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Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
Am I the only one who notices when actors hold cigarettes in their teeth when they light them? I know it’s the smallest critique ever, but I’m not a smoker and even I know most people hold it with your lips. Light, rolled in paper? Unless prop cigs are heavier and plastic?
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
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Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
I started this as a comment on another post, but once it got past a few paragraphs I realized it just needed to be its own thing. Please understand that I am looking through the lens of someone who is relatively new to professional acting (I started auditioning in 2024, after the lockdowns and the strikes), I no longer…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
This isn't a venting post as much as it is confusion and wanting some answers if possible. Even two years ago (summer '24) when I first moved to NY and set up an AA account for casting calls in the city, I would get selected to audition for parts in short films and the like for about every 10 times I submitted to somet…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
Became interested in acting, looked on Facebook, and reached out to every student film producer I saw and sent in a head shot. Now I’m potentially going to be a background actor, was offered an audition for one film, and was asked for a self tape reel for another film, and waiting to hear more details about another fil…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
After Interning at a casting office for the summer & organizing tracking spreadsheets in union forums and casting communities consistently show numbers like 200 to 250 self tapes just to land 1 or 2 low-tier bookings. I’ve also been doing some studying & In the 1990s and 2000s, an actor called into a physical room had…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
Names that I already have in mind are below but looking for more please: Gary Oldman in True Romance Joaquin Phoenix in Joker Meryl Streep in Sophie's Choice Phillip Seymour Hoffman in Flawless Charlize Theron in Monster Cameron Diaz in Being John Malkovich Robin Williams in One Hour Photo Jim Carrey in Eternal Sunshin…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2026
I’m curious because I heard it was random but I do not think it’s realistic for someone to get script a NIGHT before and memorize it at all sorry unless you’re special Update *I can do 2-5 scenes in a night. That made me feel better. What I can’t do is a whole episode memorized lol but a few scenes last minute seems do…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
I'm currently working on a short film and I'm looking for a male voice actor who speaks mandarin/Chinese. Because it needs to be a paid ad I can offer 5 Euros for 2 voice lines. It's nothing big u can just send the voice memo via whatsapp cause that's what the others of the cast have done too. Of course ur name will be…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
Hi friends! I wanted to share a small victory I had recently. I’m a non-union, unrepresented theatre actor/singer in my 20s based in NJ/NYC. Last weekend I received a callback for a professional production I auditioned for over Actor’s Access! This is my first callback in 2026, and I’m very excited! At the same time, I…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
Hello! Using this account as a bit of a throwaway to focus on performance ventures. I'm an actor (29M) who's been in SAG since the pandemic mainly due to background work. I've long admired VO work and have been told I have a very resonant voice. I have acting fundamentals from going to acting school, but I've struggled…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
I’m an adult at a community college and was interested in auditioning for the fall play next week, but I’m also getting a palate expander installed in nine days. Most adults seem to sound fine with one, just a little tiny lisp (and surely actors can have lisps), but I’m wondering if it’s like physically/mentally exhaus…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
For every audition I’ve gotten from them, they send six pages of self tape instructions and then ask you to submit ASAP. One time I sent them a wetransfer link and I noticed they never even downloaded the file. They don’t seem to respect actors at all and come off as pretty unprofessional. Anyone else also have a bad e…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
Hello! Using this account as a bit of a throwaway to focus on performance ventures. I'm an actor (29M) who's been in SAG since the pandemic due to background work. I have acting fundamentals from going to acting school, but I've struggled to really figure out how to break into things. A major part of this anxiety in my…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
Hello everyone. I am the creator behind the webcomic [Back to Life](https://www.webtoons.com/en/canvas/back-to-life/list?title_no=546249&page=1). Right now I am currently looking for someone who could voice one of my characters, Dimitri Volkov, for a comic strip that will be posted on my social media accounts. The voi…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
