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Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
Hey, all! (First reddit post ever :-) ) I want to self-learn about voice training for acting. I intend to work with a dialect/voice coach at some point, but until then, I’d thought I’d do some reading and studying on my own to get a base down. Before I select a particular methodology, I wanted to get a good understandi…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
Is Johny Depp a personality, interepreter, or impersonator actor? I thought he would most likely be an impersonator actor because of the various different roles he plays, but I don't know in the context of the movie What's Eating Gilbert Grape. I read online that during the time of the movie his personality was similar…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
Got a question here and a theory. So from studying actors from all platforms, there’s a sense of waiting to get ready to hit the big leagues. People start with smaller roles until they progress to much larger roles, etc. But here’s the question I have. Most people around the ages of 15 to 25 may not be in a position to…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
I know someone who has been an actor in Asia for the last 30+ years, but recently decided to move to the States to settle down. He has always been a free-agent actor, with just a small team of people aiding him through his career. However, upon his decision to move to America, he and his crew parted ways and he is now…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
Hi everyone, I am 21 years old. About two years ago I fell in love with acting after a student asked me to help her with her theater project. Since then I’ve been non stop taking acting classes and improv. I strongly considered moving to LA to try to become a paid actor after watching how actors such as Arnold swarzene…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
Greeting from Seattle! It's Henry here, an Acting Trainer and and Stage Director from Taiwan now living in the Greater Seattle area. I spent 10+ years in the theatre acting and have several experience of directing, the only thing I learned from the experience was that audition(stage/film) is not quite easy for anyone e…
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
I'm a Bay Area native and looking to get involved more in the acting scene (classes, improv, companies, etc.). How have you gotten involved in the Bay Area?
Reddit · 16 Mar 2019
I am in personal communication with a handful of actors who have had fairly successful careers overall, but none of the advice they gave me has really sparked anything to be able to emulate that in any way.
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
Ever since I was a boy I wanted to act, I tried to enroll in a film club when I was 16 but never got a call back. Being naive and young I thought that was my chance gone (what a silly thought). Life got in the way. Then when I reach my early 30s I was told I should audition to study Theatre. I jumped at the chance. I g…
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
Hello Voice Actors of Reddit! I've always wanted to be a voice actor, and after graduating high school and doing a year or so of soul searching, I think I'm ready to buckle down and figure out where to go from here. So how do I start? Should I go to college and get an acting degree, or is that not something that's impo…
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
A common piece of advice that is given to actors is to create your own work. From my observation and actors I’ve spoken to, a lot actors tend to stick with the objective of auditioning for everything available. However with many rejections on a consistent basis this can mess with your psyche and deflate you so to speak…
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
With the constant hustle and bustle and brain noise we experience in our day to day lives, how do you as actors keep on top of everything in your career? Do you find having less clutter/items/paperwork etc allows you to have more time and energy on keeping on top of your day to day work as an actor? I currently have a…
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
Its always in the back of my mind. I want to be an actor. I ask myself why and I can't pinpoint the exact reason. I love movies and great stories and it would be great if I could be paid to be in them. The self doubt. Not trying hard enough. I took a few classes and went to a couple auditions but gave up quickly. Didn'…
Reddit · 15 Mar 2019
I’m just curious and wanted to of any fellow actors methods when it comes to learning lines. Not to sound new agey but is there a sort of synergy or ambience you create that helps making your lines more effective, such having a clear space. I’ve heard that writing your lines down on paper helps to ingrain them into you…
Reddit · 14 Mar 2019
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…
Reddit · 14 Mar 2019
" ........researchers have said thespians show different patterns of brain activity depending on whether they are in character or not. " [https://www.theguardian.com/science/2019/mar/13/actors-show-different-brain-activity-when-in-character-study-finds](https://www.theguardian.com/science/2019/mar/13/actors-show-differ…
Reddit · 14 Mar 2019
Hello, I'm new here, I've started an ADR and VO Startup Project(Not Company). My Headset won't work properly, and I was wondering if there are headsets that are designed for Voice Actors that have Built-In Mics, similar to a Gaming Headset but for Voice Actors. I really want to get into the ADR and VO Industry and hope…
Reddit · 14 Mar 2019
Hello, fellow actors. ​ [https://vimeo.com/317048586](https://vimeo.com/317048586) ​ This is a clip of my first-ever performance on-stage, last October. It was a monologue showcase joined together with choreography and scene changes all based around alleyways (also known as, "Ginnels," in the North of Eng…
Reddit · 14 Mar 2019
