Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
ACTING AGENTS
Hi, I’m looking for an acting agent, I want to become an actress, but I’ll need an agent,if you know an agent or anything, please let me know, it’d be a dream come true.
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 11
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…
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
My lack of self-confidence is holding me back from pursuing an acting career. Any advice for dealing with your inner critic?
In classes, I always feel like I’m the worst in the room. When I watch others act, I feel like they’re so much better than me. Sometimes I feel like I’ll never be capable of acting on screen. I even watch myself and believe that I am not attractive enough to be an actor. Despite all of this, I still love to act and wan…
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
Essays for BFA and Conservatory applications.
" An essay 250-500 words describing your goals in the field of acting and why you wish to study at the Institute." A conservatory I am looking into has this on their application and listed as "optional" I plan on doing one, but just wanted to get some advice from others who have experience doing so. I really don't want…
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
Need to portray a rich jerk and I am in need of some advice.
Don’t know if these kinds of posts are allowed around here. If not, please tell me, so I can delete it. Sorry if my englisch is not the best, I am from Germany. During summer, I’m part of a summer camp as an supervisor. During the vacation, we’re doing all kind of games and shows, and on one evening we’re doing an „Imp…
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
I am an South Asian-American actor with English first and last names. Should I change it or add an ethnic middle name to better represent who I am?
My first and last names are English names due to my family being of Christian background. Think Russell Peters, who is Indian-Canadian but with an English name. Given my South-Asian looks and background, I feel this doesn't quite look right on on-screen credits and might even be a disadvantage for getting roles. Ȁ…
Reddit · 11 Jul 2019
Casting NYC NATIVE ITALIAN Speakers Men and/or women 45-60
Spoke with Andrew today. Can mention but do not have to be GIAA member. Online medical project seeks Italian actors MUST be native speakers) Working on a web based medical project. Shooting in NYC. Project is a simulated video discussion between doctor and patient. Looking to cast the roles of the Patient & the Doctor…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Moving to LA....but with a 9 to 5?
All things considered, I’m a beginner actor. I want to move to LA regardless, but I know the schedule will likely be a problem. I’m non union with little experience but keep in mind I want to move out there anyways. Has anybody moved there, worked 9 to 5, then eventually transitioned to acting? From my experience, most…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Casting Call
Hey, guys. My friend and I are making a horror/slasher film and are looking for actors in the Charlottesville/Staunton/Waynesboro or areas close to those in Virginia. Currently still working on the script, so we dont currently have filming dates yet. If you are interested, DM me for more information. We are looking for…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Casting #s on a recent SAG commercial casting; Auditioned vs Booked OCPs
Co-owner of a Casting Company in NYC and we recently cast a SAG campaign intended for broadcast release. I thought it might be interesting for the sub to get a sense of the competition by taking a quick look at the raw dirty numbers. Here is the breakdown for our NYC casting for a fast-food company: 526 SAG actors audi…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
UK vs US
I'd love to open up the discussion about the pros and cons of UK vs US. Yes, I know in many ways that LA is superior to London. But for people starting out?, people with some credits?, younger actors?, older actors? With a better accent here or there? I'd love to hear everyone's thoughts and experiences to help people…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
I have a sudden interest in learning how to act! but I don’t think I can stay committed to it...
TL;DR At bottom I have a sudden interest in movie acting after after watching Stranger Things 3. I have personally never liked the idea of going up on stage singing and dancing in school plays because I was very introverted and I thought it was all a lame joke. I’m not the most attractive person. My dad would joke some…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Actors who are parents
What do you do with your kids when your required to travel to film something. Do they go with you? If not how do you deal with being apart from them for so long, especially if they are little.
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Looking for Voice Actors?
If I were to say start a small indie animated project, how would I go about casting a team of voices for it? Should I start here? Is there another sub or forum on the internet where I should fish for talent? Is anyone interested in working on a *very* low budget project?? So many questions!
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Canadian Child Actor in US
My son is getting into acting and we are from Canada, but have been living in Texas for the past 2 years under my husbands L1 work visa. What kind of visa (if any) does my son need? And, do I apply for it or does his acting job apply? Also, does he need a social security number, I assume he does but I’m so lost on all…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
A question about the bigger UK agencies
I am sorry for the stupid question but i'm a foreigner coming from a small market so i don't fully know how the industry in the UK works. Let's say i sign with a top-tier agent from an agency that helps their actors land big studio US roles.. whenever there's a script for one of those roles sent to one agent - does thi…
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
Any actors on here have stories of actor friends that were really talented, kept pushing, but still never made it and died alone?
Thanks. I’m having a great day. Really.
