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What’s the best way to get into a feature film as an actor or extra by JoeBlackmore • last post Jul 5th
Reputable agencies in Toronto for background actors/extras? Any experience with TFX? by YoungDaggerDick69 • last post Jul 5th
I was going to apply to ML but the reviews have gotten worse. So I'm thinking of applying to TFX (Toronto Film Extras), was wondering if anyone recommends it (or any other agency). Thanks.
Bad Meisner acting teaching? by jkdkind • last post Jul 5th
Hi all. I've been attending Meisner acting classes. The focus of the class is the repetition exercise. First few sessions, all went well. I was following impulses, paying attention to partner, honestly laughing, crying, getting angry, embarrassed etc etc. But then a couple of sessions ago, the teacher seemed to start placing a premium on 'building'. I'm there repeating my partner, and the teacher starts saying 'build', 'build', 'build'!, and essentially forces me to go down that path even when that's not my impulse at that moment, and to get to an intense emotion. The result is the opposite of building, and I become self aware, rather than paying attention to my partner. To me, this seems the very opposite of what Meisner is based on, i.e in the moment, with your partner, following impulses, EVEN if that moment is not necessarily 'going' anywhere, as long as you a picking up on cues and then repeating etc. The other thing forcing the 'Building' seems to do is I become aware that my partner is not honestly feeling the emotion when forcing the build, and then I definitely don't build. This seems like bad teaching to me, where a premium is placed on building (almost like result orientated direction, which is a bad path to take for an actor), rather than just following impulses, even if the repetition is boring. Something will eventually come from the fact that it is boring if you don't force it. Does anyone have any thoughts/experience with this? Thanks
Nearly 25 years after being cast as Andy, voice actor John Morris is turning his Pixar career into a play exploring the art of voice acting by PureGainsborough • last post Jul 5th
Advice for someone looking for voice actors? by Childofhistory75 • last post Jul 5th
My dad and I are huge fans of R.C. Bray and original audibles like Man on the Mountaintop. I would love to one day have my book adapted to an audio version. I'm curious what are good directions to give when doing a cast calling? Or the best way to give directions to a voice actor? TIA!
Voiceovers - are they a hobby, or are they your Business? by seattlevoiceguy • last post Jul 5th
I'm Joshua Alexander, been doing voiceover since 1993 and I am very grateful. :-) Many clients have chosen me to tell their story: Nutrisystem. Uber. Zillow. Cadillac. Wrangler. Microsoft. John Deere. 4Ocean. Ecolab. Unicef. Deloitte. Enterprise. Specialties are E-Learning, Instructional Videos, Narration, Movie Trailers, Video Games, Cartoons, Documentaries, TV & Radio Commercials, Educational, Internet Video, and Podcasting. I've got a diverse voice portfolio available for your perusal and incorporation into your project including the following accents: British, New York, Scottish, Southern US, Australian, Russian, Mexican, Italian, Elderly, Emperor Palpatine (Return of the Jedi). Vocal influences include Jason Hildebrandt, Stephen Russell, Mike Rowe, Peter Cullen, Sam Elliott, and David Attenborough. I run the north Seattle Voiceover Meetup at [**www.meetup.com/Snohomish-King-County-Everett-Seattle-Voice-Actors-Unite**](https://www.meetup.com/Snohomish-King-County-Everett-Seattle-Voice-Actors-Unite) \- feel free to join if you're in the area? I also run the Global Voiceover Artists Network - hope to see you there! [**www.facebook.com/groups/globalvoiceovertalent/**](https://www.facebook.com/groups/globalvoiceovertalent/) If you're looking for an inspiring blog to give you encouragement on your Voiceover journey, check out [**www.voiceactorblog.com**](http://www.voiceactorblog.com/) \- lots of good stuff for you there. Sorry for all the links but I'd love to stay in touch. I average 5-10 jobs per week and provide free video consults as well, so if you'd ever like to chat about how to gain traction and really get some good work, let me know. Additionally I do free video versions of your demo reels for posting on YouTube and elsewhere. And a partridge in a pear tree! :-) Blessings - go get 'em and keep on voicin'. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Joshua Alexander Seattle Voice Actor & Voiceover Artist for hire e: joshua@voicetalentseattle.com p: 206.557.6690 w: [**www.seattlevoiceactor.com**](https://www.seattlevoiceactor.com/)
How do you throw yourself into a role? by neuraltransmission • last post Jul 5th
I’m an amateur actress who does acting on the side. I’m by no means talented, but I love it. I’m looking to improve, but I’ve noticed that whenever I take on a role, I find myself deliberately planning tiny details to be convincing versus just immersing myself in the world of the character and letting things happen. For example, I might intentionally make my voice break to show distress or bite my lip to show the character is uncomfortable. I think including small body language and vocal details is what separates good from great, but I can’t help but feel like this all happens much more naturally for seasoned actors. How do you really take on the role of a character and feel what they are feeling?
