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Flexibility by GoogleMenu • last post Jan 17th
As an actor, how flexible is it in terms of remembering your lines. I’m sure it depends on what film it is. But on average I suppose is the best wording. Like for example, is it a no no if you say something like “I’ll try my best” instead of “i will do my best”.
Taking on a 9-5? by oz_mos • last post Jan 17th
Hello, not sure if this is the right forum, but I wanted to try to post here and see if I could get some support/advice/perspective. About me, I'm a 37 year old model and trained actor based in Philly. I have commercial representation here in Philly and kind of a mixed bag rep out in pittsburgh (who I have yet to book anything with). Long story short, money and my future have become pretty significant concerns for me to the point where I'm much more uncomfortable than I'd like to be. Things have slowed down considerably for me on the commercial/print booking side of things last year, and this year, things don't really seem to have changed much yet. That coupled with the state of the world today, and things that are happening in this country, ie the economy, are really beginning to spook me. My brain is in constant survival mode where I can't even tune it out and focus on anything acting related right now, and it's been that way for well, pretty much since the covid lockdowns. I bartend on the side to supplement income, and the money is okay, but I can no longer stomach doing it as I've been at my current place for going on 10 years. I was strongly considering pivoting and taking a tech bootcamp and (hopefully) work as a UX designer in a 9-5 role. More money, stability and peace of mind (and health insurance) I feel are necessary right now. I'll never let go of pursuing acting. It's my dream. It's what I want to do, but it's just not paying the bills right now. Was wondering if anyone else has been in this boat before? Is it possible to take on a 9-5 career and still pursue the dream? Or is this stupid and very wishful thinking. Also, I apologize for this being a jumbled mess. It's late and a lot of this sounded better in my head. Thanks!
is this a good cover letter for agencies? by kitkatlover2 • last post Jan 17th
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 an agent. This past year I was in six short films, and one play- three of which were lead roles. My current film, ‘TITLE’ is currently in pre-production. I am hoping to move into more professional work, which is why I am seeking representation. I’m actively involved in taking a variety of acting classes to continue to better my abilities. My headshots are brand new, taken December 2022 with “WELL KNOWN PHOTOGRAPHER” Having admired your clients and their subsequent projects, I would love to meet with an agent to discuss whether we would be a good fit. Thank you for your time and consideration in viewing my submission. I’ve attached one of my headshots, my resume, and links to my demo reel and Actor’s Access profile. All the best, Me My phone number My email
I find people asking actors if they are going to get big roles or only small ones really rude by New_Addendum_1709 • last post Jan 17th
I feel like people who are not an actor or even working in the field don’t really understand how hard it is to even get work , get a role, be a part of a project. Out of so many applications hundreds thousands and only cast one person for that role. It doesn’t matter you get a lead, a supporting, a small part, or even just one line speaking role, should be happy and feel lucky, I don’t answer their question
Take away by Putrid_Preparation_3 • last post Jan 17th
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. Technical aspects of film are quantifiable but the art as in acting and writing is a mystical gray zone. I've always wondered at actors - pros, newcomers, extras; what're their take-aways besides paycheck and employment? And what's the efficient and sensible way to work with actors?
I’m stuck in a bit of a rut - UK based actor by N_singh99 • last post Jan 17th
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 issues on their end it didn’t end up going through. I’m not too sure what to do now? On one hand I do love acting but the whole waiting game is just long and tiring and the fact that I’ve been doing this since I was 17 when there are people my age that went to my school who are getting jobs and work. I should add that the agency I was with was a joke. I was with them but they had to let a bunch of clients go during the pandemic if they didn’t have at least 4 credits. It was only after the pandemic ended they asked about rejoining again. I joined in the end but felt my agent on occasion would screw me about by sending me audition scripts that were 100+ pages long and told me I had 12 hours to memorise the script. It was a joke. So just need advice
I nailed my monologue!! by Thetreehasfallin • last post Jan 17th
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 was told by my teacher that we would be performing another monologue, I took it very seriously and worked until I knew it back to front. I know that this is probably a moment most actors have experienced, but I am over the moon! This was the most confident I have ever been while performing a monologue! One of my best performances for sure, I wish I recorded it!
