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Reddit · 6 Sep 2021
I want to get my ears pierced, I am aware of the 6 week timeframe and that should be fine, but is it going to be a problem for acting on camera? I audition for both live theatre and camera work, and I'd like to keep both available to me. I've had male friends in live theatre have pierced ears and just take them out on…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2021
7 years ago I took beginners acting classes at a well known school in NYC. Since I went to undergrad for degree in business and I worked for a couple years. I dropped everything to pursue acting. During that time span I did 2 student films, co-stared in a pilot, and practiced in front of my camera on my own. All throug…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2021
Like probably most of this subreddit, I'm an actor trying to get started in the voice industry. I have a simple question: what would you recommend doing/where would you recommend looking for commercial demo material? Character demo stuff comes easily to me (improv background, go figure), but trying to come up with stuf…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2021
I am an inexperienced actor. Would like to apologize in advance if I sound a bit ignorant. I am looking to enroll in acting classes here in New York. I mainly want to focus on film/tv jobs than theater. I am looking at two acting schools/studios, HB and Barrow. If I wanted to pursue just film and tv, should I take spec…
Reddit · 6 Sep 2021
I need footage of me throwing people How do I hire actors to be thrown.
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Just wondering if anyone here was able to get a start in acting without a big social media presence? eg. someone who doesn't use Facebook and has 100 instagram followers. I know in the past this wasn't a big deal, but I've read that recently when trying to break into acting it seems roles are distributed based on insta…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
If I'm a new aspiring voice actor, with not much behind my name, is it really fine to just audition on, say, Casting Call Club etc.? Is it seen as "ballsy," or presumptuous, to do so? I had gotten tips that I shouldn't make a demo reel with very little knowledge or experience as it won't be well-made nor representative…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
If you create the link of your actors access profile to share, then it will come out as search result on google when you search your name? I didn't create the link and it is not searchable by google but I've seen numerous actors' actors access profile showed up public on google search result when I search with their na…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
I’ve wanted to share this story for years but I’ve never found any proper sub to get to talk about it without feeling like I would be judged. But I just realized that I could write about it here because I feel like this is a safe space and it has to do with the beginning of my acting career. I feel like maybe other act…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Hello everyone. I’m in the inland empire of Southern California looking to build a resume. Any aspiring film makers who need actors, I will work for free. We can help each other. I have no experience in acting but I’m pursuing it. I don’t know anyone in the business but I will work my ass off to give you what you need…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
I'm an actor from VA and I made this reenactment scene from Toyko Drift. I thought I would share with you guys. I just recently started my youtube channel. ​ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wiG4\_LAgak](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wiG4_LAgak)
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
*Non-profit and unpaid/low-pay *NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Ages ~20-25 Hello r/acting! I'm not part of the community so forgive me if this type of post is annoying. My friend is directing an indie short film taking place primarily in the Ventura/oxnard area. She is looking for 9 actors in total (4 female and 5 male roles) Th…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Today, I was supposed to take part in a 3-episode production (15 mins each) about careers in the IT and computer field When we met the director last week, he was polite. He asked many questions, voiced his concerns about our schedule, and wanted to know if we had any worries etc. In short, he seemed like a pretty good…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Hi people- I was wondering if anyone might know of useful sources to get anime and commercial scripts from for me to make my first demo? I've done some voice work sporadically on podcasts and fan made YouTube animations. Genuinely I've found the whole process of creating a demo rather daunting and have talked myself ou…
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Since most scenes are comprised of many takes, and then edited together to make it look like one continuous string of events, do actors have to try and act the same on each take? Do they have to replicate their same mannerisms and how they talk for continuity sake?
Reddit · 5 Sep 2021
Do you like to memorize the other character’s lines alone with your own? Are you just somewhat aware of their lines or do you not know them at all? I feel my responses are something more natural when I forget the other characters lines but it also can create a problem of over stepping when I think they’re done with the…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
So I have been diagnosed bipolar II and been on meds for 18 months. But I think that I might have ADHD as well. Since I was a kid, whenever I heard about ADHD I always thought “that’s me”. My two biggest “problems” was that I could NEVER focus during class. Like impossible. But I do feel now that I’m 30 that I can focu…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
I have this friend who’s trying to be an actor And he is really into the superficial part of it and doesn’t actually know how to act. He says that connections and image are the most important part. Seems a little fake if you ask me.