I would love to see good actor demo reels. If anyone wants to submit their reel to this thread I’d love to check it out. by markmann0 • last post Jul 5th
I’ve just gotten some of my recent footage back from a few lead roles and I’m now working on putting my first real reel (you like that?) together. I would love love to see some of your demo reels. If you have one feel free to post it here and I’d love to check it out.
Ariel Theme Park Casting Question by S_Gertie • last post Jul 5th
Possibly more film marketing related rather than acting -- but might be a different topic than the usual for a fun Friday thread. (you can downvote if you hate this topic and I won't feel bad) ​ With the recent casting of a black actress for the part of Ariel in Disney's "The Little Mermaid", how are they now going to cast for their performers in the theme parks? ​ The goal with the theme park actors is that if a child sees the same character multiple times on their visit that they can believe it is always the same person. ​ Will they now have both dark and light skinned actresses running all over the parks as Ariel on the same day--maybe staying in separate areas or maybe treating them as different characters who can be at the same location together? Or will they try to change everything over to fit their new star and try to push up the sales on the new film? Or just stick with the original version for the parks? ​ What would you do for the casting of the live theme park actors in this situation?
Crit role has conditioned mr by theevicericerator • last post Jul 5th
I was able to identify all of the voice actors from critical role in the spider Man PS4 game soley based on fragments I'm proud of myself
Is it a bad idea to audition for a role without having ever taken an acting class? by Hyper_Intake123 • last post Jul 5th
So theres a few roles for student films in my area that have posted auditions for them and I'm wondering whether I might look like an idiot auditioning for it with no general knowledge on the field. I've only been reading about it and how the different techniques and methods work in acting. Right now I'm reading a book called respect for acting which I've learnt alot from in terms of how actors get into character and stuff etc Also Acting classes are really expensive where I live il have to wait till I go back home after summer. Over here I saw an acting class workshop for beginners which was 1 month that had 12 sessions each of 2 hours in it. It costs 421 usd and I feel this is quite expensive, how much is it in the US?
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 4 by AutoModerator • last post Jul 4th
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. 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.
What is going on with this new update? by chuck wagner • last post Jul 4th
I dont care for this at all. Still paying the same but lost the option to do 5 point likes for other projects. Yet, I see now they sell points. looking for a new IMDB site.
