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Director crossing boundaries by momentsnotmilestones • last post Oct 8th
So I'm in this unpaid amature theatre play Wait Until Dark and production week is in 2 weeks. We've been rehearsing for about 6 months and during that time a lot of drama has ensued mainly from the director being crazy. I auditioned for the role of Susy but was rejected and was asked if I wanted to do backstage instead. I didn't really want to but agreed anyway to build some connections and prove my work ethic etc to hopefully get a role in future. He ended up giving the role of Susy to 3 girls, one the main lead and two understudies that were guaranteed to have a performance each. His antics resulted in firing the first girl because he "didn't like her attitude" but really she was just more vocal about questioning and disagreeing with him on stuff. For example, he told everyone the show would be in September which everyone agreed to but turns out he hadn't booked the theatre so tried to book one in December which no one wanted to do and she was the one who was most vocal about it. Luckily he managed to find a theatre for October which was more convenient for everyone. He's also constantly complained about not having money and guilt us to put more and more money into the production. After firing the first Susy, he gave the one of understudies the main role and slowly started to flirt with her and it was incredibly awkward to see a 19 year old deal with this gross man in his 50s tell her how gorgeous she was and tease her about a supposed hickey on her neck and whether she had a boyfriend. She ended up quitting. The next Susy understudy was now the lead but unfortunately she's just not a very good actor. I spoke up about having the opportunity to be understudy and so now I'm also playing Susy as well as assistant director. I have loved playing Susy and it seems I managed to learn my lines and perform better than the lead. I feel bad for the other girl playing the lead as he has slowly started taking shows off her and given them to me so we now have equal performances. He has also taken a liking to me it seems as he constantly compliments me privately and tells me that I've got the looks and the talent and that the other girl doesn't and it's flattering but also awkward and feels unfair to her. He can be quite mean to her when giving feedback and yet is nice to me. So anyway, lately he's started calling me almost every day, sometimes quite late to talk about rehearsals and tech stuff because I'm assistant director. He also plays the role of Sam in the show and it's already hard to hug the guy but he's started to make the hugs linger on a bit too long and rub my back. He often gets me to help pack up his car when we leave rehearsals which is late at night and everyone else has left. He always talks to me for ages before I leave and last night he asked me to hug him goodbye. He also commented about my hair smelling nice and I just felt like it's officially getting too much for me now. He wants to catch up with me for coffee tomorrow to talk over the lighting and I don't know how much more I can handle over the next couple of weeks but I love the rest of the cast and I want the show to be a success. How do I handle this? I really don't want to get on the wrong side of him and I don't know if this is normal and I should just suck it up for the next two weeks or if I should say something. It's incredibly awkward for me because I want what's best for everyone and the show, but he can't help pushing everyone's boundaries. I feel like crazy directors have been the reason for me struggling with acting in the past and I took a long break from it because of it and as much as I love acting, I hope it's not something I have to constantly deal with. I'm really bad at asserting myself in these situations, I'm easily guilted into stuff and I'm wondering how others would deal with it? Thanks and sorry for the long post lol
How to balance a regular job with auditions/possible roles? by TheEzrac • last post Oct 8th
A while back I quit my job because I’d saved up enough to take a break for the sake of my mental health and I was hoping I could use the time to jumpstart my dream of being an actor/director. As I’m sure you all know very well, it wasn’t that simple. I made my reel, applied like crazy on Backstage, but no dice. Fast forward to now, I’m running dry and am gonna have to find a job again, but I’d hate to give up my dream of acting because I think I could end up making something of myself. But the problem is I have no idea how i’d be able to attend auditions, rehearsals, and/or shoot dates while having a work schedule. Yeah I could ask for the days off but i feel like that’d reflect really poorly on me if I did it constantly. At the same time it wouldn’t sit right with me if i miss what could be really good opportunities. For context, I live in California. About 2 hours from SF and 4 or so from LA. So not impossible to go there for jobs but i would need the whole day off to do so. But i’ve wanted to move down to Southern California to make the whole acting thing a bit easier on me. Advice? Thanks in advance!
