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Reddit

Reddit · 19 Jun 2018

Where to go from here.

Hello actors! I have been doing a lot of thinking lately and would love your opinion. Basically something happened in my life that pulled me away from the acting world. It was hard for me to keep up but I tried the best I could. I kept my agent who would send me to a few auditions here and there but that's about it. No…

Reddit

Reddit · 19 Jun 2018

This is likely a very stupid question but...

There wasn’t a “no stupid questions” post for today so I guess I have to make an idiot of myself this way, hooray! So I’m a male Actor/presenter, and I had headshots taken recently (and they paint me in quite a flattering light if I do say so myself) but I’ve just got back from a contract that I had to grow a beard for…

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Reddit · 19 Jun 2018

Who are the important casting directors in NYC that you need to get in with?

I'm looking into workshops with casting directors, and I asked my agents who they'd like to see me get in front of, and they just said "email us and tell us who's giving classes, and we'll tell you if it's worth it" Well, two problems with that. 1. There are multiple workshops with different CDs at different studios ev…

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Reddit · 18 Jun 2018

I'm 14 and I want to act.

I'm 14 and I want to act. Of course I don't actually look like a 14 year old guy. I look 18. I don't know what I can do as of right now. Summer is starting so I can't join my schools club but I still want to progress as an actor. I have no clue what I'm doing but I know all I want to do is to give a stunning performanc…

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Reddit · 18 Jun 2018

Practical Aesthetics

Hi, I'm looking for some advice from anyone who has studied/is familiar with the technique of Practical Aesthetics. I'm about to start a new class which focuses on PA. Initially, I was really excited about it. However, the more I read into it, the more I am concerned. The class passionately dismisses the concept of cha…

Backstage

Backstage · 17 Jun 2018

Self Tape

I recently was asked to send in a self tape. I know a little bit about blogging but I normally don't vblog. I know being able to submit self tapes when asked is become a frequently asked question in my life. I wanted to know if anyone has any tips...

Reddit

Reddit · 17 Jun 2018

is it worth getting an agent if you dont want to do commercials?

if you are just interested in doing films and plays is it still worth trying to get an agent? I'm a comedian/actor starting out and I would like to audition for more things and could use the help finding these opportunities. I wanted to submit to an agency but wondering if its worth it. Thanks.

Reddit

Reddit · 16 Jun 2018

Coming to terms with your SO doing romantic roles?

\[Sorry if this off topic\] My SO and I have been in a solid relationship for 4 years and she's always loved acting but never pursued it seriously. She finally decided to take acting classes and audition for roles. I'm 100% dedicated to supporting her in whatever makes her the happiest and that's not going to chang…

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Reddit · 16 Jun 2018

Best place for an actor to live in Atlanta?

Hi, I will be moving to Atlanta soon and I do a lot of background work. I love it for the extra money and being on set. What is the best area to live in as an extra or actor in the Atlanta area? Thank you....

Reddit

Reddit · 16 Jun 2018

Does anyone else have a hard time getting footage?

I've filmed over 10 films now, and only 3 have actually sent my footage (and to my luck, the 3 were the worst quality films I've done to where the footage is useless in my demo reel). I've reached out to all of the people responsible for these films; one said they are trying to get it picked up so they can't release an…

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 15 Jun 2018

Voice Actor, On-Camera Commercial talent

Hmmm....why does voice-acting never have a category of its own?  SAG-AFTRA seems to treat VO as a red-headed stepchild too.  Apart from that frustration, I'm a former Emmy award-winning TV News anchorman, now seeking more opportunities in voice-acting and on-camera commercial work.  I have agents.  I have coaches.  It'…

Reddit

Reddit · 15 Jun 2018

Gay actors on straight acting?

I am gay. Not femme, but not "average guy." Like, people usually pick up on me being gay pretty quick, but not by sight. I'm nervous that this will really get in the way of me playing straight guys. How do other gay guys feel about this? And are there online classes you would recommend on how to act more straight? If y…

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Reddit · 15 Jun 2018

Acting and Marijuana

Alrighty, so this might be a little too far for this subreddit? I'm not sure, but I'm GENUINELY intrigued in this conversation and I'd love to discuss it with people. So, two things: One of my techniques is to (after already having read the script) is reading the script high. This allows me to really think about the sc…

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Reddit · 15 Jun 2018

Acting with glasses

I was a promising actor at school and it was an aspiration, but ruled myself out for wearing glasses (and having bad enough eyesight that I can't go without), and also being SAsian, deciding that those two things would strike out almost every role. Was that premature? Contacts and laser eye surgery are not options at t…

