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Why do actors sometimes not look at their fellow actors when acting? by TheLegendOfLame • last post May 4th
I have been acting since 6th grade (Freshman in College now) but I never got an answer as to why some actors do this. When I look it up on Google, I can't seem to find an answer. My assumption was so they don't laugh maybe? Because I know it's a bit difficult to not laugh looking at each other for some people. Other than that, I'm not sure I understand the reason. It can look a bit silly sometimes if you're an audience member and notice they're avoiding each others faces, and can kind of break the immersion. However, is my assumption correct as to why they do it?
Could a successful 80's film actor live comfortably off just the SAG residuals? by indieshack2 • last post May 4th
I'm curious - so you have a successful 1980's film actor (for example a brat pack member, though all of those folks went on to do at least some stuff afterwards), who only had film success in the 1980's - say 10 successful films that are still shown on TV etc - would their residual checks keep them in millionaire status?
Searching for an Agent/Agencies by SkyILimit • last post May 4th
Do I have what it takes to be an actor ? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZwe4oKNcfk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZwe4oKNcfk)
Best summer acting programs? (LA, NYC etc) by EffectivePineapple • last post May 4th
Hi everyone I’m an 18 year old student who’s interested in acting for film/tv. I wanted to take part in a intensive acting program to strengthen my acting skills and really begin my journey as someone who is interested in acting to become a well-trained actor. Do you guys have any recommendations on studios and summer programs to train at? These are the studios I’m currently looking at opinions on these would be great too! - Stella Adler studio NYC - AADA Los Angeles - A.C.T San Francisco Location does not matter too much for me just a really solid program :) I’m also slightly concerned as my age/grade prevents me from taking youth/teen courses and I have to take adult classes. Thank you everyone!
[PAID] Looking for sarcastic BBC news style voice. 6 words. by scottiethegoonie • last post May 3rd
If this violates any rules please let me know. I'm looking for a voice over for a small "machinima" clip (cinema based on gaming footage). This is non-commercial - I'm just working on the next step in creating cinematics with a little bit of dialogue. Two sentences and 6 words total. I'm not sure what the rate is for voice actors, but I'll pay $20 USD for the work. Obviously I'd like a link/sample of how your voice sounds first.
Hey LA Actors! what do you know about Avant Artists by ripnewhollow • last post May 3rd
I met with them this week and they seemed cool and said they want to sign me but I can't find a lot about them online. Anyone have any inside info on them?
Looking for a German speaking voice actor for a short explainer video (2 min) by MaKinItRight • last post May 3rd
Hi everyone, I am looking for a voice actor that will do the German voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. Please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole production of the 2 min video. Unfortunately we are quite tight on schedule and we will need it beginning of next week. Thanks
[PAID] German Voice Over for Short Explainer Video (1 min) by MaKinItRight • last post May 3rd
Hi everyone, I am looking for a voice actor that will do the German voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. Please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole production of the 2 min video. Unfortunately we are quite tight on schedule and we will need it beginning of next week. Thanks
My biggest problem with acting...how do you ignore The Camera? by DharmaKat7 • last post May 3rd
So I think I have the ability to reach those depths of emotion needed to be an actor. However, the problem I have is being too conscious of the camera. Even a live audience does not throw me off as much as that big black hole, the camera, following me everywhere. I can't train my eyes to make it invisible. It's like a force pulling on me, and it really degrades my confidence and my performance. I guess I am too self-conscious. Any tips?
Emmy Winning Actress Kathry Joosten did not start acting until her 40's where she started in local community theater by MyNewAccount962 • last post May 3rd
SAG Eligibility - What Union Vouchers Count? by monalisasappersteen • last post May 3rd
Hi all! I'm currently a non-SAG actor, and I just finished background work on a feature film & a TV show in NY - I was hired as Union background for both, and was booked for 1 day in the film and 1 day in the show. Of course, I got a Union Voucher for each day on set (2 total). ​ I also received another Union Voucher from an extra day I went in for a fitting (now, 3 total). ​ ***My question is***: does that Union Voucher I received on the fitting day count towards the 3 Union Vouchers necessary for SAG Eligibility? I have 3 Union Vouchers in my hand, but am unsure if the fitting one counts? What makes one count over another? ​ Thanks pals!
