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Getting Back in the Game - But Can't Find Auditions (NYC) by jlm792 • last post Apr 11th
Hi all. I just moved back to NYC from LA last month and I'm ready to get back into the acting game. I went to NYU and got my BFA in acting and then moved out to LA to pursue it about four years ago. Didn't have much luck in LA, and then COVID hit and I sort of took a step back from the industry. I just moved back to the East Coast and am looking to get back in the game here in NYC, but cannot find auditions. Like I mentioned, I went to NYU and lived here for two years post grad so I'm familiar with the scene. I'm on all the usual sites (Actor's Access, Casting Networks, Backstage, etc) but somedays there are literally 0 roles I fit on any of the sites. Are other actors feeling like this? What are you doing to get auditions? I've been in the acting world for the last decade, and while I did take a break the last year or so, I am very familiar with this industry. I've taken a million different types of classes and workshops (theatre, on-camera, commercial) both here and in LA and have professional headshots, a reel, and a BFA. However, I'm still non-union and my "type" is extremely saturated but I'm really not sure what else I can be doing. I'm going to be getting back into class next month and I've taken a couple CD workshops through One on One/Actor's Connection but they never seem to amount to anything even with follow ups and getting good feedback.. I know there's not much anyone can do, I'm just curious if others are feeling like there's a lack of auditions on the sites. Previously, I feel like I could at least find a few things to submit for everyday. I know the major appointments come through agents/managers but I haven't been able to find rep and feel like I need to freshen up my resume and reel with some new credits before reaching out, ideally something that is more "legit" but I don't know how to do that. Guess I'm just looking for any thoughts from any NY based actors.
Is Florence Pugh a good actor? by Jazzlike-Moment-6923 • last post Apr 11th
Is Florence Pugh a good actor? I’ve seen many mixed opinions on this
I want to be an actor, but I have minor appearance issues, among other things. by krb501 • last post Apr 11th
Hi, I'm in my 30s and I kind of want to become an actor, but I feel like my appearance would hinder me. I'm kind of fat, for one thing. I know we've got body positivity and stuff going on in the media, but I'm still self-conscious about it. I've tried to lose weight, but I have trouble starving myself. Plus, when I get back to eating normally, I just put the weight back on. It wouldn't bother me so much, but I present as female, so I look pregnant. Eww, gross, right? Also, I'm not super comfortable wearing makeup. I get acne easily, I think, and I don't want to deal with the maintenance that might come with wearing and removing makeup. I guess I shouldn't be that bummed about being overweight, but it's just the way the weight settles on me. I don't look like anyone I've seen on TV, even people who weigh significantly more than me because the shape isn't right; it's almost all in my belly, face, and neck. I'm also just not very expressive. I'd probably have to take acting classes to understand how people "act" naturally .... I was thinking about hiring a disability life coach, but I'm wondering if I should also consider hiring an acting coach. What are your experiences?
where should I move to? by bellafairyyy • last post Apr 11th
I'm an actor living in the north of the UK. I know that there's so much work down south, in and around the London area. However, so many people I know in the industry are making the move to Canada because of how much is now filmed over there. Would I be wasting my money if I moved to London, is Canada really where it's at instead?
Had my first paid live directed session today and idk how to feel by KobeKastle • last post Apr 11th
So this is my first live directed session. Up till now I’ve had like 13 paid voice jobs (not many) but I only send auditions in as a mean to see what sticks and where my skills are and if I find my skills are lack luster I get coaching. Overall I’m a very insecure actor and voice talent and think there’s no way I could EVERRR compete with the top players in the industry. My live session was immediate. They just told me what was what and said ROLLING
Ongoing solo professional practice by louisasnotes • last post Apr 11th
I have just finished reading a great book on Acting dating from about 50 years ago. Amongst the 'tops' were several exercises that actor can do alone to maintain their sharp edge for upcoming auditions and bookings. I'm interested to see what actors, here, do to 'keep their hand in' bearing in mind the restrictions of our craft.
Focusrite Scarlett Solo vs 2i2 vs Behringer QX1002 USB with Audio-Technica AT2020 microphone? by SpectacularLifeNoise • last post Apr 11th
I'm a complete newbie, but want to be a professional voice actor. I read a Masterclass article to get my equipment recommendations. The QX1002 was a step up from the $89 model and was recommended to use with the Blue Yeti. After reading some more, I decided to go with a condenser microphone because I can't completely sound proof my place. Leaning towards the Behringer QX1002. Anything I should know about it before I buy?
