about the point that the…

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Reddit · 29 Nov 2019

Black Friday gear shopping

Alright, I know these threads are floating around everywhere on every subreddit for every possible subject - this is just mine for voice acting gear as an aspiring voice actor. I can’t spring for the ultimate, yet I don’t want to splurge on something easily replaceable. Additionally, despite my best attempts I can’t se…

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Reddit · 29 Nov 2019

Acting in auditions vs acting on set.

Hi guys please I need your advice from experience. So my story is that I've been going for auditions for a while now and so far I've been picked for only three roles. However I've been able unable to act those three roles so I've never ever acted on set. My only experience in acting is in auditions and that's the thing…

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Reddit · 29 Nov 2019

[Guide] Memorizing Lines

# Introduction Memorizing lines is an important part of the actor's craft. Many of us know the struggle of being "on book" during rehearsal. Once we're "off book", it allows more opportunity for an increased sense of creativity, playfulness, and awareness that comes from not having to struggle to remember our lines. It…

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Reddit · 29 Nov 2019

How can I move to america and become an actor as a child?

I'm a 13 year old boy that loves acting and I've been doing it since I was 8. I am self taught and how I've been learning to act for the past 5 years is taking scripts from movies or episode of tv shows and taking my own spin of the character or just remaking the scenes. I have gotten to a point where I think I could d…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Does Anyone Have Experience Working With Funimation?

I’m a voice actor in Dallas and I’ve been looking for places to do some animation work. Funimation really seems like the best game in town, but the only contact info they’ve given me is an email address to get on their open audition waitlist (which they told me could take years to hear back). I’m a non-union actor and…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

I could really use some advice! I feel very behind and want to make the right decision.

Hi everyone! This might be a little long, sorry in advance. I’m new to posting on reddit. I’d be so grateful if you could hear my rambling and reasoning out and tell me your thoughts! I’m having trouble deciding what the right move is as far as starting an acting career. There are many different paths to take and I’m w…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Gossip Girl Auditions

Does anyone know if audition invitations have gone out yet for the Gossip Girl auditions on Actors Access? Just curious if they were doing a mass casting call for this, or if they were just picking and choosing a handful of people. I know they were casting a Netflix show on Actors Access around this time last year, and…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 28

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

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Let my voice be heard!

Being a small time streamer and active on social platforms like discord, I've been asked whether i'd like to take up voice acting, or why I'm not a voice actor yet. Doing a little internet research here and there, I stumbled upon this subreddit and figured I'd ask here. I'm currently looking for gear, that being most n…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Possible ways of practicing acting at home?

I don’t have any acting classes near me but I do have a passion for acting. I was wondering if anyone knows ways to practice at home (should I just find and read scripts, keep submitting myself on actors access, etc.). I’m a 16 year old male and both of my parents both are supporting me fully. they can be a reader. tha…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Light vs. Heavy rehearsal for film

Sorry if the title may sound confusing, but what I'm trying to get at is; most actors rehearse for weeks and sometimes even months for a play, so once they get on stage they know all their blockings and lines word for word. But for film, wouldn't it be a smarter approach to maybe only memorize your lines and have an un…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

In need of reassurance

I’ve never wanted to be an actor before until recently where I got a random feeling that I should go to acting school. I don’t have any experience and I don’t know if I want to form an acting career or try at least. But I love the art of acting and would like to get comfortable and confident enough to addition for role…

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Reddit · 28 Nov 2019

Looking for a male Japanese voice actor for a short villain dialogue

Hello, I‘m looking for a male native Japanese speaker, somewhere between 20-45 years old, with a deep voice. You would read one of two characters in a dialogue script of about two pages (of which about 2/3 or a bit more is your role). I estimate it would amount to about five minutes of speech, but I can‘t judge the len…

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Reddit · 27 Nov 2019

Voice actors needed

I am making an animation trailer for a project I'm working based off my all time favorite game series, Five Nights at Freddy's, and I need voice actors. Now, I don't know how I would handle "pay" if at all, so think of this as experience. Here are the characters if you are interested (please send me a message if so) 1.…

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Reddit · 27 Nov 2019

Asking advice to gain more acting skills

I’m currently taking drama in high school and I’ve been learning a bit of acting and mime. I sort of want to act on camera one day than theatre but taking theatre will be more experimental as I’m going to be performing in front of the audience in the coming months. I’m asking for advice from experienced actors who lear…

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Reddit · 26 Nov 2019

New Voice Actor and New Dad

Been training for years with voice teachers, acting teachers, singers, and self practice. I just purchased my first mic and am using Audacity to shape a Demo reel but I'm also welcoming my first child into the world and I'm so scared that I'm making a mistake. I have scripts to make a commercial reel and I have scripts…

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Reddit · 26 Nov 2019

Unpaid role as an extra/background actor ?

