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How does one achieve GREAT acting? by Gaivnion • last post Apr 28th
I know acting isn't "acting." Acting is doing; its behaving. I think I act realistically, but how do I make it great. Is it all in just the practice. The more I do, the more I get better sort of thing. I've read the books by Constantine, Adler, Meisner, and Strasberg. I have analyzed Brando. I've watched Michael Caine's masterclass. Nothing has really been ground breaking to me. Then certain actors will kinda do a 180 and say, "I just am" or "There's not a process for it." I heard similar from Bill Nighy. Is it easier for older actors to give such a performance? Michael Caine, Morgan Freeman, Bill Nighy. Old and great, of course they were good when they were young too. I presume; don't know bout Freeman lol. It's been a while since I watched someone young who was star studded. Been a while since I've seen such a great performance in general to be honest. Leonardo Dicaprio was a star studded fantastic actor even as a young guy. Will it take me years to achieve greatness in acting. My favorite acting teacher that I watch on YouTube is John Windsor-Cunningham. He has said that he has only seen two great instances of acting. I simply don't know how to become as good as them. Continue acting? More reading?
Would it be more beneficial to join an acting class/school or just jump straight in. by SkylarDeLaCruz • last post Apr 28th
I recently appeared in a short film by chance and greatly enjoyed it more than I thought I would, now I want to get into acting for more or less the fun of it since it was such an enjoyable experience. I’m just wondering if it would be better to join an acting class or try and land roles already. My experience is 1. I appeared in a film when I was 8 years old(small role) 2. 3 years of theatre arts classes in middle school.(monologues, improv etc) 3. Appeared in a small short film this year Despite all this I don’t feel like a good actor, I’ve only played small roles and can’t cry on command or anything cool like that, so I’m wondering if it would be better to take classes to try and get better at the craft. Or do you not need too much experience/education to get started already? I’m not planning on being the next Sarah Hyland or anything, just find the experience fun.
How Pending Writers Guild Strike Could Impact Talent by Matthew Gross • last post Apr 27th
Below is a link to the Vox article regarding the pending WGA strike which is most likely to take effect May 3rd. SAG-AFTRA and DGA are going to renegotiate contracts in June; therefore, this could be a nationwide mega-strike. Plan accordingly!
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Apr 27th
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.
Actors, how do you cope with the fact that most of us will probably be stuck working a job we don’t exactly love but pays the bills for the rest of the life while we never get good high profile parts as actors? by Big-Comfortable8462 • last post Apr 27th
I’m not talking about “making it” but as in most of won’t do any acting work that’s actually watched by a lot of people or it’s something that people will care about. *your life. Correction to question
What questions do YOU have for working actors?? For my podcast "Actors With Issues" by iJuanAyala • last post Apr 27th
I've produced and hosted my podcast [Actors With Issues](https://YouTube.com/actorswithissuespodcast) for almost 3 years and I've gotten to interview nearly 200 actors, from Broadway stars and established names in TV and film, to rising stars who just booked their first major roles. What do YOU want me to ask them? Guests come on the show an open book and ready to discuss pretty much anything. We talk about everything from audition anxiety and imposter syndrome to what they don't teach you in acting school and the biggest lessons they've learned onset/onstage. Thanks in advance! Please check out the show, everyone shares such great stories and insight from their careers. There's something to takeaway from every interview!