Reddit · 10 Jul 2019
College; Pros and Cons
(If there is already a post about this please link it!!) I am a junior in high school, trying to figure out what to do for the future. My main dream is to be an actress. I’ve only done school productions before (due to lack of money) but I’ve done very well in them. (14 shows, 11 as main) my “plan” is to go to college…
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
how to know if you're inhibiting yourself?
hey r/acting! long time no see. ​ i'm a 16 year old living in australia. if it's important, i'm not white (so diversity points? or something? idek, just thought might as well include it). earlier this year, i switched from my old agency; they're sorta known, because of its links to a well-known kids' performing…
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
Is it safe to assume I won't have any chance at an acting career? I don't know if it's worth pursuing at all or how.
I was always an animated kid in front of a camera but never really considered any sort of acting or theater because I had a very old fashioned immigrant family and that was just not a thing. I was always jealous of other kids doing it though. Senior year of high school I finally got the guts to take a theater class and…
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
I’m 13, I’ve always wanted to be an actor, I’m actually pretty good at acting, I just never perused it because my mom probably would never let me do it. I really want to be an actor and I don’t know how to convince her or how to find auditions. Any help i
Edit: I live in Indiana too so it’s difficult to find auditions.
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
Help Support me in my acting journey
Hello fellow actors! I’ve joined in a reality talent search on national tv. I reached this milestone because of the tips and techniques I’ve learned in this subreddit so I would like to thank you guys!I was hoping if you guys could help me by voting for me! :) You can watch my acting videos on youtube because part of t…
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
Understanding contracts with 'In Perpetuity'?
I have been cautious of signing contracts that states "In perpetuity" or any other variations of that word. Is that a strict requirement for all film contracts (Be it a student film, feature film, commercial etc)? Most importantly, should it be signed? Is there way to bypass it or change it? Can it be beneficial to the…
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
Looking For Acting School/Classes/Coaches in Miami, FL
Hey I’m moving to Miami soon and was wondering if there are any good acting studios, classes, or coaches that you guys recommend. I’m a beginner and want to better my craft as an actor. Please let me know. Thanks:)
Reddit · 9 Jul 2019
Do casting websites help?
Hello everyone, ​ Okay so my question is straight forward but I want to know if anyone has had really success and luck with online websites? I have had in the past Back Stage, Actors Access, Casting Network. Not sure if I just wasn't utilizing them correctly but thought I'd ask the publics opinion on it and see…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
I'd it normal for close friends not to come see you perform?
Not sure if this is the right sort of thing to discuss here, if not I am sorry. Here's my personal issue: I've never asked friends or even family to see any of my performances before (because of confidence and I didn't want to put them out). But now I have a large role in a performance that I'm really proud of and it's…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
My first professional gig!!
Heyoooo fellow actors! I recently graduated from my conservatory program in NYC and have been living here since. My survival job is rather boring and not in my career path but the people are very nice. I haven't been able to audition bc of my own insecurities, habits, and lack of time management but I have been sending…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
How do I give this up?
Part of this is a rant, but I'm also genuinely asking for advice: I'm a really bad actor. In college I was cut from a BFA acting program. I didn't fit in, and I think my (at the time) whole-hearted attempts at "honing my craft" were amusing at best and cringy at worst. That was ten years ago. I'm 29 now and have a full…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
United States to Canada?
I’m currently an actor in Washington state and I was wondering what the process looks like if I wanted to act in Vancouver, BC. I would want to still live in Washington but submit for stuff there too. I visit there a few times a year already with a passport, but my specific question is regarding work visas/permits and…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
I want to be an actor.
I’m a freshman in theatre. How would I go about becoming an actor for commercials/tv/movies.
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
Should I even consider trying to audition for roles and find an agent while in college?
I’m 18 and about to start college next month. I’m majoring in Political Science, not theatre or any of the arts. Acting and performing has always been a huge part of my life, I’ve got several acting awards through my high school drama competitions along with a plethora of public speaking awards with various organizatio…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
Offered representation - too easy to be true?
I've recently moved to a new city, which has a thriving film and TV industry. I've been contacting agents for the last couple of weeks, introducing myself, sharing my showreel, CV and headshots, and asking for a meeting. Most of them have outright ignored me. Some of them have politely stated their books are closed (I'…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
Becoming an actress
Hello everyone. I though I would ask here, since I did not found much information by searching on Google. I wanted to become an actress since I was very young, I was attending various “Acting Camps” in my country where I had mostly main roles, but I would like acting to become my profession, because it is my passion. U…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
LA Actors: Avoid the Church of Scientology classes
So I live in Hollywood, and as an actor who has been slowly transitioning to behind the camera work, I've decided to start doing one on one acting coaching as both a way to help others with self-tapes and technique, make some side cash, and improve my directing skills. I've come to be disturbed to find that LOTS of act…
Reddit · 8 Jul 2019
I never had an acting agent before today, and now I have two!
