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Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 28 by AutoModerator • last post Nov 28th
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.
Let my voice be heard! by LostTerraner • last post Nov 28th
Being a small time streamer and active on social platforms like discord, I've been asked whether i'd like to take up voice acting, or why I'm not a voice actor yet. Doing a little internet research here and there, I stumbled upon this subreddit and figured I'd ask here. I'm currently looking for gear, that being most notably a microphone to use, that isn't too expensive and makes a start into voice acting a little easier, as well as other tips and tricks to kick off.
Possible ways of practicing acting at home? by Despitethem • last post Nov 28th
I don’t have any acting classes near me but I do have a passion for acting. I was wondering if anyone knows ways to practice at home (should I just find and read scripts, keep submitting myself on actors access, etc.). I’m a 16 year old male and both of my parents both are supporting me fully. they can be a reader. thank you in advance!
Canadians, are the only castings agents have access to the ones that we can see on Casting Workbook? by sobeautifulsotragic • last post Nov 28th
Recently got an agent and got on Casting Workbook/Actor's Access and idk why but I thought there'd be more projects. I'm searching for and getting submitted for Canada wide stuff right now but sometimes only a few projects will come out each day with only a few specific/obscure roles. Is there a part of these websites that we can't see or something with roles that our agents can?
Light vs. Heavy rehearsal for film by patrick_luvs_LSD • last post Nov 28th
Sorry if the title may sound confusing, but what I'm trying to get at is; most actors rehearse for weeks and sometimes even months for a play, so once they get on stage they know all their blockings and lines word for word. But for film, wouldn't it be a smarter approach to maybe only memorize your lines and have an understanding what the objective is of the scene that you are about to perform in? Only because the director might have last second decisions for the scene and just have a whole different approach. I ask cause I am always curious as to how these professional film actors seem to execute so perfectly in such little time.
Anyone going through a "I dont want to be a professional MT actor, but still wants that? by StrobeRogers • last post Nov 28th
Hello, Happy Thanksgiving everyone. I'm trying to decide why i don't want to focus wholy on acting. I still want to study aspects of Musical Theater, and get into some. I don't want to do them only though or go to broadway,etc. I just want to have those experiences in my training. I'm hoping to find some kind of school or training. Ultimately, I want to do film and tv.. Is this a thing? To have that whole theatre experience? Thanks
In need of reassurance by sksksksksksksss • last post Nov 28th
I’ve never wanted to be an actor before until recently where I got a random feeling that I should go to acting school. I don’t have any experience and I don’t know if I want to form an acting career or try at least. But I love the art of acting and would like to get comfortable and confident enough to addition for roles in commercials and movies. I just feel like if I try I won’t be able to make it.
The other night I performed in front of 400 people for the very first time. (Small victory) by iReallyLikePicasso • last post Nov 28th
I enjoy reading people’s stories of success on here, and I wanted to share my small victory with you all. First of all I’m 22. I started acting in the spring of 2016, I took a beginners meisner course in NYC and took the more advanced class after that. And it was there in which I learned that I wanted to be an actor. Before I took the class, I already had a passion for film and theatre. However until then I didn’t have the courage to pursue acting as a career. I currently attend a community college (want to transfer to a drama school) and auditioned to the “arts festival” here and landed a role in this new play called “Tempus Fugit” by Greg Atkins. Basically what happens is I’m about to propose to my girlfriend whom I love dearly, when suddenly a future version of her visits me and tells me not to propose, because she cheats on me. It’s a comedy and I never really liked doing comedy stuff, but I had a ton of fun doing it. (I broke up with my girlfriend just before doing this...) I was a bit nervous beforehand, but once I stood on stage in complete blackout waiting for my time to shine, I quickly developed my fourth wall and didn’t even realize a crowd was even there. I loved every moment of it. After it was all over, people came up to me and congratulated me on my performance. I never had this happen to me before, I also never had a crowd react to my acting in real time like that, and listening to their laughter was amazing. It felt really good knowing that even for a brief moment, I struck them with joy and laughter. It also made me realize that my acting was believable, which also filled me with joy. What I am most proud of is acting without anticipating my scene partners words. When I just started out acting, I struggled with this. One of the most thrilling experiences of my life. I’m looking forward to what’s coming next. I love acting and I want to pursue this forever. I recently lost my girlfriend and stable job, and now I feel a deeper love/appreciation for acting. Even In my lowest moments, acting never fails to turn my mood around. Anyway I hope this all makes sense, I’m not really the greatest writer. [The only pic from that night ](https://imgur.com/a/wV3dpJn) I’m in the middle hanging out backstage :) I will never forget this night
Looking for a male Japanese voice actor for a short villain dialogue by TheUrbanOrb • last post Nov 28th
