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Do you have to go to drama school? by happiestmo • last post May 29th
Hi! I am doing an online course during quarantine, and have recently come to the realisation that I want to persue acting and singing, some sort of musical theatre route. In the online course, the teacher has told us "unless you get professional training in a comprehensive programme that covers theatre, TV, film, voice, movement, acting technique, as a minimum, you have no chance in this industry. and that's from someone who has worked in this industry for 30 years and worked with award winning actors, everyone agrees". He then suggested drama schools. But, here's the problem, I am already studying Psychology and am heading into my final year of university. I can't get student funding anymore due to that, and my family is so low income that I have no way of getting funding through them. I have no idea what to do. If drama school is the only way in, then I really have no chance, I will never afford it. Is there really no other way? I would appreciate some advice, words of wisdom. Also in your comment, I would appreciate you noting your professional experience in the industry, so I know where you're coming from.
Looking for Female Voice Actor With Teen Voice, Longterm Gig by movieshowtime • last post May 28th
Hi! Our company Crealon Media Group is looking for a voice actor who can cover Tiktok related topics on our YouTube channel. It's important that you're available for voice overs all days of the week. You need a soft/personable voice. We're looking to pay about $1200/month for this position. You'll be sent a script of about 1500 - 2000 words per day!
Darin Heames, Actor to Actor - not your typical acting class by John J Vogel • last post May 28th
For five days next week, veteran actor Darin Heames gives an insiders look into what it takes to be a working actor in this crazy industry. And it's free! 5 DAY ACTING CAREER ACCELERATOR Each day starts at 12pm PST Monday 6/1 - Navigating the Industry Tuesday 6/2 - Decoding Representation Wednesday 6/3 - Audition Secrets Thursday 6/4 - Actor Survival Skills Friday 6/5 - The "IT" Factor Saturday 6/6 - Q & A Darin gives insights that takes decades to know and figure out. Great for newcomers and veterans of the industry.
What is better, taking a summer intensive or individual classes? by kieraf • last post May 28th
Apart from the few classes I’ve taken in college(which I’m not even sure are reputable bc I didn’t go to a film school) I’ve taken one class at HB studio in NY so far(acting for the camera), I just don’t know what is more valuable: a summer intensive or individual classes? Even though I’m technically a “beginner” actor, I personally feel like I’m past the “acting basics” courses(sorry if that sounds pretentious) I’m just curious whether a summer program or multiple individual classes are more notable on a resume. I also want to note that I don’t have many credits so that’s why I’m looking into more classes bc I know training is important especially on a resume without a lot of credits and it’s not too easy right now to get more credits while I’m in nyc during the pandemic. I think the only decent credit I have is one from blue bloods when I luckily got “upgraded” to say a line but since it’s uncredited it didn’t really make a difference I don’t think lol Anyway, sorry for rambling, thanks!
Made this film alone in quarantine. by Brittany Samson • last post May 28th
Would love it if you would check it out. Bonus points for liking it on the Youtube page. Post your stuff too and I will check it out :)
Matthew McConaughey in True Detective. Fucking hell. by Knedcfc • last post May 28th
I'm not an actor but seriously, anyone who is should watch the first series. Don't even reply to this just watch the fucking show if you haven't already. That is raw. I've seen enough movies and shows to know when something sticks out. Too many to be honest, Matthew's performance in that show will stick with me forever.
How long of a monologue is too long? by AnthonyVitale • last post May 28th
I'm posting this in r/acting because I wanted to get an actor's perspective on this. I'm going to try to keep this question as short as I can so I'm leaving out all info that doesn't seem pertinent. If an actor had to perform a large (100+) series of short monologues on camera in a single take each, how long could those monologues be before it's an unreasonable length for an actor to be learning. Pertinent Stats: * We'll need to film about 1 min of footage every 15 min, so if they go with 1 min monologues they'd have 15 min to learn each one, perform multiple takes, etc. * These will need to be recited dramatically. No teleprompter. * The lines will not need to be exact. If the gist is communicated then improvising would be fine. * We'll be hiring this actor based mostly on their ability to handle this task. What seems like a good max? 45 seconds? 1 minute? 2 minutes? I'm not an actor, so I don't have perspective on this. Problem is we won't be hiring actors until after this is all written. I'd hate to find out we made an impossible or unreasonable task.
How do I get noticed by gameover2448 • last post May 28th
So, as a little kid my dream has been to be a TV actor. I’ve always done well on stage and could give a good performance. While I haven’t had the opportunity to be in broadway or anything, I’ve done local plays and school plays for years. I’ve even been in Theatre club for a few years. I’ve always wanted to act on TV but I don’t have the resume or agents needed. How can I get access to stuff and how can I get the help I need to get a job. I’m only 15, but I think this is the perfect age to start. And advice?
