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Reddit · 5 Mar 2022

Looking for a monologue for film..

I hope some of you can lend me some valuable and interesting suggestions. There’s a local casting call for a short film and they want actors to submit a short monologue. Plot: Drama that follows Isaac on his last day of living, when he unknowingly comes across the angel of death who gives him the kiss of death. Charact…

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Reddit · 5 Mar 2022

Playful character driven motivation that isn’t boring?

Hi friends — I have a question regarding motivation of my character and a way that’s playful for my actor and the character’s inferiority. The story is about a student turning in their frat brothers to the school after several sexually assaults a girl at a campus party. The issue I’m fighting is that for me — this stor…

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Reddit · 5 Mar 2022

(Atlanta) New Agency has offered me a contract. Should I accept?

I've been with my first agent for a few years now, and I've always been told they're a starter agency. They've gotten me work, but the truth is that my agent has way too many clients and has dropped the ball on several things. I've got a foot in the door, having done a few commercials and a supporting film role. I'm re…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

Can I have a voice acting career with rhotacism?

I am a sorta successful electrical engineering student and I love what I am doing. But evet since I heard the voice of gollum from lord of the rings, voice acting has become my passion. I think I am good at putting emotion into my voice and making variety of different sounds. The problem is, I have rhotacism which mean…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

Anyone else hate the secrecy and think it’s unnecessary?

Some of my most recent bookings play the secrecy game TOO much. What I mean is that they don’t even send me call sheets. No sides until I get to my trailer. Just like how the grips or electricians need the call sheet to prep what and how they will plan their day, actors need the same thing! I had this happen for a _com…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

I feel somewhat lied to?

I submitted to a management agency in January because this manager ive been following on twitter for a while said in a post that he just signed an actress with no credits. Saying that credits don't really matter. I have been waiting to submit to this management but when I saw the post I was like, "Why not submit now?"…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

Toronto! What acting studios do you go to?

I have experience (went to school and all that and booked gigs) and have a mid tier agent in the city. What studios do you go to? I haven’t been in an actual class in a while, but have been doing so privately. I’m currently choosing between ProActors Lab and LB Studio, but I need to know more about them. Any insight on…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

How to tell if it's you or your agency

Perennial actor problem, I've been with an agency (NYC) for about nine months and they've gotten me enough auditions to keep me on the hook, til about three months ago. I emailed to see if there was anything I could do on my end to make myself more marketable and they wrote back with my February submission report and s…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

Toronto Agents for beginners

Looking for recommendations for Toronto agents that are more likely to take on beginner actors that have proper training, headshots, self tapes but no credits yet? I’ve looked through the ACTRA list but am having a hard time gauging which agents are more “low-tiered” and would actually consider actors without any forma…

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Reddit · 4 Mar 2022

Can I submit for a role that is out of my state?

For some reason Actor's Access has been sending me "I'm a good fit for..." recommendations in Louisiana, Atlanta, and Arizona. I'm an Los Angeles actor. I double checked my notifications to see if I accidentally checked something but it says that it's all Los Angeles. So, it got me to thinking: Can I submit to them? Th…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

Where do agents find casting calls?

Besides casting sites such as Actors Access and Casting Networks if anywhere else. Also, do all agents get access to the same casting calls no matter how small/big the agency?

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

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 · 3 Mar 2022

Seeking Voice actors for a podcast series.

Hi, I’m looking for any voice actors to act out a script I’m writing for a podcast. This is not a paid gig, but it’s great to add to your acting resume. If interested please message me.

