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My mom wants me to go to college but I want to be an actress...advice? by qu0na • last post Feb 20th
Yep. I’m an only child and my mom’s dream is for me to graduate college. But I want to be an actress....I’m 15 in my sophomore year of high school and this is the only thing I can see myself doing in my life. My mom believes I should have a back up plan but in my opinion a “back up plan” is just an excuse to give up. I’m going all in with my dream but my mom isn’t all in with me. I’ll be moving to California, Los Angeles. I know how much it cost to live their so spare me the money talk. I tried looking up acting colleges and colleges that have acting programs but once I actually do my research people say that the programs suck. Also not to mention the money I would spend on college (textbooks, fees, dorm shit, etc.) is the money that I could be spending to be living in Los Angeles (PROVIDING FOR MYSELF) and towards acting (headshots, classes, etc.) I don’t know what the hell to do and I just need some type of advice. please help me.
How many “poor performances” in your opinion/experience are due to poor “acting” opposed to time or financial constraints? by nicholasnieblas • last post Feb 19th
I’m listening to Bruce Campbell’s audiobook [If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor](https://www.audible.com/pd?asin=B00J0DMCEA&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006), and he just told a story about how on the set of Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, Peter Boyle, playing Bruce’s character’s evil father, stumbled through a scene, to which the director responded by “looking at his watch” and announcing “Uh... great, Peter! Moving on!” Bruce says: “Peter looked at me, incredulous, ‘it just doesn’t matter, does it?’” It made me wonder how many performances deemed “bad” could have actually been *good* given enough time and resources? Understanding of course that resources are not limited, but I am curious as to how many of these “bad performances” are just a single take that may have even been a “warm up” for an actor? I’d love to hear your experiences and thoughts. Thanks!
New Actor, Seeking Guidance by finitepool • last post Feb 19th
Hi everyone! I've read the FAQ inside and out, so now I want to hear from some people on what they think I should do. I've got my headshots, made a Backstage and AA account, and... I'm not sure what to do now? I have no experience at all (I have a YouTube channel, but it's vlog oriented and not at all professional), so I've been applying to some student films near me. I live in Columbus, OH, so there's a decent amount of student productions to audition for, but outside of that, everything is mostly Chicago based. Is this the right path starting out? I'm interested more in film/TV than I am theater, so I figured that this made more sense... But of course I could be wrong. I also have no formal acting education. There's a few classes in Columbus, but nothing that really impresses me. My dad still lives in NY (about an hour and a half train ride outside of it, I've done it a million times before), so I was thinking of spending a few months this summer living with him, going to AADA, and auditioning for background/extra work to pay the bills, and leads to build my portfolio. The reason I'm not really sold on Stella Adler/studios like that is because I want a more all-encompassing education (acting for the camera/VOX/movement... that kind of stuff). Am I being too ambitious/is this just a stupid idea? Basically, TL;DR: if anyone has class recommendations for Central Ohio or NY, feel free to chime in. I guess I also want a little guidance on what's next- should I be building a video/voice reel? Keep auditioning for student films? If I'm being too ambitious... you can be honest. I have thick skin.
How do I prepare for an acting career? by idk0_0 • last post Feb 19th
I’m currently in high school and want to be an actress when I get older. What are some tips to get started now? I don’t have the option to take a drama class or be in a school play because I’m in cyber school. I’m going to audition for the next production at my local community theater and I’ve been reading acting books, but I’d like to do more to help me along my way. Can you give me any advice?
Booked and then Replaced by JosePalacios95 • last post Feb 19th
Hi peers, I'm an LA-based SAG-AFTR actor that recently booked a commercial and was replaced last minute because "They love you and definitely want to work with you, but the client changed their mind and think you're a tad bit too young for the role" -manager's words. Is this common? Can I ask to still get paid for the days I held? I, obviously, know to get up, dust myself off, and just keep doing my thing. My team is proud of me; the CD now knows me....but it still sucks.
Can I have multiple agents and/or managers? by GrangerHermione • last post Feb 18th
I see well-known actors having multiple talent agents and managers all the time. Is that something that actors do even while starting out? If there are multiple agents and/or managers willing to represent you, do you go ahead with that? Usually, they charge 10% of the project they brought to you, right? Also what's the difference between what a talent agent and manager can do for you?
