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Questions from a young, Black actress by ServeIll • last post Sep 13th
Hi all! After lurking on this sub for about a year, I finally decided to just make an account and join lol. Basically, I am nearly 21 years old and will be graduating college with a theatre degree in the next year and a half. I’m currently based in Philadelphia but am stuck on what my next steps should be. I have a good amount of theatre credits and a handful of student film credits that I plan on building on while I’m still in school. I do have some specific questions (I’d love to hear from anyone, especially my fellow black actors): - As a Black/mixed race woman who typically plays characters between the ages of 16-22, what market would yield the most work for me: Atlanta or LA? - What is it like maneuvering this industry as a Black actor? - Would wearing my natural (curly) hair limit the kind of roles I would be called in for? - Would it be naive of me to go straight to LA with such little experience on my resume? Should I instead focus on building in a smaller market before heading out west? Any sort of guidance on what sort of path to take would be greatly appreciated! :)
How much crap is the “norm” in this industry? by ThrowawayActI • last post Sep 13th
Hello! How much crap is the “norm” that actors have to deal with, especially new actors? I’ve heard this industry is hard, but is there a line drawn somewhere....? I’ve been trying to grin and bear with the treatment from my unpaid project (roughly 6 month commitment), but I am at my wit’s end and am curious if what I am experiencing is just the tip of the iceberg for this industry and is something I should just grit my teeth through and trudge along. My time is not respected and the project was once canceled out of whim because of some drama within the team. I got “demoted” to a smaller role for missing a rehearsal even though I had a legitimate reason and was informed about the demotion by another actor rather than my project lead. The lead ignores my texts while responding in the group chat and never follows up when she says she’ll call me later. Even last week, she said she would call the team, but it seems like everyone else received a call but me. She is also passive aggressive. Unless it’s on her own terms, it’s difficult to get in touch with her yet it seems like an unspoken rule that she expects a response within a few hours. I’m not being asked for sexual favors or being pushed for nudity and have been told I can quit at any time so perhaps I do not have it bad at all...I just don’t know and would appreciate input from those who have been in the industry for longer. I wouldn’t take this treatment in my day job but considering this is an entirely different industry, maybe this is nothing.
Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit Video DJ's Voice actors auditions by Coasterman0108 • last post Sep 13th
This is for my recreation coaster called "Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit" and the characters are called "Video DJs". I need voice actors for this. Everybody is welcome to sign up. Email me lomcgill14@gmail.com if you want to join or click the link Character description. Celeste- she loves country music and her father is a country star that she want to be like him. Aki- she love pop and disco music, when she dance and sings I will survive by Gloria Gaynor, she know that she will do it. Raven- She loves to listen to hardcore rock n roll music that she jams of making a music video. Rodriguez- He is a sensational Dj of Club and Electronica music that he plays the best club and electronica music like Busy Child by The Crystal Method. Tiny- he was born to rap and hip-hop and his sick beats and words that he wins everytime on the rap battle
New aspiring actor looking for an agent: How important is a demo reel? by caoroux • last post Sep 13th
Hello there everyone! As the title suggests, I am a new aspiring actor, with a bit of experience in theatre and an education in on camera acting. I would love to get an agent but unfortunately, I have no demo reel to show but I am considering making a self tape as my demo reel. Now, I know some agents doesn’t really require a reel but I believe that slims down a chance of getting accepted. But I’m worried if I make a reel, it may also be a reason to be rejected. And if I make a reel, is it better to do a monologue or have a reader? I just want peoples honest opinion and recommendation on this dilemma I have. I totally appreciate it!
Social media question by mpsalinger • last post Sep 13th
I feel like nowadays acting and social media go together hand-in-hand, a good social media presence can really be an important boost. I act in a local TV show from my country (you probably haven’t heard of it
How do I start going by stage name in acting? by lilacblue23 • last post Sep 13th
My last name is is hard to pronounce and my first name is unique (something like Zendaya or Normani) and I have always wanted to go by just go by first name because it seems more marketable. Can I only include a first name on my actor access page and casting network page, even though it is still early on in my career?
Which Drama School in UK is the best? by elyselia • last post Sep 13th
Hi everyone! I'm planning to study acting in a drama school in UK. I'm very interested in cinematographic acting, but I noticed many actors I like have been studying theatre. I haven't much experience and I would love to attend the best courses I can (if I can..
I believe I will be successful by iovoko • last post Sep 13th
I don’t know if anyone else has felt this way, or if it’s just some grandiose fantasy. I understand the odds of truly being successful as an actor. Trust me, I’m aware. But no matter how much I doubt myself, I come out of it feeling better. I have this gut feeling that it will work out. I *know* I’ll be successful. I will put in the work, I will try everything, and in the end I believe it’ll pay off. Has anyone else felt like this? Any words of wisdom?
What are your favourite monologues? And why? by n0xielle • last post Sep 13th
Being an actor was my childhood/teenage dream but then realised it's not for me. I still enjoy reading and memorizing monologues though. I'm curious what are your favourite monologues, if you don't mind sharing. Thanks! :)
Actors/Actresses with agents, how often does your agent send you out for big or worthwhile auditions? by YourMumsAVirgin69 • last post Sep 13th
Trying to update my actors access page by NimbusCloud1 • last post Sep 13th
but it appears to have no option to update anything. The edit resume tool is useless. If I try to fill it out it does not even save what I type. I can't believe people pay $ to use such a shitty website. It's been almost a year since I used it but I don't recall it being this stupid or how I got around it.
