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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Do any other actors out there not dream of becoming a professional?

I used to dream of becoming a famous Broadway actor back in high school, but in the past couple years have decided that I don't ever want to be famous. I want to be able to run errands and do day to day things and not have cameras following me around 24/7. I used to think the ultimate goal of acting was to become some…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

Don’t you find the odds depressing ?

They say you need talent and luck. I’m sure there are some exceptionally talented actors who never get a break. Or maybe you get some work but not enough to make it your full-time job. I always enjoy the acting, but I don’t love it to the point where I’m willing to go all out for it. I know there are some people who fa…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

Is there a way to unlearn or change your instincts?

I'm a beginner who is interested in acting, and is currently trying to save up & build the courage to take an acting class. In the meantime, I sometimes like to reenact scenes of my favorite movies and record myself. When watching myself act, even when I was able to visualize my characters' world and was not in my own…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

How did you get started in voice acting?

I was watching this interview about the voice actor of Neon from Valorant and was just curious, how did everyone start their voice acting journey, what are the pain points, and how do things actually work during a commission for work? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9nscAUjPY&t=2s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

How to find local auditions

I'm just starting out and would love to sharpen my skills by doing some community theater. I know of sites like backstage and actors access but I'm wondering if there is a resource that's more focused on local community theater gigs?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Is lifting weights bad for actors?

Currently in acting school, and my movement teacher has been quite adamant about not lifting weights, since they say we are working to get rid of tension, and lifting weight adds tension and is a very tense and straining exercise. I’m just wondering if this is true and if you agree with it? I’m wanting to lift weights…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

I need a 3 person scene.

I’m doing a scene for my acting class and all three of us actors are having a very difficult time finding a scene for us to do. Does anyone know of a good three person scene for 2 girls (18-21) and a guy (25-30)

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Is it normal to hate my one voice?

So I’m an aspiring voice actor and I’ve spent around 4 hours over the past couple of days recording things in a small home studio I have and over those 4 hours I’ve not kept a sings voice line because I think all of them are completely worthless and not good enough to be heard by anyone, is it normal to think that?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Can foreigner become a successful actor?

Hii! I have a dream to become an actor in the US. The thing is that I have a little bit of an accent. I feel like I will never make it big with an accent and I’m having trouble getting rid of it. P.S my accent isn’t like Sofia Vergara’s or smth like that to become my thing. Do u think I should give up?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

I just paid for an acting class this March

I’m really nervous, but really excited. I’ve been dreaming of being an actor for awhile now and I can’t believe I’m starting. Week is gonna packed cos I’m also doing a different course at uni so hopefully I’ll push through. Any 19 year olds whose doing the same? Both acting classes and another course at the same time?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Asking for a raise?

Hi! I’m a non-eq actor & got the call this morning: I booked a summer gig. YAY! The pay is not great, but not horrible as far as non-eq goes. $400/wk. Unfortunately I still have to pay rent in another city, even though my gig provides housing. So I’m wondering if asking for a small raise to meet my needs is possible. T…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Got "scouted" at the mall. . . What do you all think of this?

Hello, all. I know very little about this industry. I am not an actor nor someone who wants to become an actor, but I am very curious about this situation and want to know what you all think. I live in LA, and I was at a mall. An individual came up to me and said I have “the look” for this place that hires for commerci…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

If you had to guess, how many actors are there?

I don't mean working actors. I don't mean celebrities. If you counted up everyone "trying" to be an actor in NYC, LA, USA, or globally. What do you think the number would be? I define "trying" as anyone who works or wants to work as an actor that spends some portion of their day either doing such or pursuing acting wor…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Acting course for professionals in Dublin

I'm a spanish actress and I'm considering doing some kind of course/workshop for professional actors in Dublin during the summer. I'm looking for tips, advice and recommendations and whether should I do It or not haha . :)

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Question about actors access

Hi, ​ When I upload a theatrical headshot for actor's access, and even if I have other photos. Do CDs for non-commercials only see the theatrical headshot or they only see that one first? The theatrical shot I have is very charactery and I was thinking if that's the one they see first, it'll prevent me from gett…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

TABLE READ: MIDDLE EASTERN ACTORS NEEDED

Hey guys, I’m having a Table Read in Hollywood today, Saturday 18th 5-8 PM and I’m looking for a young Middle Easter Actor for a role as one of my actors just cancelled. If any on here is available and interested, please DM.

