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Can anyone help me understand my SAG/AFTRA residuals a bit better? by bouncycastle26  •  last post Jul 28th

Let me preface this with saying I am NOT complaining about the checks that keep popping up in my mailbox... So I'm a union member who has had 2 co-star credits. One actually had no dialogue and was part of a flashback set to music for a Netflix show, the other was a 2-liner for a CBS pilot that was picked up and is still on the air. I've probably received 3 or 4 residual checks for the Netflix role over the course of 5 years, but I have received SEVERAL for the CBS pilot, and they are all NICE. The residual checks for the CBS show come about once every 3 months, and are truly about 20-50% of how much I initially made for the project. My question is how does this work? Why am I receiving these, and is there a pattern so I can predict this income? Does it have to do with the network? Does it have to do with the fact that I was in the pilot? The check I received today says "Promotional Launch", I've also received ones that say "Internet Free"... does anyone have any insight into this? I've tried to just be like "woooo money this is awesome" but I am a naturally inquisitive person and would like to be able to understand and explain this side of the work/union. I try and get as many young actors excited about joining SAG as I can, and I feel like, if I understood residuals a bit better, that would be another excellent reason to join. :) Thanks in advance for any insight, I'll take any and all resources!!

Actors Access Question by devy_stated  •  last post Jul 28th

Hi! So since graduating I've had the same agent, who guided me through all of the online aspects of the business since it was all new to me. She had me set up my Actors Access, Casting Networks, and Now Casting accounts, and she would obviously submit me through these sites. Because of covid, she's closing her agency and I am in the process of trying to find new representation. I read somewhere to make sure all my sites are up to date. I've logged on and things look the same, the only difference is that she is no longer listed as my representation. But I was under the impression that these sites had a fee, so I'm confused. Do I have to do something to change the payment so it's charged to me? Or was I wrong about the fee? And can I submit myself for things on these sites while I'm between agents? Sorry if this is a dumb question, I'm not tech savvy whatsoever and only ever dealt with these sites through her. Thanks! :)

Short film casting by jawn-of-the-jungle  •  last post Jul 28th

I’m a student in Maryland looking to cast actors for a short film. Its a dark/offensive comedy. I need actors for a particular fight scene. Due to the nature of the script, I’m trying to look for anyone comfortable with exploiting a speech impediment or disability such as autism or Down syndrome for the sake of comedy. If anybody is interested please message me for further details!

Would you play a role even if you hated the project’s plot/script? by bcquarentine  •  last post Jul 28th

so my I was talking about an actor in a very cheesy movie with my friend and she said that even if she were offered a role in a movie like that she wouldn’t do it. But this role is what really got the actor known. So I was just wondering even if you thought it was a very bad concept would you still accept it if this role could potentially launch your career? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/hz92na)

Hey, I'm looking for some voice actors if you're interested :) by Ya-boi-Joey-T  •  last post Jul 28th

UPFRONT SO YOU DONT CALL ME CHEAP This is totally just for fun. I'm doing a YouTube community theater thing where I write plays (more like short skits) and then animate them. I respect you guys and appreciate your position of not wanting to do free work for a kid with 17 subscribers, I just think it's fun. This first skit is very simple. It's a guy trying to get back with a girl, who's explaining to him why she broke up with him. It's not great, but it's alright. If you're interested, that's awesome :) if not, totally understandable. Also obviously I would give you credit and link to your social media, but that doesn't pay bills so I completely understand if this isn't for you. Thanks guys! Break legs in all endeavors!

Great insight into the mind and methods of Jeremy Strong. by noshoesyoulose  •  last post Jul 27th

If you’re looking for some inspiration... Jeremy Strong, who plays Kendall Roy on HBO’s Succession, provides some terrific insight into his methodology as an actor on the show’s official podcast. I won’t give away the details, but I found that just listening to him talk about his process was humbling for me and a good reminder to keep putting in the hard work—deep character development—because that’s where the meat is, and that’s how you’ll find the freedom to let go of yourself as you step into your character. [Here’s a link for Apple Podcasts, though I’m sure it’s available on any platform.](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hbos-succession-podcast/id1522790936?i=1000485457282)

How to stay motivated in acting when there is no tangible way to measure success when you're starting out? by xMonkeyKingx  •  last post Jul 27th

I want to get into acting, but I know I'm terrible and it's hard to gauge how much better I'm getting compared to an actual "job" or Hobby If I do sales I can see if I do better on a daily or weekly basis If I like building Legos I can see myself getting better every time I build it But with acting sometimes it's subjective, sometimes it's based on the role, sometimes it's based on the difference on what the director wants and what the actor thinks they want. It's very difficult to see how far I can go with this. Should I just give up on acting as a career and treat it like a hobby? I know that the chance of even moderate success is very close to zero.

Jamaican Casting Websites like Backstage? by lushglowingtrees  •  last post Jul 27th

I’m shooting a film in jamaica, and looking to cast Jamaican actors. What website should I use to find talent that might be equivalent to American Backstage?

