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Actor Claims to be Selfless Activist… Actor Spends $200 on Picture of Themselves. by wellmanneredgrump • last post Jan 16th
MFA Acting Auditions AMA (A.C.T., etc) by meg9191 • last post Jan 15th
I found a post someone did a few years ago super helpful in my audition process, and wanted to pay it forward. Also, I wanted to share some info about American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) because I was so nervous about leaving NYC as a working actor and moving to San Francisco, and feel absolutely silly about it now. If anyone else is in the same boat and considering the school, here's some things I wish I knew: - Our recent alumni are working a lot in LA and NY. Jerrie Johnson just booked a lead role in an Amazon Series, Christina Elmore is in Lena Waithe's new show, Adrianna Mitchell was cast in Mfoniso Udofia's Run Boy Run at NYTW (Mfonsio is also an alum), and that's just a few off the top of my head. They don't update their website as much as some schools with RECENT Alumni news (just the stars that have been around for a while), but they're working on a website refresh. - Pam. MacKinnon. SHE IS INCREDIBLE. Besides being an Obie & Tony Award Winning Broadway director, she is a compassionate Artistic Director that truly cares about the MFA program. Since her arrival, she has hired current third year MFA students on to mainstage shows (besides Christmas Carol). This is obviously no guarantee because you still have to audition, but my classmates are currently working on Wakey Wakey alongside Tony Hale, and some were in Top Girls, will be in Gloria, and a recent alum premiered Kate Atwell's new play Testmatch. We're able to sit in on these rehearsals (when we have time) and I can't describe how valuable it was to see how a professional rehearsal is done on a new play. Pam came up to us during the break and answered questions; she's awesome. - Our faculty come from all over (Yale, A.C.T., Dell'Arte, Juilliard, UW, Linklater herself, etc), and they're constantly evolving the curriculum. They have us training from 9am-9:30pm M-F and rehearsing on Sundays. It's a lot, but something I find really valuable. Our text and dialects teacher is currently coaching Cursed Child in SF and took us to see a dress rehearsal. They really try to expose us to as much of the professional world as possible so we're ready. I also appreciate that they started on-camera acting workshops for first years, something I know hasn't been done in the past at other schools, and A.C.T. - Don't put so much weight into these "top schools lists" because they're usually compiled by one person or a small group of people with subjective metrics. It's not like these are all evaluated and ranked on standardized criteria. I remember stressing out because I got into a school that was ranked higher than A.C.T. on one list, but knew I wanted to go to A.C.T. A few years prior, A.C.T. was ranked higher than them, yadda yadda, nothing to base a major life decision off of, ya know? Programs ebb and flow and constantly change. You just gotta find out what's right for you and listen to your gut :) - Be kind. I met so many incredible people during the audition process that I still keep in touch with; think of each other as colleagues, not competition, because you never know if you'll work together in the future. There's room for us all to succeed. Feel free to AMA about the MFA audition process or ACT and I'll try my best to answer. Break legs!
How do actors sustain themselves? especially in places like LA or NYC? by homosappie • last post Jan 15th
I am a college student debating whether to major in Theater or Nursing or CS. I'm interested in all of the above but i'm passionate about theater and i'd like to be on Broadway shows someday or on TV. However I live in the south of the country far away from LA or NYC and I can't live with my parents after college because they're basically splitting up and I don't want to lean on them because i'm a first generation american and they are poor. Not the greatest of situations. I do not want to burden them financially. I'd like to be financially independent in the long run. In college I've built up a little resume in and outside of college. I've been cast in a 10 minute play written and directed by students, I've done Bye Bye Birdie (ensemble), I've taken acting classes and written and performed a one man show, I've done The Night Thoreau Spent in Jail (ensemble and Henry David Thoreau's understudy), and A Midsummer Night's Dream (Thisbe and Flute). So I've done a bit and i feel confident about my acting although I do know that there is always room for improvement. So my question is: based on my financial situation, is it feasible to study something like CS or Nursing and work on acting on the side? Theater rehearsals and auditions have always been in the evenings in my experience, so I could do that in the evening after work, right? Everyone has told to pursue my passion and major in theater but i'm looking at things in the long run and i feel that being financially unstable would make me burn out the chase. I've also waited tables and the life is so draining I've seen my more aged coworkers have nervous breakdowns and regret having to just live off of waiting tables. Needless to say, i'm confused and torn. I'd love your feedback. Experienced actors, would you have done anything differently? New actors, how are you guys going about it? P.S I live in Dallas and there are a handful of acting schools here that aren't part of a Uni. I have contemplated attending those rather than obtaining a theater degree.
