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Comedic Actors in LA? by Kennerps • last post Sep 30th
Hello! I’m in LA looking to get my creative juices flowing. Would there be any comedic or dramatic actors interested in creating scripts together?
Seeking Advice: Zoom Audition (Webcam Recommendations) by TwinJuan07 • last post Sep 29th
Hey friends! I have some Zoom auditions coming up, and I don't have a laptop, and I find using my smartphone for auditions unreliable. I have a Desktop computer that is directly connected to my modem and would make me feel much more comfortable using for auditions. For other actors auditioning on Zoom on your desktops are there webcams that you could recommend for me to buy? Let me now! Thanks!
Would You Watch Live Theatre Over Zoom? by charlieEcheesie • last post Sep 29th
Hello! I’m an actor studying theatre in university and I’ve just started the rehearsal process for a show that will be performed entirely over Zoom. I’ve never done -or watched- an online show that was more than just a one-time script read so I was wondering how many people would actually watch a live show on Zoom? No wrong answers just wanted to know the general consensus within the acting community!
Lost interest in acting? What should I do? by yamak12 • last post Sep 29th
Hi, I have come across a problem that is weighing on me a lot and making me feel sick. Ever since I can remember, I’ve always wanted to be an actor. There have been things that I have as realistic goals, but the thing that always put butterfly’s in my stomach when I talked about it was acting. Recently, I have been thinking about applying to some pretty big acting schools, and I haven’t felt like my parents have been that supportive. It wasn’t until last night when I talked to them that I truly felt like they believed in me, and were willing to give me the support I needed to have a shot of making it into those schools. Now that I have that support, the undying passion, the thinking about it every second of the day, the not wanting to do anything else, has become numb and I can’t get it back. People have told me to take a break but I feel like right now it’s a critical stage in preparing my auditions and I need to get on track ASAP, but my insides don’t have that same passion that I did yesterday. What worries me is I don’t know whether it’s my brain finally taking a break and being relieved that I got support in acting, and just needing a few days or I truly don’t know what I want in life and the idea of getting something was enough of a high to make me feel better. It makes me sick because all I want to do is act, but my heart is working against me all of a sudden now.
Narration actors, what to do differently? by RoyOfCon • last post Sep 29th
Hi everyone, I was working with the producer who is going to be creating my demo today, and he mentioned that he wanted to try my voice with narration as well (I’ve been working towards a commercial demo in mind, this was a surprising new venture for me to attempt). To those with narration experience, what is different/similar to commercial work (other than the amount of copy and length of project)? Anything you do differently in terms of process to prepare for a role? I’m hoping to get a little understanding of it prior to my next meeting with him next week. I never really saw myself in a narration role, so this is going to be a cool thing to try out! Thank you for any insight you may have!
How to get noticed by CAA by Meelad77 • last post Sep 29th
I'm young and thinking about becoming an actor but I started thinking about it watching marvel movies and that's my goal but it is super hard to get onto one and I done some research and most of the actors are with CAA but if I want to become an actor there is no way they will immediately accept me if they can get people into marvel movies. I'm still in high school and I will start taking theatre classes to test it out and I've been looking around and all I see is people struggling trying to act and people that are depressed because they can't pay their bills or anything because acting just won't pay. And I really don't want to live a starving artist life I want to get onto a big movie but that is a very hard dream and even I get sad sometimes thinking about becoming an actor because I feel like if I do it will go completely wrong and I will realize that I have failed and I have nothing to do. I have just been posting on reddit asking questions so I can feel more confident and stop being so sad all the time. So what are the steps and requirements to get noticed by CAA.
Is my manager entitled to my residuals, even though he had no involvement in booking the role? by TheGoofyPharaoh • last post Sep 29th
Bit of context: I booked a co-star role back in 2018 that kickstarted my eligibility for a SAG-AFTRA membership. My agent helped with the contracts and securing the role, and the show is now available on Netflix. I haven’t booked another union project since. In the interim period between the show airing and getting my first residual check from SAG, a bi-coastal manager offered to take me on (we haven’t signed an official contract, it’s basically a hip pocket representation). He usually sends out occasional email blasts to all his clients with instructions on prepping for pilot season or reminders for updating headshots/Actors Access profiles/etc. His latest email instructed that talent email him immediately when we receive a residual check in the mail or a direct deposit. He also went as far to caution that he will remove talent from the roster if we fail to notify him that a check was sent to us. That’s all fine and dandy, and I get that’s how managers make a living by taking a 15-20% cut out of our acting paychecks. But does that also include residuals from roles that we booked earlier in our careers or before they joined our team? Should I inform him about the residual check I just got in the mail?
