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Aspiring screenwriter here. Questions on character crafting. by frankingrime • last post Feb 28th
So, I have lurked on the r/screenwriting subreddit and seem to get a lot of different advice on how I should be writing characters. I thought I might stop checking with the mechanics and check with the people that actually drive the damn car. If I were to write actor bait for you how would I best do that? Or, on the other hand, what disuades you from wanting to inhabit a character?
Aspiring screenwriter here. Tell me how to write something that you want to act in. by frankingrime • last post Feb 28th
Hey! I have lurked in r/screenwriting for a while and sought advice on how to write great characters. But, then I thought I should check with the people that carry out the dialogue on the page. Simply put, how do I write actor bait? And... what are some things that immediately make it harder for you to do your job?
THANK YOU! by yunebug • last post Feb 28th
​ https://preview.redd.it/gaj3fr707qj41.png?width=360&format=png&auto=webp&s=cbfdb11eb0329df943d00c194ef866fa63bb4104 Hi! A while ago, I posted about creating my podcast - Voice Actor Showcase - and inviting voice actors to come on the show to tell their stories. I've had the pleasure of working with those who reached out from here and I just wanted to stop by to say THANK YOU to this community as the 10th episode was loaded into the queue today. There are 15 more episodes that are currently in production and post-production, and I'm always looking for more interesting stories to feature. If you'd like to be on the show, I welcome you! Please visit [www.voiceactorshowcase.com](https://www.voiceactorshowcase.com) to get started. The pay is still only $50 - my apologies - but I'm currently looking into obtaining sponsorships. Thanks for looking and have a nice weekend!
Making a video reel by choiceshoee • last post Feb 28th
Hey guys, so I’ve always wanted to be an actress but always psyched myself out of going to auditions. I finally got over that fear and am ready to take my career more seriously, but every audition posting I see always ask for a video reel. Would it be a good idea if I just selfed taped? Or is that seen as unprofessional?
What’s your definition of an actor who plays themselves? by CaringFarmer • last post Feb 28th
is it the kind of roles they take on?
How much do looks matter in acting and tips for an aspiring actor? by throwaway74917373 • last post Feb 28th
I’m 18 (M) and a first year in college and I’ve been obsessed in the entertainment industry since I was a kid (I used to make movies and shows with my neighborhood friends in middle school), but I haven’t wanted to get into acting until recently. I don’t have much experience aside from stage managing a play and being on the speech in debate team with lots of success in that back in high school, but I’m going to take some acting classes next semester at my university and potentially over the summer. But I was wondering how much do looks play into acting? I’ve been told I’m average/ slightly above average (like the 5.9-7.2 range) but I was checking out some of the guys around my age in my city’s talent agency and they’re so much better looking than me. Which has made me nervous and a bit hesitant about getting into acting because I don’t think I look good enough to get into it. Also, once I start taking classes where do I go from here? Do I apply for the local agencies? Audition for local shows? (I’m more interested in TV and film stuff, not so much theatre) I have a relative that’s a producer in LA and she’s worked on big tv shows and put out movies, in addition to being well connected with some celebrities (not A-list, but you have seen them on screen before) and I might meet with her soon about building up an acting career and some advice on what to do. (Sorry is this comes off as bragging or anything, it wasn’t my intention. I just felt like it needed to be brought in for context). But I’m still very new to all of this and unsure about a lot of stuff. Thoughts?
What happens at a casting for a commercial? by web_head91 • last post Feb 28th
I am almost exclusively a stage actor. I submitted my headshot for a commercial and have been notified that I've been selected to come to a "casting" for it. The email I got says I can come in any time during a specified time window next week. The commercial wont have any speaking. They want someone who can show excitement while doing activities such as bowling or sitting in a movie theater. I just wanted to see if anyone could tell me what to expect for this? I dont need to prepare anything. Also, I have a tattoo on my forearm. Should I cover it? I know the general rule in theater is that it can easily be covered with makeup or costuming, so it's not uncommon to see auditioners with ink. How about for film?
Commercial Auditions in New York by futurebro • last post Feb 28th
Using Actors Access, Playbill and Backstage, I see a very small number of commercial auditions and a lot of them are asking for super specific people (twins, actual doctors, people who just bought a new car). I’ve also never been asked to audition for one even with a reel, headshot and legit training. Are actors with commercial agents getting auditions for commercials that aren’t released on AA or is there a different casting website with more commercial auditions? And, is it a good idea to submit to commercial agents with no commercial experience? I have a ton of theatre training, classes, etc. Any help demystifying commercials would be awesome.
Philadelphia Actor/ Actress needed for horror film 20s-30s by Ethan-Grugan • last post Feb 28th
Hey everyone I hope this isn’t breaking any of the rules here but I’m looking for an actor or actress in their 20s-30s for a leading role in my senior thesis short film. The actor in the role had to be recast at the last second. We are filming in the philadelphia area this weekend and a weekend in March. Please message me if you or anyone you know would be interested.
Do CDs usually pay more attention to actor’s (who are repped) self tapes by strawmalade • last post Feb 28th
Do they watch self tapes from actors who are repped first or in order? How does this usually work?
Roles question by ChrisPBacon989 • last post Feb 27th
What types of roles would you want to see certain actors play like for example the rock doing something serious or Tom Cruise playing a crazy villain thoughts
What’re your must haves to bring with for long shoots? by bluserose113 • last post Feb 27th
I’m a BG actress and have done a few shoots, but I have a 14+ hour night shoot in a few days and was wondering what some of your guys’ “must haves” to bring are? Apologies if this isn’t allowed here, checked the rules and didn’t see anything and couldn’t find anything in the search, but I’ll delete if it breaks any rules I didn’t see.
