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What are your favorite pre-show warm-ups? by wizardforce • last post Mar 8th
I am currently acting in a show at an Equity theatre and have thoroughly enjoyed observing my fellow actors during their warmups. I have even picked up some of their warmups and added them to my repertoire. This got me wondering, what are some of your favorite warmups?
Taking Killians Commercial Workshop Foundation Class in LA because I’ve heard it’s the best commercial workshop in town. I’ve heard Killian can be a drill sergeant, yelling at actors, rude. Is this true? Are the other teachers the same way? by Healthyactress • last post Mar 8th
I do have dyslexia and it’s nerve racking enough that we are given 15 mins to learn sides.
Dealing with getting auditions for roles that offend you? by baryll • last post Mar 8th
So I am a middle eastern actor so you can guess what stereotypical role I can’t avoid: the terrorist. I actually have bright eyes with a lighter and don’t look “stereotypically” middle eastern but even now it’s like I can’t avoid this kind of role in 2018. My agent submitted me for this and I really would rather not even submit for it but I don’t want to come off as “that” actor (we’re in Texas and I am a new signee in spite of years of experience in training, awards, etc). But I can’t wipe the image of how offensive I find this kind of role: it’s not that it’s just a terrorist it’s literally part of someone’s fantasy christian based film that somehow involves like jihad stuff and woop dee doo almost every good guy is caucasian and every bad guy if middle eastern. How do you approach these kinds of things?
ACTORS WANTED by rachelnelson • last post Mar 8th
I’m honestly curious how successful actors got their start? Is it more common for it to be a “since birth/ mom and dad are rich af” thing. Did they have connections or just randomly go to auditions (I’m interested but wouldn’t even know where to begin). Thanks for the answers
Beginner Actor With Anxiety by michaelscotchtape • last post Mar 8th
Hello! I have just begun acting after taking a break for many years and I am in an acting class. I have an anxiety disorder that really affects the way I act sometimes. I'm very comfortable with the person that I am trying to portray but when I get up there to do a dialogue in front of the class I get pretty terrified. It's like this swarming panic attack and fear of failure. I am able to push through it without people noticing but it causes me to fumble my lines and not be focused sometimes. Is there any advice that you folks can give me to ease into this process and not panic? Separately, I have been working on my anxiety disorder but being a beginner really makes me feel out of control. I am very afraid of failing even when I get positive feedback. Thank you in advance.
Agent said he'll rep me, now isn't responding? by slowpoke142 • last post Mar 8th
So I'm basically making this post to figure out what to do in this situation. Not sure if it's a stupid question but I couldn't find anything like it in previous posts on the sub. To make a long story short, I got an audition through the Daniel Hoff Agency without any past of working with them, and after submitting it, they said they were interested in representing me. So I came in for an interview, and things seemed to go pretty well, and about a week later I get an email from the agent I talked to saying he plans to take me on and asked for my phone number so we can talk about my actor's access account. So I replied as soon as I saw the email, and after hearing nothing for 2 weeks sent a follow up, and now it's getting to be another 2 weeks. So my question is pretty much how much should I push this, and what should I say? Do I say anything at all? Agents are all obviously extremely busy, so I'm trying to stay patient, but this seems pretty abnormal, especially because the last email I got from him was him saying he wanted to talk to me, and it's almost been a month since I heard from him. Anyway, thanks for reading this and let me know your opinions.
Agent listing by Amanda Woodhouse • last post Mar 7th
Hey everyone my name is Amanda I'm new to the site here is my question, anyone in Ontario Canada know any good Agent for acting. I have done my research found what was good, and what is not. I do have an agent right now, but I'm on the urge of looking for a new one; I feel they're not doing what they're supposed to be doing. Any suggestions would be grateful. I look forward to hearing from any of you
FEEDBACK ON MY PROFILE by FRANKSHINERSING • last post Mar 7th
Hello Everyone! I just set up my profile and if anyone would be nice enough to give any feedback on what I should change or add.. that would be AMAZING! Thanks and best of luck! Shine on, Frank Shiner
production by ataylor • last post Mar 7th
I will be moving to Los Angeles in a month to pursue an acting career. I figured a good way to start out would be to try and get a job as a production assistant. I have no experience. I am trying to figure out how to get my foot...
Are hollywood actors/actresses actually the best actors or are the best actors/actresses on stage ? by StarKittyHero • last post Mar 7th
Sometimes I wonder if the actors and actresses are actually good at acting or do they just the glory of "best actor" because they appear on screen more and we can see them more often. I literally don't know what good acting is though.
Nasally Voice. by Jasper7k • last post Mar 7th
I am very annoyed at my nasally voice. My words tend to blend together. It's hard to understand me at lower volumes. When I am speaking loudly I am much more understandable. When I speak fast I have to over annunciate and it looks strange. When I really try I can sound alright for the most part but it is a real distraction when it comes to acting. Ex. if I said "he is quite impressive" quite and impressive would blend together "qwiedimpressive". When I think of actors I know of I can't think of a single one with a nasally voice which is a little disheartening. I just want to be more understandable and speak with ease. I hate being asked to repeat myself multiple times a day. Anyone in this sub reddit have a nasally voice too or had one? And if so what are some things you are doing or did that improved your quality of speech?
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!