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Using Instagram to Brand Yourself? by qiesa • last post Jul 7th
I'm starting fresh on instagram again using my name. I'm 24, I like to act and direct. I took courses in college and my degree is towards that however since the pandemic, I haven't been able to kick start my career. I was wondering if I could use instagram as a way to promote and brand myself as an aspiring actress/director by posting reels and vlogs documenting my journey on Backstage/AA/CN? Any advice would be highly appreciated!
Best Acting Studio/Schools in Chicago? by Annual_Response_338 • last post Jul 7th
Anyone have experience with Studios for Actors in Chicago ? Which would you recommend and Why? Thanks in Advance.
Success, what is it and how do I get it? by cazwhiteley • last post Jul 6th
I read the posts on this community with interest. I work in the arts firstly I was an [actor](https://www.hardgraft.co.uk/free-low-pay/), then a [writer](https://www.hardgraft.co.uk/inspiration-will-come-i-found-mine-on-a-bus/) and now I produce theatre. I work in 'show' business, with the emphasis on the business. This is something the arts has a problem with, yes we have to be innovative, imaginative and arty, but we must never forget that to be '[successful](https://www.hardgraft.co.uk/how-to-be-a-successful-artist/)' we need to be able to carry on repeating the process and earn a living. I'd like to hear your thoughts on success and what being successful means to you all.
Hello I’m a new theatre actor by Royal-Change-2094 • last post Jul 6th
I’m a new theatre actor ( I mostly do film) I’ve done one play so far but it was a short one in a list of other short ones. I got offered the lead role for this full length play based off my performance from the first. Anyways I kinda get a little nervous thinking about putting on a play. I made a post recently about thinking about quitting this play but the director didn’t let me go easy but instead talked me into staying. The script on the pdf was about 100 pages so I’m not sure just how long that will be to perform. Anyways the director says for rehearsals we’re not gonna rehearsal top to bottom but instead we will rehearse all scene that happen in this location , then rehearse all scenes that happen in this location, etc. and she said she wants to give as much time off as possible. We perform in September and we start rehearsals in August. Is it ever normal to not rehearse from top to bottom ?
How much should I ask for as the voice of a podcast? by boxboothstudio • last post Jul 6th
The work will start unpaid. That's fine. I knew what it was when I signed up. Mostly doing it for fun. But producer did say that if they decided to monetize actors would be payed. But there was a sentence in the contract that says I waive any right to compensation. I'm not signing that until I get in writing that if they decide to monetize I get a percentage. I'm just not sure how much to ask for. Voiceover rate guides don't really mention podcasting ad revenue. Figured I'd ask here.
Will i ever make it as an actor? by coolkidO715 • last post Jul 6th
I am going to graduate from high school in around 6 months or so, I have planned to apply to a list of numeral Acting colleges and my college applications start in November. I have a decent amount of experience acting in short films and projects due to luckily my mother owning a production house and allowing me to learn how its like working on a set. I've always wanted to be an actor ever since I was little. I love acting from school assemblies to competitions I've loved doing them all, is always like to add to the background of the character I am supposed to be as it helps me become more immersed. My plan seems to be pretty solid on paper but I'm scared, what if I don't make it to a good college? Once I do that does not guarantee me jobs in the field, I'm Indian but I don't look like an average Indian I would say I look more white than most of the people here but don't look 'white' enough to be considered as a role for a white male. Now obviously that affects my chances right? Cuz when casting directors are looking for an 'indian male' character they are looking for someone more brown, however when they are looking for a white male they are looking for someone who is ethnically white so that would disqualify me from a few roles and how would I fit into a niche category for these directors to find? im sorry if this seems like a rant but im overall very scared as this already is a tough field and even though I love being inf front of an audience or a camera im just really intimidated by the idea of being out there alone, trying to make it as an actor.
Berlin people: Is moving to Berlin a nice idea? by Aromatic-Ad9269 • last post Jul 6th
I am an unemployed 24 year old actress in Portugal. Right now I am studying to get a plan B but I am so tired ot this country. Finding jobs in the creative scene is impossible!!! But not only in the creative scene. It is impossible…. Plus our salary is TERRIBLE. I dont speak german. But in 2 years I think I can start learning. I would love to share some ideas
How do you slow down? by BobJohansson • last post Jul 6th
I sat in on a webinar with a voice actor and did a read. While I was thankful to make them laugh with my delivery, it was repeated for me to slow down. How do you pace yourself?
