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?
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,…
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…
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…
Reddit · 14 Nov 2021
Are actors allowed to have boundaries when accepting or declining roles?
Thoughts?
Reddit · 14 Nov 2021
How do you get into the business without going to film school?
I’ve wanted to be an actor since I was 14, and only recently wanted to go to film school….until I figured out how much it costs, so I wanted to ask how you get into film because google won’t tell me anything.
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…
Reddit · 14 Nov 2021
Do I have to make sure the actors I want for my cartoon want to voice act the characters?
So since I am 16 and want to make a cartoon and for my voice actors I want Brooklynn Prince, Asher Angel, maybe Nicole Sullivan or whatever? But I am curious to know if Brooklynn Prince or Asher Angel would be interested in doing voice acting for my cartoon???
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…
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
Reddit · 13 Nov 2021
Any other actors out there that struggle with OCD intrusive thoughts/ constant line fixation/memorizing?
I know this is a niche group if anyone relates but I figured I’d give it a try. I have ocd with intrusive thoughts and unfortunately this affects me a lot as an actor. My mind obsessively goes over my lines for either an audition, callback or if I get the part- the whole play. I can’t sleep, take a nap or rest because…
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…
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…
Reddit · 13 Nov 2021
Shower thought: if editors get paid for test edits why don’t actors get paid for self tapes?
My boyfriend is a video editor. Sometimes to “audition” him clients ask him to edit a test video for which he gets paid $150-$200. He can often spend 8 hours, sometimes more on a test edit. If they like him, they bring him on the project for his day rate. Now, imagine if you got a couple of hundred bucks for those self…
Reddit · 13 Nov 2021
What do you think is the best website builder for a voice actor?
Howdy! I'm looking to build a website and wanted to get some opinions on which website builders you've enjoyed using. I just tried dabbling in Godaddy.com for the first time but when I looked to upload demos, it seems like the best option it gives me is to implement soundcloud links..which isn't really what I want to d…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Attractive, affordable websites for voice talent
**Most voice talent websites suck. Ours don't.** Most voice over actor websites are terrible. They look dated. They have weird spacing. They look wrong on mobile. And they make skilled talent look amateur. Yikes. Show casting and talent agents you’re the real deal with a professional website that stands out from the cr…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
What are some features of the best voice actor websites?
What are some of the features you need to incorporate into your website if you want to make it as a voice actor? I'd love to hear your ideas and I have some of my own: **Your best demo right up top.** If people are visiting your website to listen to your demo, it should be really easy to find. Your best work should be…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Homophobic manager. What would you do?
Need advice. My manager (I don’t have an agent) found a relationship podcast deal for me a few months ago. He then told me I wasn’t allowed to have gay/alternative lifestyle guests on the program. I walked away. Because zero dollars are worth excluding an entire community. *Note - my family has NUMEROUS gay/lesbian mem…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Audition Times
Say auditions are being held between 9 to 5. Are you given a specific time to audition or is it just going by the order the actor arrives? I will be working a shift that is only from 5am to 1pm.
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Feeling Overwhelmed
Let me just first say that I’m not completely new to acting but I’m by no means established either. I joined this community very recently, and I’m happy to be a part of it. My main goal is to get better, learn new skills/techniques and book more work. I’m a 26yr old actor from Canada, who has had training in film/tv an…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
I have no clue what I’m doing
In all honestly I’ve always thought about acting but I’ve got no theatrical background whatsoever absolutely nothing even remotely within the category but I do really want to be some sort of actress or model but have no idea how to go about it. Does anyone have any tips and ideas for me?
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
What should I do?
I’m broke, I’m in college and I hate it. I want to be an actress in Hollywood or London. I feel like trying to make a living as actor in my home country would be a waste of time. Is that wrong ? And should I stay in college?
