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For those of you who went from starving artist to working Actor/actress, what kept you going? by Pearlet2 • last post Sep 7th
Some of us on here could use some motivation. I’d love to hear your stories and I’m sure everyone else would, too. ☺️
What hasn't aged well in "An Actors Work" by Ethan_ML10 • last post Sep 7th
It's an excellent and essential read, but what parts shouldn't be taken the same away anymore considering the age of it? Is the current methods that much different or should we for the most part take it all the same?
Turning SAG, but how can I help my indie filmmakers? by curtisclone • last post Sep 7th
I am in the process of joining SAG (must join) and am super excited for this new chapter in my career. However, I have networked with so many local indie filmmakers that I’ve worked with and would like to continue working with to create new shorts and features. As I don’t want to break RULE #1, I was hoping there was some super easy how-to YouTube video or something on the interwebs that a director/writer could watch in order to better understand how to put a SAG actor in their project so that they don’t all go running and hiding away from me because of the unknown paperwork/research/cost. Any help would be appreciated :) Thanks
Things finally looking up! by Definition0f1nsanity • last post Sep 7th
So after almost two years of not being able to find work, being depressed and collecting unemployment, I managed to get an unpaid gig that’s to stream on Amazon Prime, a paid gig coming up in a few months, and a paid haunted attraction gig that isn’t just any haunted attraction... it takes place at the very prison they filmed The Shawshank Redemption... AND I’m gonna be a guard!!! The reason this is such a huge deal for me is because ever since I was 9, Clancy Brown has been my main inspiration as an actor. Growing up, I would watch him in things like Highlander, Pet Sematary II, Shawshank and my favorite video game Star Wars Bounty Hunter and think about how much I wanted to be the bad guy. And now at 28, I’m going to literally be walking in the shoes of my childhood hero
What are the ethics of searching for new representation while currently repped? by PatrickStrayzie • last post Sep 7th
After about two years with my current agent and manager I've started to realize the colossal amount of smoke that has been blown up my ass somehow hasn't done much to get me work. I've been told that you should always drop reps before looking for new ones, is this true? My concern is less about inviting a potential new rep to a show and they run into my manager- as he has come to exactly one show in our two year relationship- but more about would a new rep be uncomfortable being invited to a show by an actor who is already repped? Does that seem shady or is that regular business practice? Any tips would be appreciated
Commercial Demo Material Advice by slothman25 • last post Sep 6th
Like probably most of this subreddit, I'm an actor trying to get started in the voice industry. I have a simple question: what would you recommend doing/where would you recommend looking for commercial demo material? Character demo stuff comes easily to me (improv background, go figure), but trying to come up with stuff to use for a commercial demo has me banging my head against a wall. To be honest, I'll accept any advice on the topic so... any tips?
What class level should I take at acting school? by Ihavesomequestions58 • last post Sep 6th
7 years ago I took beginners acting classes at a well known school in NYC. Since I went to undergrad for degree in business and I worked for a couple years. I dropped everything to pursue acting. During that time span I did 2 student films, co-stared in a pilot, and practiced in front of my camera on my own. All through the foundation of those classes. I fell in love with voice over during my time working and have taken multiple classes with professionals in the industry. I have also made connections with studios and with a couple voice directors who said they will call me in for auditions. I want to go back to general acting school at the one I went to 7 years ago. I feel like I've increased my skills and matured as an actor. Would it be okay to sign up for an intermediate class? There are 2 other beginners classes at the school. Would it be wrong to jump those two classes to the intermediate?
How do actors pull off “involuntary” twitches, like when neck or forehead veins bulge out of anger? by ybbakrad • last post Sep 6th
Could someone more experienced offer a breakdown of UK/London agencies and casting directors for us Brits? by lovetempests • last post Sep 6th
Hello. I know a few years ago someone did a breakdown of all the top London agencies and went through them one by one to explain what they’re like, who to avoid, etc. If there’s anyone here who knows more than me (I’m just another run on the mill actor) it would be very appreciated!
Brooklyn Decker on how the Film Industry is Crushing, Self-doubt, Improving as an Actress by Darius-Mal • last post Sep 6th
I am crazy! I wanna be an actor! by xammmyxammxxxx • last post Sep 6th
I dream to be an actor someday. A Hollywood actor. I do not live in usa, im from asia. I dont know what im gonna do but im planning of applying for a college scholarship in usa. I hope i get to pass and then there i will start and hopefully become a working actor. My family dont know any of this and i doubt they will support me at all. I am scared of what will happen but i honestly just wanna start as soon as possible. AHHH!! I AM INSANE! Is there anyone else who wanna be a working actor in usa but is not from usa? Hows that working for you? Do you still want to do it? Is it super tough and hard? Any advice?
