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actions: the actors thesaurus / actioning by redalienbaby • last post Dec 4th
I just bought actions: the actors thesaurus and I love it but when I try to actually employ the technique I find myself overwhelmed with the amount of options there are to choose from- have you guys found any ways to hone in on the actions that are most useful to your character / the circumstances of the scene? thanks!
How to encourage a young teen interested in acting by SirVincentMontgomery • last post Dec 4th
I mentor a group of 13 year old boys. We were talking about goals the other day and planning for the future. As part of the conversation, one boy said he wanted to be an actor. But when the other boys encouraged him with things like "the high school you'll be attending has an awesome drama program, you should join" or "you could totally do that!" he started up with a defeatist attitude say thing things like "I don't know anything about acting", "the program is really hard to get into, everyone is already really good", "I could never do it". I want to encourage him to really go after it if it is something he is interested in. I want to be a voice that would override the negative voices in his head. I also know that acting is a lot of hard work and I'm not sure how much of a realistic picture he has of what being an actor looks like and the amount of time needed to hone a skill and craft like that before having a realistic chance of being in a movie, etc. I've given him the basic "if it is something you want you should go for it. It will be hard work but if its something you love it is totally worth it." I've also said "being an actor is something you should go after if you love acting, not if you want to become famous." I would hate to see this kid not go after something just because he doesn't think he could do it. Do you have any thoughts or tips on how to be an encouragement to this young man?
Do you work on acting every day? If so, how? Do you think it’s valuable? by hypercatalectic • last post Dec 3rd
I think you can see two stories of someone working tirelessly on their craft each day, especially in acting. Think monologue work, self tape practicing, character study and beat work. Watching shows they could be in etc. I also think there is value as an actor and ignoring these completely and living life how it is and simply observing. Lately I find that the way I learn the most is doing projects. Not really anything of substance from solo work. Does that mean to make your own projects? What do you do each day?
Career advice by Iceycat1234 • last post Dec 3rd
Hello Reddit, I just received my first contract from my first agency this week. I’m planning on signing shortly. I want to continue to self submit so this pertains to the related question below. Anyways the advice I need pertains to self submitting. I’ve been self submitting for over a year and a half now and booked decent student films, unfortunately a lot of the times the footage was not given or the footage was of poor quality. In other words I’m not too proud of my current reel as it doesn’t showcase my talent and skills in a good light. But I’ve been given a real big opportunity with an agent in Kansas City. (I travel in Arkansas, KC, and Dallas. Based in Arkansas and Dallas). The question I have is do I sign up for actors access despite not having a solid reel? I’ve been on backstage and have been scared to sign up for AA because of my reel. What do you think I should do? I’d love to continue self submitting but I feel I’ve outgrown backstage right now and would like to try the more serious site IE actors access. Any advice would be great!!
What's are some of the biggest repercussions voice actors have faced for leaking content? by killagazilla • last post Dec 3rd
I'm aware that most of the time, VAs who leak content often simply lose their reputation. I'm curious though, are there any notable instances where leaking a project resulted in huge repercussions for the actor? Or anything related to the project honestly (of course including the leak itself.)
I am a foreign actor wants to get into a drama school in UK ! by Last_Refrigerator731 • last post Dec 3rd
As I mentioned, I am an actor from South Korea and supposed to apply for several drama schools in UK. The list is here. <Foundation> 1. Guildford School of Acting 2. Rose Bruford College 3. East 15 Acting School 4. RADA <BA> 1. RADA 2. LAMDA 3. Guildhall 4. Central 5. Arts Ed 6. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland 7. Royal Welsh 8. Drama Studio London 9. Guildford School of Acting I think getting a residency and an agent would be the most important things after graduating. And I am not sure I can get it. Seriously, do you think I can get an agent in US or UK even though I fail to get a place in drama schools or get into one has low reputation? I do wish to work as an actor for film in foreign countries.
