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Is there any good market for acting classes and roles for an aspiring actor in florida (tampa specifically) i have yet to find any good acting classes.. by naiansksnsnsidk • last post Jul 15th
Starting acting at 21. I'm currently in the military for another 3 years. Living in San Diego. by johnnyboy7173 • last post Jul 15th
Hello all, ​ So I'm in the Navy stationed in San Diego (pretty close to LA!) I've read the first few chapters of The Actors Life and am currently still reading the book. I really want to get into acting but, as stated, I can't sell all and move for another 3 years. I also have no acting experience whatsoever. The closest I've been to plays is I used to work sound and lighting for my high schools plays. ​ On top of acting classes, what things can I be doing NOW? Also I've been researching acting classes in San Diego and want to know if anyone here has any suggestions? ​ Thank you so much!
Aspiring Actor - how do I balance acting with supporting myself? by elephant_tetley • last post Jul 15th
Hi guys, I'm an aspiring actor who is looking to get more professional experience. I've been acting in volunteer/smaller scale theatre for basically my entire life, but I've always wanted to pursue it more seriously. The thing is, I also have a full time office job, without much flexibility in hours. It pays well, but I also live in a pretty expensive city. I've recently joined with a talent agency, which I'm really excited about, but I'm finding all the opportunities that come up there are like the next day. It's just not something that I feel like I can make happen while working a full time job- but I don't think I can support myself unless I keep this job. Any professional actors out there have tips on how you managed that? Did you find your employers were flexible? Or did you have to quit to make things happen. I'd rather not get in to the restaurant industry but this seems to be all that people can do to balance the lifestyle.
LA or NY for acting/modeling? by slimesezn • last post Jul 15th
Recently I went to a convention that I audition for and got invited. At said convention I received a scholarship to attend the New York Film Academy which I was really excited about as I'm relatively new to the industry. However, at this event I was scouted by many agents but 2 that I'm interested in that are interested in me as well are in LA and they are acting agencies. There's a Film Academy in LA as well that the scholarship applies to so my dilemma is that I really wish to pursue modeling as well, since that's why I really went up this path. I understand that actors are more versatile and can convert to modeling rather than vice versa however, I'm still stuck on where I want to go. I know NY is like model capital and my dream is the NY fashion walk. But I'm also taking into account living expenses. What is the better option?
can any working actors in NYC do me a solid and let me buy them coffee for 30 minutes and help me figure out what the hell is holding me back? by fuckingdiscrete • last post Jul 15th
i've hit a brick wall and i'm very frustrated. I know i have the potential to break through, i just need a little direction, honesty, strategy, and hope? i have multiple low level agents in different markets, in sag, i write simple shorts for myself, i self submit, i take workshops, i think outside the box... i do all the things. i've gotten some auditions for major things so I know i'm not entirely crazy but they are SO few and far in between it's never been an "out multiple times a week" thing... or even multiple times a month.... i'm trying to channel my anger into a peaceful little dove and release it into the air and I feel like the world ignites it with a flamethrower. any working actors, let me buy you a coffee or perhaps a danish, help a brother out. I'll send you my links so you can see I'm not a beginner. thanks guys
Acting scene in Toronto? by diaperBois • last post Jul 15th
Hey r/acting, I'm currently living in Toronto. Canadian citizen. I'm going to be taking a few acting classes soon, but I wanted to know how is Toronto for actors? On the sidebar, I see "moving to" for LA, NY, and Atlanta. Thought Toronto or Vancouver would be there as it's a big busy city. Are any of you currently in Toronto & booking roles? ​ Also, what can I expect when taking acting classes? I took quite a few when I was a lot younger, back in grade 7 or 8 or something, and they were classes by a community center, where we just practiced for plays we were going to perform at upcoming community events. There were a few days where we would read monologues and practice emotion ranges, but not that many. I guess a paid acting class would be more rigorous? ​ Other than those, any tips would be appreciated. Thanks, guys :)
Looking for Headshot Help by SlippitySlip • last post Jul 15th
Hello, I am a new actor and I am getting headshots done for the first time. I am just wondering what kind of clothes I should wear, what kind of photos I should take, and what kind of emotions/attitudes I should portray. If someone could drop examples of headshots they have done that would be helpful. ​ Thank in advance for your help, Joshua
Archetypes for Actors: The Victim The Hero The Tyrant by Will-Kelly • last post Jul 15th
ELI5: Showfax Actors Access Sides, how do they work? by SplittingEnnui • last post Jul 15th
So I was browsing the Actors Access site and decided to click on the sides section for the first time ever, because I guess I'm dumb. It looks to me like this is the site to go to if you ever hope to audition for anything major, so now I'm curious. How does it actually work? Can someone with AA Plus break down what the sides are and how you use them to get auditions?
I'm SAG but don't know what jobs that limits me to by unsatisfiedtourist • last post Jul 15th
I mostly work as a background actor, I'm core on an American network TV show. I've also done some student films and independent projects. I know I can't work as non-SAG on a production covered by the contract, but what about productions that aren't? Or things that aren't really productions? I see lots of ads on backstage, actors access, and casting networks for unpaid, independent projects that sound so fun, or things like lifestyle modeling, internal corporate material, and web ads for products. I don't think these things have anything to do with SAG, are they outside the scope of the contract? Can I apply to these jobs, paid or unpaid, without being in violation of the contract? ​ I'm looking in the contract re: background actors and I can't find anything specific about this.