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Non-actor with a question. Thank you.

My friend is in Los Angeles and hasn't been able to make it beyond small quick things and is thinking of going to Atlanta. I thought LA is the place idk how to get them to stay here or change careers is Atlanta a terrible idea?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

How to know when to back out of a volunteer acting gig?

Hey - staying super vague about this, obviously. I just emailed someone about auditioning from a casting call on FB. I gave him details, my IMDB, my experience, a reel, etc. He replied back without even needing me to audition — he basically just said “cool! happy to work with you!” and gave me the necessary info. He wa…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Is this too ridiculous? Eccentric short samples...

Thought I'd finally hit the Voice Actor life. Like most of my projects, I hit a bit of a wall when preparing/over-preparing and veer a bit into eccentricity. That's benefited some efforts and not others. My question here is how is this no-direction sample of various male voices received? Too ridiculous or headed in a d…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

How Do The Seasons Work With Commercials?

I used to know it, but now I've forgotten. Is it Jan - May the slow season? Advertisers cut back on spending starting in January through March and I believe that affects commercials overall. Also, a bit unrelated. But how many of you think commercials are worth pursuing? I sometimes question my interest in it. It's lik…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

What is the methodology for developing different voices?

I'm not just talking about strange non-human voices but accents from different cultures. How do actors learn to do different accents? Is that the same way voice actors will go about learning to do them?

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

I bombed my first ever audition and I already feel like giving up

My goal is or in this case was to become an extra in tv productions in order to pay for some of my uni bills. But also because I have a genuine fascination with the acting world. Well I had my first audition today and it went horrible mostly because of nerves and the fact that I'd never performed a monolog in public (I…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

HELP. I'm afraid of digging deep emotionally for my acting. What do I do?

I think what scares me about digging deep into myself emotionally for my acting is that I might come up empty-handed; meaning I won’t find what is needed or what I need in myself for the truth, if that makes sense. I’m also TERRIFIED of failure: that if I don’t dig deep and find something that is useful then I’ll feel…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Mastering the Craft: How to Become an Exceptional Actor in 2023

Becoming an actor is a dream that many people share. It’s a profession that allows you to express your creativity, evoke emotions, and entertain people. However, becoming an exceptional actor requires more than just talent and passion. It requires dedication, hard work, and a willingness to continuously improve your cr…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Does actors access verify the casting calls on their site?

I have never seen anything sketchy looking on there like on sites like Mandy or backstage. But today I got a cmail request for a commercial and I felt like something was off about it, I went and did a little research and I can’t find a single name that was listed anywhere online with the exception of the producer who I…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Any recommendations for small to medium agents in the UK?

I'm 22 currently in a professional theatre show having just filmed two short films for showreels. I had one year of professional training and am now looking for the next step into getting work as an actor. Any advice would be appreciated as I know some people say to hold off getting an agent while others say its worth…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Always dry throat and stuffy nose, doc can‘t find anything related to it !

I just went to 2 different actors to take a x ray of my throat, thyroid and nose & all of them said that they are healthy and in super condition, How can it still be that I have a nasal thin voice that gets super dry and tired after singing/humming for some minutes? I have this symptoms for about a year now, and it mak…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Can some one recommend any good acting coaches in NYC who are not that expensive?