Hair Dilemma - PLEASE ADVISE AND HELP! by localhsu  •  last post Jul 26th

Hi everyone! I hope you all are staying safe and healthy during this pandemic. I am having a little bit of a dilemma and was wondering if you guys could help me out. I've been wanting to buzz my hair short for the past couple months. However, I am worried that it will affect my casting chances as an actress. But then again, hair grows back and I can easily wear a wig if they need me to, right? I don't know... If anyone could give me some advice that would be wonderful! Thank you.

Feeling very doubtful about my future with acting by Cancerkillme  •  last post Jul 26th

I’m just overwhelmed and keep comparing myself with other Australian actors. All I want to do is be on neighbours or home and away. I just wish I had natural talent but I obviously don’t and I don’t have enough money for drama school. It just feels like the universe is telling me no.

CD told my agent they don’t remember me even though I have emails of them calling me in. by CuspChaser111  •  last post Jul 26th

I am proud of the reputation I’ve made with CDs. I’ve always gone in prepared, with my moments down, and I know callbacks, getting called in more often, and bookings are signs I’m doing my work as an actor. A new agent I’m working with told me a CD says they “never heard of me” when they’ve called me in before. As you can imagine this has perplexed me as I have emails from said CD and even callback emails from same CD which I have forwarded to agent. Agent says CD still does not remember me and claims never to have called me in. On top of all of this I was on an sketch comedy team a few years back with CD too. I can’t imagine what I could’ve done to upset CD as I’ve worked very hard to be professional, polite, & kind in the room. I’m wondering if I should reach out to CD (heck they’re even a FB friend!) and re-introduce and say hi. Agent said not to but... I dunno this seems fishy.

First Post on Reddit by AgedEmo  •  last post Jul 26th

I've lurked on a few subs but never joined reddit until today when I saw this one. You seem like the people to ask a question that's been getting to me lately. I'm about to be 35. Before University I was in acting hobby groups, but I wasn't near any places that offered it academically. Went to Uni, did English, got boring customer service job after boring customer service job. I'm a capable writer, so I'm working on a novel while looking for another boring admin job that might get me away from customers. The truth is, I've always wanted to be an actor. The work itself is what appeals, none of the 'famous' or 'rich' dreams that tend to come with it. But I don't know how to begin at this time of life. I look about ten years younger than I am, which I think might help, but I'm well-aware of the pressures on women in the field and... is there any way to begin working on this? Even if I fail, at least I'd have tried. Money's a bit of a concern, I make just about enough to pay my bills atm. What are practical first steps? I tried looking at acting courses but all the pictures are these 19-yr-olds and I get intimidated imagining me being the oldest person there. Not to mention I can't commit to a full-time educational thing without an income for a year. The same intimidation factor applied when I think about local theatre groups. All this stuff to get young people into the arts... I wish I'd grown up near a city! A part of me wonders if I can just like, look up an audition and turn up, but I don't even understand what they entail and I don't know if I have the skills. My confidence could take a bit of work too. Sorry for the long post, I just saw people in here actually putting in the work for their dream and I really wish it was me and that I had the first idea of how to proceed. (Also in tears after a couple hours job-hunting so pls be gentle with me.)

Pulling Adam's Apple for Voices by Amenbreaker  •  last post Jul 26th

Hey! I've read and seen somewhere that there are some voice actors that manually push/pull their Adam's Apple to attain a certain voice or pitch in their performances, e.g. Michael Korvach (as Angel Dust in Hazbin Hotel) Is this a safe technique or is it not recommended? I've seen info about this about it being bad for singing, but I can't find anything in terms of voice acting about what people really say about this.

I'd like to start an acting meetup, where other actors practice cold readings and acting. How do I do that? by Necessary-Fact  •  last post Jul 26th

I'd like to start an acting meetup, where other actors practice cold readings and acting. We could practice in my garage. Is there something like that? Has that been done before? Maybe like a toastmasters meetup but for practicing acting.

Looking to build an acting friend group by Theealexking  •  last post Jul 26th

Hey guys I’m new to this group so I hope this isn’t against the rules, but I moved to California to be an actor about a month ago and I’m looking to find some people to befriend and push each other to reaching our goals. I even started a YouTube channel documenting my journey to becoming a working actor and maybe provide a video journal for other actors wanting to make it! I would love it if I could talk to some of you and if anyone is interested I’ll link my YouTube. I don’t have many people following me and no one in California to talk to so I would love if I could talk to some people! Oh my name is Alex and I’m 19 I hope this doesn’t get taken down for breaking any rules haha.[my YouTube :)](https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCeYIOC2616TzBSE2Ylvlv8A)

Studying by bellmin8  •  last post Jul 25th

Hi, I was wondering when it comes to analysing an actor or film in general or on stage (when the theatres reopen), What things should I be noting down? Gestures and facial expression is all I can think of. If possible could you recommend some actors maybe you find interesting to analyse? I have my notebook ready but I’m abit unsure on how to get started? Thank you and Stay Safe :)