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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

I’ll be streaming omori but I want to make it interesting

Hello ima be doing an omori stream pretty soon I love the game and have played it once but not finished it but I can’t do it alone I need some voice actors if your willing to join Im on Xbox and will be streaming on there I can make a party and we can do it together just three people will do so if your interested let m…

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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

How long is sufficient time to give actors to submit an audition tape?

For the first round of auditions actors had anywhere between 5-13 days to submit their tapes depending on when they sent me their headshots/reels/resumes. The second round of auditions will be all virtual as well, and I'm wondering how long is appropriate to give actors to submit their second tape? Sundays are the only…

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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

Actors access audition

Hey y’all! I just got my first audition through actors access - I was wondering if any fellow redditors have experience with booking auditions through actors access and, if so, what usually happens? Do you get an email saying you got it? Or do they call you?

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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

Question to WORKING ACTORS

Hello, there. I’m 22 and I’m Italian. I’ve never had an acting job and I’m more interested in film industry outside my country bc Italian movies and tv shows are not it… too predictable and there’s always the same actors involved that are most likely to play the same part all over again. I like American Netflix shows a…

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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

Can I send different sides for the callbacks?

Director here, I'm preparing to send callback invitations to a handful of actors. Since the initial audition there have been several changes to the script. Is it okay to send new sides for talent to memorize for the callback? Can I even send sides from a different part of the script to see their range? Or is it better…

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Reddit · 22 Jan 2023

Which talent agencies accept submissions from foreigners?

Hello! Which talent agencies are open to submission from foreigners. Couple bullet points below: -Actress in Seoul -Wants to break into US market -Is a citizen of the US (born in US, moved to Korea in the teens) -Active in tv dramas but no longer have representation anymore in Korea as the agency closed down, looking f…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Summer Opportunities for College Students that AREN'T Shakespeare?

So I've been going hard at submitting self-tapes for regional companies, training programs, anything at all that someone my age (21) can do over the summer. I've looked through jobs on Playbill and Actors Access and applied for some training programs that my peers have recommended, but it seems like the only options av…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

[CASTING CALL] Chinese dub for independent NYC-based live action short film.

Desc: It's a multilingual action-fantasy film about an all-Asian, ragtag crew fighting for their community. For more info on the project: Link to the teaser: [https://www.instagram.com/p/Chr9OawjNwe/](https://www.instagram.com/p/Chr9OawjNwe/) Link to the project IG: [https://www.instagram.com/dont\_film/](https://www.i…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Beginner on camera class - for newbies?

I audited a beginner “On Camera” class (virtual) with a well-respected acting school. I have never acted before. I enjoyed drama in high school (long ago), and I enjoy public speaking/presenting. The school quelled my concerns about having absolutely no experience and that all were welcomed. When I audited the class th…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

What do I call an actor who is known by a nickname?

Next week I'm filming a small role opposite the lead, who goes by a nickname (not a stage name). His Wikipedia page shows his actual name. What's the etiquette here? I guess the safest thing to do is to call him whatever he says when I shake his hand and introduce myself? How does this work in general, for actors who a…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

First MFA Acting Audition next weekend!

I am 25 years old and have been acting only since 2019. I am going for my first MFA audition in a weeks time at one of the major MFA programs on the East Coast. I'm being vague for privacy's sake ofc. I have three monologues prepared to present. Shakespeare, a modern comedic piece, and Chris from All My Sons . I feel a…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Just got a huge audition for an Emmy award winning HBO show

Hey actors, I just wanted to come on here to share some exciting news. I just signed with my first agent still pretty recent (June 2022), and I just got a huge audition for an HBO show. A little background about me, I’m currently 24 and have been acting since 2019. I actually started off as a commercial actor, doing mo…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Question for film actors..

So Im still a newbie (couple commercials, but only thing Ive done with lines was a student film oner.) Volunteered to act in another student film for more experience, and the stop and start after only one or two lines to set up different camera shots for an entire 6 page script was brutal... Took a solid 7hrs, and it w…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Follow up on my talent manager meeting: Trying to prepare a self-tape

Hi guys! First off, thank you to those who commented on my last post for the wonderful advice! I listened and did my due diligence, researched the manager, their company, the roster, etc. and it went very well. Also really emphasized this time around that acting is my priority over my day job (duh) and I’m staying up t…

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Reddit · 21 Jan 2023

Can I be an actor?

