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How do I become a proper Shakespearean? by Kvothes_Last_Shirt • last post Jun 10th
I’m an actor (m23) with a BFA in Musical Theatre. I’ve admired the bard since high school and have studied most of the canon, but my degree program offered a limited course on Shakespeare (only analyzing the plays for speeches that could be used in auditions). I had always planned to use my credits to further my education and get a Masters in Drama, but the current pandemic has forced me to reevaluate that, financially and so forth. Since I’ve been stuck at home I’ve been consuming as much of Willy Shakes as I can. I’ve been reading character studies, reading along to film adaptations and live performances, listening to Peter Saccio’s lectures by The Great Courses, but I still feel I’ve barely scratched the surface. For my fellow artists, is there any advice you could extend that will make me a well-rounded Shakespeare actor? I.E. online degree programs, monologues to consider, whatever you can impart.
Am I going to ready for an agent, and other questions related to the industry? by MCP247 • last post Jun 10th
I am a teenager and have been acting for about 2 years. I’ve been in a few school plays as some in between characters, not leads, but not the smallest parts. There’s only been a couple of times for me to do plays though as most shows in schools and in my area are for only musicals. I’ve taken singing lessons for the last couple of months, but have only gotten ensemble parts in a few musicals. My dream though is to be a tv/movie actor. About 8 months ago I started to pursue it. For a couple of months I took a teen on-camera class. I didn’t stick around though as we just performed scenes for a few minutes and I didn’t learn anything. I also felt that I wouldn’t be able to progress as people did that class for years and didn’t seem to have grown at all. For the last 6 months or so, I’ve done acting classes around 2 times a week at my local children performing arts center. It was pretty laid back and unprofessional and unfortunately I didn’t learn a lot either. Mostly just having fun with character work which wasn’t very helpful. During this time I read several books on on camera work and acting techniques and I feel like I have a good understanding of acting beyond just the basics. Over quarantine I’ve taken a 6 week advanced scene study class, 4 week class, and some sitcom workshops week where I’ve really honed in my skills. I’ve met many people near my age that seem to be around my skill level. Most of them have agents/managers and have done some professional work. This is my ultimate goal. I’m not sure if I’m ready, but I think I’m close. I wouldn’t say I’m an amazing actor especially character actor, but I think I’m good enough at just plain acting to start moving my career along. I’d like to be as developed as possible in the industry before I go to college. I just turned 15. I know this seems very detailed and going nowhere, but I do have a couple of questions to ask. Based on what you know, am I ready to get an agent? For someone my age (15) should I just start with an agent or should I just start applying for roles in student films? At the end of July I’m hopefully participating in an agent showcase, do I need headshots before this? Should I try to get involved in a project before the showcase, so my resume isn’t empty? Any other advice? Also I live in PA, but visit NYC about once a month for a few days and I can stay for multiple weeks during the summer. If you read this entire thing, thank you. Have a great rest of your day.
Height as an actor by jjbota420 • last post Jun 10th
I’m 6’7” and was wondering how that affects acting. Is height an issue in terms of being typecast or left out of roles? Would my abilities be judged the same way as for someone who is of average height?
Should I Still Pursue Acting? by ClosetoParfait • last post Jun 9th
Ever since I was young, I loved acting and I could only see myself pursuing this profession. However, every time I spoke about becoming a professional actress, someone would criticize and tell me I would never make it. It was especially hard coming from my family. It really took a toll on me and I gave up on it completely. Fast forward to the present, I'm 19, going to university for a degree that I'm only sort of into, and can't get my head out of becoming an actress. However, I still don't have the support, don't look like one (too big, crooked teeth etc), and I live in a city that isn't well known as Los Angeles or NYC. Should I still pursue it?
Entering the biz at 31...kind of by jumorris25 • last post Jun 9th
I am planning a move in August to either NYC or LA to get started in the acting world. I have worked professionally as an opera singer, so I do have extensive stage experience. And, while acting is obviously a part of operatic performances, it is by no means the most important part. So, I’ll be showing up with pretty limited experience in the eyes of many casting directors. I turned 31 last week, and I just recently (within the last four months or so) made the decision that I want to pursue this new career path. I’ve been combing filmographies of my favorite actors and the good majority started in their twenties (or even earlier). I know 31 is not *too* late, but I can’t help but feel a little discouraged when I see this. For those of you who started in your 30s (or later), do you think that made things significantly more difficult? I would love to hear about some of your experiences!!
Any actors interested in doing this? by cegan427 • last post Jun 9th
Hello everyone, I'm wondering if anyone is interested in being interviewed for [my new website](https://theinterviewbrity.wordpress.com). I ask about 8-10 questions about your life as an actor. While it sounds cool, I can't promise you any payment or publicity as means of gratitude for your time. The site is only 3 weeks old, so it's going through growing pains. DM me if you or anyone else you know is interested.
Actor who started (switched from another career) late. by ResistAndDream • last post Jun 9th
Hey, There are often questions about actors who started their acting career late. And in the answers there is a list of people, but whenever i am checking someone it turns out that he studied drama early (about 20s), but only got a breakthrough later. My question here is. Do you know actors who started learning acting later in life?
Obsession with role by Little062 • last post Jun 9th
Is there such thing as when an actor become too immersed or obsessed with their role? Does this become unhealthy? If so, how does one prevent it from happening? I remember reading about something similar to this happening to Heath Ledger in his Dark Knight role and a few other actors.