Network Approval? (What does it mean) by kkrs28 • last post Apr 11th
Hey guys I recently was told that I was being forwarded to the network approval stage of a production but I’m not really sure what Network Approval entails, or what that means for me. It’s for a titular role in a show so I imagine more steps will have to follow, but what happens after a network approves an actor? Is there typically more auditions, how many people usually are put up for approval? And is this like a penultimate stage in casting? Also what factors go into disapproval or approval? Thanks for any and all answers and sorry for throwing all these questions at you guys I have already combed Google, Twitter, and Quora :,)
Thoughts on Skillshare/ Masterclass VO courses? by Darth_Quixote • last post Apr 10th
I've gotten a handful of paid gigs over the years hobbying around, but I'm plunging head-first into it this summer. I'm a big believer in the "forever student" mindset, so I'd love a regular lesson schedule to keep skill sharp. Unfortunately, I'm priced out of most coaching. What are your thoughts on online VO classes from the likes of Skillshare or Masterclass? I don't mean if you've had direct experience with it. Would you (or a client) negatively judge a voice actor who's "training" listed classes from self-paced, online VO coursework?
New voice actor. Just passed an audition and I want to make sure the client is doing right by me. by boxboothstudio • last post Apr 10th
I passed the audition for a narration gig for a YouTube channel. The client has several semi-successful channels that range from 60k - 200k subscribers. They are trying to get another one off the ground. I'd be doing scripts around 2000 - 2200 words. He's offering around $10 - $15 a script, with discussion about an increase when the channel gets monetized. He mentioned also wanting to use my face on certain videos for around 30 seconds to give the channel more personality. I'm very new to the business. I'm not sure what I should be charging or even what this kind of work is worth. I was just looking to get some experience under my belt. What do you all think?
Talent Agency- Introductory email? by Failed2launch • last post Apr 10th
There is a new talent agency that popped up in my town. On their website, it says they are SAG-AFTRA affiliated and the best way to reach them is by email. My question is what should I say in the opening email? For example, "Hello, my name is Bob and I am a voice actor. Here's a link to my website, and to my demos. Thank you, and I look forward to hearing from you." Or another I was thinking about was "Hey, I'm Bob, I'm new in town. I saw you have some great talent on your team. My phone # is ..... and I look forward to hearing from you." Any suggestions or recommendations are helpful. Thank you.
Is it rude to suggest a director's last second change might not be a good idea? by ellebelle2580 • last post Apr 10th
The second night of a show I was just in, one of the directors decided to change how my final quick-change went, making it much more complicated. The night before, she had kept telling me to make it faster, so I did. So when she changed it, I told her I didn't want to add in extra steps and that if I did, I could not make it fast, and she seemed to think I was stepping over the line. I didn't say it in a disrespectful tone or anything. Is this just something actors aren't supposed to do? Should I just listen to my director even if it doesn't make sense to me? Her Telling me one thing one night and the opposite the next really stressed me out.
How do you make notes form watching other people acting ? For eg: let's say you're watching Streetcar Named Desire, how and what will be your notes about Marlon brando, which can/will help you in your own performance ? by dying-wolf • last post Apr 10th
I am really new, I don't know how actors watch others actors and what do they generally see or make notes of ?
Is it possible to become a famous actor while being open about using drugs once in a while? by Autismdemigodof420 • last post Apr 10th
Im just starting to get serious small roles in series and stuff, however now im getting a little more eyes on me im a little nervous about me being open about using ketamine once a while. I don’t think any director has checked my social media yet, otherwise I wouldve had a conversation about my social media and stuff
Am I too poor to ever become an actor? by Vixizzi • last post Apr 10th
Hello everyone, I’m 17(f) and I am wondering if I’m too poor to ever start acting. My mom is jobless (I don’t have a father figure to help with income either) and we barely have even 10,000 dollars saved. I can’t get a car because of it. I’m going to Nassau community college when I graduate because I have no other choice. I really want to be an actor, will this ever be possible? I also don’t have any other special skills other than my teachers saying that they think I’m good at acting. One plus is that I’m already really close to NYC.
