Reddit · 16 Sep 2018
How to get jobs without an agent?
Hi, so I’ve been wanting to get some bigger jobs for a while now, but I don’t want to dedicate myself to hiring an agent yet. Any tips on how to get roles without an agent?
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
The Moment You Realize It Was All Worth It.
I'm still beaming. Last week I got to see the pilot for the cartoon I worked on with National Geographic Kids in it's full glory and I'm just so happy. It's the little things like this that make me realize I love what I do. After all the hours spent second guessing this career choice, hearing endless unwarranted opinio…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Does what films you act in affect how your "REAL JOB" employers see you? (negatively?)
I am looking into starting the second half of my BA in Health administration. In certain positions, if not all, I would represent the company -- be the face of the company. I write my own films, and plan to produce them once I relocate to where my industry connections are, so I do have control over what types of films…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Young, Aspiring Actor
Hi. I am 17yo male and a senior in high school. I've have always been interested in acting since I was a child. This year I joined my school's beginning drama class to give acting a try at least once. It's been really fun. My first day in drama, I talked to my teacher about my acting dreams and my insecurities/confiden…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Has #metoo and #timesup changed how you want to pursue acting?
Pursuing acting is a huge sacrifice. Money and time spent on classes, headshots and reels, time invested, waiting tables late night, living with roommates, gigs where people don't pay or are less than professional, unsteady work. One would think that becoming successful and known would be a big payoff. But now actors g…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
(TORONTO) Ways to meet casting directors?
Hey there! I’m a Canadian living in NYC. I just got my MFA and I’m going to Toronto for several weeks to audition and meet casting directors. I have an agent in Toronto and other than going to the auditions they set up for me, what are ways I can network with and introduce myself to the industry in Toronto on my own so…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
How much in frame for self-tapes?
I have to ask everyone on how much in frame do you go for self-tapes. There seens to be pros and cons for medium-close shots, compared to medium-wide shots. These two seem the most common. I can see the benefits of being in a medium-tight (medium-close) frame: focus is in facial expressions of the actor, hands and arms…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Is reading important ?
Hey there , I was curious about how important you think for an actor is to have some play/movie knowledge . Do you guys think that there are any say movies or plays that are a 100% must watch/read if you want to improve your acting ? Ty a lot .
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
AUDITION: Casting People Who Make Awesome Instagram Stories Immediately
We’re casting for a video that shows how social media stories link people around the globe and in incredibly common ways -- from your jam-packed commute to work, to your delicious burger at lunch, to drinks with your friends to cap the day. If you love sharing your life on social media or a knack for Instagram or Faceb…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Balding Actors
Balding actors. What advice would you part for someone who is about to get their headshots taken. Should one grow out enough hair to make it seem like they are not balding as much or just completely buzz it down in the interest of honesty. Do the casting directors go as far out as to think that we like the face and we…
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Thoughts on John C. Reilly?
I'm in my early 20s, and came of age knowing him as Dale from Stepbrothers and Talledega Nights. However in the past few years, I've come to know him as Reese in Boogie nights and the underrated Dewey Cox. Curious to see what you all think of him.
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
Do I include SOC roles on resume?
You wouldn't put extra work on your resume, but from what I understand, SOC is a step above from extra work. Do you guys think it is best to exclude it from resume?
Reddit · 15 Sep 2018
I didnt get Cast
I went to my first audition last week (im a freshman) and got a callback for the next day. I was really excited because ive been dreaming of being in the theater since I was a little kid. I felt like I was doing really good and received many compliments. I was even the second name on the callback lidt and of course it…
Backstage · 14 Sep 2018
Can you fire your agent?
I have a agent that I signed a 2 year contract with, but they give me like 1 audition every 4-5 months. When I have emailed them asking for auditions, they have told me they don’t have time for me. Is there a way to drop an agent that basically...
Reddit · 14 Sep 2018
Moving to Vancouver
Hi All, I'm considering moving to Canada, and I've noticed on the sidebar we have the following when it comes to moving to a particular city: LA, New York & Atlanta. the 3 hubs of working in the US. I thought it might be interesting if we could generate a thread for those who might be looking to move to Vancouver to un…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2018
Short horror film, looking for one female actor and one male actor in or within driving distance of Honolulu .
I am shooting a short 5-7 minute long horror film. I will need 2 actors: One adult woman One large (muscular) adult man The female role will be the main character, and the male roll will be the side character. I will need 2 (non-consecutive) days to film. The first day will be the original shots, and the second for re…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2018
Hi Reddit, I'm back! Jeff Seymour, actor, Redditor, teacher and author of "The Real Life Actor". So AMA, again!
Hi Reddit, I'm Jeff Seymour and I've been a working, professional actor for 39 years. Most recently, I've guest starred on shows such as Homeland, The Expanse, Suits and Seal Team. I've won the Canadian Emmy and have been nominated 4 times. I've been the lead in a number of TV series, as well as creating and starring i…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2018
How long after wrapping until actors get paid?