Disapproving family by ataozdemir • last post Jun 9th
All the way through college and whenever I study at home I always get disapproving looks from my family and being told to aim lower I know becoming an actor is one of toughest career path there is but I’ve got to try for something I love and I’m passionate about. Has anyone gone through this? I got a scholarship for an acting school in New York but unfortunately still couldn’t afford it so I know I’m good enough,And how do you keep motivated to carry on when everyone around you puts you down?
Voice actor wanted for one minute script reading! by jennaowo • last post Jun 9th
I’m turning my history project into a video segment where a voiceover will be required for a one minute narration. I was wondering if anyone can assist and lend me their voice. I can send you the script and all you need to do is record it and send it to me. PM me for more info & questions. :-)
What's the best, most respectful way to get a remote voice actor to redo a line? by ktmochiii • last post Jun 9th
Is it better to get on a call and record with the voice actor to make sure the line is as you expect? Or just have them do it by themselves and request a redo later? Or is it normal to just go with whatever they record? I'm afraid the description of my request may be misinterpreted in the future even with a video, so I just want to hear from you all your experiences and what is best. Thanks so much for the advice! [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/gzvpqm)
Looking for Actors (MD, VA, DC area) by Whrck_Productions • last post Jun 9th
Whrck Productions is a small student production company and is looking for people who are intrested in acting, we are located in the Maryland/DC area. Any and all ages are welcomed. For more info DM here or email [Whrckfilms@gmail.com](mailto:Whrckfilms@gmail.com) Most of this would be for student or small shorts, and not professional level works as of yet, but plan to in the future! Thanks for your time!
Looking for a female child like voice actor for a one minute script read! by jennaowo • last post Jun 9th
I’m turning my history project into a video segment where a voiceover will be required for a one minute narration. I was wondering if you can assist and lend me your voice. I can send you the script and all you need to do is record it and send it to me.
Scratch series audition by avocadoxyz • last post Jun 9th
I'm making a series on Scratch, and I need voice actors for it. I'm trying to advertise this in any way I can, so I thought this would be a good place. It's not very big. It's a sci-fi space type thing. There are no restrictions. Here is a link to the project: [https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/403526316/](https://scratch.mit.edu/projects/403526316/)
How much would it cost for a specialized singing role by Cindrawhisp • last post Jun 8th
Basically I'm trying to make my own voice synthesizer and I realized that I need to do a crowdfunding campaign for it eventually. Basically the script for the voice providers (same as a voice actor but for a voice synth) has the language and notes at the top. On the side are the phonetic inputs for the program then examples of the sound. Phonemes are basically small bits of any language. So for example the sound t makes is one phoneme. The VP would have to record the whole script at 5 different pitches. [Here's what the English script looks like.](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1u_pC_n94a2sylqcHUy5FNS7y9ZC-YL72/view?usp=sharing) The way I write the scripts are to allow a VP that doesn't know a language to be able to produce those sounds. The way the script has to be done is by either singing the phoneme or word. The mascots/default voices for it will be available in all the languages I want to offer at release (English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Tagalog). It would be one male and female. They each would have 7 recorded voicebanks (different tones like natural or whisper). They'ed also have a set of raspier samples only at their base pitch, one set of vocal fry samples and one set of falsetto samples per bank. They'ed also have a set of non syllabic samples (ex: laughter) that only need to be recorded once. So it would be a lot. I'm not in the right place to hire anyone yet. I just want to get a rough estimation for how much this would cost so I could make a good goal for whatever crowdfunding site I go for. Feel free to ask me questions.
Any tips for finding gigs? by Rajika_albjuit • last post Jun 8th
To be honest. I always wanted to become a voice actor. But I'm unsure where to even start. Especially as a young person.
Movement techniques that release emotion by bosharpe1 • last post Jun 8th
Hi everybody, I'm reading Bill Epser's book at the moment and there's a section of one chapter where he mentions that some actors have blunted their emotional responses and might be as well to take some movement classes to put them back in touch and release the tension that holds their emotions back. Are their specific classes or methods that anybody here might be familiar with similar to what Bill mentions?
Seeking two masculine-voiced voice actors for short paid gig. by InstantBouquet • last post Jun 8th
I am looking for two voice actors with masculine voices (one with an Australian accent, one with an American Southern accent) to fill the roles of NPCs for one scripted, recorded, AND PAID reading. ($40 flat for both actors, this will be less than 5 pages in length.) I am a Storyteller/Game Master currently running a Vampire the Masquerade game and where I do all of my NPC's voices myself during sessions, I would like to put together a recording I can play as my players observe a scene during the end-of-an-arc-session coming up sometime in late July. No previous experience required. If you're interested: Check out my BTVA link: [https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/members/Feather/casting-call/Vampire-the-Masquerade-Scene-Voice-Over/](https://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/members/Feather/casting-call/Vampire-the-Masquerade-Scene-Voice-Over/) Join the Discord server for more information: [https://discord.gg/QyD8D4e](https://discord.gg/QyD8D4e) Or message me directly on Discord: Feather#4120
Becoming an actor later in life? by guiporto32 • last post Jun 8th
I'm a 34-year-old musician and lately I've been dealing with the fact that I've always wanted to be an actor but keep on talking myself out of it throughout the years. Becoming a singer and musician with stage experience has definitely helped me explore this side of me but I think that's not enough. At this age, I'm willing to actually study and practice to become an actor. Anyone here has become an actor later in life? Should I go for it? Any tips?