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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Vancouver vs. Toronto

Hey hive, I've got decent to good theater and film credits from time in L.A., NY, and regional work, but am not really feeling Hollywood anymore. I want a certain quality of life and all the coronavirus stuff has made me take stock of whether or not I want to stay in U.S. much longer. (Also, I have no desire to go to A…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Does Anyone else get discouraged?

I am 14F and love, love, love! Acting and being in my local theater productions. But I’m not really sure how good of an actor I really am, I have never taken any classes (because I haven’t really found any in my town) and don’t have any techniques because I don’t know about them. But i still love being on the stage and…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - May 14

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 · 14 May 2020

Do you plan to move to Los Angeles or not

Moving to Los Angeles is obviously not the only option for becoming a voice actor... If you're fine with doing commercial / audiobook work for the rest of your life. Unfortunately, if you want to pursue character voice acting (such as in cartoons or video games), LA is the only option for you. All opportunities are her…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Debate with an acting friend: Motivation and Irrational Behavior?

Had an interesting debate about *irrational* behavior. Basically the friend says: "Sometimes people behave irrationally for no reason." I don't buy that - I believe there is some form of reason (justified in the person's head) behind all actions. I don't believe any behavior is truly irrational - in the sense I don't b…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Will becoming a Game Streamer hurt my acting career?

So, I know as every actor does, looking for part time work that can consistently pay the bills and also accommodate auditions is hard to come by, at least outside the service industry. I know streaming on twitch is another platform that is difficult to succeed in, just like acting, but it is an alternative I’ve been th…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Best film actor training studios in the Raleigh, NC area?

So..I'll be working a full-time job in Raleigh, NC but I've always enjoyed acting and done some background work and find the film/TV business so interesting. I definitely want to better my acting skills and want to do that when I move to NC. I wanted to know if there are any good acting programs/schools in the Raleigh,…

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

Another language

I'm an international actor. I speak Arabic and English fluently. I'm looking for another language to learn. What should it be, French or Spanish? Which one would be of more use in the music and film industry? thanks in advance

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Reddit · 14 May 2020

The Jump From Stage to Booth (Looking for Advice)

Howdy all, I'm an actor, like many of you. I was heavily involved in the stage theatre program at my junior high, high school, and I initially studied to become an actor when I went to University, before deciding to switch to English. However, I have a Blue Bluebird set up in my basement, in a sound baffled corner of t…

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Reddit · 13 May 2020

Hello! Beginner Voice Actor here!

Hi, I just joined the r/VoiceActing sub Reddit because I'm looking for a career in, well, voice acting obviously! I was just seeing if anybody would be able to guide me in the right direction of what I can put as gig audio examples on a Fiverr page so potential customers can hear what I have to offer? I'm very new to t…

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Reddit · 13 May 2020

Something I've learned from 'the other side of the camera'

I started out my Los Angeles journey as a hopeful, starry-eyed, would-be actress. With that came thousands of dollar spent on acting reels, actings classes, and self tapes from small studios. After a few years stepping behind the camera as a producer who often casts all of the roles in our films, shorts, and music vide…

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Reddit · 13 May 2020

I need real actors to pose as if they are part of an agency.

A friend of mine is creating a representation agency and needs actors with material to start it off. No exclusivity or actual representation is offered and you will be removed from it soon. Message me for more info :)

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Reddit · 13 May 2020

How can I stop feeling this way?

Hi everyone. Another actor here, I know I should not care about others but this makes me feel discouraged. I don't think my skills are that bad, I am able to memorize lines pretty quickly for example. But I can't help me that other people don't take me seriously or because I have no major credits. I submit on Actors Ac…

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Reddit · 12 May 2020

PODCAST TO LEARN FROM ACTORS/WRITERS/DIRECTORS FROM DISNEY CHANNEL ORIGINAL MOVIES!

Check out The Relunchables podcast where we recap your favorite DCOMs and then have on members of the cast and crew for exclusive interviews! Check out our current episodes: The Luck of the Irish with Director Paul Hoen The Thirteenth Year with actor Chez Starbuck Alley Cats Strike with actor Robert Ri'chard and writer…

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Reddit · 12 May 2020

A question about Acting related to handedness (Left handed or Right handed)

Hello actors, I want ask something about Acting. ​ Here is the context, in this scene: [https://youtu.be/bR7-x7Cyk5k?t=10](https://youtu.be/bR7-x7Cyk5k?t=10) The character on the right hands a coin with his right hand, the character on the left accepts with **her left hand** Does the director ever ask the actor/…

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Reddit · 12 May 2020

Are actors/actresses prone to developing personality disorders?

I've come across the different ways actors prepare for their roles and it wasn't until recently that I understood what acting really means: becoming your character. I used to believe it was about pretending but it's about ***act***ually being that character. I am not an actor myself but as a film director, I am very in…

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Reddit · 12 May 2020

Side hustles for actors in the age of coronavirus?