Other than for advertising, is there any reason why massive production always hires actresses/actors over professional VAs? by E_Oxypetalum • last post Dec 3rd
Sorry for the arrogance since I am not in the industry nor do I know much about VA. Appreciating voice acting has naturally been a big part of the enjoyment for me when I watch shows or play a game. But I noticed that big Hollywood production animated movies seldom has any professional voice actors in them. An example is League of Legends' Arcane in which they did not use the voice actors from the game for the show. I understand that professional actors/actresses have the ability to voice act as well, but other than to sell tickets off of recognition, what reasons are there that VAs are not cast for big movies?
Who is the best "acting coach" on YouTube? by grumpycoffeee • last post Dec 3rd
I can't afford acting classes at the moment and I don't like the way actors "act" in my country (they seem way too emotionless or fake at times),so I'm thinking of starting with lessons on yt. Which channel do you recommend?
Aspiring British Actor by Snoo92419 • last post Dec 3rd
Does anyone have an advice on how to get acting / extra work. My names Lewis and I'm a young aspring actor.
How to put 1-1 sessions on resume where you worked on plays? by Missmoneysterling • last post Dec 3rd
I have done quite a few 1-1 sessions with an actor working on plays, including Arthur Miller and Shakespeare. I'm not sure how to word that on my resume. Help?
Previous submissions on actors access by Jarvisjkj • last post Dec 3rd
Does anyone know if it’s possible to download self tapes from past auditions on actors access/ eco cast?
Questions/Thoughts by lassxact • last post Dec 3rd
(sorry about the length) Hi. I'm a 15 year old girl living in Greece. Whenever I watch a movie, a series, behind the scenes videos, actors on talk shows, etc, I get this feeling I can't really explain, and a huge urge to act. I've been daydreaming about being an actor for years. I know this is basically every teens dream and I've tried telling myself that I probably won't make it but I still think about it every day. I've never really acted before so I know it's stupid that I'm set on becoming an actor but I've been thinking about it for so long and there's no other job I feel would make me happy. I'm extremely shy and anxious but the 2 times I've acted in school plays felt amazing and I felt so free! However, for a bunch of reasons, I can't take theater classes and my school doesn't have a drama club or anything similar. Greece doesn't really produce movies, and theater actors are underpaid, so I was thinking that maybe I could move and go to college in the US, take theater classes there, hopefully find a stable job and pursue acting until I can make it my main career. What's holding me back tho is the fact that it's gonna be extremely expensive for me to move and I'll have to leave family and friends behind. Also, I'm mostly interested in tv/film and not theater so there's no guarantee I'll make it and I'm kinda scared. If I stay in my country I'll probably have a more relaxed and stable life, I can take over my parent's business and make a good income. But if I manage to make it as an actor, my life is gonna be a dream. I've been thinking of living in another country anyways ,though, so I guess that even if I can't become an actor I'll just do a normal job there or something . Anyway, I don't really know anything about acting though so I was wondering how I could learn (in detail) about it and also the process of becoming an actor (I've read the FAQ). Like, how do you find a manager? How do you get "discovered"? How much experience should you have before going to auditions and can you get casted if you don't have experience? And, what's your thoughts on my "plan"? Lastly, and please be brutally honest, is there even a chance I can make it or will I end up regretting this?
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Dec 2nd
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.
SERIOUS, ACTOR'S WAGES QUESTION. by Red_Rum_One • last post Dec 2nd
Ok, so, let's just hope I can make you understand what I'm trying to ask here: when a show goes into syndication for example Frasier, Seinfeld and the likes, what are the practicalities for those actors to receive their checks at the end of the month..?! Meaning, how much do they get paid and on what basis? Do they get a certain amount depending on how many times they have been shown on cable or television that month or do they just get a flat fee at the time of first releasing the show and that is the end of it? I surely hope I made myself clear, because I have been wondering this for ages and I can't seem to be able to find any sort of answer on the internet and believe me I tried this is my last resort so please guys and girls and everyone in between please please help thank you in advance !!