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Done with the pursuit, just want someone else to provide a counter perspective for others
Hello reddit acting community. I recently posted this into another space.. but that post was 9 years old and felt that it may be more relevant as a new post. Anywho, please find a few of the reasons I'm pulling the plug on this pathway - at the end I'd love for others to hop into the conversation to provide counterpoin…
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Ever notice how many movie actors have big heads? Or are a little short so their heads appear larger? If you have a big head, or appear to have a big head, you should consider a career in movie acting.
Normal-sized heads look small on the big-screen.
Reddit · 12 Nov 2021
Best place to put your audition recordings?
I have a few podcasts going and frequently ask for voice actors. When I do, many are not sure how to get me their recording. What is your suggestion? What is the easiest turnkey way to get a podcaster your recording? I would like to suggest something next time as an easy solution.
Reddit · 11 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…
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
Bad Child Acting In TV Shows
Do they usually choose child actors off their looks or actual acting when casting for 1 specific episode? I usually hate TV (Especially Crime Shows) episodes that centers around the Stars needing info from a kid or something like that because the interactions are always so fucking weird, cringy, and poorly acted. Are k…
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
How does the film industry work in Spain?
I have noticed a lot of Spanish actors move to Madrid because that is where most auditions and TV and film productions are. Is moving to Barcelona instead of Madrid to pursue acting in TV and film worth it?
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
Getting a Manager for Actors who reside outside of US
Anyone have experience getting a manager in US? Is having a visa an absolute must- as in no one will consider you if you do not have a visa? Just curious, would love to hear your 2 cents. Thank you thank you!!
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
Tongue splitting as an actor
Hey acting community. I work as an actor atm and am supposed to be working on some film related stuff later this year if not early next. I really wanna get my tongue split but am afraid it'll ruin my acting career. Does anyone have any experience or knowledge with how tongue splits appear on camera and how noticable th…
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
What's A Good Starting Laptop?
Ive been in the market for a laptop for a little while now, and I am a little overwhelmed with all of the options. I'm looking for something that's preferably not too pricey, but that i can still do everything I need to do on. Any recommendations? Thanks in advance voice actors of reddit!
Reddit · 11 Nov 2021
Okay, basically, i want to become a voice actor, but for my stories, i'm a writer, how do i start?
Basically, i thought it'd be Fun to dub my own characters, i mean, a Lot of directors direct and act, and they literally got the sound design dude for general grievous. I'm praticing alone for sometime, muttering words and trying to Control my tone, and i think i'm making some progress but i need some guidance. Basical…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
acting classes are making me unhappy
tldr: I love acting, but I think acting classes are making me unhappy. Why do I feel like this? Should I keep taking them anyway? First off, I absolutely LOVE auditioning. Love it. I don't have to get the role or even get shortlisted, I just love auditioning. Of course, if I do get a role, I also love being on set or o…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Risky to do TalentLink (finds you talent agency) and potentially lose my current agency?
My current talent agency is "okay." I've been with them for years (never signed any exclusivity contract) and have gotten me some decent co-stars, but they only send me auditions once a month. TalentLink allows an actor to pay a fee for their profile to be submitted to many talent agencies. [Here's a link to Talent Lin…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Venting… Actor’s Access
I got an audition yesterday evening with less than a 24 hour turnaround, due today by 1pm EST. I studied as much as possible to be off book. Taped it this morning, gave myself time to edit and upload etc. The casting director (big CD that I’ve never auditioned for) asked specifically for a headshot from today with same…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
National Walmart Commercial Questions
​ My husband and I are in a Walmart holiday commercial that started airing on 10/24/21. Me being in the commercial was a complete fluke. I like being behind the scenes. My husband is the actor. However, this is our first National and I’m so confused about how residuals work. We got paid for our session, Covid te…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Is acting a career I should look into?
I’m 21 years old and I am very lost with my life, not knowing what direction I want to go. I had an idea one night that maybe I should pursue acting or at least go into the entertainment industry. I remember this one event in my university marching band hosted that I commentated 2 years back. I got a lot of people comp…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Is it even worth the hassle to get "office-appropriate clothes"? what are the chances?
