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Need advice asap. Approach director/producers? by Bonelesszeeebra • last post Nov 15th
I'm currently serving some directors and producers in the restaurant I'm working at. They're talking about a film they're putting together. Would it be unprofessional if I were to mention I'm an actor? Would they just be annoyed? Thanks in advance
Still in consideration but not invited to callback? by TechCaptain • last post Nov 15th
Hello all, I recently auditioned for a musical (Into the Woods) for the first time since I was in middle school in 2009. I was invited to the callback (I still got it) but I noticed there was a segment in the call back announcement that said "The actors below are still in consideration for casting but are not needed at Sunday's callback". Is this a normal thing? Are they regulars at that theater and not needed to be evaluated again or something? Just a little confused is all.
Want to trade IMDb project ratings? by Tyson Turrou • last post Nov 15th
Hi All! I produced a feature called Loners and we've been hit by trolls, drastically reducing our IMDb rating (not star rating, but the __ out of 10 stars people give after watching). These jerks go through rating everything extremely low and because they rate so much, IMDb's algorithm gives them more weight. So we had 100 ratings with a 6.5 weighted average (even after getting 13 1's by trolls) and with three low ratings from these jerks we went down to a 4.8 overnight. Now when anyone goes to our Amazon page they see that rating. So we need to get it up! Anyone want to trade ratings with me? Something between a 7-9 (I don't think 10's are very good for improving the weighted rating). I've also rated a bunch of films, so my rating is worth more in their algorithm. Thanks! Tyson Loners IMDb page: http://bit.ly/LonersIDMB
Good sites for collaboration? (a la HitREcord) by voicelant • last post Nov 14th
I'm just kind of starting out as a hobby, building a reel, and having some fun. I'm just learning the ropes. I have really enjoyed messing with HitREcord and Behind The Voice Actors, but there are not a ton of projects out there at any given time. Where else can I link up with amateur animators, game devs, filmmakers, etc. who might need voice talent for their projects?
I'm absolutely raging with the lack of professionalism so I just wanted to vent. by actingstuff1 • last post Nov 14th
So I have recently wrote my own short film, which is pretty cool. I decide to cast it by holding auditons, even though I'm an amateur myself. The lead is going to one of my friends who I know is great, but I hold auditions for smaller roles. This one guy who I actually trained with in a workshop auditions, hes good, I give him the role. My mistake: I get a funny feeling about this dude but decide to offer him it anyway because of connections and the fact he is free every day. This is paid, just to say. Day one of filming starts and hes nowhere to be seen. We film parts without him, he ends up texting to say hes unwell. Cool, whatever. Day two happens and again he doesn't show up. This time I get a long ass text before reaching out to him about how he just cant do it, he feels too stressed and hasn't learned the lines. I text him back saying I'm annoyed, I've paid crew and other actors to be here and weve been let down, its botherd me and that I'll look for someone else for it. He tells me to give him til next week to get himself sorted and I tell him I cant, I've booked only a certain number of weeks to get this done or else I'd be losing money so I cant wait, I'll find someone available fast Cool, we continue filming and one of the guys friends actually steps in. However, we go on Facebook later that night and theres a big massive rant on his profile page about how important mental health matters in the acting industry and how many directors and actors and crew dont realise that sometimes someone is struggling and that you should be allowed an off day, a mental health day and that people need to be more aware that actors are dealing with their mental health being bad and that they shouldn't get rude or upset when they are depressed and then goes on to say hes recently been fired for his mental health. i'm ANNOYED. like so ANNOYED. this guy has many industry professionals and casting directors on his lists, hes very well connected and some of them are even commenting stuff like yes totally true!! without knowing the behind the scenes and telling him its ridiculous hes been fired for something like that nowhere did this guy tell me he had bad mental health, the word he used was "stressed" and his whole post is blasting us, anonymously for saying we were upset at him and re cast him Although he hasn't named us, I'm absolutely raging at the lack of professionalism to go on social media and complain when you're the one who ignored us for one day of filming and then cancelled a second time despite having commitments. Yes, people get depressed, but if you have a PLAN with someone dont get annoyed that they react when you decide you cant do something they've agreed to do with you. End of rant, I had to get that out here. It feels better.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 14 by AutoModerator • last post Nov 14th
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.
A few days in LA. by Bryguy5556 • last post Nov 14th
Hi All, I am an NYC based working actor, with representation, etc...I will be in LA for a few days in December for personal reasons, but I will have a few days of extra time open to me. Is there anything acting-wise I should do in LA? ​ Perhaps a coach or workshop which is worth doing while I am out there, or networking worth doing? Any suggestions would be great.
