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Real Talk - does my new talent business come off as a scam? by bright_beam  •  last post Mar 7th

Hi! So I’m new to this subreddit - new to reddit in general. I know, I’ve apparently been living under a rock. Well, I’ve just been working non-stop for a long time. Anyway...I read the intro and it talked about Talent Consultants being scammy.

Is Smartcraft Productions a legit commercial production company, or a scam? Advice? (LA/NY) by nightpop  •  last post Mar 7th

Hi all - I'm an LA-based actor, trying to book commercials. A production company called Smartcraft Productions say they want to book me for a commercial for BonPrix, a UK-based online outlet. BonPrix is legit, but Smartcraft Productions feels shady: In particular, they want to send me money and then have me pay for my wardrobe (and possibly the studio) directly. It feels like a scam where they will either get me to pay out of pocket and then their check will not ultimately clear, or they will somehow get my account info. Smartcraft looks to be a brand new company, and I've heard of similar scams under different company names. Does ANY casting/production company ever have actors pay for stuff directly? Has anyone dealt with this company before? Thanks for any help!

Female lead role by Darren A. Furniss  •  last post Mar 6th

I'm directing SHREDDERS later this year! A fantastic #nobudget short film! We are looking for a Female lead! Is that you? Get applying! The script is great! It has action, horror and laughs! It's going to be amazing! Shredders on Mandy Actors https://actors.mandy.com/uk/job/468244/no-pay-female-actress-peggy-reynolds-shredders … #filmmaking #actors #acting #indiefilm #Diversity

Filmmaking and the Blockchain! by Brian Rhodes  •  last post Mar 6th

Cheers! I trust all is well with you and yours! Well, I'm a newbie to Stage 32 looking to make connections with film people world-wide.

Is Los Angeles truly the greatest place to be as an actor? by MrAlexander18  •  last post Mar 6th

Hi. I am from England and often see many British actors heading out to LA to continue their acting career. It seems that LA is the place to be for an actor, no matter where you are on the ladder of acting. I know that London is a great place for acting too, the same as New York, but it seems that LA truly trumps them both. Apart from the weather, what else does Los Angeles offer aspiring actors that the other two cannot? From the outside looking in, LA is the mecca and seems to be "paradise" for people looking to enter into the entertainment industry. It has the weather, glitz & glamour, and big studios. All the big names in Hollywood reside there too. What is your opinion on LA? Would you consider it to be the greatest place to be for actors? What are the real reasons aspiring actors move to LA over other cities? Thanks.

First audition completed! Wasn’t 100% perfect.. but what a feeling! From shy to hi. Taking them first steps. Thank you for advice all!! by chrislabel  •  last post Mar 6th

I had my first audition yesterday. Was my first time Acting, improving and dancing in front of people. What a feel and buzz I got out of it.. just being in the moment was amazing. Seeing how other aspiring actors and aspiring musicians go from audition to audition with different stories and how acting can really bring anyone and everyone together gives me joy another joy.I forgot bits of my monologue but quickly relaxed and got in the zone. The feedback was great and the nerves went really quickly. Sorry for the massive post but thought I would pop it here, due to many people from this sub helping me and others. One day [reach one teach one]. Whether I get accepted or not acting shall be pursued and enjoy every daunting and challenging moment. Thank you all!

Theatre Networks for Youth and Teen Actors? by jsiddy0310  •  last post Mar 6th

Hello! Full disclosure I'm an intern in the marketing department at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting in NY. We're looking into possible places we can reach youth and teen theatre groups and networks. I thought I'd ask you guys if you know any forums or online communities aside from all the theatre subreddits, thespian society, and others. Also if you are a parent of a theatre child, where do you go to find education and other opportunities for your kids? Thank you in advance for any of your help! -Jsiddy0310

Can I act without memorizing lines? by wolverine18x23  •  last post Mar 6th

Memorizing is my bane, I don't remember having memorized anything voluntarily since more than a decade ago, when school started becoming more about memorizing things and less about reasoning during highschool I dropped out because I couldn't do it, it feels terrible to memorize, I get stomach cramps from it for some odd reason. I think I might have a medical impediment co-morbid with attention deficit that keeps me from being able to memorize new things, I can't memorize my own phone number. But... I want to be an actress. How? I was hoping that by 2018 there would be a cure for my problem yet nothing seems to be there.

Toronto recommendations by tasty_treats69  •  last post Mar 6th

Hi all! I've been active in this sub for a little while now. The recommendations such as casting sites (actor's access mainly) has been amazing and led to a surprising amount of auditions for having just a headshot! I've taken a small group class as well as taking some individual lessons for months now. That said, I'd like to take something a little more immersive and rigorous. I'm not sure I'm ready to commit to a full degree (already spent 5 years in University doing engineering) but would love some recommendations for courses offered in Toronto and the GTA. I've been looking at some of the options offered by the Toronto Academy of Acting. Anyone have experience with it? Other options to look in to? Thanks!

First time posting by LiberateMM  •  last post Mar 5th

I really wanna become a actor but I’m scared to join my schools drama class . I know it will help out a lot with my goal of becoming a actor . Can someone tell me some good experiences they’ve had in there high-schools drama class ? And some tips they can give ?

Is Sam Rockwell a good actor? by CryOfTheLonelyTurd  •  last post Mar 5th

Thoughts? Does Mark Wahlberg measure up?

TV and film actors: send me your breakdowns! by majesticseaunicorn  •  last post Mar 5th

I’m a Ph.D. student studying casting breakdowns and I’m interested to see what kind of roles you’ve auditioned for recently. Survey is anonymous and should only take 5 minutes: http://bit.ly/2FhyQxU Please share!

