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Hangover voice by Fresh_Floop • last post Nov 10th
Hi y'all :) My "normal" voice is quite high (at least that is my own perception), however after going out drinking and singing my voice is much lower (not necessarily raspy or husky). This clearly shows that my voice is able to have a much wider spectrum than I can access under "normal conditions". The effect unfortunately "wears off" after a couple of days, and I am not really happy being a method actor all my life (and drinking and shouting into a pillow the night before to "unlock" the lower voice). Anyone have any tips? I tried purposely talking with a voice as low as possible for prolonged periods, but it always narrows back to my usual range. Thank you all
New voice actor here, how should I start? by Cryogen2964 • last post Nov 10th
I’m a 17 soon to be 18 year old high school student and I’ve been acting and all that for most of my life, I have all the equipment and recording software I’d need for this but I’m not sure how I should format my demo tape or where I should start out like what platform would be best? Much thanks y’all ♥️
Any Auditions Available For Me? by loveshot_1 • last post Nov 10th
Hi. I’m 13F (almost 14), half asian (if that helps) and I’m an actress. I can’t seem to find any auditions for me at the moment for TV and film, do any of you know of any current big auditions or casting calls happening that fit my criteria? thank you.
Paid auditions? by ndrewsteiner • last post Nov 10th
Is it just me, or should actors be getting paid to audition? At least on projects with a decent budget. A lot of these roles take a good amount of time to shoot, memorize, edit etc... and the vast majority of the time there's not even a thank you for auditioning. We provide options and our time and effort, and unless we get the role, bubkas.
Script Feedback from an Actor? by bringmethebucket • last post Nov 10th
A Weird SAG-AFTRA/SAG-Eligibility Question? by roger_federer_goat • last post Nov 10th
Hey acting peeps! So I'm a non-union actor in New York. And while I was going through the process of being cast in a New Media Project, I remembered that I had done a Principal Role on a 2017 New Media Project (in 2019 right when I moved here). So even though the SAG-AFTRA Eligibility Tracker had always told me I was NOT SAG-eligible, I contacted them. They said that I am NOT SAG-E, but that the contract does provide a pathway to join, and I can hold onto the contract to use at any time and join (but once submitted, I'll have to join within 10 days). And I look at that I think - if I have this contract, can hold onto it indefinitely, and can join SAG at any point... is that not the definition of being eligible to join SAG aka SAG-eligible? Has anyone else had a situation like this with SAG? And does anybody know if being SAG is a big advantage over being Non-Union in terms of booking gigs? I've heard from some CDs that they rarely if ever Taft-Hartley because of the current penalties. It seems right now that I am not "officially" SAG-Eligible, and yet I've heard that's the sweet spot because it doesn't require the Taft-Hartley and you can join when you need to if you book the role and can do Non-Union in the meantime. Any advice or thoughts on all this?
Is this normal or a callback? by meetmeinthedaylight • last post Nov 10th
Last week I submitted for a project on Actors Access, then a few days later I received an eco cast invitation. So, I submitted my self tape a few days later, and today I received an email from AA with "revised sides" (which are entirely new sides)... is this a normal thing or is this a callback? I'm confused bc I haven't received anything saying where or when I should submit again or whether they actually want me to send a new self tape. I'm a new actor with no agent, so it's not like I know much, but this has never happened to me. So, I guess my question is... Is this common? Is this a callback? Or was sending me the new sides a mistake on AA's part?
Turning down roles due to sickness by Saaaintniiiick • last post Nov 10th
I got offered a part in a short that films in two days, however I have just come down with a pretty bad stomach infection and can barely leave the bed. I know I won’t be recovered in time for the shoot. Very luckily, I turned down the role when I was offered it- not after I accepted. Ugh, just sucks tho. Is this like, okay? I know “the show must go on” and that if I was actually in a proper film or show I don’t think think this would fly, but what’s the accepted standard for when actors are sick? (They did say they’re sorry I’m not feeling well and they’d love to work with me in the future, so I think this ones okay)
Has anyone ever won academy’s for best director and best actor (doesn’t need to be for the same movie)? by Emergency-Worry-168 • last post Nov 10th
I’m got curious because I know a lot of actors like to explore directing as a career option once they are no longer in their prime years. Olivia Wilde for one. She’s an actress, but her film Don’t Worry Darling garnered a lot of media attention (probably more so from all the onset drama, but nonetheless successful in the box office)
Looking for a VO Agent by Adam Sartain • last post Nov 9th
I have a Commercial Agent, and have had a VO agency in the past that got me tons and tons of auditions, but not a single booking. I've been told I have the talent by everyone I've met, and I've booked several gigs on my own, but I would like to take my voice acting career to the next level.
