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Best acting website subscription for beginners outside of major cities? by a_persons • last post Feb 19th
Title kinda explains it. I live in the metro detroit area and I'm essentially a complete beginner. I have taken some classes for an elective and my teacher suggested acting should be something I try to take further. I wanna get the most bang for my buck with a subscription. I always hear about Backstage and Actor's Access being the main two for auditions. What would you suggest given my situation?
NYC Area actors, I'm offering a 1 hour shoot for $300, with FIVE free edits til March 1st! by GotPizzaMouth • last post Feb 19th
What can I do for my acting career for $1k a month NYC by Alonajey • last post Feb 18th
Hi there, I’m in the beginning of my acting journey. I’m trying to do as much as possible for my acting. This is what I did so far: -I take classes every month( classes are 1-3 times a week, depends on a studio) -I’ve scheduled a photo shoot with great headshot photographer. -I’m in a process of shooting scenes for my reel with a reelarc. - I take accent reduction and speech classes twice a week. I do travel a lot so whenever I’m in a new city like LA, London or Paris I try to take classes there as well. Right now I can spend around $1-2K a month on my career(sometimes less, sometimes more it depends). What else can I do to improve myself as an actor ? There’s this guy in LA who helps actors with their image/type and prepares them for the headshot session, is it worth it ? Do I need voice class? Thank you :)
Has anyone done VO without being a (ACTOR) by WeaponLord • last post Feb 18th
I see voice coaching recommended a lot but I also see there is so much scams out there, then I see streamers getting gigs or youtubers who have never done acting getting gaming parts, so I guess my question is if you want to do simple AUDIO books do you need voice acting or would just simply having a youtube channel and learning your voice and software through youtube videos be enough? it seems all the information is freely available to learn.
How to get into voice acting by justme24601 • last post Feb 18th
My friend is constantly doing the funniest voices, like seriously killer everyone loves it. He could totally be a voice actor but we have no clue how to get him into it. So Reddit,how does one voice act?
Should I become better looking before I try to get an agent by Firm-Dirt • last post Feb 18th
Hey all. I'm interested in becoming an actor but I don't look as good as I can. I'm kind of skinny. sitting at 20 percent body fat at the moment and I have a buzzcut. Would it be slightly easier If I first get a good body and better hairstyle? I'm about to turn 21 by the way. This might be a dumb question but I'm curious to see what the answers are.
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Getting an Agent by _pretty_in_pink • last post Feb 18th
Do you guys have any advice on getting an agent? I submitted my demo reel, headshots, and resume to 4 agents in my area with only one response so far. It’s been a week. Acting is my passion and people tell me I’m truly gifted. It’s what a really want to do. Do you guys have any advice on getting jobs outside of an Agent? I know about backstage, actors access, etc. but anymore suggestions?
I can now put voice actor on my resume by curiousgrasshopper • last post Feb 18th
I’m so excited that I finally got the courage to just record something but also to audition for parts and it felt awesome!! I’m on my way to becoming a professional voice actor
I am 6'8 (205 cm). Is there a space for me? by EmergencyShoulder2 • last post Feb 18th
I'm a tall caucasian male and I speak english and mandarin. Ive been told that im too tall to be an actor. I imagine the height difference with other actors would make a weird aesthetic, and cinematographers would have problems that they dont usually need to deal with. Costume people would have a harder time acquiring large sizes. What might my best move be? Ive always been interested in music and film, and im ready to make a push for that. Acting is my clear first choice, but I'm afraid that pursuit is a lost cause because of my height.
Do actors convey every aspect of their body language with conscious intent? by chromebok • last post Feb 18th
I often wonder if actors are deliberate about the minutiae of their body language or if they just imagine themselves to be the character and react without conscious deliberation. For example I was watching the movie Burning by Chang-dong Lee. In one scene the Steven Yeun character is caught yawning inappropriately in a social setting by the Yoo Ah-in character. Steven meets Yoo's gaze. Steven then flashes his eyes at Yoo, smiles, looks down and gives an insouciant shrug. This series of body movements conveys so much about Steven's character, particularly his ease about himself and indifference to what others think of him. When playing this scene, is Steven thinking: "I flash my eyes, then I look down, then I shrug." Or is Steven thinking: "I'm at ease with myself, I'm indifferent to what others think of me," and react accordingly without consciously thinking about his body language?
