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GETTING A GREAT HEADSHOT by Winniehiller • last post Jul 23rd
I’ve been sharing some advice here for beginning actors. I am an acting coach in LA for a celebrity every day on set of a tv series (for the past 9 years), as well as private teacher for a few unknown hopefuls on the weekends, recommended by agents and CDs. I started as an actress, studied in NY and taught in NYC and now Hollywood for the past 30 years. Lately I have been commenting on some posts here about headshots and how to get a good one. I thought I should should share this info with everyone. Headshots are important. Often they are the deciding factor in whether you are called in to meet an agent or CD or not. Back in the day of hard copy photo submissions, I have watched a major casting director go through a huge stack of photos on her desk. She gave each picture about a 2 second glance. When I asked her what she was looking for, she said, “They need to speak to me...talk to me with their eyes. They’ve got to say something!” Now, the digital form of your picture could get even less time. It needs to reach out and grab the observer. You’ve also got to show how you could be cast...give them an idea of who you are...what kind of roles you should be considered for. So...you should have several different photos with a variety of looks. But only what you could really play. No reason to look like something you are not. When they see you in person, they should be able to easily recognize you. I see quite a few people asking about what they should wear for their photo shoot. They also want to know what they should do if they hate having pictures taking. So many people feel they are “unphotogenic”. That’s the first thing they need to get over. What you think is what you are. And the camera always picks up on what you are thinking. Actually, taking still photos is no different than film or video if you are doing what you should be able to do best...act. That means you need to be thinking the thoughts of the character you want to exude. Look into the camera and talk to it with your mind. If you want to smile, look into the lens and see a dear friend you didn’t expect to see. React and think, “I’m so happy to see you!” If you want to look vulnerable, see someone who threatens you and say in your mind “Please don’t hurt me!” If you want to look strong, see someone in trouble and think, “Don’t worry, I can handle this.” Whatever you want to say in the photo, you must actually think in a sentence. Let the emotion begin in your heart and mind...shoot the words out of your eyes and send them into the camera lens. Think about the kinds of roles who are likely to be cast as. Pick out some outfits that suggest these characters. Do not wear costumes. Just give the feel for what you are going for. Don’t wear anything with wild patterns to distract from your face and eyes. Then follow the instructions above. What is each of your characters saying and to whom? The camera becomes your acting partner. Talk to him or her...not with your mouth but with your eyes, your heart, your mind. Having your picture taken is just another place to do what you love. ACT. Be in the moment. Chase your fearful and self-conscious thoughts out of your mind by filling your head with the thoughts of your character. Leave no room for anything else. This is something you should strive for whenever you are acting. Getting your headshots taken is no different than any other acting job. And there is no reason to get those pictures taken unless acting is what you love more than anything else. Go...have fun!
Service where agents/managers/casting directors give feedback on your website? by rrichardjames • last post Jul 23rd
I’ve been acting for 4-5 years, I’m on a gig right now, and I’m trying to double down on getting some representation when I return to NYC. I’m looking for place where I can pay to get some professional feedback on my website. I’m primarily an actor but I do a lot of other stuff. Anyone know a good, trustworthy, non scammy service? [heres the site](www.ethancrystal.com)
MFA Auditions by TomBombomb • last post Jul 23rd
Hey folks, I did an AMA on MFA auditions last year and it got some good responses. I'm down to do another one this year if folks are interested. I know we're in mid-summer, but now was the time I started thinking about auditioning, so if you have any questions about the process, lemme know and I'll do my best to answer.