Let's Collaborate (LA) by kondaguey  •  last post Mar 5th

The biggest thing I have heard here in LA thus far is "make your own stuff." Great. Then let's do it. I am a highly trained actor with an eye for directing and a talent for writing. I want to collaborate with other talented and like-minded people in LA to make something successful and that has to be talked about in the industry. I know that sounds wishful, but it's not. Let's do this. There are plenty of spaces to rent out for filming/meeting up. With the right people and non-flakiness this will happen. DM me with your skillsets/experience/education and let's make a film while enjoying the process the entire way. Cheers, new friends.

actors access/showfax question by neutralcalculation  •  last post Mar 5th

i'm such a moron sometimes - i just did my first submission for a role on actors access and only had my headshot and resume info on the submission. i didn't realize i was supposed to/could get the sides from showfax & send in a video audition. is it too late to go back and edit my submission? i can't figure it out.

[UK] Serial conman, Carl Mould, returns with scam targeting actors by br-rand  •  last post Mar 5th

Can I get some feedback on my demo reel? I tried posting on "reel talk" but that seems to be a pretty inactive thread. by caalittlemiss  •  last post Mar 5th

Looking for some feedback on my current demo reel: https://youtu.be/CZokQyuB-CM I made it myself as best I could. I've done several projects but, unfortunately, I've only ever gotten the footage back from these three, despite being promised I'd get my footage from the other ones. What I'm looking for in feedback: quality? (I know it isn't the greatest, but how do others see it?) the acting itself? (improvements?) length of reel? (should I remove anything?) agents/managers: what would you think if you saw this reel? (just to get an idea) & finally, any other type of feedback I may find helpful. Thanks in advance & curious to hear what other actors/agents/managers/directors/etc. see!

Need an 18-22 actor March 15th - 1 day shoot, paid, fair skinned, w/red or willing to go red hair, takers? by Cherelynn Baker  •  last post Mar 4th

Hi, my actor is ill and just not able to make the shoot.  I need to replace him - has anyone worked with the IMDb casting service?

An interesting discovery. by nhoka  •  last post Mar 4th

Hello wonderful people! Hope you’re all well this weekend. Getting ready for tomorrow’s Academy Awards!!!! (Eeeeekkkkkk) Anyway, quick message/plug. If you are: a) an aspiring actor looking for tips; b) an experienced actor just looking for peers and likeminded people; c) someone who wonders what the life of a non Hollywood famous actor is; d) just wondering what this post is all about, then [The Acting Edit](https://www.youtube.com/TheActingEdit) is exactly what you’re looking for! Have a look and let me know what you think. Help me make this not only my acting edit but The Acting Edit.

I [24F] have always dreamt of becoming an actress but my direction in life I heading towards corporate business. Too scared to start and feel like it’s too late by hopelessoptimist_  •  last post Mar 4th

I have always dreamed of becoming an actress. I have no real formal acting training, unless drama class in high school counts (which I know it really doesn’t). I grew up very academically minded and grades came before everything. I wasn’t even involved in many extracurricular activities other than piano lessons and “academic related” extracurriculars, including debate. My event that I competed in debate was on the “interpretation” side of debate, so I competed by performing prose and poetry. I loved it and I loved acting out in front of people, being able to transform myself into whoever through whichever piece I was performing, using no props or tools other than myself, and expressing it all through words and emotion. And I was honestly pretty good at it. Anyways, I recently graduated from university with a business related degree. I come from a family of business people and entrepreneurs, so I am pretty much expected to follow their path. My heart always told me to go to a liberal arts college, but “liberal arts majors don’t find jobs”. So I stuck to business. My family is supportive of whatever I want to do, but they always tell me to be “realistic”. What’s realistic is for me to get a corporate job in a firm and work my way up. Maybe eventually start my own business. I think I’d do well for myself in business, but I feel like life is too short to work every day doing something you aren’t truly passionate about. I am leaning more towards creative industries, but the positions I’d work in are still very much business-related. It’s very much “safe”. I dream about a life where I can express my emotional side (I’m a pretty emotional individual. Not sensitive— emotional), and my creative side. I’ve always been into the arts whether it’s music, visual, or film. I know acting can be a lucrative career if you do well, but that wouldn’t be the sole purpose. I feel like I’d truly love it. I have just instilled into my head, like many others, that you find a job out of college that is safe and then work your way up. But I dont want to be just another number in the corporate world. That’s what my heart is telling me. But I am also 24 years old now and feel like it might be too late. I know many entertainers start their journey at a young age. Does anyone have any advice on this career path and if they had a similar experience? Any tips on how to get started and see if I actually have a real shot at it (baby steps)? Is it too late for me at 24? Anything at all would help. **tl;dr:** My life is currently heading towards me having a corporate job in business, but I dream of being an actress. I have very minimal experience acting, but from what I’ve experienced, I love it. Any advice for someone who is too scared to truly go for it? Is it too late?

London based actors, writers, directors, sound and light techs, runners, producers, etc: LET'S MAKE SOMETHING HAPPEN!!! by nhoka  •  last post Mar 4th

Hey guys! I'm stuck in a rut and nothing is happening this year so far. So I'm done waiting around. Let's get together and **collaborate**. Let's create a **short** or a **web series**. Something where we all can give our best work and not feel like we're withering away! Just for a reference, this is [my showreel](https://vimeo.com/178399157), and am up to working with cool, responsible, focused people! **Let's do this!!!** Dm's or replies to this thread are all welcome!