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Reddit · 19 Nov 2021

Whats is the LinkedIn equivalent platform for aspiring actors?

What platforms do aspiring actors use for networking and connecting with fellow aspiring actors or people interested in the craft of acting? Other than participating in my university's theatre extracurricular, I am having a difficult time finding new ways to make new connections. I'm more interested in the film aspect…

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Reddit · 19 Nov 2021

Can we all add the Anime Series in the Behind the Voice Actors website?

If anyone was is reading this, This is my first time being in this Website and I want to tell this to you guys anyway about something that I really want to happen possible, For Anyone who gets this, I have been a Fan of the Franchise since I was very young and I always want to find ways to share and spread this to worl…

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Taking your own headshots.

This isn’t really anything I considered before but my old acting teacher sent me an email over to send headshots and a bit about myself into a well known British tv show on Netflix which is looking for trans actors (I’m a 24 year old trans man), there is no acting experience required. Could I have some advice on how to…

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Imposter syndrome anyone?

So, I started working with the local cast of a national murder mystery theater comapny a couple months ago, and I'm really loving every minute of it. So far I've been playing side suspect characters that have an important clue or really just add flavor to the story. But recently, I've gotten cast as the lead in charact…

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Rarely do I get starstruck..

But I just signed with my manager less than a month ago and today I just received my first Tyler Perry audition. As a black actor, this is huge to me

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Submitting to union projects as non-union

I’m a non-union actor and am decently proactive about submitting to roles for non-union film/theatre work. I’m wondering though if I’m allowed to submit to EPA auditions for theatre and SAG projects for film (I need 2 more waivers to be SAG-eligible). What’s the likelihood that I’d be seen or taken seriously? Any advic…

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Preparation for a Role

Hey! I want to ask about how long can an actor prepare for a role? In my opinion, to get into a character takes time but I also heard that many actors have only a week for the preparation so what’s the average?

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Reddit · 18 Nov 2021

Best way to choose your "Best" Headshot

I'm referring to selecting which Headshot as your primary photo when submitting to Actors Access and Backstage. - I think picking the one that best suits the role makes sense first and foremost. - - I've heard some sites say use tinder and put up both photos for the same amount of days to see which gets more swipes. If…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Is it more difficult to get started at 27 then it is at, lets say 21?

I'm still an aspiring actor, but I don't have an agent, and my last (and only) gig was a commercial gig 2 years ago. I've been doing loads of extras work on the side but Im starting to wonder If I should approach work differently than 6 years ago, but then again maybe its all in my head. Also I have a fear that I have…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

New actor - stay in San Diego or move to LA?

Hello all, I wanted the opinion of anybody working in LA right now or who moved from San Diego to LA for acting. I'm a young professional who has some job offers to work in LA. Because a lot of things are virtual at the moment (including classes), would it be worth it to move to LA? I'm interested in taking improv and…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Racist role?

Hey! I got cast in a student film as a suuuuper creepy racist role. Basically I would put on “Asian face” at some point during the film. Potentially taping my eyes to be more narrow, and caking my face in white makeup. I’m a new actor, would this be really fucked up of me to do? I’ve got an agent and manager and I don’…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

In a short film, would it be wrong to ask for a name?

I'm in a short film where I have more lines than the lead character. I think I'm working with a first time filmmaker, they didn't specify. They said they are doing this for diversity and so that all the actors on this can be discovered. Would it be wrong to just ask for a name instead of being called "Brother 2?" It's…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Commercial Auditions slowing down in LA?

Wondering if this is the time of year Union commercial and/or theatrical auditions slow down? Is there a time where they just aren’t shooting anything in LA due to the holidays? Someone told me it’s good to stay in town during December since many people aren’t available but I’m not sure if that’s true for SAG actors as…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Non-USA citizen wondering about Unions

I wouldn't even call myself a new actor as yet as I have no on-paper experience. I'm from a small Caribbean island and acting isn't really a huge industry over here. I self-tape, take online acting classes, study techniques, etc. I think I have so much potential. I really want to start off somewhere but I guess asking/…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Dealing With Conspiracy Driven Family Members.

