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Should you submit self tapes the day they post? by Sketches-n-Drawings • last post Dec 23rd
I work full time with a varied schedule and due to that and often times unable to audition for a role that very same day but feel like I'm shooting myself in the foot by missing this deadline. Do most actors memorize and submit for roles the day the audition posts? Thank you for the answers
Which state would you recommend for a beginner? by Kirby_Stomps_Kratos_ • last post Dec 23rd
LA is really expensive so i don’t have any idea how i would be able to afford it, maybe new York? Atlanta? Im not sure where i could go, i really want to become an actor but im not sure where i could start
Anyone here still actively doing Casting Director Workshops? by rainbowsprinkles14 • last post Dec 23rd
Years ago, before the strict rules were enforced about not charging actors money to meet with CDs unless certain criteria was met, there were countless studios in LA with online calendars full of CD workshops you could register for. Now that most of them are gone, the only ones I really know about are Ace Studios, (LA) and TVI Studios, (LA) which is more about the ongoing acting courses taught by CDs instead of the one or two-hour workshops. I'm not opposed to either of those, but after hunting around online for a bit, I'm not finding many other places/services that have current CD's/associates from current/renewed TV shows doing workshops/classes. For those of you who actively pursue CD workshops or other ways to actively connect with casting for your targeted shows, which studios/services do you utilize? Thanks!
Getting very frustrated with training during the pandemic by MyFavColorisMauve • last post Dec 23rd
I started taking acting classes in the Spring of 2019. I believe my entire first year of training was a waste of time and money, because all I did was pick up and reinforce bad habits in an overpacked general acting class that had no real structure or focus on a particular technique. When the pandemic hit or when everything shut down in Spring of 2020, I found a private acting coach and they helped me shed a lot of my bad acting habits. This acting coach also encouraged me to start taking technique classes, so earlier this year (2021) I started taking Uta Hagen classes. It wasn’t until I started taking this class that I realized I had no idea what acting is about. No idea. But now I understand, and I have improved so much- and there is a lot more room for improvement. But I think I’ve become stir-crazy from the 2 years and 8 months of training straight. I thought that maybe since I’ve gotten better, maybe I could take an audition technique class and start auditioning. I talked to my acting coach about it and they advised that I complete my Uta Hagen training and then complete a Meisner Intensive (either a 6 month or 1 year course) before I take any other acting class. My coach believes I need to have a strong foundation in technique before doing anything else. That makes a lot of since but I’m so frustrated by this long time line. And I feel like the pandemic is making things go in extra slow motion. Are there any other actors who spent or are spending a very long time training before starting their careers? And I mean outside of university or conservatives. At this rate I’ll be 35 or older before I start auditioning and then in my mid 40s or early 50s before I really take off (hopefully) in my career. I know it’s never too late to start an acting career but I’m feeling very antsy and am very eager for the next step. Please advise. Edit: the private coaching and Uta Hagen classes have been virtual. The Meisner intensive will be in person.
How similar are actors/actresses to the characters they play in real life? by spankyourkopita • last post Dec 23rd
I think a lot of people assume they're just like the characters they play in real life but all they know is what they see on tv. We tie their identity to whoever they portray. Still its hard to tell, you wouldn't know unless you actually got to know them, and its called acting for a reason. Some actors seem like they could be like that in real life but I think many aren't. I bet many actors get tired of people thinking they're really like that character and need to make sure they don't lose themselves and become it. I just want clarity on this.
Apple or Android (I just started my acting career) by Alert-War-7740 • last post Dec 23rd
When it comes to acting, do others in the industry (Casting Directors, Producers, Writers and actors you may know ) use android phones ? Is it 50/50 ? some android,some apple? From what I read so far through some quick google searches, it seems like Apple is not only more used, It's likely you're going to get **looked down on** if you say/or pull out an android phone...but I could just be taking it the wrong way The samsung galaxy s22 is coming out soon...so ya, im just asking you guys this to possibly save me some embarrassment that i may come across solely due to my phone choice.
