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Have you taken any acting classes? by SomeEpicName • last post Feb 23rd
I live in Hollywood and recently decided to reconnect with my childhood theater kid dream of being an actor, starting with comedy skits I've written myself for TikTok. Most of my friends have taken some kind of lessons at acting schools, universities, or community colleges. I'm considering [a program from the UCLA Extension](https://www.uclaextension.edu/entertainment/film-tv/course/acting-techniques-fundamentals-theater-x-4075). Has anyone taken any acting classes here or at any university extension program? Which ones would you recommend?
Drama School Zoom Audition Administrative Fuck Up by all-hail-elliot • last post Feb 23rd
Hello! I am a young actor currently applying to loads of acting schools in the UK. For one of them. I pretty well known one with a great reputation about their rigorous and awesome training. I was meant to have my zoom audition this morning at 9.30am. I did all my prep work yesterday and this morning. Logged onto the zoom link and waited. After twenty minutes, no one joined the zoom call. So I called up the school and said that I have been in the waiting room for my audition for a while. They reconnected me to someone else who said, oh sorry, the person who was meant to do your audition is sick. You are going to get a new audition date in a few weeks. How come they couldn't let me know once this person called in sick? Why did I have to call them to find this out? After my audition was to take place none the less. I feel like they stole my time and energy. And I am quite angry to be honest. And I am wondering how they handled the other people who were meant to audition today??? Random question, but did anyone here, by chance, also have the same experience today? Is there anything I can do to complain or so? I feel like they owe me my time back (which I know is impossible) or at least a better explanation than, oh this person is sick, sorry for the late notice, or something to make up for this fuck up. Anyway, this is partly to vent and partly to ask for an outsider might think of the situation. Thank you!
Perfect for newer actors asking what to avoid when looking for agents | Did I Get Scammed by Yelp’s Worst-Rated Talent “Agency”? by Food_Pre-Chewer • last post Feb 23rd
anyone know where there are classes for differently abled actors by nicholasbloom • last post Feb 23rd
i can't seem to find any close to me
Actions + Urgent Need + Lines = Brain Overload by niko_nam47 • last post Feb 23rd
Hi everyone! I am new to this subreddit and am in my second acting class in New Jersey. This class is called "An Actor Prepares" and deals heavily with monologues. I am really struggling with delivering an honest monologue by Chris Smith from the play "Killer Joe". I don't know if anyone is familiar with this play, but it is pretty dark and twisted, something I'd normally be interested in watching/reading. I can easily do a cold reading and recite the lines from memory, and I can also go through the script and determine the "actions" or "action verbs" in each of Chris's lines. However, when it comes to actually delivering the monologue, I get so caught up between remembering action verbs and my lines that I forget about the urgency involved. When I get into the emotion of what's happening, I forget lines and also slow down my pace considerably, thereby reducing the urgency once again. What's going on and why does my brain hurt? Are the action verbs only meant to be there as a mental exercise, and should my main goal be delivering the lines with my objective and urgent need? Any help is appreciated!! P.S. Plays are funny. Sometimes there is just not enough context for me to decipher how lines should be delivered, unlike, say, a novel.
Opportunities in Hollywood by MysteriousCase69 • last post Feb 23rd
I have a huge love for movies and I really want to be an actor and make it into Hollywood,but I'm afraid whether I will get enough roles in movies as I'm South Asian and I feel like Hollywood doesnt give much importance to us other than for the stereotypical roles! Like when was the last time you saw an asian person as the lead character in a movie??
Any good agents in texas? by Hot-Ad-313 • last post Feb 23rd
Hey guys! I’m a local actress in Texas and i was wanting to know if someone could help me find a good agent to represent me? Or where can i look for agents. Also! Any good agencies?
Personal Friends Who Made It by Cautious_Bank9661 • last post Feb 23rd
Who are famous actors/actresses (or anyone that is famous in the Hollywood industry) that you knew personally before they made it big? I love hearing stories about how people made it after putting in so much blood, sweat and tears.
