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How much does looks impact your acting career? by mynameisslimshady21  •  last post Jan 13th

Wondering if looks plays a big part in people becoming successful as an actor or actress

Was this really a good idea ? by bustergaming777  •  last post Jan 13th

Just saw on Twitter an actor had posted his headshot and contact information all over London via stickers. Is this a smart idea or will it come to back to bite him on the ass ? He did manage to get representation from it however…

Can I be an actor if I have just one name? by NOTHINGFAILS23  •  last post Jan 13th

I’m a singer first and foremost so for me it’s important that I keep the same name for music as I do acting. I don’t have a great full name but a unique first one I do. I hate the idea of a stage name. I do have a couple of credited roles to just the first name but wonder is it possible? Some have said yes and some have said no. These are people in the industry. True they were already famous but I think of Cher and Madonna and Elvis even. There’s people such as al Pacino too. Is it possible?

My old-school, reputable technique teacher basically balked at the idea of On-Camera classes.... what's the deal with this attitude? by astronaut4235  •  last post Jan 13th

this person is a highly reputable old-school teacher in NYC that has taught at a lot of different reputable schools. I'm new to studying with them, trying out a new technique, as I'm primarily trained in a different technique. last class I asked them, I said listen i know we don't know each other very well yet and you're not really familiar with my work yet, but I get a lot of co-star auditions and I was just curious if you happen to know any reputable on-camera teachers to recommend, and they basically said "why do you need on camera classes?" and then gave me a couple quick basic pointers and then said "there, I just saved you 1000s of dollars!" then said "who's your favorite film actor?" I said, Daniel Day Lewis. they they said "do you think DDL ever took an on-camera class?".... I said yeah? or probably had a coach or two over the years when on set or post drama school? lol... like, i understand the sentiment... but they cannot possibly be serious with this attitude / perspective? this teacher also made a few other comments during class sort of shitting on tv actors, while also name dropping a couple famous people they've trained / had a relationship with in years past., that are ironically successful film actors. Is it just all ego with these acting teachers? Do theatre people really think they are more talented or dedicated to the craft of acting than film / tv people? I was inspired to acting from watching movies, not watching plays. I love slice of life, that's what i'm attracted to with acting. Realness. Don't get me wrong, I like theatre, but I find most plays and theatre acting to be way over the top and not "real" whatsoever. don't even get me started with theatre monologues.... I don't, however, shit on theatre actors. I've heard similiar tropes from similar old school teachers, but I feel like this resentment sort of stems from their personal lack of success making it in film / tv, and instead making a career out of being an acting teacher! (not that there is anything wrong with that) but come on, it's 2023, if you're auditioning for tv / film, isn't it common knowledge and highly suggested to be training with an on-camera teacher / coach? why would this teacher think it's even helpful to suggest that to me? I just don't get it. You'd think they'd encourage you to also study on-camera if you're auditioning for things that are on-camera! and i'm not going to heed their advice, I think on-camera classes are exactly what I need, more so than learning more technique, to be honest, i'm just trying to keep learning and pushing myself as an actor in all directions. I just thought this line of thought from them was very egotistical and short sighted. I don't know.

What is the best on-camera / audition class you ever took other than Bob Krakower? by astronaut4235  •  last post Jan 13th

I'm based in NYC and would prefer in-person, but I'll settle for zoom at this point. I just really need to be in a professional environment with actors that are better than me, further along than me, so I can practice, observe their technique, and learn from them. I cannot take another generic on-camera class where actors are mediocre, it does not help me get better by watching bad acting. What on-camera classes made the biggest difference for you? What teacher was the best on-camera audition technique / script analysis teacher you ever had? Thanks for your help, I don't know why these classes are so hard to find.

Actor on the autistic spectrum from Scotland here by typicalking97  •  last post Jan 13th

Does anyone know of any decent agencies in Scotland that could look up for actors with Disabilities? It’s for after I appear in legally blonde the musical

Posting stickers of your headshots everywhere ? by bustergaming777  •  last post Jan 13th

Just saw on Twitter an actor had posted his headshot and contact information all over London via stickers. Is this a smart idea or will it come to back to bite him on the ass ? He did manage to get representation from it however…

New Actor by Automatic-Log-2014  •  last post Jan 12th

Hey does anybody have any advice or tips for a beginner actor? And also what are some good exercises one can do at home to sharpen their acting skills?

