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Branding help! by LoraleeTyson  •  last post Feb 27th

Hi there, I'm working on defining my branding/type before getting new headshots and would love if you could complete this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/58JDMT9 If anyone else wants to do this, I'd be happy to complete your survey as well! Thanks, Loralee

Is a Meisner class really worth it? by othermegan  •  last post Feb 27th

Hi everyone! I’m not personally an actor, but my boyfriend is. He’s been taking Meisner classes for almost a year now. He seems really into it. He loves going to class and he’s even read all of Sanford Meisner on Acting (which is the first time I think I’ve ever seen him finish a book!) But he’s getting tired of having to think of New difficult activities every week. Lately he’s felt uninspired and wanting to ditch more classes. He doesn’t have a problem creating the story to make them important to him or any of that. He just has trouble coming up with a different task every week. More and more he’s talking about stopping all together. I try to keep him motivated but every week my points are making less of an impact. I, personally, have seen improvement in his acting since he started. But I’m just his girlfriend so I don’t have the professional credibility to support me when I say that. I guess it’s hard to believe when you’re putting in all this time and effort and still not getting many parts. So my question is: is learning this technique really worth it?

Anyone study at CFC (Canadian Film Centre gor Acting)? by mirrorsarereflective  •  last post Feb 27th

I have no formal training other than a sketchy school a few years ago. I know that schools arent the gatekeeper to acting career but can be helpful. For those who studied here, what are your thoughts about it? Training quality, skills developed and if you feel you became a better actor? This year they introduced a tuition so If I ever get in, I dont know if its worth shelling out 7 K since I already shelled out monry a few years baxk for acting school. Im pretty much looking for a discussion about the actors program at CFC

which is it the study plan of the actors studio school in ny? by WakeupMr_Freeman  •  last post Feb 27th

which is it the study plan of the actors studio school in ny please? I'll never go to study in it but maybe I can read the books who they give to the students and other materials. can you you write me their study plan please? so I can try to organise myself to study as much as possible. thx

Modeling vs. Acting headshot by imodelz  •  last post Feb 27th

Hey there! I'm a model looking to transition into acting. I know one of the first steps is getting a good headshot. Luckily, I have plenty of high quality photos, I just don't know if any will work as an actor's headshot. Here's the one I've been using. Feedback would be very appreciated. Also if you have a "type" that comes to mind when you see me, please share. https://ink361.com/app/users/ig-6998436746/modelingmidwest/photos/1702619427051460477_6998436746

Have an audition for a radio drama on Friday, not too sure what to expect. by jamesjamesactor  •  last post Feb 27th

Hi guys, I'm doing an audition for an Audible studios radio drama and as an actor who has only auditioned for exclusively film, TV, and theatre, I'm not too sure how to go about this audition. I haven't got a script yet but am I expected to memorize some sides? Will I be auditioning in front of a radio mic? What kind of things is a radio casting director looking for? I'm excited as this is my first audition of the year (finally) but I'm also a little confused... any help would be amazing!

Actors, do you have access to the breakdowns? by The_Analaog_Kid  •  last post Feb 27th

if so, would you be willing to share your source?

Any LA Talent Managers & Or Talent Agents On Here To Answer A Few Questions? by Healthyactress  •  last post Feb 27th

1. My acting coach told me that theatrically talent agencies and managers won’t even consider me if I don’t have an LA commercial talent agent and have booked commercials. 2. I have been told starting off in a smaller market will increase my chances of success in LA (6 years in SF) but after almost a year submitting to agents and managers in LA I haven’t even gotten a thank you for applying. I submit to nearly all every 3-6 months depending on the agency or management company resubmission policies. 3. Should I follow the agencies that have no drop off polices or risk going in and dropping my material there? 4. Is mail in submissions, or email submissions better? 5. If I have headshots, resume, letters of recommendation from industry professionals and a reel why won’t anyone sign me? 6. On imdbpro I see actors signed with big agencies but are in the 300,000s to the 2,000,000s some with one credit to their name. I’m in 80,000s is this normal?

Background actors by sucobe  •  last post Feb 26th

Tips for projecting in more intimate productions? by CombustibleOre  •  last post Feb 26th

I’m in a play that is more intimate than I’m used to: I’m a lot closer to other actors, the content is more sensitive than usual, and it’s a lot more realistic than anything I’ve done before. The problem is, despite the intimacy of the play, it is being performed in a 500 seat theatre, and I’m having trouble projecting. I think it’s because the content is so sensitive and my proximity and connection to the other actors is a lot closer than usual, so it feels weird to speak up and project my lines out to the audience. The performance is very soon, and I’m always either too quiet, or too focused on projecting that I lose my intentions for my lines and sound robotic. The director is getting frustrated with me. Any tips, or is this just a mental block I have to deal with on my own? Thanks!