Need advice: toronto actress with Chinese accent, met with a top agent today, and got rejected because I don’t have a “perfect America accent” ? by chloekeh • last post Dec 2nd
Hi guys! Today I finally met with my dream agent, he reps some of the most successful actors in Hollywood, and always been encouraging to me. We first talked 2 years ago, he asked me to work on getting a North America accent and become a permanent resident in Canada, and then come to him again. Last week, I sent him all my demo and scene studies, he said he now WANT to meet me. So, today, we finally meet via zoom. and from our conversation, I feel like he’s really good at what he’s doing, knows the industry well. Our meeting was 1.5 hour. It was going well until I sabotage my audition by forgetting my lines. ( I thought it was just gonna be a quick chat, that’s what he said in the email, so I didn’t prepare for a audition). Then he told me I’m not ready. And said email him again when I have a “perfect America accent” He said “what’s the point of me signing you if you can’t get work? It’s a business. I make movie stars” I already know he has a reputation of being harsh, but I also think that’s probably what make him good, and I want to keep getting better, so I thought having a agent who’s always straightforward would help me improve.. But I’m also confused. If he watched all my tapes and decided that he “Want” to meet with me, he should already know what I sound like and my accent, and in the beginning of our meeting, he said lots of his clients have accent too so it’s not a big deal to him. but after I failed my audition, he said contact him again when I have perfect America accent…. Because right now when he closes his eyes, he only hear a Chinese person. So I’m confused is it really because of my accent or Becuase I sabotaged my audition? Also, jimmy O yang from Silicon Valley has an accent, sofia vergara has a strong accent in modern family, Ronny Chieng and Menger Zhang from shangchi, they all have accents but successful… Why is agent still only taking on actors who only sounds Americans? Is there absolutely no roles for me as long as I still sounds Chinese?
first background gig in major feature!! by bunnyxbee • last post Dec 2nd
just a few weeks ago I decided background acting was another thing I'd like to try someday. I added it to the list of "Things That Would be Neat, But That I Probably Won't Get the Chance to Do." now just a couple weeks later, this week I've had the pleasure of working as a non-union background actor for a big netflix film!! it's definitely not on the same level as acting, and I have no lines, but it's still SO cool to be on a professional set (even though all the days I shot so far I either wasn't used or wasn't in the shot...) and I've definitely learned a lot, even if I've only had in total around 10 minutes of being around the director/principal actors. Even though acting (preferably with lines) is my passion, this has given me an even deeper yearning to be in front of the camera (I come from a theatre background); just being on a hustling bustling set I feel has ignited a passion in me.... I'm scheduled to film one more day, tomorrow. Here's to hoping I make it in a shot or two! Also—a question for fellow background actors: what constitutes as a credit on, let's say, imdb. Do you have to have a line to be on of those people listed as "Jane Doe (Uncredited)"? Or like a prominent amount of screen time with no lines? Was a bit confused about that.... Thanks!
Booked an agent. What now? by Dr_GoodHead • last post Dec 2nd
Hey fellow actors! As the title suggest I’ve just successfully been signed by my first ever agent and I’m now feeling a little bit lost on what I should be doing with myself now? I used to spend time everyday looking at castings on spotlight and applying for various roles. Now that I have an agent doing that on my behalf is there something else beneficial I could be doing with my time to help further my career? Just feel with the spare time I now have I should be using it in a productive way. Love to hear if anyone else has felt in a similar way and how they dealt with it. Thanks!
Anyone NOT in LA & NY ever use talent link? by Nateddog21 • last post Dec 2nd
I live in Atlanta and just wanted to make sure if I should sign up or go for the more expensive backstage.com Or Should I use actors access
Voice lessons by Brave-Baseball7581 • last post Dec 2nd
I am a 15-year-old girl looking to become a voice actor like Zach Aguilar in my future. I live around LA and I’m hoping to find lessons and anything that can get me exposed to this kind of work. Does anyone have any advice of what to do and where to get lessons from either virtually or in person?
Looking for feedback on my new demo reel by Spoonfed11 • last post Dec 2nd
[Demo Link](https://soundcloud.com/joeybriggsvo/joey-briggs-animation-vo-demo?si=c13f1f3ac256456f9171352ba39f41b5) I like to self produce myself a new demo reel every year both for fun and as a way to sort of track my progress as a voice actor. Would love some fresh ears on it and some feedback on the both the demo and voices in it. I've been going back and fourth on lines and characters so much that I really don't know whats good or bad anymore.