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

Im afraid of pursuing my dream "becoming an actor" ....need help / a different mindset

Hey there :), for a very long time now (my aunt likes to say its been since I was a child) I want to become an actor or do smth acting related. Since I didnt have the easiest childhood I havent had much time for acting or theatre but the dream remained until i started participating in musicals (from 7th grade on) and l…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

ACTOR LIFE HACKS: Postcard TIPS to get instant results

Thanks for the advice on my past posts - I am gonna postcard some CDs and I am curious as to what secrets/tips you've used to get instant results? \-Do you wait til after the project comes out or send the week of / try to time it to release as it comes out? \-What companies do you use to print? \-Do you directly target…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

"Dead Eyes" Podcast - highly recommend

This podcast is a great listen for actors - talks a lot about the rejections, triumphs, and struggles of the typical actor. Some of the episodes have great insight about the profession, and great guests. Here's the premise: A NYC actor, Connor Ratliff (UCB NY, "Maisel", many other credits), when he had finished grad sc…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

I want to become an actor

I’m living in Canada right now and I have no experience but I want to. What can I do to achieve my goal from the smallest step possible?

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

I Feel Like My Own Being Is Not Meant for Acting

For the first time, someone offered feedback on my audition (that I think went incredibly well) and told me I was too rigid and that I wasn’t listening enough, even when I was improvising. That’s something I keep hearing and that has always kept me from having interesting roles. I have been working on this my whole lif…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

CD wants me to send my IMDb but I don’t have one - what should I do?

I’m a newbie actor who’s just getting started! I’ve been doing whatever open call or auditions that I can get my hands on, and I recently got my first callback ever! Today the CD reached out to me again days after I submitted my callback tapes to ask for my IMDb page. I don’t have one because I don’t have any credits y…

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Reddit · 3 Mar 2022

How often are you in an acting class?

This is mostly directed to actors with agents, auditioning regularly, and *(very fortunately)* booking professional gigs. I’m thinking of getting back into a class, as I’ve seen only been doing one on one coaching with my acting coach. Would doing a class and some one on one coaching be overkill *(it would be overkill…

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

actors tips

i want to get into acting, I’ve been doing some extra jobs- should I now get an agent?

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

Looking for an agent while moving - Advice needed

Hello fellow actors! I currently live in LA but I will be moving to the PNW in 2 months. (Advice saying don't move is not helpful bc the move is already set and non-negotiable.) I am also looking for new representation. My current plan is to submit to agencies as living in LA (bc I currently do) and update them when I…

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

Thinking of Dropping Agent

I'm an Australian actor who signed with my current agent 12 months ago. She runs a smaller agency with a big book filled with stand-ins, picture doubles, extras and commercial actors, no real big successful working character actors. I signed with her with only a few credits and a headshot to my name, since then I booke…

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

An actor who never watches film or television?

Hey everyone! I'm an actor in his mid-20s in Los Angeles. I've been pursuing acting for the past few years. The problem, if you can call it that, is I never have any time to watch movies or television. I'm busy 24/7 with acting classes/rehearsals, reading scripts, breaking down characters, self-submitting, memorizing s…

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

Agent Blasters. Anyone used it?

Hello actors of Reddit, i’m an active based in LA I’m a member of actors equity and I’ve been working professionally for the past 13 years across the country in theater (musicals mostly. Some Shakespeare). I’m desperately looking for film and TV representation but because I don’t have a large résumé or a real is quite…

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

Unvaxxed Actor.

So I my agent just sent me an audition for a great show, *guest star role*. Obviously it requires vaccination, but for personal reasons I don't, and will hopefully never get vaccinated. Has anybody else missed opportunities because of this?

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Reddit · 2 Mar 2022

Group chat for actors in NYC & LA

I’m looking to create a group chat for actors in NYC & LA. That way we can help each other with self-tape auditions & give encouragement as well! Anyone want to join? If you message me your instagram, or phone number I’ll add you in:) Friendly actors only.

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

How to get into Voice acting (no experience)

Hi there! I am sure this has been asked elsewhere and my apologies in advance if this is redundant. I just hope I can get the answers that I really need so that I can finally give myself a shot. I'm going through a bit of a difficult time in my life (ok, it is a very tough time for me) and it is time to live for me and…

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Would I be a good voice actor or is this just cringe?

