We have found 19,320 posts across 4 actor forums:
Can I still be a actor even if I dropped preforming arts GCSEs? by Subkay05 • last post Jan 14th
I’m a bit worried that I won’t be able to do acting or get an acting career because of this :(
I have never interviewed a child actor but Lilly Aspell was charming and professional. We talked about her role as Diana Prince in #WonderWoman1984 and I think in a few years time she will be very busy in Hollywood! by Thegeekofsteel • last post Jan 13th
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z\_8UYWuj-o&t=15s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3z_8UYWuj-o&t=15s)
Interview with Don Cheadle, what actors need to do. by glennenglishnyc • last post Jan 13th
Some sage advice from Don Cheadle on what actors need to do, to have a real shot at a career! #actor #actorlife #actingclass #ActingChallenge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4qVLxLi_13s
Cheat sheet : Actors that have cast before - what impressed you about actors ? by CuspChaser111 • last post Jan 13th
Here’s what I noticed about our fellow brothas & sistas: 1. The importance of how to walk into a room. Energy & demeanor. You’re judged the minute you walk in. 2. Follow up after (this was for a play I cast) but a quick 3-line “all the best with project thank you for the audition” made a difference. 3. Dress & attempt at their version of the character. 4. Openness to play with role and make split second changes right there if directed. Some ppl simply cannot take direction. Also some ppl were amazing but were too young / too (whatever) and no matter how good of an actor there was they just weren’t the part - this is why the right headshot to show YOU and your ENERGY is so important - not just a “pretty” picture unless your casting is just “pretty picture” and honestly who wants to engage with that all day - find your accurate casting and stand out that way. I used to think it was just being “a great actor” being off book and having your choices made but it is so much more about your casting & ability to take direction in the room than anything. Sadly I’ve learned it’s more casting v. acting ability. What have you learned while casting as an actor?
Diversity in Casting-What's the truth on the ground? by jackblackbird • last post Jan 13th
Diversity in casting seems to finally be the golden rule to casting. With social pressures, producers are demanding diversity becasue, without a diverse cast, a show or film is almost automatically at a disadvantage and can easily be negatively portrayed. I've heard non-white actors complain of being stereotyped as drug dealers and thug roles and it's absolutely true. I've heard the complaints from our LBGTQ brothers and sisters that LGBTQ roles should be filled by LGBTQ actors and I love this approach. Here's where my question comes in. As someone that has done a couple films myself, I've struggled with wether or not to cast drug dealer/thug roles with actors that are non-white. Is it better to not give into a stereotype or is it better to simply cast the best actor for the role? Are actors of color weary of roles that live in the criminal world or is more a case by case basis? As an actor myself, part of the fun is playing villains and bad people but as a filmmaker, I don't want to further the issues that non-white/LGBTQ actors already face. I've actively tried to find LGBTQ actors to fill roles that were LGBTQ in the film, but this has it's own challenges. LGBTQ could be anyone with any personality and with any background. Is casting LGBTQ only about the sexuality of the actor or is actively seeking LGBTQ actors that live in and understand that world and the unique challenges that a true LGBTQ actor can bring to a role (as opposed to an actor trying to imitate being LGBTQ)? Just curious what the truth on the ground is? Should filmmakers push for diverse casts no matter the subject matter or does it seem forced?
Does Gary Oldman play himself within circumstances with his own mannerisms unless he’s playing someone real? by MedicalKitchen • last post Jan 13th
The man amazes me and I’m wondering if trying to build a character actor resume instead of a leading one would be smart. Does he play himself but hide himself within a costume?
Looking for Actors to Provide Audience Lines (Non-Paid, Quick) by MeTime13 • last post Jan 13th
I'm looking for people to submit lines for the audience of the mange Record of Ragnarok! Please click the link to join my server and look the "general-soundclips" channel for more info! [https://discord.gg/9yXVmsET](https://discord.gg/9yXVmsET)
Can an actor’s chances of getting cast be hurt by cosmetic issues like droopy eyelids or something like that? by Awkward-Ideal • last post Jan 13th
Title basically
Need a Monologue by Plymouth-Deli • last post Jan 13th
I’m a new actor (in an older body) and I’ve been invited to audition for representation. I need a monologue, 1 minute or shorter that would be right for me. I’m a late 50’s male with somewhat of an ethnic NY vibe. I welcome suggestions for a monologue that will help me land an agent. Thanks!