I want to act, but I don't necessarily want to be an "actor" by sickboy775 • last post Dec 23rd
Just wondering how feasible what I'd like to do is. I really want to be in low budget, B-Movie, horror type stuff (stuff like Sharknado 5, Camp Death, The Prophecy 4, etc). I don't really care about being a "serious actor" (no shade at anyone who does). As of right now, I don't even care if I get paid I just want to do it. I just think it would be a fun/interesting experience and something I think I'd like and do decently well at. I currently live in Phoenix, AZ so not a mecca but I don't believe it's completely devoid of opportunity either. I have basically no experience either (some small stuff in school, but not enough to really count for anything). Is that something that could be realistic or is my head in the clouds? I also have interest in doing voice acting, but currently have the money to set up a recording space at home.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Dec 23rd
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.
Never wanted anything more by Gjoetino • last post Dec 22nd
Ever since I could remember all I ever wanted was to be was an actor , but to me acting is being comfortable in your own skin cause how could u not like yourself and try to be someone else, it doesn’t work and a big part of holding me back from my goal is over eating, I’m not even fat but it more so affects my self esteem among other things, I’m not sure why I’m posting this maybe I need words of wisdoms, so say something mean, say something motivating, say whatever I just want out of this loop of a problem.
Skillshare VO tutorials by The_Cat_whiskerer • last post Dec 22nd
Has anyone done the voice over tutorials on skillshare - were they worthwhile? (I am a trained actor but new to VO and want to set up a home studio) I wanted to ask before I fork out for a membership. Otherwise any workshops / coach recommendations in London are appreciated. Thanks!
Are YouTube and TikTok the best ways to get started into your acting career? by EntertainerNo082798 • last post Dec 22nd
I am Dante. I’m an aspiring actor and storyteller hoping to get started on my dream job and I just wanted to ask if social media like YouTube or TikTok the best ways to get started into your career? Are there any examples and advice?
Online vs in person by DannyMartin8800 • last post Dec 22nd
Any opinions on In Person vs Online classes for a new actor? Also any advice for someone who is working a very busy 9-6 job that pays well to becoming a working actor? The idea of making that transition really freaks me out.
Voice Acting with a speech impediment by StillAssistance • last post Dec 22nd
Alright, so my speech impediment isn't the absolute worst. Since puberty hit, it's deepened a lot. I'm 23, and I had a squeaky voice at 18) I was a late bloomer, and my grandmother told me that I could make a good voice actor. There is only one problem, I pronounce words incorrectly to the point where I sound like I'm swearing. For example, sit becomes "sh!t". I cannot fix that however as that is how I was born. Should I let stuff like that hold me back?
How long have you gone without booking and what are some agency horror stories that we all can learn from? by synthmylife • last post Dec 22nd
I went 3 years with 2 different agents. One agent only got me 1 audition the whole year, while the other agent I had, while being green and ignorant, I paid $245 per year to be apart of the agency which only got me 6 or 7 student film auditions with no paid gig auditions. I am not really sure what I was thinking, I guess I thought this was how agents work and maybe there was something wrong with my headshots, demo reel or something wrong with my skills but after having a good agent for the last three years and having over a 100 auditions and having a hand full of bookings, I firmly believe these past agents just didn't know how to network, were lazy and just all in all were just bad agencies. I can't believe I spent 3 years being a part of those agencies but it was also my fault letting them be so lack luster and I guess in a way I was also being lazy, not asking them enough questions like, "why am I not getting any auditions and why are they just student films"? Also I might add, how are actors supposed to get better, gain more experience if the agent isn't doing their job for you? I can't stress enough that if you want to be an actor professionally please don't do what I did and let these type of agents, who are doing next to nothing for you, work this way. It should of never of gone for that long and I learned a valuable lesson and it made me a better actor in terms of acting as a part of a business and not just having talent. If you really want to be an actor, make sure you don't do what I did and let people waste your time.
Acting Classes are a Waste of Time by Electrical_Window243 • last post Dec 22nd
After having taken several different acting classes, at different schools with different techniques and different teachers, I've come to the conclusion that most acting classes are a big waste of time. The reason why is because you spend 95% of the class sitting and watching other people, then maybe if you're lucky, the remaining 5% of class you actually get to work. **In a typical 3 hour class, that means you spend 10 minutes actually working and 2 hours and 50 minutes sitting and watching**. Don't get me wrong, there can be value in watching others, but nowhere near enough to justify spending 95% of the time watching and only 5% working. I get why acting classes do this...it's so they can make more money, but it doesn't serve you, the actor. In conclusion, I highly recommend trying to find a very small and intimate class where you can spend a lot more than just 5% of the time working. If you have the money, a private acting coach would be even better. Once I ditched traditional classes and started working one-on-one with a private coach, my acting skills increased exponentially. What does everyone else here think?
