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Can you guys watch yourself back? by Leopard_Narrow • last post Feb 18th
10 years ago i played a part in the pilot of a crimeshow i wass 18 years and didn't had experience. There where big actors in it to. (Big in my country). They really are good some did international work in film. One would say be proud of it. But i reel really shame for it. Cause i didn't had experience, my acting wass terrible. Are more of you guys who had this. That they fucked up a role and still became good actors later on.
I need your help by mattthemurdock2 • last post Feb 18th
So,I would like to become voice actor one day. I like to act and do voices of certain creatures,characters and so on. My absolutely favorite ones to do is orc (Warcraft,Battle for Middle-earth 2 type). I also do dwarves,regular human emotions and other stuff. I had few People tell me I do good job at imitating those characters. So,I would like to get some real critics about my voice and If I am really good. If I am I would love to get into industry,and there is another problem. I don't live in USA, so I don't know where to start. If someone from outside of USA can help me and tell me few advices I would be so happy. Thank you for your time!
(throwaway) Is this a little white lie...or something potentially bigger? by throwaway-EQUITY • last post Feb 18th
HELLO! I've never actually lied to get an audition or needed to lie in an audition room. But now here I am. Staring at a virtual EPA (infinite eye rolling) that has a breakdown for a character that I am SPECIFICALLY and UNDENIABLY perfect for. I don't mean "I love this character/this story/this director/they would love me" I mean this specific character breakdown fits me to a T in ways that it's not going to fit the average actor. However on the form they have "By checking the box below I confirm that I am a member of Actors Equity Association: \*Please note EPA's are for AEA members. We are currently not accepting non-union submissions for this EPA." Very clearly on the form. I'm eligible (aren't we all?) but have not joined. I feel I deserve to send in my tape regardless. How much of a bad situation could I end up in by lying on the form?
A…vent? Complaint? Plea for help? by Mattysanford • last post Feb 18th
Sorry if this comes off as petty or whiny, but just looking for some support and feedback from fellow actors who perhaps feel/have felt similarly. First off, I’m hoping to get some ideas on how to be less judgmental and more constructively critical of self-tapes. I’m catching myself judging and over-directing myself while performing, and then after the fact, while choosing the take, I’m having very unkind feelings toward myself and my performances. How do you find a more objective place to work from, both in the performance and when choosing what to submit. Subsequently, I’m feeling hella down on not having booked anything since September. I had four auditions over the course of the last week, didn’t feel great about any of them, and I’m trying to not dip into that emotionally cannibalizing place of self-pity. What tools do you utilize when toeing with feelings of disappointment and malcontent? Curious how we all cope. Side note: finally started listening to the Dead Eyes podcast, and what a hilarious, touching examination of rejection through the (dead) eyes of a working actor and his famous friends/guests. Recommend!
Best youtube acting class suggestions for a rusty poor broke but conservatory trained actor? by Actress_in_Training • last post Feb 18th
I’ve been seeing there’s a lot of acting classes on YouTube but they are definitely for beginners. I know all about technique and scene study and Edith Skinner. I know how to analyze a scene, memorize, find the intention or the objective of the character, and I know how to ask myself what do I want from another character . I understand raising stakes. I understand blocking and making sure to use specific motions and not to do certain things with my hands or my body language. I understand all the basics. What I’m looking for is to be reminded of the more nuanced things such as playing with beats, accents, and how to stay in character when technical things are in my way. Just certain things I need to know. Hard to explain because I didn’t keep training clearly. I’d love to have more advanced training. It’s been a LONG time for me! I’m back from 16 yrs of not training!!! But all the basics come back to me when I play with scenes. I know I have the talent, but I need more training. ?
Actor social networks are complex by nondescriptmammal • last post Feb 18th
Hey y'all. I live in Los Angeles, which absolutely plays a part in what I'm about to say because the industry is everywhere. How do you guys manage your social networks? The lines are so blurred between friend, colleague, boss, and employee. One second somebody's just a guy in your improv class, and the next, they're sending you an audition. Someone you met at a party later asks you to cast and direct a short their uncle is producing. It's really hard to know how to act sometimes, and how to have good boundaries. Anyone experience something similar, or have tips or dos/don'ts?