i need help by Extra_Sandwich_1693 • last post Jan 17th
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 wanted to be a Hollywood star but i’m shy and i never talk about things with my parents i don’t know how to bring up this conversation to my mom i don’t want to start late but i’m scared i’ll never achieve it because i’m arab and they don’t like arabs that much and i have no idea how to tell my mom this cause she is the typical arab mom who wants her daughter to become a doctor or an engineer please help me i don’t want to give up on my dream
I want to act a scene from a tv show, but the two actors’ voices overlap by CloseCry6 • last post Jan 17th
So I can’t edit out one actor’s voice. What would be the other option? Record a friend reading the lines in character and/or do it live? Thanks!
LA acting class recs that aren't based in any sort of technique? by statueofglass • last post Jan 17th
Hey all! I'm looking for a class in LA (or elsewhere with an online option) that isn't technique-based. No traditional technique like Meisner, no made-up "technique for the studio", like where you have to buy the teacher's book and count beats. The actors just put up scenes, and get some feedback. I took a class with Jeff Seymour (a reddit fave) awhile back and I did enjoy that, but I'm scoping out if there are others in this similar category that I'm just not aware of. Thanks, hope you're hanging on out there!
20 SIDE HUSTLES / JOBS FOR ACTORS, SINGERS & PERFORMERS by TheActorsChannel • last post Jan 16th
At what point do I add a skill on a resume? by ohnose34 • last post Jan 16th
I’ve been training in jiu-jitsu for 4/5 months. Although I’m not like the best out there, I know what to do, what it should look like. I’m confident, but obviously not the best. Is it something I can add? I also have started lifting weights at around that same time. I saw on actors access that it’s an option to add. Lol can I pad that on my resume too?
Emotional Person But Emotionally Blocked Actor by Sillybillybunnyboi11 • last post Jan 16th
Hi friends, Long, meandering post incoming. I'm not sure if something like this has been posted before (sorry if that's the case!), but I wanted to know if anyone else has ever had this problem and can offer some advice, because I'm fed up and don't know what else to do or who to ask for help. I'm an extremely emotional person. I always have been (I'm a water sign after all!) I cry at least once a day: from feeling my feelings too hard, daydreaming about putting myself in other's shoes, or even just listening to music and singing. Case in point, crying is not something I'm uncomfortable doing. But as an actor, it's a totally different story: I get emotionally blocked, and then I struggle to cry. I'll do all of my packing/character work, and feel an emotional connection while doing it, but once I get in front of the camera or get onstage, there's nothing. So I continue to just connect with my scene partner/play my actions, but even then the emotion's not there. The most I can get is misty eyed, which then makes me try to push for more emotion, which just isn't good for anyone. I struggled with this all throughout my time in drama school, and it was frustrating watching my classmates be able to get there emotionally, when I could barely get my eyes wet. It always made me self conscious: especially as a female, where being able to cry always seemed to be the most valuable skill you could have as an actor, and everyone seemed to have it except me. I've finally started to audition for film/tv, and it's even worse. It's frustrating not being able to show that emotion when the script requires it, and it makes me feel like a terrible actor. I've developed so much anxiety about it, every time a script mentions having to cry all I can think about is how I won't be able to get there. And of course all the roles I seem to be getting auditions for require crying and tears, and I feel like if I can't get there during the self tape, how would I ever be able to get there while on set? I know that crying isn't necessarily required when a script says it, and that it's about coming from a place or truth, but I hate that I can't get there at all. I guess it's the perfectionist in me... So my question is, how can I learn to unblock myself and get to an emotional place when acting?I just feel really stuck, and even though my current teachers are great, they haven't really been able to help me. Does any one have any experience with this, or any tips on how I can get unstuck (besides learning to cry on cue, which hasn't been going well for me either.) Thanks!!