I just received an email from the director of a theatre play, that unfortunately I wasn’t cast for this play. I took it like a champ and sent a professional email thanking the director for the opportunity to audition and wishing the cast and production team a success with the show. In hind sight after sending the email…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
So I had a job for a year and a half that paid really good money. If I went back, in 5 years I could save enough for a down payment on a house in Los Angeles where I'm from or in 2 years for a house in Nashville where I might want to move. Hell in one year I could get a down payment for a house in most other places. Th…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
Okay, so I'm still in university and I'm directing a project. I do act myself but not that much, I don't go for roles yet because I don't think I'm anywhere good enough. So I'm yet to understand what makes it easier on the talent. I've used the drama department's students in the past but it functions in a much more dif…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
" **RADA's Dee Cannon outlines 10 questions that must be addressed in order to create a fully-realised three-dimensional person."** ​ Interested in everyone's input on these points: [https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2009/may/09/character-building-great-actor](https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2009/may/09/charac…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
I found this today, and was interested in everyone's ideas: " **RADA's Dee Cannon outlines 10 questions that must be addressed in order to create a fully-realised three-dimensional person."** [**https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2009/may/09/character-building-great-actor**](https://www.theguardian.com/stage/2009/may/09…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
Hi r/acting, so I have an interesting crossroads that I've come to. After auditioning at the New England Theatre Conference and getting several callbacks, I've been invited to attend the Stella Adler Summer Intensive. I was floored by the news and would love to go, as I've heard nothing but good things. However, I'm wo…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
Now I want to preface that I understand that everyone’s journey is different. I just wanted to get peoples opinions and experiences with this topic. I know that it can be possible for at any moment for the right opportunity to come at the right the time and transcend your career to new heights. However, ideally speakin…
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
Hats off to all the voice actors and narrators. Being a musician all my life I took a dive into audiobooks. 1 finished hour took me forever, and honestly it’s not easy at all. I have a lot of respect for all of you now, and it’s safe to say this shit isn’t for me!
Reddit · 13 Mar 2019
You would be reading a 5 sentence paragraph that would take you no longer than 1-2 minutes to read. I'll offer you $5. Just provide me your email and I can send over the page whoever is interested ​ ​
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
I'm starting to get on-camera auditions. Usually one agency tells me 3-4 days in advance, mentions to memorize as best as I can (or no need to memorize)... BUT now with the new agency, I get script the day/night before, and no mention if I should completely memorize or not. Current script is about 3 page long, back and…
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
Hello all, I am diving full into this community right now! I have been a long time lurker, watching many of you fight for success, and have been very inspired by this sub. ​ I currently live in LA, and moved here to work for a STELLAR tech company. I have had an amazing time with them overall, but ultimately kne…
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
Hey everyone so I’m trying to break into the business and be a full time actor. I have no experience and I’ve applied to jobs with no success so far. I know my headshot isn’t the greatest but I know I can make it in this business. I’m so nervous about my teeth that I try my hardest not so smile. Is there to digitally f…
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
Hi, longtime lurker here. **TLDR** Could someone recommend a solid, reputable place to take night / weekend classes in NYC? Preferably something more structured (as opposed to rolling scene study classes or one-off workshops) that doesn't completely break the bank (though, I know you 'get what you pay for'). **A little…
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
I have acne and I feel like people always look at my acne first. I was just wondering if people would still hire me if i have acne because I always see actors with little to no imperfections. And there are hardly any acting opportunistic here in Oregon well at least I can hardly find any. Thanks
Reddit · 12 Mar 2019
Hello my name is Kevin I'm 21 years old and I'm from a small Canadian city and I really want to be an actor I got the idea when I was 17 years old it was a suggestion because I have always been the funny guy I have been honing my craft for a few months through YouTube tutorials but anyway I'm going to get some point do…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
Hey everyone I just recently found this sub and wanted to give you a little background on me and want your input on a couple things. Im currently 19 (M) and at a university. I am a business major but I am really interested in acting. My mom is an actress and has been professionally all her life on stage in Chicago, Haw…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
Hey all, would love some feedback or suggestions on this. I'm a hardworking and skilled Actor. I've done alot of training ( although not a 3 yr drama school) and I have really good footage, showreel and have been professionally cast and have pro credits. I was previously with a top agency in London after they saw a fil…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
I’m auditioning for The Secret Garden and they are requiring for their actors to have a monologue prepared which I do not!