I know it varies between the type of production and the companies involved. I’ve done small acting jobs before and I was paid about roughly a month after filming. I’m curious if this is the average payment time for most acting jobs. I guess I want to know, where does it range between in terms of time? (Not urgent but j…
Reddit · 14 Sep 2018
I'll critique your headshots
Former actor/makeup artist/stylist for TV, commercial, stage in Baltimore, Philly, Seattle, and NYC. I'm happy to share all that I have learned! Feel free to send me your headshot(s) and include the type of work you are going after, and I'll give my honest opinion. Getting cast is a very subjective, competitive, and un…
Stage 32 · 13 Sep 2018
Awesome Podcast: Audrey Helps Actors
Hello, Fellow Stage 32 Actors!I recently discovered the podcast Audrey Helps Actors and could not be more obsessed with it! Audrey talks about the day to day basics of how to hustle in this business. I LOVE HER! A great podcast to listen to if you need a little inspiration in the biz side of your career. https://www.au…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Union vs. non union vs SAG eligible
Hello I am very new to the acting scene, taking my first class in 2 weeks. I’m sure I can ask the teacher and find out but I’d like to get some information prior. I see online stuff about union and non union gigs and actors being classified as those or SAG eligible. Can you help tell me what exactly they mean? Does bei…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
actor / bartender looking to split cheap studio / 1 bedroom in LA with another likeminded tenacious soul tryin' to get ahead
i've been around the block a lil bit and I've come to the conclusion that the way to get ahead is to have the cheapest rent possible so you can work minimally and spend all your time doing acting stuff, so that's what I'm trying to do. i just moved here from NYC and everybody i know has good living situations already w…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Asking a CD a question on Actors Access
Today I got a really cool audition on Actors Access. I'm pretty stoked about it because it would be a pretty big deal to me if I got it, and I submitted for it like 3 weeks ago so I had pretty much forgotten about it completely. However, the role was pretty vague in the breakdown, but once I read over the sides, I noti…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
A junior in high school and not sure how to go about my future
For the past year, I’ve really developed a passion for acting, especially after seeing performances by Heath Ledger and Timothée Chalamet. I want nothing more than to pursue acting, but I’m not sure how to go about it. I’m generally speaking pretty smart, and naturally good at writing. Despite that, I haven’t had the h…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Has anyone gotten work off of Actors Access? Also Wendy Alane Wright question.
I've gotten some auditions, and I'm still relatively new to the site, but I'm curious if anyone actually books work through it. Has anyone signed up for Wendy's paid services? I'm just curious what they entail and if the actor felt like what they learned was worth the price tag. Whether it be the Winners Circle, or a m…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Moving to Toronto - best area to commute from for actors?
Hey guys, I'm a new actress living in Alberta at the moment. Going to be moving to Toronto by Fall 2019 without a car (too many added expenses). Is this very inconvenient as an actor in Toronto? Are a lot of auditions held all over GTA, or mainly in Toronto downtown? I do not have an agent atm, and realistically don't…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
So I’m now working on broadway productions...but not as an actor.
Hey there folks, I’m fairly new to reddit so forgive me if I mess anything up here. So I just got hired into a theatre that does shows from all over, including broadway and London. The only thing is that I’m a stagehand. I want to be an actor, and believe me, I’m not complaining about this job. I just hope it doesn’t e…
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Sep 13
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 · 13 Sep 2018
What is the easiest way to gain access to youth talent?
I'm shooting an incredibly powerful 2 year docuseries on YouTube, and I would like to find some local youth talent to help film a short trailer. I live in Indianapolis.
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
Looking for NYC based bodybuilder-actors!
I am directing a play I wrote, called Gain!, that rehearses and performs September-October-November. It's about four young bodybuilders. Please let me know if you are interested in auditioning or have friends who might be.
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
What kind of websites do you all use?
is there a good place/app to practice lines/share reels with other actors?
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
ACTOR'S LINK OPINION
The thing on Actors Access that charges? Has anyone taken advantage of it? If so, what were the results? I just want to get myself a bit more out there. Thank you for any and all opinions :) ​ EDIT- Talent Link is what it's called. I'm a dork. But still same question!
Reddit · 13 Sep 2018
IMDb pro worth it?
All I need to do is adding my pic to cast page,is IMDb pro membership worth it? This is what’s happening. I was in the film project, director created my name for cast. I created my IMDb account, but my actor name is already exit cuz my director created as cast. So my own IMDb account can’t use same name as my actor nam…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
Any budding actors in Australia / South Australia
Where do you get info on auditions and casting calls?
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
Getting SAG through extra vouchers (NYC)
I'm working on getting that sag-eligible status, I'm signed up for central casting and submit for extra work on casting networks. NYC actors how many of you have actually gotten your SAG card through extra work? If so how long did it take you, are there any shows that have a higher probably of getting vouchers from?