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
I understand that each decision an actor makes is ultimately up to them, but from both LA actors and ATL actors, which would you say is the better move for someone who aspires to be in a lead role/series regular, but is still relatively new as far as resume credits go? At the end of the day, is there a difference when…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
At the end of October, I am opening up a pop-up art gallery/record store in Brooklyn, NY as part of a grant I received from the New York Foundation for the Arts. The project involves a fictional intergalactic record label, lots of original music and art, and a villain who has his own musical aspirations. As part of the…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
We Talk Funny, the long-running popular live voiceover comedy show in Burbank, CA - which featured some of the biggest voice actors in the world - has unfortunately been on hiatus since the pandemic began… but no more! We Talk Funny has returned - in podcast form! The new show just premiered today with FIVE new episode…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
Im a beginner actress looking for a good acting studio. Most of the recommendations from people on this subreddit in LA are around an hour away from me. Is there any reputable acting studios around the OC or Long Beach area or do I have to go to LA to find good acting classes?
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
Hi im a young voice actor looking for advice how to get a job (im 14 for introduction) and I just want to know how I'd get into it. I'm not sure were a good place to start because im new to this, id main like to be in the Animation category because I like doing deeper or more sturn voices. Any advice helps. Please and…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
Hi Voiceacting Community. I'm at a very important crossroads, so I want to thank you in advance for reading. I am an amateur, freelance voice actor. I typically work on Fiverr. My rate is $5 per 250 words, and if the client wants the work done inside of 48 hours, I double the rate. Since I am not a professional, I feel…
Reddit · 4 Sep 2021
I've seen a lot of Italians,french,african heck even middle easterns who might pass as americans so assuming they can do an American accent can they play the role of an American or will they always be stuck playing a stereotype?
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Although I've been involved in the film industry in LA for several years, acting is something I've done for just under a year -- I landed my first speaking role for an online video series with a lot of reach just this past week. Throughout my time in this industry, I've noticed that so many of the negative stereotypes…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
So I’m a fairly new actor with background experience in major SAG productions and supporting roles in two student films. I started sending out my info to agencies today and got two emails today from non-union agencies about interviews to see if I’d be a fit for their agencies. From my research in this forum, I’ve seen…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Hi all! I’m very grateful to have signed with an agent last week who has already been working hard to pitch me to CDs and landing me auditions. However, I’ve been lurking this sub for a while and have noticed mixed opinions on whether an actor should continue self-submitting after getting an agent. More specifically, I…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
i’m certain almost every aspiring actor/actress has gone through this. i’m not sure if my depression is instigating this but i go through ups and downs with my determination. sometimes i’m so certain that i’ll achieve what i’ve always wanted to do and that nothing is impossible as long as i don’t put a mental block in…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
\*\*\*Update - I have cast most of the roles, I am only in need of the roles listed below! Thank you for everyone who responded! I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be conducted over Zoom, and recorded to further develop my screenpla…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Howdy! This is for the actors in NYC. Theater aside, can you talk about your experience or hurdles in booking paid television and film work in NYC? I’m moving from LA to be with family and I’m nervous about the lack of financially lucrative opportunities there. I’m still fairly new to the business, but I get to meet to…
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Is it natural talent or do they get trained exclusively for that role? If it's the latter then wouldn't be cheaper for film studios to just do casting roles for americans only to avoid those extra costs?
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Hi everyone! I interviewed the voice actress of Princess Peach from the Super Mario series! She shares how she got started along with some tips for us up and coming voice actors! Interview starts soon! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhBvxZ1TacI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhBvxZ1TacI)
Reddit · 3 Sep 2021
Hello, so I am training to be a voice actor and I happen to work at a call center. So how can I take advantage of this while I am at work? Is there any exercise that you would think that I can try with my calls? ​ Thank you very much in advance.
