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Let’s talk TEETH!!! by harrywendorff • last post Jul 12th
As I assume a large amount of actors are, I’ve always been concerned that my smile is hurting me more than helping me as an actor. I was wondering what everyone’s experience with getting cosmetic work done to your teeth has been like. What work have you gotten? How much has it cost? How much does it help?
Around 3/4th of my hair is colored (pink/purple) should I still go for headshots or wait for the roots to grow and cut off the colored part? by hobolian • last post Jul 12th
Hey everyone! So as the title says I’ve been holding back from getting headshots because I feel like headshots should feature you in your most natural state (please correct me if it’s wrong to think this) and I fear it may prevent me from being casted in anything because it may limit what parts I can play. I wanted to know what fellow actors (or anyone else here really) thought about this? Or maybe it makes e stand out and I should just go for it?
Getting started with Auditions in LA? by mmoreofmerce • last post Jul 11th
Just moved to LA and I mostly work in film production but between that hustle and paying for acting classes—my program is well known but doesn’t do showcases—how do I find out and get cleared for auditions as a non union actress? Also can I begin going on auditions without a headshot? Basically I want to begin the process as I continue to save for headshots.
OPEN CASTING CALL TORONTO - Acting opportunities for independent student film by shneemyshneeze • last post Jul 11th
Title: “You Have Been Here Before” Genre: Art, Horror Director: Davie Parth Location: Toronto ​ **Info** “You Have Been Here Before” is an Art Horror short film that will begin filming in mid August 2019. The film has no dialogue, and the narrative moves through character reaction. Thus, this film will have no script, and actors will use character background information and scene breakdowns in order to perform. Low pay, food included on set. The auditioning process has two parts. The first part is a submission of headshots/reels. A full plot synopsis will be given to those who are called for the second round of auditions (in person), which will begin on July 25th. Final casting decisions are made through actor’s ability to convey emotions in their reactions to different situations within the story. Small stipend included for cast members. **Must be a Toronto based actor/actress**. Please send headshots/reels to [stardogparth@gmail.com](mailto:stardogparth@gmail.com) or stardoggolini@gmail.com by July 23rd, 2019. Story: Resurrected from death and waking up in a bath tub, a man gets reintroduced to the evil cult that he was a part of in his past life. **Roles****:** **WOMAN 1:** One of the members of the cult, and the supposed true pair of Man 1. A mysterious, yet alluring femme fatale that the protagonist cannot help but trust in his journey to find out more about his past life. Age 18-23, blonde, communicates well with her eyes. **WOMAN 2:** Another member of the cult, and the person for whom Man 1 and Woman 1 are searching. Age 18-23, any ethnicity/hair color.
Acting classes - how do I find the right fit? Is there something wrong with me if I don’t feel good when I walk away from a class? by anon-oh-1 • last post Jul 11th
I am in my early 20’s and have decided to give this acting thing a shot. I have always loved acting and have wanted to pursue it for a very long time. I was told that the best place to start was acting class. So after some extensive googling, I found a school in my area that provided a course for beginners. It promised to teach everything from audition technique to accents. To cut a long story short, I decided that this course wasn’t for me. It was due to many things, but I felt that after every class, I’d walk away feeling worse about my abilities than before. I can’t tell if this is a result of my self-doubt or if it was because of the classes themselves. Perhaps it is a mix of both. Regardless, I don’t think this school is the right fit for me. I guess my question is... how do you know if a teacher / school / class is right for you? What are your experiences with acting classes? How can you tell if a school is just there to make money and fill you with false promises... or is there to genuinely help you progress an an actor? Going forward, how should I approach learning the craft? Thank you in advance!
32 year old male still getting called for late teen early 20’s roles. How long can I keep this up. by Acts_Of_Random • last post Jul 11th
So to start off, I’m really kicking myself in the butt for not starting this earlier on in life. I wanted to be a actor sense I was a kid. Even the future profession I chose for my 8th grade yearbook. I got into acting at the age of 27. after a breakup. I don’t know what it did to me, but after a binge watch of vampire dairies in Netflix, it relit a flame in me to want to peruse acting for real. Got my feet wet in acting classes but really didn’t go to auditions etc until the next year at age 28. To not drag this on too long I started going out to auditions and realized quickly no one was calling me in. So I asked my teacher and he told me because of the way I looked, I should go for teenager to early 20’s. I thought he was crazy, but I did it anyway and boom!! I started getting auditions. I did student films etc, and low budget shorts to build my resume, and at the age of 29 I booked my 1st tv role for the ID channel playing a 17 year old high school. Recently I booked a Netflix co-star gig playing a 16 year old witness to a crime. And to remind you I’m 32. I kid you not, I thought these people were nuts. But I’m not gonna ask questions or tell them my age. I’ve taken 2 breaks since starting back in 2014 due to financial reasons. But thanks to technology and app based jobs I’ve been able to pursue acting and not have a regular JOB for about a year. I’m now SAG-E, and at this point I’m finally gonna start seeking representation. My question at what point or how long can I go doing roles for early 20’s being I’m already 32 years old. I’d like to play older, but know I’ll never get used or called in for a 30 year old character. If it helps to know, I am african American. My voice isn’t super deep, and my face haven’t really changed much over the years. At some point should I just stop submitting for younger roles, or keep doing it until I hit a plateau? I feel it would be weird being 36 playing a varsity wearing college freshman. Would love you guys input on this as I don’t know what to do. Thanks. TLDR: I’m 32 playing much younger roles. How long will this last, and at what point should I go for older roles.