What’s more beneficial: having more time or more space? by muhliza • last post Apr 10th
Hi there, I’m hoping to get some advice on what changes I should make in order to put as many eggs in acting as possible. I have tomorrow to tell my boss whether or not I want to quit. I’m currently 23 years old living at home with my parents in Seattle. I work three fairly flexible part-time jobs (I’m a graphic designer) that are stable and collectively good income, but it can be hard to balance them all. My co-workers are very nice/forgiving but I wish I wasn’t spread so thin so I can do my best work in one job. (Even though I want to pursue acting, I still care about my design work.) After work, I usually have acting/improv classes at night. Because of how busy work can get, I don’t always have enough time to prep and sometimes I come to class in such a distracted headspace that prevents me from performing my best on stage. I was hoping to quit two of those jobs so I can focus on one job as well as acting and comedy writing. However, I would probably have to continue living with my parents which can be frustrating. Just not a lot of privacy and the lack of quiet space to create work as an actor. Our relationship is alright but I sometimes think it would be healthier if I just left. Also, the idea of having my own space seems like it would allow me to be more creative and able to create work that could financially support me one day. However, I would need to keep all three of my jobs to pay for that lifestyle for now (Seattle is just expensive). — I don’t know what to do: 1. Quit two of my jobs and keep one. I might be able to find a dirt cheap apartment but I’ll probably have to keep living with my parents. More time to focus on my acting training and comedy writing. Flexibility to travel and do workshops in LA, since the job I want to keep is remote (unlike the other two). 2. Keep all three jobs, get my first apartment, and try to set firm boundaries with my jobs so I have time for acting/writing. I’m still worried that this won’t work out as planned and I won’t actually have the time. But this will be a new experience since I’ve never lived alone before. I could live near my workplace which would cut down on commute. Sorry this is a lot of info but I get so caught up in the different variables. Would really appreciate a little advice. Thank you so much.
Looking for advice…got into Juilliard BFA but I’m so anxious and scared by epicemmmi • last post Apr 10th
Acting is my passion and my dream. With all other complications of life off the table, I would dedicate my life to the art. But I never thought pursuing acting would be an actual option for me. For context, I’m 18, and I’ve spent my entire life up until this point preparing to go to a top college; I’ve been extremely focused on academics. I’ve spent all my free time in high school pursuing artistic extracurriculars but I always assumed I wasn’t actually good enough to make it as an actor. I assumed it would end up being a hobby. The thought of this was somewhat saddening, of course, but I had come to terms with it. This fall, I early actioned to Yale and was deferred. I decided to shoot my shot at some BFA programs, expecting very little but thinking why the hell not. I did a lot better than expected, with the biggest surprise being Juilliard. A few weeks ago I also got into Cornell, Duke, and Northwestern, schools I had been preparing to go to my whole academic life. My parents will support me with either choice I make, but I know they’re quite hesitant and fear for the instability of my future should I choose Juilliard. I know Juilliard is what I want, but I’m so scared that the harshness of the industry will ruin my love for acting. I’m scared that I will end up broke and regretting not choosing these top schools where I know id at least be able to support myself in the future. I wish I could feel confident in my decision, but even with Juilliard there are no guarantees and I feel like I’d go into school feeling this incredible pressure and fear of failure and regret. Any actors out there have any advice or words of wisdom? I would truly appreciate it.
Casting Director workshops by ActorWriter24 • last post Apr 10th
What are your thoughts? LA pretty much banned them unless you count Ace Studios. NYC is overrun with them. People claim you need to take them. I get auditions from CDs that don’t do workshops. VO actors swear by them and it seems workshops are a thing in the voiceover world. I’m just feeling conflicted on this topic.
What are your thoughts on Anthony Abeson and his classes? by Then-Muffin9229 • last post Apr 9th
I came across him through a cry on cue video and have looked a little bit into him. He has taught some A-list actors like Jennifer Lawrence and Ian Somerhalder. I plan on starting monthly classes with him this summer and even the prices seem reasonable. What are your thoughts on him and his studios? Have you ever taken a class at the studio? Any answer on this would help!.
Diversity in UK Acting by bronsonmcjohnson • last post Apr 9th
Hey people, just wanted to hear some stories about the experiences of diverse actors finding work in the United Kingdom! Are there notable challenges/benefits to speak of? Do you get typecast, and if so, how? What could a half-latino Australian actor (ie. don't really present as "white") moving to the UK expect from the British film industry in 2022? I understand I may be biased by the number of period dramas I see produced by the BBC here on Australian television, but it seems a lot of the roles out there appear to be geared towards your standard Anglo-Saxon. Which is totally fine, especially for those genres! Just trying to get an idea of what to expect when I move there later this year.