Tiktok acting by gabriellecharron • last post Oct 8th
Hello everyone! I’ve been dreaming of being an actress my whole life. I have some experience (mostly as an extra) and was even rep by a new agency a short while ago, but COVID happened and all the non-unions were cut off from the agency. It’s hard as you might guess to be back on square one. So I recently decided to create a second tiktok where I can do some acting videos. Of course, I don’t expect anything out of it. It’s just my way of staying connected to what I love and to simply have some fun. Anyway, I might not post often, but I would love to be friends over there with people who share the same passion! So, if that sounds interesting to you, here’s the link to my profile! ☺️ https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM8JnMJ3C/
Advocate for yourself. Always. by darthva • last post Oct 8th
Just leaving a non-union commercial set that was, perhaps, the most unprofessional set I’ve ever been on. Granted, the client is a HUGE brand, so it was extra shocking. A group of us were cast as Principal actors (which usually guarantees usage $$). In the first scene, without any explanation, we were suddenly all being used as background. Now, there is a HUGE pay difference between the two roles, and I immediately pulled the 1st AD aside and demanded to know what was going on. He told me the set was chaos, and there was basically no shot list, plan, anything. The other actors and I sat down together after a few takes and demanded that we be shot as Principals, not background. They also strongly pressured us to commit to a 14 plus hour day in another location as “principals” (likely background filler) and many of us refused. It’s scary to stand up in that situation, but it is sometimes the only power we have on set as actors. Stand together stronger if something doesn’t feel right.
Gregg Berger: Legendary voice actor! by nmyheadpod • last post Oct 8th
My fellow actors, I got a question. by Royal-Ad-3535 • last post Oct 8th
# Do CD's still want a printed headshot and resume ? This morning, my printer has finally given up on me (died, not worth fixing) and I am not sure if I should purchase another one. I only kept the printer around for family photos, and the "just in case" a CD wants a printed HS/resume, but so far, I have only been asked to send it digitally. I have only submitted for short films/small projects...does that make a difference? Are CD's for larger budget TV shows and movies still requiring you to send in a printed copy of your headshot and resume? Location : Toronto
14 year old from Wales who wants to be an actress by Scarlettzlife • last post Oct 8th
I do go to drama classes and do stage shows but I want to be on tv too but I am quite put off trying again because I was cast to be in an advert a few years ago but they changed their mind and let go of me because I am not pretty enough does anyone have any advice on this?
Featured BG role to potential speaking? by Bigwinsdreambig • last post Oct 7th
I know this is rarely happens and not something that happens a lot but I got booked on a show as a featured BG and it said I will be on camera and be a good actor with great facial expressions. I wonder if there is something or someone while being on set I could talk to or impress to manifest it being a speaking role. Don’t want to sound like I got a shot but rather was curious if anyone landed a featured BG role and later became a one liner or speaking ahah thank you!
Tips to prevent losing my voice by Oddish_Flumph • last post Oct 7th
No a voice actor but I need voice advice. I have to talk all day for my job, often over noisy crowds. Most days my voice gets sore and starts to go. The internet has lots of remedies to treat a lost voice, but I'm looking for tips to proactively prevent losing my voice in the first place. tl;dr how can I talk loudly all day and not loose my voice?
NYC actors: what other jobs are you doing aside from serving? by passionateperformer • last post Oct 7th
Planning on moving to NYC to pursue theatre, currently DC based. Wanna know what others do to pay the bills.
Disappointed in my own performance in a final product; anything I can do? by ifeelpeachy • last post Oct 7th
Hiya folks, I received a final product back from a client, and it was a project where two voice actors switched back and forth doing an explainer. The other actor's performance and audio quality are MUCH stronger than mine. At the very least, I wish I could turn up my gain. I had assumed the client would master the track so the volume at least matched, but that clearly didn't happen. I also don't like my delivery and would have done it differently if I had heard the other actor's performance beforehand--theirs was more dynamic but mine is much more monotone because I thought that's what the client wanted. The client didn't leave me a review, and I'm glad because it probably would have been bad. Should I message them asking if they would like me to re-do my lines, louder and more dynamic? Or should I just let it go? The project is "complete", and I have been paid. I'm relatively newer to voice over; my gut says the industry standard would be to just move on but at the same time I want the client to have a better performance.