Any LA based actors that live outside LA? by MajorFish3 • last post May 28th
I posted a month ago asking for opinions about relocation (currently in OC). Most advised me to stay in CA to take advantage of LA, versus moving out of state to another acting city, since I am already settled here. Where I live now is almost an hour driving to DTLA/Burbank, so picking up a job in the area and relocating to save my commute will likely be essential for convenience's sake. Currently my commute in OC has been 30-40 mins one-way to work. Has anyone made it work living in nearby cities? I'm wary of LA rent. I'm looking for reasonable rent for a single tenant in a safe area (yes, I know), pet friendly and good for commuting. But I'll probably be priced out of neighborhoods ideal for proximity. Thoughts?
So, once and for all (because I’m getting sooooo many mixed-messages and mixed-Googles): What is the General consensus on commercial licenses? by RandomPhail • last post May 28th
I’ve read (and been told) that it’s kind of a scam for voice actors to make people purchase licenses to use their voice on paid channels (such as on the radio, in commercials, on monetized YouTube videos, basically anywhere where the actor’s voice is intended to make money for the buyer or advertise a product the buyer is affiliated with, etc). HOWEVER, I’ve also read that making people purchase the license is kind of just what you’re supposed to do as a voice actor because it essentially copyrights your work and says “yo, I’m giving permission for this to be put somewhere that’s going to make the buyer money; Dis stuff would be iLLEGAL without the license!” ...so yeah idk what the deal is. Is a license normal and correct, or is it scammy and garbage? Thanks
I'm looking for some advice by TytanBoi • last post May 28th
I play dungeons and dragons with my friends and love getting into role-playing, voice and all. Usually I just pick something that sounds right and go with it, but this most recent character has me stumped. I have no idea what voice to give him. Russian? Boston? French? British? What character voices could I look at for inspiration? A little bit of my experience. I AM NOT A VOICE ACTOR. I have never done it for work and don't plan to. I simply like to give my characters voices and are currently stuck. That being said, any advice would be greatly appreciated. For reference, here is the character art I based him on. (Not my art.) https://images.app.goo.gl/VhY7YMBpbKSy3qgU9
Tell me your story by jvrxf_ • last post May 28th
Any actors here have a YouTube, podcast or blog talking about their journey to becoming an actor or know of any resources like this? I’m an Asian-Australian who’s parents migrated here and don’t believe a job in the arts is possible. With many podcasts/Hollywood stories I’ve listened to, I feel a disconnect from a privilege standpoint because the guests are always people who grew up with parents in the arts industry or supportive and were able to get into acting school at a young age. I’d love to hear your stories instead (esp if you are also an asian-Australian) and pls link me your YouTube, podcast or blog if you have one!
Anyone interested in coming on a podcast? by acurioushart • last post May 28th
Hey everyone, I hope you're doing well! I'm not an actor, but I would love to try it some day. For now, I host a podcast called [Traction Growth & Income](https://www.tgitools.com) and I would really like to have a few episodes with full-time actors (preferably on screen). Would anyone be interested in coming on? I would love to talk with you about how you made it as an actor and how/if you think of yourself as a business, plus other considerations new actors might not think about. The podcast itself has been top 50 numerous times in the US in education, and is regularly in top 100. We've had quite a few YouTubers, Twitch streamers, CEOs, speakers, and authors, but I haven't had the opportunity to have any actors yet. I appreciate your time! Thanks! Warmest regards, Thom
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - May 28 by AutoModerator • last post May 28th
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
Can SAG actors work on a non-union project? by AnthonyVitale • last post May 28th
I've always been under the impression that once you join SAG you cannot do paid work on any non-SAG projects. I just saw this article from 2016 that seems to contradict this: [https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/casting-big-name-sag-actors-is-easier-than-you-think/](https://www.premiumbeat.com/blog/casting-big-name-sag-actors-is-easier-than-you-think/) I am under the assumption that the article is either incorrect or contains out-of-date information. I did a bunch of Googling on the subject and I'm finding conflicting information on the subject. Can anyone verify if I am correct about this being forbidden of if the article I linked to is correct and it is allowed. Perhaps there is a third possibility exists that I'm not seeing.
Is it normal to be super bad at acting when you first start out? by ChristmasChild22 • last post May 28th
And when I say bad I mean it's like I'm a wooden doll. I've always wanted to be an actor but never pursued it when I was younger because I was afraid I'd be really bad and never get better. Finally this year I decided to take an acting class. I signed up for a beginners acting class at my local community college. It was a class of about twenty of us with some student who had already taken theater acting since high school while others like me had never taken an acting class. I can firmly say I was one of if not the worst in the whole class. Whenever we had an acting exercise I delivered everything like a wooden doll! I know it's normal not to be that great at acting when starting out and you will improve but there were so many other students who had no acting training who performed their lines like they'd been doing it for years! They clearly have natural talent! Do I just not have natural talent? I need to know am I just a bad actor who even if they do improve will still be a bad actor?
Whats the biggest role or audition you have gotten? by Tears_and_roses • last post May 28th
I am curious as if we have some recognized actors in here