Looking for female voice over to dub a short film (paid) by HeliumVola • last post Jan 15th
I am looking for a female voice actor helping me to dub some short scenes of a short film. The film is in the Thriller-Mystery genre and the character that needs to be dubbed is a sexy femme fatal that plays bad with the male character. We do see here in real, but we see/hear her in his flashback and his imagination. I need different sounds like just bad laughing, whispering and some spoken sentences. I am looking for a deep sexy female voice, age middle 20ths with Balkan/Eastern Europe accent. It is not so much work, but I will pay for it. Please send a voice acting sample with your mail if you apply for the job.
Need more experienced ears to help me diagnose audio issue by myinvisibilitycloak • last post Jan 15th
Hi, I direct an indie audio drama and I'm way out of my element right now. I have a voice actor who is having problems with audio quality and we're both trying to figure out how to fix it and not having any luck. I need an expert set of ears to help me figure out what's wrong and how to fix it. Please dm me your email address if you're willing to listen and I'll send you an audio file of what we're working with. I'll update the post when I no longer need help. Thank you so much in advance!
The casting director proposed me to the director - Big TV Show by adriasanchezig • last post Jan 15th
I live in Spain and here we don't have auditions so often. I was living in Barcelona so only commercials there. Now I moved to Madrid and the other day I sent a self tape to the casting director for a big tv show that's going to be shot this year. She told me that they're going to be filming until August, so she asked me for patience, because she will be proposing actors for small speaking roles (2 lines of text maximum) So just 4 days after that, yesterday, I received a call to ask me for availability on one day of this month, and she told me that she will propose me to the director for one of those small speaking roles. ​ The thing is: \-I'm so NERVOUS, and HAPPY, and EXCITED, and SCARED. All of those feelings at the same time. Because it can be anytime that I receive a call saying that i'm in or that i'm not in for this character. I've never had an speaking role on a tv show or movie so that's why it would be like a dream for me. And I'm daydreaming a little bit. And punishing me a little bit because I believe I shouldn't be daydreaming (but at the same time it's what it keeps my dream of "making it", alive) ​ So I wanted to ask if is it normal to feel like that? And I'm trying to contain and hide this emotions, because somehow I dont wan't to get hurt if the result is not good. Maybe in LA it's easy to forget about an audition because you have maybe 2 per week, but here in Spain it's so different. And also considering I just moved to Madrid. ​ Maybe in some months I'll be getting more auditions but I dont know anyone that has like 2-3 auditions per week for tvshows or movies. Here everything is smaller and slower. ​ So what do you think? Any piece of advice? I started studying and pursuing acting in 2017. In Barcelona it was easier for me to forget about auditions, I was doing more and always for commercials (only two times I did it for movies/tv shows \[terminator dark fate and Snatch Season 2\] ​ ​ Thank you!!!
Looking for a mentor :) by pinkpaintingpandas • last post Jan 15th
Hello! I am 25 year old female voice actress looking for someone who has a bit more experience in the field and is interested in having a mentee :) More info: Currently enrolled in VO classes.Demo to be recorded in April/May. Live in SoCal Please shoot me a dm and include your Instagram if you have one. (I communicate better through there) Thank you for considering!
Super Last Minute VO auditons back to back, please help me figure out how to record them myself? by silkk8 • last post Jan 15th
I'm an actor (not VO trained) but for some odd reason my manager keeps getting me VO auditions. Last night I got one at 11:30pm and I just got another today! And it's due tomorrow at noon! I'd like to record it at home since it would be a huge hassle (and probably expensive) to find a studio to record it first thing in the morning, but I'd like to know if this is doable. Here are the requirements: Clean, unprocessed signal; no filters, compression, expansion, noise-gates, limiters, etc. Uncompressed .wav, 48 kHz, 16 bit (or better); no .mp3 or other lossy file format. I can pick up a mic today, though I'm trying not to break the bank on it as VO is not my focus in acting. Is a USB mic okay? How do I make sure I fit the requirements? I don't know what 48kHz or 16 bit means...
