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Feedback please - 1st Script Reading by skylanguyen8  •  last post May 7th

​ ​ https://i.redd.it/oul638xwpuw21.jpg ​ Hi ! I'm an actress living in Philly. Just wrote this script in the parking lot after work one day and decided to do an impromptu reading. Let me know what you think of the story line, the acting, the lighting, angle, etc. I wanted to reshoot it to make it more visually appealing (good God I'm an ugly crier ! :)) , but I figured fuck it, I want my character to look as raw, ugly, and vulnerable as possible. Any tips on acting classes in Philly area, how to meet people in films, etc. would be appreciated ! ​ [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qGv7tWmNqc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qGv7tWmNqc) ​ Instagram @SkylaNguyen8

Female voice over. by fridaysisterpeep  •  last post May 7th

We are making this advertisement for a coffee roasting company and we will pay a female voice actress to say, “You’re right. This is the best coffee!” We’ll pay you $20 in PayPal since this is a small part and you will be credited as well. It will be in YouTube. Contact me at devinmillarmusic@gmail.com if you’re interested.!

Putting yourself on Tape & Acting: Requires Hitting another character by CuspChaser111  •  last post May 7th

For a kiss-scene I take in the moment and go on with the scene. But violent hitting? Any suggestions on how to do this? I have to go into a violent outburst (like from calm level 1 to 10) in a heartbeat and screaming and curious if you knew of any videos on how to do this. Obviously not attack casting/ha ha ha but seriously what is your suggestion on how to go here? The best actors I notice in very serious/intense scenes can get very still and do so much with the eyes and a somehow still relaxed face and all with the eyes - but for actual hitting? Thanks.

HELP! About to Podcast with a Stand-Up Comedian. What are some questions you have for him? by EddieVincentFan  •  last post May 7th

Hello, /r/Acting, My brother and I run this podcast called "Surviving Hollywood Podcast". Link Here \[ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBuXfQlpt0kAaXePhsA-\_ig](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBuXfQlpt0kAaXePhsA-_ig) \] We are working actors, but not experts. Just sharing our journey. At the end of every episode we take questions from the audience. In two days we are sitting down with up-and-coming comedian, Chinedu Unaka. What questions about touring, acting, comedy, or just surviving Hollywood in general do you have for him?

Is hair important for being a successful actor? by Grey_Dire_Wolf  •  last post May 7th

So my hairline has receded a bit and my remaining hair on top is pretty thin. So recently I started shaving my head and I was wondering if anyone knows if a lack of nice natural hair usually complicates getting cast or considered? Thanks for any advice!

Question: How would you play this character? by trevorprimenyc  •  last post May 7th

I'm a writer. I just wanted to see some takes on a character actors might have. This is her intro: ​ LILA, early 20s, Nietzsche T-shirt, caffeinated.

Monologue Help by niggler432  •  last post May 7th

I am a late 20's actor in desperate need for a comedic monologue. I am foremost a singer/musical theater actor, but I have an audition for the show Pippin (dream role) and they want a monologue. This is new for me, since every other show I have done just requests 16-32 bars of music for an audition. The show is about a young adult fresh out of school trying to find his place in the world, only to find out that joy is found in the simple things. I have never had to look for a monologue before, so I have no idea how to find one/where to look. I definitely want something modern (written since the 50's) and something that conveys youth and excitement. If this isn't specific enough, sorry. Like I said, I am very new to this whole monologue thing...

Hey r/voiceacting! It's my dream to one day become a voice actor in a Video game, is any advice on where to start? by noobymanz  •  last post May 7th

Any advice would be helpful, I'll try my hardest to read every comment and reply as well. Thank you all in advance!!

New Actor need help by MartyGonzTheWinner  •  last post May 7th

(Sorry for long post, and I've been reading through the reddit and know there are a million posts similar to this) ​ New Actor, just doing this on the side to get a bit of extra cash while in Uni; but I do take it seriously. I'm struggling finding true work; I joined LA Casting and Submitted for a few jobs on actors access. All I've landed is a court show and a dating show (I'm debating showing up for the dating show, I'm not sure if it would hurt more than help me). Only true acting experiences before this is a GE university course I really loved, and I tried to audition for plays in High School but I was always rejected. I'm not sure what to put on my resume at this point. ​ My cousin and I shot a quick comedy skit for a demo reel-*It's pretty bad but I heard demo reels just need to give the casting director a feel for the actor so I went ahead and added it to my la casting resume-* ([https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4R9bpeCca0](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D4R9bpeCca0)) and I believe that my comedy, mainly improv/stand up, is my best quality. ​ **So my main question here would be;** **How do you find actual work or get to the point where actual shows would consider me in the running?** Even if it a grade B horror movie or a show on the CW; I just want to be in something real, not something produced by millenials that nobody sees. I've heard student films are a good place to start but there isn't exactly a phone book directory for student directors looking for actors. [Headshot 1](https://i.redd.it/p0rrc7eeuqw21.jpg) [Headshot 2](https://i.redd.it/q2fe1tbhuqw21.jpg) (also which headshot would you say is better to get work?)