Becoming an actor by BobbyGuy1320 • last post Sep 29th
I have an interest in acting and wanted to know something. How can a beginner get into to how to acting without classes? Im 14 and know absolutely nothing about it. Already feeling like its a bit late for me to act but i know thats not true. So without classes how can I learn the basis of acting or something. Or would I have to learn formally?
There's an open casting call in an area near me, does anyone have tips on how to make an effective self tape? by Makar_Accomplice • last post Sep 29th
From what I know of self tapes, generally they feature clips from your acting experience. However this one's a little different. As it's a call for teenagers who may not have had much performance experience, they've suggsted that it sould take the form of a conversation, almost. It's more about getting to know the actors, and presumably if they like the kind of person that they see and think that they could work well in the environment, they'll ask potential actors to send in a clip of them acting. At least, that's how I understand it. Here's what they said in their form: >"The idea is that people introduce themselves, say their names, how old they are, what area they live in, maybe tell us where their names come from? Why their parents called them that. Do they have a nickname, where does it come from? A little bit about their family, what they love doing and what they don’t like doing perhaps?! We would want to encourage them to be creative, to tell us about themselves, we want to get to know them a bit, the things they love doing in life. We are keen to get a feel for their world. > >They can either tell us this or if someone off camera asks them: > >What’s your name? Where does your name come from? Tell us a joke! Sing a song, strum guitar, hop on a horse, shoot some hoops, do something you enjoy?! How old are you and when is your birthday date? Where do you live and what do you enjoy about being there? What did you have for breakfast? Tell us a bit about your family? What do you enjoy doing? Who are your favourite people in your life? " I'm not sure how this should go, but [I've had a go at writing what I think I could say](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13l3Yg4WXkVheg1Af8ZIUB2-Vx56G4PMXSTh0Dmsl1Tc/edit). Am I going about it the right way, or do I need to change it?
Acting resume - public lectures/speaking events and concerts, can I put them on? by dummy-thiccchungus • last post Sep 29th
In the past, I’ve done some lectures and booked speaking events and performed as a singer for a while. Would this just be relegated to “special skills” at the bottom or would I put it somewhere else bc I have training as an actor, but only a few, non-union theater+film credits.
I'm 15 years old and decided I want to be an actor. by Flamevian • last post Sep 29th
I realized that I have a passion for acting and content creating. I already read the how to get started from tjis reddit. What is the first thing I should do right now (mind you we are in a pandemic, I'm American.) I plan on starting a YouTube channel when im 18 and go to college. My goal/vision is to have a "high paying" acting role by the time I am a senior in college/ 22 years old. Please give me some advice and tips anything is helpful.
Anyone wanna make a short film/movie? by sbtxyz77 • last post Sep 29th
Hey I’m a 15 year old kid and it’s my dream to become an actor! I loved movies like unsubscribe where they made the whole movie on a zoom call! I wanna make something like that! If u wanna make something like that DM me!
Trying to get started in V/O and audiobook narration , where do I learn more? by korenski23 • last post Sep 29th
Anyone have any advice where to start learning about voice over and audiobook narration? I am already an actor, but where can I learn about how to get started in voice over and audiobooks? Anyone have take any online courses or know any experts they recommend? The only class I’ve found so far wants $720 to teach I don’t even know what, supposedly the things we require for audiobook narration. I can spend $200 no problem on a class a month. But beyond that I have to know that it’s going to be beyond special. So any tips let me know!
Trying to start Audiobook narrating by korenski23 • last post Sep 29th
Anyone have any advice where to start learning about audiobook narration? I am already an actor, but where can I learn about how to get started in voice over, specifically audiobooks? Anyone have an online courses or experts they recommend?
favorite villains? by redalienbaby • last post Sep 29th
it's such a difficult thing for an actor to play a really good villain. To me, the best villains are never too on the nose, they always find an interesting side of the character to tap into that clearly wasn't on the page without them. My favorites would probably be Heath Ledger as Joker, Javier Bardem in No Country for Old Men and Sam Rockwell in Charlie's Angels ​ EDIT: how could I forget? Mike Myers as Dr. Evil!