So I’m an actress in NYC, I have trained at HB studio back in 2017-2018 and Identity Drama School online training from 2020 -2021. Although, the online training was great, I really want to get back into in-person training, but I also feel I need an acting coach to get a more one on one experience. Can someone recommend…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Doing an audition when not SAG or SAG-E yet?

Just got an audition request for a guest-star role on a television show that I have submitted for multiple times! However, when they sent the audition, in the instructions it said in all caps… “IMPORTANT INFO: MUST BE SAG-E OR SAG”. I’ve seen different opinions on still auditioning in hopes of getting to Taft-Hartley,…

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Reddit · 16 Feb 2023

Demo Scripts - Commissions Open

Hello voice actors of Reddit! I've opened commissions for demo scripts for character, animation and video game reels. I've been trained as a script writer through uni and I've also helped produce several reels. I work with you directly, samples of your voice, what you're wanting to showcase as a voice actor or voiceove…

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Reddit · 16 Feb 2023

Possible Scam Casting Call

I signed up for The Mandy Network the other day and within the next day or two, someone reached out to my via text message saying they found my number on the site. They told me they are looking for models/actors for an upcoming commercial project. They said they would be sending me a check that covers the costume and f…

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Reddit · 16 Feb 2023

how to be an actor with social anxiety?

i take acting classes and I’ve been in casted in school plays. i’ve gotten good feedback after classes and the plays yet I still feel like i’m holding back in class and during performances. every time i get called on, or it’s my turn to perform i get so anxious. i don’t know how to step outside of myself so i can act t…

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Reddit · 16 Feb 2023

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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 · 16 Feb 2023

Some very personal tiny advice

If you're planning to do a demo reel, please (PLEASE), try to start by speaking normally in your most natural voice... don't rush into a frenzy of over-acted cartoon characters with music blaring in the background. You should try to open up your acting range a bit, even if your only goal is to voice anime or Saturday m…

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Reddit · 16 Feb 2023

Someone said Instagram Monologs are out?

I use instagram to put behind the scenes stuff on short films I'm doing. I'm usually behind the camera these days but I enjoy keeping one foot in acting. One thing I've discovered through talking with people though is for any sort of attention on instagram there really needs to be a steady stream of content. Which make…

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Reddit · 15 Feb 2023

Struggling to be an Actress but Have to Wear Glasses All the Time!

I am in Meisner classes and so they have people pick out something in the other person and say it back to them. Well, twice I've been told, "You're wearing glasses." Ugh. I hate that. Like, can you please point out ANYTHING other than my visual impairment. Also, everyone I meet suddenly thinks I'm smart because I have…

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Reddit · 15 Feb 2023

Actor's Instagram

Hi, gang. For the most part, I am a fairly social media adverse human. I have a reddit account, a facebook I haven't updated in years and kind of left it there. My agent has recently stressed the importance of having an Instagram for my acting career. She says casting frequently looks to instagram when looking at an ac…

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Reddit · 15 Feb 2023

Line delivery and instincts

Usually whenever I read a script/sides and the characters info I usually know the "correct" way to say the lines (at least from my point of view and my take on it.) And a lot of great big actors have said things like "I wanted more takes coz i can deliver the line better" etc. However, the giant acting rule is to go of…

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Reddit · 15 Feb 2023

Accepted into CalArts MFA Acting Program! - Seeking Advice

I'm excited to share that I've been accepted into the CalArts MFA Acting program! While I'm grateful for the opportunity, I'm feeling a bit ambivalent about it because it wasn't my first choice. I applied to 11 MFA programs, (I know it’s a lot… just had to toss my hat in the ring and see what would stick since I’ve nev…

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Reddit · 15 Feb 2023

What’re some good summer acting programs in NYC?

I’m a college student in NJ and am relatively new to acting (started about a year ago and have done some roles in student productions since then). I’m hoping to sign up for summer acting classes in NYC (or perhaps a conservatory) as its not far from me and I hear it has amazing programs. Plus, my college doesn’t offer…