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An Actor Prepares: For the DC Non-Equity Auditions by dtwild  •  last post Jan 25th

best acting classes in LA (or online classes based anywhere) by tmoneyswaggg  •  last post Jan 25th

Ive been doing some research and the best ones Ive found are: * Ruskin school of acting * Cynthia Bain young actors studio * Warner Laughlin studios * Gloria Garayua * Sam Stiglitz * Baron Brown * Playhouse west la * BGB acting studio If you have any information on any of these or other recommendations Id be happy to hear.

View for View by Norma Jean  •  last post Jan 24th

All Views Returned. I Need Another Green Week, Don't You? https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm2692138 https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2692138

Is acting something I should pursue? by ComfyLiz  •  last post Jan 24th

Hi there! I’m a 21 year old transgender woman from the Vancouver area. I used to do theatre in high school, being cast as a lead several times. I have no idea what I want to do with my life and no potential career options have given me the same joy as when I was acting. Even though I suffer from severe social anxiety, it all seems to melt away when I can play a character on stage. I’ve fallen into a deep depression and have retreated into myself. I’m feeling quite lost in life. I just don’t think I have “it”. I’m not very attractive (at all, really) and being trans severely limits the roles that are even eligible for me. I do think I could be a somewhat decent actor, but nothing standout. But at the same time, no other career option seems to be for me, everything else just makes me more depressed.

Can I cast a SAG actor for a personal project of mine by PositivelyAwesome19  •  last post Jan 24th

I’m wanting to film a scene from a pilot I wrote. Would just barely be under 13 minutes. Not sending it to any festivals. Just something to post online. A few of the actors who are friends of mine, are SAG. I am not. Would I be able to use them in this simple project? One that I just plan on posting on social media. Or would I have to go through the sag signatory thing? It’s paid as well. Extremely low low budget, but it is paid

Bad productions by ActivelyLostInTarget  •  last post Jan 24th

So I have agency representation, but still get bookings through backstage and the like. I just turned down a shoot and feel so disappointed. It met my day rate, but did not cover parking in a major metro area, was not providing lunch and despite an 8hr shoot, had no hair, makeup or wardrobe. I can manage all these things, but no way am I going to look as polished in the afternoon and I feel like those are red flags. I just saw the final product of a similar shoot I hesitantly accepted, and it was a mess. They had us walk 7 miles in said metro space and tried to get us McDonald's after hour 6 of shooting. They forgot to tell me to bring athletic wear, so I look wildly out of place in a beach scene and my hair completely fell. We had to change in a parking garage. I'm only in my third year of acting, and am getting bettwr at setting professional boundaries, but I am still really sad to say no to another line on my resume. I mean, I get that a bad final product doesn't cancel my paycheck, but I don't like being in the hands of people who aren't taking care of their actors. And yet I still feel about about passing. How do you all manage these situations?

[Networking] Any actors in Staten Island? by chaot7  •  last post Jan 24th

I make zero budget film and occasionally act. I used to work in post production. I fell out of it and am now falling back into filmmaking. I'm focusing on short film and I've done a 20 minute superhero piece, a 5 minute zombie piece and am about to shoot a little time travel piece. You can see some stills and behind the scenes of my work on my instagram. [https://www.instagram.com/shearyanfilm/](https://www.instagram.com/shearyanfilm/) I am always looking for collaborators. If this seems like it might be your thing and you're in Staten Island or the surrounding boroughs/Jersey and don't mind traveling, let me know and we'll talk!

Emotionally Filling the Frame - What Makes a Good Actor? by Actortainment  •  last post Jan 24th

3 things I follow as an Actor by leonmorganacting  •  last post Jan 24th

1. Take your craft seriously, not the industry. 2 Be careful of the toes you step on today, as they can be attached to the ass you have to kiss tomorrow. 3. When someone shows you who they are, believe them.

Actors, what city do you live in for Acting? How is that going? by TheDragonLunch  •  last post Jan 24th

I am in school for performing arts and once I graduate I was going to move to either Atlanta, New York, or Los Angeles. I've been doing research on each possible location to see what would have the best opportunities specific to me. Atlanta seems like the cheapest option as New York and L.A are really expensive. And Atlanta has been the location of a lot of recent movies and TV shows. L.A is good for movies and a lot of tv shows film there. And New York is really good for Theater, Film, and Commercial work. All the cities seem like good choices and I feel like I would be missing out by not picking the right place to work. I would like to know about where you currently (or plan to) practice acting and what your experience has been like? Also, how long have you been at it and how do you feel about the progress you've made?