Backstage by Abel_is_a_penguin_ • last post Jan 13th
Hello! As many people here in an actor and because of COVID I cannot find auditions in my town or anywhere because they’re closed/canceled; which bring me to my question. Is backstage helpful? Because of this pandemic outing my resume on there and sending audition tapes for roles seems to be the best choice but I cannot afford to lose $150 on an app that I don’t know if it’s legit. Thank you.
Have you ever submitted for a role twice? by hithirteen • last post Jan 13th
About a month ago I submitted myself to an audition on Actors Access and they requested a self tape. I sent it in, never heard anything, and forgot about it. But now, a month later I’m looking on AA and I see they’ve posted again looking for people to submit for the same role? What is the proper etiquette with this? I don’t want to be annoying but I’m just curious!
REPOST: Comprehensive guide about O1B, EB1 and Tier 5 visa requirements for aspiring actors. by GlitteringTarget0 • last post Jan 13th
>Repost because I'm a dumdum who accidentally deleted important thread. Most of you aspiring actors always pondered about this. "I would like to be an Actor but my country's film industry is crap, America could be a good place to start." "There are various visas to enter the UK/US, I'm sure I could use the easiest to obtain." Well, I'm sorry to burst your bubble but in order to enter the US/UK as an actor you need the O1B and Tier 5 visa specifically. >What exactly is O1B/TIER 5 visa and how do you obtain them? Well, good question! Let's start with O1B first, shall we? #O1B "Extraordinary Alien Visa" Is a visa granted for 'extraordinary' individual in the field of arts (specifically for O1B). This requires the individual to prove that they are "prominent in their field". >How do we show the government official that "we're prominent in our field?" You need to show them at least two of these criteria: - Has performed or will perform services as a lead or starring participant in a production or event that has a distinguished reputation as shown by critical reviews, ads, publicity releases, publications, contracts, or endorsements. - Has received national or international recognition for achievements through critical reviews via published materials by or about the foriegn national in major newspapers, trade journals, magazines, websites, etc. - Has performed in a lead, starring, or critical role for organizations and establishments that have a distinguished reputation as evidenced by media articles, testimonials, letters of recommendation, website reviews, and other similar items. - Has a record of major commercial or critically acclaimed success. - Has achieved significant recognition from organizations, critics, government agencies, recognized experts. - Has commanded or will command a high salary or other compensation. (Source: Lightman law firm LLC website) Along with the VERY IMPORTANT PROVE OF: - Agent or Manager who's willing to be your beneficiary. >IMPORTANT NOTE: YOU ALSO NEED UPWARDS OF $7000 IN ORDER TO FILE THIS VISA TO COMPLETION. So in other words you need to launch your career before you can file for a visa to enter the United States as an actor. >"What's the difference between O1B visa and EB1 visa? The requirements feels so similar to each other?" EB1 is an immigrant visa, while O1B is a non-immigrant visa. Some people on this thread said it's better for us to have the EB1 since there are studios who refused to employ people on O1B because of the extra paperwork, but most are fine with O1B. Also, in case of EB1 you may not need a beneficiary, but the evidence you gave them are going to be very heavily scrutinized, so it's a little harder to get. _________________________________ #TIER 5 "Temporary Worker" Visa. Is a visa used to enter the United Kingdom as an actor or other field of distinction, with almost exactly the same requirements as the US O1B requested: You need all of the following to be eligible for the creative category: - Make a unique contribution to the UK labour market, for example you’re internationally renowned or are required for continuity. - Certificate of sponsorship reference number. - Be paid the minimum salary as set by Equity, PACT or BECTU (except for models, musicians or circuses). - Enough money to support yourself in the UK - you’ll usually need to have at least £1,270 available (unless you’re exempt). - Certificate of sponsorship >You need a licensed sponsor to give you a certificate of sponsorship before you can apply to work in the UK. >A certificate of sponsorship is a reference number which holds information about the job and your personal details. It’s not an actual certificate or paper document. >Your sponsor will give you your certificate of sponsorship reference number. >They must also give you some other information to help you to apply, for example how much you’ll be paid. (Source: UK government website) So on top of being rich with lots of money to sustain yourself, you need to have experience and prove to both the US and UK government that you are in fact, an extraordinary talent. But fret not, you can always start somewhere! If not in your home country, you can kick start your career by immigrating to a country which has requirements that are easier to fill than the two countries mentioned above. There are thousands of ways to do this, you just need to persevere and be diligent in honing your crafts. Good luck to all of you out there!