I paid for a manager and agent. Here is why i'm happy I did. by ParticularPaper6095 • last post Feb 23rd
Back in 2016-2017 I was booking some projects here and there in my local area. None were paid and I just got rejected from one of the biggest talent agencies in my area (probably the only legit one in my area too). Around that time I was bullied in a actors/models fb group by a photographer because I asked why don't photographers (in my area) work with more plus sized models (im a plus size model) and he said to just lose weight and stop being lazy. A lot of people came to my aide and berated him and I got my first paid modeling gig from another photographer from that interaction. That made me feel slightly better but I also felt like it was out of pity. I was getting depressed and worse of all, desperate. I came across this talent manager that was talked about by a few actors for years. Most of them said DO NOT SIGN WITH THEM! ITS. A. SCAM. I kept that in mind and told myself to never do it. Ive read books, articles, watched videos and interviews of people falling for these scams so I knew better. So when I was looking for castings on Craigslist (i know SKETCHY) I accidentally came across their post. When I realized that was the manager after I submitted, I did not reply. But they did ask me if I wanted to do a background job. They needed more people that weren't on their roster. I said ok. I did the gig. It was fun, I met some models and actors that I worked with before and found out that they were signed to the manager. So I asked them about their experience. They said it was good and worth it. I also met the manager and they were nice. One day, I emailed the manager and asked for a meeting. I went to their office and thought they were "legit" because they had an office (so young and so naive). We talked about what I wanted to do and whatever (barely remember the convo tbh) and next thing I know..... I signed a contract with them. Of course I had to pay but I got a discount and my first payment went towards a class because they knew I really wanted to do this (so sweet right?). Now I thought this was meant to be because I wasn't working at the time but I somehow was able to get enough money to pay them on time. Something kept telling me this wasn't right but, how could it not? One of their clients was basically a local celebrity in my area. He was booking left and right, he got a few big gigs in LA and I watched one of his interviews and he credited THAT MANAGER for his success and he later moved to LA and booked even bigger gigs. He couldn't be wrong right? (He was actually really nice and helpful. He would post casting from Casting Networks that didn't require you to have a profile into the fb groups so anyone could apply. I got my first big audition from that but I couldn't go. Long story.) I got a few auditions from this manager and a few gigs. Also, that background gig I got from them when I wasn't signed with, they somehow were able to have me listed as a CO-STAR on IMdB. I thought it was weird but whatever, I needed credits. I only told 2 of my friends about this manager and I told them that I knew it was wrong. They were happy for me and still supported me but I REALLY knew it was wrong when I wouldn't even tell my actor friends. Those are the people who would literally understand me and help me out that most (I love my 2 friends that I told, don't say anything about them). Shortly, after I finished paying the manager, I heard nothing. No auditions, no meetings, no background gigs. Nothing. Tbh, I was happy. I didn't want to be associated with them. After that I said never again! Fast forward to 2019, I finally signed with a LEGIT modeling agency and I was so happy! I knew it was right because I actually shared it with everyone! There were pretty new so castings were few and far between but I paid nothing. I went to the agency and got my photos taken from a real Hollywood professional (his work is literally everywhere and he works with so many celebrities) but that was short lived because since the agency was new, it got hit the hardest by the pandemic. So 6 months later, all the models contracts were void because they were shutting down. We got to keep all the photos we wanted from them to continue on our careers. Of course I got depressed and again...desperate. Mid 2020, I got an audition request from either Actors Access or Casting Networks from an agency. They were holding auditions for new clients. Ok cool, I did one before in 2019 and I got rejected so I saw nothing wrong with it. I went to the audition and it had an office... almost like the office from the talent manager I was with. So bells were ringing in my head and screamed "RUN!". Of course I didn't listen to myself. I auditioned with other actors and models. They selected a few people for another meeting a few days later and I was one of them. I went to the next meeting and an actor/model that I thought was really good from my group was there before me. He was waiting for his turn of course. Once it was his turn, he went in and then QUICKLY LEFT! Those same bells were ringing. It was my turn. I went in, had my meeting and then boom. Got hit with the payment portion of the meeting. Everything was screaming run as loud as any voice but I was scared? Idk why I was scared to leave. So I didn't, I signed the stupid contract and had a payment plan. I thought it was worth it because I was getting classes(
Acting Classes in Atlanta by Mackie32 • last post Feb 23rd
Hi everyone! I'm a 17 year old teen from Georgia who has had a passion for acting for many years now. This year, I want to start taking acting classes but there are so many to choose from (Nick Conti's Professional Actor's Studio, Drama Inc, Catapult Acting Studios) And I am feeling quite overwhelmed. Could anyone give me any suggestions? Thank you in advance!