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
I’m starting to feel like pursuing acting is just impossible if you’re working class
I haven’t been able to afford to even take an acting class is years, I’m stuck waiting tables because I’ve yet to find another job that makes enough money to afford LA / NYC that’s also flexible.... it’s like I’m free falling with no safety net and it’s just the worst feeling in the world. I truly don’t know how anybod…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
[CORRECTED DATE] AMA Announcement: Jeff Seymour Round 2, Friday 9/14 noon EST
Hey everyone, I mentioned this in another post but Jeff Seymour expressed an interest in doing another round of an AMA here so we're scheduling that for Friday 9/14 at noon EST. Jeff is an actor, teacher, and director with a podcast and a book about his approach. More info about him here: http://reallifeactor.com and h…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
Post-graduate school to get into acting?
I love acting, and I never got to major it in college. I want to be an actress, and I know I have the chops for it, so I want to pursue acting but unfortunately don't have classes in my area. If I were to choose a post-graduate school or masters program for acting, where should I go? I know there's a bunch of schools i…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
It's time! The Second Dual AMA between /r/Screenwriting and /r/Acting is right here
Hey actors, places (thank you places). Post your questions for screenwriters here, and [don't forget to head over to /r/screenwriting to answer their questions for us](https://old.reddit.com/r/Screenwriting/comments/9faqqd/dual_community_ask_me_anything_racting_meets/). **Don't forget to subscribe to both subreddits, y…
Reddit · 12 Sep 2018
Two film directors say I have too much energy
This is a criticism I have gotten twice when auditioning for small film projects in my area. They just say I have to much energy when reading my lines at auditions. I'm not really sure what this means whether I'm too loud or too excited? I've done almost all theatre work in the past 2 years so I'm not sure if that has…
Stage 32 · 11 Sep 2018
New kind of casting app
Hello everyone!I’m a filmmaker and like many of my colleagues I was so frustrated by the talent search and casting process, that I decided to try to change that.I’m developing a unique casting and talent management app “StreetKast” and I need your help in spreading information about it and supporting my crowdfunding ca…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2018
AMA Announcement: Jeff Seymour round 2, Thursday 9/13 noon EST
Hey everyone, I mentioned this in another post but Jeff Seymour expressed an interest in doing another round of an AMA here so we're scheduling that for Thursday 9/13 at noon EST. Jeff is an actor, teacher, and director with a podcast and a book about his approach. More info about him here: http://reallifeactor.com and…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2018
When is it ok to detach from a project?
I’m having a huge dilemma. I (perhaps stupidly) got myself attached to a project without knowing much about it and am starting to regret it. I’ve never met the director, who lives in a different country and who (perhaps equally stupidly) cast me on the basis of a headshot and a recommendation from a mutual friend, who…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2018
YOUR TURN TO TALK...TELL ME WHAT YOU LOVE ABOUT ACTING
Passion. It is what makes life worthwhile. Do you feel it? If you say you want to be an actor, you must have an overpowering reason. You’ve got to know it’s not the easiest job in the world. The odds are against you. Still you can’t give up the dream because it’s what you want more than anything else. Why? I do a lot o…
Reddit · 11 Sep 2018
Reel Talk - Sep 11
Use this post as a place to get feedback on your reels, ask questions regarding reels, post reels you've seen that you think are awesome, anything reel-related.
Reddit · 11 Sep 2018
For the love of--if someone posts a headshot looking for feedback, don't hit on them or just say they're pretty. This is an acting subreddit.
Good job fellas! Looks like we'll be adding a new rule. If anyone does this please report them so we can hand them a 24-hour ban. Also, when someone asks what their type is and you say "my type," you're not being anywhere near as clever as you think.
Stage 32 · 10 Sep 2018
Richie walls entertainment webinar masterclass series
Want to learn from the Daytime Emmy Award-winning producer, casting director, and talent manager Richie Walls? Join him for the two-hour masterclass series from the comfort of your own home and work on your auditioning, acting, and business of acting. Richie is currently producing a large slate and casting multiple pro…
Stage 32 · 10 Sep 2018
Actress Looking for work
Hello Everyone! I'm an actress looking to get some film credits on my resume. If you know of anyone that is holding auditions for student films, or independant projects I am most certainly interested. Currently in school doing getting my BA in Performing Arts Theatre with a Minor in film. So most of the work that I hav…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2018
Getting into Film/TV as a 30+ Year Old
Hi there, I’ve read the sidebar and am looking at getting started on some of those suggestions (starting classes, etc.). There are a few nuances and pieces of advice that I’m hoping the r/acting community can weigh in on. This is a fairly lengthy post, so TL;DR - is there any sense in reaching out to agents with a head…
Reddit · 10 Sep 2018
Having Trouble Finding Actors To Bring On For A Coffee Commercial. Any Advice?
So I run an online coffee company located in Tacoma, WA and I am struggling to find people. The few people that I do find and purpose this idea to, only 2 so far, are really excited about the idea and want to be apart of the project. How can I go about finding more local actors?