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Not Letting Go Of A Role by Darbz1 • last post Oct 16th
Hiya, I'm a 20 year old Actor in training, and recently it has come to my attention that I have not let go of a role that I had worked on for over a year. It's bad... The role I played is Trigorin from "the Seagull" So a very manipulative in command cocky/arrogant character. Last night while I was drinking with my acting friends. One of them turned to me and yelled "let go of Trigoring You're still holding on" It came to me as a shock as I didn't think I was doing anything. Thing is, this isn't the first time I had heard it either, but they were said right after the show so it was understandable that I still held onto something. Trigorin is a great role I really enjoyed playing him. But what I thought what I was doing was naturally me seems to be remnants of the role. I suppose even when I'm typing this reddit post I feel like I am using similar language. What hurt me the most though was when my friend said I subtly manipulate people. and the reason why I got upset with this was that I don't recognise that I do that. Is there any tips on how to break free from a role?
How do you guys balance work and the inflexible (uncertainty) of dates? by Jimmy_Chung • last post Oct 16th
I'm booked for a TV commercial next week and the shooting day still hasn't been confirmed. I work part-time and need to know what days I can work. It's a nightmare, I need to let my boss know and I can't cancel my work at the last minute. The only alternative I can see is being fully unemployed in order to pursue acting! How do all of you aspiring actors manage working and auditions/shoots etc?
Best Casting Site to Start With? by Kaviness • last post Oct 16th
I am an actor based in LA (just moved here) who is not signed with an agent yet. I’ve had a few years experience doing plays and student films back home as well as classes. I’m not sure exactly where to start down here in LA as far as getting more experience on projects. All of my prior roles have been through networking and Facebook groups. I have seen casting networks, backstage, and actors access as the industry standards for booking. Is there one site that I should start with and move out from there as I get more experience? Or should I focus just on networking with indie filmmakers based in LA? I’ll be taking classes down here as well. Any insight is greatly appreciated!
Does it scare anyone else when you see failed actors? by Liyandri • last post Oct 16th
I'm saying "Failed" for a lack of a better word, but I get really anxious when I see actors that have dedicated years of their lives to training, live in the USA, but still were only able to book a few minor roles throughout their career, even with decent agents. I'm 20 and don't live in the USA, I was thinking of starting training but I get so anxious when I see others who had the same aspirations as me and it ended up taking them nowhere.
Sound dampening panels? by Cosmicpapared • last post Oct 16th
Hi fellow Voice actors I have a question, I have some wall panels but I don’t think they’re any good considering I have drywall and concrete behind that as well as the fact the panels are an inch. What brand do you suggest for a starting voice actor? I’m currently using donner panels.
VO Classes in Los Angeles by annacowboy • last post Oct 16th
I'd like some recommendations on classes either online or in person in the LA area. I'm thinking of doing a course at the Actors Company with Portia Scott. If anyone has anything they can suggest.. I'm a beginner as in I have not taken any voice acting classes previously but have done acting in general.
Idk what to do by wxmcw • last post Oct 15th
I have always wanted to be an actor since I was in kindergarten, I'm currently in high school. I've never wanted to tell my parents about this dream because I'm scared of getting made fun of or them not take me seriously. The girl I have been friends with since Pre-K already is on her way of becoming an actor, her mom is supportive, she has an agent, already has head shots, and has an agency picked out. When she told me this summer I was extremely jealous but I supported her either way, she's the only one I've told my dream. I have extreme shyness which stops me from joining the drama club at my school, I know that I wanna go into an art college no matter what even if I don't become an actor. My parents like being realistic and go for realistic dreams, I'm moving to Virginia soon and they have tons of art over there. I dont know if this career is for me based on all the things stopping me (sorry that this post was everywhere, I've just venting).
Reel Advice by areweevenreallyhere • last post Oct 15th
Hey, I've been a background actor since childhood, about 8 years now, and joined SAG as a child in that time. Now I'm a couple years out of college, and looking to break into more present roles. I don't have a reel, since I didn't study acting and all my work was background. How would you go about building one in this instance? What are the next steps to take?
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Oct 14th
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.
I just got submitted for a huge voice acting gig. The only problem… I’m not a voice actor. by PineappleLubricant • last post Oct 14th
My agents recently submitted me for a *huge* audition that requires voice acting. I’m not one to turn down an incredible opportunity like this, so I said “for sure, submit me, that sounds fun.” I’ve received the sides, and I’m getting pissed at myself reading through them because I just cannot make what’s coming out of my mouth sound convincing (at least in my own head, it just sounds fake, or cheesy, or… something). Does anyone have some voice acting tips they’d be willing to share? Whether that’s coming up with a good character or… idk. Any tips would be amazing. Wish I was better at voices.
I want to be an extra for a feature film, tv show, or a streaming tv show. I have no experience. How do I found these opportunities? by Unbeat3n • last post Oct 14th
I’m not an actor. No plans on being one. It’s a bucket list goal of mine to be an extra in a tv show or movie. Just want something cool I can show my kids one day.
Full body slate: should I dress like the character for the bottoms (pants & shoes) by abercrombieNbeyotch • last post Oct 14th
Should I wear the appropriate bottom for the character, or any would be fine? As long as the top (shirt) is within the character? You don’t really see the bottom when filming the scenes, and the full body slate is just for introducing me, the actor’s info. So should I dress like the character for the pants & shoes for the full body slate?
