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Is MMG a good agency by Known_Practice1789 • last post Nov 13th
Does anyone know if MMG is a good talent agency for actors or have experience with them? Thanks.
How do you afford an agent? by lets-snuggle • last post Nov 13th
Hi! I know I just posted like 2 minutes ago about something else but I have a different question. How did you find an affordable agent? I’m with nine9, which I’ve just been told is a scam. (I’ll do more research on my own before I drop) but I really do want to become an actress. I’m not rich, so an agent I have will have to be affordable. Where do you find them? On a similar note- is discoveryspotlight a scam too? I have an audition in December with them, but I’ll cancel it if it’s the same as nine9.
Looking for another Voice Actor for my Minecraft Mod! by BitofaCatalyst • last post Nov 13th
Hey! I posted here a few weeks ago, and I am so glad for everyone who offered! I'm looking for another voice actor now! It'd be a bit of a 'whisper in the bushes' sound, preferably feminine, and I'll be wanting 10 sounds. Each sound will be like- 1-2 words so it's pretty easy. Paying $10!
Audition advice by SillyBilly369 • last post Nov 13th
So I’m a senior in high school and I am applying to the acting program at CCM (University of Cincinnati) and it requires a two monologue audition. I’m planning on performing a Cassius monologue from Shakespeare’s Julius Caesar but I’m a little stumped on what to do for the second. Now I’m aware for most auditions like this you should perform monologues from stage plays, however besides Shakespeare, I’m not much of a theater actor and I’m leaning towards acting in front of the camera. So for my second monologue I’ve thought about performing the monologue “Hark!”performed by Willem Dafoe in The Lighthouse because I adore the type of character he plays in it. Should I go for it or should I find another stage play monologue?
Do you think actors should be paid to audition? What other changes would you like to see when it comes to auditioning? by Pretend_Presence_323 • last post Nov 13th
Apparently in the original SAG contracts when it was very first established there was a stipulation about actors being compensated for auditions but obviously this has never come to fruition. Also in the past when we would audition more in person we would at least know that someone was watching our audition in the room. Now with so many auditions being self tapes I think it would be nice to have a way to see that casting watched the audition tape (in full). Any other changes you would like to see?
Do casting directors remember bad self tapes? by princezzofdarkness • last post Nov 13th
A couple years ago, I sent a really bad self tape to a huge casting director. I mean so bad that I’m pretty sure when editing it and uploading it, I forgot to cut out an irrelevant convo at the end with my reader (though might be possible they never watched all of it?). However, now I’ve been signed to my agent for almost a year and have done some pretty good commercials. I’m trying to work my way into booking work on tv and films but I’m worried that if I ever resubmit to that casting director, they’ll dismiss my work because of the horrible audition I’ve sent. I’ve sent them submissions through emails multiple times in the past for open casting calls but have only been responded once to send in a tape. Do casting directors hold that against actors or would they expect the next time the actor submits to the project they’re casting, they should have grown their skills?
I froze on set, my lines disappeared--help by Jhg178 • last post Nov 13th
"How not to freeze up on your lines is considered the infamous actor’s nightmare. . ." Driving home I remembered every line, every word. Fuck! Any suggestions?
Agent didn’t approve ecocast by AbFab22 • last post Nov 13th
I uploaded all of my files for my audition to Actors Access yesterday and normally my agent approves it right away and sends it off to casting. But they haven’t approved it yet or given me any feedback for changes. Now, I can’t get a hold of my agent and the deadline is approaching at 3pm today. What happens if they don’t approve the materials? Does AA just delete my audition and I miss out?
UK actors - can you search through other actors' profiles on Spotlight? by lovetempests • last post Nov 13th
I'm really confused. I thought those with acting profiles couldn't search or filter through other actors profiles on Spotlight, but I keep hearing that other people (even without profiles or accounts) can. I'm very confused. Can you only search through profiles if you have a casting director/agent account? Or am I doing something wrong/looking at the wrong place?
