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Any memorization tips by yobv123 • last post May 6th
I’m a new actor and just got my first role in a play (as a lead :) ) and have a lot of lines to memorize, if anyone had any tips or just how to even begin I would greatly appreciate it!
Black Actors Help!! by cheylatte_ • last post May 6th
I’m (23F) a young actress and am about to get my first professional headshots taken. Most photographers charge by looks so how should I go about styling my hair. As most black women can relate, I’m sure, our hair is a revolving door of styles but I feel like I should look like my picture in person? Or am I overthinking? Or should I go with the most current “marketable look” ie my natural curls even though because my hair is 4c, it’s not always a viable option to wear out like to a last minute audition? Please help! I’m about to drop a pretty penny so I wanna make sure I get this right
Solo gamedev with limited budget seeks advice by couldbeso • last post May 6th
I'm a solo gamedev. I want to make a game with voice acting. I've made quite a number of small, free games but now I want to try to make my first commercial game and I really feel that the project needs voice acting. The problem - very limited money; I'm a solo hobbyist gamedev who is hoping to perhaps make a little money with a first commercial release but there is no guarantee that I will make any money. I've been looking into various options for finding voice actors. As it would be a commercial project I have ruled out the idea of trying to find free voice talent (by posting on Casting Call Club for example). But I cannot afford to pay what I have seen suggested as the going rate for such work. So my question to people here is: Would you consider it acceptable for someone in my position to seek to recruit voice actors for a small amount of payment (perhaps $100 per finished hour)? This would fit my limited budget and provide opportunities for less experienced voice actors to gain some experience and credit in a finished game. Or would you see this is as exploitative and that it would be better if I didn't make the game or made it without voice acting? I understand that asking this question might provoke some strong opinions but please be aware that I am asking because I don't want to exploit anyone. If I could make the game as I would like and pay the going rate then I would but that isn't possible at the moment. Also this project is at a very early stage and I'm nowhere near the hiring stage. I plan to get the game pretty much finished with placeholder speech (either recording myself or using text-to-speech software) before I look at hiring anyone so please don't respond with expressions of interest right now. I just want opinions on the question above so that I can decide at this stage whether or not to continue with the idea of having voice acting in my game.
What are actors that have had addiction issues before and then choose to play a role who was addict? by watch1122 • last post May 6th
Do these actors stay away from roles like that? Obviously Lindsey Lohan wouldn’t take on a role like that right? Lol. Zendaya playing Rue works really well and she has no history of abuse. But is there an actor in the gray zone that would fit?
How do people react when you tell them you’re an actor? by GamingSuplex • last post May 6th
I get all kinds of responses but people respond pretty negatively to me. Always trying to give me their opinion on it. The most recent ones I heard were “That’s not a job until you’re famous” or “It’s pretty inconsistent, isn’t it?”
Hiya! Long time lurker looking to upgrade my setup by ClareBear • last post May 6th
Hello! I've been a voice actor for a long time and have been subsisting with a subpar setup- it's served me well, but I think a little polish could help me all around. I currently have a rode podcaster USB mic that plugs directly into my MacBook and I use twisted wave. I use half of my closet which is pretty well treated (as I understand that's more than half the battle) and set the mic and computer on a shelf. THIS part also needs improvement since mic placement is tricky. I had been looking at the NT1-a and the scarlett solo, but never bit the bullet because I got very overwhelmed about making the "wrong" choice (although I know it's all subjective). Any advice appreciated! Thank you!
Do I book out for something like this? by CaliforniaStoked • last post May 6th
LA actor. Just signed with a new commercial agent earlier this week. A few days later I got a call saying that I have an in person - 3rd callback/chemistry read - for a series that I’ve been auditioning for, for the last month, later next week. It’s an in person audition and mid day. I’m self repped theatrically. Would this be something that I inform my commercial agent about, so that I can book out for a few hours middle of the day? Knowing my luck, I’ll get a zoom or in person audition around that exact time, even tho 99% of my commercial auditions have been self tape. But we all know how it goes, when we’re busy on that one day... Let me know if this is the correct protocol. Figured If I do get a zoom audition or in person one that day, my agent can be aware and schedule it around that time? Better safe then sorry?
Introverted actors by Strict_Carpenter_661 • last post May 6th
Sometimes when filming scenes, my nerves, anxiety, low confidence and shyness prevents me from displaying my best acting abilities. Has this happened to anyone else if so how do you overcome this.
Tips on getting acting connections for teenagers? by mikosgf • last post May 6th
I’m not from the UK, but I’ve heard of the National Theatre Connections. I’ve always wanted to go but I’m not sure if they accept international students. I was wondering if anyone here can recommend other ways to get recognized as a teenage actor? Also! If anyone has any tips on being a teenager in theatre/acting, I’d really appreciate it! I’ve only been doing this thing for a year and I’m just really nervous about a lot of stuff. I’ll be going to college in a year and I still don’t know how to tell my parents about what I want to actually pursue.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post May 5th
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.
