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Reddit · 12 Sep 2019

Question for fellow actors

As a new actor applying for roles/opportunities do you think it is worth attempting to write, shoot and act in your own stories and put it out there? OR to just focus character learning and applying for roles?

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2019

Beginner

Hi everyone. I’m a 23 year old man the UK who hasn’t got any sort of acting experience but I’ve always been fond of it. I’ve always read about actors and watched documentaries on acting and have always been fascinated by it. Like a lot of people it’s a desire I didn’t act on and now I’m at an age where I don’t think I’…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2019

Making Free Websites for Actors

Hello, ​ I am looking to help this community by making free websites for actors. This could be a website that could display your headshots, be a personal blog, have your resume, etc. Whatever you'd like I can make it. And yes it's completely free. I am looking to build my web design portfolio and figured this wo…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

Period audition advice (Sense and Sensibility)

I am auditioning for Sense and Sensibility by Kate Hammill at the end of the month. I am trying for Elinor or Fanny/Lucy (this version can cast the same actor for both roles) but preparing the monologue that will set me up for Elinor. I am a fairly new actor and haven't prepared a monologue for a period piece before...…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

Looking for Voice Actors

I'm looking for Voice Actors to collaborate with for an independent project I'm developing. What would be the best way to connect? There seems to be many different sites and I'm getting a bit lost in what the best resource is. Or if you're a voice actor on here, please reach out! I'm looking for all ages! Cheers

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

Guess who just got a series regular audition...without an agent??

Not me lol. Actually my girlfriend. She found it on Actors Access but the reason she got it was because she not only submitted through there but also pitched herself because she was such a great fit for the role. Wanted to share because I’m really proud but also in case it helps anyone!

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

What are some of your acting / auditioning experiences?

Hello i was just wondering since most of you guys here are actors/actresses , and i have never acted on a professional level. so i would like to know what are some of your acting experiences while being on set? has anyone here acted on big firms like disney/broadway etc , tell us everything and share with us. Share som…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

I'm interested in hiring a female voice actor, but I have questions

Like the title says, I'm exploring the idea of hiring a voice actor, but this is new territory for me. Allow me to explain what I'm looking for and why, and hopefully the good people here can help answers my questions, and point me in the right direction. So I'm a writer, and I've posted several stories on Reddit. My m…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2019

Why do you have to pay to audition?

I'm checking out actors access and backstage and both sites make you fork over money just for the chance of an audition. Better alternatives?

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2019

How do you deal with *only* rejection?

How do you guys deal with having never in your life gotten a single role, and only been rejected? I have been fine with dealing with rejection so far but today seemed to be the straw that broke the camels back. I have applied for about ten things and auditioned for them in the last 3 months.As each rejection came (even…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2019

I still get paid for the movie I was cut from

Not sure if this is inspirational or just something to share. My first gig out of theatre school in 2000 was a movie directed by someone who made some great 90s films and starred some 90s great stars. I had this scene where I got made up with a whole bunch of fake piercings and then got to improv with the male lead. We…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2019

Looking for Voice Actors

Hi everyone, My Name is Hazy, And I'm looking for VAs for A WebSeries I'm making called The Internet Factory. I can't promise pay for The pilot, But I'll be able to after I finish The Pilot. For any questions, Please contact **Internet Factory#5422** on Discord. Thank You. ​ [https://docs.google.com/presentation…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2019

Acting as a lifestyle

Hey Reddit Actors! What are some ways to prepare yourself as an actor? In terms of lifestyle choices such exercises, diet, habits or routines. Thanks a bunch :D

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Non-Union applying for SAG?

So I was looking at ActorsAccess and I see that shows like 13 Reasons Why and Riverdale are listed as "SAG" on there, can non-unions send in auditions for the SAG movies? Could you get a recurring role on a SAG film despite not being SAG yourself? Would I just automatically apply for SAG right after being casted? Would…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Help Me Help You

Hello everyone!! I am a casting assistant and actress and I make YouTube videos giving advice to aspiring actors and answering questions that we all have! I’ve been in the industry for over 10 years and I just really want to help others feel confident in their auditions and in their career choices. That said, what topi…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Do big talent agencies only sign SAG actors/actresses?

Do agencies like UTA, MGMT, WMA, CAA, Paradigm, MKS&D, AEFH, etc only sign actors who are SAG? Or do they recruit Non-Union actors and hope the casting directors they send them to audition for would "Taft-Hartley" you if you get the part? Would they sign Non-Union actors who are SAG-eligible but not SAG?

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

heavy crying, real emotion

I'm looking for female voice acting for heavy crying. This will need to be 'real' heavy crying, with sobbing, wailing etc. I tried hiring off a website or two but ended with just badly acted whining so hoping to find real voice actors here. The person who could deliver would be someone with emotional ranges of real gri…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Memorizing tips for ADHD actor

Hey, I have ADHD and I don’t take medication for it as my parents never let me as a kid and now the waiting list for getting reassessed and medicated is about two years lol. As a result I have very poor short term memory. Does anyone have any tips on memorizing texts? I’m so jealous of my friends who can just read some…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Actors Daily/Weekly Routine? Tips

Hello, i would love to know what you all do when it comes to your routines that help you. Monologues, Scripts, Exercise.

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

I'm looking for a voice actor for my short movie.