New high school actor by itsmeshiver • last post Nov 14th
So... I did tech/stage crew for my school's play this fall (Angels In America)... and I'm looking to be in the Winter Play, the Last Days of Judas Iscariot. I've played minor, non speaking roles in the past, but I'm auditioning for a speaking role. Do y'all have any tips for me,someone who's never acted before, trying to audition for the school play? I'm trying to look at plays online, and the play we're performing tonight. I can try to learn from the actors and try to analyze them, but I'm afraid I'll struggle with social anxiety and what not when I audition. Any tips for being more open and expressive while acting as well?
Former Actress/Current perfectionist - looking for advice! by GlibGirl • last post Nov 14th
I have already gotten so much out of the advice and information posted here so THANK YOU to the members of this community for that and in advance for your suggestions. :) I went to a performing arts high school, got my BFA in theatre performance and worked professionally as an actor for about 15 years before getting married, having babies, moving to Portland, Maine and taking a (fairly)-well-paying job with health insurance (in advertising). In my NYC/Chicago/DC years I badly wanted to break into VO but was never able to really set aside the money to do coaching and a demo. Fast forward to now! I am a single mum of 2 little ones in a market that's, you know, pretty wee. But due to my proximity to a number of national brands (whose advertising we create and often produce and edit at my job), I've actually had a few SAG VO jobs for clients. I'm considered a "must join" (i'm pretty sure) for any future SAG work. I really want (and frankly *need)* to supplement my income with more VO work. Ultimately I would love for it to be able to replace my full time job because it would allow me a lot more flexibility with my little ones' schedule (honestly that feels like a dream that's practically on the level of winning the lotto though). Here are the things I'm sort of wrestling with: 1. I really \*think\* I can produce a good quality demo with the broadcast quality equipment and editors that I have access to at work. But there's an old nagging voice that says that's unprofessional and shooting myself in the foot before I even really get started. OTOH - even if it's not a *perfect* demo it could certainly be good enough to pick up some non-union work here and there as I start to try and move back into it, right? Esp with the work I have already in the can. And it's not like there's anything preventing me from putting together something better farther down the line. #PerfectionistProbs 2. For someone in my position, am I better off trying to pick up some project work through voicebanks and other similar outlets, or should I try to push forward with SAG membership and the better pay that comes along with those less-frequent jobs? Is there any point in even *trying* to do that without an agent? And is it even possible to work with an agent in a small city like mine? I could make it down to Boston pretty easily for auditions and recordings but probably not more than a few times a month, especially while I'm still working full-time. Thanks a lot if you've read this far. And thanks in advance for any replies. xo
Q: lead non-speaking role on resume? by doharlem • last post Nov 14th
Hey hey!I've just played in a short movie: only one actor (me), non-speaking role - most of the time video of me writing a letter, but there will be a voice-over later, reading this letter aloud. Questions: 1. Can I still add this work into my resume? 2. This is still a Lead role, correct? 3. If yes to #1, should I make any special notes/adjustments or write as always: Project Name - Lead - Director Name? Thank you!!
Background actor to actor? by margisss • last post Nov 14th
Hi! So a few weeks ago I applied for an extra job for a commercial and I just received a mail from them saying ‘we would like to present you as a suggestion for directing, but for another scene which takes place in a different place than the one you originally applied for’ Does this mean I might get upgraded from an extra to a featured actor in this commercial?
Should I do this program advice from actors who are in the industry by kkrs28 • last post Nov 14th
I have the opportunity to take a 4 month film acting diploma program in Toronto. They give you 4 professional demo reels train you in method, meisner, Susan Batson etc. At the end of the program they also refer the best students to talent agencies and casting directors. overall the program will cost 10,000 plus my housing fees. Do you think this program would be beneficial to my career, and is it worth the money or am I being taken advantage of ? Any answers appreciated also the school is the Toronto Academy of Acting For Film and Television.
Help with monologue selection by teslavendetta_ • last post Nov 14th
So, I’m a newer actor (of about a year) and have just recently transitioned from background into doing short films/student films. I feel craft getting better, and would like to present a more polished profile so I was thinking if I had a monologue on my acting profiles, it would be help present me improvement. One of the monologues that I happen to come across recently was unexpected, it was a monologue from[Lana Del Rey’s “Ride” video](https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d1/1f/14/d11f14bb859d34fe641397000a06d802.png). The monologue really speaks to me as a person and I was thinking of performing it and putting it on my profile. BUT, I literally just read this Reddit’s guide for monologues today and it‘s suggested it may be best to do monologues from plays and I guess you guys can see my conundrum. I would love to hear you guys’ thoughts/opinions! What do you guys think about the monologue, etc.
