Reddit · 7 Jul 2020
The wife and I are SAG actors. The industry has been shut down, so we’ve turned to filming shorts with an iPhone...
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Reddit · 7 Jul 2020
New-ish to Shakespeare
So i've been getting into Shakespeare this past year and I wanted some insight as to how I can begin to tackle the ins and outs. I'd love to take some classes of course but I don't think that's going to happen for me until at least COVID ends. I've started by reading a few of his plays (R&J, Comedy of Errors) with the…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
Advice on moving forward, please.
Hello, I'm hoping to get some advice on the path I've started. I've snagged some gear. I have an MXL V67G mic, PreSonus Audiobox96 USB, pop filter, shock absorber, cables and stand etc, and I'm looking into trying Reaper as my software. I'm planning a sound booth, probably a basic pvc one for now. It's been a few years…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
Voice clone software that isn't TTS
I'm an animator and I am looking for a voice clone software that ISN'T text to speech. I'd like to be able to make my own scratch recordings with the timing and emotional beats, to make it easier for the voice actor to understand the direction of the script. So far, the only apps I see will clone a voice but then you a…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
Red flags in voice acting?
I’m very new to this but from what I’ve seen in this sub so far, it seems like being exploited or taken advantage of as a voice actor is a real risk. For a newbie, what are some red flags I should look out for as I try and get my first job?
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
Do you get feedback from your reps about self-tapes?
I'm just curious. Been with my manager a couple years. He used to tell me when he was happy with a tape, or help choose between takes. Now I often don't even get confirmation that he's received it. I'm not looking for a pat on the back, but we actors can put hours into a tape, and sometimes it feels like throwing it do…
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
An Actor Prepares was so good
I read the book a couple months back and was enthralled by the writing, the use of narrative to teach Stanslavskis ideas regarding acting, and his different metaphors through out the book were really useful. Did anyone else find this book to be incredible?
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
SAG actors - anybody working right now? I haven't had an audition, let alone a job, since March.
This is starting to get rough, and I'm trying to figure out how to navigate everything going forward. Prior to quarantine I was at 2-3 auditions/week for episodic TV. If something doesn't happen soon I feel like I'm gonna have to move back home until we have some concrete news.
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
Where can I find a community of actors between the ages of 18-30 on facebook/instagram?
I am looking for actors within my age range to connect with on instagram and facebook to see what they are up to but I am having trouble trying to locate some, any tips? Also a bonus would be locating a community with a faith based approach to acting as well, thank you!
Reddit · 6 Jul 2020
What result-oriented work have you done as an actor during quarantine?
I’ve written for myself and done a bunch of zoom calls for upcoming scripts and some fun auditions - glad to hear my mgr is saying my tapes are getting more and more solid - and while improving your audition game is great I’d love to hear of anyone that’s shot something that’s out there and getting results / heat? I ke…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2020
Actors who wear glasses and can’t wear contacts: how hard is it to be on set blind and other questions.
I am no longer able to wear contacts due to my eye condition worsening and becoming more prone to infections and allergies (even with proper cleaning, never sleeping or showering in them, wearing 8 hours max, or wearing daily use disposables). I also am likely not a candidate for LASIK, not that I can afford it anyway.…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2020
How to stay on character without breaking character
How to keep a straight face while you’re on character as an actor like andy kaufman that makes there character way more believable without breaking a laugh is there any advice on how to stay on character
Reddit · 5 Jul 2020
Tomorrow, I have a casting/test session to become a voice actor for a small video game dubbing studio.
And it's an exercice I've tried sometimes, I know how to work with a lip-sync track and I trust myself to not drop the ball... But still, I'm a bit nervous. I've mostly acted on stage or for amateur or semi-professional short-movies so this is a brand new professional step and for something I've been dreaming of doing…
Reddit · 5 Jul 2020
Newbie question: do you get a schedule of which scenes are shooting on each day? Then actors, memorize their lines depending on which scene they shoot
I’ve noticed that scripts could be up to 100 pages so I always wondered how actors memorize their lines
Reddit · 5 Jul 2020
I want to get back into acting but I have questions about changes in the industry
I grew up acting and have done a few things of note. But when I was a teenager, I left the industry to finish my education at a regular public school. I lost my momentum and have missed it ever since. I want to start auditioning again but I have so many questions about the acting side of the industry as it exists today…
Reddit · 4 Jul 2020
To all the regulars here, prepare for newbies to start referencing this tweet/tiktok that freaking Bob Iger actually responded to.
https://twitter.com/pattonoswalt/status/1278915322561454080 Description: Dude makes a tiktok (albeit a very well put together one, but nothing to do with acting) and says "Please retweet this enough so that Disney calls" and Bob Iger actually tweeted at the guy saying "Everyone's gonna know your name." I'm pretty sure…
Reddit · 4 Jul 2020
Is it beneficial for a talent to learn stunt training?