I’m think about becoming a voice actor, should I? by Troceraptor  •  last post Jan 24th

Right now I’m almost 20 years old, and currently a Bio major, but I don’t know if I can keep this up. It’s seems as if I lost my prior motivation for coming to college in the first place. I’m honestly considering becoming a Voice actor. Because I not only love doing different voices and repeating lines, but I just love the idea of being able to immerse yourself into the character your voice acting as. I remember when I cosplayed for the first time and it felt amazing! And I want to be able to replicate that feeling through voice acting. But I don’t know if it seems like a passing fancy to me, or the real deal tho. Can y’all help me out? What do I need to do to become a VA? What’s it like to be a voice actor? How difficult is it to become one? What’s one’s day to day life like? How much do they get paid? Would I need to get a second job in order to make a living? I just have a lot of questions, but I don’t know know where to look. If y’all can help me out that would be amazing! Thanks for your comments, please be nice, and have a great day!

Can a non union actor perform in a SAG signatory project? by SwimGood22  •  last post Jan 24th

Have a short film with a SAG actor and non union actor both interested. Obviously, the project needs to be SAG signatory for the union actor to perform, but a, I allowed to use non union actors as well? My understanding is there’s a special contract drafted for them.

How does a first time feature director get a BAFTA winner, Emmy nominated actor Paul Mescal to star in her film? by Impossible-Salt-4940  •  last post Jan 24th

I absolutely adored Aftersun, I’m just genuinely curious as to how Paul Mescal, who was an acclaimed actor, still somewhat up and coming in some regard I guess, gets attached to a small indie like this with a first time director. Anyone know? Like I said I’m literally just curious as to how Charlotte Wells got such a talent like Paul to lead her film despite only having done a couple shorts that weren’t even that big or acclaimed. Thanks! And congrats to Paul for the extremely well deserved oscar nom!

First Chemistry Read (any tips) by More_Nothing_1576  •  last post Jan 24th

Hey all I submitted a self tape for a supporting role in a sag short film and received a call back asking me to come in for a chemistry read with the other actors, i’m super excited but nervous at the same time, have any tips on how I should prepare?

Cold Reads by kdot954  •  last post Jan 24th

What’s the purpose of them? I think they’re unnecessary. You’re not going to be unprepared when performing so why do it for an audition? I would argue it’s even worse because you can have an actor who would fit well for a role but because they can’t read while being in the moment well, you’re judgement of their performance really isn’t accurate. Am I missing something of value from them?

A Fun Little Question: Pros and Cons of TV vs Film vs Voiceover by love_acting99  •  last post Jan 24th

What are the things you like (pros) about each medium and things you're not a fan of (cons) about each medium? I'm mainly asking this as a fun little thing for everyone to contribute their point of view to. I love acting in any form (I'm currently a stage actress trying to break into screen acting; I really love acting for the camera and it's always been my dream to be an on-camera actor) but I am mainly drawn to TV, all genres, streaming/airing anywhere, doesn't matter, I love it. Curious to know, however, what are the pros and cons of doing TV vs film vs Voiceover. Also, voiceover is something I got into it recently when I noticed that there are a lot of cool things I can do with my voice. I also am mind-blown at how much you can make out of a character from just your voice, and it will be cool to see your friends' reactions when you watch something you're in and hear your voice but see someone completely different. Note: Instead of seeing this as a chance to complain, look at it as a chance to remind yourself of the good parts and to be grateful that we get to practice what we love. That's what I hope to get out of this post, I like helping others see the good in things. :)

What websites can you make a voice actor profile to see if you can get picked up as a VA? by Tugbot4  •  last post Jan 23rd

I am currently working and about to go to college, but really want to try acting/voice acting so where can I post a public profile to see if maybe someone will pick me up or show interest?

Has anyone taken beginner acting class from T. Schreiber? by CloseCry6  •  last post Jan 23rd

Specifically the HAGEN, STRASBERG & MEISNER TECHNIQUE class with Pamela Scott? Beginner actor who acted in middle and high school a lot but not anymore. ​ I plan to take this and Barrow Group at the same time since I don't get any online exposure. ​ Thoughts?