Silicon Valley/Bay Area Looking for Local-ish Film Groups by demarcobro • last post Oct 14th
Mandatory first-time poster in this group so excuse me if my formatting is off. I am looking for local groups to work with because I want to get more experience under my belt as a young actress. I am not currently going to college so I don't have access to any programs they offer. At this point, I am just trying to connect with other people working on their own small projects who might be looking for free labor. This is an instance where I really do want to get "paid" in exposure. Advice is welcome!
Y’all share your auditions with your buddies in your acting class? by AdEffective8646 • last post Oct 14th
Just wondering. I’ve shared some tapes with a few actors and have gotten 100% love from them
Will my voice keep me from getting work? by Dazzling_Noises • last post Oct 14th
So, I’m currently a BFA Acting student at a school I will not specify in NYC. I’ve been acting since the age of 6 in largely school/community theater productions with the occasional callback from my many film/TV/commercial auditions that never went anywhere. Now, I know I’m a pretty decent actress. I’ve won a few awards for my lead acting roles in dramatic one acts I had the fortune of being in, and they’ve almost all been darker, edgier, morally ambiguous characters because that’s my type based off how I look lol. I got into a pretty prestigious acting program and I’m doing pretty well in it. My dream is to be more of a TV/Film actress rather than a theater one. Now, my problem is that my voice is high. Like, not only pitch wise, but I legitimately sound like a 12 year old girl unless it’s right when I wake up in the morning. It was never an issue when I was younger, obviously, but as I got older, most of my notes have consisted of lowering my pitch/tone of voice. And I have tried. So hard. My mother (god bless her) even said i could try to smoke as a half-joke, but I would never do that to my health nor my voice since I also sing. I’ve tried YouTube videos, google searches, the lot. But nothing has worked. I hate that I sound like a child and it’s my number one insecurity, especially since my type requires almost the opposite. What should I do????? I’m genuinely pretty desperate at this point.
S-Corp actors: have you ever been denied being paid via a w9 form? by CanineAnaconda • last post Oct 14th
With the probable IATSE strike looming, I took on a background job this week that was out of town that required use of my car, figuring that it would contribute to P&H a little before the possibility of a drawn out halt in most SAG-AFTRA work. I haven't done BG in several years, and have since created an S-corp to be able to avoid taxes on income that goes to commissions, dues and other acting expenses after the Republican tax plan eliminated many of these deductions for independent actors paid with W2's. According to the payroll company (one of the large entertainment ones), for background work they will not pay a check to an S-corp with no taxes taken out, only to an individual with payroll taken out. I've been paid as a theatrical and commercial principal and a commercial extra as an S-corp and never had any problems. The income is relatively small, so I didn't fight it, but do they have a right to actually do this? I figured if you're being paid for work that you've done, you're entitled to be paid however you want as long as it has the IRS's approval. Can employers deny the option to pay an S-corp? Or is it just a payroll company being uncooperative because of the general disrespect towards background work?
Manger recommendations? by LordJanitor • last post Oct 14th
Very specific question, but does anyone on here know of managers in the LA area that have experience cultivating Voice Over/Youtube talent? I've been browsing IMDB pro and found a smaller company who has a client that fits that career description, but was curious if there were any others people could think of. For context I'm an actor based out of LA. I've been primarily focusing on voice over, but I have a degree in theatre and on camera credits I've accumulated since moving out here. I also launched a youtube channel exactly a month ago today that is doing well. I'm hoping to find a manager that will work with me to leverage the audience I gain as a youtuber into acting opportunities (and have those opportunities feed traffic back into my channel). Maybe they can help me finally secure representation as well!
Baltimore actors, how we doing? by greatgreengoblins • last post Oct 14th
I've been having a hard time finding gigs these days. Backstage seems full of garbage and I haven't had a booking in a while. What have y'all been up to?
I want an actor's perspective on how I [a director] should handle this situation. by TimPrice2 • last post Oct 14th
Short version: I have a brand new actor cast for a role next week. Most of the cast is seasoned professionals, but I decided to take a chance on this person. She has no experience and isn't even in the union. This job is going to be her Taft-Hartley. I'm regretting it. She's seeming less and less professional as time goes by. I'd say there's about a 30-40% chance that she's going to no show for her shoot. If she does, I'll be paying everyone else, as well as paying for the rented set, with nothing to show for it. I'm fine with her shooting if she actually shows up. What do you think I should do? 1. Cross my fingers and hope for the best. Do a better casting job in the future. 2. Hire an understudy. Basically, find someone willing to show up knowing they will get the job if the first actress no-shows or get paid a nice sized fee (probably $200) and get to go home if the actress does show up? 3. Replace the actress. Pay her a cancellation fee equal to what she was promised for the shoot and tell her she's not needed. 4. Replace the actress. If she doesn't show up, don't pay her. If she does show up, pay her for the full day and send her home. 5. Something else I didn't think of? If I left out any details you think are relevant, just ask.
I am a foreign actor in UK. by Last_Refrigerator731 • last post Oct 14th
Do you think foreign actors in UK have to live in London or not? Or any thoughts?