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My 48 hour video by Cindy Myskiw • last post Mar 27th
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Which strip club scene should we do for a play/production? by Any_Sir • last post Mar 27th
I'm directing a play/theater production at my college and have run into a dilemma. The play requires a scene showing a strip club...it doesn't matter which, but it either has to be a male strip club or a female strip club. That means either a group of male actors is going to have to be in their boxers or a group of female actresses will have to be in bra and panties. It has to be one or the other, but I can't decide which would be best. The actors and actresses are pretty evenly split...with the guys wanting a female strip club scene and the girls wanting a male strip club scene. Some are arguing that a female strip club scene should be picked since it's the most common and the audience will probably be more comfortable with it. But others argue that it would be better to make the male actors strip down instead, that way the girls can keep their clothes on since women are usually more modest about their bodies. What do you think? If you were in my position and could only pick one...which would you pick? And why?
Catholic actress!?!? (Plus happy International Theatre Day!) by nhoka • last post Mar 27th
We’re in the most important week of the year for all Christians. And this year #internationaltheatreday falls right on it. 2 very important parts of my life. 2 very strong defining characteristics of my self and my life. And I just wanted to know, for any other “religious” people out there (catholic or not!) how do you match these 2 together? What are your most difficult things to juggle, to accept, and what experiences (good, bad, funny, hilarious, incredible, stereotypical, etc) have you had because of being a believer who is also an artist? I feel like sharing and knowing we’re not the only ones feeling/going through things is a massive help! So, thank youuuu!
What is the biggest role you've auditioned for and how did you come by it. by EssamLofty • last post Mar 27th
Biggest role may refer to a major, well known character or a role where you'd be the lead or supporting actor for a major film/tv show.
Did you read the sidebar and FAQ? yes i did you jerk. i'm looking to hire someone/someones to act in and film a low budget commercial. by dustinsredditaccount • last post Mar 27th
i invented a silly product and i want to create a commercial to showcase it. i'm looking for people that are funny, creative, and affordable. i don't have a specific age/gender/body type for the actors/actresses that i'm looking for. i would be happy with giving up quite a bit of creative control for the commercial. i'm not even sure what is fair compensation, so let me know and we'll see what works
Interesting Laban experiences? by nebthenarwhal • last post Mar 27th
Hey y’all, a technique I’ve had some training in is Laban. It’s been very useful to me as an actor that can have trouble with emotional availability, and it’s pretty diversely applicable. I’ve used it in Chekhov, Modern plays, and most recently a Shakespeare showcase here in LA. Just looking to foster a nice discussion about this particular technique.
Resume questions: The Black Mark by warboss5 • last post Mar 26th
Hey all, this question is specific, but the general gist is: should some work be left off your resume even if it means empty space because it will actively turn casting directors away from you? More specifically: I've done a couple of jobs for Golden Era Productions, aka Scientology, but...
Advice on Crying on Cue by HoneyBeauBeau • last post Mar 26th
Right now I am in a production that involves my character weeping over the dead body of another. The director told me to take myself emotionally somewhere that would cause me to naturally react in that way during the scene. Yesterday, when performing the scene, I think I may have went too far. I don’t even know what I was thinking, I just put myself into a state of total despair, but by that point it wasn’t acting. I was still in such a distressed emotional state by the time the director told us to end the scene. The actor who was playin dead had to console me; I was so emotionally distraught. The director told me to do exactly that every show that we perform, but I seriously think it’s too dangerous to that to myself mentally. Is this normal? Should I talk to the director about this? Do I not follow his advice?
How exactly would you deal with another actor who is dismissive and even passive agressive towards you? by papamajada • last post Mar 26th
I'm acting on camera for the first time on a very amateur student short film, I accepted because I wanted to get the experience. The actress playing the main role was nice but somewhat aloof, I didn't think much about it until we talked about our acting experience and she implied I wouldn't be as good her because she has better training (but remained vague about it) had already more success despite being younger because she had been an extra on a few commercials and stated in front of the crew that my training was bad. When I asked about the private coach she had been bragging about she dismissed me, saying that her coach only wanted "serious actors with potential, it's not for everyone". Filming is almost over and we have not had another conversation regarding our acting experience, she went back to being cold but nice enough. I used to be quite insecure in the past but I have been getting more confident with time so I was able to laugh this off as just an unpleasant incident and that her attitude isn't my problem to solve. But I realized that if I continue pursuing acting, chances are I will encounter people with attitudes like this or even worse. So my question is, how do I deal with this kind of attitude in a professional manner? I don't want to get in arguments or get bad blood with anyone because it's not beneficial for my goals or dreams.
The 8 Characters of Comedy by saintjerkm • last post Mar 26th
Hey all! I've been watching some videos featuring Scott Sedita, an acting coach and author out of California. He's coached many actors in sitcom and comedy television including Matt LeBlanc (Joey from Friends). He released a book called "The 8 Characters of Comedy" and I've been watching his breakdown of the characters here ( https://vimeo.com/46944068 ). I was just wondering if anyone here had any other kind of advice on acting in sitcom and in comedy (not really my strong suit) in terms of developing character, what to look for in a script, and how to "be funny" while also being honest and truthful within the scene. THANKS!
How to get reps as an actor? by CharlieCleanShave • last post Mar 26th
Stand ups and improvisers can get on stage every night and do a show but actors have to prepare more and shows don't seem as immediate. Auditions? Classes? Small theater?