I was thinking of becoming a voice actor specifically video games and I just wonder if I have the right voice for that. Here's my voice in an American Accent, reading a line from Life is Strange: https://voca.ro/11pZ8wWd049c

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

looking for two male actors or two males

I have an event on April 21st 2022 and I am looking for two male actors to dress up as a Mountie downtown Toronto for further details please contact me

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

I am not where I want to be in my career

Throwaway account. I am an actor/singer in my mid to late 20’s living in the Chicago area. I have an acting degree, am currently non-equity, and do not have an agent at the moment. I performed in some store front theatre when I got out of college, but I haven’t yet worked with some of the more well-known equity theatre…

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Background and experience

(23F) I feel like so many of you have so much background in the arts, whether it be a professional schooling, starting young, etc,. I took a free class with Margie Haber and it felt like everyone on it had some kind of experience and I have 2 background roles in a play in elementary school and middle school. Like backg…

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Winnie Hillers reddit actingclass is shit

Beware! This teacher is a narcissist. She claims to be an acting coach, but she knows nothing about the craft. She is a hack. If you disagree with her she will publicly shame you. She says that her technique is the only truth and only the good actors stay in her class and the shitty ones leave. Sounds like what a cult…

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Is All Casting a good site to submit to?

I mainly use Actors Access and Casting Networks to submit to roles and I just came across All Casting. Wondering if any of you guys use and if you get a lot of auditions/gigs out of it. Thanks!!

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Update: An Inspiring Message from An Actor Going After His Dream Role

Hi folks! A couple months ago, as a rising actor, I started a petition to get an audition for my dream role as Static in Michael B. Jordan's upcoming superhero film. I was met with flack but fought on. Because I did, I not only made [the evening news ](https://longisland.news12.com/suffolk-county-engineer-hopes-to-audi…

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

Looking for Female VA for Tomboyish girl role

Looking for Voice Actress for tomboyish character, will need to interview through discord. Looking to make multiple videos in the future with same character and therefore VA, if interested please direct message. Payment though PayPal, $30USD but definitely negotiable.

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Reddit · 1 Mar 2022

I love entertainment and want to be in it so much

I love entertainment and want to be in it so much. The escapism of it all just excites me and being in films and movies that invokes the emotions and laughs of the audience is some of my biggest dreams imaginable. It's come to the point where I literally spend a majority of my time constantly thinking about it and I ho…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

Essence of the character vs Inner Emotional Lines

Hey! This question is directed towards anybody who is familiar with William Esper's books. He talks about finding the Essence of your character e.g perfectionist and also inner emotional lines e.g A depressed man. I am having trouble figuring out what is different about these two things? Could someone maybe explain it…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

Going to an acting class just for fun/a hobby?

So I’m not really interested in pursing acting as a career or anything (yet… who knows what’ll happen) nor was I ever very interested in drama at school, but I do love movies and appreciate a good actor. I was looking for some knife skill classes online and saw a an acting class that was 9 sessions, 3 hours long, and a…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

Financial advice (preferably UK) How much do West End leads make?

Hey guys, like most of us I’ve always wanted to be an actor for as I can remember. I was wondering if there’s anyone out there who has any insight on how much (new face) leads in a West End show make weekly? For example roles like Epoinine in Les Mis, Christine in Phantom, The four seasons in Jersey boys etc.. that sor…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

First time staged reading -- Tips? Should I be off book?

Hi all! I usually don't do much theater acting, but I got cast in a staged reading for a really awesome original play. We'll meet before the actual reading for a rehearsal, but it's fairly a short amount of time and I'm not sure what I should have prepared for it. Are actors mostly off-book for the staged reading? Do y…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

Non-Union Meal Penalty?

I'm having trouble finding information online, but are non-union background actors eligible to get a meal penalty if they worked over 6 hours without a meal break? New York state law says that employers are required to give a 30 minute uninterrupted meal break, but I'm not sure if it specifies what happens when it is b…

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Reddit · 28 Feb 2022

February 2021 Audition Stats

I want to start doing audition stats every month if I can to show how much work goes into auditions and show my progress and show the reality that you will NOT book everything you audition for. I will start by saying that I am non-union and not repped so when I say 'Star, Co-star, Supporting' i'm talking about short fi…