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Getting into character techniques by daisyshea  •  last post Sep 7th

I wanted to know you guys techniques for getting into character. I can be in character and do a relatively decent job but I still feel like I have too much awareness of the fact that I’m playing a role and I’m in character. I try to let go and let the character take over but I’m kind of stuck

Did anyone else have to overcome anxiety about doing romantic/sexual scenes with other actors? by foxofthestorybooks  •  last post Sep 7th

I’m doing a scene study class and I was assigned a scene from “The Graduate” with me as Elaine. I wouldn’t describe it as overtly “risqué,” but I realized that having just got out of high school I’ve basically been typecast as silly childlike characters in all the plays I’ve done, and doing a scene with some more mature dialogue with someone I don’t know that well is a thing I have to get used to. I want to get the most out of the class, especially since the more professional world will most likely have me going a lot further than this, and I don’t want to let social anxiety overcome my progression. Does anyone have any tips for not feeling weird being in romantic/sexual scenes?

Friday Craft Discussion - Sep 7 by AutoModerator  •  last post Sep 7th

Use this post to discuss any element of the craft of acting you wish. Have you learned something recently that's worked really well for you? Is there something you've been having trouble with and you need some help? Are you interested in an approach to acting but don't know much about it?

I’m in a class that feels wrong and I want to know if it’s in my head by steeno_  •  last post Sep 6th

I started taking on camera classes for the first time at one of the major on camera studios in LA. I got weird vibes. It wasn’t like scene study class or stage performance, so I chalked it up to that. But the PEOPLE at this studio have a funny attitude. Like they’re better than everyone else. We go around the room every class and share any entertainment news we have made. I told everyone I had a meeting at UTA and they wanna sign me as a comedy writer. Everyone was a fucking asshole to me after that. People just stared at me and then looked at each other like I had just shut on the floor. The entire dynamic changed. When I perform comedy now, nobody laughs, even though, after years of depression & self doubt, I know I am certifiably funny. My teacher has started saying things like “I just don’t think you understand comedic timing!” I’m on a UCB team. I have a degree in comedy performance. I am starting to think these actors are fucked up losers. It might be because I am 24 and they’re jealous of how hard I worked. It might be the fact that I’m a lesbian? I am not sure, but I KNOW i don’t have an attitude in class, I just have an attitude as I’m typing this, cause I’m so sick of this. I don’t think I need this studio anymore. Everything they laugh at in this class of grown ass adults is like disney channel “WHOA!” Slip and fall humor. I am not even joking. Anyways, I want to know if I’m bugging out. Ever since I mentioned UTA they have been fucking assholes and really trying to pinch me.

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Sep 6 by AutoModerator  •  last post Sep 6th

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.

Im aigned to an agency who seems to be doing shady stuff. Am I being scammed? by Oxymoreon  •  last post Sep 6th

So I am signed to a small, local talent agency who does acting and modeling. I have been sign for about 6 months now but I'm debating dropping them because they only seem to want my money but I want the opinions of others first. I am new to the industry so I don't really know how things work. To start with we were required to pay an "orientation fee" upon signing with the agency. We are then required to attend "classes" which we are charged for every month too, and apparently we are required to pay the fee for class even if we do not attend which I refuse to do. Mind you, these classes only focus on acting skills. I have some pretty decent headshots though. We are required to pay for our own booking websites too. With that said, on top of already charging for classes they want us to come to the agency to audition, but they charge by the hour for coaching. I feel like coaching is too late at the audition. Initially, I signed because I wanted to model more so than Act. Unfortunately, I have not received ANY training or a guidance for modeling WHATSOEVER. For perspective, I am 22, 5'7" and my measurements are 36-30-38 which is slightly too big and too short for Runway in my opinion. Likewise, I do not have any pictures for modeling including a modeling headshot and Body Shots which are necessary. upon signing with them initially, I figured that I could get some exposure or at least some good pictures and hopefully work my way up but my clock is ticking. Has anyone else been though this before?

Self-taught novice actor looking for some avenues to gain experience by Ramoach  •  last post Sep 6th

Hi there, I live in London (UK) and have been finding it hard to find castings for indie/student films. I'm just looking for small parts to get my teeth into but I'm lucky if I find a few opportunities per week on backstage. Any recommendations for societies/websites? Much appreciated. Cheers o7

feeling really lost, trying to get some advice... by jessepinkman904  •  last post Sep 6th

i feel like i've hit a brick wall, i'm not really sure how to make progress to break through anymore, it seems like money is really holding me back, or just not having the big time credits yet or my agents may be crappy. i don't really know. can anybody suggest a good coach / mentor in LA? i dont want to put all my personal information on here, but i could really use some help / direction on what to do anymore, i'm just at a loss and it's hard to find somebody that actually cares lol as pathetic as that is

actor advice from the mind of a casting director by rileyelton  •  last post Sep 6th

Hi everyone, I've been a casting director for 5 years and I distilled all of the beautiful wisdom I've learned into a 20 page pamphlet to help out up and coming actors. There's advice on headshots, submitting to roles, how Marlon Brando was able to get so fat for his role in Apocalypse Now, and so much more! If you ever wanted to get inside of the twisted mind of a casting director, here's your chance. Link: http://a.co/d/96ehSIi and here are my credits in case you're worried that I'm a liar - http://hamiltonphillipscasting.com

Everything needed to make DIY self tape studio? by _hiroprotoganist  •  last post Sep 6th

I’m looking to turn my guest room into a Self tape studio and I’m wondering if you all could point me to places online to buy everything I would need? From camera, backdrop, lighting, etc. I’m looking at a budget of around - around $500 for this.