Can someone explain how virtual live castings for major projects work? by jettitors • last post Jan 13th
So, let’s say a CD is casting for a major guest starring role in a major network TV series. Does getting notes during the audition probably mean the actor is liked? Has anyone here booked a job without getting notes? Does the CD always have a poker face and say “Lovely/Excellent/Great work!” to everyone? Do you have to have a backdrop and ring light/umbrella light setup, or can you simply use a plain white wall in your room with natural lighting? When doing Eco Cast Lives, does the CD send all tapes at the end of the day to the director, or do they select certain actors and then forward the tapes over?
Anxiety About a Huge Career Step by Goat_Disastrous • last post Jan 13th
Hello all! I’m a twenty year old actor. I’ve been acting since I was about twelve, in various school plays and musicals, and around my junior year I started to get serious about making this a profession. I began submitting to anything I could, at school I booked the leads in both our main musical and play, and started studying the business side of things. Fast forward three years, and I’m still going strong! I’ve booked about ten acting roles in those three years, which range from an extra in a Whatabuger commercial to a principal role in a SAG-AFTRA (planned) wide release film (release got canned due to COVID). I lucked out and had a producer from that movie send my stuff to some talent managers in LA and I flew out to meet and sign with one, and I even booked one of the leads in an indie anthology film during COVID, which really helped me stay focused during the break. However, I lucked into a role that I did not expect to get anytime soon. I booked the male lead in a new series on a major streaming platform (don’t want to risk leaking anything). I am most proud of the fact that this was a role I found and auditioned for myself. My manager was very helpful in negotiating the terms of my contract, but I went through five rounds of auditions on my own, and booked the role! I even got upgraded (I auditioned for a smaller role originally but they then had me audition for the lead). This is very exciting! My name will soon be out there and the pay is expectedly wayyyyy more than I’ve made on anything. I have about a month until I fly to location to start shooting, and most of the time I am fine and excited about it, but every once in a while I get hit with a HUGE WAVE OF ANXIETY. I begin to think of all the lines I have (About 200 throughout the entire season) and the immense money and marketing that is going into the project to trust that I will be a good actor, the fact that I have to do an english dialect for the first time EVER on worldwide television, (I did audition with the dialect though), knowing that my entire family and everyone who’s ever known me will end up watching it, along with thousands of strangers. My meeting with the rest of the cast and producers have gone great, but the terror of possibly messing up lines or just not being good gets me sometimes and it always sneaks up out of nowhere. Has anyone else had a similar experience?? I am worried it will affect my performance as my nerves will be through the roof once I get on set. I could probably say more in this but it’s getting pretty long, so I can discuss more in the comments! Thanks so much.
