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Beginner by CloutchasR • last post Sep 12th
Hi everyone. I’m a 23 year old man the UK who hasn’t got any sort of acting experience but I’ve always been fond of it. I’ve always read about actors and watched documentaries on acting and have always been fascinated by it. Like a lot of people it’s a desire I didn’t act on and now I’m at an age where I don’t think I’ll be able to break into acting. I still have a belief though that I could shoot myself to the top because of my personality and belief in myself. Can someone from the UK please talk to me and give me advice on how to get into acting and give me some sort of leads and advice? I’m ready to fulfil my destiny!
Making Free Websites for Actors by authority11 • last post Sep 12th
Hello, ​ I am looking to help this community by making free websites for actors. This could be a website that could display your headshots, be a personal blog, have your resume, etc. Whatever you'd like I can make it. And yes it's completely free. I am looking to build my web design portfolio and figured this would be a good place to help some people out at.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Sep 12 by AutoModerator • last post Sep 12th
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.
Can I use a different name for Non Union Performances? by gymleaderscruff • last post Sep 12th
First post on Reddit so \~here we go\~ just got my Equity Card (yay) but im wondering if I can use a separate name for my performance art. Much of the performance art world is not Equity so I want to be able to continue in that world but I don't want to get in trouble with Actors' Equity. Any help would be appreciated <3 <3
Question for fellow actors by chrislabel • last post Sep 12th
As a new actor applying for roles/opportunities do you think it is worth attempting to write, shoot and act in your own stories and put it out there? OR to just focus character learning and applying for roles?
Period audition advice (Sense and Sensibility) by crowing-lights • last post Sep 11th
I am auditioning for Sense and Sensibility by Kate Hammill at the end of the month. I am trying for Elinor or Fanny/Lucy (this version can cast the same actor for both roles) but preparing the monologue that will set me up for Elinor. I am a fairly new actor and haven't prepared a monologue for a period piece before... Should I be looking for a piece from the same time? Should I audition with an accent (mine is pretty good...) ? I have been eyeing this from Jane Eyre, but I am just not sold on it... possibly it's just too emotionally driven for Elinor? https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/364998-i-grieve-to-leave-thornfield-i-love-thornfield---i Anyone have any advice on these questions or monologue suggestions that might be better than what I am currently looking at Edit: sentence got cut off
A few days ago I had nothing scheduled for this week. Today I’m being flown to another country to work for a month. by iluye1 • last post Sep 11th
From an audition I thought I bombed!! The spontaneous nature of being an actor is so bonkers and rewarding! You truly never know what’s coming next. Sending positive vibes out to you guys today!!!
Looking for Voice Actors by getontop00 • last post Sep 11th
I'm looking for Voice Actors to collaborate with for an independent project I'm developing. What would be the best way to connect? There seems to be many different sites and I'm getting a bit lost in what the best resource is. Or if you're a voice actor on here, please reach out! I'm looking for all ages! Cheers
Guess who just got a series regular audition...without an agent?? by D13_Ghost • last post Sep 11th
Not me lol. Actually my girlfriend. She found it on Actors Access but the reason she got it was because she not only submitted through there but also pitched herself because she was such a great fit for the role. Wanted to share because I’m really proud but also in case it helps anyone!
Actors of London, what acting classes would you recommend? by Lukiniobro • last post Sep 11th
Any insight would be much appreciated!
What are some of your acting / auditioning experiences? by callmecries • last post Sep 11th
Hello i was just wondering since most of you guys here are actors/actresses , and i have never acted on a professional level. so i would like to know what are some of your acting experiences while being on set? has anyone here acted on big firms like disney/broadway etc , tell us everything and share with us. Share some of your nerve wrecking experiences while being at the audition
I'm interested in hiring a female voice actor, but I have questions by Hewholooksskyward • last post Sep 11th
Like the title says, I'm exploring the idea of hiring a voice actor, but this is new territory for me. Allow me to explain what I'm looking for and why, and hopefully the good people here can help answers my questions, and point me in the right direction. So I'm a writer, and I've posted several stories on Reddit. My mom is my biggest fan, but here's the rub...she hasn't actually read any of my stories. She really prefers audible books, so she can listen as she sews. You probably see where I'm going here. :) I've just finished editing a story of mine I think she'd enjoy when it occurred to me that if I could find a voice actor, she'd be able to enjoy it in her preferred format. Since the two main characters are female, it only made sense to look for a female actor. Plus, that's her preference in general. The story, titled *A Ghost in the Machine*, is approx. 47k words in length, so roughly novella sized. You can find it [here](https://www.reddit.com/r/HFY/wiki/series/a_ghost_in_the_machine) if you're interested, though the final version is a bit more polished. Obviously, I wouldn't dream of asking someone to do this for free. I will gladly pay whoever takes on the role, but as I'm new to this (and it's basically a Xmas present), money is a concern. I will happily negotiate something equitable for us both. So there you have it. I would love to hear feedback from the community, and of course, if you're interested in taking on the role, leave a post here. Thank you in advance.