People who have worked as actors at Disney, is it worth it? by Junior_Wave6378 • last post Jan 16th
I’m a high school student and am starting to consider jobs I might find enjoyable to do when I’m older and in need of my own source of revenue, and I quite enjoy acting so the thought of working as an actor at Disney has always appealed to me. I do have a few doubts though. Is the pay tolerable on average, do they overwork the actors, is it even enjoyable past a certain point? If anyone reading has worked at or knows somebody who’s worked at Disney, tell me what it’s like and if it’s worthwhile
Voice Actor Identification by SaulidSnake • last post Jan 16th
Hello, not sure if this is the right subreddit, but this is the best I could find. ​ I keep hearing an ad for Drizly on a podcast I'm binging and I love/hate the voice of the voice actor who says "Ding-dong, it's Drizly", does anyone know who this is and if she does other work?
Just asking by love_acting99 • last post Jan 16th
Yesterday my friends and I filmed a little short film. I loved the acting part it felt so nice when I was just naturally acting. I also enjoy the writing part I like creating the stories. I also love acting different for each shot depending on if it's the master shot vs medium vs close up. The only thing is I didn't enjoy with dealing with all the angles. It felt overwhelming having to decide what angles to do next. Basically the behind the camera directing part was the part I didn't really like. But dk I need to like that to become an actor, or is my love for acting and dislike for deciding on angles two different things? I'm also super passionate about TV shows and want to act on major ones and write major ones and I even want to make one. But basically on this no budget short film I just felt overwhelmed because I was in charge of too many things and I only genuinely enjoyed the writing and acting parts of filming.
This is starting to stress me out by Saaaintniiiick • last post Jan 16th
I’m getting busy in terms of my acting career, which I really love. I have a solid resume going and I’m constantly auditioning. But I just have knots in my stomach lately. Im involved in two short films right now and they are taking place in a city I don’t live in (my parents do so I can stay with them). I have a table read this week so I am getting up at 5:30am to get a shuttle bus for 4 hours. Then this weekend I have the first short film, and then next weekend the next film. And I have callbacks that I think might clash with shooting so idk what to do. And I’m submitting to agents this week. I’m just so overwhelmed, and it scares me that I’m actually getting somewhere with this. Like I’m scared of success. I’m a full time student and starting to become a fullish time actor it seems. Plus most of my classes require attendance so I have to say I’m sick or something. It’s just all weighing on me. Does anyone have advice on how to deal with this all? I can’t help but just feel anxious and I want to get excited again. I feel like I need a therapist specializing in artists
How Can I Start In The Voice Acting Industry by DragonMan11 • last post Jan 16th
Hello I am an aspiring voice actor looking to break into the industry any idea on how to get started?
Will college help me?? by yah_boy_ali • last post Jan 16th
I’m about to graduate from high school this year and I am planning on going to college for acting and I’m wondering if it’ll help me become an actor on film? Such as getting roles.
UK based actors: How far would you realistically travel for a non-paid role? by Timeclones • last post Jan 16th
Hey r/acting - I'm a newbie to this industry. I did a lot of stage training in my youth and I've decided this year to finally delve into screen acting. The area that I live doesn't have much of a film/TV industry as it's somewhat rural without a major city - but there are cities such as Bristol, Reading, and London within a two hour drive. These are all within perfectly acceptable commuting distance, imo. Now, I understand I have to 'pay my dues' and such, and take on small (largely unpaid) roles within student and independent productions to build up a CV. I'm more than happy to do this to get my feet off the ground. However, I'm struggling to decide what my personal 'limit' should be on my ability to travel. ***So my question is - How far are you willing to travel without being paid?*** I'm really looking for a discussion here, because I feel like everyone will have their own answers depending on their lifestyle, work patterns, etc. So I'd love to hear your thoughts!