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Reddit · 14 Sep 2018

I'll critique your headshots

Former actor/makeup artist/stylist for TV, commercial, stage in Baltimore, Philly, Seattle, and NYC. I'm happy to share all that I have learned! Feel free to send me your headshot(s) and include the type of work you are going after, and I'll give my honest opinion. Getting cast is a very subjective, competitive, and un…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 13 Sep 2018

Awesome Podcast: Audrey Helps Actors

Hello, Fellow Stage 32 Actors!I recently discovered the podcast Audrey Helps Actors and could not be more obsessed with it! Audrey talks about the day to day basics of how to hustle in this business. I LOVE HER! A great podcast to listen to if you need a little inspiration in the biz side of your career. https://www.au…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

Union vs. non union vs SAG eligible

Hello I am very new to the acting scene, taking my first class in 2 weeks. I’m sure I can ask the teacher and find out but I’d like to get some information prior. I see online stuff about union and non union gigs and actors being classified as those or SAG eligible. Can you help tell me what exactly they mean? Does bei…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

Asking a CD a question on Actors Access

Today I got a really cool audition on Actors Access. I'm pretty stoked about it because it would be a pretty big deal to me if I got it, and I submitted for it like 3 weeks ago so I had pretty much forgotten about it completely. However, the role was pretty vague in the breakdown, but once I read over the sides, I noti…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

A junior in high school and not sure how to go about my future

For the past year, I’ve really developed a passion for acting, especially after seeing performances by Heath Ledger and Timothée Chalamet. I want nothing more than to pursue acting, but I’m not sure how to go about it. I’m generally speaking pretty smart, and naturally good at writing. Despite that, I haven’t had the h…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

Has anyone gotten work off of Actors Access? Also Wendy Alane Wright question.

I've gotten some auditions, and I'm still relatively new to the site, but I'm curious if anyone actually books work through it. Has anyone signed up for Wendy's paid services? I'm just curious what they entail and if the actor felt like what they learned was worth the price tag. Whether it be the Winners Circle, or a m…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

Moving to Toronto - best area to commute from for actors?

Hey guys, I'm a new actress living in Alberta at the moment. Going to be moving to Toronto by Fall 2019 without a car (too many added expenses). Is this very inconvenient as an actor in Toronto? Are a lot of auditions held all over GTA, or mainly in Toronto downtown? I do not have an agent atm, and realistically don't…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

So I’m now working on broadway productions...but not as an actor.

Hey there folks, I’m fairly new to reddit so forgive me if I mess anything up here. So I just got hired into a theatre that does shows from all over, including broadway and London. The only thing is that I’m a stagehand. I want to be an actor, and believe me, I’m not complaining about this job. I just hope it doesn’t e…

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Sep 13

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 · 13 Sep 2018

Looking for NYC based bodybuilder-actors!

I am directing a play I wrote, called Gain!, that rehearses and performs September-October-November. It's about four young bodybuilders. Please let me know if you are interested in auditioning or have friends who might be.

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

ACTOR'S LINK OPINION

The thing on Actors Access that charges? Has anyone taken advantage of it? If so, what were the results? I just want to get myself a bit more out there. Thank you for any and all opinions :) ​ EDIT- Talent Link is what it's called. I'm a dork. But still same question!

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Reddit · 13 Sep 2018

IMDb pro worth it?

All I need to do is adding my pic to cast page,is IMDb pro membership worth it? This is what’s happening. I was in the film project, director created my name for cast. I created my IMDb account, but my actor name is already exit cuz my director created as cast. So my own IMDb account can’t use same name as my actor nam…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

Getting SAG through extra vouchers (NYC)

I'm working on getting that sag-eligible status, I'm signed up for central casting and submit for extra work on casting networks. NYC actors how many of you have actually gotten your SAG card through extra work? If so how long did it take you, are there any shows that have a higher probably of getting vouchers from?

