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Starting off by Iceycat1234  •  last post Apr 2nd

Hi I am an 18 year old aspiring actor just starting off I plan to take acting lessons to help boost my acting. I’m on backstage and a Still need a professional headshot, but my question is what do I put on a demo reel if I’ve never had an acting gig? I consider myself to be a decent actor, but am unsure how to start off so I can start getting callbacks. I am located in Dallas which is not very good for actors. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Starting off by Iceycat1234  •  last post Apr 2nd

Hi I am an 18 year old aspiring actor just starting off I plan to take acting lessons to help boost my acting. I’m on backstage and a Still need a professional headshot, but my question is what do I put on a demo reel if I’ve never had an acting gig? I consider myself to be a decent actor, but am unsure how to start off so I can start getting callbacks. I am located in Dallas which is not very good for actors. Any help is greatly appreciated!!

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 2 by AutoModerator  •  last post Apr 2nd

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.

Drama Inc. Online by Rayzn1123  •  last post Apr 2nd

​ https://reddit.com/link/ftmkl6/video/rwy8mv5sreq41/player I produced/directed this series of online acting courses with some colleagues of mine, and I’m very curious about to hear thoughts from the general acting community about the value of them. Unlike traditional ongoing acting classes that focus on things like training, process, and technique, these courses dive into more specific technical applications like: * How to make sure you’re delivering quality self-taped auditions (either on your own or via a taping service) * What to expect if you’ve never been on a professional set before (how to read a call sheet, who to report to on set, production terminology, etc.) * Techniques and contextualization for how to transition from theater acting to acting for the camera * How to make sure your online accounts are giving you the best visibility (Actor’s Access, IMDb Pro, social media, etc.) We’re in the southeast marketing, specifically Atlanta, and the instructors, while not household names, do have a fair amount of credits (legitimate co-star and guest star roles) and practical experience to disseminate their knowledge in a clear, fun, and efficient way. They include: * [Claire Bronson](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1683133/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) (The Outsider, Ozark, Mr. Mercedes, Just Mercy) * [Catherine Dyer](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0245696/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) (Stranger Things, The Blind Side, Dirty Grandpa, The Resident) * [Jason MacDonald](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0531772/?ref_=fn_al_nm_1) (The Vampire Diaries, Dynasty, Bull, Miracles Workers) * [Scott Poythress](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1407651/?ref_=pro_nm_visitcons) (I Trapped The Devil, Homeland, The Resident, Turn: Washington’s Spies) In the days of Masterclass and being able to gain lots of information a little more loosely from celebrities like Natalie Portman, Helen Mirren, and Samuel L. Jackson, how much value would place in courses like these? Do you see any value in more specific technical applications like these? If so, what do you think is a reasonable price point for each course? What length and what kind of information would you expect from courses like these?

General advice for self help. by orangejuice44795  •  last post Apr 2nd

I'm trying to manipulate my emotions or feelings or energy in subtle ways. I wanna be more relaxed. Anyone else do this? Not really a actor but I want to be less shy more relaxed. Happier.

Any advice for nerves at big auditions? by alysabev  •  last post Apr 1st

I get a good amount of auditions monthly with my agency, but i am having trouble booking things. I got a call back once last year, for the lead for this big show, and i went all the way until it was between me and this other actor. they went with her because she had more on her resume,but recently my audition skills i guess haven’t been as good. I think i get too i’m my head in the audition room, and i just want to showcase what i got, but i get nervous and sometimes I am not able to show everything I have to show. Any tips on how to stay calm and how to focus in?

I'm looking for advice by itsbrynners  •  last post Apr 1st

Hi. I know I'm young and it may sound silly, but I really would love to be an actress. I have played many lead rolls in my school shows, but haven't done anything outside of it. Many acting opportunities around me involve musicals and I am not extremely fond of dancing and sometimes singing, so I normally opt out of doing anything except school shows. My parents are supportive and willing to help me achieve my dream, but I don't think I'll be able to get to where I want to be without an agent. I would be getting an agent, but I am afraid that my efforts will be in vain because I don't have much of a large background in acting. Sorry if this is not what this page is meant for, but if you have any way of helping me or giving me advice I would greatly appreciate it. (High school student)

COVID-19: Can I apply for unemployment?/CARES Act by Yaars23  •  last post Apr 1st

So we are all actors, and for some of us this is a portion of our income, though I know it varies. For context, I live in NY. Nothing is shooting. Nothing. No theaters as well. Do I qualify for unemployment or the expanded unemployment? I know the unions are pushing for something I’m not sure how that’s related. Hoping folks can advise!