What’s the career ladder supposed to look like in acting? by Powerful_Network14  •  last post Jan 12th

Sorry for the rookie question, but I’m wondering what comes after drama school or acting training? It sounds like you get professional headshots, use all your student short films or any Backstage auditions to build a reel, and then move to a major city if you’re not already there and submit to agencies/try getting them at showcases, or just get a manager. What happens after that? I get you keep training for as many years as you want to get better at your craft (script analysis classes, improv, movement, whatever you need) while auditioning for stuff through your agent or representation but then what? There’s about a million jobs on actors access, backstage, etc, while you wait for your “big break,” if ever. How do you know what to audition for or not to, and if you’re toiling in oblivion on projects nobody will ever see? And then, I assume that after a while, you choose when you’d like to be SAGAFTRA and/or an Equity member once you feel ready and gradually move on to bigger agencies and hope you can audition for big networks or production houses? Is pilot season or becoming a series regular a part of that? Thanks so much for the question! Just curious what the actor’s life looks like. And I know the day job or hustle will be a part of it all

Please help! is this a scam? by XXparesseuseXX  •  last post Jan 12th

Hi everyone! So I applied to a commercial on Mandy Network and got a message there to email the casting director. They asked me if I wanted the gig after re applying and I agreed. This was the email message they sent me next. "Thank you for choosing to work with Anthology Productions. Please find below the necessary details and more information required from you for this shoot. COMPENSATION, BUYOUT FEE & NON-UNION CONTRACT DETAILS : C$850/day and C$4,500 for buyout [Total: C$7,050]. This is expected to be a three-day shoot which involves up to 5-7 hours daily. We can arrange a full 2-day shoot for you in case you have a tight schedule. There will be a contract/agreement upon acceptance." USAGE: TV, Web and social media campaign for 6 months only. A POSSIBLE re-purchase of usage at the end of the 6 months contract and fee can be re-negotiated at the end of the 6 months contract. WARDROBE & MAKE UP : We’ll cover your hair and make up as well as your wardrobe. Your wardrobe consist of high end fashion products (clothes, shoes, custom wears and fashion accessories). A wardrobe allowance will be allocated to you in-line with the company policy and you’ll be instructed on how you will shop for your wardrobe just in time before the shoot. RETAINER & PER-NEGOTIATIONS : An upfront as down payment [C$550 as retainer].Remaining balance [C$6,500] to be paid upon completion of the shoot before you leave the location. EXTRA INFO : You may come to the shoot location with a friend or family if it makes you more comfortable. An actor/model coach will also be on set to offer you a profound change of mentality, guideline & confidence. Don’t get me wrong. It’s rewarding and a privilege to be part of this industry but this same line of work can slice your confidence into pieces. Time and time again I’ve heard actors ask painfully vulnerable questions. Am I pretty enough? Am I the right size? Do I have what it takes? I fully understand the importance of having confidence, and if you’re a working actor, you should too. No I I’m not talking about faking confidence or putting on a forced smile in the casting room. I’m talking about really feeling comfortable in your skin and embracing every quirk and trait that defines you. This is where working with a commercial acting coach comes in. COMPANY NOTE: "In addition to representing talent, Anthology Productions also offers training and related development services to models and actors for additional fees depending on experience level and select division(s)." REWARDS: This will be a fun day of shooting as you get to keep all wardrobe. The videos will be posted on TV channels nationwide and various social media platforms with name and link credit. INFORMATION REQUIRED : The below information is required to confirm your registration with Anthology Productions for this project and subsequent projects you will be doing with us in future. LEGAL NAME STAGE NAME (IF ANY) PHYSICAL ADDRESS + APT NO IF ANY(NO P O BOX PLEASE) CONTACT PHONE NO AGE EXPERIENCE (IF ANY;) ANY LINK TO YOUR TALENT PROFILE or TALENT RESUME (IF ANY;) SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM (IF ANY;) PRESENT OCCUPATION PRIVACY POLICY & TERMS: By providing the information requested above, you oblige to the terms stipulated above (usage, remuneration, media gadgets + press kit for the project, make over, logistics & negotiations and rewards). If you do not agree with any part of the policy & terms, or if you have any other dispute or claim with or against us with respect to the terms of use or media services, your sole and exclusive remedy is to notify Anthology Productions. We will not sell, rent or provide your personal information to third parties or unaffiliated Internet Brands. Your personal information is ONLY shared with third parties with your consent, except in circumstances where the law requires it to be shared. CONFIDENTIALITY: Anthology Productions and it's representatives shall keep any information obtained in the course of this commercial services hereunder confidential, including, without limitation, any conversations or communications, actions, business plans and strategies, marketing plans, techniques, technology, trade secrets, personal information, original works of authorship, or otherwise (the “Confidential Information”). Anthology Productions understands that the above list is not exhaustive and that Confidential Information also includes other information that is marked or otherwise identified as confidential or that would otherwise appear to a reasonable person to be confidential or proprietary. Anthology Productions understands that improper use or disclosure of the Confidential Information might cause damages and liability under confidentiality agreements with third parties, civil damages, and criminal penalties. Thank you & Looking forward to hearing from you soon. ------------ Best Regards. Denis Creelman Casting Director / Project Manager​​ Anthology Productions denis.creelman@anthologyproductions.ca http://anthologyproductions.ca" They said they were gonna send me a contract soon. So does this look like a red flag????