Yo guys. Just wanted to celebrate the fact that I finally have representation! For about a year I've been looking for someone who might pick me up but it's proved difficult without professional film/tv credits. All i've done is student film and a short promo film for an organization, but I eventually harassed enough pe…
Reddit · 7 Jul 2019
Article about a lack of passion for theatre and a passion for attention instead(?)
I remember reading (not sure if it was here or r/theatre) an interview outline an acting teacher talking on a philosophy that not all actors have a passion for theatre. Some simply have a passion for attention, and for some that passion is strong enough to make a career out of it. As he described, the actor with a pass…
Reddit · 7 Jul 2019
do you have to act in school plays to become an actor?
im totally new at this, but ive always wanted to become an actor; although ive never persued it. ive never been interested in auditioning for high school plays or going into drama class simply because im too shy in front of my classmates. id rather start elsewhere, like in local plays instead. i know its strongly sugge…
Reddit · 7 Jul 2019
A VA musical??
I just finished watching “What About Dick?” on Netflix. From the *very* Monty Python influenced mind of Eric Idles, you can safely assume this is comedy gold from start to finish. Here’s why it’s relevant to the VA community: It’s a pretty good look behind the curtain of how radio dramas were created right around the t…
Reddit · 7 Jul 2019
Found out that i could get a referral (for an agent). Should i?
I basically had decided to move to the UK (i'm from Europe) given the fact that i almost have enough credits to get a top-tier agent but.. Brexit will happen. As of right now i don't have any time. I could get a mid-tier agent which ISN'T fatal at all, but i have found out that a friend of my mom's is represented by a…
Reddit · 7 Jul 2019
New and Wanting to Learn
Hello, all. ​ I'm new to acting in general, as I've only begun my journey a few months ago back in March by taking lessons as a voice actor. ​ However, as I've progressed, I've become fascinated and infatuated with the world of acting as a whole, not just with voice acting. I've watched a lot of videos on…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2019
Tips for a director about to rehearse with actors?
Hey. I'm making my first short film with quite a large budget (for a short) and will soon go into rehearsals with actors, something I've never done. While some have little experience, other actors are actually quite experienced, been co-stars on many known TV shows, etc. We're scheduled for 4 rehearsals, with the last…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2019
Can I get some suggestions on my next mic?
Would love for any help the sub may offer. Currently using the Audio Technica AT2020. I do about half of my work from my home studio and would like to do more from home. I'm thinking it's time to step up the mic quality. The AT2020 is a solid mic But it requires too much EQ tweaking to give it some clarity and brightne…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2019
Actors of London where would you recommend living?
Where is most of the Film and TV industry in London?
Reddit · 6 Jul 2019
This may sound like a strange request but...
I wanted to see if there are any actors with a good amount of experience who would be able to have a conversation with me. I just have so many questions and I need to find out a lot. Not just about the world of acting but if it’s right for me. It’s all just too much to just ask post by post and I would like to really g…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2019
the casting process is insane so give yourself some credit
Full disclosure, I don't work in Hollywood at all. But I've got a relative who does and recently she had to cast a minor role in a movie and we ended up looking through the (30ish) audition clips together. And guys... we were rejecting them for the most innocent shit. I think there were only one or two auditions which…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2019
How should I record voiceover for a 5-year old male child?
I'm working on a long-term animated project called Kashingkan, and I'm nearing completion of my second episode. In this episode have a male character who is 5 years old and has 4 or 5 lines of dialogue. I tried recording the lines myself and heavily adjusting the pitch so my voice sounds high, but it sounded really unn…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2019
Reputable agencies in Toronto for background actors/extras? Any experience with TFX?
I was going to apply to ML but the reviews have gotten worse. So I'm thinking of applying to TFX (Toronto Film Extras), was wondering if anyone recommends it (or any other agency). Thanks.
Reddit · 5 Jul 2019
Bad Meisner acting teaching?
Hi all. I've been attending Meisner acting classes. The focus of the class is the repetition exercise. First few sessions, all went well. I was following impulses, paying attention to partner, honestly laughing, crying, getting angry, embarrassed etc etc. But then a couple of sessions ago, the teacher seemed to start p…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2019
Advice for someone looking for voice actors?
My dad and I are huge fans of R.C. Bray and original audibles like Man on the Mountaintop. I would love to one day have my book adapted to an audio version. I'm curious what are good directions to give when doing a cast calling? Or the best way to give directions to a voice actor? TIA!
Reddit · 5 Jul 2019
Voiceovers - are they a hobby, or are they your Business?
I'm Joshua Alexander, been doing voiceover since 1993 and I am very grateful. :-) Many clients have chosen me to tell their story: Nutrisystem. Uber. Zillow. Cadillac. Wrangler. Microsoft. John Deere. 4Ocean. Ecolab. Unicef. Deloitte. Enterprise. Specialties are E-Learning, Instructional Videos, Narration, Movie Traile…