Voice actress Tara Strong's [née Charendoff] professional headshot photo from 1993 by Kagedeah • last post Feb 18th
How do you deal with typical on set distractions if you’re only used to stage acting? by Actress_in_Training • last post Feb 18th
How to stay in character when there is constantly movement, people setting up lights and mics, talking, shouting, or even talking to me while I’m trying to stay in character. I’ve never actually done anything but one film, but thankfully it was comedy and my role was super minor. I didn’t really have to get in my feelings too much. It was easy. But when it comes to drama I really need to focus. I’m not someone who’s the best multitasker and do lose focus when there is a lot of noise. I’m so used to theater all my childhood and teen yrs and into conservatory. I’m accustomed to an environment where I can be on stage and it’s extremely quiet except for us actors… It’s all my brain knows. The hush of the theater lets me focus.
Looking for voice actors and a narrator! by spiders_frickin_suck • last post Feb 18th
Hello! I’m starting up an audio book project around a fully fledged fan novel based in the warrior cats book universe. The story will be original and no characters from previous books will make an appearance, however may be referenced in legends and such. I’m currently looking for a narrator, preferably an older male reader however others are fine. I’m also looking for other voice acted character roles. Here’s the info Character: narrator Voice: an smooth male voice with no specific age required Role: narrates characters actions, however not characters thoughts, only the main characters will be read out. Character: Crimson Voice: a deeper male voice in early 30’s or mid to late 20’s Role: main character that’s followed throughout the story Character: Harlow Voice: an elder male who acts as a sort of mentor to crimson in a time of need. He has a raspy voice and a hearty attitude. Character: kicking’jacks Voice: a younger male (14-16) character who has a positive outlook on life and loves to talk. Role: main side character Character: lorn’paw Voice: a stern voice that commands obedience. (Mid to late 30’s) Role: a side character that interacts with kicking’jacks for a while. (More will be added soon but these are the main voices needed now) The project will be uploaded to YouTube and I shall go ahead and edit, write (along with many others) and over see the projects well being. It is preferred if you have discord as this would make contact much easier, however it is not required. Any and all profits made will be equally and fairly given to all involved and put forth to create better quality content. All money and analytics will be available to all involved, and all have the right to ask for updates at any time. This has been a bison long in the making and I’m really excited to have finally gotten it started. Feel free to comment or DM me if your interested or want more info, I’ll be happy to provide.
Just curious by Brianichols27 • last post Feb 18th
Never wanted to pursue acting, wanted to be a model, but I moved to LA (just for the vibe and mutual interest) &have lived here over a year and always get asked if I’m an actress, based on my personality. I know it’s an incredibly oversaturated profession. Just wondering if anyone else has felt this
Clubhouse! by FlyJai • last post Feb 18th
Hey all! I want to recommend Clubhouse to you guys. It's an app where you can join different conversations on literally thousands of topics if you dont already know. You do have to be invited but I can invite you. Doesnt do anything but help people join.Anyway, in the acting rooms there are agents, managers, and casting directors answering everyones questions. One of my friends got an agent just for asking a good question and getting the agents interested. They are legit agents, managers, and casting directors in the rooms. Ive been called in by almost all the CDs before. Truth from the horse's mouth. I learned SO MUCH. Ok that's all! Break all the legs! (Los Angeles based actor)
In search of Canadian voice actors for webseries by Justkeyframes • last post Feb 17th
Evening ive posted here before but reddits been a pain and theres been some changes to my project. So im a cabadian trying to secure a gov arts fund for a webseries. We are well underway at this point so its just a matter of time. Due to the nature of canadian funding crrtian funds require we have at least 80% canadian citizens on staff. So im primarily looking fir canadian voice actors. The webseries is an animated adult fantasy that focuses on mental health through the expierences of our characters as a sutble teaching tool. As such we cover some heavy subjects both relating to the realities (both good and bad) about mental health as well discussing elements of trauma. We have written 5 of the 12 scripts so we do have a list if people need to see that. We are in need of actors of all ethnicities as well as a nonbinary actor. If you are intrested comment below and i will contact you. It will be paid
Over 60 "Bit & Supporting" SAG roles for LEGEND OF BELLE STARR by Eric Parkinson • last post Feb 17th
Greetings Talented Friends - I'm honored to be directing a major western this summer in Oklahoma and Kansas called "THE LEGEND OF BELLE STARR." We have four MAJOR stars for the distribution presales - but will have a total of 68 smaller speaking roles (of which 60 are not yet cast). Principal Photography starts Monday, Aug. 1, 2022 for 9-weeks. If you are in SAG or SAG Eligible, please send a photo and resume to: EnterLinkMedia@gmail.com and I will get it to our L.A. and Oklahoma casting team. THANKS!