Last Act Studio by ActStudioCA • last post Feb 18th
​ https://i.redd.it/lux9wvgfs8h21.jpg Last Act Studio is a performing arts studio located in Anaheim, CA. The studio caters specifically to acting, theater, vocals, and dance lessons. We also offer several other in house services such as: actor headshots, self tape auditions, and custom scenes for an actor's reel. Here at the studio we aim to educate, mentor, and develop each and every student within their crafts; all while encouraging verbal communication, self-confidence, and social interaction. They will learn how to be expressive in a safe and fun environment, and have a better understanding/appreciation for themselves and others within the entertainment industry. This learning facility was created as an actor's last stop; meaning, everything they would need to sell themselves to agents and the entertainment industry along with all the tools they would need to enhance their artistic abilities is provided behind our doors. An actor or performer would not have to look any further than Last Act Studio. Classes are led by industry professionals/educators and will provide students with comprehensive curriculum and programs. Our variety of instructors and class levels will meet the needs of aspiring beginners, as well as the seasoned actors and performers. We truly believe in promoting positivity and growth to our youth and also to our teens and adults. Here at Last Act Studio we believe each and every soul was created an artist and it is up to us to pick up the brush and paint our futures! **Address:** 1520 E. Lincoln Ave #6 Anaheim, CA 92805 **Phone:** 844-259-5545 **Business Email:** [lastactstudio@gmail.com](mailto:lastactstudio@gmail.com) **Website:** [http://lastactstudio.com/](http://lastactstudio.com/) **Keywords:** acting classes, actors classes, acting schools, acting academy for kids, teen acting classes, Orange County, Anaheim, Placentia, Yorba Linda, Brea, Irvine, Tustin, Costa Mesa, Orange, Santa Ana, Lake Forest, Villa Park **Number of Employee:** 2 **Operating Hours:** 10 - 6 **Social Media Links:** [https://www.instagram.com/lastactstudio/](https://www.instagram.com/lastactstudio/)
Struggling with finding work to submit to by ptactor • last post Feb 18th
My struggle is that here in the southeast, mainly Atlanta, there is a lot of work. My agent doesn’t seem to be submitting me to much other than commercial work, which I am also not booking much of. Even bigger, I submit myself on actors access nearly every day. But the casting calls are nearly all for heavily political themed projects, often with no pay. If there is pay, one might have to travel or work local on a project 3-400 miles away. Often, the pay isn’t enough to justify. In any event, I just don’t submit myself to those projects that will portray myself as “racist”, as that is what the casting calls for on “Caucasian” roles. I don’t wish to be a part of this kind of social story. I recall 3-5 years ago, everything was a horror movie. Now, it’s heavily socialized in the story. I feel as though the business has passed me by. I’m 43 and feel alienated or related to accept portraying “racist” roles, and that’s just not who I am. I don’t watch programming that portrays people like me in that way. And I can’t work local on a project 200-300-400 or more miles away. Guess I better start writing my own stuff!
Is Ivanna Chubbuck legit or just a name dropper? by AudreyLynch • last post Feb 18th
She says she has worked with a lot of actors/actresses, but they barely mention her or not mention her at all. ​ ​ Like here: [https://gallery.mailchimp.com/a014f2cd8625f8f6d96b39eb1/files/9511a3c5-ed39-4448-b6a1-b080693d6a26/Ivana\_Chubbuck\_masterclass\_Match\_2019\_invitation.pdf](https://gallery.mailchimp.com/a014f2cd8625f8f6d96b39eb1/files/9511a3c5-ed39-4448-b6a1-b080693d6a26/Ivana_Chubbuck_masterclass_Match_2019_invitation.pdf) ​ ​ She says she has worked with: "Ivana is definitely an icon in Hollywood. Hollywood’s premier acting coach, has worked with a long list of A-list actors: Brad Pitt, Charlize Theron, Travis Fimmel, Sylvester Stalone, Jared Leto, Halle Berry, James Franco and Jake Gyllenhaal – just to name a few. After working with her and using her cutting-edge acting technique, they been able to create highly successful careers and garner awards, including Oscars, Emmys, Tonys, Baftas, Geminis and Golden Globes. During her 30 year-plus career, Ivana has worked one-on-one with more than 100 Hollywood stars, directors and writers. " ​
Good self-promo posters to put up around a film school? by Barziboy • last post Feb 18th
Howdy all, ​ So in 2017, I worked in a film school in London, and would notice that some of the actors taking courses there would put up a small poster in the cafeteria advertising themselves. I've kept a few of my contacts at the film school and they'll allow me to put my poster up on there, so I wanted to ask you guys: what are some key points/features to put on this poster? ​ So faar I imagine the best would be stuff like: headshot, physical features (height, weights, skin tone, nationality), experience (had a scene in a feature, some student films), and maybe just a general bio. Anything I've missed? ​ Also is it worthwhile making these things a funny? Like put a bit of British bantz in there? ​ Anyway, if you guys have any examples of your ones, or maybe one's you've seen online or in the wild, I'd love to see them please.