ACTING AGENTS by _itsnyla • last post Jul 11th
Hi, I’m looking for an acting agent, I want to become an actress, but I’ll need an agent,if you know an agent or anything, please let me know, it’d be a dream come true.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 11 by AutoModerator • last post Jul 11th
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.
My lack of self-confidence is holding me back from pursuing an acting career. Any advice for dealing with your inner critic? by anon-oh-1 • last post Jul 11th
In classes, I always feel like I’m the worst in the room. When I watch others act, I feel like they’re so much better than me. Sometimes I feel like I’ll never be capable of acting on screen. I even watch myself and believe that I am not attractive enough to be an actor. Despite all of this, I still love to act and want to pursue it. I would hate for my lack of self-confidence to be the only reason I don’t give it my best shot. Has anyone ever experienced this? If so, how did you get over the feeling of not being good enough?
Essays for BFA and Conservatory applications. by ThumbsAreGreen • last post Jul 11th
" An essay 250-500 words describing your goals in the field of acting and why you wish to study at the Institute." A conservatory I am looking into has this on their application and listed as "optional" I plan on doing one, but just wanted to get some advice from others who have experience doing so. I really don't want to just sit and talk about myself and how much I love acting and how fulfilling it can be, etc, etc, blah blah blah. Everybody says that. As it is listed as optional, I was thinking about also omitting one from my application as I'm not the type of person who really views acting as something "I was born to do" or it's "my destiny" and stuff like that, to me, all of that is super cheesy and eye roll material, and take that gamble by hoping it's a question we could talk about during the in-person interview. I also see this essay having the ability to be used as a powerful business statement for myself. Anybody have any unique approaches they have used? Maybe use that essay to talk about a specific production I was a part of or anything really. Just trying to stay away from cliche, stereotypical actor responses to this type of request.
Need to portray a rich jerk and I am in need of some advice. by lestrich • last post Jul 11th
Don’t know if these kinds of posts are allowed around here. If not, please tell me, so I can delete it. Sorry if my englisch is not the best, I am from Germany. During summer, I’m part of a summer camp as an supervisor. During the vacation, we’re doing all kind of games and shows, and on one evening we’re doing an „Improtheater“. (I don’t know if that’s a thing in America/UK/wherever, but in Germany it’s kinda common. You are assigned a role and get thrown in any situation and have to act accordingly.) So my role will be that of a rich young „jerk“. (You know the Type: Rich dad, has always gotten his will, thinks others are inferior, is obnoxious and so on). And here comes my problem. While I’m a fairly good actor, I need some advice as how to best portray that role: Posture, way of speech, overall character, attire etc. It can be very over the top, I don’t care to make myself ridiculous as long as the children are having fun! Thanks in advance!
I am an South Asian-American actor with English first and last names. Should I change it or add an ethnic middle name to better represent who I am? by bruceleexdarwin • last post Jul 11th
My first and last names are English names due to my family being of Christian background. Think Russell Peters, who is Indian-Canadian but with an English name. Given my South-Asian looks and background, I feel this doesn't quite look right on on-screen credits and might even be a disadvantage for getting roles. ​ I feel the era of needing to anglicize ethnic names in order to get roles has come to an end. In fact, it might be the opposite, where it is better to represent who you are through your name. I'm thinking of at least adding a middle name to mine by going further along my ancestry and finding one from before the change to English names. ​ Any thoughts or opinions on this matter would be much appreciated.
Casting NYC NATIVE ITALIAN Speakers Men and/or women 45-60 by cvf714 • last post Jul 11th
Spoke with Andrew today. Can mention but do not have to be GIAA member. Online medical project seeks Italian actors MUST be native speakers) Working on a web based medical project. Shooting in NYC. Project is a simulated video discussion between doctor and patient. Looking to cast the roles of the Patient & the Doctor PatientCaucasianItalian (MUST be a native speaker)52 year old male27 BMI / A little bit overweight DoctorCaucasian Italian (MUST be a native speaker)45-60 years oldMale or Female The selected actors will be featured in a simulated video that would be used on the sites continuing education platform. All simulated videos can be viewed by members and anyone can become a member. This is a non-union project and the shoot is a half day. The rate is $750 for the patient and $750 for the doctor. Shoot date has not yet been confirmed but looking to shoot ASAP. Anyone that fits the bill and is interested should submit a headshot and resume. An online audition will be requested by selected actors. [Email: andrew@andrewhechtmedia.com](mailto:andrew@andrewhechtmedia.com) Subject: Italian actor
How's the situation in Australia? by atanassova • last post Jul 11th
Found out I'd spend a year in Australia before i move to the UK because of my family. Overall i have a pretty large resume with which i could get a relatively good UK agent but i still wanna do some work in Australia. Is there any work though? I've heard many actors complaining and saying there's nothing out there anymore.