Hereditary - Can we please talk about Toni Collette in the seance scene for a second!? by why_not998 • last post Sep 29th
[Click on post for scene](https://reddit.com/link/j25ufv/video/1dwxw0evw4q51/player) Alright, I'm so glad I've finally had the chance to join, because I've been wanting to talk about this since forever! So I'll jump right in. As the title says I've just wanted to take a moment, and discuss Toni Collette in this bloody genius movie & scene. I think an appropriate way to start is by asking how freaking mind-blowing is what this woman manages to do in this film?? I'm sure there have been other extremely well deserved appreciation posts for her acting, but I'd like to focus here on this seance clip in particular. I'd like to do that because she literally has a **panic attack** in this scene! The brilliant build up, and the way she manages to have you so freaked out, right from the start after Joan says "Louis, are you here?". The sheer terror on her face when she turns to the side makes you honestly believe there's something there in the room with them. Her gradual state of panic, her voice cracking, the manner in which she truly makes you feel how uncomfortable she/her character is in that situation - something absolutely out of this world. As I've mentioned before, she literally has a panic attack on screen! I've honestly never seen any actor do that and present being uneasy and afraid in such an utterly desperate and genuine way before. For anyone to be able to do that so realistically in such a far-fetched context normally, takes true talent. I was legit worried for her for a sec there. So there we go, this is pretty much the post, thanks for coming to my TedTalk haha. Honestly, she is regretfully underrated, and the fact that she was so overlooked in this movie should literally be considered a crime. Her raw mix of two completely different styles between fierceness and vulnerability at the same time, sky rocketed the bar to infinity. She should be in general and especially for this performance in that specific list of best performances of all time. On such a high position as well. Really a shame, that she didn't get the deserved love and attention for this and people don't talk about it enough. Anyways, long story short, thank you if you got to this point, please feel free to let me know your opinion on this scene, her acting in this scene and in the movie in general or if there's anything you'd like to add I'd be more than happy and curious to hear!
How can I be a supportive partner to someone not getting roles by bowkingjoe • last post Sep 28th
Hey r/acting! I need your help! My partner hasn’t been telling me about her auditions - she explained the likelihood of getting a role was super low and that most actors/actresses don’t tell their partners about their auditions b/c they often feel pitied/patronised etc. I get it and have told her she can tell me whatever she wants whenever she wants. But when she does tell me I want to be able to say the right thing / listen right / just be the right person and not say something wrong which would mean she wouldn’t tell me again. I have a boring full time job so I wouldn’t understand the audition life, but in the same way that I might not understand racism (I’m white), I’ve educated myself to be a good friend to my friends who may deal with racism. Does anyone have any tips for how I can be a supportive partner - if/when she shares with me? Thanks
Looking for voice actors to feature on a podcast! by ClutchedAreMyNuts • last post Sep 28th
Hey there, I'm a host of a podcast named Pigeons Save The World on spotify and youtube, we're looking for voice actors interested in talking about their work and hobbies. We are discussion based and hosted over discord. Hit me up if interested.
Left an abusive ex, paying off debt, & my company is permanently remote; at 30 y/o I think I'm going to give acting a shot. Just read FAQ and now have questions. by -stormborn- • last post Sep 28th
Hi there. As guilty as I feel to admit this, 2020 has been a year of huge personal growth for me. I've reached a place mentally where I want to pursue my dream of acting (film or stage), and am looking for any advice or recommendations from others who have been in my shoes. This is all something I'd like to work toward in the next few years. 1. I'm tentatively planning on paying the rest of my debt off and then saving about $10k before moving west. Is LA really the best move, or are there other locations I should highly consider (in or outside the USA)? 2. I have no experience. English Lit degree + I acted in high school. I need training. Is it **insane** to go back to school for a degree in acting? Would it be a waste of money, or could I potentially save money by going overseas (EU schools are still so expensive for international students)? Or would I be better off just taking classes/workshops at my age? I'm not sure which would "boost" my resume more, and have doubts about the efficacy or depth of (some) classes and workshops. 3. How much time should I plan on dedicating to auditions each week? My job is remote with very flexible hours, but on average demands ~30 hr/week. Would I be better suited finding a part time serving/bartending job that requires less of my time? I'm inclined to make my current job work since it means I can live anywhere, and that feels like a massive advantage. Just curious what a workweek looks like for gig-less actors. 4. What may this journey realistically look like? For example: I build savings, find a place, move, begin auditioning like crazy for all non-union jobs, down the road I get head shots, maybe land some work, network, maybe find an agent, build up experience to join the union, and continue auditioning like crazy? I'm sure there are many different pathways, just curious what a very general template would look like as something to work toward. Prior to this year it felt impossible to pursue a career/side job in acting because I was chained to a desk 9-5 and had so much debt. I'd be really interested in hearing from other aspiring or working actors, or those otherwise involved in the industry. P.S. I have no delusions about becoming wealthy or famous. Also: I read the wiki thoroughly so I hope these questions aren't cliche or annoying. Any response is appreciated, thanks in advance!