NYC Area - Actors needed. by kaylerdjs • last post Feb 18th
I need actors [TFP] for my first music video. This is a time for print collab out of my own tight pocket, I will provide transportation and food. We will be shooting for maybe 2 days 3-7-20 (sat – sun) subject to change. I need some actors to collaborate for a dramatical dark, thriller type with little action music video. SHE 1: is young adult (20-30), fit (gym body), Asian look. SHE 2: is also young adult/adult (25-35), fit. HE: is an adult 30-40, tall, fit (gym type) She 1 and 2 must feel comfy wearing sensual tight dress and/or lingerie and topless (covered). He must feel comfy shirtless.
Tony Cavalero is funniest comedic actor of all the time by GirlWhoLikesYBoys • last post Feb 17th
Nuff said. I just honestly do believe this. He is hilarious. He is up there with Steve Zahn
how do actors use Instagram to improve their brand/network/ etc? by theactordude77 • last post Feb 17th
Hello everybody! I constantly hear that branding is important for actors. So I wanted to see what ways you use Instagram to improve your brand? Do you even use it? I think it’s bit complicated because I don’t know what to post. I feel like some people just post high quality pictures of themselves? Is it about following casting directors? Other actors? Etc. Just looking for some guidance here. So ultimately, what are some effective methods to use Instagram as an actor?
summer intensive in the southeast by dearyjenna • last post Feb 17th
hi!! i’m a fairly new actress (19) looking for intensives in the southeast area. i’m based in NE florida but expect better studios to be in the atlanta area. i want to do on-screen work so not theatre intensives.
Is it difficult to find work as an actor? by Tin_Of_Butter • last post Feb 17th
Title says it all really. I live in quite a big city compared to most in the uk so I'm not sure how difficult it would be to find work
I really need your advice .I’m a 16 year old girl from Russia and I want to make a career as an actress. by Iamherenotthereatall • last post Feb 17th
I am in a really difficult situation. I want to go to university in the USA. Moreover, in my plans it’s Ticsh and Juilliard. But the information that I found in the internet causes me to doubt. Now I’m absolutely not sure that university entrance is really necessary to make a successful career. On one hand I think it’s invaluable experience and practice for my acting. I want to improve. But I have no idea, if not entering the drama department, what is another way for an actor? Being in Russia is difficult for me to make a decision. What should I do?
Am I in a catch-22? by puddingaroma • last post Feb 17th
I feel like I'm a bit stuck. I want to take my acting to the next step but I don't know where to focus on next. I have headshots, I have a bit of work on my reel, I'm on actors access but haven't been getting a ton of auditions. I'm non union and do not have any kind of representation at the moment. I just left my old theatre group because I felt like I had outgrown them so it would be nice to find another challenging but supportive community. I live in NYC and have been thinking about sending out headshots but I don't want to do so unless I'm going to be in a show so they can see me. I just joined Actors Green Room and am planning on doing a workshop once a month. I also am looking around on Meetup. What else can I do?
Should I take a break from acting and see where things go? by daddymonster1 • last post Feb 17th
It's not that I feel discouraged, it's just that I'm starting to see myself more and more as a writer (whether of books, plays or screenplays) and a film director and I can sense how much more talent and passion I have for these fields. I still like acting and I intend to stay in my theatre club for some more time, but I've been struggling with it more and more lately and I can't tell whu exactly. Is it because I'm starting to see myself less as an actor and am starting to feel out of place? Is it because I can't be open enough in the club properly even though I've spent a year and a half with them? Am I just more cut-out for film acting and musical theatre (I especially have passion for the latter type of acting) and my theatre club's serious and contemporary working style simply isn't compatible with me? I still have love for the craft itself, so I'm really confused about what I should do and where this is all going. What do you think?
Seeking an agent in NYC! Where do I start? by Newbie1 • last post Feb 16th
Hello, I have been in New York for about a year and have been auditioning as much as I can. I do not have equity and it took me awhile to figure out the entire process, but I think I have it now! I feel that I am in need…