Moving to LA....but with a 9 to 5? by SalesToMarketing • last post Jul 10th
All things considered, I’m a beginner actor. I want to move to LA regardless, but I know the schedule will likely be a problem. I’m non union with little experience but keep in mind I want to move out there anyways. Has anybody moved there, worked 9 to 5, then eventually transitioned to acting? From my experience, most student and independent productions shoot and audition during the week as well. Or at least where I am. Should I go for the 9 to 5 or aim for flexibility right off the bat since I know I won’t be called for auditions much at first?
Casting Call by cpnspiderpool • last post Jul 10th
Hey, guys. My friend and I are making a horror/slasher film and are looking for actors in the Charlottesville/Staunton/Waynesboro or areas close to those in Virginia. Currently still working on the script, so we dont currently have filming dates yet. If you are interested, DM me for more information. We are looking for actors and actresses around the age of 18-mid twenties.
Casting #s on a recent SAG commercial casting; Auditioned vs Booked OCPs by coejoburn • last post Jul 10th
Co-owner of a Casting Company in NYC and we recently cast a SAG campaign intended for broadcast release. I thought it might be interesting for the sub to get a sense of the competition by taking a quick look at the raw dirty numbers. Here is the breakdown for our NYC casting for a fast-food company: 526 SAG actors auditioned for 9 different roles, in 6 scenes, over 3 studio audition days. An additional 62 actors auditioned via Skype. Total of 588 auditioned. 140 were brought back in for the single studio callback day. An additional 7 actors were requested at the callback, but unable to attend for various reasons. Client ended up booking 15 OCPs for the 9 roles. The final rough probability (not broken day by #s of people auditioned per role) is a 2.5% chance of landing an OCP in this broadcast campaign. The odds increased to 10% for those returning at the callback being booked as an OCP. The competition for SAG broadcast campaigns is stiff, and such campaigns (broadcast) are fewer and fewer these days. So, as many of you already know, the chances of booking an OCP role in a campaign like this are slim, but lucrative. All of the auditions were done in groups by scene, and the dialogue was sparse. Client decisions were made mostly by the physical acting and reacting required in each scene. *Some light research may likely reveal who the client is for this campaign, but do me a favor and keep their name out of this if you'd be so kind.* Happy to answer any questions that I can.
UK vs US by lovemesomejazz • last post Jul 10th
I'd love to open up the discussion about the pros and cons of UK vs US. Yes, I know in many ways that LA is superior to London. But for people starting out?, people with some credits?, younger actors?, older actors? With a better accent here or there? I'd love to hear everyone's thoughts and experiences to help people with the move and make the decision. Thanks guys!
I have a sudden interest in learning how to act! but I don’t think I can stay committed to it... by RC3_Skywalker • last post Jul 10th
TL;DR At bottom I have a sudden interest in movie acting after after watching Stranger Things 3. I have personally never liked the idea of going up on stage singing and dancing in school plays because I was very introverted and I thought it was all a lame joke. I’m not the most attractive person. My dad would joke sometimes that my jawline is very appealing and that my new braces would give me straighter teeth than many popular actors. I am in high school, skinny, moving to junior year and have zero friends. I look at what it takes to become an actor and how I can do it, and I realize that acting is actually a very rough line of work and that it takes dedication and perseverance to even get an appearance on the big screen. Dedication? Perseverance? I can’t even stay committed to cleaning my room, doing the dishes or any sort chore or hobby. I’m told that I’m super interested or talented in something new I’m getting into and I lose interest about halfway. I was the the talented one of the violin but I didn’t dedicate to any actual practicing. It was not only my talent but I was lucky enough to be taught by an excellent teacher. You can only go so far relying on your talent and good teachings. I ended up dropping String Orchestra as I went to high school and looking back I miss my orchestra teacher and my class. I could literally be a violin god because of all the perfect opportunities I was presented with, but my lack of commitment held me back. I fact, I recall my teacher telling us of his former students that decided to drop orchestra into high school and they try to get back into it, but they’re out of practice. Those students are literally just like me regretting their mistake. “Why start something and invest time in it if you’re never going to finish it?” or something like that, he once said. He was very smart/wise for a young man. Now that’s enough of my failed orchestra life. Back to acting. I started considering switching out my course schedule for next school year when I get the chance so I can learn. But now I don’t know if I should. Should I get into acting in school? Or should I drop it? Is the work and effort worth it? Either way I hope my decision won’t be a mistake *TL;DR* After watching Stranger Things and taking peeks behind the scenes, I have a sudden interest in acting and learning how to act, but looking back on experience from my lack of dedication, I’m reconsidering whether or not I really should be investing time in learning about this. Edit: spelling