Stage 32 · 29 Aug 2018
Influence
Remember, when you decide to stand in front of the Camera, you pick up a responsibility to the eyes/hearts of the world. Your influence will make or break a spirit. #Influencial #ImpactingTheWorld #Integrity
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
how long the scenes in a demo reel should be?
Can we talk about this? How long does each scene have to be in a demo reel? I'm planning on doing a few to make a temporary demo reel. I don't get a consistent answer. I've heard anywhere from 10-30 seconds. The problem is there is no demonstration of range. I'm so confused. You cannot learn anything about someone's…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Are all actors eligible psychopath?
If you watched the movie "What Keeps You Alive", you'll know what I mean. Can't actors do that pretty well in real life? Faking emotions and manipulating other people's feelings.
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Branding Survey!
Hey guys! I need your help with a branding survey. I'm an actress and I want to find out how you would cast me. If you could click the link below and fill the survey out I would really appreciate it! Thank you! [https://goo.gl/forms/cZNMiQngnv7IkyCj2](https://goo.gl/forms/cZNMiQngnv7IkyCj2)
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Looking For Background Actors In Washington State For YouTube Skit(s)
Short Version: Need two men and possibly one woman for background actors in a short skit. So I run https://www.DefianceCoffee.com and I am looking to make my first skit for YouTube. This skit will be sarcastic and comical and later be promoted in advertising so this video has the potential to get millions of views sinc…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Help pick a monologue
Hello actors there’s auditions for Frankenstein by Mark Shelley and I need to bring a one minute monologue. I’m going for Frankenstein’s monster. Sorry if I have no info I’m still new to this game. Any tips would be gr8! Thank you.
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
School?
So, I’ve been in a few projects, both theater and film, and I enjoy acting, especially on a stage. I want to be the best I can be, and I love even just thinking about learning how to better myself as an actor, but I don’t have any real acting classes or training opportunities near me. I’m 26 years old. Should I conside…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Opinions on performing one of Aaron's monologues in Titus Andronicus (a part for a black actor) as a white man?
Good evening r/acting. I am trying to get 5 good, contrasting, Shakespearean monologues of 2 mins or less in length, as a personal project and to help with future auditions. Aaron's monologues are fantastic for an evil, brutish audition piece, which contrasts wonderfully with some of my other pieces, and many of them c…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
Likeopene - An app that recommends new things you might like based on the things you already like.
When you first join, you're prompted to enter all the things you like (songs, movies, artists, brands, foods, people, books, hobbies, products, bands, actors, websites, apps, games, *whatever*). The app then broadly finds other users with similar lists and returns items on their lists that aren't on yours. You can then…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
What can I do to practice by myself?
I'm taking the first steps to hopefully launching an acting career but I a very little idea of what to be doing first. I'm living in Vancouver, but I don't have a reel/headshot/resume yet. I'm taking an intro acting class in October and am saving for a headshot as well as planning to perhaps film a demo reel of myself…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
in the audition waiting room
idk if it'll be the same for you but I was at an audition yesterday (first time at this casting office) and someone next to me who was reading for another role was an Emmy nominee! and it was just really nice seeing that even they were right here next to me, anxious and stressed and hoping to see a dog so they'll be le…
Reddit · 29 Aug 2018
White girl cast as Maria in West Side Story
Today my university posted the cast list for their upcoming production of West Side Story and a white girl was cast as Maria, even though three Latinx girls auditioned. One was cast as Anita, one cast as Maria’s understudy, and the third is in the ensemble. The entire school is in an uproar and normally I would be too…
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
Should I volunteer my time to be a BG for a local director?
I was offered to do BG for a short film that does pay. Should I do this in hopes of networking or not bother? I do get a share of the film if it ever gets sold or wins an award. This is a special contract given to low budget films by my union. I've done these before. I don't get to talk to the main cast. I'm mostly net…
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
Getting back to to the swing of things, but feeling kind of lost
What’s up Reddit family!! I’m an actor and writer in NY. I took a nice amount of time off from performing to tend to family as well as myself. I’m so blessed to have a great family that supported me through my hard times, and gave me the confidence again to be who I am, and never let society dictate what I can do with…
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
Lost a role cause I didn't have a SAG waiver before
Hey I got a casting call last Wednesday for a role that would have giving me a sag waiver for non-union member and today i was asked if i had ever been giving one and i said "no" they hung up on me. I called back and asked about it and they gave me the "oh.. i just got an email and they wont need you any more". Should…
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
L.A. based actors, how often and how long are you driving to gigs, auditions, and such when you have them?