Advice on Getting Started With Skin Issues by creativevariant  •  last post May 7th

Hello everyone, I'm a long time lurker who has popped in to this thread here and there over the years and have really enjoyed a lot of what I've seen from you all here, from head shot advice to skits that people share of themselves. It's been very informative and supportive for people (for the most part), which is great to see. To get to the point of why I'm posting, basically for the lot of my life I have lived somewhere that there wasn't much going on as far as a film industry AT ALL. Now, I've moved to a larger city to attend a film school and there is at least a moderate sized one here, though it isn't one of the major hubs like NY or LA. The thing is though that, while I am at a film school and there is an acting major being taught there, I ended up going for film production as my major instead. I don't have anything wrong with that of course, on a personal note, since I do enjoy writing and learning the ins and out of the industry as far as the creative process goes too and I have stories of my own that I would like to develop into at least shorts. But, I have always had a somewhat (only one or two people know) secret desire to be an actor. ​ Unfortunately, the biggest thing that has held me back (beyond self confidence, yes, but I'm getting better at that) would be my acne scars. I still do get acne from time to time but it is much less than before and just one here and there. So, manageable, BUT I do have scars and pock marks from acne on my face (I am also female, though I don't think that matters much) and even with makeup, it is noticeable that I don't have the baby smooth skin with tight pores that so many of you lovely actors/actresses seem to possess. My enlarged pores are difficult to hide, especially on my nose and cheeks and a bit on my chin as well. Even aside from headshot touch-ups, there is a certain aspect to having a "clean" appearance that I think a lot of actors tend to have. ​ Even if there may be imperfections, many times actors can use those (such as scars or moles) to their advantage as an actor, but I'm not sure if the same principal applies to damaged skin from acne. I do have noticeable issues with my skin (especially my face and back) that would need to be covered up with pro makeup to even be workable on camera, which is no bueno for parts that are supposed to look more natural I would think... but I guess makeup can be pretty magical that way too. Basically, it is kind of embarrassing to show up to an audition next to people who have clear skin but also I just wonder if I even stand a chance at an audition with such candidates or if people who have my type of skin issues are still considered depending on their talent rather than their "clean" looks? And I don't mean this in an "all actors/actresses are very good looking" kind of a way. Because there are a wide variety of very unique looking people who act, so that's not the issue here. At least not with me. It's simply that acne and having "holes" in ones face may not be what directors are looking for... especially with them flattering close-ups. :) So, I'm just wondering if I may be overthinking this and if you know of actors/actresses who have bad skin and still are able to pass auditions depending more on their talent at acting rather than this type of more surface or superficial thing? Or if this would be an actual big deal? ​ I thank everyone for their (honestly) honest input!

Wanting to become a voice actor. by Chad-Stillburg  •  last post May 7th

My family keeps telling me that its unrealistic to be a voice actor but it's my dream to become one. I'm graduating out of high school in a few weeks and would love some advice on where to start.

What is the purpose of asking about type? by jonlevine  •  last post May 7th

I see posts all the time of actors uploading their headshot for feedback, which I understand, but also ask for opinion on their type, which I don't understand. Maybe I'm missing something, but I think that this type of feedback would do more to limit you than benefit you. Meaning, if you get the feedback that your type is "soccer mom" or "cop" or "doctor", does that mean if a role for killer comes up you're not going to submit for it? I would think that it's your ability as an actor that would be your only limitation, within reason, of course. Obviously someone like me (white male, 5'7", 35-45), does not have the physical characteristics to play Captain America, but does that mean I should only be going for roles like doctor or a lawyer or a detective? I think your agent should be submitting you (or you should be submitting yourself) for any role that fits your physical criteria (gender, race, age range, height, etc). After that, it's up to you as an actor to embody the role. I'm not saying type doesn't exist, it certainly does. I guess I'm just saying that type is not something you determine. Don't limit yourself by thinking, well this isn't for me because it's not my 'type.' Am I wrong about this?

Leap or not to leap, apathy is the question. by JasonBricksHD  •  last post May 7th

So presonal/real talk for a sec: I am beyond miserable at my current job. As most people here, my dream is to be a successful actor. From the moment I wake up to the moment I fall asleep thats all I want to do: Act, Direct, Produce ( I cant write lol). I cant just act to release some creative energy. I want more, im sure all of you can understand. ​ I am currently making decent money and I am ready to make the leap: Quit my job and just pursue acting, make it my life, make it my full time job. But the reality is I need to make money and pay bills. Do agencies, restaurants, PT retail gigs really just let you take time off work to audition, do extra work, take classes, etc? How do they not fire you for being an unreliable employee? Or give you a job considering you're an actor? I know I have to start somewhere. Ive done theatre, a web series, and student films a few years ago. But I do not have the energy, drive, motivation, to do things in my spare time to work on my craft. I work with a non-profit theatre company but haven't gone to our practice rehearsals in months. Ive gotten to a place where I am just apathetic to every one and everything. I've read the FAQ's and resources several times here in this sub. So thats where I've started. I am beyond scared. I have no idea how to make it work. I don't know what to do. ​ Thanks for letting me vent. Any advice is appreciated.