Hello, I‘m looking for a male native Japanese speaker, somewhere between 20-45 years old, with a deep voice. You would read one of two characters in a dialogue script of about two pages (of which about 2/3 or a bit more is your role). I estimate it would amount to about five minutes of speech, but I can‘t judge the length of the Japanese paragraphs in combination with the character, so it could be more or less than that. It is a villain role, and the content is graphic and fairly disturbing. However, it does not contain profanity. The script was translated from English to Japanese and is written in Kanji, so you need to be a fluent reader. There are only few Furigana. Your character is a reference to the main character of a game. He doesn‘t talk much in it, so it‘s hard to find longer clips. Still, these few sentences should give a good idea of the kind of tone I‘m looking for: At 0:38 in this video: https://youtu.be/5E894CbvOAI?t=38 At 42:06 in this video: https://youtu.be/BKxz-vDGziI?t=2527 In these clips, he is not acting as a villain. For this script however, that kind of voice would be a villain role. I need a certain kind of indifference: You are evil, but you are not being dramatic or emotional. You state your evil intentions while being convinced that your mission is absolute, that these is some kind of fate behind it. You deeply know with certainty that it will happen, and that it can‘t be averted, no matter how your dialogue partner feels about the things you say. That‘s why you are talking in a calm, confident and rather slow manner, but there is also some form of hatred oozing out of everything you say. She would try to convince you to stop being evil, but you remain firmly rooted in your evil intentions. I‘m asking for a short demo – please try to sound as close to the voice in the clips above, and say something along the lines of “I am going to do this and that, and do these evil things to everyone, and what I am doing is very important, and you cannot do anything about me. (etc.)“ The other dialogue voice will be acted by an amateur voice actress who‘ll record in her own home. To match this kind of budget, I can pay up to 100 $ for this. Please let me know if you‘re interested. Thank you.
Actor Barry Primus on Elia Kazan by myfootfellasleep • last post Nov 27th
Voice actors needed by An_Intellect • last post Nov 27th
I am making an animation trailer for a project I'm working based off my all time favorite game series, Five Nights at Freddy's, and I need voice actors. Now, I don't know how I would handle "pay" if at all, so think of this as experience. Here are the characters if you are interested (please send me a message if so) 1. Mean girl (female, 12-16): she's the classic bully with her 2 followers, always repeating what ever she says. She's an asshole, a bitch and a real dva. Try to be as rude as possible with every line Audition lines: what are you, 5? You know, that would actually make sense. Oh, SHUT UP!! Follower 1 and 2 (female, 12-15): they just follow mean girl around, trying not to get on her bad side and just repeating what mean girl says. All lines should be done mockingly. Audition lines: yeah, are you? Yeah, BRAT yeah, we're out of here Susy (female, 11-12) a shy, eleven to 12 year old girl who still hasn't really let go of her childhood , stuff like going to a "chuck e cheese" ESC pizzaria, playing with dolls, etc. Audition lines: What do you mean? (Warily) I...don't know WOW!! This is so cool!!
Asking advice to gain more acting skills by malibvnights • last post Nov 27th
I’m currently taking drama in high school and I’ve been learning a bit of acting and mime. I sort of want to act on camera one day than theatre but taking theatre will be more experimental as I’m going to be performing in front of the audience in the coming months. I’m asking for advice from experienced actors who learned a lot of acting, getting into character, getting over stage fright, etc.
Interview with Lili Barba, Voice Actress, Dubbing Director and Latin Brand Voice for LEGO and Apple by MelvinTheThird • last post Nov 27th
Name to credit myself w/ 4 Film by Roamingtoad678 • last post Nov 26th
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anyone here deep in the Chicago scene? by Mave0193 • last post Nov 26th
So I'm looking for some advice and would love to ask Chicago actors, please post, thank you!
New Voice Actor and New Dad by StaticLaughter • last post Nov 26th
Been training for years with voice teachers, acting teachers, singers, and self practice. I just purchased my first mic and am using Audacity to shape a Demo reel but I'm also welcoming my first child into the world and I'm so scared that I'm making a mistake. I have scripts to make a commercial reel and I have scripts to create a loose character reel. Is there anything else I can do to make myself feel like a real Voice Over actor. Any help is help.
Unpaid role as an extra/background actor ? by That1guy__ • last post Nov 26th
So I’ve been hired for an inde film, non union and no pay and supposedly includes IMDb credit but does include pay. The shoot is gonna be from 4pm till likely the early morning hours the next day. Is this fairly common to not be paid as an extra?
SAG Educational Contract by cerofthepri • last post Nov 26th
This might seem like a dumb or obvious question, but the film department at our local university is casting for their upcoming projects. One of the notes on the casting information is that they are SAG Educational projects, and it’s unclear to me what that means if non-union actors are cast or if it means anything at all. Is anybody familiar with the details of how these contracts work?
Have a business idea for young actors to earn extra money and experience during the holidays. I don't want to be involved, just want to suggest it for the benefit of others. Text box by Colorlode • last post Nov 26th
Hire yourself to act as the new s/o of singles who want someone to spice things up around the dinner table. One could practice roles, counter the drunk uncles political rant, etc. It could work