Enhancing Scene Study for Actors through Technology: A Research Exploration by KKKKS-2162 • last post Apr 27th
Hello! I am Alexander Shen, a design student in SCAD, a junior product designer developing an AI-powered mobile app for actors. An amusing teamwork between my girlfriend and me inspired this project. My girlfriend, a passionate actress, often ropes me into being her scene study partner for casting calls and other acting rehearsals. I'd like to think I've got some hidden acting talent, but let's be honest – I'm not always living up to her expectations. Sometimes I feel like I'm just getting in the way instead of helping. As a product designer, there had to be a way for me to lend a hand to my lovely girlfriend and other actors out there. That's when I stumbled upon a video of Elon Musk using the MagicMic AI voice changer to imitate Morgan Freeman's iconic voice. It was mind-blowingly good, and I thought, "Hey, why not use AI tech to support actors and film professionals?" And that's how we got here! With your help and insights, we're looking to discover more ways AI can make life easier for actors, film industry folks, and people like me who get roped into being scene study partners:) **The app aims to revolutionize the scene study process by providing actors with a virtual partner or something that can adapt, respond, and offer real-time feedback.** This survey aims to gather feedback and insights from actors, acting coaches, and theatre professionals to inform the app's design, features, and functionality. Your input will help us create an app that caters to the needs and preferences of the acting and performance arts community. Your responses will be used for academic research, and the survey will take 3 minutes to complete. I would appreciate it if you shared this information with family, friends, and other groups with experience. This is the Link: [https://forms.gle/kYXd3SGh27BcnDve7](https://forms.gle/kYXd3SGh27BcnDve7) Thank You.
Is the industry slow in Texas ? Asking for a friend by Proof-Pollution454 • last post Apr 27th
Hello I wanted to ask any fellow actors located in Texas if the industry was slow there
Almost a high school senior, I need advice on how to get over a limiting belief by blackpink_fan101 • last post Apr 27th
I'm a high school senior next year. I've wanted to be an actor since I was like ten, never got to try it until I was 13. I did my first acting class and did theatre throughout high school and well let's just say I got the acting bug. I love it. I love becoming characters and collaborating with talented actors in scenes and performing and breaking down scripts and everything. And I really want it as my career. I'm just nervous about senior year because it's my final year in high school theatre (and regional youth theatres) and then after that I have no clear path. I'm scared because I want to be a professional actor so badly, I don't care about being famous I just want consistent enough work in TV movies and theatre. I don't expect anything consistent for the first few years, and I know that it will take a long time before I get consistent enough work for bigger roles (aka guest star, recurring, or series regular; lead and supporting) and even when I reach that point it won't always be consistent. I'm aware of all that and I still want it. I have goals but I know they might not be reached in the way I imagine at all and that's okay. I'm ready to take on these challenges. But I'm still terrified. What my brain has done is it's trying to give me a deadline. It's trying to say I only have like 4 years to make it and I hate that. 4 years is nothing! I won't achieve anything. I'm not doing this career for four years. I want at least like 30 years or something. I mean c'mon, I've seen hundreds of non-famous acting careers they're all like 28 years minimum. I want to stick with thi slong-term because I love it and you never stop learning and improving which I love, and also there are so many ambitious (but not fame or money related) acting goals that I have, which include but aren't limited to: * acting on multi-cam sitcoms * booking a Shonda Rhimes (or any other top writer) show * booking a lot of recurring or guest star roles that are unique and out of the box * be in some of my favorite musicals These are just few of many and as you can see they are goals that will take a long time to achieve and even when I do they're goals that happen more than once if you know what I mean. Over time as I do more gigs and I figure out what kind of genres and roles I like I'll be more specific but for now this is what I have. Any reassurance/advice on how to get over the limiting belief of time and how I can focus on my goals because I can't get excited or focus on these important things when I am haunted by a limiting belief. Also if you have any good advice on what I should do right after high school is good (I plan on going to college to major in screenwriting because I also want to be a screenwriter someday)
This is honestly sad by TheGentlemanWolf • last post Apr 27th
The fact that a literal director had to explain to them why it's better to go with trained professional as opposed to exploiting popular names is just sad. I will never understand (especially in this day and age of animation and other voice acting mediums being so popular) that these companies honestly believe their product won't be successful if it doesn't have a big name(s) to exploit for profit. Not saying they can't rise to the occasion and do a good job, just that this mindset is toxic and ultimately helps no one.