Yale summer conservatory or Stella Adler? by roscoeswetsuit23  •  last post May 7th

I got into Yale's summer conservatory and I have an interview set up for Stella Adler's summer program too that I feel pretty good about. Which one would guys advise? I really want to grow even more as an actor and want the best training possible and I am not sure which of the two is better. I am huge fan of many actors who have went to both (granted I am only going for a month but you get my drift)

Is it hard for "Indigenous Americas" actors to find jobs? by artsyhugh  •  last post May 6th

From my limited experience with Hollywood movies and TV (I'm not from the US), whenever there's a Native (American, Canadian, etc.) actor, they are almost guaranteed to play a Native and to have something to do with Native culture: tribes, dances around a fire, rituals, myths, etc. It's not like a white, black or Asian who can just play a white, black or Asian and blend in unnoticed. In other words, Hollywood, to me, only cast Natives because they want a story about Natives (Navajos and aliens and werewolves shapeshifters in *The X-Files*, werewolves shapeshifters in *Twilight*, three white kids helping the Natives protect their ancestors' land in that ninja movie, etc.), and occasions for that kind of story don't arise very often. So my question is, is it hard for Native American, Native Canadian, etc. actors to find jobs? Do you get to play just random Americans or Canadians? Or do the producers have to squeeze in stuff about your Native root somehow?

Moving to LA and Advice for a Beginner by deleted834  •  last post May 6th

Hi all! As my title says, I will be moving to LA this August to start my MA in Public Relations at USC with a focus in the entertainment industry. This field is my career passion, but a side dream of mine has always been to be an actress. I only had the chance to start acting in high school, where I acted in my school’s annual spring play and winter musical, in ensemble and 1 or 2 leading roles, along with doing tech work. Outside of about 2 beginner acting classes, this is all the experience I have of the business. I really am tired of waiting any longer to pursue this dream, but I have no idea where to start and what to do first about becoming an actress, especially considering that I will be moving to such a notorious market without that much experience and will probably have rigorous coursework on top of that from my program. I would be so grateful if anyone can give me any advice on what I should do to get started and begin taking this dream more seriously!! :)

Importance of posture by superbouser  •  last post May 6th

I just saw my performance on a feature film I worked on last summer. This was very special because I was the Music supervisor & on set watching this A lister act. The actor that was working with him in the scene couldn’t speak English well & the star got pissed, so the director asked me to do it. No lines, no rehearsal just get in there & be the guard. It went great. Anyhow when watching the film I didn’t realize that I was not standing straight & if I didn’t have the strong personality I would have seemed weak. My question , Do any exercises exit to help with posture? I have not been taught any.

how do you even BECOME a big fish in a small pond by thulite  •  last post May 6th

i have very little theatrical experience. but i know that acting is what i’ve wanted to do my whole life, i’ve just been pushing it off for art since i’m very shy. people tell me all the time about how good of an actress i would be. i get told by everyone in the theater department at my school that im pretty, i have a lot of character, i’m funny, that i should go into comedy, that i should try acting, and i’m really good at improv. i know that doesn’t sound like a lot but it really seems like everyone’s seeing something that i’ve just been neglecting. i’m tired of not actually pursuing what i could be good at and just ignoring it. i decided that i’m gonna add a theater minor to my major and give it a little bit of a shot just to see next semester, but if i’m going to do this i want to actually be good and not waste my own time. i want to finally try to give something my all. i feel entirely directionless though. i attend a tiny university in an old ass town, and i really want to try to stand out and give this my all. even if the length of my experience ends in college. i just want to try, because i feel like i’ve spent way too long knowing i wanted to be an actress and just ignoring it. i have a friend who’s going to coach me a bit before summer starts. we’re gonna read some monologues and just ‘see where i’m at’ i guess, but i don’t know what i can do with that. i’m not really sure about what i should be practicing specifically or how to do so. what makes a monologue good? what makes my or anyone else’s acting good? what are people looking for? how should i sound? how do i make the one piece of my acting directors see worth their time? how can i prove myself? what books should i read and what should i get from them? what am i looking for? how do i use them to self assess? when practicing on my own, what should i be paying attention to? when pushing what i do, how far is too far? this is entirely new and kind of scary for me, because i never really did this before besides a few children’s plays, i had an agent as a child for acting and modeling for a short time, and some plays (ensemble) for church as a teen. i’m 19 now and i’m super scared that i really wasted my life and my time. practicing this seems entirely differently than practicing art which is the only thing i’ve ever really done so now i feel entirely out of my element. please help! any advice helps! edit: im also a black woman and there’s so few of them in this department. so i feel like it’s gonna be even harder for me to get any roles or even have the chance to do anything. i even feel more pressure to do well because i do NOT want to make a fool out of myself