LA Based Actor looking for an agent (how original) by thechickwiththehair  •  last post Sep 6th

Hi friends! I am an actor based out of LA, and I have decided it's high time to hunker down and start applying for representation. But with all of these (for lack of a better word) "rules" and options, I am very overwhelmed to say the least! ​ A bit about me, I have been acting in the "Real World" for about two years (but acting through academic ventures for much longer). I have a few short film credits under my belt, and a heck of a lot of varying theater roles. I am a graduate of a major improv program and perform/write sketch regularly (on a house team from said program), and have a BA in Drama. My strengths are in comedy and musical theater, but I AM NOT PICKY. ​ Where do I start? Where did YOU start? Any advice/tips? Anything would be greatly appreciated! ​ Thank you very much!

Are certain voices more rare than others? by Dracomies  •  last post Sep 5th

Hi there! Just wondering..but are certain voices more rare than others? I have tremendous difficulty finding two types of roles 1. Children Let me elaborate. Not talking about an actress who acts as a child in an anime-style voice but a voice that actually sounds like a real kid. Imho, kids portrayed in anime are NOT how kids sound in real life. But to find a voice that sounds like a real kid. That's pretty damn rare. Got lucky once where the child had an actor parent and was accustomed to acting. ​ 2) Male actor, 55 years++, American accent (not British) Good lord. These actors are so rare. There's always the young and aspiring actor who attempts to act 55 years old (and fails miserably) but to find an actor that ACTUALLY is in that range...is rare..I suppose the reasoning being that most actors eventually retire, etc. But have always struggled finding actors within that range. Common voice types are male, 17 to 24. Seemingly dime a dozen. (dodges tomatoes) Anyone else feel that way? ​

Training VS Experience? Should I audition for and be in shows in my area OR do an intense, promising training program? by BillsRed  •  last post Sep 5th

I just started my junior year of high school. I want to study musical theatre in college (top school: NYU!!). So, for the next two years, I want to do as much outside of school musical theatre as possible to put on my application, while still having time for my APs and school play and whatnot. ​ I have two options. One, I could just audition like crazy for various theatre companies in my area. I live in a small SoCalifornian city, but in regards to the arts we are mighty, especially theatre. There's lots out here. I could audition and do plays at the various places for the next two years. ​ Or, I could do this musical theatre training program based at a high school near mine. It's everyday for a few hours after school. Every teacher is/was a Broadway professional. There's also a performance group and a master level of classes I would audition for. Also, this program still puts on shows. Rehearsals for those take up even more time however, so I might just stick with the classes. But yes, this program has acting, music, dancing classes, as well as other things about other aspects of musical theatre. It's like a whole school/university just for musical theatre. And it's free! Some alum have gone to NYU and/or have performed off/on Broadway. One of the founder's students even won a Tony recently. ​ So yeah, that's my situation. I could either just focus on being in various productions around my area with people of all ages and backgrounds, or focus on going to the training program with fellow high school students and Broadway pros. I'm confidant in my singing abilities, slightly-less-confidant-but-still confidant in my acting abilities, but I'm pretty inexperienced when it comes to dancing. I already have a private vocal coach. But I think I could really benefit from the dance classes at the musical theatre training program. ​ Both options take up a lot of time, and due to my heavy course load and extracurriculars with drama and choir and band, I don't think taking both is a good idea, hence why I would be hesitant yet willing to audition for shows at the training program. ​ That's it. What do y'all think? What should I do? What's the best for me as a performer, me as a future college applicant, and me as a (hopefully) future musical theatre actor on Broadway? ​ Tl;dr Should I audition for and be in various shows around my area, where my chances of getting ensemble are more likely than roles, but am working with a group of people who's sole focus is putting on a show ---OR--- audition to be a part of an amazing musical theatre training program for high school students only taught by Broadway pros, who also do shows throughout the year, working with a group of people who's soul focus is to provide Broadway with its next generation? (I've heard average reviews of the program's shows, but the opportunities and classes and teachers are supposed to be hardcore and excellent). ​ PS The program goes to NYC every year for some off-Broadway masterclasses and to see Broadway shows, which is nice. They also have a hefty alumni network. Also, I guess a way to look at it is I could also be in shows no matter where I am living, but I won't be able to do this program once I graduate high school.

How "ACTOR TRADE" Can Transform your Self Tape Auditions by Augmented-Actor  •  last post Sep 5th