YOURSELF - YOUR CHARACTER by Winniehiller • last post Jul 22nd
“Just be yourself”. Has anyone ever said this to you after you auditioned or did a scene in class? I am an acting coach in Hollywood and help actors prepare for their auditions for film and TV roles. Often my new beginning students tell me they hear this phrase from directors or casting directors: “Relax, honey...just be yourself!” It’s actually a terrible thing to say to an actor who is auditioning. Why? First of all, their goal was to be their character...not “themselves”. What they were actually being told is that they looked tense...self-conscious - which IS exactly “themselves” at that moment. So...they ARE being themselves!!! If he wants them to be themselves, he obviously wants a different one...a more relaxed one. As an actor, your goal is to “become” your character, but of course you need to access yourself as well. You are what you’ve got to work with. You are the instrument you have to play. But there isn’t only one “you”. So if someone asks you to “Be yourself” the correct response is “Which one?” (Don’t actually say that. They’ll think you are being a smart ass) But the truth of the matter is, we are all a little bit different with each person that we know...every environment, every situation. The secret is deciding which “you” to access. You can’t be them all at once. You have to be one specific “you”...the one that most closely resembles your character in that specific situation...with that specific person. Think about it. You are a different “you” when you are alone with each one of your parents. Each friend you have brings out different qualities and personality traits in you when you are with them. Some people make you feel funny and everything that comes out of your mouth is hilarious when you are with them. Some people make you feel stupid and you can’t seem to do anything right when they are around. Different people can trigger all kinds of reactions that create different personae within you to emerge. The same holds with different environments. You are a different “you” in your bedroom than you are in your kitchen...a different “you” when you are in the hallway at school than when you enter the classroom. A different “you” when you are in a casting director’s office, auditioning, than when you are having fun with friends. But what does this have to do with playing an acting role? It’s all about finding your own truth within your character. When you are acting, whether it is in an audition or a performance on stage or screen, you are faced with a dilemma....a new script. Let’s say you are playing the role of Sandra who is having a conversation with a character named Jane who is being played by an actress named Rita. You don’t know Sandra, Jane or Rita. How in the heck can you know how to act? Well, hopefully you’ve had the chance to read over enough of the script to understand the relationship between Sandra and Jane. You discover that Jane is a beautiful woman that has been flirting with Sandra’s boyfriend. Now you are going to be playing the role of Sandra, so you are going to think to yourself...”Have I ever had a situation like this in my own life?” You remember a woman named Ellie. A few years ago at work, you were sure she was trying to make you look bad to your boss. She was after your job...flirting with him...setting you up to fail. It’s not the exact situation...but it is similar. You can use it! So as you are reading your lines with Rita you start thinking that she is Ellie. You imagine you are looking into Ellie’s face. She makes you feel the way Ellie made you feel. You use the words in the script to get Ellie to back off...to tell her that you are on to her. Now you know more about how to play your character because you know which “you” is similar to her. Sandra is like the person Ellie brings out in you. Even when you must play someone very different from you, you must find yourself within the character. Let’s say you are playing a cheerleader’s mother who is murdering her competition on the squad. You would never really do this (hopefully). But there is some circumstance in which you would murder. Perhaps if your child was being attacked. So...for your “Cheermom”, her child losing her position on the cheerleading squad is equal to you saving the life of your own child. Now, even though the circumstances are very different, you know which “you” to play. It is “as if” you were saving the life of your loved one. In a way, as actors, we are always “playing ourselves”. We can’t actually “become” someone else. But we can relate to our character’s relationship with the other characters and the situation they are faced with in the scene. It’s one more way to “get into the head” of our character. Think like them. Respond like them. And relationship is one of the most important aspects of any performance. What if you are acting alone? If you are looking into a camera to do a commercial, which “you” are you going to be? You get to choose by deciding which friend, coworker or family member you are going to imagine that the camera is. Do you want to be relaxed, loving, helpful....or firm, authoritative, and demanding? Maybe you want to be funny and charming. Instead of just trying to be those things, choose the person who brings those qualities out in you. When you look into the camera, you are looking into their eyes. You see their smile. You respond to their questioning faces. They will bring out the “you” that is needed. I believe we can use just about every acting technique in real life, and this is no exception. You know how nervous you get when you have a big job interview, audition or a promising date? Your friends tell you to “Just be yourself”. But you ARE “being yourself” even if you are hyperventilating and about to throw up. You need a different “self” in this particular circumstance. So instead of seeing a potential boss, CD or love interest who is judging you, perhaps you can imagine that you are meeting a friend of a close friend who is new in town. You want to make this person feel at home and welcome in a new place. Instead of an interview, audition or date, the meeting turns into a warm “get together” in which you are the host. You put them at ease. You already have a lot in common. There is no reason to be nervous. You are a completely different you...a you that will get a much better response...but nevertheless, YOU. YOU are not just one person. You have a wealth of characters you carry around with you all the time and are at your service when needed. One of them has lots in common with the character you must play....either in a performance or in everyday life. It’s all a matter of choosing which one.