Tips for Learning Lines Without Getting Stuck in a Delivery by Critical_Might_3423 • last post Nov 13th
The headline was hard to word- so here’s an elaboration on what I’m asking: When I read a script for the first time- my brain likes to lock how I read it/ heard it my head the first time. For example, I read one of my lines: “Oh, my goodness! It’s such a pleasure to meet you!” Now every time I read it or deliver it I struggle with not repeating it exactly the same way with the same tone and inflictions. This is a struggle because reading for the first time, I’m not familiar with the context or the characters relationships and motives. This also feels very much like how if you watch a performance of a play you tend to get that delivery stuck in your head. Does anyone have any tips for this? -Chronic Overthinking Actor Thanks!
Is this a realistic goal? by BackgroundTop7827 • last post Nov 13th
I live in the Bay Area, I’m 18, I have some experience of acting in school. I’ve always loved it but never had the support from family. I always dreamed of being the next black Panther or one of the first black spiderman, or even becoming a character in voice acting or a random dude that dies 5 minutes into a film. Always, ever since I was a kid. I just wanna try to see if I can make it and enjoy it.I’m currently school in sf for cc , i don’t rly like school but Ik it’s something I have to do. I also pursue in modeling. I’ve had mother agencies but I never got any job postings that fit the criteria lol. I have backstage and actors access but It feels like I never have time with work and school to pursue casting calls. I plan to move to sf next year since I commute now. When I move I want to really try to get myself out there, no matter how busy I can be. I’ll literally limit work and schedule times for school around acting. I know starting with backstage and actors access, but really don’t know how. How everything works haha. Once I move I want to start going to some casting calls. Realistically how can I make my dreams come true?
Has anybody leveled up agents / managers in their 30s? by dogsarecool1800 • last post Nov 13th
i'm just really afraid i'm going to be stuck reading for co-stars for many more years than I ever thought. and it was hard enough to even get here. I was pinned 7 times in the past year, i've had so many repeats from casting, 31 offices out of the 67 I've read for have given me repeats, all major offices. I've come close so many times to booking but I still haven't. It's really frustrating. I just had my 161st theatrical audition. but now I'm starting to fear that because I'm getting older, it will be harder to level up to better reps once I do finally get some credits under my belt. I know this is just a fear and there probably isn't any merit to it. but I can't help but feel this way. Can i ask, outside of finally booking some co-stars (and better roles after), for those that leveled up agents / managers as you were getting older... how did you do it? I'm in NYC, not LA, but I'd really like to get a reputable bi-coastal agent eventually, as well as a manager with more clout to get me seen for bigger roles, as well as reps I can actually have a personal relationship with, discuss strategy, and communicate more intimately on a more regular basis. People that I feel like are actually really invested in my success and aren't just throwing me against the wall like spaghetti with a bunch of other actors. i haven't been in a class in a long time because of finances, so I never even developed a network of people / got referrals from actors further along / teachers, all of my reps have been from cold emails and 1 referral, so I feel like the whole act in a good class around working actors thing will definitely produce results in terms of quality referrals once I can finally afford to put myself in those situations. But, outside of that, for those that walked a similar path, how did you level up reps?