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Reddit · 15 Jun 2018

LA Actor looking to partner with a solid theatrical agent or manager

Hi Reddit Acting Community: I am without theatrical representation currently and thought I would reach out and attach my acting reel and resume. Best, Gunner Wright [www.gunnerwright.com](https://www.gunnerwright.com) @splitlane Reel [https://vimeo.com/188616171](https://vimeo.com/188616171) Resume [https://pro.imdb.co…

Reddit

Reddit · 14 Jun 2018

Need advice on applying late to an extras casting call

I asked this in There are No Stupid Questions but I wanted to get a little more feedback, please let me know what you think! : There was a major casting call for a BIG feature film in my area and they were casting for extras, but I only just learned about it today. The Facebook post was posted May 30th and it said the…

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Reddit · 14 Jun 2018

Is Alan Baltes a scam?

He recently posted video auditions for Star Wars, Spiderman: Homecoming's sequel and Captain Marvel, but he asks for a fee. Is he scamming actors? I looked up in twitter and there are mixed vibes.

Reddit

Reddit · 14 Jun 2018

Foreign Actors in the US

Hey guys, so I'm a South African looking to move to the US to further pursue acting. Right now I work as a teacher and do some theatre work on the side. I've been looking at film schools but i honestly can't afford any of the good ones. So i was just wondering if there are any foreign actors that managed to make the mo…

Reddit

Reddit · 14 Jun 2018

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jun 14

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

Reddit · 14 Jun 2018

Help to make a filmmaking/acting storyline realistic

I'm writing a story that involves a film making plot. I know nothing about film making/acting so I hoped to get some advice here to make it realistic. The plot is this: Our villain (lets call him Jack), wants to get a filmmaker (lets call him Charlie) to shoot a kidnapping scene. Jack is going to use this footage for m…

Reddit

Reddit · 13 Jun 2018

Piercings question

I have a belly button piercing and I kind of want to get my nipples pierced, but I don’t want to limit the kinds of roles I can get. My question is does it really matter if I have those as an actress if they don’t really show? I don’t have any facial piercings or tattoos so I’m not going to fall into those character ty…

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Reddit · 13 Jun 2018

Should I stick with my extra gig?

So there's a major Hollywood movie (obviously can't say which one) that happens to be filming in my hometown, and I managed to get signed and fitted as an extra. While I've never really wanted to do extra work, I have a sentimental attachment to the specific filming location (it's like five minutes from my house), and…

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Reddit · 13 Jun 2018

Do I put these on my resume?

I was in a short film but I played a student and I had no lines, I was just working on putting something together during cooking and yes I did have a name in the part and there was no audition required, I was just offered a part for the film when I tried to audition for a character but it had already been cast. I was i…

Backstage

Backstage · 12 Jun 2018

monologues

hi, just got a general question... Can you pick an extract from any play and call that a monologue if it is said by one character and would there be any issues with copyright or would you have to find a monologue from a play that has already been established...

Reddit

Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

i feel like acting is only getting harder and harder to break through

now i find myself self-taping for unpaid student films to even get an in person audition..... like... what??? my body won't even let me put in effort anymore because i feel like it's such a fucking waste of time. i see rich younger kids graduating with no reel getting signed and no decent agent will give me the time of…

Reddit

Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

Choosing between 2 agents

Hi, I've just started acting for the last few months and very fortunate to be in the position to choose between two agents. Based in UK. But unsure who to go with or how to approach. Options below: **Agent A** **Pros**; Good following on social, been in the industry for 20 \+ years, came to see my work, nice guy, gave…

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Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

Seeking actors to shoot scenes

Let's try this again... PM if you're interested. Got some scenes that I'd like to shoot on a quality camera with some quality equipment. Need some actors to shoot with...

Reddit

Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

Going to Los Angeles for a few days, seeking some advice.

Hello r/acting. I'm new here and would like some advice regarding a short upcoming trip to LA. I recently left a high paying (and stressful) career in the finance sector to pursue acting. It has always been a passion of mine and something I would love to engage in again. I live about 5 hours away from LA and am going t…

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Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

I'm just so damn confused about choices to make as an actor. Everyone says stick to your choices and there's no wrong choice. But it absolutely feels like there are wrong choices

Context: I'm currently in an acting class working on a scene with a scene partner, and my character is in a bar and is approached by a guy who's into her. They're strangers, and he's trying to talk to her. So she's of course trying to feel him out like anyone would At one point in the scene, I'm examining the male char…

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Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

I got in! (Bachelor acting school in Oslo)