Looking for Actors for Harry Potter fan films by EditingYeet • last post Jul 15th
Alright so I've started a production studio (@legilimens_productions on imatagram). We have started writing some Harry Potter fan movies, we are still looking for cast and crew members. Our current project is called 'Severus Snape could be innocent'. Currently we need actors, writers, artists, and posibably editors if anyone is interested. These are audio plays so we won't need to see anyone physically but will need them to record audio of themselves reading the scripts. If anyone is interested please message me about what opportunities you're interested in and I will add you to our discord. Also sidenote you won't be paid for this, especially not early on. Trust me, I'm not keeping this money all to myself because I'm not making money from it either. If anyone wants to start a patrion for our cast and crew that's fine, but please talk to me first. Also if anyone is interested in watching our movies and just joining our discord for fan purposes we are of course fine with that aswell. Thank you for your time and please reach out to me.
Aspiring 18yo Asian Actress by aspiringasianactress • last post Jul 15th
Hi guys! I am a Malaysian student on an f1 visa currently studying in the States. I am doing a Biological Science degree for my parents but I truly want to pursue a career in acting. Coming from an Asian background, my family and friends think that I am delusional but I believe that with hard work and enough effort (not to mention tons of luck), I can achieve my goals. I am hoping to do a minor in theatre or maybe even double major in both the science and the arts. ​ I guess I just need some encouragement, since most people I know think that I am nuts for even considering to enter the entertainment industry. Any kind words will help! Thank you guys!
semi aspiring actor? maybe just curious? no idea by epicallygenetic • last post Jul 15th
hi guys i feel a bit silly about posting on here but i feel like i’m being lured into acting. i’m currently working in the biotech industry, semi dropping out of college because i already have a job in my field and don’t feel like wasting the time or money when experience is more valuable. but the more i work in biotech, the more i realize it’s boring and it’s not for me. what i really love in this world is tv and films and expression. i love watching the character development, the portrayals, i’m curious about behind the scenes. i decided to dive straight into research on how to get into acting. i contacted my local community theater about volunteering or watching their rehearsals, i’ve contacted acting coaches, i’m signed up for backstage. i’m going into this head on because i need to find out if it’s what i want to do right now. am i on the right track? i have no true experience in acting, just a yearning to be able to express myself and explore different people and situations and create something.
Looking for actors in Davison mi area! by thecomedianpoe • last post Jul 15th
Hey, I'm a director of low budget short films, currently we are in pre production of a new action/thriller film Called "prey", we need actors, and crew. We usually release our stuff on YouTube and sometimes film festivals. Here's the synopsis of the film. PREY Synopsis: Every year a group of the world's craziest and deadliest psychopaths called “The Hunters” gather a group of random individuals and release them into the woods “The Prey”. They have one hour to either try and escape, or prepare to fight. Once the hours up “The Hunters” begin hunting their “prey”. “The Hunters” consist of a hitman, an ex marine sniper, two cannibal redneck brothers, a schizophrenic psycho and more (These are the main killers, there’s about five-ten more that don’t matter really and will die) “The Prey” are people of all different backgrounds, but one of them has a dark secret that could help them win.
Physiological effects of acting by SKB-786 • last post Jul 15th
All actors experienced stress, causing elevated heart rate, the more experienced actors displayed less heart rate variability than the less experienced actors in the same play. The more experienced actors experienced less stress while performing, and therefore had a smaller degree of variability than the less experienced, more stressed actors. The more experienced an actor is, the more stable their heart rate will be while performing, but will still experience elevated heart rates.
At what point is it more trouble than it's worth to audition for no pay films? by xijalu • last post Jul 14th
Submitted for an audition on Actors Access for a student film and they wrote back saying they want: a monologue, reading sides, a song, and a video reel (which I don't have) I have an agent in Chicago but it has a lot of people and I really need to redo the commercial headshot so since I joined in April, Ive only gotten one audition from their submissions... The only reason I do student film auditions is for connections, to get reel footage and put something on the resume, but due to the money from the commute and getting the sides and the time put into all that memorization, is a no pay student film worth it, in your opinion? Sorry this was longer than I intended but I would appreciate any thoughts!
Sometimes you have to take yourself a little less seriously to be a serious actor by icouldbeconvinced • last post Jul 14th
Where do I audition for a film by Nathans-warhammer • last post Jul 14th
Im planning on becoming an actor when I’m older and decided to start by educating myself, I know you need an agent and they’ll be informed when a role is opened, but I also heard that you can record yourself and send it to whoever you’re auditioning to.
Actors Access or Backstage? by deeward1017 • last post Jul 14th
Looking for some opinions! I recently moved to LA and am excited to even get the opportunity to submit myself or audition for anything, but I haven’t had the money yet to subscribe to one of these sites. Now that I do/will soon, which one should I put my money into? I currently have a profile on Actor Access (the free version where you can only have one picture and like a short bio lol) and I think I have a couple of friends that use that form, but I’ve also always liked the way Backstage is set up. I’m a trained theatre actor but looking to do theatre AND film, more specifically comedy. What do you guys use and why? :) thank you!!
I (22 F) don't sound like how I look. What to do? by wednesthurs • last post Jul 14th
I'm an Asian girl, buy my voice doesn't sound "girly" or "pleasant". The -way- I talk kinda reminds me of the YouTuber IISuperwomanII and the actress Awkwafina, and the -tone- of my voice is lower than both of them. Also, I -look- very girly. I don't know what kind of roles would suit me when my voice and look are polar opposites. Sometimes I think about "reshaping my voice", like learning different speech styles or something. Any advice would be appreciated, because I'm always feeling frustrated whenever I hear my voice in self-recordings. EDIT: Now that I think about it, my voice sounds low and boyish like Miley Cyrus.