Acting classes by botasqe • last post Jul 6th
does anyone know the best actors who do 1 to 1 acting classes
Casting Networks VS Backstage by TomKunzman • last post Jul 6th
Hey there. This may have been asked a hundred times already (I may have even already asked) but I’m curious… Is anyone finding more success on one platform over the other? I see Backstage has more roles aligned with what I want to be doing. I’m getting auditions via Casting Networks though. Just want other actors’ thoughts and opinions. Casting directors, please feel free to weigh in as well. Which one is more worth my money and time sifting through? Thank you.
People keep asking me if I’m an actress by TrueBarracuda8630 • last post Jul 6th
There have been multiple people (complete strangers and acquaintances at work) who have randomly asked if I’m an actress, or who say I should be an actress. Why would they say this without even knowing me? Is it purely a looks thing?
Stage name question by scorpio_libra_pisces • last post Jul 6th
My current last name is the same as a couple famous actors who used to be relevant 10+ years ago (no relation). I have been thinking about changing my “stage name” to my birth name (not a name I’ve ever used publicly as I was adopted as a baby)… however my birth name is Italian and I don’t know that I necessarily “look” Italian - I have dark blonde hair and am fair skinned, but my grandparents on my bio dad’s side were from-Italy-Italian. I look at some famous Italian actresses (Edie Falco, Drea De Matteo, Lady Gaga) and they’re all blonde.
Moment by Moment by myan_rauro • last post Jul 5th
Hey actors, do you generally plan out your characters emotions moment by moment, or just understand the scene as a whole?
A question about preparation by myan_rauro • last post Jul 5th
Actors, how do you know you’ve done enough preparation to fully play your role? You can prepare till the cows come home but when is the point where you trust you are ready?
Suggestions for finding an agent. CO or LA? by luckystar332 • last post Jul 5th
Hi everyone. I'm an actress living in CO. I used to live in Los Angeles but moved a few years ago. Currently, I have no agent. I have a manager and get maybe 1-2 auditions a year from them. Does anyone know if talent agents in Los Angeles would be willing to represent talent that live outside of LA? I have a good reel, including an Oscar nominated short film I worked in. Recently, I worked in a historical biography (I found the auditions via Facebook groups). I train consistently and practice, honing my skills. I love acting, and will never give up! I would love any guidance or suggestions. Would getting a talent agent in CO be better, perhaps?
How can actors work on acting? by Cold-Handle-827 • last post Jul 5th
When you play a sport you can always take private lessons to get better. But after those private lessons you can go to the park and practice your kicking, or throwing, or skating, etc. When it comes to acting you can also take classes to get better, but what is actors “going to the park?”
Kinda confused wit union stuff by Icee_Gaming_on_YT • last post Jul 5th
So based of the little bit of research I did. You can work union (SAG-AFTRA) or non-union. And apparently, in order to join SAG you have to work at least 3 days on a union project. So I guess my questions are. 1. Could I work for a union project on actors access like SAG even tho I’m not in a union? 2. if I get into SAG am I not allowed to work non-union projects anymore?
ADHD/acting prep by whathappenedtodanika • last post Jul 5th
Hey everyone! I booked my first recurring on a show and it’s the coolest role. My adhd is something I struggled with in university when it came to studying, and now it’s really affecting my acting prep- no matter how badly I want or need to prep something, I cannot seem to being myself to do it. A part of it is also my fear of not doing it “perfectly” and it’s just not a fun time. I know this is just how my brain works but I can’t help but be disappointed in myself and I refuse to feel like this for the run of the show. Any actors with adhd- please advise!!
What’s your dream role? by thedanielhd • last post Jul 5th
Hey guys, what’s your dream role? For screen actors and teather actors as well! Or even what kind of character you would like to be in the future? And if you already got it, who it was?
ELI5 What even is SAG? by pochidoor • last post Jul 5th
I’m sure this question gets asked a lot, but I’m literally someone that has no idea how unions work, and I’m extremely confused. Are these unions the same as like a working union as some people protest for? I’m just so confused. What makes SAG kinda necessary and what even is it? It says it’s like a group of actors but like I’m still extremely confused. Explain like I’m 5? From the beginning as much as possible.