Serious Acting Education for Beginners? by DreamingHollywood • last post Jul 22nd
Dear people of Reddit! Please, forgive my bad grammar, English is not my native language. Obviously since I'm writing here I'm also an aspiring actress. I'm 21F from Europe and have been wanting to become an actress since I was a kid, however, coming from a small town there were literally never any auditions. I dropped out of college because it prevents me from following my real dream, acting. I really don't see myself doing anything but acting. It makes me depressed because actresses my age started like 5 years ago already. I feel like I'm out of time. I don't think I'm Oscar-worthy but I also would not say I'm a bad actress considering that mini experiences I had. That's why I would like to get some training that will eventually get me somewhere. Now I know I'm considered old in acting business but I'm also the youngest I will ever be right now and I don't want to give up. I really want to know what kind of education should I get. I was thinking BFA Acting but by the time I graduate I'll be too old to begin the business (source: [https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/8woike/do\_you\_need\_a\_degree\_in\_theater\_arts/](https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/8woike/do_you_need_a_degree_in_theater_arts/) ) . I don't want to do theater. I want to do film and TV. I am also ready to improve my English since in Europe it's very hard to get anywhere. Any good and affordable international schools in the U.S.A.? Do 1 year acting conservatoires help acting career? I was thinking the ones where you get to be included productions too and get IMDb credits. I would like to get some lessons in Hollywood or L.A., but not being U.S. citizen I only can choose this many schools. Also the situation is hard because I will not be allowed to work during student visa, except if the work relates to my studies and acting schools are expensive. I definitely don't plan on doing hobby-only schools Also, how can I get the IMDb credits soon? How can I meet and befriend filmmakers because that's the only way you can get somewhere as an actor in Europe. As for fellow Europeans, is there any platform equivalent to backstage.com? Not that I expect becoming an A-list actor but I want to be able to become a working actress. I would appreciate answers. I even look more forward to private messaging where you can exchange your thoughts and experience to me. I will answer back in a day. NO TROLLS PLEASE!!!
Jeff Seymour, 'The Real Life Actor' by brodiewilko • last post Jul 22nd
I've been listening to some episodes of his podcast recently, and would love to hear what people on this subreddit have taken away from his philosophy, and if it has assisted anyone in landing auditions & roles.
Actors personalities and roles. by AlexGuard • last post Jul 22nd
To me it's kinda common to se famous actors always have the same kind of roles in movies. "Always the bad guy, good guy and so on". Why do you think this is? Is it cause they have a look that suits that kind of role? or is it because it's similar to how they are in real life so they are REALLY good at making it real? Give me your toughts :)
Any actors in Oxford, UK? by GirthyAlpaca • last post Jul 22nd
I’m looking to start acting in Oxford and would be open to suggestions of what the community is like in the city and if it’s a good idea? I’m going to start working there soon so I’d like to start learning the craft in my spare time as it’s something I’ve always told myself I never had time for. Thank you :)
Americans Studying Abroad by YoloSwaggins1147 • last post Jul 22nd
Hello, I'm about to enter my last year for my theatre degree, I went to a university at first but transferred to a community college after I couldn't afford it anymore. About to finish the second year for my associate's in theatre and I was thinking of studying at a drama school or academy instead of going back to my old school. I'm right outside of NY/NJ so I was thinking NYC schools first but then I discovered the BADA Midsummer Program. BADA is the British American Drama Academy in London, summer program in Oxford. My grandfather left Liverpool for New York in 1944 and I was raised in a British lifestyle (to the point I picked British English over American English) and I've always wanted to see the motherland and it's a little less expensive than New York (surprisingly)! Does anyone have any tips for American theatre schools that want to study abroad in the UK? I've been looking online and I see there's a huge crowd that says this is a terrible idea as many British actors come to the US for better work. I don't plan on making my living in London, but I'd love to experience the culture and learn there.