Hi, I’m sorry if this comes off as rude, I’m genuinely just wanting insight. I’m 19 and in my first year of law school. I’m studying law because out of all the ‘mid-high paying jobs’ I chose law to be the best field for me. Small context: I’m a pretty impulsive person, money means a great deal to me so I wouldn’t reall…

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Feelings of loneliness in the field of acting

This isn't related to the craft of acting, but it's a part of my own experiences with other actors and students of acting. For a large majority of my time as a student actor (I'm a 22 year-old male in my senior year of college), I've never felt like I have truly socially belonged in my university's theatre department,…

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Demo reel critique??

Hello!! I’m an 18/yo amateur voice actor and recently I decided to write, voice act, and edit my own demo reel. Mind you, I have no experience in audio engineering and this was my first try. I’m also completely self taught in voice acting and I’m wearing braces if that means anything. If you wouldn’t mind listening, I…

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Finding conflict in scripts and discerning objectives

We all know that conflict is what creates drama. But sometimes, it's hard to find conflict in certain scenes. I've read that there's conflict in every scene. But the problem is that it's hard to find conflict in EVERY scene. Isn't conflict when two character's objectives contrast each other? Isn't it when one character…

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Tips on getting W2s from specific payroll companies (electronically)?

After 2 (mostly) rough years, 2022 was the first year I was able to make the majority of my income as a SAG performer in LA. I did quite a bit of BG work, but I was also fortunate enough to finally try my hand at being a stand-in and (almost literally) stumbled my way into being a stunt performer for a day. **/humblebr…

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Small town folk

Any successful actors who came from a no name town of a no name state, what was your journey like? What you did, how old you were, certain things you regret doing or not doing. Overall obstacle’s?

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Professional Credit UK

So I recently acquired a short line on a TV series, however the TV series hasn’t come out yet and I’m not sure on what the role would be named. Am I still able to add this as a credit on Spotlight or do I have to wait until it is aired? UK Actors

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Reddit · 20 Jan 2023

Headshots questions

Hi. Currently I’m reading Jenna Fischers “The Actors Life: A Survival Guide” and loving it. In the book she mentions how you should ask other people (no friends or family, only actors, teachers, acquaintances, etc.) for 5 adjectives on what they think of you based on first impressions and to get headshots which present…

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

A "bad" reel vs no reel at all? Which would get more auditions?

Hello fellow actors I have a question regarding reels. So I am fairly new to this and don't really have a legit reel yet. I did a decently size project but I have to wait for it to come back so for now I am using a self made demo reel with self tapes etc. Now my questions is what would get me more auditions? Would havi…

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

UK Actors - will my agent mind if take a job on a film as an extra

I recently got signed by an agent last September. During my interview, I mentioned briefly that I occasionally did work as an extra to learn about what it’s like on set, though we didn’t discuss it in detail… Fast forward to 2 weeks ago, where I asked my agent about a specific project (big movie) about to go into produ…

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

How can I get an agent?

Like the title implies I would like to know what's the best way to get an agent and how can I tell if someone is trying to scam me or not as I was once scammed by those fake modeling agents, so this made me rather insecure while considering how to get an agent as an actress. What is the best approach?

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

How to move to LA and become an actor?

I watched "Wednesday" and really want to be like the cast because they were my age (20) and looked like they had a lot of fun. How do I move to LA to become an actor on Netflix with only $500 in my bank account? What are the financial and career logistics?