So I’ve been hired for an inde film, non union and no pay and supposedly includes IMDb credit but does include pay. The shoot is gonna be from 4pm till likely the early morning hours the next day. Is this fairly common to not be paid as an extra?

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Reddit · 26 Nov 2019

SAG Educational Contract

This might seem like a dumb or obvious question, but the film department at our local university is casting for their upcoming projects. One of the notes on the casting information is that they are SAG Educational projects, and it’s unclear to me what that means if non-union actors are cast or if it means anything at a…

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Reddit · 26 Nov 2019

Shaving my head

As a male stage actor (primarily, I dabble in film) with a receding hair line, would it be a bad idea to shave my head and wear wigs/hair pieces to certain auditions?

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Reddit · 25 Nov 2019

Architecture degree in the film industry

It's my last year in architecture and I have been thinking alot about using my skills in the world of film. I want to follow my first dream and become an actor as well!! What's the best job I can get in order to use my skills as a designer to help out in movies and at the same time make connections and in a way take ad…

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Reddit · 25 Nov 2019

Leave the link to your personal website!

I’m in the midst of creating a personal website to showcase my portfolio as an actor. And I’m looking for inspiration, leave the links to your personal websites in the comments!

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Reddit · 25 Nov 2019

I have to play a murder victim and I’m not comfortable with one of the scenes.

I recently got the lead in a short film where the girlfriend of a detective gets murdered by one of the serial killers he’s investigating is actually one of her colleagues. I’ve seen the guys work in town before and I’m sure they’re professional, however I’m reluctant on filming it because my tongue is going to get sli…

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Reddit · 25 Nov 2019

Demo Reel / Actor's site feedback

I'd love any feedback on my demo reel. One note, I was told by my agents not to include commercial work so I've edited out a national commercial. Curious if anyone has had had the same feedback? [https://www.brentlyheilbron.com/acting-reel](https://www.brentlyheilbron.com/acting-reel) PS- any feedback on my actor's sit…

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Reddit · 25 Nov 2019

I'm slowly becoming disconnected with my body as a performer and I don't know why

I love to act, ive been training and doing it for nearly forever but there's an element with me that I've notice wasting away and I can no longer use and that's physicality. You know how you as an actor can make daring physical choices or at least remove that barrier that just allow you to do things that you would not…

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

I love acting, but I think I'm done being an actor. How do I quit?

I know this might be kind of a funny post for this sub, but its members have been so supportive over the years (thank you!) and I thought one or two of you might be able to help me out. If anyone thinks there might be a better place to put this question, let me know! I love acting, but I found something else I love mor…

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

Tip: You've already memorized your lines

Reposting from a new account, deleted my last one: A lot of new actors get anxious about memorizing lines. It's not that scary. In fact, you subconsciously memorize those lines as you go. I started teaching and coaching students in L.A. one on one a few months ago and you'd be surprised at how fast even untrained actor…

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

Do acting agencies hire in house photographers for headshots?

Hello! I'm a photographer in Germany and I've been trying to get started photographing actor headshots/portraits. I'm having trouble getting started and knowing where to market my services. Acting agencies seemed like a good place to start. I was wondering if anyone knew if acting agencies hired photographers and if it…

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

Experience with Actor's Launchpad?

Does anyone have experience with Actor's Launchpad? How does it compare to One on One, Actor's Connection, Actor's Greenrom?

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

Any thoughts on Shakespeare & Company's month-long intensive?

Hey all! I was just curious if anyone knew anything about this program? [https://www.shakespeare.org/actor-training/month-long-intensive](https://www.shakespeare.org/actor-training/month-long-intensive) ​ Also, feel free to recommend courses similar let me know!!

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

much needed career and future advice

hey there, i have been in a tough decision-making situation, and i utterly don’t know what to do. my parents are the type of parents that say “you can be whatever you want! as long as its a doctor” which is obviously limiting and forcing me into only one career choice. i love theater and acting, and i just get that fee…

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Reddit · 24 Nov 2019

Help me find an acting school

Dear All  I hope you all are in good health. So since class 8th, I have made my mind of becoming an actor, although this burning desire in my head is not about money or fame yet it is for standing on stage and do my act. To make my dream true I need a push from teachers and here I am lost to make a decision. I am writi…