How Calgary actor Jenn Stafford landed a role in Avatar: The Way of Water by _SpaceGoats  •  last post Jan 12th

How to help prepare an actor for an unhinged role? by EmbarrassedYogurt993  •  last post Jan 12th

I’m a fairly new director finding my footing in working with actors. If I have script that requires the main character live on the dark side and have a mental illness (similar to No country for old men, The Joker, one flew over the cuckoo nest, or even The Shining) what would be some tips/exercises/practices to give to an actor to help them get into that role. It seems like a lot of actors are comfortable playing roles that aren’t too far from themselves, I want to challenge them to take a step further.

I don't think anyone will give two about this but I have a new flex and want to share. by yer_maw22  •  last post Jan 12th

I just acted out the full Shrek movie, 1 and 2, by reading the transcripts with my two best friends on the phone. It took about 3 hours. My mains for Shrek 1 were Shrek, Pinocchio, the old lady that tried to sell Donkey, and a few extras amongst the film, and for Shrek 2, I was Shrek, Pinocchio, Queen Lillian, Jerome and extras. I always thought I was a bad actor and would always be because of my confidence but I really started to get into my role and enjoyed putting power into my emotion, then it wasn't too embarrassing. At the end, I got Alexa to blast 'I'm a believer' and 'Livin' da Vida Loca. Tomorrow, we're doing Indiana Jones aha

Seeking a male voiceover actor who can speak Italian (PAID, non union feature film) by DancHunt8  •  last post Jan 12th

Hi! I’m looking for a male actor (50-75 age range) who can speak Italian to record some lines of dialogue for a sequence in a feature film I’m making. Everything would be remote. Pay is $125 usd. Less than one page of dialogue total to be recorded. If you’re interested in audition please send me a DM and I’ll send you the sides!

how to find low budget movies by SxvenRings  •  last post Jan 12th

Hi! I'll start off by saying that I don't really have any interest in becoming an actor or anything but one of my dreams is to be in low/moderate budget slasher movies. For example, Terrifier and Terrifier 2. I just really want to have a chase + death scene of me out there lol. Is there any specific way to find places to audition or would I need to find an agent or look for places locally? I don't have any knowledge in stuff like this but I know I'd enjoy being a slasher movie and I know most don't really care too much about good acting (based on the thousands of low budget horror movies with bad acting).

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator  •  last post Jan 12th

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 at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. ​ For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.

How do you feel about actors who take on projects that profit controversial people? by QueenBitch13  •  last post Jan 12th

To give a specific example, Hogwarts Legacy is a game coming out soon where the previous lead developer made public statements aligning with JK Rowling's terf (trans-exclusionary radical feminist) views, the plot of the game follows the main character as they try to stop a slave revolution (very antisemitic coded), and JK continues to profit off Harry Potter IP such as this game and the Fantastic Beasts franchise. My question is, how do you feel about fellow actors (especially in large franchises like this where big names are attached) that take roles in projects like these?

[PAID] Looking for female voice actor who can fit these requirements by Rabiddd  •  last post Jan 12th

I have 14 lines I am looking to have read, two in an English accent and the rest in a russian accent. Willing to pay up to $400 through PayPal or Cashapp. You must have some kind of portfolio or example of how your voice sounds! DM for further info if interested.

What should I be doing to find roles? by spiralaxle  •  last post Jan 12th

So I know it's the fated pilot season and all, and not only that but a new year. And while I don't expect to book the next Stranger Things, I'm a bit lost on where my efforts should be placed. I have an agent, and I search for roles on AA/FB. (I was using casting networks and backstage, but canceled my premium subscriptions to them as I didn't find either very useful.) I'm just wondering if there are any databases of upcoming productions, casting directors that do a lot of open calls, etc. Anything like that! I'm definitely not an extremely seasoned actor by any means, but I strongly believe that practice makes perfect, and auditions are the best practice for me. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Best of luck to all in this new year!

When do you start getting pilot season auditions? by jettacfer  •  last post Jan 12th

I am a SAG-AFTRA actor with a NYC based agency. I’m wondering when I might start getting pilot auditions. This is my first time having an agent during this time of year and I know (and hope) it should start picking up because it is pilot season. I haven’t gotten any pilot auditions yet. What is the usual for this?