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What are your goals and challenges? Looking for actors / performers who would be interested in replying to my survey. by Loufoca_ • last post Apr 19th
Hi everyone, My name is Céline and I'm a writer & podcaster. A few months ago I wrote a book and started a website about my experience of being a creative person, the struggles, the problems and the good parts too. Recently, I've been wondering which direction to go with my articles and what would be the most helpful for the people who listen to my podcast or read my blog. So I've created a survey to ask more details and know exactly what topics are interesting and what could help other artists. I've got a lot of replies on Twitter already, but since I'm a writer I got mostly replies from writers. I'd like to widen the scope of my study and make sure I help artists from other fields too. Which is why I thought I would post it here (it's a Google form - and you can reply to it anonymously): https://forms.gle/NfXm73ZnWRrqXuLN8 Any reply from your personal experience would be super helpful! Thank you so much! (I read the rules of this sub, they didn't mention anything about doing a survey so I hope this is allowed! I apologise in advance if this is not welcome) (I have also posted this in ArtistLounge, I hope that's OK, I don't know how to do proper crosspost lol)
Ethics of choosing audition songs? by rockysgood18 • last post Apr 19th
Is it okay for me, a white actor, to audition with a song meant for a black actor? I don't have a lot of musical experience so I've been looking for an audition song that would display what I can do. I'm a baritone so it's difficult to find something interesting. I finally came across "The Devil You Know" from Side Show. It fits my voice well. I was excited until a friend pointed out that the character is Jake The Cannibal King, played by a black actor. I know I would never be cast (not should I be) as this character, but does that mean I shouldn't use the song for auditions? I'd appreciate your input.
Does/Should your agent pay for casting sites? by iKnoMyCalculus • last post Apr 19th
Do agents/agencies usually pay for casting sites? I'm talking Actor's Access, LA Casting, Casting Frontier. I currently pay for my own memberships for each of those. Is this something an agency can/should be paying for? FWIW, I'm with a smaller agency in LA. Thanks!
Tips for looking more mature by gohomeannakin • last post Apr 19th
I am portraying Celia in Calendar Girls at a community theater, and while I am 30, I look nowhere close to the 35+ role. Hair and makeup is largely up to the actors, and this is the first role where I am older than my age. The main challenge is I have Shirley Temple curls, so that adds to my youthful appearance. Do you guys have some tips as far as hair and makeup goes to help better fit the maturity needed for this role?
Beginner in Acting by reallyconfusedguy123 • last post Apr 19th
Hey ladies and gentlemen. I’ve recently decided to pursue my dreaming of becoming an actor. I’ve always been great at lying. I’m pretty good at improv as well and I think I would be a great actor. The only problem is that I am 19. I’m in college and I don’t really know how to get some experience. At my college they offer acting classes but idk if I should just take them privately. I think I would be a great actor I just need my “big break” hahaha. Do any of you have some advice for a new actor?
Joining SAG in a smaller market? by silkk8 • last post Apr 19th
I'm shooting a SAG short (under short project agreement) which will allow me to join the union upfront, without getting "eligible" status, upon showing proof of payment. I know whether or not to join SAG is the age-old question, and the answer is usually "wait until you're a must-join." Normally I would totally do that since I still want to build up my resume more, but the non-union work available in my market is not super great, and there's not much union work here (not yet at least). I'm in the Mid-Atlantic so there aren't really any major film schools spitting out super high quality student films (with maybe a couple of exceptions). Most of the non-union stuff I can find is little to no-budget and pretty low production value which doesn't matter as far as putting down credits on a resume goes, but not great for reel footage or really financially worth taking days off my day job to film (plus gas, etc.). I've done some re-enactments but I don't want to make that the majority of my resume. The commercial rates for non-union here are abysmal (with buyout in perpetuity) due to lots of under-bidding by sketchy "CDs" and "agents" (I love my actual agent though, she's legit). Additionally, some pretty cool higher profile projects are coming to my area in the coming months (like the Walking Dead spinoff), and I was wondering if being union would help with making connections/scoring auditions with the CDs and whatnot for those shows/films in co-star/guest/recurring roles. I'm currently traveling to NYC occasionally for workshops & seminars with agents, and my goal is to get NY representation and start working more toward that market. I know that I can work union gigs as a non-union actor, but in this market where rates are depressing and not much legit work is coming in, would it make more sense career-wise to go union and start looking at more SAG shorts/student films, esp. in the NY market? I have a steady day job where I make my own hours, so I'm not as worried about the financial effects. **TD;LR: I can join SAG soon. I'm in the Mid Atlantic where NU rates are super low and quality work is scarce, and I'm looking towards work/rep in NY. Would it be a better career move to go union for higher quality/better paying work, even if it means losing out of the non-union stuff in my market?**
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 18 by AutoModerator • last post Apr 18th
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.