A million apologies if this is misplaced; what if I don’t want to be an actor but want to take acting classes? Do those exist? by Death_Star_ • last post Mar 26th
First off, I have the utmost respect for actors; it’s a tough craft and it looks easy until it’s painfully obvious someone that someone can’t act. Why do I want to take acting classes? I moonlight as a writer, and I’ve heard anecdotes of acting classes helping them with characterization and the rhythm of dialogue. I don’t live far from LA but all the classes around seem to be for those looking to become professional actors. I am just looked by for the equivalent of cooking classes to help me cook better, not to become a chef. Any ideas what terms and key words I should search for and/or where to go? I always thought, “take classes at your local community college,” but I can’t find any. Thanks in advance. Best of luck to all of you.
Cruise Line? by theeverydayingenue • last post Mar 26th
Hi, everyone! I’m a musical theatre actress primarily and I have several professional roles under my name. I wanted to take a break from teaching in order to work on the Disney Cruise in youth activities, but I was encouraged to audition for the shows per a friend of mine. My question is will 25 be too old to work for Disney? And I do not have a degree in musical theatre but I do have training. I’m worried that will hurt me when I audition. Any tips and tricks and insight into ship life is welcomed and appreciated :)
Actors who have moved to Toronto/Vancouver/NY/LA- at what point in your career did you relocate? by danikabananika • last post Mar 26th
I'm still pretty new to acting- I've been doing this for less than a year. Where I live, I have a really well paying, flexible job, there is far less "competition" here (I hate that notion, I just mean there are fewer actors in my category) and a relatively large number of projects. Eventually I'm wanting to relocate to Vancouver, but the plan was not to do so until I had a bigger resume which could be a few years. My circumstances have changed and there is a possibility of moving there at the end of this year. My agent is in Vancouver. I'm concerned that that could be too soon for someone who's as green as I am.
Acting With No Money by karinakamble • last post Mar 25th
Hello, I'm an aspiring actor and I live in Los Angeles. I'm still in high school and I do online school so I have a lot of time on my hands. I really want to get into acting classes and get some experience. I'm not the theatre type so I don't really like getting into that stuff. I wanted to get help from more experienced actors. My parents struggle a lot financially and acting classes are VERY expensive. Anyone know any affordable acting classes or possibly free ones?
What was the main motivation or reason you became an actor? by cdg110 • last post Mar 25th
Was it a childhood dream of starring on tv or film? Or a tradition in your family? I'm curious.
I feel like this might be a scam by Nativedavid33 • last post Mar 25th
I have no idea if it's a scam or not. They claim to be a talent agency in the seattle/spokane area knows as MAM or Mitchell Actors and Models. I can't find anything wrong so far, which is what really freaks me out. I am not trustworthy of the internet at all and I want help in identifying a scam or not. They say they are a SAG-AFTRA affiliated agency. The clients seem to check out so far, but I haven't found mention of this specific company. All feature films they say they have cast have all taken place in areas near the office, yet something tells me it might be a scam. I have no idea. Maybe I'm just so used to getting scammed that I am not trusting my only opportunity. The website is here for anyone who wants to try and find something wrong with it. http://www.wearemam.com/
How do child actors become actors at such an early age? by Arsamesesgey • last post Mar 25th
Like how do they succeed? They dont even have much experience. While adults are struggling to even get discovered... life is fucking cruel
ACTRA/Equity's Influence on the Canadian Market by coreycmalone • last post Mar 25th
I'll be heading back to Canada shortly and focusing on my career there. I started professionally in the UK so I'm not so well versed in how influential the actors unions are in Canada. I have some proper experience on set, but I'm not ready to unionize. Is it mainly that union actors have first pick of the roles? How screwed am I if I don't join right off the bat?
Student actor, rejected from production directed by friends. Am I right to feel slighted? by Emeraldcoast2k • last post Mar 25th
I feel really silly typing this, but I need to vent at the moment, and I feel there are people here older/more experienced than me who can talk me out of this slump. I never acted in school, but when I got to college I threw myself into it because I always felt a calling to be on stage and I never had the confidence until I left my hometown/high school. I got cast in two major roles two years running in the annual production staged by my academic department at college, which generates a large amount of interest and is always a massive event. I performed brilliantly and am extremely proud of myself, and learnt a lot along the way as well as making great friends. These experiences made me realise I love acting and I want to pursue it as far as possible. Recently some friends/acquaintances of mine pitched an original comedy to a big theatre group at our college and were successful in gaining funding and support to bring it to a rather major event in our country, a big success for them as writers. I was very pleased for them and thought the opportunity was too good to pass up, so auditioned for a role and felt I performed well. Several mutual friends also auditioned, including some who I have previously acted alongside. In any case, they turned me down, and I now feel rather dejected. I’ve only been acting at all for two years so obviously I really haven’t experienced rejection, and until now all feedback I’ve received on my prowess has been very positive. I can’t help but feel somewhat insulted, as ridiculous as I know that sounds, because I know that the people I auditioned in front of are colleagues of mine and that they almost certainly chose one or two mutual friends over me for the role(s). I don’t quite know how to face up to this on a social level, because I see these people very regularly at college, and they’re constantly talking about how excited they are about bringing this production to a bigger stage. I don’t know how to look at and talk to these people without thinking “I’m bitter and jealous that you didn’t pick me and I wish I could be a part of your production”. Ultimately I know I’m just a college kid and I’m being melodramatic, and I’m VERY new to all of this. But any advice would be very much appreciated, as well as any pointers for what I might do in the future in terms of attitude as I pursue acting further throughout and beyond college.