Self Taping Alone by worstoystersever • last post Jul 21st
Hey everyone, So I recently moved to a new region of the country and got representation. Thing is, I don't know anyone here. Also I'm not in a city that has many actors. I just got a self tape request for a commercial and I wont need a reader for this one but they do need me to slate and then zoom out to a full body shot and profiles and then zoom back in for the actual read. Does anyone have any advice on how to do that camera work without anyone to work the camera? Anyone have any advice for doing self tapes alone and without a reader? As a fairly anti social guy I really hate the idea of having to have someone else to help me audition all the time.
Student Films by yatlor • last post Jul 21st
Hi! I'm a recent highschool graduate from San Diego, and need to get more film credits onto my resume. I was considering emailing my information (Headshot, Resume) to the film departments of SDSU, UCSD, and USD so that they'd have me on file in case they need an actor in the future. Has anyone done this before? I know there's a big chance i'd get nothing out of it, but it'd be cool to work on projects with artists in my community. I'm just looking for opinions!
ACTING - LESSON #1 by Winniehiller • last post Jul 21st
I’m a Hollywood acting coach who works with both celebrities and newcomers. Since agents and casting directors often send me their completely inexperienced “discoveries”, to prepare them for an important audition, I often need to give them a lifetime of advice in an hour or two before an event that could change their lives. It isn’t easy, but more than once, these fresh off a plane from a little town, non-actors, have succeeded after our sessions. It’s not ideal but so much better than nothing. And after they book the role they must continue their lessons. Studying acting is a lifetime process of always striving to be better. But watching YouTube college performances and after joining Reddit a couple weeks ago, I am seeing self-tapped videos that seem to lack evidence of even the most minimal training. They claim to be in class, but don’t know even the most basic of acting concepts. I want to be able to help them in some way. So I want to start from the very beginning...a thorough examination of what acting is...how it is different than simply reading or reciting lines. It is something all together different...an art form. A truly magical one. I think there are aspects of acting that can be beneficial for all people...even those who will never be performers. Acting requires deep self-knowledge and an understanding of what makes people tick (especially ourselves). Who wouldn’t benefit from that? So I’m working on writing a book for people who act. Which means it’s a book for everyone. Maybe you’ve been doing theater, TV and film for decades. Or you could be a beginner. Maybe you’ve never even read a script and have no intention of ever being a professional thespian. No matter which you are, you act. You’ve been acting your whole life, whether you know it or not. The following is just the introduction to that concept. What will follow in future posts is everything I teach newcomers when they are thrust into a professional situation. But I think anyone will benefit. Let’s look at the word “ACT”. What does the word mean? Let’s imagine you tell someone you were doing something and they ask you, “Did you complete the act?” What do they mean? Most likely they want to know if you finished what you were doing. You were in pursuit of a goal. You wanted something and that desire set you into ACTion. You either accomplished it or not. It is a focused and diligent attempt to DO SOMETHING. So acting is to be in pursuit of a goal. Accomplishing a goal might take strength and physical effort. It might take getting other people involved to help you. You may need to speak to people...try to persuade them to come around to your way of thinking. People and circumstances will oppose you, so you will try different means of convincing them to be on your side. When you really want something, you will do whatever it takes to get it. That’s acting. And it’s not pretending to do something. It’s actually doing it. Sometimes we say we want something but we don’t ACT like we do. We won’t do whatever it takes to get it. That’s because we don’t really want it. We want something else, more. For instance, we might say we want to study for an upcoming important test. The plan is to buckle down and hit the books. But what we really want is to avoid studying. We begin to try to convince ourselves and others that it is alright to procrastinate. We are going to get started soon...and we will do better after we’ve watched a little TV. We might employ more tactics to NOT study than to study. Avoidance is actually a pursuit. Either way we are trying to get something. We are ACTING. The