I’m not a beginner actor but I don’t have connections to agents by mraladdinsirwat • last post Sep 13th
Hi, I am a good actor! I know that sounds cocky but I got my bfa at a good place and I.... I just understand the level I’m at. I’m not the greatest but I can hold my own with the big boys. I want to find an agent but nobody seems to be wanting to see me! What can I do?
Im super. ew but i really want to learn by New_Yu99in • last post Sep 13th
I have so many questions but i dont know where to start. i honestly always wanted to be a actor but ive always been scared to try it i feel like i wouldn’t get the parts that i want/ id set my expectations to high. im a 18 year old who just graduated but never took any acting classes, ive always been good at acting id try it on people to see if i was good its always funny to see their reaction tbh but i want to take it further and go to school for it. what is your guys advice for me?
why do you love acting? by kay_citrine • last post Sep 13th
specifically asking **why you love the craft** (the work, the process... insert more cliche phrases we use to describe what we do). I'm having a super rough lapse with my mental health, and my passion for acting is suffering right now. that's what's hurting me most at the moment, I think. I could use a little inspiration, or a reminder of why this thing we do is so magical & valuable. thanks for any replies - I really love this community. helping other actors on this sub has actually helped me a lot as well, so I appreciate you folks very much. hope you're all having a great day, breaking legs & making your dreams come true!
Los Angeles Actor/VO to Seattle? by rosencranzand • last post Sep 13th
Hi Seattle theatre/film/vo folk. I'm an actor and "VO Artist" (do we love that term?) who has been at it here in Los Angeles for almost 10 years. I've never been super compatible with LA but I do love the industry opportunities and it does have my heart. However, with all this time that we've all had to process, amongst the virus and the burning and the oh my god oh my god, I have with my partner begun to consider if I wanted to start a new chapter somewhere else. I've always liked seattle when I visited, and since my partner does have tech-industry experience it is appealing. My question is on the acting side of course. My work has primarily been as a VO artist, which luckily I've been able to do from home post-pandemic, but I also love the brief times I've been in front of the camera, and in the past, on stage. I have some notable TV Film, and Video Game Credits but pretty much all on the co-star/guest star level. I'm also in my late 30s so, yeah, for reference. What would you foresee for someone like me who lands in Seattle? What are the paths and the avenues people take and how hard is it to make a living? I know the San Francisco market a little and know that it was very very hard for actors there to actually make a living, but that was especially because it was so expensive. Thanks for your thoughts!
Does an applicants fame/following impact their chances of acceptance into a drama school? by stupidactress • last post Sep 13th
Hey! Random question... Do people who have a high amount of followers or are already famous singers/actors/etc have a better chance at getting into certain drama schools? If two people had the same experience and skill level, but one had a large social media following, would they be more likely to get in?
Thoughts on Taron Egerton? by iovoko • last post Sep 13th
He’s a relatively popular actor from Wales, but most people don’t know his name. Played Elton John in Rocketman and starred as Eggsy in the Kingsman franchise, among other things. I think he’s an incredible actor, as well as an amazing singer, and I’m surprised he isn’t more famous. I’m curious to know what everyone else thinks of him?
Write own monologue for reel, or use existing footage for submission to agencies by mark55 • last post Sep 13th
I'm an actor who transitioned from stage to film about four years ago. I've landed a good amount of gigs, had small parts in some Lifetime originals, a featured extra in a few SAG films filmed locally here in Western New York - as well as a ton of indie stuff. My problem is, I have some very good bits of footage - but I don't think I have anything to display the skills I've picked up through training these last few years. I am looking to submit to local casting directors and try to find an agent. ​ Would it be a good idea to write a monologue and film it (with professional equipment) in order to submit to casting directors and agents, or should I stick with my cobbled together 30 second bits of footage?
Has anyone gotten an agent off of talent link with ACtors Access? by mraladdinsirwat • last post Sep 13th
Just curious if anyone has gotten an agent that way! Or their experience with Talent Link
Latino Actors and misrepresentation by ZodDestroyerOfWorlds • last post Sep 13th
Hey everyone I'm a 1/2 white 1/2 Mexican individual who looks super racially/ethnically ambiguous and am in college, I plan to move to either LA or NYC after graduating (I've got time) but am concerned about Latino representation in the industry. Latinos make up barely 3-4% of both I front and behind camera positions in filmed productions (not sure about the stage but it's still not much) and I'm kind of concerned that when I do move that I will be misrepresented and stereotyped for roles. I'm aware that types are an important part of roles that I could potentially be cast in but still I feel like I will be at a disadvantage against white actors. I'm confused and frustrated and concerned for my future career simply based off of the color of my skin and where I come from. I don't know what to think but all I know is that I've got to go and do what I need to do. I have to learn and grow a lot more as an actor before I leave college but am asking for advice.