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BTS INTERVIEW WITH ANIME VOICE ACTORS @ ANIME UNLOCKED WITH SWORD ART ONLINE CAST by korygetman • last post Feb 15th
Best Place to Find Work? by JasonF938 • last post Feb 15th
I have accounts on Behind the Voice Actors, Casting Call Club, ACX and Voices.com. Is there anywhere else that I can go? I'm very new to this game so I'm trying to get myself out there as much as possible. I'm also willing to do unpaid work. I'd appreciate any help on this. Thanks.
Balancing emotions while playing a heavy role - connection to self vs. connection to character. by boogercube • last post Feb 15th
Hello my fellow actors. I am posting this from a bit of a vulnerable place, so I am hoping to get some empathetic responses. I am playing a lead in a play right now who is dying. It’s a dark comedy, emphasis on the dark. The death happens onstage in a non-sensationalized, un-cliche way, but the build up is intense (lots of emotional dialogue/monologues and deep places to sink into). I am also personally going through some pretty major life changes, and the weight of the role and everything going on seems to be merging into a bit of a emotional storm. On the business/logistics side: it is a great professional gig at a respected theatre with an amazing director and cast. I was surprisingly invited to audition because the director was familiar with my work, and ended up being cast in this major role. Often in rehearsals, our discussions come back to my character and that the play revolves around the fact that she is dying. The other characters are brought together because of this death. It is ensemble-based and all of us pretty much never leave the stage. The script is really beautiful and touching, and I feel lucky to be a part of it. On an emotional level, I am struggling not to bring the character home with me. I am preparing for a big move soon, going through a tough break up, and graduated from a four-year acting program just last year. It’s just... a lot. Mostly based on coincidence. I am finding myself confused on whether or not it’s the play, or just my life that is making me so emotionally overwhelmed. I just feel this weight and pain in my chest and, at times, very lonely and isolated in it. We are early in the rehearsal process and I don’t want to slip into an unhealthy mental space and have it negatively affect my performance or health. I have played large, heavy roles before, but have never had it weigh on me in such a significant way. Normally I’m good at closing the script when I need to, and finding ways to separate the character from myself when necessary. So really, my questions are: how do you find ways to not let your life and character bleed into each other? How do you protect yourself as an actor while still giving yourself over to the character? Has anyone else experienced something similar? Thank you ahead of time for any and all responses.
I relocated and now my agent isn’t submitting me by danikabananika • last post Feb 15th
I’ve asked to meet with him and he said he’s “too busy right now”- makes sense, it is pilot season, but he did have time to sit and chat for an hour with myself and a friend of mine who is also on his roster but is in another league (multiple series regulars on her resume). I wouldn’t be too concerned about this, except that I’m best friends with another actress on his roster. We have literally the same resume (3 actor/under five roles) and she is filming practically every day. She is very ethnically ambiguous so that made sense, but then I found out that her friend, who is very much in my category and has less credits than the both of us, is going out for all of the roles she is. I’ve spoken to other more prolific actors and they say this is super not cool and he’s essentially shelved me and I don’t know why. I’ve improved so much since he’s signed me, I’m booking... I’m just so confused. I’m also afraid to leave because I’m with a pretty big agency. How can I ask him what the deal is and why isn’t he submitting me without getting dropped?
Character Actors Looking for Likeminded People! by MilHip • last post Feb 15th
So we've looked around and around some more and haven't quite found anyone who's doing what we're doing, and we're posting here to see if we can connect with likeminded individuals! We've done several live performances, find it hilarious to go out and public and be completely ridiculous and foolish. We have fun pushing boundaries and sharpening our image. ​ All the acting, characters, improving, radio show, podcasting, voicing, some of the songs and all videos (including editing) behind [www.milhip.rocks](https://www.milhip.rocks) are done by us, a wildly compatible couple based out of Toronto. We have a wide range of characters and are constantly trying to develop our skills while juggling full-time jobs and you know, just life in general. We invite you to get lost on our website! ​ Since it's been super cold out we've been experimenting with hosting live videos using graphics through OBS that we stream through Facebook (we don't have enough YouTube followers to do it through YouTube yet) and have loved doing this in the comfort of our living room using our "green screen couch". ​ Our views on YouTube are kind of embarrassing right now but we're working on it. Our characters vary so much that it's hard to stick to just one thing and one demographic. ​ Here's an example of our character Chickin Jim thanking our first Patron! [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqJSOmzxQCg&t=49s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqJSOmzxQCg&t=49s) ​ Try to guess who plays which character ;) Cheers, \- V
Should I do a 2 year musical theatre course or a 2 year acting course? by Jadekay10 • last post Feb 15th
I’ve been accepted into both courses. I do believe I would have more fun doing the MT course but I want to be taken seriously as an actress. I’ve heard a lot of MT student complain that they haven’t been taken as seriously as people who took the acting course. After my 2 year course, I would be going to a drama school (if I get in!) Either doing acting or MT, so I’m guessing that doing MT wouldn’t really affect my chances of being taken seriously just yet. I do ultimately want to just act, not MT but for now it seems really up my street and seems like a fun 2 years Opinions?