point I’m trying to make is that for as long as we are alive, we are always acting. We always want something. We are always trying to get it. As soon as we complete one goal, we have another. Even when we are sleeping we are in pursuit of getting the rest we need so we can wake up ready to go out and accomplish more stuff. So you see, no one lacks any experience at acting. We do it womb to tomb. It is when you must do it on stage or in front of a camera when the real artistry is required. Some people think of acting as playing a character. If that is your definition, my argument holds. Everyone is an actor. Everyone has some kind of character. Everyone plays different roles. Sometimes you play the part of a parent. Sometimes a boss. You play the lover and the villain...the hero and the victim. The only difference between you and the greatest actors who have ever lived, is that they have the skills to do what you do naturally, ON CUE. They can take on someone else’s desires and go to work at achieving them with someone else’s words. It isn’t easy, which is why most people are pretty bad at it when they first try. They, in most cases, are only reading the words...reciting the lines. They are not going after anything. They are not using their words for a purpose, so they are ineffective. But sometimes the character we play in real life is ineffective. At some point everyone has had the experience of being too shy, too frightened or lacked the confidence or determination to achieve their goals. They needed a different character to get the job done. In that case, wouldn’t it benefit everyone to learn to employ one during these times...to have the character that could do what needs to be done? Many acting classes spend so much time trying to help the students to “be free”...to break through their blocks and barriers. Beginning students often become so obsessed with it that it becomes their objective in the scene rather than becoming absorbed in their character’s goal. And when your goal is “to be free” it assumes the condition of entrapment. No wonder they appear to be struggling. Get into your character’s mind...go after their desires and goals and you will have no room for your own self-limiting thoughts. This is true freedom as an actor. Just DO!!! So I plan to write this book for all you actors, whether you confine your performances to the real world or delve into the fantasy world of stage and screen. There is so much more, so stay tuned. I’ll be sharing some of it here and on my FB page, so follow me if you are interested. Shakespeare tells us “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players”. Guess we all might as well learn to act.
“JUST BE YOURSELF” by Winniehiller • last post Jul 21st
I am an acting coach in Hollywood and help actors prepare for their auditions for film and TV roles, and my students tell me they hear this phrase from directors all the time, Quite frankly, it is the worse thing they can possibly say. “Relax, honey...just be yourself!” It makes me tense just reading it and I bet it does the same thing to you. Why? The answer is very simple... First of all, your goal was to be your character...not “yourself”. I understand that what you are being told is that you look tense...self-conscious - which IS exactly “yourself” at that moment. So...You ARE being yourself!!! If he wants you to be yourself, he obviously wants a different one...a more relaxed one. But you see, there isn’t only one “you”. So the correct response to that direction is “Which one?” (But don’t actually say that. He’ll think you are being a smart ass) But the truth of the matter is, we are all a little bit different with each person that we know...every environment, every situation. The secret is deciding which “you” to be. You can’t be them all at once. You have to be one specific “you”...the one that most closely resembles your character in that specific situation...with that specific person. What do I mean by “different you’s”. Well, as a child, you knew if you wanted something from your mother you would go about it a little differently than if you wanted something from your father. You were a different “you” with each of them. Each friend you have brings out different qualities and personality traits in you when you are with them. Some people make you feel funny and everything that comes out of your mouth is hilarious when you are with them. Some people make you feel stupid and you can’t seem to do anything right when they are around. Different people can trigger all kinds of reactions that create different personae within you to emerge. The same holds with different environments. You are a different you in your bedroom than you are in your kitchen...a different you when you are in the hallway at school than when you enter the classroom. A different you when you are in a casting director’s office, auditioning, than