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Wanted to share some good news: I was accepted and chose to attend CalArts for my MFA in acting! by wu-Tangbang • last post Mar 1st
Thank you to everyone you commented on my videos of my monologues and reached out. Feels so good to have hard work pay off, when you set a goal and work like hell to achieve it. I love this community and the advice it gives to actors new and old to the art, can’t wait to see what this next step does!
How does an MFA student get selected? by jay0819 • last post Mar 1st
I’ve noticed that most MFA students I have seen or encountered are generally considered “attractive” by society’s standards. Also, I did a little research on some actors and it suggests that you don’t need that much professional credits to get in. Say you were part of the admission staff that auditions the prospective actors. What would you be looking for? Is grad drama school more about potential of the person in the industry or raw talent and capability? (This is not to say I discredit those actors who graduated from top drama schools, I believe they are very talented and this is just a curious question I’ve been dealing with.)
How to prepare for your actor headshots by robertovivancos • last post Mar 1st
Hi guys, I'm new to this sub, I'm Roberto Vivancos, actor and photographer specialised in headshots. I am starting a blog on my website and wanted to share one of the first articles that I have posted that my clients receive when they are coming for a headshots session and wanted to hear your feedback, thank you ! [https://www.robertovivancos.com/photography/prepare-actor-headshots/](https://www.robertovivancos.com/photography/prepare-actor-headshots/)
A little worried.. by jay0819 • last post Mar 1st
So I auditioned for my very first film project ( a thesis film) and it went well in my opinion. After the audition, they talked about my interest and what is my major and etc. Then they talked about if I had any acting experience, I said yes, and that I am also rehearsing for a production right now. Will that affect my chances of getting the part? Because saying that I’m rehearsing for a production shows that there will be problems with commitment to their film project? Also is it rare for actors to be working on multiple productions? (Like rehearsing for a play in the day and then filming at night?)
Anyone have good tips for getting frequent work as a Sag Aftra Actor in LA? by hidinginplainsight84 • last post Mar 1st
I use La Casting all the time I gets stuff there, I just joined a month ago which is awesome the pickings are slow. I don't know any other good sites or resources to pull from. Im going to register with Bill Dance next Tuesday but that's it. Unfortunately I was recently suspended from Central because I was late to a gig three weeks ago because F2F didn't give me my details on time. So I can't work for central for a month. So I'm desperate, I'm gonna start looking at restaurant jobs soon.
Does anyone here work as a Bonobos Customer Service Ninja? by blakxzep • last post Mar 1st
I was looking for a new job to keep living the hustle and I saw that the position and I sort of matched up. Not too different from my previous jobs but then i found out there was an actor on backstge who worked for them and did an interview saying it was flexible and then I saw some other people list that as a job while acting. I messaged them but no response. I am curious on how the work is, how the pay is and how the flexibility thing works
Post not going through by FinchHints • last post Mar 1st
If any moderators see this post, I am new to reddit and am an actor seeking other like minded people and a support group. I recently posted a headshots asking for feedback, and the post can’t be found under the new page. Is this normal? Thank you!
Uk/Irish Actors- Need your help- Agency question by IrishActor • last post Feb 28th
Hey all, This question is more specifically aimed at Actors in this market. I'm a hardworking and skilled Actor. I've done alot of training ( although not a 3 yr drama school) and I have really good footage, showreel and have been professionally cast and have pro credits. I was previously with a top agency in London after they saw a film of mine and signed me but after a year which included me booking a feature film and great audition feedback I was dropped....ruthless industry. Anyway I have a different agent atm but to be dead honest they are not great. My question is how do I go about getting a different agent because I am drafting emails, really personal ones, with all my info, strong credits and strong showreel. I'm generally considered ''attractive'' so it can't be purely a look thing either. Not be being an asshole, just being objective in terms of the overall package for a prospective agent. Any help would really be appreciated.
Breaking Talent Agent Contract/Pay Question by angelfacema • last post Feb 28th
Hello! I’m consistently booking paid student and short films, and even getting auditions for larger projects on known networks by submitting myself via Backstage & ActorsAccess. My talent agency (P) is a new agency that I signed with earlier this month after they parted ways with my previous agency (G) and I chose to go with them (P). I recently got the opportunity to audition for a well-known casting director, for a role with a lot of promise behind it (due to production team and director). **Things are going great with this one and, while my chances are 50/50 of getting the role, I’m curious to know: if I get the role, could I end my relationship with my current agency (P) because I don’t want them having 10% of my pay when I’ve submitting myself and they’ve been representing me for less than 90 days?** It probably sounds selfish, but I just want to know. They’re a nice group but they’re not very well connected in the industry at all. Thanks for your help!
Stunt Actors: What are some prestigious stunt schools for someone looking to get into the field? by RedRocket37 • last post Feb 28th
My friend is looking to get into stunt acting and he’s been looking at some schools. But he’s unsure of what schools are actually legitimate. Does anyone know of any that are well known and respected. Anywhere in the world is acceptable.