Designing your character by sadandexhausted • last post Jan 15th
I’ve heard so many movie star actors, interviews, talk about reading a script and trying to “find out” who their character is/what they are going through/etc. What are some methods you guys use to bring the character to “life”, decide what “blocking” to use, how to speak as your character, etc? Do you try a bunch of different things or is there a methodology of asking particular questions to get to the root of who this character is (and embody him/her/them)?
Acting Book Recommendations? by R_byn18 • last post Jan 14th
Hi hi hello! Some very lovely and helpful people suggested a couple of books to me the other day for help on getting back into acting. Books are a very helpful way for me to learn things personally I’m wondering if anyone else has any others to suggest? Ones focusing on techniques would be very much appreciated!! Thank you muchly! x Already suggested : Actor’s Life : A Survival Guide - Jenna Fischer Actor’s Art & Craft : William Esper Teaches the Meisner Technique Sanford Meisner on Acting Self Management for Actors - Bonnie Gillespie Different Every Night - Mike Alfreds
I want to become an actor at age 15... by Future-Composer • last post Jan 14th
I’m 15 years old and I’ve been struggling to determine what I want to do with my life and I’ve narrowed it down to a few things: Acting, Making Music, or Making YouTube Videos. I’m interested in trying out acting because I’ve always been told that my voice carries out through a room and I have charisma and I’ve been called “a little dramatic, in a good way.” While doing class plays. *I know it’s a hard journey, but I’m willing to go for it. I’d like to start Acting and become an actor that is featured in Movies/TV-Shows. I’m currently a Freshman in High school and was wondering what I could do to become a better actor. Thanks, (and sorry if this wasn’t the right place to post this.)
[Update] I'm 30 and I don't want to live with regret for the rest of my life. by NotBillShakespeare • last post Jan 14th
Hey /r/Acting! About 10 months ago I [posted here](https://www.removeddit.com/r/acting/comments/b0fx63/im_30_and_i_dont_want_to_live_with_regret_for_the/) *(sorry for the removeddit link, original post got deleted)* about how my itch was getting the better of me and I needed to do something about it lest I regret it forever. I wanted to provide a ^small update, and also drum up a bit more discussion on what I can & should be working on this year. **So, what's new?** Well - I'm now recently 31. I spent most of 2019 diving back into class. I started with a basic technique class to warm things up last spring, and have been in ongoing scene study classes every month since. I've gotten to work on myself as an actor in scenes from True West, Death of a Salesmen, Proof, and more. **What about 2020 aspirations?** I'm still taking monthly scene study classes, while also hoping to try my hand at on camera studies once I build up my confidence a bit more. I'm only taking one class / month to keep costs from spiraling. I also still work a 9-5 office gig so much of my time is accounted for. I also would like to put myself out there a bit by 1) signing up for any and all online sources, 2) headshots, and 3) ideally even going on some auditions (maybe even booking a few 'entry level' non-union jobs to start building a reel). My ultimate goal, beyond 2020, is to be an on camera actor. In my original post I mentioned how I'm "in no rush" to get booked or get an agent, and while still true I do see the value in putting myself out there because, after all, stuff isn't just going to come to me - no matter how much better my technique gets. **Are you bored reading yet?** Hope not! I've got a few questions I was hoping to toss your guys' & gals' way to help get some direction. * Are backstage and actors access enough? * Should I focus any energy on agents? * When looking for non-union work, are there are unwritten rules for making sure I'm not setting myself up for failure / disaster? * This one is super subjective, but hoping it generates some decent discussion. How have you all known that it was "time" to jump into the next level with your training / work? Did you know, or was it something that just started shifting around you? Are there best practices (books, classes, trainings, w/e) that you want to or can share for others to check out? This is getting long, so I'll end it on this - thanks for your feedback in 2019! Wishing you all the best for this new year of adventure.