What Prep Do Actors Need? by OoooohKay • last post Nov 14th
Hey, I’m making my directorial debut by shooting an anthology series. I have no clue what to demand of my actors. How much practice should I schedule? Should I expect them to memorize their lines on the fly? We are only shooting the episodes as proof of concept to pitch, but I still want a compelling product and I want a good experience all around.
My experience with voicecoaches.com by kalikade • last post Nov 14th
I saw an older Reddit post asking if anyone had any experience with voicecoaches.com, but it was archived. I’m here to tell you to stay away! I went to a “Making money with your voice” workshop of theirs. The workshop was essentially a long sales pitch to register for their lessons package which costs 4000$. We didn’t actually learn how to start out as a voice over actor, we just learned what it’s like to be one and how much money some of them make (a lot!). The entire workshop led to them making sure we knew how important it was to get educated first and that their lesson package was the best. At the end of the workshop, we recorded a small voice over as if it was for an ad. Then we filled in a form with our phone number name email saying we’d like feedback on our voice over exercise. The next day, someone from their company called each of us saying we had a lot of potential and saying what our voice could be good for. After about 30sec of that, they went straight to asking for us to sign up for their 4000$ package. What followed was a good 5min of them trying to convince us and giving us “massive discounts” on it. After I refused, i realized they sold my phone number, name and email to third parties. I started receiving messages and emails from different voice over companies looking to sign me up for voice over lessons. One of them was for a package costing 120,000$ which a massive “a star is born” discount of 30,000$ because I’m “oh so special and talented”. I talked to an actual full time voice coach and voice over artist in Chicago and she assured me it was a scam. I’ve listed some of the advice they gave us during the workshop, and what their classes consisted of and their cost, and she thought it was outrageous and completely out of touch with how the voice over business actually works in Chicago. They are not looking to educate you, they are looking to take your money. And if they can’t, they’ll sell your info to third parties to at least get something out of you. Stay away.
Headshots and Acting reels by HelpingHand • last post Nov 13th
https://youtu.be/C3e51N8oue8
Comp cards for modeling and acting by Elani • last post Nov 13th
Do I have to have a different comp card for modeling and acting or can I use my modeling one for acting as well? Thanks!
How to have greater Self Control over Being a Channel? by mrarthurwhite • last post Nov 13th
In training as an artist or actor we (I and my classmates) were trained as channels , our bodies were instruments for the divine. I embraced that and I am grateful for it because most of the times my body and my thoughts guide me towards what is most good but it has also meant that there are times when I am not myself (the whole point of acting is to lose ourselves in a role or to be receptive or to be a ready instrument). I encountered similar thoughts regarding pre-destination in some religious circles and rejoiced in it because surely our destiny is to only do what is holy, wholesome, benign, beautiful (and I have been blessed). Sometimes and recently (almost quite a few years now) I am observing that I am thinking and wishing for and doing things which I do not agree with morally and ethically. I have tried fasting and praying and telling myself that I have control over what I do and what I think. In one particular instance I have actually has less self control. I was listening to a lady who once told me "if you don't wish to do something just don't do it". Yet, the idea behind a fair and beautiful peoples (the most innocent peoples) is that they trust in God and are instruments of the divine and always saying "Here I am use/send me". Does anyone else have any suggestions on how to have greater self control over the mind and body and still be a channel of what is holy and good?
NYC managers for actor/writer/music/multihyphenates? (where to search) by rrichardjames • last post Nov 13th
Hey guys! Long time lurker. I'm know I'm not the only actor who's had this experience, but since moving to the city, some other creative pursuits have grown to be a big part of my life (mainly in comedy & writing). I had an acting agent for a little while, and when my writing stuff would do well or win awards, she didn't care (I guess that's not her job, I can't really be mad). I get gigs of many strange shapes....I arranged a barbershop quartet for Nickelodeon, I sing in a wedding band, I do freelance music work of all kinds, musical improv....I guess what I really need is a general manager (across acting, music, & writing). Do those exist? Is that a thing? Would I need different management for different pursuits? I've done research of my own but I haven't come up with much. Any thoughts/advice appreciated! Thanks, Ethan [ethancrystal.com](https://ethancrystal.com)
Toronto actors: How does ACTRA work? by BUSCEMIxCAGE • last post Nov 13th
1. What are the “need to know’s”? 2. What are the pros and cons of joining, aside from the obvious, can’t work at non-union projects? 3. What’s an ACTRA apprentice, and is there a timeframe for joining/claiming the ACTRA credit for apprenticeship, or not? 4. Is it a little bit easier for agents to pitch you if you’re union? I heard that a lot of actors are not happy with the way ACTRA’s operating.