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What is the deal with Drop-offs with Casting? Is this ok or not? I want to know the truth about these things because i'm tired of going nowhere by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 26th
i am repped, in sag, have imdb credits, have a decent reel with professional quality scenes from things, I email people CONSTANTLY. i have "better" reps tell me to "get back to them when i have network credits". wonderful. how the fuck do I get these network credits. how do I get these co-stars. i am TIRED of paying for expensive classes. these people are all making way more money than I am and i'm miserable sacrificing to put money in their pockets and it's not right. is it seen as desperate to do physical drop offs to casting directors & their offices? Valorie Hubbard and the performers couple on here say DO IT. is it seen as desperate to do physical drop offs to agents & managers? am i really supposed to keep paying these acting teachers thousands of dollars so that MAYBE one day, they pull me aside and go, "you know let me refer you to this CD or manager I know, you're work is just so fabulous I think maybe now you're worthy of a referral". and now these casting director workshops are even MORE expensive.... like what the fuck? how can you say you care about actors when you are charging $250 for a 3 week course? for like 9 hours? reading 3 times in front of them? it is absolute fucking exploitation of actors and i'm fucking sick it of. if you care about actors you should not be PREDATORY. you should charge a reasonable rate, or maybe go out of your way to give people with plenty of experience 1 line roles on your project, because i'm pretty sure they can handle 1 LINE!!!!! i just dont understand how anybody is supposed to break into this. i'm not getting paid. i barely get auditions. i'm tired of doing student films. i'm tired of switching around my schedule to work for free on crappy projects i either don't get the footage back from, or i can't use it because it's crappy. i'm tired of working with amateurs. i'm tired of paying people that already have way more money than me. what the fuck are you supposed to do? "keep grinding!". like what does that even mean?! somebody, give me the time of day and help me out here. i'm not asking you to refer me to your great rep, or give me anything, i just want advice on how to make even the tiniest bit of measurable progress, because i feel so paralyzed, so insane doing this. just "keep acting". HOW?! if there are no opportunities to act, how are you supposed to make progress? filming shit on my iphone is not going to get me where I need to be at this point and everything else costs thousands upon thousands of dollars that I don't have because i work shitty flexible survival job to be available for acting! and decent full time jobs that pay decent wages are NOT flexible for the once in a blue moon tv audition i get. they are just not. and they are hard as fuck to get these days. sincerely, frustrated as fuck actor STILL trying to break in. (and please dont give me shit about my attitude, i'm clearly being very sarcastic and exaggerating and venting in a safe space here. i handle myself professionally, and i'm not giving this "energy" to people in the real world. but i'll be honest i have literally no idea what to say to people at this point, because nothing about any of this makes any sense to me anymore)
at what point are you supposed to realize it's just not in the cards to have an acting career? by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 26th
everything about this is insane to me. agents with over 100 clients. nobody cares about developing you. you have to PAY to meet casting directors. everybody wants the heavy lifting to be done before they rep you. how you get somebody that "believes" in you seems ridiculous, because even finding any opportunities to ACT and then have somebody see you, and give a fuck, seems impossible. actors sacrifice their entire lives to work 3 days a year.... it's all so warped to me. if you email so many people, and nobody wants anything to do with you, at what point do you have to realize that it's just not in the cards for you? how many years of 0 progress until you're a delusional lunatic? this a serious question. it's 1 thing to get auditions and not be picked because of casting reasons. it's another thing to not even GET auditions, and not even get responses to emails despite your best efforts for YEARS. i dont want to be the crazy guy that nobody wants anything to do with. i either want to be able to participate or do something else with my life and retain an inch of dignity
Advice for novice actors by fransjw • last post Aug 26th
Hello there! I am 16 years old and I want to pursue a career as an actor, but I don't know if it is kind of difficult to start or even how. I did theatre from my early 10 years old and I fell in love with acting; but how real it is to be an actor and make a living of it? only the best ones make it or it is a combination of luck, contacts and money?
TORONTO (GTA) ACTORS by meaqanchristine • last post Aug 26th
How did you guys start your careers? I did a lot of acting in high school (4 years drama class, plus lunch time theatre, plus musicals). Do you think that is enough to start looking for agents? Just looking for a bit of guidance. Thanks!
How do you make your voice sound younger? by blondenow • last post Aug 25th
I'm a director, working with a 26 year-old actor on a short. She's playing a 16 year-old, and while she looks the part, her voice is a bit low and raspy. We've been talking about doing some voice work for the role, but neither of us have any experience with it, really. Is there a recommended method to getting a younger-sounding voice? I suppose I'm just hoping to get her sounding a bit higher and less raspy. Are there any videos on the subject you recommend? Thanks!
