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Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Apr 14th
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.
Place to share experiences of working with companies by R_Erv • last post Apr 14th
Before Audition Update was acquired by Backstage, there used to be a page where actors could share their experiences of working with specific companies. It had all sorts of input like "they charge for housing" or "that city is no fun" or anything that could be useful information to actors who are auditioning or working for that company for the first time. Does that forum still exist, either on Backstage or anywhere else?
I wanna be an actor but my parents keep telling me no by michaelok1 • last post Apr 14th
I have a 4.8 gpa and my parents say they don’t want me to be an actor they say that nobody will hire me bc I’m black and why does it matter I told them that there are roles specifically for black people to play them and when I say that she calls me disrespectful and talking back I’ve wanted to be an actor since 5th grade
How to stop dwelling on whether i’m doing a scene “correctly” by katerwaulp • last post Apr 14th
This is my biggest issue!! I put so much stress and energy into saying a basic phrase “correctly,” or a certain bodily movement which in turns leaves my performance with less depth and emotion. I know how to read the script and think about what brought my character here, what she’s thinking, what she wants, her motives, etc etc. I’m good at that and I can picture a scene well but then in the moment I lose all trust in myself. I’m so caught up in the whole “do I have *it* “ as in “am I a naturally good actor??” for some reason and it’s driving me insane. I want to do this for the rest of my life SO BADLY but I get so stressed about whether I can just act well in the first place. Listen. I’m an anxious anxious gal and i’m wondering if anyone else has gone through this issue or has any words of wisdom
Want to leave manager, but contract doesn’t specify I can—is it worth trying? by act0rthrowaway • last post Apr 14th
Title says it all. I do not like my manager. As a manager—awful to work with. Claims I need to do all the networking, reaching out to agents/CDs and pitches myself… basically expecting me to take on what they do and pay them their percentage. The exact opposite of what I wanted for a manager/actor relationship. I also recently found out through the grapevine that they have a history of contacting people on their roster inappropriately…which was the final nail in the coffin with my business relationship with them. No I haven’t mentioned this to them. My contract ends this November, however I’m trying to get an early jump with new rep and I’ve pretty much never booked a single thing with this individual. Auditions do come in, however little bookings. November seems too far to endure this any longer, so I figured I’d reach out claiming that given the lack of booking and me wanting something more out of a manager, that it seems best for us to part ways. Obviously this would be written respectfully. I’ve had friends mention if they said no and tried to force me to uphold the contract that I should bring up their history…but that seems far too extreme and frankly cultivating bad karma. If the contract doesn’t have a single thing saying I can part ways, is it even worth trying to contact them? Any advice on what you’d do if you were me?
Wish me luck tomorrow by Autismdemigodof420 • last post Apr 14th
From Belgium, just made the decision to become an actor and thanks to “inthepicture” i have my first small role on a kids show. I was really sick yesterday but a little liquor got me back to normal. I know serious longtime roles u cant just audition for, so im doing a little extra and small roles to make sure I really like being on set. Instead of starting with an acting scholarship just too find out its not for me. So far here in Belgium the vibe on set is super chill. Not like the toxic hollywood working situations you hear about. Also just saying im a straight male so from my perspective hooking up with the person who cast me is just a win for me(not saying that did or didn’t happen)
Would Love Your Feedback On My Demo(s)! by CrazyMadge • last post Apr 14th
Hey guys, I just put together my first dramatic demo-reel, and an action-reel (showcasing moving action / stunts). I am looking for feedback on performance more than the technical cut, but so long as it's constructive criticism I don't care where you take your advice / feedback. A little about me, I have been acting professionally since I was nineteen years old (Currently twenty-nine). I am currently based in Austin, Texas. I have learned a great deal from wonderful mentors who I have always surrounded myself with, books and roundtable discussions. I've always wanted to be an actor since I was in the 4th grade. I can't stop thinking about it, I can't turn it off in my head. But acting has saved my life, and in by that I mean it has allowed me to develop an awareness about who I am as an individual. About understanding the world around me to a finer degree, and to open my mind to different ways of thinking. Identifying perspective and formulating the capacity to see others is a gift that I consider priceless.[www.TyMcLeod.com](http://www.TyMcLeod.com) Dramatic Demo: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvcPSZoimo0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OvcPSZoimo0) Action Reel: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZsZrF8Xa\_Q&ab\_channel=TyMcLeod](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ZsZrF8Xa_Q&ab_channel=TyMcLeod)
Website Providers by steifel25 • last post Apr 14th
Thoughts on who to utilize for establishing a personal VO website for marketing and advertising? I’ve heard about VoiceActorWebsites.com but wasn’t sure if there were any better recommendations.
Couple o' questions by -nereida • last post Apr 14th
☆Best country for Asian actors to get big roles. South Asian to be specific. Where is the market very inclusive? Situation in your country etc. ☆Opinion on Starnow, Actors access, Cast It Talent, Backstage (priority order and most affordable and effectiveness/worth). ☆Opinion on Rose Bruford College, London. And about going to drama school....is a foundation course better than formal degree training that might restrict my ways?
I think if more actors, believed they could be, the next James Bond 007 or the next Cat Women, they'd have more success. I'd love to elaborate. by TheBigDog81 • last post Apr 14th
Time for studio approval (waiting game is killing me!!) by db_333 • last post Apr 14th
Hey all! So last week my agent got in contact - I finally got a date check for a co-star role (2 lines) on a new show from a major streaming service, and to make it even better, those 2 lines are with an A-list actor starring in the show. My agent tells me that we're just awaiting studio approval. But this was a week ago today, and I'm just wondering if anyone has any experience on how long it usually takes for the studio to either approve or deny you, and hopefully make it an official booking? The waiting game is killing me, and I really thought they wouldn't take this long! They've given me a date range stretching more than a month, starting at the very end of April. Any thoughts? Either way, I'm just thrilled to get a date check, and to know the CD put me forward to the studio. It's a huge win for me, and I'm celebrating that regardless of what happens.