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
Whats up guys? So last time I was helped out pretty well regarding an agency. I kept on my original for actors access and a new one for Casting Networks. The new one just asked if I can do an audition for a baseball commercial tomorrow morning. I said yes but had conflicts due to the producers requiring a video of base…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
Hi the movie I'm working on is called Humanoid Divergent which is a sci-fi genre about a female robot named Mandy who is created by a company named Isecurity in which their initial goal is to create her to become a housemaid servant. When that fails, she comes back to life to help with the law enforcement. During this…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
I’m about to shoot my first short film with professional actors (have made shorts before but with students and friends etc), and the thing I’m most worried about is not knowing how to get a good performance out of them. I’ve read Judith Weston’s book “Directing Actors” and read a hundred tips from a hundred different f…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
TLDR: Got cast in several things now with no qualifications as an actor. It can be done if you work your booty off! Hey there, For a little over a year now I have aspired to follow up on my old dream of being a professional actor. I studied creative writing at uni but dropped out because it wasn't for me. A couple of j…
Reddit · 11 Mar 2019
Hey all! I’ve started an acting/ theatre industry help podcast called Making It, or What I Wish I Knew, mostly based on the posts I see on this sub all the time. I want to create content that gives real world advice from working actors, directors, stage managers, etc. to the listeners, with some perspective looking bac…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
Made a new account for anonymity. TLDR at the bottom. ​ Hi all. I'm a voice actor primarily situated in Dallas. I would like to think I'm a pretty nice guy, as many people would agree, and my biggest flaw is easily my anxiety. I have many friends in the area, and one of them decided to open up his own studio. He…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
I am running a super detailed dnd campaign, and I am going to have my party stumble upon a hollow tape. I am looking for a soft and kind female voice to be the voice of my character. I am 100% open to commissioning this work, we can negotiate price together. I will need to hear samples of hour voice before hiring you.…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
i've been chasing this for years, and i'm just dumbfounded by all of it. everybody is just a selfish psycho, honestly. out for themselves. its all fake. it's all puffery and bullshit and capitalizing off other people's success and screwing them over. talent has literally nothing to do with it. it's all $$. period. that…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
Hi there, I was wondering peoples opinions on improv actors within scenes that go out of their way to intentionally make someone look bad, to set up them up or to screw up or fail. Knowing Actors and Acting is sometimes a cut throat business. What do you do to better prepare yourself against, for example: borderline ha…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
Question: what's a good/respectful/ideal time frame to expect a call sheet for a low budget project? Actor here... I was asked to be in a short, just a days shoot a while back. I heard nothing & emailed a week ago to confirm my wardrobe requirements, travel details, location, call/wrap times etc... Was told 'yeah we'll…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
A few years back I saved a post on here discussing sites like Backstage and Actors Access. A few comments had linked a website that has a multi-subscription service fore (iirc) three main services for casting calls and auditions. For the life of me I can't find it, apparently I saved too many reddit posts before I actu…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
My short background: Been Meisner level students for about 6-7 months now. I really love this, every day and hour i spend at my day job feels like a wasted opportunity to get better in this thing. I feel i could have invested more time in getting better at acting rather than spend more hours at my day job (CPA). On the…
Reddit · 10 Mar 2019
Hey guys, Firstly I just wanted to say I’m really excited to finally be a part of this community where people share the same passion as me! Im 18 and in university. Ive always wanted to start acting because I feel like I’m very unique in what I have to offer when it comes to acting. Im Somali and theres not a lot of So…
Reddit · 9 Mar 2019
Hi! So I seem to be in a bit of a pickle. I have an audition for a streaming episodic (first recurring!). I taped my self-tapes and followed the instructions given in my original C-Mail (two takes of two scenes, one take of another). I submitted it to my agent for review. Of course, after I do this, casting sends a fol…
