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Who’s job is it to make a relationship believable? by EverlastingUnis • last post Feb 8th
I just watched “You People” on Netflix, starring Lauren London and Jonah Hill, among other notable actors. Before filming began, London had brought up concerns about convincing the audience that her and Hill’s characters are believably in-love. The movie event went as far as to CGI two kisses between them. It threw me off a bit, because I feel like, as an actor, you shouldn’t be concerned about whether a relationship is believable, it’s all fake until you make it real, and until you put forth the creative effort to portray these characters in a believable relationship. Maybe I’m thinking too hard on it, and it may not be that deep, but it crossed my mind and it made me wonder how serious some actors take themselves, their craft, and their jobs. So I’m asking, in your opinion, are those concerns valid, and who’s job is it to make a relationship believable?
Toronto Agent Advice by Kj1913 • last post Feb 8th
Hey actors! Long time lurker, first time poster... I'm looking for some advice as I've run into an interesting situation. About a year and a half ago, I signed with a great agency here in Toronto. I was still in school finishing an acting degree and that took up most of my time so I didn't audition a lot, but did some commercial work before becoming ACTRA and shortly after graduating this past fall I booked a lead in a movie which had some decently big names attached. I was super happy because it happened so soon after finishing school... but then my agency announced a week or two ago that they are closing because the owners are retiring, so come March I won't have an agent anymore. I've applied to about fourteen different agencies in Toronto within the past week but have heard nothing... there was one agent who reached out to me and asked to schedule a meeting but has also not gotten back to me in the past week despite me following up. I guess what I'm looking for advice on is whether I need to wait longer or if there's a better, alternative route I should take to finding representation again. Are there any good showcases in Toronto? Should I be more forward? I felt that I was really starting to gain traction but now things aren't looking too good. Any advice appreciated!!
How do you deal with closed-minded casting directors? by Significant-Idea-611 • last post Feb 8th
Hi everyone - I live in a smaller market, where there’s one major casting office who handles most of the productions that shoot here. My issue is that they seem to consistently be casting actors they are personally friends with and actors who work as assistants at the office. In every film or series that comes to down, I see the same assistants over and over again, often in recurring roles. It’s disheartening and frustrating that I cannot seem to gain traction with this office no matter how well I do in my auditions, without being a personal friend of the casting director’s (I get maybe 1-2 auditions a year with them, usually for small roles) while their assistants are booking 5-10 roles per year in the projects they cast. Does this type of nepotism happen everywhere? Should I just move to a larger market where there are more casting directors?
How long have chemistry reads been in your experience? by CrazyVegetable3187 • last post Feb 8th
I'm going to be having my final round of auditions be a chemistry read. For the leads I'm planning on doing an 8 minute scene with each of supporting actor #1 and then a 3 minute scene with each of supporting actor #2. There are 3 candidates for the lead role, 3 for supporting #1 and 3 for supporting #2. In doing the math that means that supporting #1 candidate A meets with each of the leads and then is done (24 minutes), then candidate B (24 minutes), then candidate C (24 minutes), then from there supporting #1 candidate A meets with each of the lead roles (9 minutes each.) This would mean each lead is needed for 1 hour 39 minutes; add time for whatever may happen and that adds up to 2 hours. Is 2 hours too much to ask for the leads and then 30 minutes for each of supporting #1, 15 for supporting #2?
Why are disabled roles written so badly? by Still_Yak8109 • last post Feb 8th
hi, I'm an actor with high functioning autism spectrum disorder. I book mainly low functioning autistic roles, but you wouldn't notice if you met me on real life. yes, I'm acting and I feel like I'm putting on a disbaled minstral show when I do it because the writing is so bad. I am also a paid comedian, but I can't get in the room for comedy because they seem to not want young comedic talent except pete Davidson. How do I book comedic acting and yes I can do comedic acting. there's just alot of politics involved in comedy I've noticed.
Voice Acting Advice by koo1000 • last post Feb 8th
Hello comrades. I’ve been a voice actor for about 10 months now, since then I have been fortunate enough not only to gig some notable gigs, but also acquire agents & a manager. Huge year ahead of me as well so I’m excited. So if any of y’all have any questions as to where to get started, or how show biz works… feel free to ask whatever under this thread. I’m an open book and here to help with whatever questions, I want to see voice actors prosper. Happy reading!
Weight Loss & Auditions by spacecram • last post Feb 8th
The premise is that I’m overweight and having trouble getting a shot. I’ve been submitting to as many roles as possible on Actor’s Access and Backstage and haven’t gotten a single audition. I have a good resume and good headshots. I don’t even submit for roles that are looking for “fit” people, so it’s really disappointing. I have some health issues that I’m trying to sort out that have been keeping me from losing weight, but I wanted to keep trying anyways. Has anyone lost a significant amount of weight and noticed the amount of auditions/roles you get versus when you were overweight? Sometimes I think I should just wait until I’ve lost weight, but I’ll never be perfect enough in my own eyes, so I keep telling myself maybe something will come up. I also try to remember that I see all body types in shows and movies. Trying to keep my head up & wondering if anyone else relates!
How do you Scream..without straining your voice? by Acestun • last post Feb 8th
I'm amazed at how voice actors scream in cartoons/animes (especially the distorted ones) and made it look so natural. I did some warmups and screamed once, and boy my throat hurt too quick.
Summer or three year conservatory training? What should I do? by Abstract_Corduroy74 • last post Feb 7th
I’m interested in getting professional training to become a better actor, even though my teacher at my University said that I already have training, which I believe the training I've had are just drops in the bucket; I really haven't had time to sharpen and develop the skills and training l've had, as well as prime and use myself to get the best out of my craft. The thing is, I don't know whether I want to do a summer conservatory, or a three year conservatory. I was thinking of maybe doing one at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting or Art of Acting Studio, but I'm not sure what to do. Anybody have advice?
