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Commitment by Lisandro Boccacci • last post Mar 7th
"Working actors have to juggle a freelance schedule. you may say yes to a role that keeps you from accepting another. Or you may choose to break your first commitment in order to take the later-offered role. What's my take n that? Its better business to state your availability up front and honor your commitments. It's okay to not be available, but to say that you are and then renege on an agreement is just not cool. I'm certainly aware that it's just easier to make the plan and then, when something bigger, better, wow, comes along to accept that offer and risk killing the relationship with the people on whom you cancel, however, it is important to remember that you are moving toward the goal of being a working actor, attaining that goal requires years of building healthy relationships. keeping your word is key to accomplishing that goal" something I read I wanted to share. V4V? comment with you IMDB link I will visit, here's mine: https://pro.imdb.com/name/nm3849582
Hey so I’m a young teen who does local musical theater and wants to be an actor. by mollylikesfurcorn • last post Mar 7th
I always see kids and teens on movie and tv shows as well as broadway, and I’m curious what the next step for me is if I want to become an actor. I’ve been doing theater for almost 5 years and I love it with all my heart. I cant see myself doing anything else as a dream career. My mom says to just wait for college and stuff because that “makes it easier” but if I let her see that I was really serious about it, she just might let me start early. What are some tips to start being serious about acting at a young age?
Toronto acting group by Logan_the_wolverine • last post Mar 7th
Hello. I am new to the city and I was wondering if there is a group of actors or aspiring actors in Toronto in which I can join in. I would love to meet people in the same field and talk about it. If there is anyone let me know. Thank you
Creative ways Actors land Auditions by DriversPhotography • last post Mar 7th
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Online private agent appointments? by mrdnp123 • last post Mar 7th
Does anyone on here know much about these private agent appointments offered by One on One and Actors Connection? Has anyone had any luck or know of someone who has? Seems like a great opportunity to meet some great agents but can’t help but feel this is just a major money spinner
What are the "slow" periods for background acting? by SPELDWR0NG • last post Mar 7th
I'm a background actor in LA. I haven't been doing this long enough to know when the slow periods are. Are there certain months when you expect bookings to be sparse? Any months where you expect to be booking well? I'd like to know what to expect so I'm ready for it (emotionally and fiscally).
Is it possible for international students in US drama schools to find work there after graduating? by yellow_psychopath • last post Mar 7th
I understand that as a foreigner with a student visa, you can only study there but you can't find work. After graduating and before the student visa expires, are there any ways you can get a job as an actor in that country? Even with connections and mentors there?
why don’t present-day actors shave off their unibrows ? by doesitrungoogle • last post Mar 7th
i noticed a majority of actors nowadays keep their unibrows. a simple google search and barely zooming into their photos and you’re able to easily see many hairs in between their eyebrows. the reason i ask this is i thought that hollywood stars are expected to be well groomed, clean shaven; basically looking as handsome as extremely possible — and those little unibrow hairs on a majority of actors nowadays seems to go completely against the picture perfect hollywood look. have things changed recently that prompted actors to not groom and remove their unibrow hairs? is leaving the unibrow hairs, albeit not your typical super hairy looking unibrow, the “in thing” nowadays?
Looking for drama actors/voice actors for video game! by kojak6 • last post Mar 7th
Hello, as the title suggests, I'm working on a game that focuses heavily on the story and will rely on the performances of its actors. So with that, I'm looking for someone who has heavy experience within the dramatic acting world. Preferably someone who has acted in dramatic pieces before (stage, film, tv, other games). We have 4 characters to cast: ( 3 females who are POC and one genderless (and no ethnicity) character.) (Yes, you will be paid!) If you're an actor, voice actor, or both, and you think you would be a good fit, please send me a DM with your reel and we can go from there. Plus, if you live in the Los Angeles area, that's even better. (not required) (Hopefully, this is enough info! If you have any questions or concerns, go ahead and shoot me a message!)
Survival Jobs? by Fit-Factor988 • last post Mar 6th
What are some jobs that actors can do to pay rent & survive in LA? Any suggestions??
Recently joined SAG because of a network guest star booking now what? by imamakeitduh • last post Mar 6th
I notice I am getting less auditions due to my union status but what does this even mean? Any actors who have joined sag that fill this way. I was so excited at first but now I feel stuck.