At the beginning of the year, I was on the fence on whether or not to undergo stunt training. I read one of these subreddits that they (producers) will prefer to have the stunt double do the stunt, for fear if the actor gets hurt, production shuts down and you take a job from another. I’m highly against taking work fro…
Reddit · 4 Jul 2020
Online auditions
Hi guys! I've been wondering if Netflix, Nickelodeon, Disney etc. are doing online auditions. I live in a country where there aren't any options for a teenager (16 years old, female). I adore acting and I really want to try my luck (I've had roles in school plays). I know Neil Meron posted on Twitter on 11 Feb for the…
Reddit · 4 Jul 2020
Acting in NYC with COVID
Hey everyone first of all I think it is awesome how many of you all have been so active with your acting from home between auditions, monologues, and online classes. It is great to see! My question is for the actors in NY (mostly film and TV wise) do you think there is going to be much going on before there is a vaccin…
Reddit · 4 Jul 2020
What should I get?
Hey I'm an aspiring voice actor and I dont know what equipment I need, I have a very low budget so I can't buy anything expensive, anyone know anything?
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
“Actors Wall”
Have any of you folks ever hit a wall where you can’t seem to make any line sound right? I’ve had this for over a year and I just don’t know how to get past it. I try to remember what I was doing a few years back that made me so much more talented than I am today, but I can’t seem to bring myself back up to that level.…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
I do well when I'm on stage, but I'm awkward around colleagues and don't connect to them easily. Did anyone have a similar problem and how did you fix it?
I've been acting (mostly in theatre) for two years now. I keep getting better and better, I don't really have much of a stage fright anymore and I love what I do. But at times, I'm still very awkward around some colleagues and don't know how to interact with them. Not all of them, I always manage to make a few friends,…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
Why are acting methods necessary?
Please forgive my ignorance. This question is being asked by someone who’s only taken beginning acting classes, and hasn’t been exposed to methods/techniques like Stanislavsky, meisner, etc. I don’t understand why they are necessary. I’ve gone into auditions and done cold reads as an untrained, unrefined actor and stil…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
Acting through narration/storytelling
I think the most unfortunate effect of the prevalence of CGI is films have become so focused on visuals they neglect to develop the skills of their actors to captivate the audience just by speaking. I’m not talking just monologue, though one of the first examples that comes to mind is Quint’s monologue (and pick your p…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
backstage podcast
Im just getting into the backstage podcast.. anybody know of any good episodes where actors discuss their audition/preparation process?
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
I'm a 22 year old from Ireland, where should I, ddrrelocate?
Hello fellow thespians. I am a 22 year old from Ireland with dreams of being a successful actor, writer and director. Unfortunately where I am from is not the best place for such opportunities so I'd like to ask for thoughts and suggestions in regards to where I should think of relocating, (is LA all it's cracked up to…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2020
Having trouble reading aloud unlike when reading in my mind.
Hello everyone, I hope you're all in good health and doing well in your endeavors. I joined this subreddit approximately two months ago and I must say, I'm amazed by this community, you guys and gals are very knowledgeable and you share your wisdom for free with such amiability. So props to you all! I can't discernibly…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2020
NYC One On One audition (Krawkower)
Hi, I know there were already threads about One on One but I'm frustrated with the audition process. I auditioned twice and didn't get in. I'm not saying I'm this incredible actor but I've always gotten consistently good feedback in different acting programs, work solidly on my pieces, and know what I'm doing. I sent a…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2020
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 2
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 · 2 Jul 2020
Overcoming obstacles when auditioning - how to nail your next audition.
An audition is your first step to reaching a creative project in film and TV and can be one of the toughest parts in the film industry. Many actors will want this so bad, that they make small but integral mistakes and fail at the first step of this creative process; the audition. Auditioning is a tough skill to master…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2020
Trouble Finding New Agent
Hi! Canadian here in Toronto. I know there's the pandemic, but things are opening up in Toronto and from what I know, in-person auditions are now happening in limited capacity and of course self-tapes are the norm. But all that aside: I'm an actress that's been acting on and off since I was around 16. I'm 22 now. I had…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2020
Where should I move to as a beginner?
I'm thinking about moving to the US to try and be a working actor after the virus situation calms down. Which city should I move to? I've heard that cities like Atlanta are seeing more productions but I'm also interested in training as well as I haven't received any real training. Considering,where should I go?
Reddit · 2 Jul 2020
LA actor instagram follow chain
Any LA actors interested in following each other on Instagram to support each other and follow each other’s career progress? Just comment your Instagram!
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Does anyone know any resources for the film industry in Mexico City?
