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I believe acting class will greatly improve my life and here is why! by onemorepersonasking • last post Dec 29th
My mother used to tell me I should take acting classes. That was years ago. Now I'm in my late 50s, she is gone, and I want to be an actor so bad! I did have one very short acting role for an eLearning video. I did not speak. I did great! People loved it. But that was back in 2005. As I study acting online, it's occurring to me. The art of acting can really improve my life! I will understand the vibes I am giving off not only verbally, but with my body language as well! Heck, I've been acting all along! I'm a darn good actor! And I have been making people not like me very much! But I was indeed acting to a certain degree! It's time to learn the entire craft and use it in my favor! So what steps should a guy in his very late 50s take to start acting? I have a few connections and I might be able to do some roles in commercials if I play my hand right. I even know a few people who have made movies. But I want to be realistic about this and learn the fine art of acting the right way.
Podcast about Jerzy Grotowski and the work of the actor by ArtisticPlatypus • last post Dec 29th
​ [Hey all, if anyone's interested in Jerzy Grotowski's work and approach to acting and performance, there's a new podcast episode about it. Highly recommend. ](https://i.redd.it/t6oltm5q08721.jpg)
Is Backstage.com Legit? by atomic_ewok • last post Dec 29th
I've been trying to find auditions to build up my resume and earn some extra cash, and I keep getting directed towards [Backstage.com](https://Backstage.com). I hear it's legit, but with the monthly fee and the amount of people scamming amateur actors these days, you can never be too careful.
How do living situations work out when actors have to do projects in other locations? (Other cities, countries) by chronicblandness • last post Dec 29th
How does housing work when for example, you're an NYC based actor, and you go to do a play or musical in say, Chicago or LA for a short time and then maybe it gets transferred to Broadway. Is housing covered somehow? I mean, you still have pay rent for the place where you're based in, right? I've been thinking about this for a while now and I haven't been able to find an answer.
Acting career by peepeeman76 • last post Dec 29th
Basically, like many others I’m sure, Ive always wanted to be an actor and be in movies, shows, short films, etc. Not for the fame but rather a sense of an experience and passion. I live in the worst possible place for having this dream because there are no well known actors (that I know of) that are successful actors. The only way possible would be if they moved away. Newfoundland, Canada is not the place to get discovered in an acting career and I’m too young to move away. And by the time I do I feel as if I will be too old because I want to start it as early as possible. I’m 14, so having my whole life ahead of me I probably shouldn’t worry but I really have no idea how to jumpstart my career other than moving away. The only local acting opportunities are for plays, which I would rather be in a film so it stumps me there too. I feel like I have to discard this passion and find something more “practical” because I feel I have no reach to it. It kind of depresses me to think it’s something that I might not be able to do. I feel something with acting more than I have with anything ever.
Roles by lion_bandaid • last post Dec 29th
In television and film, is it possible for an actor to have roles as a male and female? What I mean is that I myself am a girl, but when I dress a certain way and especially when I wear a binder (flattens my chest), it is very easy for me to be mistaken as a male. Many people have told me they thought I was a guy and there was an instance where someone kept asking me if I was a guy because they weren’t sure. I have played a male before in a play for my middle school, but for the future I’m not certain if professional film/television roles allow for someone to portray either gender? If it’s believable, can actors do so?
MFA vs Conservatory? by kazaam545 • last post Dec 28th
I'm really wanting to begin drama school in Fall 2020, and I want to understand the differences in training between the MFA route and a conservatory. I understand that getting an MFA would make me eligible to teach, which I suppose I'd be open to, but my interests really are in becoming a professional actor. So, how is a conservatory different from an MFA? What are the pros and cons of each? What are the schedules of each, and is the curriculum different? Really just looking for as much information as possible to make the best decision I can. Thanks!
What’s a range of compatible side jobs for actors? by lucarom • last post Dec 28th
(Meaning jobs that allow you the time to go for auditions and work with your acting career.)