I really want to become an actor but im scared that i am too shy of a person to become one. I want to know if shyness is a thing that i have to overcome and stop before trying to become an actor or if it is possible to act and also be a shy person because idk if i could easily stop being shy as i have always wanted to…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2026
Hey there. Did a supporting character on a theatrical movie back in early may. I had a great time shooting with the number 1 for 3 days. A scene a day, so a total of 3 scenes and around 15-20 lines. I got credited on IMDB along with other cast members (I.E union contracted roles). Recently, they made all of the roles u…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
And filmmakers/producers! I saw someone on Instagram mention the idea of several actors getting together to film scenes for demo reels that each person could use and would love to do that here in Chicago! I don’t have equipment besides a backdrop, but I do edit and can do other things on the technical side. It would be…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
Hello! I'm a disabled actor and have recently been offered representation by both ZBD and VisABLE People. I was wondering what your experiences are with them and your thoughts on their comparison; their reputation, their treatment of talent, their casting success etc. I am musical theatre trained and hope to work in bo…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
I recently signed with a manager a few months ago who I really like! Him and I hit it off right away, we have the same outlook on my career and the industry in general, and we have a very open line of communication. I’m a SAG 20s LA based actress, and this is my first real genuine rep. I have some decent credits under…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
I’ve gotten a LOT of stage/VO work and have had awards, great reviews and long running gigs but just can’t seem to cut it on camera? Do I just have shit confidence when a camera is in my face? I can’t bear to watch it back which doesn’t help - do I just have to suck it up?
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
I’ll preface by saying this’ll be a long post, so thank you for reading it if you take the time. I’ve avoided doing this for so long because I felt embarrassed asking a bunch of strangers on Reddit for genuine life advice (Squidward asking for spare change had more dignity), but decided it was finally time. I turned 25…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
Hello people! I'm not entirely sure if this question belongs to here, but I'm just a curious person. I'm an artist myself but not a single acting cell in my body, so I'd just like to ask you as actors one thing: When you perform your given character, and you have the script and everything, do you ever feel like... Judg…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
Basically I’m doing a background job on a sag film as a non union actor. This is my first time working background in a sag project so I’m a little confused on how it works with vouchers. I had to fill out a voucher on everyset to get paid for my fitting and it asked for my sag number, but it said to say the voucher was…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
I have 3 spots open all female roles atm. I do have some minor male roles that I could use assistance with message me for details on that. As for these roles I’m paying 10 to 20 dollars these are supporting roles but if you return (series will planned to be on going.) the pay will likely go up of course we can negotiat…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
Our channel is [https://www.youtube.com/@unRAPPING](https://www.youtube.com/@unRAPPING) and we are looking for a narrator that can bring life to our videos with an unique tone, aiming to always deliver the best recordings possible. As a reference, im a huge fan of [https://www.youtube.com/@fern-tv](https://www.youtube.…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
I’m an actor in the Boston area and have been on the hunt for a good agent and or manager. I’m also trying to break into the NY market because it seems there’s much more work there and it’s an easy ish commute. Looking to see if there’s anyone you guys would recommend reaching out to and/or avoiding. I’ve been in the g…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2026
We're doing an ad for a lego store launch and we're making an animated ad for it. Direly in need for a good voice actor with a deep narrative voice to pose as the narrator of the ad. If you're interested let me know and send me some samples so we can do a test and go ahead if you fit for the voice we're looking for. HM…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
is it normal to feel overwhelmed as a teenager dreaming of acting by looking at people 10-20yrs older? i always feel behind when i see people way older than me being actors and all like i feel so small compared to them idk if it’s just me.