Monday VO Tip by voiceactordude • last post Jan 14th
If you get rejected by a talent agent, it isn't Armageddon. It's part of being a voice actor. Don't crawl into a corner, feel sorry yourself and quit! You have to keep trying. While I currently have three agents, I still get rejected! It doesn't matter if you're new or have decades of experience. Keep in mind, you don't need a talent agent to be successful. 75% of my annual business is from working with clients direct as an independent contractor.
Considering a new subreddit rule for posts seeking unpaid work by thisisnotarealperson • last post Jan 14th
I wanted to run this by you all, since the rules are in place to make this a community that works well for everyone. Currently we just allow any posts from people looking to cast actors (unless they're flagrantly scammy or otherwise suspicious) but I was wondering if you'd want a rule banning posts seeking unpaid work on a for-profit project. Like if someone is making a commercial or a funded film or something that will otherwise make money, but they're not paying actors, we'd remove the post. If it's someone putting together a low/no budget thing for fun or to gain experience, we'd leave it. Thoughts?
Are there any head roles I could book as an Arab actor? I feel like I hardly seen any. If so, what kind or role? by arabactor99 • last post Jan 14th
Just need a shot! by gamboaohana • last post Jan 14th
I am an aspiring Voice over actor. I have a great voice and would be great if given the chance. If anyone is in need of one please send me a PM. Thanks
How do I get into acting as an 18 year old with no prior experience? by TheFlashyN00B • last post Jan 14th
So i have never considered doing acting, I am not a creative person and all of the subjects that I chose to study represent that. I have A levels in physics, chemistry, biology and computer science and i am currently studying computer science at university (I have no experience in drama whatsoever). The only relevant subject that I have done is English literature, and I managed to achieve an A\*. I really do not want an office job and until recently i thought that is what I was destined for. The last few weeks I have been really interested in films and the actors involved, and it has occurred to me that it is something that I would like to pursue a career in. I have two questions, is it too late to get into acting provided that I did not choose acting related subjects? And how would I get into acting with absolutely zero experience? My personality is not the typical 'actor', i am very shy and can get rather nervous. Any advice is appreciated. thank you :)
Introducing "SMOTHERED" An R-Cade Productions Original Audio Drama [CROWDFUNDING PHASE] by R-Cade_Productions • last post Jan 14th
Looking for a new dramatic style podcast to fill the void? Are you a fan of crime drama? Our upcoming original production of the audio drama, "Smothered," might just be what you're looking for! It's a gritty, nail-biting piece of fiction that depicts two detectives, as they delve deep in the psychological woes of a young, prime suspect. Please consider checking out the [crowdfunding link](https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/smothered-an-r-cade-productions-original-podcast?create_edit=true#/) on Indiegogo. Everything we raise goes towards the production (actors, director, sound designer, gear, etc.) Beyond that, all remaining funds are promised to be donated towards CASA for Children. So please help us, give back, if you can! If you cannot comfortably contribute anything right now, that's all right. Money is often tight, but any funds, at all, would be sincerely appreciated. Spreading word about this campaign is another way you could always help out. Any consideration means a great deal, to which we are grateful.
Moving to New York from LA for a year, is there a different way to find auditions out there? by thomyorkesadoptedson • last post Jan 14th
I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that LA Casting won’t do me much good over there, but is actors access still popular over there? Are there any other resources?
Daughter (11) auditioned for an agent last weekend. Questions about follow up: by c00kiemomster • last post Jan 13th
It was a “meet and greet” thing where there was a limit of 20 actors auditioning. This is a small local agent with just her and one assistant. Several of my daughter’s friends are repped by this agent and get pretty good bookings. My daughter auditioned with the assistant. At the end of the audition (which she crushed!) the assistant said “I’m not supposed to say anything official, but I really look forward to working with you. If you don’t hear from my by Wednesday, shoot me an email”. I didn’t hear anything by Wednesday, so Thursday afternoon I sent an email. I still haven’t heard back. Should I try to contact them again on Monday or just wait it out? I don’t want to be pushy I guess, but I also don’t want them to just “oops” forget about my daughter. ??