Mostly just curious since I'm not there not but plan on moving soon
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
Auditioning for Dorothy
I have the opportunity to audition for Dorothy in a nonmusical version of the Wizard of Oz, and I'm looking for some advice or words of wisdom. I really don't want to be carbon copy of Judy Garland's Dorothy, as I know I need to stand out somehow and make it my own, so I've been going through some of Dorothy's monologu…
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
Audition question
Should you use props? Let's day a bottle or a pencil that is in the scene
Reddit · 28 Aug 2018
If you don't have a reel, I don't even look at you.
Small piece of advice, for whatever it counts coming from a nobody director. I just posted casting calls yesterday for a project. It’s the lead role in a mystery. In the first hour I had 200 submissions, and a little more than 16 hours later I have 450, and that’s just on one website. Easily half of the submissions don…
Reddit · 27 Aug 2018
Fastest Successful A-List Actor
Trying to find a list of actors who have gone from no acting experience to an A-List actor in the shortest time period. Either there is no results or I'm just "Googling" the wrong question.
Reddit · 27 Aug 2018
Bittersweet Role
Hello, So I'm not entirely sure how to word this but I'm curious as to how my fellow actors react to being cast in a role they did not intend for. I recently auditioned for a play and was cast as a supporting character. Please do not take this the wrong way, as I intend on giving my director the best of my performance…
Reddit · 27 Aug 2018
It feels like my agent has forgotten about me.
I signed with him last October on the back of a successful off west-end run, he's not in the top tier of agents over here but he is still pretty good; clients are on film/tv jobs all over the world, have tony/emmy/BAFTA nominations etc. etc. so, I was pretty excited to sign with him since my previous agent ran her whol…
Reddit · 27 Aug 2018
Studio Classes vs. Community College Classes
Hi all, Probably not a unique question, but I can't seem to find a solid answer that already exists. I work full time in a corporate role, recently graduated uni. I've honestly only recently become interested in acting. I have literally done nothing up until now that's relevant, not even theater in high school. I'd lik…
Reddit · 27 Aug 2018
Star Trek Convention in Albany!
Our second Star Trek convention since 2016, the Star Trek Association of the Northeast brings you the ***Northeast Trek Con 2018*** held at the Albany Capital Center in Albany, NY Oct 26-28. We have Jeffrey Combs, Chase Masterson, JG Hertzler, Robert O'Reilly, Aron Eisenberg, Larry "Dr. Trek" Nemecek, - and 3 new Star…
Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
Diversity: How often as a minority actor are you auditioning for big roles?
A question on diversity. I havr been talking to few friends I met. Some of them have told me thatvthey tend to get roles for small parts because of their type. Does this mean that there aren't that many big roles for minority actors? I have seen shows with them as leads or supporting, but it seems frw according to audi…
Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
Interesting question
Do any of you actors who try to fully immerse yourselves for weeks and months into your characters psychologically ever notice that you begin to attract things in your everyday life that are specifically of that fictional character and not of yourself? Like weird coincidences and serendipity only in alignment with your…
Reddit · 26 Aug 2018
Going ficore. Can you check the sag-e box instead of ficore in AA? Will anybody really know?
That’s my only hesitation at this point, there are boxes for sag non union sag e ficore on AA, and technically you can “rejoin” sag again, so what do you guys think? Would the people at AA really know any difference? There’s 50 million actor profiles on there, and they are a business, not the morality police. What woul…
Stage 32 · 25 Aug 2018
Background Actor
Hi guys, aspiring film/tv actor here; was wondering if anyone any idea son utilizing extra work to break into the business? i know there are strong opinions for and against. Also, if you do support it, is LA or NYC better for it? It is worth being in the extras union? Thanks, and glad to be here!
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
Few questions regarding headshots!
hi friends! I am an aspiring young actress but I don’t have a lot of acting experience (apart from high school plays and drama classes). I want to get more involved in my passion in the near future but I have a few questions concerning headshots: 1- Should I get a headshot even though I am not a professional? If not, s…
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
It finally happened... actors worst nightmare?
Setting the scene: a staged reading. It’s a bit of a hybrid as we have some movement and costumes but with scripts in hand I can’t call it anything else. 4 minutes before I go on, I feel it. The bubbling in the gut. I make a mad dash to the bathroom and to my horror am (apologies for the indelicateness) peeing from my…
Reddit · 25 Aug 2018
How to portray physical and/or mental illnesses?
Hello actors of Reddit! I am planning to apply to become a standardized patient and I am also planning to volunteer in my school's nursing/medical program. I do not have a lot of experience with physical or mental illnesses myself nor do I know a lot of people with any type of illnesses. My question for you all is how…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
HAVE YOU SEEN “BARRY”?