Question about a canadian actor working in the states. by tair12345 • last post Dec 22nd
Hi so basically my question is, how rare is it for a canadian actor/actress to work on a major film or show in the states with no/ barely any formal training. I ask this question because in the past 1-2 years ive noticed two actresses ( maitreyi ramakrishnan and iman velanni) get such epic roles. Now for maitreyi what i could find about her is that she only did drama in high school in 1 year and got a huge netflix role, and for iman vellani she was part of a youth program in TIFF and got casted as a lead in a marvel show/movie . I also understand that one of the reasons that they got the roles were because of their ethnicities, but how is it possible to get such epic roles. Just curious is all.
I am in desperate need of help/advise by AndriZaMan • last post Dec 21st
Hi. I am a 15 year old boy/male who has been interested in acting since I can remember. I live in Iceland and would like to know, how do I get started, how do I land jobs. There are currently no acting classes or any famous actors in Iceland who are currently teaching. So is there anyway that I can start? Please if someone knows, you would change everything for me :)
Hot male voices wanted for adult audios! $125/hour starting rate by hereyesonly • last post Dec 21st
Hey everyone, Best Kept Secret is an adult audio community and we are looking for men with great voices and equally good acting talents to do voice acting work where you speak directly to the listener (mostly women) in seductive scenarios. The starting rate is $125/hour and once an established working relationship is there we increase it. One actor we work with is on $250/hour currently as an example. We provide the scripts/stories and do the SFX and editing, all you have to provide is the raw audio. There is no real min or max for the number of scripts you can do per month, it depends on how our audience reacts to them. You must be comfortable with performing adult material and content and you must obviously be 18+. Previous experience is not necessary. But stage, film or serious voice acting work/reels you can share are greatly appreciated. If you are interested please email either rob@yourbestkeptsecret.co.uk or Alexis@yourbestkeptsecret.co.uk for more details on a short audition process or drop over a DM. Cheers, Rob
Any actors with ADHD? by lainad • last post Dec 21st
How do you manage your day-to-day? What's keeping me from actually pursuing a career in acting is that the process to put myself out there is...overwhelming. How did you overcome it?
Interview with Actress Caslin Rose - We discuss getting auditions without an agent, the ins & outs of copy/credit gigs, SAG, when to join SAG and reasons not to join. by Nazagar • last post Dec 21st
Welcome to the WWSD Podcast; weekly we share discussions. This week Josh and Seamus hang out with actress Caslin Rose. Caslin has been working in the industry for over a decade and has appeared in many TV series and short films. She also has an awesome podcast Always Acting Up where she shares horror stories, successes, industry interviews and much more. We discuss how she started her acting career, getting auditions without an agent, the ins & outs of copy/credit gigs, SAG, when to join SAG and reasons not to join. We also find out about Agents, booking work, how to get into background work, why learning skills like editing is important, the misconceptions of the idea of "aging out", social media and how that plays into booking roles, and her Podcast: Always Acting Up. As always enjoy! [https://wwsd.simplecast.com/episodes/ep57](https://wwsd.simplecast.com/episodes/ep57) [Simplecast](https://wwsd.simplecast.com/episodes/ep57)|[Apple Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep57-actress-caslin-rose/id1541909628?i=1000545571135)| [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/episode/2CAC3OWfsmh0aSFlhJsac1)|[Google Podcast](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9WXzJNN1lYcw/episode/NTQ0ZTViODQtNjA1My00ZmZhLWFlMGYtZjZiNzY0YzU0NDlm?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjQidaD__T0AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ)|[Amazon Music](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zaW1wbGVjYXN0LmNvbS9WXzJNN1lYcw/episode/NTQ0ZTViODQtNjA1My00ZmZhLWFlMGYtZjZiNzY0YzU0NDlm?sa=X&ved=0CAUQkfYCahcKEwjQidaD__T0AhUAAAAAHQAAAAAQAQ)|[IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15935400/) Looking if you enjoyed the show, would you listen to another episode, how was the sound/quality, pacing, things you like/ did not like. Thank you.