Why your auditions will get bad feedback no matter how good you are if you're not famous. by EGarrett • last post Nov 9th
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcuT4c4qCOQ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcuT4c4qCOQ) I wish every actor or creative person would watch this video, for their own mental health. It was made to talk about the book-publishing process, but it turns out that it applies in any field where you have to be chosen by the subjective judgement of others. Including auditioning. Unknown actors will get rejected and given weird feedback because we actually judge performances based on how we feel when we see them, and those feelings also include many other things like social momentum and influence, and without that the unknown actor's audition doesn't make the judge feel enough. The person' judging then guesses at why the performance didn't move them, usually producing some bizarre or irrelevant feedback. The video also talks about what happens when a new work, or in this case actor, actually does get through the process and what occurs in that case. Including shedding a bit of light on why nepotism and other random things are so incredibly powerful. This could potentially help you cut down the amount of time needed to get your first roles from maybe hundreds of auditions to dozens or less. But I'm not an actor myself, so don't take that as gospel. (Disclaimer: I may or may not be the person who made this video, haha)
What are good skills to have as an actor? by TypeAffectionate • last post Nov 9th
I’m looking for ways to broaden that spot on the acting resume, so I would love some suggestions.
UK actors: Do you think when it comes to your spotlight page, less is more ? by bustergaming777 • last post Nov 9th
Not sure what platforms there are in the US but I guess the same question could apply. I’ve seen pages of actors with like 8 headshots (same facial expression, different shirt) and multiple video clips. But I had a chat recently with my friend who’s an assistant with an agency and he said that really sometimes just 2-3 contrasting headshots and 1 showreel is enough, any more you risk overwhelming the person looking through it.
how to be a good method actor by RK__IS__ME • last post Nov 9th
Well wanna know more about method acting
If you've done background on a show you're auditioning for, do you still let them know you've been on that show? or does it not count? by Fantastic-Corgi1850 • last post Nov 9th
Audition for an actor role.
Looking for voice actor by MoonVibe_ • last post Nov 8th
$15 Its not that long (a few lines). I'm looking for that kind of commercial/promotional voice with some energy behind it.
Questions from a rookie actor by Positive_Vibez0 • last post Nov 8th
What’re some tips for people who are very new to acting? Are there any exercises that may be helpful (someone mentioned sitting in front of a mirror and trying to depict different emotions using just your face, such as anger, sadness, confusion, pity, etc. Another person mentioned videotaping yourself doing a scene to see your body language and how to improve it, and to start becoming familiar with camera angles). Are there any important skills we should start working on early on (for example learning how memorize stuff better to help with memorizing lines/scripts, or dancing to become familiar with your body, or accents)? Secondly, where do we start (aside from taking lessons)? Should we sign up with an agency for background work as an extra? Or become involved in community or student-run theaters? Lastly, what’re some potentially helpful topics to know? I have 3 full semesters of college left and am mostly done with my major (which is STEM-based). There’s only a few acting classes open to non-majors and I’m already taking them. But since I have plenty of room in my schedule and my options are limited, I wanna explore tangentially related topics that may supplement my acting education. For example, psychology sounds like an extremely valuable subject to have knowledge of when trying to better understand a character that you’re playing. I’ve also heard many famous actors say that having a wealth of “lived experiences” to draw inspiration from helps so much. So would taking a class in literature help? Or perhaps one in art history? Bear in mind that because my major is STEM related, I have close to zero experience in the arts and humanities, so maybe these non-acting art classes will help nourish creativity. I’d appreciate any input though :)
Looking for a actor by Defiant-Transition26 • last post Nov 8th
My name is sinthujan. I want to turn my screenplay into a short film, but I don't know any place to hire an actor. I'm looking for something that live in Toronto or close to toronto. Male or female is fine. The story is about toxic love.
Pursuing Writing as an Actor by Silvervioletflame • last post Nov 8th
I’m thinking about doing a masters or program for creative writing but I finally just got an acting manager! I’m not sure if this will take up too much time and focus. I feel torn from the ideology that acting has to be Plan A and that there’s no plan B in order to succeed. However, I feel like I want to immerse myself in writing again and connect to that community too. Any suggestions or thoughts? Has anyone else tried to pursue a degree while prioritizing acting? How was that like for you? Thanks in advance!
Looking for a voice actor by alpha25y • last post Nov 8th
Hi, I'm looking for a voice actor for my youtube channel. male/female all welcomed