Do Acting MFA programs teach the different acting techniques? by TheBinarySon • last post Dec 28th
Sorry in advance for the stupid question and the vagueness as well, but I've been up all night looking at stuff online and I've decided to just ask here. I graduated from college in 2010. My school didn't have minors, but if they did I probably got one in acting/theater studies. I've had a long history of doing plays in school before that as well, but LONG STORY SHORT I've had to pursue other things these last 8 years. My goal has always been to be a professional actor, and while I always had natural talent (so I've been told) and excelled in the classes as well, that was all almost a decade ago. Aside from brushing out my old books, notes, etc., and going back through a lot of what I learned about the various techniques, etc., I think it's safe to say that at this point, I need to go back to school after being out of it for so long. I'm unfortunately a few years away from finally getting back on track, but for kicks I stayed up last night looking at MFA Programs at UCSD, UCLA, etc. However, finding specific syllabi for various schools' acting MFA programs was difficult, and what I did find was vague and didn't mention the names I was expecting (Stanislavsky, Chekhov, Hagen, Adler, etc). Do MFA programs teach that stuff, or are you expected to be well versed in all that already?
Moving to Califonia NEED ADVICE URGENTLY by ActorDylanLee • last post Dec 28th
Hello, I am an actor named Dylan Lee. Recently...well I can't even say that. Recently I have been on edge lately. I moved out to California a long time ago from Chicago to do acting. It has been tough. Tough in the ways of: (Settling in to the new family I was with, getting a start, and well... the cost of living.) But I could of done it. But I yet, left and came back to Chicago after a few things went...south. ​ The living arrangement was not easy, I was living on a couch with a friend's family that metaphorically adopted me. The bills were so high I had to turn down the air conditioner or not use it at all. (Im from Chicago...we aren't used to hot weather. (So I'd wake up in a sweat pool every day.) ​ Anyway...I want to go back. Here in Chicago, it's tough for acting. I mean REALLY tough. I thought I'd have a better chance here than there but... I don't know. I remember on a trip back from the beach I was in a uber. And the guy told me "If I couldn't put up with all that, and more-- I can't handle being a "Hollywood" actor. I think he might be right. I want to give it another shot...but Im lost ​ What do i do? How do I start? Is it even worth it? Should I give Chicago another chance? ​ Thanks \-Dylan Lee ​
Iconic scenes actors regret filming by Amanda Toney - Stage 32 Next Level Education • last post Dec 26th
Fun watch: https://youtu.be/yVPjDXnQHvY
[PAID] Need two voice actors for a short animation! by BrookieYT • last post Dec 24th
The voices are needed for two stubborn children. Please send your demos at [awarajk@gmail.com](mailto:awarajk@gmail.com), saying the following lines: ​ "Chicken? Again?" "Can't we get something other than Chicken?" ​ Payments will be done through Steam or PayPal.
HOW VOICE ACTORS CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS! by HanskyleVO • last post Dec 21st
New actor/background by Sean Goodwin • last post Dec 20th
Hey everyone am very new to being a extra iv bin in to tv pilots one made NBC n global but i was just a extra but last weekend this producer gave me my first non speaking acting spot as a cop. I think it very well my question is do you guys have any tips on being a extra like how to get more gigs. Also only one was paid but i figured you put in the times and it will all pay off . Last thing i should mention is i have a full time job so kinda doing this as a hobby with hopes it could be more hopefully this doesnt sound stupid merry Christmas
I am interested in learning how to start an acting career by Theatregeek1011 • last post Dec 20th
I am a 24 year old male Full of personality with no acting experience I am interested in starting a career in acting do I have a chance of becoming an actor
reputable 1-2 year technique programs in LA? by poopface • last post Dec 20th
i did a 1 1/2 year meisner thing at a low key place in NYC with an artsy-fartsy teacher and it was the last time I felt magic with my acting. what good technique programs exist in LA? i wouldn't mind doing another 1-2 year program to really start a...
Could use some advice on a heavy situation by Zephyr40k • last post Dec 19th
Hi folks. New to the Backstage forums and my first post is going to be kinda heavy, my apologies in advance. But I could definitely use some advice and input. I'm in my 40's and 'just getting started.' OK, well not exactly. There is some nuance there. This is my...
Bio Recommendations by Lauren Litt • last post Dec 19th
Hello All! I'm looking for an educational biography to take with me on "winter break" Does anyone have a recommendation? I prefer an actor biography but would also be interested in the production side.
Keeping Momentum Going by Mandie Deaton • last post Dec 19th
Hey all! So I have been acting and modeling mainly in Iowa and am looking to expand. I will travel anywhere for the right project and am extremely versatile in the genres I enjoy. The biggest thing to me is that I do well with offbeat characters.
Going the extra mile by RW10 • last post Dec 19th
I have an agent. What else can I do to increase my chances of getting to know casting directors and auditioning?