Looking incompetent because they forgot to send me the script. by bucannonmitch • last post Jan 13th
Hey guys, I know it's part of the job, people will mess up and things won't always go perfect but I'd love to get your take on this. I recently filmed a corporate video where the role I was playing had a script of 180 words unbroken. Short and sweet. I spend the week learning and had it drilled in my head but when I got to the studio they said "Ok, we'll do script 1 now and then straight to script 2" I had hoped he made a mistake but he confirmed I was meant to have received another script, also 180 words. Both scripts needed to be read back to back with no cuts. He then says "Ok we still have an hour, so learn this and we're all set" I don't know if you've ever tried to learn a script so fast that the old script is now a distant memory but this was the case here. Both scripts have pretty much the same words in different order (weatherman) blustery winds, heavy showers, north-west torrential rain etc) so my mind was now muddled between the two scripts. He kept coming in the room to read with me and correcting my mistakes as he needed the words said exactly as in script. Long story short, they ended up having to do a make shift auto-cue app next to the camera for me to read from. The first script was now a muddle and it took far longer even with the auto-cue as the speed was either too fast/slow. But boy did I get the feeling that they thought I was incompetent, they seemed to be getting annoyed as the auto-cue phone app was taking so long and after many takes we got through it. I guess this is just a rant, at the time I took a deep breath and saw it as an opportunity to learn from, definitely my worst experience. Had they sent the correct scripts I'd have been in/out in an hour. I think I was there for 4, including lunch. The whole day was a strange atmosphere, from the moment I walked in I met the team of 2 and no one said a word to me for at least a minute. Later, the director brought in a guy to meet me and basically lightly grilled him for not sending me the script, it was so odd. It made no sense. I'm grateful for every role I can get, acting isn't even part-time for me so I'd love to know how a more experienced actor would have handled this. Do you just get on with it? Mention your concerns?
Comprehensive guide for aspiring actors about US O1B visa and UK's TIER 5 visa. by GlitteringTarget0 • last post Jan 12th
Most of you aspiring actors always pondered about this. "I would like to be an Actor but my country's film industry is crap, America could be a good place to start." "There are various visas to enter the UK/US, I'm sure I could use the easiest to obtain." Well, I'm sorry to burst your bubble but in order to enter the US/UK as an actor you need the O1B and Tier 5 visa specifically. >What exactly is O1B/TIER 5 visa and how do you obtain them? Well, good question! Let's start with O1B first, shall we? #O1B "Extraordinary Alien Visa" Is a visa granted for 'extraordinary' individual in the field of arts (specifically for O1B). This requires the individual to prove that they are "prominent in their field". >How do we show the government official that "we're prominent in our field?" You need to show them at least two of these criteria: - Has performed or will perform services as a lead or starring participant in a production or event that has a distinguished reputation as shown by critical reviews, ads, publicity releases, publications, contracts, or endorsements. - Has received national or international recognition for achievements through critical reviews via published materials by or about the foriegn national in major newspapers, trade journals, magazines, websites, etc. - Has performed in a lead, starring, or critical role for organizations and establishments that have a distinguished reputation as evidenced by media articles, testimonials, letters of recommendation, website reviews, and other similar items. - Has a record of major commercial or critically acclaimed success. - Has achieved significant recognition from organizations, critics, government agencies, recognized experts. - Has commanded or will command a high salary or other compensation. (Source: Lightman law firm LLC website) Along with the VERY IMPORTANT PROVE OF: - Agent or Manager who's willing to be your beneficiary. >IMPORTANT NOTE: YOU ALSO NEED UPWARDS OF $7000 IN ORDER TO FILE THIS VISA TO COMPLETION. So in other words you need to launch your career before you can file for a visa to enter the United States as an actor. >"What's the difference between O1B visa and EB1 visa? The requirements feels so similar to each other?" EB1 is an immigrant visa, while O1B is a non-immigrant visa. Some people on this thread said it's better for us to have the EB1 since there are studios who refused to employ people on O1B because of the extra paperwork, but most are fine with O1B. Also, in case of EB1 you may not need a beneficiary, but the evidence you gave them are going to be very heavily scrutinized, so it's a little harder to get. _________________________________________ #TIER 5 "Temporary Worker" Visa. >Is a visa used to enter the United Kingdom as an actor or other field of distinction, with almost exactly the same requirements as the US O1B requested: You need all of the following to be eligible for the creative category: - Make a unique contribution to the UK labour market, for example you’re internationally renowned or are required for continuity. - Certificate of sponsorship reference number. - Be paid the minimum salary as set by Equity, PACT or BECTU (except for models, musicians or circuses). - Enough money to support yourself in the UK - you’ll usually need to have at least £1,270 available (unless you’re exempt). - Certificate of sponsorship >You need a licensed sponsor to give you a certificate of sponsorship before you can apply to work in the UK. >A certificate of sponsorship is a reference number which holds information about the job and your personal details. It’s not an actual certificate or paper document. >Your sponsor will give you your certificate of sponsorship reference number. >They must also give you some other information to help you to apply, for example how much you’ll be paid. (Source: UK government website) ___________________________________________ So on top of being rich with lots of money to sustain yourself, you need to have experience and prove to both the US and UK government that you are in fact, an extraordinary talent. But fret not, you can always start somewhere! If not in your home country, you can kick start your career by immigrating to a country which has requirements that are easier to fill than the two countries mentioned above. There are thousands of ways to do this, you just need to persevere and be diligent in honing your crafts. Good luck to all of you out there!