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
What happens right before you feel officially stuck in your head? Are already there before the take, when you're supposed to have a specific moment. Mid-scene, when the other actor throws you something unexpected? Or after, when you know it wasn't real and you can't fix it in the moment? Curious what that moment actual…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
Hi! First time poster here, so I'm just curious about those who have used Actors Access and received EcoCast auditions in the past. I'm sure it may be dependent upon the theater, but for those who have received follow-up callbacks after submitting for an EcoCast, what was the time frame for when you were notified about…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
I'm putting a book trailer together for my friend's indie book. It's a memoir so I've create a documentary-style book trailer. It looks a bit like the intro of a Netflix documentary. I'm looking for a voice actor who can deliver a performance based on this voice: [play clip](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yNTjYOPrWbu…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
Recently got an email from a Chinese company saying they are looking for voice actors. However I am not sure if it’s a scam or not. The email they used matches the website but the pay seems really high?? Maybe because it’s international. However, everything else seems legitimate. How should I know if it’s a scam or not…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
Looking for advice from actors who don't live in English-speaking countries, specifically. The reason I'm asking is that I want to audition for roles with an "American" accent, but every time I try to do it, I feel like I'm just mocking it and that all my "r" sounds and some vowels are wrong. **What helped you overcome…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
What is this about? You can tell the actress she's talking about from the comments. But who is the acting coach (that's not in Atl.) that was being wild, trashtalking, and butt hurt about not getting tagged by said actress when she booked something?? Charges thousands and maybe has in writing that actors MUST tag and c…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
So, I have observed this about myself. It’s only when I have truly learnt my lines almost to the point when if I was woken up in the middle of the night I could still remember them and say it as it is, that I feel confident enough to act… I envy actors who just know their lines some what and still manage to ace it or w…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
I studied acting for a while and something I never solved was getting honest feedback on my tapes. Curious what people actually do here: When you finish a self tape or a practice scene, do you show it to anyone before it goes out? Who? A coach, a friend, a group chat, nobody? And the other side of it, have you ever sat…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2026
Hey everyone! We’re looking for male English-speaking voice actors for a new animated YouTube channel focused on current events, politics, tech, and internet culture, with a weird, dark, and satirical twist. We’re looking for actors who enjoy character work, comedic timing, and switching between different voices and pe…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
The title basically says it all. I am an actor (20F) in Los Angeles and I want to audition for “Romeo and Juliet” at Antaeus Theatre. To be honest I am not as well versed in the theatre scene in LA as I am with the film world so I don’t even know how to start with this. I signed up for open call info from Antaeus, but…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
So I’ve been with my current manager for roughly six years, and overall they’ve been great. We have a solid relationship, and over the years I’ve booked mostly co-star/day-player roles while working with them and a couple of commercials. My agents have generally been the ones getting me into the room for the bigger opp…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Hi! Sorry, I am not really good at Reddit. I haven’t been able to access the Actors Access app or website for at least five hours now and was wondering if it’s juts me or if other people are also having that same issue? It just doesn’t seem to load.
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Perhaps some of you can answer this question for me. I have been doing background work for a few years now. Through this work, I have be able to join SAG. As soon as I became eligible I immediately joined. However looking back on it, I feel that was a mistake since I have been struggling to find work both in background…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
I have been doing acting for a long time but was always nervous to aplly for auditions coz i was scared but i applied to this one and made it through the first stage now for the second stage to see if i get a job but im nervous coz for that im up against really good people who havent done it before and experienced retu…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Not in the industry, but thought it might be a good way to make friends if I end up moving to California. Is this true?
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Hugely disappointing, yet another company falling to greed. Many of us paid $650 for a lifetime license. Now we will have to pay ***$145 a year*** on top of that just to stay current. The sick part is, they built version 4 specifically so it cannot connect backward to version 3. Every studio that upgrades is now a stud…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Hey Folks, First time posting here. I'm someone that's always wanted to be a career actor but got sucked into the mundane expectations of 9-5 life because it was "safe" and "right". Well I'm 31 now and I did everything right, and it led absolutely nowhere except being a less passionate and creative version of myself th…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
Hello fellow voice actors, I'm a trained actor with solid experience, but until now I've always worked live, on stage and in front of an audience. Recently I started working with a microphone too: I'm recording readings of poems and essays from Italian literature. My budget is around €400 **for the microphone alone**.…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2026
To the African American actors, do you find that you see more roles for commercials geared towards us in some cities more than others? For example, I wondered if given the demographic, Atlanta would have more opportunities to submit. Are there any other cities where you see more roles for us than others?
Stage 32 · 1 Sep 2026
We're actors. We can play any role. I can be an action hero, a supervillain, the romantic lead, a slapstick comedian, the sidekick, the... The list goes on and on. We know we can do it. But, often times it is our "type" that determines what we get cast as.And sometimes that typecasting can come later in your caree…