If Job Interviews Were Like Acting Auditions by Danceronice • last post Feb 27th
I wrote a new sketch exploring the bizarre things actors are asked and asked to do. Enjoy! https://youtu.be/7SHLDTEPddQ
Would someone be willing to do this? by Very_very_depressed • last post Feb 27th
I wrote a screenplay, this is a screenplay for my first feature film that I plan to be directing but this is not my first time directing a film period. Anyway, the screenplay is about strangers from different, racial clashing backgrounds being forced to work together to survive the horrific elements surrounding them. It's a screenplay that sets out to bring attention to police brutality and corruption and the racism that those of all races face on all sides and it's a drama/thriller genre story. I'm looking for an actor to read it, just to get their feedback on the overall story, as if they were watching it on the big screen, in a movie theatre, so I thought I'd come here and ask if I can get feedback on the story from an actor's POV. So would anyone be willing to read it and give me some feedback on it?
Is it a good/bad idea to travel to LA for Pilot Season? by penguin_reddit • last post Feb 27th
Just graduated from school. I have a manager in NYC who I believe gets the LA breakdowns (have to double check) so I may be able to go out on some auditions. Also, want to test out the waters there before I decide whether or not to make a move out. What are some productive things that people traveling to LA for Pilot season specifically do? Workshops/classes, coaches, headshots, etc. things to fill the time and make the most of the however many 3-ish months that people are out here? Also, the best way to not spend/waste a lot of money and make the most of it. I know a lot of child actors come out here for Pilot season but what do the more young adult/adult people do out here during that time?
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Feb 27 by AutoModerator • last post Feb 27th
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.
Any Sydney Actors in need of side gig? by HorrorGolightly • last post Feb 27th
Hi! Anyone here from Sydney, Australia looking for a flexible side gig? I work as an English tutor for school kids, uni students and people wanting to get better at conversational English. They’re currently looking for more tutors and as the owner used to be an actor they’re currently advertising on the Starnow site, looking for people who are more on the outgoing side (hence the Starnow ad!). It’s a decent gig and they’re super flexible with last minute auditions and rehearsals. Send me a DM if you’re interested in the contact details (or apply via Starnow if you have it) They’re interviewing in Redfern the first two saturdays in March. Apologies for any weird formatting I’m on my phone, and I just thought I’d post this to help anyone out keen for a casual side gig. I’m not selling anything, and I won’t earn anything for posting this. Cheers!
Too late to get into acting? 23 Years going to a University by mthethrowaway141 • last post Feb 27th
This year I just wanted to break out of my shell and do more instead of being just a homebody. Currently attending a Uni as well finishing school and working full time. If it’s relevant my degree will be in creative writing, which i plan to apply to help my Music / Screenwriting. Another thing is I live in LA so it could be polluted with aspiring actors / musicians. I’ve always been interested in Music and Acting and have branched out into music already. How do i get ‘into’ it? and is it too late for me? I turn 24 in a couple months and am just trying to do the most before it’s too late If it’s not too late to get into it then what should I do to get myself ahead? Or get better
Young actors, if you could ask an established professional actor questions about the industry, finding work etc what would you ask? by lovetempests • last post Feb 27th
I’m hopefully going to meet up with an older/established professional actor soon. I feel like I have so many things to ask them but I’m trying to make a list of things to see what would be useful. Any tips would be appreciated!
Hey folks! College sophomore here putting on a musical for my fraternity, and I could use some help from some of you incredibly talented people! by KITE_Maverick • last post Feb 27th
Tl;dr: My character is like Ryan from high school musical and I need help with a line about a haughty self proclaimed acting protégée complaining about being cast as Bumblebee #7 in the upcoming 4th grade play. Skip to second to last paragraphs or the line. At my univ, we have a huge fundraiser where sororities and fraternities pair up, and write a twenty-five minute musical from scratch with one original song and three lyrically modified songs. It's quite a big deal from the scope of a frat boy who doesn't make it on stage a lot, with just under two-thousand people in attendance at all three shows. Enough exposition- let's get into the meat and potatoes. Our show is about a 4th grade class that's putting on a play for their parent's, and the lead role is the main character, The New Girl. My character (Jacques) draws a lot of inspiration from Ryan Evans from Highschool musical. Very passionate about the arts, very flamboyant, but the character isn't gay. Hell, he's a forth grader and cooties are deadly (I only include this part because my character went through a lot of 'development' from the sensitivity board who were trying to make an issue out of something that wasn't there). REGARDLESS, being a massive theatre enthusiast he is, Jacques is devastated when he finds that he was cast as Bumblebee #7 (chorus) for the spring 4th grade play, and has a scene expressing his contempt for the situation at recess. This is where we get into why I'm asking for you guys' help. In the screen I (Jacques) am talking to my posse of followers. The line is as follows: "Can you believe this? A STAR like ME? Cast as \*mockingly flapping hands like a bee\* BEE NUMBER 7?" This first part works really well and I've gotten quite good at expressing Jaques' overly dramatized persona, however for the next part, I would like some possible other suggestions as to what Jacques could reply. He continues "I know I said I could work with this, but I don't think I can." To which one of my followers replies "Bees are so cute with their little stripes and wings! I think your part sounds fun!" keep in mind all the characters except for the teacher are forth graders, so that's why the cutesy line is so childlike. To replace the "I know I said I could work with this, but I don't think I can" line, I would like it to be more insightfully cliche of an actor being cast as a role he thinks is severely below him. Like if Ryan Evans were cast as a chorus member, he would feel slighted and under appreciated. What would a well experienced (But haughty) actor say in this situation? I want it to possibly include some theater/acting jargon if possible. Thank you so much to anyone who actually does read all the way through. I know that the characters are very stereotyped cookie cutter sounding, but at the end of the day it's only 25 minutes long. Thank you so much for any responses! love, kite maverick