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Hiring anime voice actors to message my little sister as a Christmas present (is this a good idea?) by neovangelis • last post Dec 6th
My sister is 15, and I'm 27. I got her into anime with FMA when she was about 10-11. Rated m15 I know, but she was driving trucks on our farm by then, so I just avoided anime that was sexual and took the mantle of coolest big brother. Problem now is that I accidentally turned her into a a full blown Otaku, so I have to own that one :) I thought getting a Christmas message from the characters/voice actors she loves the most would be a great unexpected gift, but then I started having reservations. I have two questions I'd like to ask you if you're still reading. **1)** Is it possible that she (or you in her shoes) could be upset by this? I have a lose idea floating around that she might be embarrassed at being hailed at random by someone who represents something she really cares about. A bit like the idea of "don't meet your heroes . I wouldn't want to ruin those characters for her by breaking the fourth wall without her consent. That, and she's shy. I can see it going really well or not so good, so how would you feel? Would or could you be potentially annoyed or upset by your brother doing this if it was you? **2)** If not, whats the best character themed message I could get them to say? My thought is just to get the voice actors to do the voices and mannerisms of the characters she likes, but all while using their real names. She'd probably appreciate that more than if they just sent a full on character larp message (yes, Santa is dead to her as well). What would you like if you were in her place? Cheers for any input, positive or negative. I'm sure I'm over thinking it, but teenage girls are often incomprehensible to me.
Keep killing it out there! by Agent___Mulder • last post Dec 6th
I recently signed with a new agent in a new region (for me), they do things a little differently than I am used to through my other reps - this is a small boutique agency - and every time one of their talent books something (no matter how small or large, and when NDAs are in effect its a generic announcement of BOOKED IT!), they send out an email blast to everyone on the roster. None of my other agents do this (or have done it before, usually it's a Facebook or Instagram post and more often than not, I miss it in my feed as I don't do a whole lot of social media). So a few times a week I get emails announcing talent that booked roles. People I don't know and people I probably will never, ever meet. ​ And I get ridiculously excited for them. ​ Just wanna say keep going, actors. Keep at it. ​ We see you and we celebrate with you and for you!
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actor_websites has been created by actor-websites • last post Dec 6th
A community where people share the websites they use to further their acting careers. Subject line should be the domain name. Please, no dupes. If your website is listed add a comment on how you use the website, and how it has helped you either find gigs or brand yourself online.
should I join SAG if I feel I need change? by Mave0193 • last post Dec 6th
I feel I need to do something big to bring change and now that I'm SAG eligible, I feel like maybe joining might make me feel more important. I have two agents, one told me her SAG actors have priority over non-union. I asked her if I should strongly consider joining. If she says yes, I would do it ASAP so I can work it with my acting tax deductible this year where I spent some decent money. I just wanted to see what this sub has to say. I turned 30 and feel like things havent been moving. I want to make moves now before its too late.
No sides, only headshot and resumé by ElBartoStan • last post Dec 6th
Hey everyone, I’ve recently come across a project I’m interested in auditioning for and it is online submission only. The problem is it requires no sides or video to be submitted, only headshot and resumé and a demo reel if possible. I’m a newer actor, but I’m eager to reach for roles anywhere. I only have two plays under my belt which closed earlier this year with short runs. I don’t have a resumé prepared or demo reel and am unsure how to compose a resume with such limited experience. What would you recommend I do? Any advice would be greatly appreciated and I would hate to pass up any opportunity without even trying. Thank you all!
How do you master the art of Acting? by junthepark • last post Dec 6th
So I've never done acting before in my life but I always thought that it was interesting. I'm taking a course called "Basic Acting" next semester and I want to get any tips or advice on being a good actor.
Heading into a disappearing industry? by Gagius01 • last post Dec 6th
Hi, I'm an 18 year old and an aspiring actor. I currently take acting classes and a film-making course at school and all is good but lately I have been having the thoughts of what if in the future, actors are completely replaced by AI and CGI? With the rate that technology is evolving I am quite sure that this is possible and it kind of got me worried that I am chasing an industry that will no longer exist since filmmakers won't need actors any more if this really does happen? Any thoughts from you guys? Thanks.
Method acting bad for mental health? by ashleybrownwink • last post Dec 5th
So I am in an acting class and just finished a book by Howard fine who writes about uta hagens acting style. It seems like method acting to me, where you think of circumstances you were in similar to the scene and take that to the scene. This seems successful but not mentally healthy. ACTORS: do you use uta Hagen/Howard fines acting methods or someone else’s you feel are mentally healthy and also successful?? Please help!!! I want to make sure I do this craft the right way from beginning to end. Thanks!