Leaving an actors workshop more confused than confident. by KB_Baby • last post Feb 28th
Hi all. I currently live in Atlanta GA, which at the moment is experiencing a great influx in films/TV being shot here. I love it. At the moment I am an unsigned actor. I have been going to some workshops here recently that big agents in the Atlanta region attend. They go to scout out talent and see if they like what they see. The format of the workshop is simple. You self tape the sides they give you about 3 days before the workshop. You show them the self tape in the workshop. The agent critiques you and asks you to perform it in front of them with the new direction given. You perform it. Every time I go to these things I feel just completely shot down as an actor. I do the scene theway i interpret their direction and they tell me it was the wrong way to go about the scene. I perform it in front on them and they say my interpretation is wrong. “What was I thinking. Had I read the script correctly i would have seen how to actually perform it correct, “ “you’re just doing the scene like everybody else”. “You’re not different or unique, you are boring”. Yada yada. They really tear you down. Does anybody else deal with this from industry agent/teachers who believe their way is always correct? I tend to get a little defensive at these things but idk if it’s my ego or not. I always leave way more confused than actually confident with myself as an actor. if so, how do you deal with this criticism??? TL;DR How do you deal with criticism from “industry professionals/agents” ???
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Feb 28 by AutoModerator • last post Feb 28th
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.
We need casting sites for the UK for our sidebar by thisisnotarealperson • last post Feb 28th
Hey folks! We've got some US-centric casting sites (Actor's Access, Backstage, etc) in our sidebar but we need things for the UK since plenty of people over there frequent the sub. Help us out and list the best ones here!
Wanted: Female voice for indie game narrator/radio companion. [PAID] by Nagoni • last post Feb 28th
Hey! I'm reaching out to try and find a female voice actor to play the role of the narrator/radio companion in our game. The character in question can talk to the player's character but the player character can't talk back, meaning that the role involves a lot of monologues and essentially takes on the form of a one sided conversation. The character is in her late 20's and is the pilot of an interstellar research vessel. We want her to come across as self-assured. upbeat and charming but without being overbearing. The role is a significant one for the project. The script is still being written, so whilst I can't provide an exact length, I can say for sure that the VA's character will have a staggered but healthy presence though what is shaping up to be a 15hr + experience. As we're new to the world of voice acting, we aren't sure how much something like this is going to cost. We're a small start-up on a tight budget but I do want to emphasise that this is a paid role, and we're looking to provide fair compensation for the work. As for location, we work out of London, England. In an ideal world we're looking for somebody local enough that we can get together in a studio or your preferred work-space, so that we can provide direction and work together on a more personal level. That being said, if you're not from around here but we think you're a great fit, we're happy to provide that direction over Skype. If this sounds like the role for you then please drop me a message! I'd be happy to listen to any portfolio material, or provide a few short paragraphs of script for auditioning purposes. Cheers! ​ ​ ​
Business Cards by elitegenoside • last post Feb 28th
Have any of you had any luck with business cards? I’ve met a few actors who have had them and am curious if that seems like a worthwhile idea. I was about to give it a go, but wasn’t really sure how to go about it. I just had two headshots (one front, very different look on the back), and my name and email. Not sure what else I would put on it. Thought?
If you were to estimate as a new actor (<1 year actively auditioning) how many times do you audition per month, and how often do you book? by justsomethrowawayacc • last post Feb 28th
I’m coming up on my 10th month of actively auditioning with my talent agency, and although my agent gets me a lot of auditions, (a lot being maybe 2 a week if it’s a good week/month, as I’m in the Seattle market) I feel like I’m just not booking. I’ve never booked through an in-person audition, and the only things I’ve gotten are a couple voiceover spots and one commercial where I didn’t even audition, and was just picked to play a “real person.” I have gotten callbacks, but again, nothing booked. I know every actor who auditions regularly will go through hundreds of auditions, but I feel like I’m not booking as much as I should be. I feel like every one of my actor friends is constantly involved in projects, and I’m here doing classes 4 times a week with seemingly nothing to show for it. Anyone else have this experience? What would you estimate is the proportion to you auditioning and booking a role?
Self-Submission and an Agency by meemow • last post Feb 28th
I submitted myself for a role on actors access which was received and accepted. They asked for my agents info and email to confirm. I do have an agency on there however since it was a self submission, do I still have to give them my agents information? Thank you Edit: I’ll loop them in, I appreciate it guys.
I want to start. by Resuron • last post Feb 28th
I've been acting since elementary up until I graduated high school about 8 months ago. Although I never gave it a legitimate thought I have a deep passion for acting and would love to make a career out of it. Any advice for someone like me who has the experience but just doesn't know where to start? I am located in Houston Texas so any fellow actors out here that are a bit more educated on starting, would love to hear your advice.
Lines...and Memory by LilleeJean • last post Feb 27th
Hi! I have heard often times of the actor/actress changing up the script as they go along, but WHAT do you do if A) you are given a script with typos or a lack of fluidity w/ no table read and B) You forget your lines, but they came out...
Technique. What do you prefer? by blondelamar • last post Feb 27th
Personally, I’ve been studying in a Strasberg based class in Atlanta for a year and I absolutely love the methods I am learning. I am curious as to what other techniques most actors here are training in? I know that Meisner Technique is very popular in today’s world. I would love to know what you are all studying or if you rely on just committing to the role itself.