Delete if not allowed. I'm an aspiring actress that would love to one day be in real movies or on real tv shows. I've mostly done plays and student films but have started taking it more serious and am joining a union. Some of my family members are trying to scare me into crazy Q anon theories about Hollywood and how it…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

Would it be super unprofessional to show up to a set as a fan?

So I'm going to New York this week for an anime convention, and then I get word that one of my favorite shows is filming somewhere else in New York, and if I'm in the right part of NYC at the right time, I could potentially watch them film and/or interact with some of the actors. But I also want to be a professional ac…

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

"Pinned" or "On Hold"

On the topic of being "pinned," do you typically hear back from casting when they would like to release you from the pin (for specific dates) if they go with another actor? Or is this like most things in the industry where you should assume you won't hear unless you book?

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Reddit · 17 Nov 2021

New voice actor

I’m fairly new into the whole voice acting process. I’m taking classes and stuff to refine my voice. I’ve already been stage acting for years. I’m just wondering how is the best process for getting auditions. I don’t really care how big or if they are paid. I’m just wondering if there is a trustworthy site to visit? An…

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Reddit · 16 Nov 2021

[Casting] Need actors with animals / pets!

I own a creative ad agency called [Airtraffic](https://airtraffic.co) and we work with a lot of mobile app/gaming clients. Right now we are producing a series of short TikTok style video ads for a client, and they call for people with pets or animals. The videos are all remote / self-filmed using your phone. The animal…

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Reddit · 16 Nov 2021

Looking for LA Actors for Student Interview

Hi r/acting! I'm an undergraduate currently pursuing a degree in acting. As part of a project for my Business of Acting class, I'm supposed to interview professional actors who work in LA. I would be asking questions about their experience in the business and what it's like to live in LA. If there are any professionals…

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Reddit · 16 Nov 2021

Actors working for casting directors?

Do any of you work in casting offices or with casting directors? If so how did you get in and does that hurt your career or help it?

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Reddit · 16 Nov 2021

Acting Ability or Political Correctness?

I have seen several instances where a person of one race voices a character of another race, and it being considered offensive/racist. One example of this is the character Missy in Big Mouth. This character was originally voiced by a white woman, but was replaced by an African American woman due to backlash of it being…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Acting for film or acting for theater?

I’m a beginner, and many people told me to start with acting for theater classes (because it’s a more „complete” kind of education), while I chose to start with acting for film classes, because I prefer that kind of acting. What are your opinions about this? Did all successful movie actors begin with theater acting?

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

What are good jobs for actors?

What are some good paying jobs that an actor can work? Is working part time better? If you’ve working full-time, how do you balance acting/auditioning and your regular 9-5?

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

LA based, Without a living situation.

Hey everyone, I moved out here a few months ago with some people I considered family to pursue my acting career, and yesterday I was informed I was no longer welcomed to live there. I'm not sure what my next move should be, my financial situation isn't the greatest atm but I'm certain my current circumstances will chan…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Any other introverted actors out there?

Feeling so insecure and just seeking a bit of reassurance. Im confident in my ability as a theatrical actress, but the only auditions Ive gotten lately have been for commercials. I get so insecure during callbacks for them it makes me doubt my entire existence. Everyone is so chatty and bubbly and outgoing whereas Im r…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Getting an Agent (LA)

Hello! I am to the point of my career where I feel like I am ready to get an agent (or a manager honestly, yes I know the difference). I feel like getting an agent and how to contact them is somehow something others know and I am just the fool. I would really appreciate any actual, concrete advice on how to do so. Is t…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Why do so many people in the industry hate super hero movies?