Aspiring actors needed [mod approved] by cgoettel • last post Mar 6th
During the pandemic, I built a platform for actors to ask questions and get feedback from the esteemed in their craft. I’m looking for a few aspiring actors to try our beta (for free). You can expect to get private video feedback on your submitted acting work :) Years ago, I created a mental health app, and Reddit was wonderfully helpful in the early days. Any interest this go-around would be appreciated. Thanks!
Choosing small clips for actors access media by Fun-Share-130 • last post Mar 6th
I know people say to choose roughly 15 second clips of multiple different scenes for actors access, but my question is…how do you decide which 15 seconds to use? I mean..15 seconds is a really short amount of time… do you try and choose 15 seconds that show something super specific? Or 15 seconds of range in the scene? I don’t really know exactly how to word this haha but was hoping for others thoughts on how they chose which parts of the scene are best to put on actors access! Thank you:)
Actors who use Laban efforts: by DasherDiva • last post Mar 6th
What book or video series or teachers do you recommend? What in the script about the character tells you whether they seem to be Gliding versus Wringing? Is there a book that explains the clues that are in the text that lead to which effort would fit?
Acting classes in LA by yah_boy_ali • last post Mar 6th
Hello everyone, I have been wanting to become an actor for a long time but I need some classes in order to do so. Does anyone know any good acting classes in LA that they can recommend?
Audition process for Streaming Networks? by Both_Host_3040 • last post Mar 6th
Just curious, does anyone here have any experience on the audition process for big streaming services like Netflix for their lead roles? I know for network TVs it’s usually, pre read, audition, producers, then network and then studio test. I know in streaming they don’t make you “test” because it is not a pilot- so is it usually audition, callback, producers? or a chem read? I know each project is probably case by case, just very curious about the various levels we as actors need to clear, and if anyone has ever gotten that far, can share the info!
In Desperate Need of Acting Advice by Commercial-Check9890 • last post Mar 6th
I'm a 21 y/o actor who looks like a 16 y/o who found my love for the art late in high school. I want to be as invested in this community as those around me, but it's been four years since I've been on stage acting. I've auditioned for everything locally that I possibly can, even across my state. I have a resume and years of experience, I've taken and passed with flying colors college-level acting and directing classes, I've been on the technical side of shows, and I've had professional training from multiple professors and vocal directors. What the actual crap am I doing wrong if I haven't gotten so much as a callback within four freaking years? I'm so incredibly tired of seeing the same copy/paste "Thanks for auditioning, unfortunately----" emails. I've auditioned for two separate college theatres, a well-known community theatre, and a more professional theatre in my city. Around 43 shows collectively throughout four years, and absolutely nothing but half-hearted, emailed apologies. I don't want to see comments saying I should suck it up and move on. I want to know what I'm doing wrong. Actual advice is appreciated. I just need to know what's wrong with me that I literally cannot see in myself for theatre companies to practically avoid considering me for literally anything. Please help, I'm in desperate need of direction and advice.
Helping my son navigate college decision by sunshinedaisy1996 • last post Mar 6th
I posted a couple of years ago asking for advice for my son who aspires to be an actor. After much deliberation he decided to get a degree in theatre. We know college isn't necessary to become an actor, but it is the path he has chosen for various reasons. He has narrowed his choices down to 3, and I do not have much knowledge to help guide him in his decision. His final three schools he is debating between are UT Austin (BA Theatre Arts/emphasis in performer's process), Texas State (BFA Production and Performance), and University of Evansville (BFA Performance). As this point the financial aspect of each is pretty similar. He just want him to get the best experience and hone his acting skills. We don't know how to determine which school will be best suited to help him grow as an actor. Anyone have knowledge of these programs to provide an informed comparison?
Have on-set hairstylists ever mess up your hair? by yellow_psychopath • last post Mar 5th
I know as actors we're not supposed to be so high maintenance, but I'm just a little annoyed that on set hairstylists never seem to be able to get my hair right. On low-budget productions without hairstylists, I actually seem to look more presentable because I can style myself before coming. But hairstylists for film shoots always never really seem to understand my hair type, would spend a long time styling it and adding layers and layers of product until its stiff as rock and something of a mess, and then wonder why they can't style my hair nicely. It does affect my performance when I'm walking around set looking much different from how the crew saw me during auditions, and getting raised eyebrows. Not really inclined to add the footage into showreels too. Would I be too much of a diva to request to hairstylists to allow myself to do my own hair (under their supervision of course)?