HELP I HAVE TO SEDUCE THE GIRL I LIKE FOR A PLAY IDK WHAT TO DO by beatmymeatman • last post Jan 12th
so in general, ive always had quite a bit of ego in terms of my acting. i make a point to be extremely confident about everything, as ive found pretending to know exactly what you are doing greatly helps my stage performance but STILL. i have never had to do anything along the lines of seducing a girl. i am one of those people, that only ever interacts with his closest friend. i am NOT skilled socially. And now, my acting teacher, (bless her soul) just said that im going to have to seduce my "wife" in the play. I've never had a part like this. My usually completely confident act in class and in general is completely crumbled in the face of actually having to speak to a girl. i know this sounds absurd, but honestly. Other than my mother, i dont speak to girls. like EVER. i have not had a legit conversation with one it literal years. WTF do i do. also, to make matters worse, this one girl happens to be the only girl in my school i happen to find hot. i imagine this is a necessary step if i ever want to become a famous actor, but JESUS WHY NOW
why, anxious, introvert, can’t public speak... want to be an actress. by ihatgreengrapes • last post Jan 12th
* edit- “why” in title, i meant to say SHY. Lol Hey everyone i’m sorry if this is a bad place to say this or ask but i just want some input! so i’m 17, junior in HS. I’ve always been extremely shy and “backwards” (as my family says) very anxious person, most introverted as it gets. Since i was about 13 i’ve been editing videos and i’ve become very good at it, but i’ve always had the idea in the back of my mind for acting. I think only because i know i’d be good at it (which sounds narcissistic i think, but i literally know i’d be good at it) but i’m scared that i’ll fail. Idk if it’s myself wanting to make a difference for people (LGBTQ shows and actresses made a difference for me, so it’s kind of me wanting to do the same) Idk if it’s a real passion i have, but i feel like i’m already late to the game or something. I have absolutely no experience, i’ve only taken tech classes in high school, no acting classes. Idk if i’m just hyperfixating on the idea of my love for celebrities, or maybe the fame that will come with it (relates back to the inspiring people thing) or what. Idk, this is all a bunch of words but any input would be nice! and if i do want to pursue this, what would i do in college? i mean, i don’t believe there’s an “acting major” or something like that, so what would i do or like how would i build up to it? (sorry i know this isn’t a sub for the mentally deranged lmao) I also think that my connection to fictional characters is influencing my “want” to be an actress. i can cry my little heart out at the way actresses play fictional characters, and i get so in to it.
acting help by Hot-Ad-313 • last post Jan 12th
I just feel so pressured. i guess the weight of needing to be "successful" but also being financially stable are getting to my head. I love acting. I love acting just for the pure feeling of acting. I don't care to be famous or get super big. But i do want to do this. It makes me happy. I've been doing acting since middle school. I've done many school plays all throughout middle school, high school, and now college. I've even done some short films with friends for fun. I currently major in theatre and although so many tell me otherwise i can't force myself to do something else. acting just makes me happy..you know? I feel success is something that's different to each person. And i guess for me, success would be, being the best actress i could be and doing film and theatre. but i just don't know HOW. I'm so stuck in my brain and scared of failure. But at the same time, how could i fail when doing it for free would make me happy? but free won't pay bills. I wanna try getting into a talent agency soon. i wanna try. i wanna try really really hard to make this work. I'm just scared.. is it worth getting just my associates and just trying to get more hands on experience with the local theatres + whatever agency i join? or should i go for a bachelors and then try it out? ugh i don't know.. i live in texas. i feel NOTHING happens in texas like it does in LA or new york. could i still have a shot? or should i move to those places? could i still book stuff and not live in those places? i don't know..