[Request] TF2 Engineer Voice Actor by OfficerSalzig  •  last post Apr 1st

Hello everyone, i am looking for someone who sounds like the 'Engineer' from the video game Team Fortress 2. I only need a single, short sentence. Here are some examples of the character: [Meet the Engineer](https://youtu.be/SNgNBsCI4EA) [Engineer Quotes](https://youtu.be/gCLpO-uNtPs) His voice actors were Grant Goodeve and later Nolan North Payment is negotiable As i am rarely on Reddit, you may also contact me via Discord under my username SirSalzig#0001

How to know an acting class is helpful? Especially now with multiple online zoom class offerings by theactordude77  •  last post Apr 1st

I wanted to know everyone’s thoughts on how you determine if a class is helpful. I certainly feel like there’s times when I’m sitting in a class (or online class) and feel like it’s not helpful. For example, you memorize a side then present it and the feedback is very generic, doesn’t actually challenge anything and overall feel like it doesn’t advance you as an actor. Rise and repeat. Anyone have experiences like this? I don’t want to admit this but I definitely feel like there’s some classes out there that seem to “trick” the actor that they are getting a good service that will advance their career but it’s really not.

Feedback on acting in a 1 minute short by Mattgilp  •  last post Apr 1st

Hey there! So I made a short film last month, and I was hoping on getting some feedback, particularly with regards to the acting, and my directing of said acting. We (me and the two actors) are all rooted in Meisner training, though Féadha had quite a bit of other experience before coming to Meisner work. How do y'all feel about the acting here? Also, is this kind of thing appropriate for Showreel material for actors, in spite of the lack of dialogue? Let me know what you think! [https://youtu.be/9Tq71PiDJDk](https://youtu.be/9Tq71PiDJDk)

WE ARE HIRING FOR AN ANIMATED SERIES by rocksunic  •  last post Apr 1st

I need voice actors, preferably versatile, please PM

I don't know if I'll be able to do this as a career. I have too many blocks. [rant] by Garavila  •  last post Apr 1st

Emotionally I would say I'm pretty open, especially when reacting off of other characters, but in terms of imagination and physical I'm pretty limited. I'm aware that my voice is sometimes monotone, and comes across as sad and I constantly get that critique. It sucks that I actually have depression itself and even when I'm not trying to be that way, it still bleeds through in my work. Also, I have anxiety/ptsd so a lot of tension is stored in my body, so sometimes those manifest in my actions if I'm not completely in the scene. However, I am working on my mental health and putting the work into becoming a better actor, but I feel like those blocks will always be in the way or literally take decades to unleash, which im not so sure I'm willing to wait for. I have one more semester before I graduate with my BFA in Theatre but I'm not so sure what I'm going to do afterwards. I really need help in that area.

I'm doing my master's analytics project on actors by actorsurveymsba  •  last post Mar 31st

Hey, My name is Zach and I'm a Washington, DC based former stage actor who transitioned into data analytics work. I'm in a master's program right now studying analytics and I built a survey that I'm hoping will get enough responses so that I can use it in an official program at my school, UVA. If you self identify as an actor I would be extremely appreciative if you took a couple minutes to fill out my survey. The link is [https://tinyurl.com/actorsurveymsba](https://tinyurl.com/actorsurveymsba) or [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuqjzPbvkAGAaNe0xA7UNNGx55XG43n14PgAYsTpaSSd2fSg/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3zxuxIexiMWHC9B0lRaT0-iTR2kj6REXzo3vsHhElPbQid0ksYb5EWSdg](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfuqjzPbvkAGAaNe0xA7UNNGx55XG43n14PgAYsTpaSSd2fSg/viewform?fbclid=IwAR3zxuxIexiMWHC9B0lRaT0-iTR2kj6REXzo3vsHhElPbQid0ksYb5EWSdg) If I get enough diverse responses so that I can move ahead I will happily share my results here and freely wherever. Thanks so much!! Zach

New Horror Podcast looking for Narrators! by MKUltros  •  last post Mar 31st

Hello everyone! I recently posted the first episode of my podcast and am looking for voice actors with decent equipment to help! Unfortunately I don't have money to pay anyone at the moment as this is a new project but if you're still interested feel free to contact me through email at boundinimagerypod@gmail.com. I'll post the link for the podcast below so you can have a listen and tell me what you think. Thank you! https://www.buzzsprout.com/971983/3191065

Public transport by actordownunder  •  last post Mar 31st

I’m not too sure about the situation in NY (I’m sure it’s similar) but in LA I’ve read that it’s extremely hard to find parking and that’s one of the biggest issues actors face on a day to day basis when going to auditions and such. My question is, why don’t actors just catch public transport? Is it a cost issue? Since if parking and gas is such an issue wouldn’t it be smart to just catch a bus and not worry about parking?