Project Title: The Secret Treasure Contact: Message Me If Interested Deadline: 15th of September. Plot Summary: The Overworld is at threat, but when all hope seems lost, Noah and Violet find a book that might just turn it around. Character Name: Violet Character Description: Smart, good at building houses and is good a…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Joining SAG Need Advice

So I’ve recently joined SAG and I’m not fully sure I on how to pay off my dues or how it even works really. I mean, I guess it should be noted that got in SAG through work on sets and receiving a Taft Hartley. I could just google it but I wanted to hear from some fellow working up and coming actors. Does anyone know ho…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2019

Looking to recast mascot voice (Unpaid)

Hi. I’m a cartoonist who wants to start working on their internet presence. I’m currently looking to recast the role of the male half of my mascot duo. This isn’t a role for just one project specifically, it’s a role for a multitude of projects that’ll feature the character. If you don’t think you can commit to returni…

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2019

Male teen actors without body hair?

I am 18 years old and acting but I have realized that when watching most movies, TV shows, or whatever, most actors aged like 17-21 have no arm hair for sure and none or almost no leg hair. Do directors make you shave it off since it looks better for the screen and because a lot of people don't see teenagers with hairy…

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2019

looking

hi hello I'm trying to become a voice actor its been my dream for a while any tips

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2019

Casting /talent agency internship while pursuing acting?

Hi everyone! I was reading about Zazie Beetz and Camila Mendes and it seems they found their agents through internship connections. Zazie Beetz had an internship at an NYC casting agency which led to short films with Columbia's MFA faculty and a referral to her current agency, Gersh. Camila Mendes interned at Carson Ko…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

Should I become an actor?

Hey everyone so I’ve been thinking about becoming an actor for awhile now I’m 18 and just graduated from high school I never did any high school theatre cause at the time acting never really been that interesting for me but a friend of mine said that acting in front of people can get rid of my social awkwardness and sh…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

Voice acting

I never knew I wanted to be a voice actor till today, I don’t know if I’ll have to do school or not, I honestly don’t want to, but I don’t see any other way to be noticed until I do, I wanna be a voice actor so I can meet bigger people and work with them, raise money for other communities and other people, help my fami…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

I want to be an actor but I have a really weak chin

I'm currently in drama school. I love acting, on stage or on camera. However, I'm insecure about the way I look, especially about the fact that I pretty much have no chin. I know it may sounds stupid but I'm really insecure about it and sometimes, not always, when I'm on stage it gets in the way of my acting. When I ha…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

Timothee Chalamet

Hey guys, I would just really know what you think is so special about timothee chalamet Acting. It’s obvious that he is a once in a generation talent and has a love for acting and puts a lot of time into it. However, what do you guys think draws the viewer and makes him so damn relatable? I’ve noticed while watching hi…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

Budget software/template for actors?

Looking for a google sheets template or a software which will support irregular income that we all experience as actors?

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

How can I find an agent as a newcomer without experience

Hello there! So I have recently moved to L.A. and have one curious question that I just can’t seem to get a straight answer to. How does one in L.A. get signed to an acting agent? I mean I have heard the stories of people moving here and then getting signed to agencies but how do they do that? Where do they go? Who do…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

Looking for an unknown voice actor with a deep(ish) voice and (optional) British accent for new dark comedy web show. Must have a sense of humor, have the ability to improvise plus have your own microphone and recording software.

The role: play the voice of a polite demon who is also the narrator. Length: 1 season (10 episodes) each episode will be 12 - 30 minutes long. Pay: Only if the show takes off. This isnt a corporate show. It will be a small group of people trying to make something fun. But if it becomes popular, future pay is a very muc…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

ATTENTION: Yes, becoming an actor IS POSSIBLE!

When I decided I wanted to pursue my dream to act, I was excited and anxious all rolled into one. "What do I need?, How do I find auditions?, Where do I learn what to do?", were all running through my brain at once. It was overwhelming and I began to wonder, "Is becoming an actor even possible at all?" Almost a decade…

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Reddit · 7 Sep 2019

any actors here have really bad anxiety? how do you cope with it?

i don’t mean general anxiety before a show or an audition because i’m pretty sure everyone has them, but anxiety really bad that it doesn’t make you sleep the night before an audition or show, and just anxiety that makes you shake in nervousness.

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Reddit · 6 Sep 2019

Voice Actor Looking for Work

Hello! Just a voice actor looking for some work :) If you have anything, you can find me here: [https://www.voices.com/talent/demos](https://www.voices.com/talent/demos) Have a wonderful day :)

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Reddit · 6 Sep 2019

Wanting to act but also having doubts

Hi,I have little to no acting experience. I was an extra on my friend's film which I'm pretty sure doesn't count. I have never played in any school theatre, etc. I have auditioned for 2 student films just for fun, but I don't think I was taking it seriously at the time and did a crap job. Now I'm changing my mind. I'm…

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Reddit · 6 Sep 2019

First time using Actors Access

I’m filling out my profile on Actors Access. I have a few questions: How important is it that I fill out the size card? I’ve been told to never list my weight- but is it necessary to fill out all the body measurements? Can you put training information in the Professional Biography (footer) section? I do not have any cr…

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Reddit · 6 Sep 2019

New voice actor!

Hello! I thought I'd just make a short post introducing myself. I've been stage acting non professionally for several years and singing semi professionally since I was a child. I also do spoken word poetry. I've never done any voice acting before but I've just moved into a place where I actually have my own room and ca…

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Reddit · 6 Sep 2019

Book recommendations for an actor boyfriend?

Hello! My partner has recently started college for acting and I was wondering if there are any textbooks or books that any of you actors out there would recommend as a gift? I'm so proud of him and would love to surprise him with something that isn't on the curriculum/is recommended by other actors but I know absolutel…