Accidentally getting into SAG through the Short Project Agreement by kieran45 • last post Feb 18th
I produced/acted in a SAG Short Project Agreement with a budget around $500. This agreement doesn't accept Taft-Hartley's, so I assumed I couldn't join through it. SAG doesn't make it transparent online that, since this contract covers all performers, non-union actors who worked a principal role have proof of employment for working a SAG job. My signatory told me all I had to do was submit proof of employment to SAG (a contract I signed with myself as performer and producer), and that would be it. A Taft-Hartley wasn't needed. The catch: since this is outside of Taft-Hartley, I had to join the union in full. There's no "eligible" status. Hope this is helpful!
Acting scene in Albany, NY? by nicaisegany • last post Feb 18th
I just got rejected from UChicago, my dream school, which means there is a high likelihood I'll be heading over to the College of St. Rose. I know that at this time they don't have any acting majors, so I will most likely be doing communications with a focus in film. That being said, are there many stage or film opportunities in or near Albany? I'm not from New York☆ so I have no idea what the scene is like. To be clear, my goal in life is to be a working actor/writer/director if possible☆☆, so I definitely want to go to school in an area with opportunity. ☆ I spent most of my life in Florida and have been living in North Carolina for the past two and a half years. ☆☆ I do have a back-up plan: language interpretation, and if I can't support myself as an actor, writer, or director then I would love to go back to school to be a professor.
Young actress looking for work by toobiased--- • last post Feb 17th
Hello, my name is Ashe. I have participated in intensive acting classes and workshops for around four years now. I typically perform in three or four different shows a year, each of them running four performances. I have participated in JTF west, a theater competition, and was part of a group who placed for multiple awards. As loyal as I love to be to my theater, I’m looking to branch out and find other opportunities. I would be willing to sing, dance, but I am very interested in short films and modeling. I would be more than willing to work for free, as I’m just looking for experience. I’m soon to be 14, 5’7, brunette, brown eyed, on the rounder side but hour glass figure, and pictures will be provided upon request. I am mainly located in the Raleigh/Durham area but would be willing to travel. Thank you so much for your consideration, hope to work with you in the future.
Payfair Escrow nodes by kimblycara • last post Feb 17th
Escrow-nodes ensure the integrity of a trade between parties. Escrow nodes are secured by PFR tokens, meaning every decision in the ecosystem is ensured by value and is performed by a real person. When this is combined with an Escrow rating system it further supports its ability to rid the platform of bad actors. Website: payfair.io
I'm an actor and shooting a sex scene in a month. But this is not the worst part! by ShyActor • last post Feb 17th
Hi all, I'm an actor (not a famous one). I have moved to UK - London last summer. I have very close friends here. We are also neighbour. I have got a casting 3 months ago. Last month i was accepted. The problem is the sex scene and worse part is my co-star is my friend's wife (also my friend). We know each other for years. I need this job. So does she. I don't know what to do. No it's not a porn movie. Not even close. My friend doesn't care but i do. We signed the contract with the company. They are not going to cover our parts. She accepted it. But there are some terms. They have changed terms after our meeting with director. Director asked us not to cover our parts. I said i don't want to show my penis. I don't want my parents and friends to see me fully naked. She said ok and added term no full frontal notice for me. My friend accepted being full frontal. And I have also accepted i can get fully naked but no show to camera. My friend also added there will not be anyone from crew but director and camerawoman. Btw, director is a woman too. I told to my friend that i can cover my p... during the shooting but director asked not to do it. She wants this to be seem as real as possible. And she also said that we will shoot the sex scenes at first to remove the stress. They gave us some drawings of the scene. Omg this is like a porn movie. We did a test with clothes on (not a big deal) but she asked us to join her tomorrow for a quick test scene. I'm nervous. I have never heard that before. Why do i have to do the test scene of a sex scene? This is ridiculous. Ah btw, my friend also added that no closeup scene. I don't know how to tell this. I did a sex scene once in my country a few years ago. Well i was not that uncomfortable because i didn't know the girl and it was a short movie. The problem is; I'm a healthy straight man. I know, most actors are same but they are really professionals. I'm not that professional. I didn't feel stress because of erection but at the end, she's my friend. And a good friend. Also her husband. I really don't feel well atm. We have signed some papers and i really needed this so didn't ask to any lawyer. There was a lawyer in the meeting but he was studio's lawyer. So I don't know what happens if i cancel this. Tomorrow morning, we are going to meet and do a test scene and i don't really know how am i going to look at my friends face from now on. Well if there are any recommendation from an experienced guy, i would love to hear that. Thanks
Non-Actor In Desperate Need Of Help by notneo57 • last post Feb 17th