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

I’m starting to feel like pursuing acting is just impossible if you’re working class

I haven’t been able to afford to even take an acting class is years, I’m stuck waiting tables because I’ve yet to find another job that makes enough money to afford LA / NYC that’s also flexible.... it’s like I’m free falling with no safety net and it’s just the worst feeling in the world. I truly don’t know how anybod…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

[CORRECTED DATE] AMA Announcement: Jeff Seymour Round 2, Friday 9/14 noon EST

Hey everyone, I mentioned this in another post but Jeff Seymour expressed an interest in doing another round of an AMA here so we're scheduling that for Friday 9/14 at noon EST. Jeff is an actor, teacher, and director with a podcast and a book about his approach. More info about him here: http://reallifeactor.com and h…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

Post-graduate school to get into acting?

I love acting, and I never got to major it in college. I want to be an actress, and I know I have the chops for it, so I want to pursue acting but unfortunately don't have classes in my area. If I were to choose a post-graduate school or masters program for acting, where should I go? I know there's a bunch of schools i…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

It's time! The Second Dual AMA between /r/Screenwriting and /r/Acting is right here

Hey actors, places (thank you places). Post your questions for screenwriters here, and [don't forget to head over to /r/screenwriting to answer their questions for us](https://old.reddit.com/r/Screenwriting/comments/9faqqd/dual_community_ask_me_anything_racting_meets/). **Don't forget to subscribe to both subreddits, y…

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Reddit · 12 Sep 2018

Two film directors say I have too much energy

This is a criticism I have gotten twice when auditioning for small film projects in my area. They just say I have to much energy when reading my lines at auditions. I'm not really sure what this means whether I'm too loud or too excited? I've done almost all theatre work in the past 2 years so I'm not sure if that has…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Sep 2018

New kind of casting app

Hello everyone!I’m a filmmaker and like many of my colleagues I was so frustrated by the talent search and casting process, that I decided to try to change that.I’m developing a unique casting and talent management app “StreetKast” and I need your help in spreading information about it and supporting my crowdfunding ca…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2018

AMA Announcement: Jeff Seymour round 2, Thursday 9/13 noon EST

Hey everyone, I mentioned this in another post but Jeff Seymour expressed an interest in doing another round of an AMA here so we're scheduling that for Thursday 9/13 at noon EST. Jeff is an actor, teacher, and director with a podcast and a book about his approach. More info about him here: http://reallifeactor.com and…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2018

When is it ok to detach from a project?

I’m having a huge dilemma. I (perhaps stupidly) got myself attached to a project without knowing much about it and am starting to regret it. I’ve never met the director, who lives in a different country and who (perhaps equally stupidly) cast me on the basis of a headshot and a recommendation from a mutual friend, who…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2018

YOUR TURN TO TALK...TELL ME WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT ACTING

Passion. It is what makes life worthwhile. Do you feel it? If you say you want to be an actor, you must have an overpowering reason. You’ve got to know it’s not the easiest job in the world. The odds are against you. Still you can’t give up the dream because it’s what you want more than anything else. Why? I do a lot o…

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Reddit · 11 Sep 2018

Reel Talk - Sep 11

Use this post as a place to get feedback on your reels, ask questions regarding reels, post reels you've seen that you think are awesome, anything reel-related.

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 10 Sep 2018

Richie walls entertainment webinar masterclass series

Want to learn from the Daytime Emmy Award-winning producer, casting director, and talent manager Richie Walls? Join him for the two-hour masterclass series from the comfort of your own home and work on your auditioning, acting, and business of acting. Richie is currently producing a large slate and casting multiple pro…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 10 Sep 2018

Actress Looking for work

Hello Everyone! I'm an actress looking to get some film credits on my resume. If you know of anyone that is holding auditions for student films, or independant projects I am most certainly interested. Currently in school doing getting my BA in Performing Arts Theatre with a Minor in film. So most of the work that I hav…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Getting into Film/TV as a 30+ Year Old

Hi there, I’ve read the sidebar and am looking at getting started on some of those suggestions (starting classes, etc.). There are a few nuances and pieces of advice that I’m hoping the r/acting community can weigh in on. This is a fairly lengthy post, so TL;DR - is there any sense in reaching out to agents with a head…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Acting in St. Louis

Hello, I am an aspiring actor from STL. I am only 17 years old. Does anybody have any tips/secrets about where to go to find good bookings that are well known located in STL? I have an agent thats based out of the city, but they really dont help much. Thanks!