Question about Instinctual vs Intellectual acting by Abstract_Corduroy74 • last post Feb 7th
How can an actor who is naturally more of an intellectual (such as myself) in his life, work, and his approach to work rather than an instinctual or emotional (etc, etc) grow, nurture and develop the other necessary "skills". In other words, how can an intellectual actor become more of an instinctual, imaginative, and emotional actor rather than just an analytical / intellectual / cerebral actor?
QUESTION: Tuning an actors instrument? by Abstract_Corduroy74 • last post Feb 7th
I've heard time and time again that the actor him/herself is their own instrument, and in order to be able to express their character's feelings, needs, wants, actions, and journey, he/she needs to have a fully primed and open instrument which their mind, body, voice, imagination (and even soul). What sort of things can an actor do that can open and fine tune their instrument so they can do the best they can in whatever role or as whatever character they are playing?
Should I leave this acting class? by Hot-Space8691 • last post Feb 7th
Ok I dont know if this type of post is allowed here but might as well. This class just feels bad. I might come across as an ahole here and I am sorry but I value honesty and telling people how it is etc. The main issue is the format which doesn't really "teach" also here goes where I get hate BUTTT nobody in there knows how to act. Its kinda frustrating when doing a scene because they just take you out of it and no matter how good you do they are just dragging you down and making you look bad. Which is the main reason why I wanted a class, was to stay sharp and get "practice" around good actors. On top of that the teacher rewards the bad acting with those "wow that was good!" WHEN ITS CLEARLY NOT. I prob sound like a terrible human but thanks for coning to my Ted talk. What would yall do??
Any fun alternatives to improv? by Legitimate_Ebb3623 • last post Feb 7th
I took an Improv Level 1 class last year and thoroughly enjoyed it. I wasn't trying to be an actor but just wanted to learn something new, make friends, and have fun. Now I'm in level 2 but it just feels like more of the same and I feel like theres a certain element of diminishing returns. I'm wondering if theres a different class I could explore that might teach me different skills but still be fun?
Favorite shops for actor copies of plays in LA? by maxdurden • last post Feb 7th
Pretty straight forward, since the Sam French store closed, I've been hurting for a good place to go pursue and pick up more actor copies of plays. What are some places those of you that live in LA like to visit? I need to read some great plays and learn some new stuff, get outta my head!
Does anyone know any career coaches? by love_acting99 • last post Feb 7th
Does anyone know any good career consultation coaches that will help me set some long-term goals? A bit of background: I am a current high school student, junior, class of '24. I've done stage acting for the past 3 years, taking classes since 2020, and recently started making short films, all of which are very fun and enjoyable. I mainly want to be a TV actress and screenwriter, but I also want to act in and write for anything else, whether it's films, theatre, or voiceover, etc. I have a lot of long-term goals, and as the reality of graduating high school gets closer, I realize that I don't really know what to do next exactly in order to get to where I want to be. I'm also not good at setting short-term goals, and those are crucial milestones to achieving long-term goals. Since an acting career is a long-term thing that lasts for multiple decades, I think I need personalized guidance to really narrow down my goals long-term. I am aware of my goals, but I need help professionally, and I actually want to work with someone to officially set them so then I can come up with short-term goals to help me reach there, and to lay out a plan. Any recommendations? I'm mainly looking for online/zoom sessions, as I am LA based but would rather not have to go in person due to school and extracurriculars, so it doesn't matter where they are located as long as they are in the US (or maybe Canada) and they offer online sessions.
Dan Olivo & his 3 Horn Band @ Vibrato Jazz Club by Dan Olivo • last post Feb 7th
Excited to make my debut at Vibrato with my 3 Horn Band on Tuesday February 21st @ 7:30 pm $25 Cover / $15 @ The Bar 2930 Beverly Glen Cir, Los Angeles, CA 90077 FOR RESERVATIONS https://resy.com/cities/la/venues/herb-alperts-vibrato-grill-and-jazz/events/wes-ritenour-contemporary-jazz?date=2023-02-06&seats=2
What does it mean to include things that are playable as an actor ? I’m currently doing a branding session with my photographer on my headshots in Atlanta and we’re working on creating different looks /characters with different qualities as well by Proof-Pollution454 • last post Feb 7th
Hello everyone , I’m going to start getting my new headshots in ATL and I didn’t want to just choose a random photographer or also just get them taken without being able to see what my type is specifically. My headshot photographer said to make sure and remember in my descriptions to include things that are playable as an actor. What exactly does that mean ? Does it mean paying with choices ? Thanks
Actors who have booked tv or film roles , do you get to rehearse the scenes with the other actors involved in the scenes with you to make sure everyone knows how the scene is to be acted or no ? by Proof-Pollution454 • last post Feb 7th
Hello I wanted to ask any fellow actors who have booked work in television and film if when they book the gig , do you have the opportunity to be bake to rehearse the scenes with the other actors that are in the scene with you to make sure the scene is acted correctly or does the actor have the rehearse everything on his own ? Thanks
Searching for Meisner Technique Group by Catfishcurds • last post Feb 7th
Hey All! I'm looking to try and find a group of people (either online or in the LA area) that get together to do practice meisner technique, particularly repetition. If you know what it is already, great! If not, its a century old technique designed to increase connection with your partner. Super effective technique for new actors as well. Any leads for a group on this would be super appreciated. Also, if you don't know of one, but would be interested in being part of an online one, LET ME KNOW!!! They say if you don't find what you want, make it yourself. So if you're interested just drop a reply or dm me. Thanks for your time w/ this everyone.