Best Cities to Work in atm? by DirectivePodcast • last post Feb 15th
I'm getting ready to move back to the United States after finishing my MFA in the UK. I've been away for awhile so I need some help. Aside from NYC and LA, what are the cities actors are actually making livings in these days? Just want to see what my options are, if any. Thanks!
Interview with Canadian Voice Actress Julie Lemiux by gio_petti • last post Feb 14th
Looking for a female voice actor by innowayfamous • last post Feb 14th
I'm looking for a female voice actor for a new brand video my company is producing for a College in my area. Not sure if this is allowed but I thought I would check here.
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Feb 14 by AutoModerator • last post Feb 14th
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.
ACTORS, what’s your opinion on Leo taking 4 years out? by LancasterDodd777 • last post Feb 14th
I’m sure most of you want to focus on your own work and don’t to think about Leonardo DiCaprio, but I need an actor’s mindset on this so please humour me briefly. He was last in a movie in 2015 (The Revenant) and has just finished shooting his first movie since then (Once Upon A Time In Hollywood). Part of me’s scared that going 4 years without acting will affect his next performance negatively, but then part of me also thinks he’ll be even better as he has had time to let the emotion well fill back up after “spending” it all. What’s your opinion on this? Does it depend on the performer? Does taking time out always have a negative impact? Or could it do his performance the world of good? Thanks!
NY actor, UK agent? by ell_ohh_ell • last post Feb 14th
Hi! I’m a Brit living and working in NY. A friend in the U.K. works for an agency who may be interested in repping me for some of the US roles that get sent their way. I’m presently looking for an agent in NY. So my question is about conflicts. Is it OK to have an agent in the U.K. AND an agent in NY who would both be submitting me for US roles?
Non-European/UK/USA Acting Programs by Polartec239 • last post Feb 14th
Looking for info on actor training programs that don’t take place in the us/uk/or Europe, possibly in Asia or Africa or South America?
Have Any LA Actors Used This? by CaliforniaStoked • last post Feb 13th
I have an audition this week at Hollywood Casting and Film studio here in LA. I always try to google the audition place, so I can see the street parking situation ahead of time. I found out that Hollywood Casting and Film lets casting directors use their casting rooms for free, in exchange to calling in 4 of the actors in their database, per hour of use, in addition to whatever other casting sites the CD wants to use. So after a little more research, I found that they offer a casting board service at $13/month with a free month trial, so I signed up. Has anyone ever used this? I mean I'm not expecting TV and Film auditions from them, but I figured this would be a good way to build up a new reel for myself. You can either submit yourself for projects, or the casting director can go through the data base and invite you to an audition as part of there 4 per hour rule. I submitted myself to a few projects, but none of them have the casting date listed (when the casting notice was posted). This confused me, because I submitted to a project that was about 10 auditions down, and after doing a google search, I found out that filming for it was already completed a year ago, despite having the audition notice saying its filming in May 2019. So what are your thoughts? They got really good reviews on yelp, but it was based off the casting director room use VS the actors services.