How successful would Mel Blanc (or a person like him) be in the modern age of voice acting? by TheGentlemanWolf • last post Feb 23rd
Quite curious, because one could argue that he was the one of (if not the best) voice actor of the 20th century or still is depending on who you ask. And I think he would be held in high regards in the modern day entertainment industry, but I'm curious to know what you guys think?
Am I SAG eligible if I’m abroad and in a SAG movie? by markowitty • last post Feb 23rd
I live abroad and was cast as a supporting role in a movie. We shot a few years ago. There was a well known American sag actor in the movie. I’m American…. if the movie was sag (I’m assuming it is because the actor who is in sag was in it), does this make me in some way eligible to be in the union? Pardon me if it’s a silly question. Thanks!
ACTRA Co-Op by CowboyBoomerang • last post Feb 23rd
I am getting tired of auditioning and not booking. Classic actor feelings. I've been writing a short for a little while and think I may wanna produce it within the next year. The only way to go about it without putting up a bunch of money is to do an ACTRA Co-Op. I am curious if anyone here has organized or been apart of an ACTRA Co-Op Production. I have taken a look at a few of the things to get it going, and it doesn't seem too intense. The cost of insurance is the only thing I truly know nothing about. I would love to hear any things to look out for or stories (good and bad) that you have been involved in or heard about.
How much would my tape titles influence my audition? by SammyXO7 • last post Feb 23rd
I had to submit a few tapes for a role last night on Actors Access, and after editing them and everything, I noticed this morning that the names of the files somehow went back to “My Movie #” for each of the 4 tapes. The deadline is past now for the tapes, and I feel like I blew the audition because of the names of the tapes. Is it likely I’ll be passed over because of this? Thanks in advance
I'm thinking about moving to Atlanta in a few months. Should I try to find an agent first? by GeoffreyOliver • last post Feb 23rd
The lease for my apartment is up at the end of June, and I would really like to use the opportunity to move to a new city with better acting opportunities and grow my career. My ultimate goal is to move to LA, but I'm trying to be smart about that, and I don't think that would be a wise move this early in my career (I say "early," but it's taken me 9 years of pursuing this to get where I am now). Atlanta seems like a nice sweet spot, even though I know they mostly cast smaller roles there. I asked a reputable Atlanta-based casting director about this a while back, and he said that I'd be wasting my time to head there without an agent first, but I've also heard from actors that it's hard to find an agent there unless you already live there first. I'm really trying to get the ball rolling on this, so any advice would be appreciated.
Let's talk about Wendy Alane by Hi-raeth_ • last post Feb 23rd
Okay. I followed a webinar of hers. She has a very sweet attitude and I've been following her for a long time. I thought, let's see what she has to offer. What she has to offer is ripping you of your money, making you look like a not professional actor, and she has a bad reputation in LA. If you're a BRAND NEW ACTOR who knows shit about the industry and find $750 dollars worth it to get basic knowledge - go for it. But you can achieve your acting goals in better ways. I just talked with my coach over this, I was thinking about buying the course but after doing some research, I'm happy I didn't. 1. Learn how to act. Take different acting classes, cold reading, improve, theatre, scene study, on camera, all. 2. Know your type, and make your headshots show each type. 3. You can create a demo real, but acting clips of about 25 seconds are what CDs will look at. Film them professionally. Don't make your slate too long, couple of seconds. 4. Get set experience. Learn how things go on a set. If you behave professionally and are kind, people will remember you. I am NOT a know it all. I just want to prevent others (like me) from almost making the mistake of buying a course that won't benefit them. Google is your friend. And your own healthy brain is. You got this, don't fall for scams. Act. You. Got. This.