Acting If You Wear Glasses by brg10472003 • last post Aug 25th
Hello Reddit, what I'm about to write may come as strange, but for me is a frustration. I want to be an actor, and I also wear glasses. Well what's wrong with that? I thinkk there are not many main roles (or not necessary main) that require people who wear glasses, I don't know how to formulate this so it doesn't sound strange, also, it's more difficult to shoot when the actor has glasses, because of the glare on the lenses. Also, the next thing I have to say only applies to people with strabismus, I think, which I also have. It wouldn't be a problem for me to wear glasses if my eyes were normally alligned, because I could just take them off and act like someone who has perfect vision while shooting, but that won't work taking in that one of my eyes is not perfectly alligned, maybe there are some work arounds for this too like lenses or something, but from what I've heard so far there isn't. So, do you think I can make it into the industry if I'm only playing guys who wear glasses or stuff like that? It's really strange to ask this because it sounds weird, but I'm kinda concerned. Thanks for reading this, best of luck! EDIT: "So, do you think I can make it into the industry?" This came out weird, I'm meaning making it as an actor in general, not Hollywood or stuff like that. That would be great too, but I'm speaking in general.
looking to get feedback on my materials from some LA based working actors by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 25th
i just got new look-specific headshots, put together a new reel, and I'm being more targeted in my approach to industry. I've gotten auditions for major things previously, but few and far between. im sag and repped. I'm trying to get that first network co-star, as better reps have said to reach out once I get them under my belt. I would love any private feedback / advice from people a couple rungs above me. I can just shoot you my links privately or I can buy you one of those expensive coffees and waste your time in person. thanks guys
how do i become a background actor with no acting experience? i’ve tried central casting but the waiting list for an appointment is literally years... by Seth9595 • last post Aug 25th
i’m skilled on atvs and motor cycles if that helps me get a job in the field
Talent Link/Actors Access Question ! by teapeaz • last post Aug 24th
Hey! Who here has uses talent link? I have been using it and getting responses, but the initial request to contact from actors access usually just says “contact this person” with no further information other than an email address etc. Do you typically contact with headshot and resume even if they don’t ask for it? How do you typically word the email when reaching out to them? Trying to be as efficient with my email as possible, without being presumptive. I already had one agency respond that they were just inviting me to an open call, and didn’t need my materials etc. Also — most agencies have been responding to me asking for a meeting right away, but the one I am most interested in hasn’t gotten back to me! Oy!
Pros and Cons of being an Actor? by qiis • last post Aug 24th
What is your favourite thing about being an actor and the things that come with it? And what do you not like about acting/being an actor?
how did you get your first co-star? tips and strategies for a frustrated, repped & union actor trying to move forward by actorthrowaway54321 • last post Aug 24th
my reel is good. professional quality scenes and good acting. i have low level agents in multiple markets. i'm in sag. i have multiple imdb credits. i've done shorts, student films, theater, comedy / improv shows. i've gotten some tv / film auditions for series regulars, and a couple co-stars, and got pinned 1 time for a co-star, but this is all over the course of a few years. my frequency of auditions is horrible, like 10 a year (for tv/film), a couple a week if I spend all my time submitting for low / un-paid student projects, but i'm fed up with that. there is no benefit for me for doing those types of projects anymore. there is no reason why i shouldn't be getting more auditions for co-stars, i'm perfectly capable of booking 1 line if I could just get in the door for one. something is wrong here and I don't know how to move forward. i know once i DO get a co-star credit, the floodgates will open. but as of now I'm still standing on the outside looking in, and it's really horrible. higher up agents / managers say "get back to me when you have a couple co-stars". cool. what can I do here? what did you do to get your first one? i know comparing is not good, but something has to give here. would any working professionals maybe be kind enough to check out my materials / AA profile and perhaps offer some suggestions? i would really appreciate it
Actors Wanted! by bearbents • last post Aug 24th
Hi everyone. I’m an aspiring filmmaker. I write scripts (so far only short films), & i’m searching for actors who are interested in being on camera! I live in Virginia & am looking for anyone who is willing to meet in or around the area. I particularly live about 40 minutes from Washington, D.C. & Maryland, same distance for Richmond in the opposite direction. I’m willing to travel to meet up with anyone who is interested. I have multiple scripts I’m looking to make. One being a Sci-Fi, others being Dramas. If you are interested in knowing more, feel free to ask or direct message me! Or contact me here: carolinedistefano@aol.com @/bearbents on instagram @/carolinestfu on twitter
Casting Directors Agents by MIAxPaperPlanes • last post Aug 24th
So I was going through a list of Casting Directors and noticed that they too have Agents who also represent actors and that these actors end up being in most of the big theatre or TV shows. Is it likely that Agencies do this because it makes it easier to get their actors works since a casting directors will likely look at their Agencies books first or is this frowned upon?