Trying to get into voice acting, any thoughts? by BrokeBraken • last post May 5th
Hi my name is Braken, I'm a 21m and I wanted to know what it takes to be a voice actor. I only decided a few days ago that I wanted to become an actor to build my self esteem but I honestly have no idea on where to start
Conflict of gigs, potentially silly questions- seeking your advice by JonnyDevious • last post May 5th
SO, quick (necessary) backstory- I acted as a teenager in some small capacities, high school plays/drama/improv/solo youtube projects, took a few classes in college, no huge amount of formal training or degree, but luckily I seem to have a strong natural talent and reasonable amounts of charisma. Unfortunately spent many years doing the survive through medical debt poverty thing to the detriment of dreams. Many moons later I'm 28 now, I have savings in the bank in the 10's of thousands range and I decided to take a serious run at this thing that makes me incomparably happy. I'm moving to LA in July from St. Louis, MO and in the mean time am trying to get all the student films, small roles locally that I can to build that ever so important reel/resume and hit the ground running in July. Thusfar I've been the lead in two student films. One will have some decent clips(comedy) but the other was literally perfect. It fit my typecast, I had a good script, and I got to do some really good dramatic, menacing monologues and physical acting that just turned out better than I could have ever hoped in post production. They really did a fantastic job of making me seem a stronger actor than I would have given myself credit for. So with that context about my limited resume I'm trying to make the right move here picking between two conflicting gigs. Neither is a sure shot but It seems highly likely at this point that I could book either (for the same weekend, and am being asked to confirm availability) a student short film in chicago, lead role, sort of Noir a noir bladerunner with some supernatural blade trilogy feeling elements OR a featured extra for a commercial in Indiana for a non-profit organization. The commercial will be aired locally at minimum and is headed by a well known CD. Both are unpaid by the way. The student gig seems to need some special effects for some of the stuff I've seen in sides thusfar and honestly that makes me think this might turn kooky just due to budget constraints. I'd still be just as excited about acting in it, but its value to me in terms of reels/resume might decrease. On the other side I have no idea if anyone gives a shit about being a featured extra in terms of resume work experience or reel and I am unsure how valuable the professional connection is. The gig is in Indianapolis and I'm headed all the way west. Sorry for the wall 'o text. If you have any thoughts or advice I would be very happy to hear it.
Could this make me SAG -E? by Charli247 • last post May 5th
Hi! I’m a non-union Los Angeles based actress. Last week I booked a principle role in a SAG-AFTRA iheartradio podcast (Voice Over). I was wondering if this will make me SAG - Eligible? I know that podcast are considered “New Media” and I’ve heard that New Media Contracts don’t count regarding eligibility. However, I’ve also read on the SAG website that it’s just the independent New Media Agreements that allow for deferred payment that don’t count for eligibility. Anyway, I was wondering if anyone on here might know or could at least explain it to me? Thanks!
any tips on how to have outstanding/groundbreaking performances as an actor? by Additional-Notice-39 • last post May 5th
I am a young (really unknown atm) actress who is also trying to make representation in this industry as a plus sized black women and with that I would have to have ground breaking performances to even be looked at so i was wondering if anybody could give me tips??
any tips on how to have outstanding/groundbreaking performances as an actor? by Additional-Notice-39 • last post May 5th
I am a young (really unknown atm) actress who is also trying to make representation in this industry as a plus sized black women and with that I would have to have ground breaking performances to even be looked at so i was wondering if anybody could give me tips??
any tips on how to have outstanding/groundbreaking performances as an actor? by Additional-Notice-39 • last post May 5th
I am a young (really unknown atm) actress who is also trying to make representation in this industry as a plus sized black women and with that I would have to have ground breaking performances to even be looked at so i was wondering if anybody could give me tips??
Percy Jackson Disney+ series casting update by cranekicked • last post May 5th
Remember that "open call" they put out to round out the lead cast of the Percy Jackson Disney+ series? The actress they cast for Annabeth has been a series regular on two shows, while the actor who'll play Grover got his first network tv role 9 years ago and is repped by Paradigm and CESD. Hard to see the open call being not much more than a PR stunt by Disney+. That said -- if you are a non-actor and this open call lit a fire under you and perhaps even motivated you to put together a self-tape, consider enrolling in an acting class! You didn't get your dream role, but if it deepened your interest in acting then it wasn't all for nothing.
Im looking for voice actors to narrate a documentary Im making by Texastankwatcher • last post May 5th
if you are interested send me an email colewilllingham367@gmail.com its not a paying roll because I don't expect to generate any revenue form this, and if I do I've decided to donate it to Ukrainian refugees
9 page sides due in 3 days other SAG actors please advise by BelleLabz • last post May 4th
Normally I would start working ASAP but I feel discouraged because… a) there’s a statement about “offer only” / “meeting only” actors (I am not at that stage) to communicate that with the CD…which indicates they will probably go with a name b) they want partial nudity for the role I’m auditioning for which I don’t feel awesome about c) the script is not very good tbh. I AM GRATEFUL FOR EVERY OPPORTUNITY ANDDD there are times where I wonder if others relate to this. Thank you.
Broadway VS Hollywood how are the expectations and standards different among industries. by RetailSlave5408 • last post May 4th
I feel like Broadway is much more exclusive and as a result more competitive. It almost feels like a pedigree. I just think of the people on Broadway who have taken unending performing lessons since they were 3 from dance, to movement, voice, improvisation, the modeling and headshots, having to learn music theory. It’s like training to be a pro athlete or an Olympian. Having to exercise your voice in addition to your body. Hollywood is a lot more looks focused, you don’t always have to have model caliber looks, but your appearance has to give a distinctive impression. As noted in the series, No Small Parts, an actor like Michael Jeter isn’t a super model (or remotely ugly if you ask me) but his general look conveyed a specific kind of character. I almost see this with voice too with actors like Jennifer Tilly, Kathleen Wilhoitte, or Glenne Headley. Those actors get a lot of work because they can work a role exceedingly well. What do you think is some interesting Food for thought about what both industries demand from actors?