Just got cast in my first musical as an adult (19M). Unfortunately, only as an understudy. by TomDuBois2002 • last post Feb 23rd
I've spent a month preparing to audition for "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee" . I showed up to both audition nights, which we were allowed to do. I gave it my all but still managed to botch 1 note in my audition song both times. I am grateful that I get to be involved at all but... instead I just feel... I don't know. I can't name it, but It's an awful feeling. I prayed throughout the audition evening that regardless of the outcome, I would be happy for the other actors. But I'm not. It's awful but I feel a pang of resentment, envy even. Its a horrible feeling. These other guys are really nice people. It's not fair of me to think this way of them. The director said that the understudy cast gets 1 performance out of the 7-9 that we're doing. Is it awful that a part of me kinda hopes the guy playing Leaf (I'm understudying for him) gets sick or isn't able to make it to just a couple performances? It feels awful just thinking about it. I should not be feeling this way. I don't want to feel this way.
[PAID WORK] Several actors needed for short-story podcast by rr_cooper • last post Feb 22nd
Hi, I'm working on a new podcast where different voice actors read short stories. Here are the specs for the job: **Rate:** $5 USD per minute of finished audio. **Size:** Each episode is around 1000 words or so. **Genders:** All **Audio editing needed?** No, you just need to record your lines cleanly and then our audio editor will take it from there. **Language:** English **Accents:** UK(All English, Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish), Ireland, Australian, New Zealand, Canada ,and Caribbean. **Delivery Time:** Flexible, no-rush. **Payment through PayPal** **How to apply?** Reply to this post with or message me a link to your portfolio, your favourite type of bear(brown, black, white, panda, etc...) and a way to contact you.
If saying "Macbeth" in a theatre is supposed to bring bad luck, what to actors do who, while performing the "Scottish Play", have to address or refer to the Macbeth character? (for example in a line like "All hail, Macbeth! hail to thee, thane of Glamis!" by amanano • last post Feb 22nd
Is that bad luck thing only caused, when "Macbeth" is used to refer to the "Scottish Play" but not when it is used to refer to the character? Or is it okay to use it while performing the Scottish Play but not at any other time?
I don't want to take this role... am I stupid? by throwaway-amiinsane • last post Feb 22nd
I've never booked anything major. A couple indies that I'm proud of but didn't get any immediate career traction for me. I recently auditioned for something that was presented as filming 1)In my home country 2)Used a different script than what they're shooting with (not too uncommon but hang on) I got a call back, it was fun enough, people were nice. They let me know they're filming mostly in Europe and would fly me out, initially this surprises and excites me, we chat, etc. I'm told the next day I have the part. YAY! Except. The movies these people make are horrible. D-Grade Hallmark movies. Movies that are a literal waste of time/money/resources. They are poorly written, shot, directed, acted, etc. Cringe. But they keep churning them out, they somehow make a small profit enough to keep going. I don't want to do this project, I didn't plan on having to leave my family for half a month to go across the world, but am I being spoiled? This is a lead. It pays well. My manager deserves some $$ after sticking with me for the last 1.5 years as I book ***nothing.*** I'm afraid she may even drop me if I don't take this. I have no known "career" to ruin... but couldn't this keep me from ever having one at all? I'm so stuck on what the right thing to do is. Should I do this movie out of obligation to 1)My manager 2)My bank account 3) The struggling actors creed to take any opportunity presented to me? Or should I have some artistic self respect and save myself from guaranteed embarrassment and unprofessionalism?