Moving to LA/SD as a non-actor working pro, just throwing myself out there by ExtraConsideration  •  last post Feb 26th

Up front: I am a 27/M with zero experience acting, zero classes and I am a working business professional about to accept a job in either LA or SD (two offers, still mulling which one is better). Thoughts: My career is going to pay for my COL, savings, and life. My income from either job will be around ~$150k. However, my pro job isn't fulfilling at all and I am starting to realize none of these corporate jobs ever will be. I've always had this aching desire to move out to Hollywood and give myself a shot, but growing up poor with social anxiety and financial anxiety, I never attempted to pursue anything to avoid rejection. Now that I have an actual income though, who cares if I never get a real role? The experience and the rush of trying sounds really intriguing. Really stupid question: Can I just get pro photos done, and randomly start submitting myself to either in-person or video casting calls? EDIT: Some of you may be annoyed because this sounds careless and facetious, its not. Im just trying to keep the initial post small to help readability.

I see a lot of auditions for film/tv done through videos sent in by the actor. How would I go about doing my own/who would I send it too? Also, where could I find reliable casting calls at and would an agent be necessary? by smokemonkey97  •  last post Feb 26th

I know, I'm asking for a lot here. I'm mainly looking for insight. Now saying I'm going to just get up and audition tonight.

just lost 2 agents due to being broke by NYCactordude2018  •  last post Feb 26th

I’m hoping it’s not forever, and I know I can always get more, but I worked really really hard to get the breadcrumbs that I have. Because of the fact that I can’t survive financially in these bullshit survival jobs that dick you around non stop and refuse to give full time / living wages I’ve had to stop acting and basically go backwards. It’s the worst feeling in the entire world and I want to breakdown and cry right now. Because money. I don’t even know why I’m posting this here, I guess to tell everybody else to just please save money, so that when the time comes that you need to start auditioning for paid work you can actually do so and you won’t be held back by being broke like I am. All I can do is take time off and find some time of job that makes more money and is stable, so that maybe I can get back into acting in the future. This is truly a nightmare, to get so close and then have to erase years of hard work because of not making enough money at bullshit survival jobs with managers that don’t give a fuck if you live or die. Blah sorry for the negativity, sending you all peace and love and positive vibes. Please just save money so this doesn’t happen to you. Love, working class actor.

How do you actually 'improve'? by ilIest  •  last post Feb 26th

Hi there, I want to keep it short and to the point. I live in Ireland, there isn't many auditions and opportunities for aspiring actors, not down south anyway. I'm stuck as regards to improving my acting abilities. I attend drama lessons only once a week due to the distance, but feel like even the lessons aren't enough. My question is: how can I actually constantly be improving until I'm finished with school and manage to move somewhere with more opportunities? Are there available online classes? videos? books? This is the biggest problem im fearing, that im spending so much of time fantasising about the future but im not actually doing much to ensure it. Thanks!

Short Film - "Pillow" by Miles B. Miller  •  last post Feb 25th

Check out the first short film, "Pillow" by the Miller Brothers! Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trj55KzzhHY

What techniques or training is need to be a "Well Rounded Actor" by Idobjj  •  last post Feb 25th

I've done alexander, scene work, and started doing voice/singing. What else would fit in for a good resume? By the way I have to add that voice has definitely helped when being mic'd on set.

Acting Performance: the art of sharpening your talent: 1-24 effective acting exercises to perform (Acting performance, Training handbook) by Mikha_Wageh  •  last post Feb 25th

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079J4P59G/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=acting+performance This book Is a step by step training handbook that guides you as a performer to master both sides of your talent (inner and outer) from the very first step further to a point that allows you to act like professionals. It's very helpful and suitable for the start-up actors to discover the exact way to do this.

Drama school in USA? by Pixlez_  •  last post Feb 25th

I live in Europe I'm 16 and it's been a year now since I started acting. I start to consider work and enter bussiness. But the best place is in US to work in film industry, it's not easy for an actor to move there with visas and these things. I think the best is to go on a dramaschool in US and then will I would able to work as an actor? Also this will give me the opportunity to strengthen my english as well my accent . Just want to know your point of view and advice, as I am still young.