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Tips for 12 Angry Men?

Hey, high school actor here. Not sure if this is the best place to post this so if there’s a better sub for this please let me know. Basically, auditions for my school’s production of 12 Angry Men are tomorrow and I’d really like to be either Juror #1 or #8. Does anyone have any tips for the show? Any experiences with…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Acting with Aspergers?

I did admittedly post this on the Asperger reddit, but I felt I should revise it and post that here too as I’ve been seeing a lot of posts that have concerned me about the industry. I know that there are actors who are autistic, but I still feel like this needs addressing. My issue here is that for my whole life I’ve w…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Does it matter where an actor graduates from?

First off I’m not in school to get an acting degree, I’m trying to finish up a degree in English. I might be able to finish up in a year, looking to transfer to finish my last year, then I’m looking into getting into a acting workshop. My concern is that I’ve taken my time to focus on other things such as work experien…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Advice on good schools for acting?

I'm 16 years old and my dream in life is to become an actor. I've been looking at different schools to apply for to get started after I graduate high school. I've been leaning towards the New York Film Academy. Any advice?

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Actors of Vancouver? Let's Connect!

Calling all actors in the Vancouver Area. Let me know you social handles because I'd love to get in touch and start developing a community!!

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Announcing another dual AMA between /r/Acting and /r/Screenwriting, Wednesday at 3 PM!

#Time: **September 12th (this Wednesday), 3 PM EST** #Place: **r/Acting and r/Screenwriting** #Dress Code: **Underwear optional, but encouraged.** Hey folks! We did this once before with /r/Screenwriting and /u/1NegativeKarma1 and we want to give it another shot! **Don't forget to subscribe to both subreddits, you neve…

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Reddit · 10 Sep 2018

Should I drop my community college acting course?

I’m in beginning acting 270 and the class is so boring. Will it help get me anywhere big? All we do in the class is play social games and practice weird things like saying your name aloud.

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2018

Do I Need a Fancy MFA?

Hey guys, I am an aspiring actress in San Diego. I am 23 years old and have limited experience in acting outside of one musical I did in high school. In the past year I've done two musicals and a play in community theatre and did a short student film (I have a full-time job so I don't have much time). My long term drea…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2018

Would folks be interested in another AMA from Jeff Seymour?

Hey everyone, you may remember (or maybe you didn't get a chance to see) Jeff's AMA from last month: https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/97jg0n/im_jeff_seymour_actor_director_and_author_of_the/. He expressed interest in doing another one soon and I wanted to run that by the community first. Since we don't do many…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2018

Do you ever worry you aren’t a good actor?

I watch all these interviews of actors I admire and they’re all so humble but they never seem insecure. Realistically I know I can’t be bad or else I‘d be getting way less work, but it’s hard not to let those thoughts creep in sometimes. Does anyone else feel like that ever?

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2018

How to make contacts/get called to a casting as an underage amateur actor?

Hi! So, I'm a 16 year old boy from Finland. I have had acting as a hobby for 9 years and last/this year I've been an extra in a TV-series (5 times). Also now I'm in a play in my hometown's city theatre(amateur theatre). I'm interested on becoming a proper actor so where/how could I find/make new contacts? How can I get…

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Reddit · 9 Sep 2018

Any good acting podcasts?

Hey folks - I was wondering if there are any good podcasts about acting that I can listen to?

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2018

can a non actor ask a question?

when actors are having a conversation in the background, are they actually talking or just mouthing words. it looks so natural i have always wondered. thank you

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2018

There Are No Stupid Questions - Sep 8

Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere. So ask away!

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Reddit · 8 Sep 2018

What's Everyone Working on This Week?

I just directed a huge shoot with a couple of my actor friends in Seattle at a big VR company. We all created avatars and went into separate rooms and joined each other inside Virtual Reality and went through the process of Auditioning, Rehearsing, taking an acting class, doing improvisation and doing a virtual perform…