Any ideas for loans for Esper studio? by westrideforward • last post Apr 18th
I am looking for a loan that would be able to have terms and conditions that allow for me to pay a 2 year acting conservatory/non-accredited school in NYC and then start making payments within 6-12 months of completion. I dont think financial aid is available for this type of request since it is not an accredited university but a specialty school like a trade school. Other than personal loans are there any you could recommend? My credit score as of today was 758 and I have about 40K USD in student loans right now in good standing through the government for my first degree. I am hoping to secure about 35-45K that will allow for both school, sub-lease, and part-time work for extra funding. I was thinking of registering my personal name as a business since I am a SAG-AFTRA actor but did not know if this is something that would work for qualifying for a business loan if necessary? (Just was trying to think of an out-the-box type of way). Thank you.
Casting/ Headshot Scam NYC? by kkiesling • last post Apr 18th
I would appreciate everyones feedback, as I am on the fence of the legitimacy of this experience. Usually, if things seem to good to be true, they are, right? Especially in New York. Responded to an add on craigslist (first red flag) for a casting call, got a response back asking me to confirm that I will attend an audition screening. There was one other actor when I arrived, the audition was held in a studio rental building in Midtown. The casting director asked me if I was union, how I got the audition ( agent, site, etc?) and then asked me about myself, before asking me to improvise a scene. He gave me some criticism but said that overall I was organic, and that he had a role in mind and did I have a headshot for him to submit- I said no, and he said he may be able to bypass that with his boss and he wrote my name down with my number- however, he declined to take my email to send me the script, insisting he prefers to call. So I hear back today and he says "OK i can give you the script for this character, but do you have headshots? No...ok hold on, let me see my deadline...ok my deadline is tonight, I really need a headshot- let me see if I can get you a session with this casting photographer. Ok can you meet me at her studio at 3pm to take headshots and I will give you the script?" I pressed for more details about the production company, the film, and the shooting schedule- all of which he couldnt really answer, except to say that it was in preproduction and that he worked for Background 9 casting- which only exists on facebook. Thoughts please? I'm almost entirely certain this is a headshot scam.
Passion to Act by Bubblewub • last post Apr 18th
I want to be an actress. And before you go "it isnt all about fame and money" no im not talking about that. I have a passion to become an actress and if I grew up knowing i could have a voice to do what i want and not be forced to do something else, i would have started acting then. Anyone got good advice?
Question from a starting actor by BigZig108 • last post Apr 18th
Hi, I'm a senior in highschool about to graduate. I've been getting offers for managers and Acting agencies and what-not. But my question is how do I know which one is right for me or which ones are even legit because i dont want to be scammed out of my money. And a second question is how do i get my name out there in the world of theatre and recognizable with directors.
Submitting to commercial agents? by RaymondStereo • last post Apr 18th
Hey everyone. I'm an unrepped actor in Los Angeles. I've been working pretty consistently the last year booking small commercial work, including two national print ads. I'm looking to get representation to start getting better opportunities. I'm just finding it a bit overwhelming. How did you get your commercial agent? The agencies that have an open submission policy, should I send them all of my headshots or just my commercial one? I don't have any real acting work on my resume outside of commercial stuff, but I have done UCB improv through 301, have ten plus years of professional stand up and hosting experience, and have taken the Killian's commercial workshop class. I guess I'm just asking for any advice you have on the matter. How did you go about getting your rep, and are there anything you know now that you wish you knew when you were first starting? Thank you.
MOONBASE THETA OUT SEASON 2 CASTING CALL – Deadline April 30, 2019 by deejsylvis • last post Apr 18th
[Moonbase Theta, Out](https://monkeymanproductions.com/moonbase-theta-out/) is a serial sci-fi podcast drama that has just finished our first season. Scripts for S2 are starting to come together, and we’re adding new voices to our cast! The show is expanding from single-voice monologues to a combination of monologues from different voices in the crew in each episode. Main Roles listed below would be in at least four of the ten S2 episodes. ​ **PAY:** Main Roles below will be paid – right now at $20 (CAD, perhaps US if we can afford it) per episode. ​ **DIVERSITY NOTE:** You’ll note that the roles listed below are fairly specific when it comes to character ethnicity, sexuality, gender identity, etc. **While there is some room to make changes, it would not be to erase a marginalized group. Please DO submit if you think your identity is compatible – we would consider other ethnicities, casting another queer person as a pan character, etc.** We just won’t cast a white person in a role originally written as non-white, a cis actor to play trans, a straight actor to play a queer character. ​ **MAIN ROLES** ALEXANDRE BRAGADO-FISCHER (Late 30s Brazilian \[non-white\] cis man; bisexual; he/they pronouns) MICHELL L’ANGLOIS (Late 20s French-Norwegian trans man; pansexual; he/him pronouns) NESSA CHEONG (Late 30s Chinese / East Asian cis woman; aromantic pansexual; she/her pronouns) ASHWINI RAY (Early 40s Indian / South Asian nonbinary \[genderfluid\] person; omnisexual / polyamorous; ze/zir pronouns) ​ [https://monkeymanproductions.com/2019/04/moonbase-theta-out-s2-casting-call/](https://monkeymanproductions.com/2019/04/moonbase-theta-out-s2-casting-call/) \- full information, lines, and audition instructions at the link!