Feel like its never enough! by Carnivorehardy • last post Feb 17th
Recently I was cast as Clifford Anderson in Deathtrap and then set to play Elwood in Harvey right after. I should be happy?...right? But I feel like I suck as an actor. Even though I give it 100, I still feel as though I could've done better. Its community theatre so there are some individuals that are well known for taking the stage in my area. I'm not one of those individuals. I only really started getting involved within the last couple years or so. But I feel like everyone thinks I don't deserve the role and that tears my self esteem down a bit more. Any advice on how to really capture a character? How to show them that I really belong there?
Does Monster Acting experience count as a "unique skill"? by jackal567 • last post Feb 17th
Hello everyone; I've heard it said that actors should look for a "unique skill" that differentiates them from everyone, like dialects, combat training, etc. While I am looking for all of these things, I was wondering: Does years of experience in haunted houses count as having a unique skill? I've worked in them since I was 10 years old, playing leading roles in each and every haunt I've done since I was 16. I've played zombies, clowns, vampires, pirates, many different types of characters. But, with the reputation of haunted attractions being "lower" than traditional theater, does this count as a unique skill that could be put a resume or mentioned in an audition? Thank you!
What keeps your motivation to act? Professionally or just for Fun by Victuuriouseplays • last post Feb 17th
Im genuinely curious to see other peoples motivations here, I’ll answer myself. Where I grew up acting wasn’t prominent, you wouldn’t even get to take an acting class until high school, and they were not informative by any means; one of those schools that just threw a production in your face and let the students wing it. But I went to a summer camp when I was in 6th grade, and decided I wanted to take on a theater production that they had offered. I don’t remember the name of the show, but I do remember my character was “cara de girl” symbolizing a card girl, she was like a side narrator to the story and she was a spitfire ditzy character. I remember how hard it was to memorize lines, but I worked on it so hard every night because just the idea of being on stage in front of hundreds of people was appealing to me. When we performed the show, being a first time actor, I felt my nervousness as I shook on stage, but after a few lines— people laughed at my character. She was funny, and people were enjoying it! I realized after that moment, I really loved acting. Not because of the attention (although its nice), but because when you go up on that stage, you tell a story, you embody someone else, and you’re able to entertain your audience by taking them away from their own stress and burden. Thats what motivates me. I get to tell a story to someone else and help them get away from their own lives for awhile. Im in college now double majoring, and though I may not ever get to be professional, its still just really fun to experience:)
What skills could help actors with their mental health? by theshinyleopard • last post Feb 17th
And how can those skills be learned?
Looking for SF Bay Area performers for Once on this Island by yaykarin • last post Feb 17th
We at [Plethos Productions](https://www.plethos.org) are accepting video auditions now through March 19,2022 for our upcoming production of Once on this Island in Castro Valley, CA. There will be 6 performances the first 2 weekends in June. If you or anyone you know has Afro-Carribbean dance experience and is interested in participating, please have them reach out! We are casting 8 adults (16yrs+) and a couple children (8yrs+) We are a 501c3 nonprofit and looking for non-Equity actors. We are volunteer owned and operated with zero staff, but we do offer small travel stipends to all cast and crew. Details and signup are at [https://forms.gle/gxWRoGtH7Tsgxwi18](https://forms.gle/gxWRoGtH7Tsgxwi18) https://preview.redd.it/wma7z04fcfi81.png?width=3000&format=png&auto=webp&s=674091c3e970813688dbc0689af2d128962be4f0
To stage name or not to stage name by allifromwestva • last post Feb 17th
My question isnt about whether to take one or not- but is it too late? I am not represented, have been in only student films, been enrolled at an acting studio since this summer, had done a few CD workshops, am on Actors Access- is it too late to use a stage name? I plan to keep my last name and change my first. I never liked it and never thought it fit me, I always wanted something more unique and more of a statement.
Day in the Life Question - Hours of a co-star, guest star and regular / Single, Multi Cam, episodic (procedurals and half hour) shows and soaps by Sufficient_Candle316 • last post Feb 17th
Am hoping an actor would share what the typical hours are today on set for each of the various formats and how many months they run for both network and streaming. Is an episodic 12 hours five days a week every day for example for a regular and a still a 12 hour day for a co-star? Am wondering for co-star, guest star and series regular on each type of show what the hours actually are. Any comments from working actors is really appreciated. Thank you.