My voice sounds like a child? by BRAlNYSMURF • last post Oct 7th
My voice acting isn't that special, it's mainly for myself- a recent adaption of a show I like had a really bad voice actor for my favorite character, so I thought I'd dub over their lines myself. Problem is, my voice sounds like a child, and the character is an adult. Any advice on how to make my voice deeper and less childlike? I'm female, and 18 years old, so is it just something I'll grow out of?
What are some of the best tutorials/courses that can help me to improve the way my voice sounds, and reduce my accent? Can you take a look at the video I've made and let me know if there's anything obvious I could do to speak better? by MikeLumos • last post Oct 7th
Hi! I'm not a professional voice actor, but I want to start professionally making video tutorials and courses. I don't think my voice is very pleasant to listen to, and I do have an accent, and I'd like to do the best I can to improve. I don't need to get amazing at this, just good enough to be able to make videos that are enjoyable to watch and easy to understand. And ideally I wouldn't have to spend years studying the subject, I just want to make the most important changes that will make the most difference. What are some of the most useful resources (videos, courses, books) that can help me out? Can you take a look at a couple of my videos ([1](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=2PpdB_1cr5A&), [2](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ozoPmx1iamk)), and let me know if there's anything obvious that I should be doing to make my voice better?
Tell Manager? by Fit-Factor988 • last post Oct 7th
So Im just about to start working a part time job is that something I’m supposed to share w my manager? I was sent an audition but can’t send in a self tape because their start date is when I start at my new job, is that something I should tell him? Or should I just decline the audition on actors access?
Some casting calls are so unprofessional by Affectionate-Bee-617 • last post Oct 7th
I saw this casting call on actors access for a feature film and for rate of pay portion the casting director who is also the writer wrote in caps “NONE” that’s it and this is for the lead role. I understand some indie productions don’t have money to pay its actors I’ve done many films with no pay at all and completely understand but usually theyll say we will pay for meals give you footage credits etc for your labor to encourage actors that we understand we can’t pay you with money but we will try to give you something in return for your time and labor you put into this film again it’s a feature. I just find that very unprofessional and it’s weird how productions really think actors deserve nothing and as if they are doing actors a favor and just seeing how they wrote NONE was so triggering lol at least write no pay but will provide metro card meals footage and credit that something a lot of actors can get behind..am i wrong to be annoyed by this i know it’s not a big deal and i just ignored the call but wanted to see what y’all thought..
[PAID] We are seeking Asian/Asian-American Voice Actors! (Details Below) by platformprodco • last post Oct 7th
Release Form for Student Film by hlwa21 • last post Oct 7th
Hey there. I'm going to be in a student film and received a release that has the below language. Is this standard, and if so, what am I signing away? What could occur that would cause attorney fees that I'd be responsible for? Thank you!! *Actor/Interviewee/Extra hereby agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defends the producers and assigns from all claims, damages, or liabilities of any kind whatsoever (including but not limited to all attorney fees reasonably incurred in connection therewith) which may result from Actor/Interviewee/Extra participation in, or observation of, the production of the picture.*
Tips for getting representation by Ill_Detective_5905 • last post Oct 7th
I have taken a couple classes and I am planning to get headshots soon, but I have not had any professional acting experience yet. Nonetheless I decided to seek an agent first, especially since I am in no rush to book a role. With that, what are my chances of getting an agent? And what are the best ways to get representation? I have also noticed that some actors “breakout” roles are their first roles and I was wondering how they got their role/agents with little experience as well? Thank you!
Casting a Christmas-themed comedy sketch to be used as a holiday specific social post for Video Agency. Shot similarly to the style of "The Office." Takes place in a corporate office setting with a "wacky character" (character details will be shared when by John Bonavia • last post Oct 7th
Casting a Christmas-themed comedy sketch to be used as a holiday specific social post for start up Agency. Shot similarly to the style of "The Office." Takes place in a corporate office setting with a "wacky character" (character details will be shared when cast). Rehearsal and Production... also need 17-23 YO F 45-50 YO F 23-26M 35-45 M. Also need lots of "party goers" with under 5 lines
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Oct 7th
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.