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I've Created a Cartoon Show... but Where to Go from Here? by FAVPresents • last post Apr 28th
Hey all, it seems I’ve ended up in a very peculiar situation and would appreciate some down-to-earth advice on the matter. What I have in front of me is a gag dub of a flop animated program from 1987. Not an abridged skit but a full season of twenty-minute-long episodes rewritten, reordered and cut up quite literally down to the frame to create an entirely new show – new plot, new characterisations – with the aim of continuing for three more seasons. Not only that, it’s a legal creation too. Wildbrain CPLG was contacted before production as the original company, DIC Animation City, folded into Cookie Jar which was subsumed by DHXMedia which later became Wildbrain. Supposedly, they no longer have access to the rights of the series and, as the former companies have since then dissolved, no presently existing body does. While most would rely on Fair Use, this series would be a lawful appropriation akin to recreating a fairy tale or Shakespearean play, as none of the creators are around to maintain or sell licensing permissions. Now, that’s all great news, however, as the advert suggests, I’m in need of voice actors for 14 main characters as well as minors and extras. For one season alone, that’s a total of $3650-6370 USD – and I’m Australian so that’s a whole lot more – but at least there’s a manageable figure. So, this is where things get tricky. As a show designed to be wacky, sex-positive and LGBTIQA+ inclusive, focusing on absurdism rather than offensive satire, some have suggested a Kickstarter. However, this is not a game, the product is not purchased but freely distributed online and I can’t quite see there being many backers when that feeling of being rewarded isn’t present, regardless of the show’s content. Others have put forward approaching indie developers to collaborate with but, again, the concept of “here’s a free show now pay the expenses” isn't exactly too desirable a pitch if there isn’t enough foreseeable profit. Though, if well-known, they may have far better odds at crowdfunding. Then, of course, there is the other answer here involving a whole lot of people with a whole lot of altruism, but we all know that’s unethical and a lot to ask of strangers in a time when the world is financially strained. To put this all as a question, I’d say what avenue would you recommend as a suitable course of action to fund voice actors? It’s rather embarrassing not being able to afford your own show, but I’m still hopeful a bizarrely progressive *Ghost Stories* has a place in the world and only needs some attention in the right places to get there. In any case, thanks for reading this whole thing and any input is greatly appreciated!
Do agents invest in actresses who’ve gone through full-time undergraduate acting programs more than ones who’ve only done short courses? by morganacauli • last post Apr 28th
I need some insight because I want to apply to drama schools in the future for 2-3 year programs but is it worth it? And which programs do you recommend (which schools in the world have good programs?) Is it better to go with the 2-3 year course or will having gone through short courses be enough? Would appreciate your insight.
Being an artist is really complicated by StrobeRogers • last post Apr 28th
I've recently come to the conclusion there are two types of actors. One that discover acting at an early age, and they then pursue it, and it gives them hope and direction for the rest of their lives in some fashion...and if they don't listen, they end up rudderless and have to scrape everything together in an unorthodox manner, if it comes together at all. The other type, discover it later in life, and make it happen because their life is already organized, can make it an 'add on'. Thoughts?
I fancy myself a creepy character actor, haha, here's a paraphrased bit from The Devil's Rejects I just did on a whim. by CameronTheCinephile • last post Apr 28th
Something Different - I'm a singer and Made this Video with Breathing Exercises that Actors can Practice at Home by dreamkonstantine • last post Apr 27th
[Video](https://youtu.be/SjbzRR2cu_E) I usually make tutorials for singers, but as an actor-in-training myself, I have been in many classes where instructors impress upon us the importance of breathing. Since we are all quarantined, I thought this was a great time to hone our skills. Specifically, these exercises all use stuff you probably have lying around at home-- candles, glasses, straws.. I hope this is allowed, and let me know if you watched it and found it useful!
What movie inspired you to become an actor/want to become an actor? by z3r0z9 • last post Apr 27th
I'm a Swiss born asian male living in Melbourne Australia, and I've been a movie fan since I can remember, I have always loved watching movies and doing research of how an actor prepares for a role and the behind scenes. It has always been at the back of my mind to try and get into acting but it never really went any further; you know how life is it has it's up and downs, someday you feel inspired someday you just don't want to do anything). But I recently watched the movie 'Crazy Rich Asians' (it is a very good movie, would recommend), and something about that movie got my inspiration up again; maybe because the whole cast was asian and gave me motivation that I can do it too, and I started to starting doing research about acting and acting schools/classes. I would love to hear how your story.
Actors Access Question by hiponcronus • last post Apr 27th
Can a Canadian actor submit themselves to submissions/breakdowns that are posted under US (e.g. Los Angeles, New York, etc.) Do you pretty much have free reign to submit for any projects that are posted on the site?