Please bear with the long post. I am a writer. I've been in one form of writing or the other for the past 8 years now, be it advertising or currently, film-making. But an epiphany hit me about 5 years ago, which I've just been trying to avoid for so long: Acting is a life-skill. And I don't have it. No, I am not being too harsh on myself. I know this to be absolutely true. And by acting, I don't necessarily mean theatrics or performance. I mean the ability to feel what you're saying and what others are saying, and to leave aside your inhibitions. I have had the good fortune of seeing some wonderful actors, who at times don't even say anything, but their eyes seem to communicate everything. I don't want to learn acting so that I can sell my writing better. I need to learn it to be a better human being. My inability to truly express, to understand the dynamics of conversations, is really zero. And believe it or not, this gets into the way of not necessarily my writing, but my ability to share myself with people. I honestly cannot say if anyone really knows me. Because they can only possibly judge me on the basis of what I do...and what I do, is really just a tamed version of what I feel. I am generally considered all things nice but I can't explain the sense of suffocation I feel within. And I think acting is the way out. I humbly ask all you actors a step-by-step guide to just getting myself to be better. A few people suggested I take classes and I have nothing against that advice. I am genuinely not trying to evade the anxiety of real performance (because I'm sure it is inevitable), but if you guys could shed some light on how I can first take baby-steps so that I can feel brave enough to call myself an actor first, then I'd definitely sign up for a class. ​ ​
How much acting opportunity is there in Tallahassee? by LaReinaDelMundo • last post Feb 17th
Hi! I‘m an actor getting started in my career one year out of BFA from a top musical theatre school in the northeast. A lot of my professional work after graduation has been on-camera and I’m interested in pursuing both theatre and screen acting. I got married this year and my husband is hoping to go to FSU for grad school (not performing arts related). The program is high ranked for his area of study and with in-state tuition would be super affordable. This would be a great thing for his career development (and us financially when he hopefully lands a job in the field) but it feels like a big step back for my career hopes. How much acting opportunity is there around the area for someone hoping making a professional career in acting?? I’m from central Florida originally and I don’t know the full extent of the local scene up there... but am I wrong in thinking it’d just be two years of maybe doing some community theatre and the some student films??! Like ok... cool, but I need money to live. I know there are a couple professional theatres around but no guarantee I could ever get work there. Afterwards we want to move back to a NYC but i can’t help being pretty bummed when I think of living in what seems a small town in the middle of nowhere for two years... i don’t want to emerge two years older with not much to show and lose momentum. .. I feel like a depreciating asset. Maybe I can do a lot of driving and stay at my parents to audition for things in Orlando a couple times a week or month?? Maybe I can drive to Atlanta every once and a while for something important? Which would all be super expensive. I don’t know... my best friend is telling me to stay where I am and do long distance but I definitely don’t want to do that it- unless of course I’m cast in something regionally or touring etc. Otherwise seems like a recipe for disaster in a new marriage + we just don’t want to, would miss each other terribly (and he’d be all alone without any contacts/ friends in a new city). Thank you!!
Should I invest in voice acting? by TheLadderRises • last post Feb 16th
Hey everyone! I hope you are well. I have always dreamed of being a voice actor. Unfortunately, to dream is one thing. To have the talent for it, is another totally different story. I have the advantage of speaking several languages and having varied demos, studio-recorded. Would anyone be so kind as to check their quality? It won't take 5 minutes of your time, I swear. My native language isn't English and I was asked to attempt a British accent (my natural one is from Cali). Thus, you might find that the English one sounds bland. I was also pretty god damn nervous 'cause it was my first audition. This is my user page. It contains the demos in 4 different languages, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese and English, 1 per each except for Portuguese which has two. I don't have Japanese recordings at the moment, but I will record a few. [https://clyp.it/user/mhb55lh0](https://clyp.it/user/mhb55lh0) I would love your comments and feedback, whether positive or negative. Thank you for your time, attention and patience. Have a lovely weekend.
Do you ever get FOMO? by worldtraveler9700 • last post Feb 16th
I recently saw on social media that a huge TV show was filming in my area. I realized that I was actually asked by a casting agency if I was available to work on this show (I only realized after seeing the post) but decided not to do it because it was background work and I'm not sure if I can gain anything further from doing background. I'm already SAG-E and not really looking for union vouchers. I already had commitments to my other artistic endeavors, but the actor in me in kicking myself for not clearing my schedule to go work on the show. Is this something that happens to actors regularly?
Need a new podcast? I might have one for ya. by PurpleProducer • last post Feb 16th
There are a lot of podcasts out there, but none of them are really geared towards highlighting the rising stars who are grinding their way to the top. That's what my podcast "Slate Your Name" does, by interviewing aspiring actors and musicians, while working in interviews with professionals working in the field. Check it out! [www.slateyourname.podbean.com](https://www.slateyourname.podbean.com) https://i.redd.it/caiaj8rpavg21.jpg ​