I'll be doing my first "work" as a background actor soon, and, almost definitely the last, cause i'm just doing this for the experience. The experience to probably be treated like scum between toes, and eat lukewarm soup for lunch, as far as i've heard. I'm as excited as a prostitute waiting to get railed by Harvey Wei…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Acting Classes in Maryville Tn or Knoxville Tn Area
Hello, I have been looking into acting as a career for a while now. Acting classes would benefit me greatly. I was wondering if anyone knew of acting classes in Maryville Tn? If not then in the Knoxville Tn area. I know that a few studios have been filming in the area, and a few actors have moved to the area. The ones…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Am I obliged to work again if recalled?
Recently I booked a non-union background gig as a Police Officer. There were no notes in the original casting call stating that I would potentially be required to work additional days. A few days after the job was completed, I got a text from a casting assistant telling me I was booked to work *again* for a date the fo…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Theater Opportunities in LA
I’m kind of feeling stuck in an acting class I’m taking. Im worrying whether or not I even want to be an actor even though it’s been a huge part of my identity since I was 8. I’m 19 and haven’t acted in something substantial since before COVID and I realized that’s probably part of the issue. I don’t know my identity a…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Bad news for Actors & anyone in the Entertainment Industry
Before I declare my prediction, because at the end of the day that is all this post is, I'd like to say that I harbor no animosity towards the entertainment industry. In all honestly, even though I'm a major in CS and Finance at a good university, I've always been more interested in the entertainment industry, in parti…
Reddit · 10 Nov 2021
Where to live in Atlanta for actors
Where is the best cheap area for actors in the Atlanta area to rent? I'm looking for a safe area that is not crazy expensive.
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
How Do I take my First Small Step into a Larger World?
Hey guys! This is my first time posting on Reddit after a long time of just being a reader. I'm 21 years old and like most people following this subreddit I'd like to find my way of entering the film making industry in hopes of being and actor and filmmaker. My main problem is I have about 0 connections to this industr…
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
Just got pinned for a role 14 years younger than me.
Don't let 'age' in scripts throw you. I had two other actresses this year tell me I am 'crazy' to think I could get cast as younger - but I was being sincere when I said I get cast in a variety of age ranges - and I just got pinned for a role that requires a woman to be in her 20s. I am glad I didn't listen to them bec…
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
Why are there so many assholes in this industry?
I mean I love it, dont get me wrong. But like sometimes I feel that there are too many assholes in this industry. ​ I also work in sales and theres many assholes too but recently I spent time with a friend who works with education in a school and we went to her friends birthday. Most people being those who work…
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
Emotional Support for Actors
Greetings Fam!! I hope everyone is having fun with their passion for storytelling. I have worked as an actor for over 15 years. I am not famous. I do not make millions of dollars. As a matter of fact I took this entire year off from acting to try and better understand the work and see if it is really something I want i…
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
What credit for a non-speaking role in a re-enactment for a documentary/true crime show?
I'm unclear how a role like this is credited. I was recently cast in a non-union true crime show, playing a real named person who was part of the crime, re-enacting the events. I don't speak on screen--instead there is narration over the top of several of us acting out the events. Is a part like that a background actor…
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
How to have a fake name ?
I don't want to use my real name as an actress, but isn't it complicated when it comes to signing contracts and stuff ? Like, do I put my real name on a contract, or my fake name, or both ? Does anyone here uses a different name in their job than in their private life ?
Reddit · 9 Nov 2021
Scared that film will ruin my future career?
Hey all, longtime lurker. So I did a film awhile ago that I thought really wouldn't go anywhere. Low-budget independent. My time on set was atrocious. There are too many details to account for here, but there was a lot of unprofessional behavior. People throwing tantrums, people walking off set and quitting, my makeup/…