I can't seem to find any subreddits, audition websites like ActorsAccess, etc. in Mexico City. I know the film industry in Mexico is huge, but I can't find anything to apply to agencies and auditions. I know it's a long shot, but does anyone know anything? Thank you so much!
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Authentic real people performers?
Hello, Who would you all say are working actors who play a lot of real people and look like real people? Thanks
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Actors Access or Backstage?
I know there have been previous posts about this on this subreddit before, but all of the ones I could find were either archived, half deleted, or both. I'm new to this field and am just looking for some genuine tips. I know Backstage is way more expensive than Actors Access is, yet I've heard Actors Access is *way* be…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
In need of motivation
I just graduated high school and that’s cool and all but I didn’t get into Juilliard, CalArts, or USC because my auditions were pretty bad. I have a long year ahead of me until I can audition again (community college, job, friends going away). What’s something that motivated you guys to keep pushing? The biggest proble…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Feature film animator looking for voice actors
Main characters Jacob (early 30s) An author suffering from Bipolar one disorder, has deep aspirations as a novelist. ​ Megan (mid 20s) A woman who is the voice of reason, and is very level headed. ​ Mail the WAV audio to : [thesqueamishcritic@gmail.com](mailto:thesqueamishcritic@gmail.com) ​ You ca…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
LA Actors...Do you have any suggestions on good LA studios for classes?
Doing some research on LA and wondering if I can get some actual people's thoughts on classes instead of just googling. Thanks!
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Jealous of actors.
I don't really like talking about this, but hey! I may aswell get it off my chest. Ever since I started watching Stranger Things, I started to grow jealous of the child actors who are kind of my age but like 2 years older like, Finn Wolfhard, Millie Bobby Brown, Gaten Matarazzo, etc. I want to stop that jealousy, so is…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
British actors with regional accents
What's been your experience? Personally, I'm fortunate enough to be able to live in the states through dual nationality. In the UK I got completely snubbed by casting directors before they even saw me perform as I had a "working class" accent being a Liverpudlian and didn't go to drama school for three years in London.…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Are there any guidelines of "good etiquette" for visitors interacting with reenactors/historical interpreters (or improv actors in general)?
Hopefully this question is on-topic for this subreddit, it's a bit specific so I'm unsure where is the best place to put it. I've never interacted with a historical interpreter before, but it seems like a really interesting and personal way of learning about certain time periods. Are there any good general rules of thu…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
Does anyone know any resources for the film industry in Mexico City?
I can't seem to find any subreddits, audition websites like ActorsAccess, etc. in Mexico City. I know the film industry in Mexico is huge, but I can't find anything to apply to agencies and auditions. I know it's a long shot, but does anyone know anything? Thank you so much!
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
How to handle moving from calm talking to roaring screaming
Hello one and all, a noob voice actor here always looking to improve my craft and today I have run into a small problem. Luckily I have not really run into the problem professionally (yet) so I think it is best to address it as soon as possible. Let's say that I am voicing a character who is having a very simple calm c…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2020
How do I get into Voice Acting?
I want to get into voice acting and have read many blogs such as [http://www.steveblumvoices.com/work/#/how-to-be-a-voice-actor/](http://www.steveblumvoices.com/work/#/how-to-be-a-voice-actor/) or Dee Bradley Baker's blog. However, I still don't know how and where to find consistent work so that I can build up my resum…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2020
The year is 2133...
The climate crisis has rendered the middle of the planet uninhabitable. Massive famines resulted in a global civil upheaval that has left most governments moot. Almost all of humanity has returned to a barter system. Somewhere near the area once known as North Hollywood an actor says "Hey, is it slow for anyone else?"
Reddit · 30 Jun 2020
Have yall learned anything universal about life from acting?
Non-actor here! Hope yall don't mind this potentially pretentious question. I think every form of art gives the artist a certain perspective on huge philosophical ideas, but the only art I've personally pursued is music. It's absolutely changed the way I look at life (whatever that means), so I'm SUPER curious what act…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2020
As an actor, what resources interest you? What resources are there not enough of?
We are a filmmaking collective with various screenwriters, actors and filmmakers who get together to produce free filmmaking resources and filmmaking tutorials on YouTube and would love to build more resources for actors, at no cost to yourselves. What would you like to know more about? What interests you? What do you…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2020
I'm writing the text for an audio guide. What are the guidelines I should include for the voice actors?
I'm writing a text for an audio guide which will be used in a former detention camp of the Nazi's. The audio guide will be for children between 8 and 12. Besides the text I would also like to include information about tone and style so the voice actors have a sense of what I'm looking for. It's my first time I have to…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2020
Can someone be an accountant and actor?
Hi, I am still in high school and am deciding what I should do in the future. Is it possible to be an accountant and actor at the same time? I want to act but I also want to have a stable job, and I don’t know if it is manageable to do both.