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soooooo i need some help by 001_shine • last post Jun 26th
So i am 14 and i was looking to become a voice actor. Plan and simple are there any sites like LinkedIn that a 14 year old can use? i've tried LinkedIn but i have to be 16 so it's a no go. Also casting call club i have heard it's unsafe.
Director not updating who is called to rehearsal less than 24 hours away by ramen_lovr • last post Jun 26th
Just really frustrated atm, I have a small role in a local production of Much Ado About Nothing. Pretty small theatre, unpaid. I’m an acting student and was auditioning like crazy for something for the summer. This was the one that stuck and it’s actually pretty fun! However the director seems to be really.. unorganized. She’s also running summer camps for the theatre as well, and I totally get that it’s an insanely busy time of year. Usually the rehearsal schedule isn’t released until the week of, which really hasn’t been a problem until now especially since I’ve only been called to a few rehearsals. This week has been marked as TBA on the schedule (as to who is called and what we’ll be working) for the entire week, ever since the schedule was sent out. One of my best friends is visiting my hometown this week (I now live 3 hours away) and considering she lives in a different country, I really want to visit but have been holding off on making a final plan to see what the schedule will look like. It is Sunday at 11:45pm. The next rehearsal is scheduled at Monday at 7pm. I have NO IDEA if I’m called and no one else does either. I emailed the director earlier today just to ask politely if she might have a general idea what scenes we might be working and also who might be called to the rehearsal tomorrow night. I got a kinda curt, “I’ll know later tonight” type of response. It’s now almost midnight and no updates. I’ve been checking every hour to see if the schedule has been updated and also nothing. I’m just frustrated because I have no idea if I can visit my friend who I haven’t seen in two years because it all depends on the schedule this week. I also think it’s incredibly unprofessional to let your actors know they are called to rehearsal essentially the SAME DAY that the rehearsal takes place. I’ve been in many college/school productions and I’ve always known weeks in advance when I am called to rehearsal. That is the director’s job. Obviously this show isn’t the only thing going on in the lives of me and my castmates, and I feel I shouldn’t have to put my life and plans on hold (for something unpaid/nonprofessional) because the director can’t update the schedule in a timely manner. Thoughts?
Actors coming off like they're "reading" instead of performing? by SwimGood22 • last post Jun 26th
What do you do when your actor comes off like they're reading straight from a book, instead of a strong performance? My cousin has a short film with an actress I'm working with and I'm struggling to believe her character because it truly feels like she's just reading lines from a book. Does anyone have any thoughts to how to help an actor NOT come off with such artifice?
Chance encounter with big LA agent - would I be crazy to send him my materials? by oxelots • last post Jun 25th
Today I met an agent from one of the biggest agencies in LA. We met at an event totally unrelated to acting/entertainment - he has other business ventures and I’m working for an organization he wants to connect with. We were connecting on topics related to the event, and the fact that we have the same hometown and went to the same high school. He gave me his business card and I saw the name of the agency… I told him I’m an actor and we talked briefly about my training and how someone from my studio just signed with his agency. He was part of organizing the event so he was very busy and we must have been interrupted 5 or so times before he said he had to go do something and he’d be back to talk again later. The event ended and I did not see him anywhere for quite a while so I left. My big question is - would I be batshit insane to send him my materials or something? I know I’m not ready right now so it wouldn’t be for at least another 4-6 months. But I’d really like to hear other people’s thoughts, if this sounds like a bad idea or if I’d be crazy to pass up on this chance. Thanks y’all.
Getting started in a theatre? by ChicoTallahassee • last post Jun 25th
I'm trying to become an actor and performance artist. How would you suggest to break into the movie industry? Would theatre be a good start or would it be better to get started as an extra in movies? In my area is an amateur theatre looking for talent. I'm not sure which way to go. Any suggestions?
Should I ask my agent for recommendations for a headshot photographer? by Select-Persimmon-183 • last post Jun 25th
I was thinking it would be good if they've got a photographer they prefer their actors to go to, but I'm not sure if that would come across as me being needy or needing handholding. I'm not even sure if that's a thing talent agents care about so long as the photos are good. I do have a headshot photographer in mind so I could present that as an option so I wouldn't seem like I was asking them to do all the work for me. I signed with this agency a few months ago, I was sent one audition right off the bat and then nothing since - I'm assuming this is because I'm not in their target city but I informed them I'd be moving there soon which is why they were okay with signing me. I thought maybe this email would be a nice way to also remind them I'm going to be moving soon and bump me back up on their radar, since I've noticed they've been signing a *lot* of new people lately. Let me know any thoughts!
What type of actor is most appealing to agents right now? by Ok-Area-6990 • last post Jun 25th
I just want to start off by saying that I am very new to acting and have no on-set experience so I have no intentions to submit to agencies at the moment. My question is what “look” would someone need to have in terms of age/race/ethnicity/etc for agencies to even consider looking at an actor with little or no experience?
Experience by MaleficentSorbet4201 • last post Jun 25th
Finally became a working actor with various credits, how many credits and or general experience are good for booking constant work and getting reps interested? I know for a fact they love if you have film credits
What can I do to become an actor? by ladyshosh • last post Jun 25th
Okay, I know the title is super generic but here’s the gist: I am a software engineer in San Francisco and I’ve always wanted to explore acting and screenwriting. I looked up acting classes in San Francisco and it looks like the local theatre (the ACT, SF) has classes starting in Fall and I can apply as a beginner. I have no history of acting, singing or dancing, and I am painfully shy. The only thing I have going is a) wanting to explore theatre as a skill/hobby b) money and free time after work to do this. Can I do this? As someone with absolutely no theatre-y skills and really, just a desire to work in the industry, is that enough to apply at least? I am going to do that regardless of what folks say here, but I am hoping to find people like me, who basically started from zero, at a much later time in their lives (I am 30).