How to practice "less is more"? by doharlem • last post Dec 5th
Hey hey! My face is very expressive (+ doing a lot of gestures, moves, etc.), but on camera this gets unacceptably exaggerated. Trying to suppress expressions feels very unnatural, not truthful and uncomfortable. How actors fight excessive emoting/pointing on camera? Are there any specific exercises, any standard approach? Also, is this something that multiple 6-10 week "on-camera" classes *really* help with? (I'm in NYC) Thanks!!
What is the best website to look for voice acting work? by GorillaPants117 • last post Dec 5th
I know this probably gets asked often so I apologize in advance. I want to start voice acting as a hobby. Is there anywhere that has work for inexperienced voice actors? Work that doesn’t pay or pays very little. I just want to see some job listings so I can practice and I would like to know the best website to go to. I want to try cartoons, anime, video games, and some stuff for YouTube.
Actors of reddit, what are some giveaways that you're working with a particularly good (or bad) director? by PizzaNonce • last post Dec 5th
NYC Meetup? by Yaars23 • last post Dec 5th
Would all the professional actors here who live in NYC want to do a meetup? Would love to network, talk shop, and just hang out. We should utilize this reddit community more!
Anyone else really really like Jesse Eisenberg? He is such a great actor and I fan him a lot. I fan him. by GirlWhoEnjoysPenis • last post Dec 5th
He is just too much. I came from my 6th rewatch of the Night Moves 2013 and he blew my panties away again. He is just awesome! Good actor, charming... but doesn't try too hard. Just a solid human actor. I like him. However unlike let's say Jake Gyllenhaal... not all of his projects are my style. But that kinda makes me like Jesse Eisenberg even more, he wants diversity.. Make different kinds of films. Different vibes, different characters... different storylines. Kinda like what I would do if I was an actor... probably at least.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Dec 5 by AutoModerator • last post Dec 5th
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.
Should I become ACTRA Apprentice ASAP? by onethatgotaway_ • last post Dec 5th
Hi guys! I started acting in June 2019 and I’ve gotten a lot of auditions, mostly non-union but a handful of union ones too. On average I get 2 auditions a week. I booked a non union commercial in August and I booked an actor role for a TV show (union) last month. With this info do you think that it would be beneficial to sign up for ACTRA apprentice? Or should I wait? I asked my agent and they said I should stay non union for now but two other people in the industry said I should join apprentice.
NYC, LA, CHICAGO Actors: How many auditions do you do weekly/monthly? by lukeapalooz • last post Dec 5th
I am in a smaller regional market and things are going well--I'm looking to move to a bigger market eventually. There are lots of opportunities here, but there's not necessarily a steady stream of auditions, i.e. 3 auditions a week in February, 3 auditions in all of March. After a lot of thought about my approach to auditioning, I think I'd benefit a lot from upping my audition numbers and getting in an "audition groove". Because there's sometimes a lot of time in between my auditions, I can add extra (unnecessary) significance to each one. I'm working on the balance between hustling and focusing on the craft rather than the results. How often do you audition? Are there dry spells in your city? How does your union status/representation affect the number of auditions you do? (I am non-union and work in theatre and on-camera. Theatre/film agents aren't a thing in my city, but I am multi-listed with two commercial agencies.) Thanks so much for your input! And even if you're not in a NYC, LA, Chicago, I'd love to hear your thoughts.
Tips for acting as a high-functioning autistic character? by NinjaSus • last post Dec 5th
I’m debating auditioning for the role of Christopher at my local theater’s production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime. I saw the show a few years ago, and the actor who played Christopher did an amazing job expressing his autism. Any help from anyone with any experience playing or understanding similar characters, or any tips for playing a character on the spectrum is greatly appreciated.
screenwriters, playwrights looking for actors on new platform by FameNowLLC • last post Dec 5th
Hi All, I recently founded a startup, [FameNow](http://fame-now.com), that makes earning money more accessible for actors. It addresses the catalyzing fees that come with joining SAG and being retained by an agent. Screenwriters and playwrights pay actors to perform, edit, and upload renditions of their scripts. It's all totally remote. All you need is a phone camera. Check it out at [http://fame-now.com](http://fame-now.com) First month free to start accepting scripts and making money. Also free to feature existing short films and information on the "Exposure" page.