How much do I pay Voice Actors? by darkangelvbh • last post Apr 27th
A little background. I have a small youtube channel (3k subs) and am currently working on some animated shorts. I plan to post the shorts in my channel (monetized), twitter, tumblr, instagram and facebook. I am in the process of hiring voice actors for these shorts but for now, my budget is quite limited, but I still want to provide a fair price to these voice over talents. Please note as well that as far as I'm aware, the ones in my selection are voice actors with no prior experience and not ones working professionally. Aside from paying them per number of words.... 1. Do I pay them for commercial, or social media rights? Or both? How much would that usually cost? 2. Do I need to pay for broadcast rights too? Because the way I understand it, broadcast rights only come into play if you're using it for TV and movies, whereby you make money directly off of the product (unlike commercial, where you make money after the fact like in advertisements) 3. What would be a fair price for amateur voice actors per 100 words? These are shorts and there's very little dialogue for now (each short is usually just 1-2mins long). In fact, one character only has 20 words of dialogue, and the other 100 words. 4. Am I able to use their voice clips in perpetuity or do I discuss that with the voice actor of the limits of the use? What's the usual limit or the fair limit for my situation? Use per episode only? Thank you so much guys and I appreciate the input!
Giving up on acting by amandawendy • last post Apr 27th
Anyone else feel like giving up on this? I’ve been at this for years and have booked jobs but not at all consistently or enough to live on. At the same time I see other actors that started after me being much more successful. I’ve invested so much time, money and energy into this but I don’t feel like I’m getting anything out of it. I’ve been rejected several times for big, what would have been a breakthrough, projects and I’m starting to think that maybe I’m just not good enough. So I’m asking has anyone else ever felt like this and would you give up in my situation? I’m almost 24 years old now.
Drama school for screen acting by lisaloxo • last post Apr 27th
Hi guys, this is my first post on reddit so I’m sorry if I’ve done anything wrong. I’ve dreamed of being an actor my whole life and cannot remember a time where it hadn’t been my life’s plan. I am about to complete my drama A-level next year and I also do youth theatre at my local theatre. I am planning to apply to RADA, Guildhall or LAMDA however I would like to primarily do screen acting (I know I will probably need to do more theatre for experience aswell) but I’ve searched the internet over the past year trying to see if drama school is ‘worth it’ if you want to work on screen but I can’t find any solid results.
If anyone needs a voice actor hmu by AyeItsMike • last post Apr 27th
I did a few voice acting lines for some people a while back but I never did anything professional, I'm cheap, I can do voice impressions of cartoon characters pretty well my best include Rick Sanchez, Peter Griffin, and Kermit the frog. If you don't want voice impressions I can also bend my voice to low and high.
Trained actor looking to start voice acting remotely by wrendolin • last post Apr 26th
Hello! I am an actor in the twin cities area, and I am moving to Chicago by the end of the year. I have a BFA in acting and was always told by my professors that I should do voice acting. It’s something that I really love and would love to get real work in, but I feel like we didn’t talk about it much in class, we had one weekend workshop on it and that was a few years ago. I’m wondering, how does one get started making a demo from home? I obviously want to start working from home with the situation the world is in now, and since I am moving, I don’t want to start something in the twin cities that I won’t be able to continue to work on when I move to Chicago. Any tips on how to make a demo at home? Equipment I need, how to get it out there? TIA :)
How do I teach someone who doesn’t know how to act to act. by MovieMaker5000 • last post Apr 26th
I’m making a film soon with friends and I don’t have the benefit of hiring actors and I have to rely on them. The roles are already similar to they personalities so it’ll be easier to slip into a persona. Other than that, do you actors have any advice on how to handle them and try to a get an at least competent performance?
Getting started during a pandemic by Bradfordyounger • last post Apr 26th
Hi all! I'm an actor with an extensive training background and I've always been interested in voiceover. I was just preparing to put together a new demo before the pandemic hit. I know building a homebrew demo is generally frowned upon, but under the circumstances I'm not sure I have any other choice if I want to start putting myself out there. I have a professionally recorded commercial reel but I'm not of the opinion it reflects my talent all that well anymore. I'd like to start submitting for and booking work, primarily in commercial and potentially in animation, video games, and narration, but I'd also like to not waste my time. Any and all advice would be appreciated!
I think I made THEE PERFECT loop to explain what being a voice actor is like! by sjohnsonvoice • last post Apr 26th
Becoming a superhero actor by Lolliboy123 • last post Apr 26th
I know this sounds dumb and probably kinda childish, but i hope some of you also share this dream of one day playing in a superhero movie. Not because all of the money and fame, but more to inspire others like I got inspired of. Just to give something back, something that brings so much joy to some people. So now my questions: even though it‘s very unlikely, does anybody know numbers of how many people actually were able to play these roles in contrast to those trying? And how would be the best way to get to an audition as a no-name (or is it just like when you want to succeed in other genres)? Wish you all a happy day!
Becoming a superhero actor by Lolliboy123 • last post Apr 26th
I know this sounds dumb and probably kinda childish, but i hope some of you also share this dream of one day playing in a superhero movie. Not because all of the money and fame, but more to inspire others like I got inspired of. Just to give something back, something that brings so much joy to some people. So now my questions: even though it‘s very unlikely, does anybody know numbers of how many people actually were able to play these roles in contrast to those trying? And how would be the best way to get to an audition as a no-name (or is it just like when you want to succeed in other genres)? Wish you all a happy day!