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Reddit · 19 Jan 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 · 19 Jan 2023

Looking for Voice Actress to voice a valley-girl radio DJ for VTTRPG

Looking for a voice actress in any age range that can do a convincing valley girl accent. There are 21 full DJ intros, totaling at 1062 words. **Our budget is $100 USD but this can be negotiated.** Our preferred method of payment would be PayPal, but this is also up for negotiation. We are aiming to be very flexible ab…

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

Finding conflict in scripts and discerning objectives

We all know that conflict is what creates drama. But sometimes, it's hard to find conflict in certain scenes. I've read that there's conflict in every scene. But the problem is that it's hard to find conflict in EVERY scene. Isn't conflict when two character's objectives contrast each other? Isn't it when one character…

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Reddit · 19 Jan 2023

Feelings of loneliness in the field of acting

This isn't related to the craft of acting, but it's a part of my own experiences with other actors and students of acting. For a large majority of my time as a student actor (I'm a 22 year-old male in my senior year of college), I've never felt like I have truly socially belonged in my university's theatre department,…

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Actors Access Notifications

I built an app that searches actors access in my region once a minute and texts me a link to the latest breakdown when it finds a new one. I have to use a third party system that costs but I think it’s worth it for me at least. Would you be interested in it? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/10fblaq)

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Genderfluid actor afraid of not being accepted

I want to be a film actor but I am also genderfluid (born female) and my dream is to be able to play both female and male roles, you know. I'm going to get top surgery as I intended (been wanting it for years) and if I need a breast for female roles I thought the director could use prosthetics. I mean, it's feasible, r…

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Canadian's or people who have moved to Canada!

Hello! I am considering moving to Canada. I am from the UK and have a pretty solid theatre CV (mostly tours) with a few shorts in there, went to one of the "big drama schools" in the UK- but film/TV is seriously lacking. I'm alright with this, as i'm a bit of a classical theatre nut who has no real desire to be a big s…

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

American models & actors agency?

Is this place legit curious to see if anybody’s heard of them. The executive director name is Rodger rose he said he used to work for elite. The thing that’s throwing me off is they want you to pay for classes through them. And then after you take one class your eligible for certain things and you become more eligible…

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Black femme actor needed in Brooklyn!

Hopefully you can help! I am a comedy filmmaker/musician based in bedstuy, and I need an actor to be half of a couple in a short film I plan on making. It’s a short 2 day shoot and will mostly be indoors. It’s about reddit!

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Labeling Reel Clips on Actor's Access

Is there a consensus on the best way to label reel clips? For example, should I level them something like: "Dramatic Clip 1", "Dramatic Clip 2", "Comedic Clip 1" etc? That's what I've done in the past, but I'm wondering what other people do and if there's a better way to label these bad boys. The main reason I'm wonder…

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Reddit · 18 Jan 2023

Voice Actor needed for an animation

Hello all, I have someone working on an animation for me and I need a voice actor to record a script. I'm offering a flat rate of $300. Please send an email to [Elysee.Montissol@audioleafs.com](mailto:Elysee.Montissol@audioleafs.com) and we can talk about the details. Thank you.

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Reddit · 17 Jan 2023

is this a good cover letter for agencies?

took y'alls advice and trimmed it down a bunch, let me know what you think! ​ Hello, I hope you, and everyone at “AGENCY” are doing well. I am seeking theatrical representation and would love to be considered by one of your agents. I have had a very successful 2022 and I wish to continue this in 2023 alongside a…

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Reddit · 17 Jan 2023

I’m stuck in a bit of a rut - UK based actor

So I have had a passion for acting but ever since I left my part time drama school I feel I’m just stuck/ comfy in a dead end 9-5. I had an agent from the drama school I was in and got a job for a film. The contract was on its way to be finalised and would’ve been paid a lucrative amount- but due to covid and financing…

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Reddit · 17 Jan 2023

Take away

I'm an outsider to filmmaking and aspiring screenwriter. I've made couple of short films with friends and I was a bystander in film sets. I want to know the sensibilities of working with actors. I've seen my friends strain, fumble lines, being uneasy when receiving direction. When I write I tend think about actors. Tec…

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Reddit · 17 Jan 2023

i need help

hello i’m a 14 year old girl who loves acting , i’ve always dreamed of becoming an actress but my dreams were crushed when my family told me it’s really hard to become an actor and be famous but i never left it the thing is i am arab and live in an arab country which is really hard to get into these stuff i’ve always w…

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Reddit · 17 Jan 2023

I nailed my monologue!!

Just to get it out there, I’m a college student and this was just for a mock audition at school. I’ve always had a problem with stuttering, especially in moments of anxiety or stress. All the monologues that I have performed in front of an audience was always riddled with bits of slurred words and stuttering, so when I…