Suitable attire as an actor? by CornrowKenny100 • last post Feb 13th
Hey all! I’m a 22 year old actor who is a bit stumped when it comes to what would be the best way to set a professional look for myself, without being over the top. e.g 3 piece suits dressed to the 9’s I more or less have a picture in my head, of what would be a good professional look for me. I don’t know if this is an issue for any other actors, but sometimes when I go for networking events or acting auditions I’m a bit self conscious about if I’m underdressed, or doing a bit too much. I don’t have much variety as of late, as I’ve adopted a minimalist wardrobe, but I will be looking to get some new pieces I’d like to add. Here are some ideas I had: • A matching blazer and trousers (pants) • All White Stan Smiths • White Dress Shirt • Black Denim Jacket • Black Turtleneck A nice mix of smart casual, should hopefully give the right impression, I would like to think. Also, do any actors of colour sometimes find themselves having to think extra about their wardrobe choices as a result of quote unquote not being stereotyped or typecast? When it comes to attire and attitudes towards it, does it differ from the US to the UK or is it pretty much the same? Cheers!
Actors who made the move to L.A., how did you know you were "ready"? by InfamousSir • last post Feb 13th
Or those who went without being prepared, how easy was it to hitchhike home?
Which actors access region do I choose if I'm in New Orleans? by griffindor11 • last post Feb 13th
I have a resume and headshots on actors access and I'm ready to start submitting for auditions, but which region do i pick? New Orleans in pretty busy with film and tv, i know a lot goes on here, but im not seeing anything on actors access. What gives? My region is set to southeast, and im not seeing anything in new orleans, mostly stuff in atlanta and Tennessee. Should i pick 'Texas-South central region' instead? Or do not many productions use actors access in new orleans? I was told by muiltiple people in the business a lot is currently going on in new orleans, so its not like the market is dry here.
Trouble with Meisner technique by Permanenceisall • last post Feb 13th
Hey everyone, first time lurker long time poster here. I’ve been taking a Meisner technique class from a reputable teacher who studied with Sandy Meisner but for the first time in my career I feel absolutely lost. I’ve always been a naturalistic actor and very comfortable with myself on stage, and i usually get good feedback in that regard. But in this class it seems to be a detriment. I’m a naturally broad person (think Jason Mantzoukas) and I tend to lean more towards comedy and humor in my daily life and in neutral or improv scenes. I’m constantly told I’m either over doing it or not “landing/sitting on my impulses” but if I feel no tension coming from my acting partner I see no reason to artificially create it. I understand that a lot of this is very particular to the class and I did talk with the teacher and conveyed to her that what she sees as my “shtick” (her words) is truly just who i am. I’m entirely open to the idea that this technique is just not for me but I wanted to hear other people’s (especially those who lean towards comedy) thoughts.
Feeling rather lost and not sure where to go from here... by Phoenix2700 • last post Feb 13th
Hey all, ​ I tend to frequent the VO boards on reddit for the most part, but I feel like the folks over here at /r/acting might give me a fresh perspective on things. I've been signed with an agency for about 9 months now doing only voice over work, with the hope of expanding into on camera work once I have a video reel properly established. In that time I've gone on plenty of auditions and have been taking a good deal of classes and I've still yet to book a single job. Many of my friends are commercial actors (in NYC, as am I) and manage to find all sorts of success in on camera acting and here and there in voice over and I just feel like a complete loser at this point. ​ I know it seems ridiculous to say that, but I've pumped thousands of dollars into having my audio demos done as well as into classes and training programs and my buddies who have zero training (although more professional experience) seem to coast right on through and make it where I can't. Now I'm not jealous of my friends success, I'm extremely happy things are going well for him but the fact is I cannot figure out what I need to do to improve. I don't know how my buddy got to where he is and why I am seemingly incapable of it. I don't understand what else I should be doing every single day to make sure my skills are improving properly and that I'm making it more likely for myself to book work. ​ I'd also really like to make the transition over to on-camera work and I feel really at a loss for how to approach that at all. I feel like the catch-22 mentality of the industry is a very tough hurdle for me to get over, as most places won't even look at my headshots if I don't have a reel along with it. And of course I can't make a reel unless I have footage of myself from things I've been involved with! ​ I do have a handful of short films and the like which I've participated in but according to my agent, she doesn't believe they fulfill my typing requirements and would not make a substantial reel. ​ So to sum it all up, I'm not booking work and I have been auditioning for 9 months with zero hope in sight. What the hell can I do to get myself into the world of on-camera auditioning and what can I do to effectively get myself on the right course as far as my skillset to that I can actually book work? ​ Thanks for the help.