I just started binging on the HBO series, “Barry”, about a hit man who wants to become an actor. I know it will make you all laugh. And it’s particularly hilarious for those of us in LA (especially acting coaches). I’m loving it! Have you seen it? https://youtu.be/b09aJdWqVp4
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Actor Branding
Hi all, I'm an actor, like most of you I imagine, and I need to find out what I offer as my brand based on first impressions of how I look, what vibe you get from me etc. etc. If you could quickly fill out the survey below that would help me so much! [https://goo.gl/forms/ilpJkWpxDLHb5ooB2](https://goo.gl/forms/ilpJkWp…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
C/D Good acting is more than being present and truly feeling the emotions
I had a long long debate with my acting friend. She said that good acting is just about being present and connected. My line of thought is, good acting is what is seen through the camera. She was saying, if you see bad actors in class or in a movie, it's because they weren't connected to the material. She's saying it a…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
trained, talented, LA based sag actor with agents, imdb credits and reel. looking for mentors / partners / a team.
I have the grits to make it, but I need help. i want a team to work with. a mentor, somebody to see my value and hustle and talent that can perhaps help me out a little bit with advice, career guidance, etc. I wouldn't even mind "interning" or being an assistant to somebody that is established in the business, an oppor…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Opinions on Self tape?
Curious how people feel. A lot of in room auditions are just taped and sent to producers anyways but, I’m constantly travelling for work and finding a reader is a big problem. Most of the time I gotta use my phone and self read which has worked before. I just feel like there’s such a stigma of how professional people a…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
Just got my first major role in a play - any advice would be much appreciated!
Hey all! So I'll try and keep this brief. I've done theatre here and there throughout high school, college, and after college in community theatre & classes, but it's always just been a hobby I enjoyed. I've only had ensemble & small speaking roles. I genuinely love doing theatre, but I never saw it as a potential for…
Reddit · 24 Aug 2018
I want an acting coach but can’t find anyone legit in my area!?
I’m open to Skype calls or watching an online master class I just don’t want to be scammed. Does anyone have a website or place where I can go for resources!???
Stage 32 · 23 Aug 2018
While waiting on the all important demo reel to be edited, etc...
Hello, all! My child is a 12 yr old child actor after she decided to go professional about a year and a half ago. She just wrapped up a supporting role in an indie feature film (premiere is next month), have done industrial and booked for a regional commercial to film this week. Her first job was modeling (not her pass…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Stand In and Photo Double Role
A week ago I submitted myself online for a role of being a stand in/photo double after I saw I matched the physical description they were looking for. The only information on the submission was that the play was being produced by a well known actor. The submission listed the actor, however I want to omit that for priva…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Aug 23
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 · 23 Aug 2018
Who would you regard as the greatest actor of all time?
Who do you guys think is the greatest actor of all time? Not in terms of popularity but in terms of actual acting (getting into character, conveying strong emotions, diverse body of work and roles). Past and present! I’m sure everyone will have different opinions which is great, so I look forward to seeing what you guy…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
ACTORS WITHOUT ACCESS
One of the things I love about Reddit is that in a little over a month I’ve been able to meet and give guidance to actors all over the world...all in my free time on set between camera set ups. Some of them live in small towns in rural areas...some in the US, UK and as far as Turkey. They have this deep desire to act a…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Are there any actors here that are also in school?
How do you balance school work/classes and making it to auditions and shoots? Do you have to take a lot of time off? Generally just wondering how the experience has been acting while also pursuing education! :)
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Are Stanislavski/“method acting” based techniques the only type of acting that is still being taught?
If not, which schools are teaching something different? My place is behind the scenes, writing/directing/cinematography, but to be perfectly honest I do not like modern realist styles, which are all rooted in method acting and ultimately in Stanislavski’s theories. I really prefer the older styles of acting which did n…
Reddit · 23 Aug 2018
Self-Tapes
Hi everyone! I need some advice on self-tapes. I've heard mixed reviews. Do you memorize your sides or do you use them as you would at an in-person cold read when you do self-tapes? Thanks!
Stage 32 · 22 Aug 2018
One Of "Those" Actor Stories
We've all heard them.Here's mine:https://youtu.be/TpyXlPIYKVo
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
Thank You Ms. Hiller For your Contributions
I just want to say that I wish to thank you Ms. Hiller for your contribution to the subreddit and to acting. I had a question also , please. Ms. Hiller you mentioned in one of your lovely posts (which I cannot find) that the character does not know what is going to happen (as in real life) and does not know precisely w…
Reddit · 22 Aug 2018
Is it possible to share a PDF of the Actor's Equity Handbook? Or where to find.
I need a copy of the handbook in order to prepare a presentation on some of the rules, but am unable to access a full copy anywhere unless I am already an equity member or a producer. Does anyone know where I could find it online, or if anyone has a copy they would be able to send to me. ​ Appreciate the help fr…