Casting director Erica S. Bream with an important message to actors by cranekicked • last post Apr 14th
Done with acting and filmmaking by throwaway02072021 • last post Apr 14th
Just deleted my Facebook that I really only used for looking at casting stuff. Going to drop out of the table read I was scheduled for this coming week too. I’m tired of working for free and only enjoying being on set yet hating everything before and after, especially waiting for months on end for every project to be sent to me for a reel that hasn’t even gotten me anywhere. I guess this is all just part and parcel of being an actor but this industry clearly isn’t for me and I can’t pretend anymore that things will just magically work out for me. I wish you all the best of luck and hope that you have more success than I did.
In need of help for standard American accent. by phungazikev • last post Apr 13th
Hello!! Hope we all good and well. I’m an Australian Actor and looking to zoom call or voice chat with someone with an American accent to help me with the accent!! Would be fun and amazing.
Too depressed to become an actor? by Saaaintniiiick • last post Apr 13th
I (f19) have been trying to break into acting for a while now, but it’s only the past year I’ve really gotten my footing. I am not part of an agency, but I do find a good bunch of casting calls every month and try to self tape. However, a lot of the time I have a self-tape due, I just can’t will myself to film it. Acting is all I want to do and I know doing so (ie. getting a role) will heavily improve my life, but I just am depressed most days to do anything. People with depression know that it is the hardest thing to find motivation or energy, and this includes doing the things you love. What are some tips to help with this? I have a self tape due soon but it’s just so hard to set everything and film, and because of my mental state I have a feeling the final result won’t even be good. I really want this role, but my brain is stopping me. I’ve been told I’m just in the wrong business and should just give up and drop out of theatre school (a literal director told me this lol), but I also feel I’m just in a particularly rough spot this time around. I know a lot of actors struggle with mental health, so let me know what you’ve found that helps, if anything. Tldr: I’m too depressed to film a self-tape, advice?
How to audition for TV Shows? by MtDewduck • last post Apr 13th
Following the release of the casting of Percy Jackson in the new Disney + show, I started thinking about ways I would be able to audition. I came too many dead ends, but this still made me start thinking about how I start to actually audition for things. Any advice or just normal help? If anyone knows anything about specifically Disney auditions, that would be great :) Edit: I think a lot of you think I’m a child actor, I just don’t know much about the TV world. I’m going into college for acting and will probably learn more about this soon, but just wanted to check if this could provide some information. Thank you for responding, good luck to all of you in future endeavors too. Sorry if that sounded passive aggressive, I should’ve put my age and some experience int his, but I just wanted it to be a short discussion.
Online acting classes to make connections and start networking overseas? by Tasty-Slide-9233 • last post Apr 13th
Recently, I was watching a video that was posted by Kurt Yue and towards the end of the video he explained that before moving to another city for acting, it is a good idea to enroll in some online classes so that you can start networking and making connections. I would like to hear the opinions of some of the actors in this community on whether this is an effective way to begin making connections overseas. I was also wondering if anyone could recommend me some great online classes that are in LA or NYC, as I will be moving to one of those two soon. I know Margie Haber has some and Scott Sedita does as well, but I would like to hear about more. ​ Video from Kurt Yue: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvgBQLLSK0Y](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IvgBQLLSK0Y)
Agent Hunt continued... by BigBadBootyDaddy99 • last post Apr 13th
Hi all! It's me again with better news. So my agent hunt is heating up a little. I do have have a couple of questions. First of all, I have been hearing back from some top agents in my region (southeast). I have 2 that have asked me for my location like a week ago and I never heard back after my answer. Pretty sure they looked at my stuff before asking so what's up with that? Finally, I have 2 agencies interested in me. After doing some research, I found that one of them is one of the very top agencies in the southeast and worth millions of dollars. Has great reviews online and from other actors who work or have worked with them. It's also my number 1 choice. I had a brief phone interview with the owner of the agency and it was quite pleasant. We talked about everything from the casting directors he has relationships with, to my branding, to what the market demand is now. He answered all of my questions honestly and was beyond professional. He understood exactly how I want to be marketed and said he could accomodate me there. I was feeling pretty down on myself before he called and little did I know that with the very few credits I have I would stand out to an agent of this caliber. He did tell me the market is in demand of my type and he is low on my type. I'm also wondering why the other top agencies don't seem that interested in me if he is? From looking at their rosters, they could use more of my type as well. It's baffling to be honest. This agent even had the confidence to tell me not to make a rush decision, take all the time I need, and to continue to talk to the other agencies and when I've made a decision to let him know. So this was last Wednesday (a week ago). I do want to sign but didn't want to seem too anxious. I told myself I would give it until this Friday, because I'm still waiting for some agencies I submitted to to get back. But if they don't, I'm signing with him. My last question is am I taking too long? I don't want to miss my opportunity here. I keep coming here with questions because this forum has been great and has always given me great advice. Hope I'm not being a pain. :)
How do actors steal from each other ? by dying-wolf • last post Apr 13th
Method Acting Question by salllllllyyyyy • last post Apr 13th
Hi - so happy there are no stupid questions on this sub! I am not an actor but have always wondered about method acting. My question is doesn’t every actor/actress method act? Isn’t that how acting is supposed to be - like you want to really get a feel of the character and identify with them so you can accurately portray them? I guess my question is what are other techniques of acting and what separates method acting from the rest? Thank you!