Ridley Scott just came out saying he thinks that superhero movies and boring and lack creativity, we also had Martin Scorsese talk about them, Ricky Gervais and also recently Denis Villeneuve. I get the points they make, about how a lot of them do lack creativity and use the same cookie cutter formula but are they real…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Looking for an indie actress

Hello there, I do hope this is the right subreddit, if not any guidance would be appreciated. Looking for an actress who does primarily independent films. I believe she has only been acting since 2019 maybe a little bit longer. First name is some variation of jasmine/Jasmyn/jazmin/ etc. From the phoenix/flagstaff area.…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

I need some advice!

I’ve always wanted to be an actor and I’ve lowkey been afraid to go for it. I’m 23 years old now, about to be 24 and decided enough is enough and I want to get the ball rolling on my career, but have no idea where to start. I did a few plays as a child in places like church and school. Can anyone help me? I’m from Orla…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

What was that 1-2 move you made..that turned your career around?

I guess I'm looking for tips but also want to see what other actors say on moves they made that really turned their careers around. I think back on the last decade of my career and I went years where I would only get 1-5 auditions a year..to now where in a good month I get maybe 5 a month. Things kinda slowed down but…

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Reddit · 15 Nov 2021

Connecting to the Script

I have seen a lot of Actors emphasis on the fact that you need to connect to the story or the script as deeply as possible for a great performance. How to connect to the story?

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Reddit · 14 Nov 2021

My very first failed drama school audition

Hi everyone! So today I had my first audition ever for drama school and didn’t make it to first-round callback. Since I’m an international applicant that had never auditioned in English before and literally just started exploring Shakespeare this year, I knew this first time was going to be a learning experience. Also,…

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Reddit · 14 Nov 2021

As a non-union BG actor, who do I contact about missing paychecks?

I was hired for a production in September through a third party app (Castifi) and so I was sent all my call times and info through email from someone from one of their emails. I was not given any correspondence for anyone involved in production or payroll. This has happened this way on other sets before, but I never ha…

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Reddit · 14 Nov 2021

What's Austin's Film Industry Looking Like These Days?

So I hear word that HBO & Netflix each built out sprawling new studios in Austin, TX. Does anyone have any insight as to how hopping the film industry's there right now? Any actors that live in Austin out there to give me your two beautiful cents? Do ya'll have good agencies out there? Do they put you out for roles out…

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Reddit · 14 Nov 2021

Does voice acting change significantly depending on the language?

Might be a strange question, but I’ve really been thinking about it. I’d really like to take some on-site voice acting classes, but because of where I live (Mexico City), it means they would be on Spanish and focus on the Spanish speaking market. I also know Mexico and specifically Mexico City is a good place for voice…

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Reddit · 14 Nov 2021

Trying a voice that is unnatural

My voices tone can fluctuate depending how loud I am speaking. I was wondering if there was any tips anyone has that I could possibly try to speak louder while doing another voice. Is this something I shouldn’t expect myself to be able to do? I really want to try and speak at a louder volume with a different voice but…

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Reddit · 13 Nov 2021

URGENT CASTING CALL for london actors!

Looking for actors for vampire short film! shooting from 19-21 of this month from 9-5 and on the 24-25 from 4-12 in central London:) Please email me at lillimunro00@gmail.com

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Reddit · 13 Nov 2021

Mindset for College actors ?

All I care about is getting better and fulfilling my acting habit. I'm based in Philadelphia. I'm a theatre-acting student at a public university. I'm almost a second semester sophomore. Acting is like a drug for me. I'm studying a lot on my own outside of homework, taking intensives, and acting in plays, etc. I feel l…

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Reddit · 13 Nov 2021

Help!! Do I leave my agent?

Help! Will make this as concise as possible- I've been with my agent for almost one year (two weeks out from contract renewing). I've always gotten kind of weird/unprofessional vibes from the agency as a whole. For instance, the process for signing - I sent a blind submission to try and set a meeting to interview to ge…