We got to interview voice actor Avalon Penrose, AKA Megaera from Hades, for our podcast! by the-mmg • last post Apr 27th
I wanted to post here because she had some interesting takes on developing a stable life and not necessarily pouring your entire life into acting. I'd love to hear what the community thinks. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2UTQPLQ74U](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I2UTQPLQ74U)
Agent advice by ThrowRA1629my • last post Apr 27th
Hiya, I signed with my first agent in September. The agency is a starter agency and mainly finds work for young kids. Despite signing their actors in some decent films, commercials, roles In theatre, in the past six months, I have had not even one audition. I am 21. I don’t know if my age is the reason for it or if the agency just isn’t very good. Im still in the process of putting my showreel together, which may be the reason. My agent only has my headshots and a slate to put forward for me. However, there has been little to no communication with each other about this. I haven’t brought it up and neither has she. So I feel a little bit left in the dark. My question is, should I complete my showreel and see if it changes anything with her- Is it likely this will make a difference? Its probably best for me to keep searching for a different/ better agent, but it is worth giving her more of a chance? Or, will it be more beneficial fo leave for and apply to my own jobs on spotlight? I am already doing so on backstage and seeming to be somewhat successful. Thanks
Actors Keep Up The Good Work! by Tammy Hunt • last post Apr 26th
Here is a quality not talked about to thrive in the industry. by Janet Alston Jackson • last post Apr 26th
I learned a powerful lesson from Legendary Carol Burnett.
Agents "Double Dipping" Eboss article??? by sionaxyw_ • last post Apr 26th
Never heard of this or this term before. I just saw this online and I would love to know your guys thoughts on this https://www.ebosscanada.com/news/an-actor-needs-your-feedback.html
Veteran actors on here, if there is one thing you can tell your younger self, what would it be? by Efficient_Fan_4052 • last post Apr 26th
What would it be to improve yourself?
Advice to restart? by aboursier • last post Apr 26th
So six years ago I took a job as an actors permanent stand in and pretty much stopped even seeking new auditions. The show went to series there were a few movies and well, it felt like acting work. But it really was a true full time job. So I stopped, took a day job in order to get my bearings and get back to the only thing I’ve ever really tried to do for a living. Here’s the question. I know there’s some big stigma to these sorts of jobs. But I’ve also added exactly one role to my resume in that time. Do I explain what I’ve been doing with the last six years? It all seemed pretty reasonable if only to see some stuff, meet some people, and get my bearings. But in retrospect it was a bad call. The last time I “started” was much clearer but now frankly I think I’m worse than when I was brand new. I’ve got some thick skin here, but I’m in a big market and a six year absence is well… it’s real. I’m also older and have lost track of the CD’s who actually used to call. I’m still sort of new to reddit, but I think this might be the sort of question it is for?
Anyone interested in being Accountability Buddies/Scene Study Partners? by Kaviness • last post Apr 26th
I've had a lot of anxiety post-pandemic with performing and I think a big part of that is not performing regularly. Would anyone be interested in meeting up over video (zoom, google meet, etc) and working on scenes, talking about where we are at with our acting, etc. I am based in Los Angeles and don't have an agent or manager. I've taken several classes at various studios here. Just looking for support and a fellow actor to practice with. :)
actor in Durham Region Ontario by memeymelon23 • last post Apr 26th
Looking for a male actor age range 60- 80 for a short film. needed 1- 2 hours. plz dm
If you ever get discouraged about not receiving responses on self submissions- by No_Landscape_1019 • last post Apr 26th
I’m an actor, I made some connections and we are working on a feature film. It’s all collaborations, so it’s unpaid. I volunteered to do casting because I’ve always been interested in it, posted a casting for 2 roles, on mandy. unpaid. A male and female 20-30 any ethnicity, received over 200 submissions for both. I can’t believe that many people were applying for unpaid roles shooting Monday-Friday one week in may, insane!! I understand now why I’m not getting as many responses on there as I hope to, I can’t imagine the amount of applicants for something paid. In Toronto too, so areas like LA probably get way more!!