Really looking for advice by SlimersonP • last post Jun 25th
So, i'm 20 years old and never have I thought about becoming an actor because it was never something that crossed my mind. My parents are far from the film industry, my dad is in the finance sector and my mom likes to make jewelry and design fashion, so acting was never something that crossed my path, until right now. For some reason, I have this gut feeling that acting feels right to me, for as long as I can remember I've been good at copying characters I enjoy, I sort of embody them for a while till I find the next person I enjoy playing (Damon Salvatore from TVD, Tommy Shelby from Peaky Blindsrs, etc), I start acting like them, and I've been told that i'm a great liar (which is kinda like acting right?). It's weird because even though i'm young, I still feel like it's too old to start acting, and it feels so WEIRD to even think about trying to be an actor because I've always been less about arts and more about science/math. I'm 100% sure that everyone who knows me would say that i'm the last person to become an actor so it's weird. What advice would you give me? What do i do?
sound treatment on the go by -f3nn3r- • last post Jun 24th
Hi everybody I'm an on stage actor in my main job and got into VA during the pandemic. While the theatres where closed I built myself a pretty nice homestudio with a vocal booth and worked from home. But now I start to land theatre jobs again and was wondering what your pro tips are to ensure professional audio quality while on the road (in hotel rooms or theatre provided flats).
Can I find work in Auckland, Newzealand? by I-NV-U • last post Jun 24th
So, I (F15) will have to move to Newzealand from India next year. And yes, I'm an aspiring actress. I know about how it works in India (punjab) but in Newzealand... I don't know. And I'll be moving to Manurewa, Auckland. Manurewa is a major suburb in South Auckland, New Zealand. It was part of Manukau City before the creation of the Auckland super city in 2010. It is located 6 km south of the Manukau City Centre, and 26 km southeast of Auckland CBD. The suburb is bisected by the Auckland Southern Motorway. I know that ideal cities for actors are New York, LA, etc. But is Newzealand good? Will I be able to find work there? And also that I'll be in Manurewa. So if anyone knows about some agencies/casting directors/companies or anything there. And if you can recommend me to stay in India or Newzealand to pursue acting.
Is this agent legit? by Saaaintniiiick • last post Jun 24th
Saw a post in my city’s actors group on Facebook saying an agency was looking for new clients. The have a page on IMDB but only three clients listed (one of which was the guy who originally posted). The main agent is also the wife of the guy (it says she got her start by being his agent). They do have a valid talent agency license though. Maybe they are just starting out? I don’t know if it’s worth my while though even if it’s legit.
Crusty Shenmue by DrunkenWhiteMage • last post Jun 24th
Good Morning/Afternoon/Night! I was curious to see if anyone happened to know a way to recreate the old, sort of crusty sound that the earlier Shenmue titles had. For those unaware of what this is, Shenmue was a hidden gem of sorts on the Dreamcast that had you following the adventure of Ryo as he tried to find his father's killer. Throughout the game, you're meant to engage with a ton of people, as such the game is very dialog heavy- and with a shoe string of a budget, the acting in the first game is rather interesting. I'll post a link of some random conversations within Shenmue and hopefully someone will know of a way to recreate this type of sound. I'm not very tech savvy or know a lick of what it takes to be a voice actor, so this is more so a curious question than a serious or "dire" question. https://youtu.be/dJd764u8fMc
Base setup for beginner voice actors? by Blade40923 • last post Jun 24th
I really want to get started into voice acting, but my PC is ancient and kind of outdated is that going to be a major problem getting started i.e. using recording software and uploading? Thanks.
I’m Sag-eligible, I wanna know how you became Sag-E by Maleficent-Sky525 • last post Jun 24th
I’m Sag-eligible now. I got my first sag waiver in 2019 and just got my last two in May. I’m now SAG-E. I was a featured extra on a show in 2019, and I was a photo double for an actress in May for a Netflix movie. Please share your story of how you gained your status or maybe if you’re trying to get your 1st waiver, what are you doing to get one? Whats your approach? (:
Comic Monologue Recommendations (Woman) by epaulettesharkfan • last post Jun 23rd
Hello everyone! I am auditioning for Puffs for the role of Megan. She is a sarcastic goth type (think Jade West from Victorious) who has a dry sense of humor, and is cold at times. I need a comedic monologue (from a published play) in the age range of the character (15-19), preferably something that showcases that sarcasm. I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations? I have tried all the common websites, like Backstage's The Monologuer and a handful of others, but none of those monologues really feel right. Besides, I don't want something that I know another actor will come in and audition with. Any help would be greatly appreciated, thank you so much!
How do newer actors like Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Iman Vellani and Alaqua Cox get agents and then publicists and stylists/makeup artists almost immediately after booking their first role? by AbroadNo3135 • last post Jun 23rd
I've noticed that the new young actors in Hollywood already seem to have teams that work for them such as agents and legal consultants. Iman has said that Marvel asked if she had a lawyer when they flew her to LA and Maitreyi only got an agent while in the middle of auditioning for NHIE. How does this all work cos as someone who wants to pursue acting, I've always wanted to know what happens if I participated in an open casting call with no experience/representation
Actors on Actors videos? by cssndreishere • last post Jun 23rd
What are some Actors on Actors (or any interviews such as THR roundtables) that are a MUST WATCH for young actors?
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Jun 23rd
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.