when you are having fun with friends. When you are acting, whether it is in an audition or a performance on stage or screen, you are faced with a dilemma. Let’s say you are playing the role of Sandra who is having a conversation with a character named Jane who is being played by an actress named Rita. You don’t know Sandra, Jane or Rita. How in the heck can you “just be yourself” and which “you” should you be? Well, hopefully you’ve had the chance to read over enough of the script to understand the relationship between Sandra and Jane. You discover that Jane is a beautiful woman that has been flirting with Sandra’s boyfriend. Now you are going to be playing the role of Sandra, so you are going to think to yourself...”Have I ever had a situation like this in my own life?” You remember a woman named Ellie. A few years ago at work, you were sure was trying to make you look bad to your boss. She was after your job...flirting with him...setting you up to fail. It’s not the exact situation...but it is similar. You can use it! So as you are reading your lines with Rita you start thinking that she is Ellie. You imagine you are looking into Ellie’s face. She makes you feel the way Ellie made you feel. You use the words in the script to get Ellie to back off...to tell her that you are on to her. Now you know which “you” to be. You are the person Ellie brings out in you. Even when you must play someone very different from you, you must find yourself within the character. Let’s say you are playing a cheerleader’s mother who is murdering her competition on the squad. You would never do this (hopefully). But there is some circumstance in which you would murder. Perhaps if your child was being attacked. So...for your character, her child losing her position on the cheerleading squad is equal to you witnessing a life threatening attack on your own child. You know which “you” you must play. It is “as if” you were saving the life of your loved one. In a way, as actors, we are always “playing ourselves”. We can’t actually “become” someone else. But we can relate to our character’s relationship with the other characters and the situation they are faced with in the scene. It’s one more way to “get into the head” of our character. Think like them. Respond like them. And relationship is one of the most important aspects of any performance. What if you are acting alone? If you are looking into a camera to do a commercial, which “you” are you going to be? You get to choose by deciding which friend or family member you are going to imagine that the camera is. Do you want to be relaxed, loving, helpful....or firm, authoritative, and demanding? Maybe you want to be funny and charming. Instead of just trying to be those things, choose the person who brings those qualities out in you. When you look into the camera, you are looking into their eyes. You see their smile. They bring out the “you” that is needed. I believe we can use just about every acting technique in real life, and this is no exception. You know how nervous you get when you have a big job interview or a promising date? Your friends tell you to “Just be yourself”. But you ARE “being yourself” even if you are hyperventilating and about to throw up. You just want to be able to be a different “self” in this particular circumstance. So instead of seeing a potential boss or love interest who is judging you, perhaps you can imagine that you are meeting a friend of a close friend who is new in town. You want to make this person feel at home and welcome in a new place. Instead of an interview or date, the meeting turns into a warm “get together” in which you are the host. You put them at ease. You already have a lot in common. There is no reason to be nervous. You are a completely different you...a you that will get a much better response...but nevertheless, YOU. YOU are not just one person. You have a wealth of characters you carry around with you all the time and are at your service when needed. It’s all a matter of choosing which one. And when you find the right triggers for bringing them out...you only need to do one thing. “Just be yourself!” If you have questions, please feel free to ask in the comments below. ❤️
I got humiliated at a casting workshop by the casting director. I see this CD again next week. by mockmejay • last post Jul 21st