Problems with jealousy and the ability to actively listen by Abstract_Corduroy74 • last post Nov 12th
Last night, we were having a KCACTF respondent for our college Shakespeare show. He praised the actor who played Don Pedro tremendously. And this made me jealous. He praised their ability to actively listen and he could see the gears turning in their head and that the energy they were giving out did not falter once. This is an actor who constantly is praised for their performances (which I admit, they ought to be because they’re so good), almost to the point where people kiss their ass. As someone who struggles with being confident in my skills and abilities (especially my listening skills as an actor because of my inattentive ADHD), this set me off down a little path of jealousy and insecurity. The actor who played Don Pedro has also been nominated for many Irene Ryan awards during their time here at my University, and they even won the Irene Ryan scholarship for the region our school is a part of. Meanwhile I have not been nominated once. Now I’m not saying they don’t deserve it, but it makes me feel like she is far more capable than I am at acting in general, and that her skills are far more developed than mine, which makes me feel jealous and insecure. (Granted her role was bigger than mine, so that may factor into it, but nevertheless). Now I know I shouldn’t compare myself to her. We are nothing alike, so we shouldn’t even be compared to one another. But I cannot help it. I cannot help but feel a large amount of insecurity whenever someone doesn’t praise or just glosses over my work with compliments in favor of praising another person’s acting. And I can’t help but feel bad for being insecure and jealous. How can I not let the praise of other actors get me down and feeling insecure about my own abilities and skills? How can I develop my ability and skill of actively listening more, despite listening being difficult for me?
Looking for androgynous queer voice actors for a animated series by Bebobster1998 • last post Nov 12th
Hello! I'm Bobby, and I'm working with my friend vsrstuff. we are in the early process of the making of an animatic series about a witch boy who spends his daily time doing small tasks for the human town and learn magic! As for now we are not looking to hire just yet, but we do want to start working on the list of people we would like to get back to later. The main character is a 14 year old trans boy (ftm), so we were hoping to find an androgynous voice, preferably the one of a queer person as well. Since the episodes will be under the 3 minute mark, we ware thinking about 20$ per script paid trough PayPal, though it's totally negotiable :> If this sounds like something that interests you feel free to contact us through vsrstuff's email: [vsrstuff2@gmail.com](mailto:vsrstuff2@gmail.com) Please include some of your work. And I believe this is it :> Thank you for reading this far and have a lovely day!
Is this normal? by FrogFuzzi • last post Nov 12th
So I was able to score an audition with a larger theatre company thanks to my one of my friends who is currently working with them. But basically an actor dropped out and they sent me sides to audition for them. They gave me 4 days to memorize a 9 page scene where my character does 3 monologues. I’m also in the midst of doing another play right now so I don’t have all the time right now. Does that sound like normal for an audition with a larger theatre company?
Help! I just moved to LA. How do I find an agent? by AmountEcstatic69 • last post Nov 12th
I just moved to LA a month ago. I have a decent reel. I just graduated with an MFA in Acting. I submitted myself on Talent Link through Actors Access, but only got one bite. The bite was Johnson Talent Agency. They asked me to submit an audition tape. I did that, but I think they passed. Are there other ways to find an agent or manager in this city?
Disabled Actors by Tihnk-Tihnk • last post Nov 12th
How to direct theater actors for great screen performances by Fun-Bother-4890 • last post Nov 12th
I'm a film director. This is a problem I've had time and time again. I try normally to cast actors that have screen/camera experience. But sometimes I just can't, and I end up with theater actors. They are great, but they always end up telegraphing their emotions and tactics, even when I point this out to them. Is there any tip or exercise anyone can suggest? Especially if you've dealt with this same problem successfully (from acting or directing perspective)
What happened to young actors that were in famous tv shows a while back? Why didn't they stay famous in todays world? by Wespo_Lopez2 • last post Nov 12th
EG - cast of The office, Friends. And maybe the cast of Stranger Things after it finishes.
Voice Actor Needed For Youtube Project by LibraryforAurora • last post Nov 12th
I am doing a project on youtube, very similar to an audio book. I'm looking for a voice actor of the other character, a young adult woman. Don't have a huge budget, I can pay 25 dollars per video/chapter. Each Chapter is about 20 lines-30 lines. I will send a link to part of the first chapter or "script". The character is sarcastic a little bit, cherry, smart? Sorry my first time doing something like this, if you need more information please dm me. [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZtLNNbRxp8RHQZ2mBvHC2InmiGBrz3gf1nFff3Po-lE/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ZtLNNbRxp8RHQZ2mBvHC2InmiGBrz3gf1nFff3Po-lE/edit?usp=sharing)