Actor Showreel (editing and critique) by GeorgeJetson_001 • last post Jul 4th
Hello Everyone, I'm an editor and I've completed a showreel for an actor and I was hoping to get some feedback from the community. I edited it mainly under the guidance of a video made by Spotlight (the UK's largest casting resource): [https://youtu.be/SSLbXrJssxQ](https://youtu.be/SSLbXrJssxQ) My main goals were to keep it as brief as possible. I have 2 versions and I'd love to hear if you prefer one over the other (or if you think they're both crap) and how I might improve them (or it). I'm not looking for critique of the acting (although you can if you want and I'll pass on your messages), I'm looking for critique of the showreel itself and if it passes the bar. Thank you [Showreel 1](https://vimeo.com/346128431) [Showreel 2](https://vimeo.com/346140713)
Is an agent or talent manager going to be interested in an actor who doesn't live in a major market? by NimbusCloud1 • last post Jul 4th
I live in a very small town and visit NY and L.A A few times a year and stay for anywhere from a week to a month. I cannot afford more than that.. When I'm in those places I take writing classes, do stand-up at local clubs, and I've done some audience work. I've acted in many short films and had a speaking part in an obscure TV show. But I am not in sag. I've also written and directed some short films and had some award-winning feature screenplays. I have a talent agent in the small town where I live but they mainly just get me Industrial and Commercial work. There's nothing creative going on where I am. I have an actress friend in New York who told me she got an agent in Los Angeles to represent her after doing like 7 monologue auditions via tape. She said she found her on Backstage. Do you think this is something I should try to do even though I live in such a small town? I've always had the impression that no talent agent or manager would be interested in me unless I live in New York or L.A year round. Is an agent in LA or New York really going to submit me for work and take me seriously if I don't live in that town? I mean they have thousands of people right there and most casting ads always say locals only.
SAG production but no SAG contract? by shot_gunkiss • last post Jul 4th
Hi hi! So I recently shot a commercial that I was told was a SAG production. But here’s the thing: we didn’t get our contracts until after we wrapped and I never signed any SAG waivers, contracts, or a Taft Hartley. The other actors found it strange as well, so I just wanted to check here and see if this is all normal? Like, do the SAG contracts come later? This was my first commercial so perhaps I simply do not understand the process. Thanks!!
Why do agents submit you for featured background roles? by isohendrix • last post Jul 4th
Hello guys. I am terribly confused. Most of us know that extra roles have know value in a film unless it is a speaking role, and even then, if it's not a principal role (5 lines and up), it's not worth much. I am confused as to why an agent would submit you to featured soc bg roles? More confusing is I have seen many actors in my city with such credits on their imdb and resume. Their agents are good and they must have been the ones who submitted them, since these roles are not accessible by actors without agents. These agents are **not** background agencies but well known principal agents for film and tv. My agent gave me a submission report and I was confused as to why I was submitted. I assume that is a BG agency's job, not a principal one. He is a legit agent btw. My guess is so casting directors who cast for these roles recognize me and remember me. I feel I might as well include extra work on my resume, since it seems every actor out there is (even those repped by legit principal agents). The other reason might be because these agents are trying to get both bg and principal commisions from the actor. Nothing wrong with that. It just seems foreign to me
Which famous actor by shapeshifter4690 • last post Jul 4th
Which famous actor would you like to work with?
Young Australian Actor Questioning Move to London, is it worth it? (ADVICE PLEASE) by lovemesomejazz • last post Jul 4th
Hi everyone! I’m a young actor in Australia in his final year of schooling and plan to move over to London at some point (but study here due to lower costs, if I’m able to of course) to pursue acting and get involved in the industry there. I would be able to get a passport and I have some family in and about there as well. I don’t want to go to LA as I don’t think I’m a) ready for it and b) I don’t know how to drive and it isn’t something that particularly interests me. So, some advice please! What is the London’s industry like? As an Australian, is this a prime place to move to? Anything I should before making this decision? Thank you so much in advance, I love this community:)
I want to become an actor by mangomau5 • last post Jul 4th
So I’m a 15 year old from Ontario, Canada and for a while now I’ve really wanted to pursue acting, and no matter how many old posts I find from this sub I just can’t figure out where I should start. I’m afraid I can’t take drama in high school because for Grade 11 drama I need Grade 9 and/or Grade 10 prerequisites, which I never took. I also can’t figure out where to even find good classes for someone like me who knows practically nothing about acting. I just want to figure out how and where I should start, and what sort of pathway I can take. Any tips would be really helpful, thanks :)