The inconsistency of auditions really drives me crazy. It’s like I can’t find the right balance in life. How do you deal with this? by Unlockmybrain • last post Sep 6th
I’m in such an awkward spot with acting, it took me a really long time to even get auditions for co-stars & stuff like that, then I had a really great year with like over 60 theatrical auditions spread across a couple agents, no bookings but 1 pin for a small role in a high profile directors next project, and a bunch of repeats for a few shows / major casting offices. So I thought, ok, this next year should be even busier then yeah? And I rearrange my work schedule to accommodate more free time in the days to be able to really knock each audition out of the park. Then crickets. I’m just really tired of sacrificing my time to be available and prepared for auditons... and then they drop off. I haven’t booked my first tv credit yet and I work with no name reps, so I have to hope that it will get better at some point, whenever I get that first booking... how ever many more months / years it will take to get there... i just want control over my life. I’m tired of feeling like acting is wasting my time. I can’t afford the fancy classes or $150 an hour coaches when I get the guest star tape, so I feel like I’m at a disadvantage because I know everybody else is paying for personal coaching. But when I work enough to have enough money for these things, my psyche / spirit is just completely drained and exhausted from having had to work so much. It’s like I can’t win regardless. I’m trying to fix my attitude, I’m always trying to fix my attitude and stay in the mindset of gratitude. But it’s really tough. I have very few actor friends in the city I live in because I can’t afford to stay in classes, so I’m just feel completely alone pursuing this and it’s just really depressing. I don’t want to feel sorry for myself. I know that’s not helpful. It just sucks that money is and has always been the thing holding me back. How do you find balance when managing a regular job is hard enough on its own? I don’t even expect that much to change after finally booking that first co-star, but jesus id hope there’d be some kind of change, some kind of increase in consistency or something, otherwise I really have no clue how any of you people do this especially as you get older. Ok I’m going to go run for the 2nd time today and then meditate for the 3rd time and shake off this victim self pity crap.
How do you find auditions without using the acting apps (backstage, actors access, etc)? by Key_Information5562 • last post Sep 6th
Im so curious about how actors found out about auditions without having these casting websites.
How To Hire Actors to be thrown? by DNS_Jeezus • last post Sep 6th
I need footage of me throwing people How do I hire actors to be thrown.
Piercing my ears as a male-presenting actor by a-sentient-meme • last post Sep 6th
I want to get my ears pierced, I am aware of the 6 week timeframe and that should be fine, but is it going to be a problem for acting on camera? I audition for both live theatre and camera work, and I'd like to keep both available to me. I've had male friends in live theatre have pierced ears and just take them out on stage, but what about for commercials, TV, etc.?
Balding as a young actor by letheatredude • last post Sep 6th
Title says it all. I'm 23 and going bald. It's gotten to the point where I've been buzzing my head because having my hair long looks bad. My doctor won't prescribe me finasteride because she doesn't think I need it, and I can't go on rogaine or minoxidil because I have cats and I don't want them to get sick from it. I still look really young, especially when I shave my beard. I played kid parts when I was in college and I definitely could play teenagers until I'm in my 30s with my baby face. But now that I have a buzzcut, a thinning and receding hairline, and a beard I don't know if I'm still the same "type" or if my type has changed because of my physical appearance. Aaaaaand I should probably get new headshots, shouldn't I?
aspiring actor in new york here. i have some questions about acting classes (tv/film vs theater) by annaleecage • last post Sep 6th
I am an inexperienced actor. Would like to apologize in advance if I sound a bit ignorant. I am looking to enroll in acting classes here in New York. I mainly want to focus on film/tv jobs than theater. I am looking at two acting schools/studios, HB and Barrow. If I wanted to pursue just film and tv, should I take specific class for that or regardless of which platform I want to focus on, is it a good idea to enroll in their basic beginner acting class? I guess my confusion stems from the fact that I am not clearly sure if training will be different for the specific platform or is it all one and the same and whatever beginner class you take, it will be beneficial regardless of where you want to take your acting career, on stage or in front of a camera. Would love to hear from you.
(Short Film) Looking for Male and Female actors in LA/Ventura! by bondwad • last post Sep 5th
*Non-profit and unpaid/low-pay *NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED Ages ~20-25 Hello r/acting! I'm not part of the community so forgive me if this type of post is annoying. My friend is directing an indie short film taking place primarily in the Ventura/oxnard area. She is looking for 9 actors in total (4 female and 5 male roles) The project has essentially zero budget and will be filmed with my Sony A6400 camera. Actors/actresses of all race, ethnicity, sexuality, shapes and sizes are welcome! Hoping to begin filming ASAP while we still have the summer sun to our advantage! It's really a passion project of the director, so if you're just looking for some experience maybe this could be your thing! :) Please DM me if you're interested!
Reenactment scene that I did. by harshreality35 • last post Sep 5th
I'm an actor from VA and I made this reenactment scene from Toyko Drift. I thought I would share with you guys. I just recently started my youtube channel. ​ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wiG4\_LAgak](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5wiG4_LAgak)
Building a resume by DeeRey__ • last post Sep 5th
Hello everyone. I’m in the inland empire of Southern California looking to build a resume. Any aspiring film makers who need actors, I will work for free. We can help each other. I have no experience in acting but I’m pursuing it. I don’t know anyone in the business but I will work my ass off to give you what you need as film maker. Thank you in advance