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
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 · 2 Sep 2021
Ok so I always wanted to be an actor and recently started chasing it which resulted in taking part in a indie film which did great on Indie festivals, but the thing is a lot of people said my acting was not great and some others said it was great (obviously I don't count relatives or friends as they can be biased) so w…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
I recently came across an actor’s directory (Queer Vox) and I’d really like to join. However, they require work samples or a demo, even though they accept all experience levels. I don’t yet have any VO work I can submit and don’t have a demo. I am taking classes, and have done lots of stage acting in the past, but have…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
In the beginning of the Witcher 3 video game, a Nilfgaard commander says: > Buckthorn? Never heard of it. But I’m not fluent in Common Speech yet. If we assume that the player’s language plays the role of Common Speech, that sentence comes as a bit of surprise as the voice actor (at least in the Polish dub) doesn't hav…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
I did acting for a few years up until circa 2016 in nyc when I had to stop and finish my unrelated degree. After graduating, working an unfulfilling traditional 9 to 5 at a major company, and the early covid era closures, I am strongly considering getting back into it except I'm a little lost. I did a lot more theatre…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
Hey guys! I'm studying Radio TV and Internet productions at College and I'm on my 1st year freshmen there, I'm really into these artistic stuff like music, movies, acting, etc. The teacher told that people from the 3rd year will need to record a show with episodes and seasons, etc, and were doing a casting. I sent them…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
Hello - I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be conducted over Zoom, and recorded to further develop my screenplay. The date and time of the table read will be based on the actors' availability. There is no compensation, but you will…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
Hey r/acting! I'm wondering if anyone here has thoughts on joining ACTRA. I'm attending an accredited theatre program in Toronto and was going to wait until this coming June (when I graduate) to join ACTRA because you can use your school credit to become apprentice. However, this past summer I unexpectedly signed with…
Reddit · 2 Sep 2021
Hello, I am looking for an actress for a non-fiction short film I am working on within the Philadelphia/NYC region. The short will be around 28 minutes and the role is a supporting character. If you are available around October and interested please message me and we can go more into detail, thank you kindly :)
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
I’m a 21 year old European actress. I have a degree from a well known American conservatory, but due to the pandemic I was forced to move back to my own country, rather than pursue work in the US. The country I’m from has a rather closed theatre community, and the actors that actually book work are usually the ones who…
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
And she is a pretty logical person. I do kinda agree with her, which makes me sad. What I feel towards acting right now is a NEED. I HAVE to do it. I have no other choice. It kinda makes me feel hopeless/afraid/a hole in my chest/tired/soulless Because I think of the future. What I will have to do. How many things I wi…
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
I’m a 21 year old European actress. I have a degree from a well known American conservatory, but due to the pandemic I was forced to move back to my own country, rather than pursue work in the US. The country I’m from has a rather closed theatre community, and the actors that actually book work are usually the ones who…
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
Hey all. Haven't been booking much lately, wondering if it's my email subject line. Response rate has been about 2% which is in the "OK" area. Just picked up Sales Handy as an email tracker to help check the open rates. The subject lines have been "Voice Talent Inquiry" and "Voice Actor Demo Submission." Are these bad?…
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
Hi all! Love this community, thanks for all the advice and inspiration! I'm upgrading my self-tape area since it's becoming clear these aren't going away even post-pandemic in LA. Curious if anyone here has a suggestion for a new backdrop that would fit my space better. Mine works great, but it's a bit narrow (4 ft acr…
Reddit · 1 Sep 2021
Hi, I started to do vocal control but I'm struggling. Any videos that will help an beginning actor with vocal control? Thanks.
Reddit · 31 Aug 2021
Is comedy harder for directors than drama?When it's broad, how do you give notes to actors?Clearly at times the acting needs to be heightened yet also grounded. Seems tricky. How do you get actor to be brave without getting carried away. Also how additionally important is the editing in this? People clearly need comedy…