Hey guys I’m literally using my throwaway because this is something very important to me that I’m very scared of asking by anonimouslee_ • last post Aug 24th
I’m already keeping my expectations low for this one. I’m the biggest Marvel fan ever and have the exact same age as the character of Kate Bishop. Last month marvel announced that they’re making a Hawkeye tv series and Kate Bishop will be a huge character in it. They did not announce which actress will be portraying her because either they want to keep it a secret OR because they haven’t cast anyone yet. I come from a country that has no business with Hollywood and I don’t have an agent or agency. I’m currently finishing my theatre degree and my biggest dream is to be an actor and if I dare to fantasise too much I can picture myself auditioning for this character. I have already seen other actresses being cast as characters that I love without me so much as having had the chance of auditioning, and many of you will agree that it hurts. Do you guys know if there’s anything I can do? Any casting director or agent I can contact? Anything at all someone in my situation can do? Sorry for dumb but specific question.
Losing a dream role? How does it affect you? by express_sushi49 • last post Aug 24th
This post is semi-cathartic, but I'm also just very curious about how other people cope with such a feeling. So recently, a big company has revealed casting for a new character. This is a character I've dreamed about playing for over a decade, and may be one of the founding reasons to become an actor, along with enjoyment, passion of the craft, happiness. Having a couple dream roles always helps that motivation factor. Recently it was announced that that character, one whom I thought I easily would've had another 5-6 years to build myself up a name to be eligible for, just got cast, and to a very worthy and credible actor too. Naturally, I'm gutted. I had laws of attraction in affect and made this character my home screen phone background, as well as had a sketch stuck to the wall in my office. This character would've been "I'm living a dream" if I'd gotten this role. Point is, in the wake of this announcement, I am sitting here truly hurt by it. Like missing a bus, being too slow/late, like that chance of a lifetime is gone forever. It's really got me down, because I've never felt this before. I've never had this happen. Not only am I shocked by the announcement itself, but I didn't expect the film for at least another half-decade or longer. Has anyone else here experienced this? How do you handle the lingering feels of demotivation and depression? I just feel like planting my face into my pillow and laying down all day. Worst part is I'm not even being melodramatic lol. Totally wanting to hear other's experiences akin to this and how to keep on trucking.
Do I really have to display myself on social media if I want to make it? by enjoythesilencio • last post Aug 24th
I'm new to acting and am barely getting into it, but I've been doing a lot of research and listening to people's advice. I heard that nowadays if you really want to get noticed, you should put yourself on social media and try to connect to people who are in the industry online. I also heard that it especially helps if you have a lot of followers. I've even heard famous actors talk about it. What do you think? I'm asking because I'm personally just not a big fan of social media and think it can be pretty toxic. I know as an actor you obviously have to put yourself out there, but is displaying myself on places like Instagram necessary? I feel like for a lot of things nowadays, a lot of people who either are some kind of artist, have a business, etc. put themselves on Instagram to try and connect or get more noticed... but it's personally not my thing. I mean I doubt it really is necessary, but I'm curious.
How do I progress "further" at an early age by eduardbrokexd • last post Aug 23rd
Hello, I am 16 years old and live in Germany,Hamburg. Short rundown on what "acting" I have done in the past The first time I ever something to do with "acting" was just try out as an extra in a kids movie about 10 months ago. 3-4 months later I joined a youth theatre group and we actually had our first play about 2 months ago. I have also got myself in an extra agency.And got 1 role as a featured extra in a commercial and one in a popuplar kids series but also just as an extra. I have also joined the school theatre this year. So as of now I am standing with 1 theatre play in my youth group 1 commercial as a featured extra 1 series as an extra 1 film as an extra So how do I progress further. I have been looking on like the german casting call sites that are [https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/](https://jobwrk.com/mitglieder/profil/) and [https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene\_Castings/Casting\_Angebote/](https://www.casting-network.de/Offener-Bereich/Offene_Castings/Casting_Angebote/) have been getting mixed succes. I actually did like an E-casting for an coming an age of series and they liked the selftape I send but in the end I did not get it since the budget did not allow for me toget an accomodation in Munich since their budget was tight. I have also picked up stanislavskis "an actor prepares" but have been struggling with the book a bit since the English vocabulary used in the book is on quite a high level. I had an consistent 1- or 2+ in English but this book is more than challenging for me. So on progressing further - Me and my agent have quite a good connection.She also connects extras,small part actors and actors. So my point is should I ask her if she could take me as a small part time actor or something else. Or would this be a big no no with my references? ​ One last [question.Do](https://question.Do) you think it is worth it to get a premium subcription for these casting sites like the one I linked above?(jobwrk) It is about 50€ a year and it's like actors acces,backstage etc but just for germans.
Voice actor by Gaby_boavv • last post Aug 23rd
Someone need a female voice or a cute happy child-like male/ female? You can contact me: **gabyboavv@gmail.com** (I reply everyone) Don't worry so much about cash :)