Why do people say theatre and film acting is different? by isohendrix • last post Apr 18th
I get the basics of why. The audience is at farther distance on stage.. cool... But after seeing clips of Benedict Cumberbatch,Viola Davis, kit hangton, Meryl streep and Cate blanchett on stage... idk if I see a difference. I am not referring to the obvious technicals, such as how actors in film usually act on empty space, while film has intricate sets. I also am not referring to things like how a stage actor acts towards the audience, while in film camera follows you more to an extent (still need to cheat). I wanna focus mainly in why the acting is so different? I saw both fences, broadway and film version. To me, Viola has the same energy, difference is we have close ups and she can't let her hands cover her face in the shot. She is still projecting and she is still just as emotionally high. Can we discuss? I never felt viola davis had an overthetop performance in stage version. I felt like allshe did was adjust very small things, such as not letting her arms get in the shot. Again I dont want to focus toomuch on these technicals, since I am trying to figure where this idea of less is more rule for film vs stage.
What helps you stay confident? by C70A02 • last post Apr 17th
Hi all! I'm a bit new here and the acting scene in general. For some backstory, I've always been interested in performing/actingbut never had the confidence to pursue it. Self esteem sucked as a kid so the idea was brushed off, convinced that acting wasn't meant for someone like me. Didn't think much of it. I was so blasé about myself, it never occured to me how much of a problem it was. Didn't care about myself or what I wanted, just went with the flow. My interests always revolved around mediums like film, tv, comics, and etc. all of which involve a specific focus in story telling. I pursued my degree in art and visual development with the intent of working somewhere in the entertainment industry. After graduating, I felt so fired up about acting the latent interest just seemed to explode in my face. I'm still overwhelmed by it at times but I think most people call it hunger. I feel like I'm back on square one with a vague map in one hand and an equally vague to do list on the other. Lots of physical insecurities came to light, looking at a mirror only reminded me of all the time I wasted not taking care of myself. I'm not conventionally attractive by societal standards and have a strange voice. I've been trying to push forward despite my doubts because all I want to do is breathe life into characters who's stories I want to help tell, make stories feel tangible and alive because someone out there might need it. I really want this so much, I've been trying to shovel myself out of this ditch of self degradation I tunneled deep for the majority of my life. it's so difficult to re-learn what self esteem and confidence means to me instead of following the definition made by others. I'm making small strides towards bettering myself before anything else, took to working out, eating healthy, and trying to get used to my face lol trying to smile more. It's a humbling experience and I'm always keen to learn more. I'm excited by the process despite the familiar negativity kept at bay. If you've read this far, thank you for reading! I'm curious to know more about you guys, your journeys as actors. What are some ways you manage your confidence?
Question for actors from crime short movie screenwriter! by JaneEleven011 • last post Apr 17th
Could any of you guys take a look on my screenplay and say if i developed the characters correct and if you could possible feel the character and his or her feelings and could you play it? [https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQzxzclo1u1uFysHGjWMsiPfCYq8eOnSkBInqfR2LiXinHwxBNzB3h6C9JN2tXFRH104LW6Y2ZpA4uM/pub](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vQzxzclo1u1uFysHGjWMsiPfCYq8eOnSkBInqfR2LiXinHwxBNzB3h6C9JN2tXFRH104LW6Y2ZpA4uM/pub)
Actors who have tattoos, does your srtist own the copyright. Do you have to give them a cut if it's shown in a production? by Zukez • last post Apr 17th
I'm planning on getting some but want to sort out the details first.
Feeling Nervous about Returning to the Stage by EveningSquare • last post Apr 17th
I am a 27 yr old female that has a degree in Pre-Professional Acting and has been teaching HS Theatre for 5 years. When I first started teaching I stayed active in my community theatre scene and would usually fit in one show during the school year & one during the summer. It has been 2 years since I've been on the stage as an actor. I've been directing/producing shows & events at my school as the Fine Arts Director but I haven't acted in what seems like ages. A professor from my college FB messaged me asking if I was interested in a role for a short one act to rehearse and perform this summer. Past me would have just jumped right on board without even looking at the script but with currently me the message immediately filled me with anxiety and I am currently ignoring it to figure out what I wanted to do. I'm nervous about being away from my craft for so long and not being able to get back "in" or feeling awkward, also I've put on a significant amount of weight since college (even though I've recently picked up figure skating as my constant hobby) and am nervous that maybe the professor doesn't realize and will immediately rescind the offer when they see me again. TLDR: Has anyone taken a long hiatus from theatre and what did you do to help you get back "in"?
I want to be a method actor. I do not care about money or fame. I just want to push the boundaries of sanity. by Richwithabigdick • last post Apr 17th
Retired 36 year old man who wants to method act. Where should I start? What "jobs" should I avoid? How to find a director as crazy as me? I have lot's of newb questions.