Looking for a voice actor for an explainer video (2 min) on short notice by MaKinItRight • last post May 2nd
Hi everyone, ​ I hope this place is the right one. If not, please let me know. I am looking for a voice actor that will do the voiceover on a short explainer video for a software product. ​ Is this the right place to ask for offers (via PM)? If so, please provide sound samples and your rate for the whole production of the 2 min video. Unfortunately we are quite tight on schedule and we will need it beginning of next week. ​ Thanks
How does one grow as a person when you have a full time job? by StrobeRogers • last post May 2nd
Hello, I'm an older actor who is trying to get ready for URTA. My thing is I'm in a place where I work 6 days a week (which is great since I didnt have a job at all reliable before)and I'm usually exhausted after work. How do I get the life experience I need to fuel my workand get monologues ready? Thanks
Judgment Voice Actor Found the Process Personally Therapeutic by PureGainsborough • last post May 2nd
A question on Demo Reels by itachiman95 • last post May 2nd
Ok, so this may be an incredibly "newbie" question. I had no problem finding the lines for my demo reel, but the issue is, how do I go about finding the contexts for the lines? I can put an inflection to my lines but I need to find the right context so I can do the PROPER inflection with my own voice, not mimicking the original actors voice
Any LA peeps wanna catch up for coffee or something with an Australian actor/YouTuber? by TheLunaLunatic • last post May 2nd
Hope everyone's well! ​ I work full time in online video (YouTube). I create my own content and help with other people's content - I act, write, and direct as well. Here in Australia, I've been working on quite a few short films recently, some have been nominated for awards & others have won awards. I'm working on a kickass documentary feature this month, and I have a thriller feature currently in development. I head to L.A. every year for an event, this year I'll be there in July. I'm touching down on the 5th (just after independence day!! I'll be NYC for that!) and usually my trips are pretty much in and out for the event. This year, however, I'd love to meet a bunch of new people, make some more connections & friends that I could work with down the track! You don't have to just be an actor of course! If you're a filmmaker, director, producer, whatever, I'm just keen to meet some more LA friends. If you're down to get coffee, just shoot me a DM. I know coffee sounds boring but it's just my terminology for "meet up". We can do whatever really, food, drinks, club, fuckin'... see a movie, I dunno. Just hit me with a DM or comment here & I'll hit you with one!
Best acting "manual" to read to work with British actors? by speedump • last post May 2nd
I'm working towards directing some short films and I want to increase my vocabulary for communicating with actors as much as possible. The UK's much less Method oriented than the US, so I was thinking that maybe Meisner's book would be the best one to read? And/or The Actor And The Target?
A thought for you guys! If you've decided to move to LA to be an actor, the best thing you can do before you go is read a few books about the BUSINESS of acting so that you're prepared for the most important part of getting started, which is knowing how t by Slippy302 • last post May 2nd
You can be the most talented actor on the planet but if you don't know how you should handle getting a commercial agent / making a reel / coming across as a professional in your communications your road is going to be harder than it has to be! Just want to help!
New to acting by jamesjimmybyrondean • last post May 2nd
I've been going for auditions for a while now but the few times I've been picked I couldn't accept the role for certain reasons so I've never actually been In a film set or film before. I've realized quite a few things about my acting ability during these auditions. For me the major obstacle is how stiff I am movement wise. I just can't 'let loose'. It's like my body becomes a plank. Another thing is that there is no 'venom' or 'sting'(I don't know any other way to put this) in my acting. Those raw emotions that I see the best actors express are absent in me and I don't know how to bring it out. I want to take acting in whole heartedly and I want to be very good at it and look very natural doing it just like Gary Oldman. So please I need suggestions, advice, tips, book recommendations, video recommendations, anything powerful to help me with the problems I mentioned
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - May 2 by AutoModerator • last post May 2nd
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.