So I got roasted nasty. In front of other people too. But things are not always as they seem and I know he was being over dramatic and trying to hurt my self esteem and my belief in myself. I’m a LA actor in NY for the summer and I signed up for a casting workshop. I performed, I was not able to stand up how i practiced it, bc they said I had to be sitting, so I couldn’t show some of them physicality I wanted to show that would of added to the comedy. I saw the tape and I had good acting, it was not bad, I will admit I could of hit some points harder but it wasn’t terrible how it was set out to be. He was specific with criticism to everyone else, telling them specifically what was wrong, for example telling them that they are indicating, ending up how they started, not having thoughts, etc. and after I finished he tells me that 1. It was not the right scene for me, 2.that I am not funny. 3. I am never going to become a lead man in comedy. The reader was just starring at the floor...and everyone was watching. I felt bullied. He then told me he didn’t want to see it again, which is probably wrong of him bc these workshops are for “educational purposes only”. He didn’t educate me at all. To others he did. I don’t have a big resume but I do have talent. I don’t have any theatre nor went to a university but I learned at well known studios. I’m glad this isn’t my first CD workshop or else I would of been really self conflicted, but I’ve met other CD’s that think I’m funny and talented. He mentioned he went to college for acting and then “decided he didn’t want to do it anymore” aka he probably gave up. He’s not even a CD he’s a casting associate. I’m trying to not let this get to me bc I know my worth. And other people in their SUCKED. The person before me did nothing but indicate and when he gave me my criticism he couldn’t even tell me why he said what he said, and I should of asked but I was just in shock. Nobody has ever told me I’m not funny lol comedy is my shit. It could have been funnier tho ngl but it wasn’t as bad as he set it out to be. I also have good look too w/o trying to sound conceited, not a lot of my resume but like I said I have chops. Next time I’m not going to show my resume until after, at least while I’m in NYC. I have to see him again since it’s a 2 week workshop. I hope I’ll be able to block this negativity out and concentrate. It doesn’t matter if he doesn’t like me right??? I should just go in and say fuck it and not give a shit. I feel like he’s going to try to humiliate me again, anything to hurt my self esteem and self belief.
Based in SF for the time being, wondering what the best website for film/TV/commercials is in the Bay Area by lanoyle • last post Jul 21st
For the time being, I'm working in the tech industry, but want to build my reel and keep my acting muscle going. My background is in theater--I studied theater in undergrad and did a program at a well-known theater company in SF, and have acted in a few Bay Area theater productions. I have a subscription to Theatre Bay Area, which has helped me find these roles. Since I started working full time, I realized that the theater rehearsal process isn't one I find compatible with my lifestyle. In your experience, what has been your most valuable site for camera acting if you had to choose one? Actors Access? Casting Networks? Backstage? Something else? Is it reasonable for me to sign up for any of these sites given my full-time work? My schedule is set, but somewhat flexible.
Staring down the side of the camera when feeling emotion by Idobjj • last post Jul 21st
Is this a yes or a no? I never seen major motion picture actors do this they usually just look dead on. I'm always curious if this is bad during an audition or not.
Ideal schooling for an actor by Supermario12323 • last post Jul 21st
If you had the option to either take acting classes in an acting school or a university, which one would you do? Which route do beginning actors or people still learning take do get everything they can out of schools? I ask because I'm going to college soon and I'm not sure if I should go to college for acting and get a degree in it or if I should take acting classes and go to college for filmmaking instead.
How do you create your own content? by actingstarterpack • last post Jul 21st
Hi everyone, how did you create your own content. Is it all volunteer based? If so,wouldnt the quality be poor? Ive seen some good films created by actors in my community and have messaged them . It seems most DOP or editors charge a fee, so how do you get around this (especially those who created their own content before)?
Help me understand why people ask, "Am I too old to be an actor?" by WordAndCopySayer • last post Jul 20th
Some form of this question is asked here very often. I've seen people in their teens ask if they're too old to start, which seems crazy to me but I guess it's all in your perspective. If you're worried about possibly being too old to begin training or pursuing acting as a career, what's your greatest concern? That you're going to put X number of years in and not "make it"? That there will be too many actors your age who are ahead of you career wise? Does it have to do with your goals? Like, there won't be enough time to do whatever it is you want to do (lead a film franchise, be a series reg, win a Tony, etc.)? Help me understand all the age-related anxiety.