Why do you have to pay to audition? by crazycoconut247 • last post Sep 11th
I'm checking out actors access and backstage and both sites make you fork over money just for the chance of an audition. Better alternatives?
An interesting thought just occured to me, has there ever been a time where 2 different actors won an Oscar for the same role by Marinedave2387 • last post Sep 10th
Oscar season is upon us, and It's no secret that the new Joker film Directed by Todd Phillips and starring Joaquin Phoenix has been one of the most talked-about and one of the most anticipated films to be released in 2019. It took top honors at the 76th Venice Film Festival by winning the Golden Lion, the Film Festivals top award, and garnered an eight-minute standing ovation. It's almost certain by this point that the film will earn a few Oscar nominations, which got me thinking....Has there ever been a time where 2 different actors have won an Oscar for playing the same role? Heath Ledger won the Oscar for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his performance as The Joker in 2009 (posthumously. If my memory serves me right I believe his Father accepted the award on his behalf, but don't quote me on it), and it's quite possible that we could see Joaquin Phoenix taking home the Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role for his performance as The Joker in 2019. Has this ever happened before in the history of the Academy Awards?? Thanks in advance!
Looking for Voice Actors by HazyIsNotFunny • last post Sep 10th
Hi everyone, My Name is Hazy, And I'm looking for VAs for A WebSeries I'm making called The Internet Factory. I can't promise pay for The pilot, But I'll be able to after I finish The Pilot. For any questions, Please contact **Internet Factory#5422** on Discord. Thank You. ​ [https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FiFmrWYbMj5Jh1Lj7jgowjaFenEijueJkzyX1aeJ3ic/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1FiFmrWYbMj5Jh1Lj7jgowjaFenEijueJkzyX1aeJ3ic/edit?usp=sharing)
Acting as a lifestyle by Effeneli • last post Sep 10th
Hey Reddit Actors! What are some ways to prepare yourself as an actor? In terms of lifestyle choices such exercises, diet, habits or routines. Thanks a bunch :D
I am so fucking tired of working for free. I don't ever want to do it again. Am i doomed? by throwawaylife8899 • last post Sep 10th
because it seems like no matter what, all i can find from self submissions are bullshit student films and working for free. i am beyond fucking sick of it. beyond. i'm tired of not being valued. i'm tired of people not finishing projects. i'm tired of footage not being usable. i'm tired of people expecting me to self tape for free shit. i'm tired of being poor. most of all? i'm tired of seeing actors SKIP all this stuff, go STRAIGHT to professional, paid work.... all the while I'm struggling just to get by trying to balance shitting low paid survival jobs with shitty unpaid acting work? this is ridiculous. this is not how it's going to happen for me. it's financially and logistically impossible and I refuse to participate in this or even act like its ok. it's not ok. nobody should ever have to work for free. EVER. i am a good actor. i'm tired of being unappreciated. there HAS to be a better way of going about this. there just has to be......
Considering taking an acting class and possibly starting pursuing it on the side, any advice? by Doggo_Is_Life_ • last post Sep 10th
Hello, everyone. So, a little about me: I'm 23, I'm former US Navy, married, a current engineering student in college, and I work as a veterinarian assistant at a local animal hospital. Anyways, I've always loved the idea of becoming an actor on the big screen. I mean, c'mon; who hasn't, right? Honestly, I've always thought I was a good actor personally when it comes to certain things, but I'm sure everyone thinks that about themselves. I'm now considering taking an acting class with a local acting facility in my city, and I was wondering if anyone had any opinions on that. Should I even bother pursuing such a thing on the side? What tips or advice would you all have for me?
How do you deal with *only* rejection? by torschlussspanik • last post Sep 10th
How do you guys deal with having never in your life gotten a single role, and only been rejected? I have been fine with dealing with rejection so far but today seemed to be the straw that broke the camels back. I have applied for about ten things and auditioned for them in the last 3 months.As each rejection came (even ones I was essentially told I had got it and they'd contact me for shoot dates before saying they're going in a 'different direction') I'd just pick myself up and brush myself off. Til now, when I auditioned for a bottom of the ladder agency and I got told I didn't get in. I don't know if it's cos I'm a shit actor, or if it's cos I have two short films and one theatre on my entire CV (because I can never make it through the audition phase to even get to the actual filming) and I'm at the point where I'm just gonna start making my own content (thankful now for my screen degree at uni lol) since nobody believes in me except me. I'm so done. Anyone else?