So I got in to NSKI, and I'm starting in August, and I've already done some acting/prod.ass./extra-work on a production about ww2 here in Norway, where I also met a whole bunch of like-minded individuals, professional actors and people who have worked on some well-known stuff (even met someone who had already gone to t…

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Reddit · 12 Jun 2018

Conservatories and Degrees

I'm 19, and have finally committed to acting as a career. I graduated high school at 17 with a low gpa (lower 2.5) and went to college for an Education degree for a semester and a half (failed most of my classes because the school was awful and I fell into a depression) before dropping out. It wasn't making me happy an…

Reddit

Reddit · 11 Jun 2018

Question for actors from Sydney, Australia

Hello, I'm wanting to get some experience in acting and have recently come across 'screenwise' (https://screenwise.com.au/acting-courses/short-courses/). I was thinking of doing the beginners class then intermediate and advanced course ($500 each and 6 weeks each). Does anyone know if these classes are worthwhile/look…

Reddit

Reddit · 11 Jun 2018

I’m starting out acting. Need advice for nudity.

Hi, I recently started going for audition (I have been training and still learning acting). I am going for short film and I want build my credit, and I want get to footage to create my reel in near future. I have been called few audition which for the film required nudity. My self I am pretty open minded, but I heard i…

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Reddit · 11 Jun 2018

How much does having Bad teeth impact an actor?

Currently my teeth are pretty bad, my two front teeth are crooked with a big overbite. I am wearing Invisalign braces at the moment and in the process of getting them fixed, but it will take another year for my teeth to be straight. Should I apply for agencies and start acting now, or wait until my teeth are nice and s…

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Reddit · 11 Jun 2018

How to find auditions

Hello acting redditors! I recently graduated from college with a double major in theater arts and technical theater. At the moment, I'm working as a Carpenter with a summer stock company in Charlotte NC. After this gig I'm moving to Atlanta. I enjoy tech work, but acting is where my heart is and I would like to get my…

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Reddit · 10 Jun 2018

Not getting responses on Actors Access?

I've been submitting to actors access for a bit and still don't seem to be getting any auditions. Is there a strategy to submitting? I've been making sure I respond the day they're posted. Also I just got great new headshots from a professional headshot photographer in la, so I doubt they're the problem. Could it be la…

Reddit

Reddit · 10 Jun 2018

Listing student films on resumes

Hello actors, For the film section on my resume, when I list student films, should I make it clear that it was a student film or does it not matter. I just don't want it to come across that it is a professional credit that I have.

Reddit

Reddit · 10 Jun 2018

Suppress the writer within

I want to be a musical theatre actor. This is what I want to devote my life too. I used to want to be a writer, but I've left that life behind me. However, remnants of my dreams of writing novels and plays still linger in my heart. They're still pulling me back, not letting me fully commit to acting. How do I suppress…

Reddit

Reddit · 9 Jun 2018

First movie?

Hi! I'm a young actress, and I got a job as an extra in a movie. I have to shoot next Monday. I'm kind of nervous, I'm still underage so I'm not very experienced. I've been acting for a long time but not in front of people. Recently I started with musical theater, and I've been rehearsing everyday from 8am-5pm exercise…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2018

Actors Life: Andrea Sooch

Hey everyone, my friend interviewed Andrea Sooch from Claws. Please take your time and read the interview: https://geeks.media/actor-s-life?_ga=2.84386524.452632180.1528386162-1696653562.1526598701. It's for a new blog he's doing called Actor's Life. If you could give it a read, I'd really appreciate it!

Reddit

Reddit · 9 Jun 2018

Has anyone been an extra in a tv show/movie?

I have a habit of paying attention to the extras in whatever tv show or movie that I’m watching. I’m always thinking “while the scene with the main characters is going on, what are the extras talking about in the background? Why do they look so busy?” My question is, as an extra, what are you talking about with other e…

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Reddit · 9 Jun 2018

There Are No Stupid Questions - Jun 9

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!

Backstage

Backstage · 8 Jun 2018

Should I get a stage name?

For myself I wouldn't, but bear with me for a second. My last name is quite uncommon, it's not hard to pronounce or spell, it's just as simple as Campbell or Johnson, but it's not a name you see everyday. I googled it once and it showed only 248 people...

Reddit

Reddit · 8 Jun 2018

Commission procedure?

My girlfriend is currently working on her professional development essay on her college course (basically about the acting industry and how to be a working actor). There's a section asking about commission procedure and neither of us have a clue what it is, I've tried to do some research but can't find anything helpful…