Wondering if folks had any ideas on what actors can do to generate income outside of formal acting while social distancing rules put the industry on hold. For instance, conducting digital acting classes would be an easy, albeit competitive side hustle. But I'm also wondering if folks have more creative/left field ideas…

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Reddit · 12 May 2020

Hi, I'm a 15 year old who is interested in acting

I recently watched a kdrama and was so amazed at how the actors were so good and really made me feel like I was in their story. I've never considered acting before, but now I can't stop thinking about it. I personally think that I have the capability of acting though because I've always been very expressive. of course…

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Reddit · 11 May 2020

How much skill is really required to be a good actor?

What does a huge hollywood actor do differently compared to a smaller actor? As a person not very into acting, I cant really tell what makes the hollywood actor supposedly better than the less famous actors. Obviously, I can tell if someone has absolutely no clue what they are doing though. Without a doubt, there is sk…

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Reddit · 11 May 2020

Getting an agent/Contacting an agency

I'm an actor, living in Europe (Denmark) and I have been studying and working as an actor for years. I have come to the point where I'll like to take the next step into my acting career and getting in contact with an agent who would like to work with me. My question is, which agency should I contact? Any how do you get…

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Reddit · 11 May 2020

Thoughts on Auditioning and Filming During Pandemic?

Hi Acting Brethren, As I go through the casting calls and submissions, I'm a bit nervous about applying when I see "shoots in June" or "Shoots in summer/fall" because of course, Covid-19. I am wrestling with the risks, and if they outweigh the pay or opportunity. Let's face it, it's going to be a real threat for a whil…

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Reddit · 11 May 2020

Actor Pages for casting directors

Hey guys - I founder a product for actors to use on their resume / email signature. I see now more than ever casting directors using instagram as a way to discover talent, this puts all your information into one page. Heres mine: [http://flowpage.com/andrew](http://flowpage.com/andrew) ​ It takes 30 seconds to m…

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Reddit · 11 May 2020

Mindset Of Comedic Acting

I've been wondering, If you're a comedic actor, are you trying to act as if your character really is taking his/her feelings seriously with no feeling of anything being funny. Or is there something you do to make the acting funny? I'm not thinking of overplayed silly stuff like a farce, I mean more like nuanced comedy…

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Reddit · 10 May 2020

I truly think I found my desire to perform as a character

I’ve always been interested in video creation. I’ve created and edited videos since I was about 12 but quit a couple years ago to focus on school. I’ve always had a love for it though and the thought of creating content has always been in my head. Well later on, at the beginning of 2019, I was bored and decided I neede…

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Reddit · 10 May 2020

Rates are tricky

I'm a freelancer, gaining confidence in my voice and abilities, and I want my rates to reflect that. That said, when an independent developer asks for my rates(Interactive, video game) and I tell him 85 pfh, am I stiffing him? Being too lenient? Do other actors in Interactives typically charge per hour, per word, or so…

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Reddit · 10 May 2020

Actors Union in Europe

Hi, I’m not sure if I’m posting this properly... I’m new on Reddit. I’m moving to Hungary from Canada and I want to learn more about the film industry in Hungary, specifically if there is an ACTRA equivalent in Europe or Hungary. What are some reputable agents in the country? I know on the actra page there is a list of…

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Reddit · 10 May 2020

Question: is being a producer and actor a conflict of interest?

I’m an established actor but being a producer is something that I’d really love to become. But do you see it as a conflict of interest? For example, I would say being a casting director and actor is a conflict of interest, especially if you’re casting yourself. I’m not looking for right or wrong answers, just opinions…

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Reddit · 10 May 2020

In need of local actress

Hello I am in the houston area and I need a local actress that is willing to be in my 3 minute short film this fall. Word of mouth would help tremendously.

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Reddit · 9 May 2020

Acting classes considered a priority or luxury rn?

I know a lot of people are tight on money and have a lot of things going on rn so are acting classes considered a priority to many interested in the art or is it more of a luxury during the pandemic? I just want to get a gauge of how actors are feeling about classes rn.

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Reddit · 9 May 2020

Where are you watching your theatre now? Resources!

when I found out I had missed [theaterofwar.com](https://theaterofwar.com) 's performance of Oscar Isaac and Francis mcDormand (to name just a few) doing "Oedipus", I realized I needed a resource thread. So let's make one. \- [Theaterofwar.com](https://Theaterofwar.com) has a Digital Initiative, and I imagine they may…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Wanting to become an actor

Hi, watching some recent films (La La Land in my case), it has suddenly implanted itself in my head that I want to become and actor because that film inspires me so much. I’m 17 now and have to decide what/if I want to do/go to university. I’ve been leads in school plays before when I was about 11 but that’s about it,…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Actors Studio MFA Questions

I’m considering applying to the Actors Studio Drama School MFA acting program at Pace. I had some questions for those who attended or are currently attending the program: 1) What’s the financial aid/scholarship situation like? The tuition looks to be on the higher end for an MFA, plus the cost of living in NYC. Are the…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Hello, I notice there are a lot of actors in movies who have their own “persona” that they play in multiple movies. How do you find a persona like this? Is it their natural character?

I’m talking about people like. Adam Sandler, Ben stiller, Owen Wilson. There’s ones for none comedy roles too. But they generally have their own identity that they use in every film. Like you know what to expect when it’s a movie with them. They always have that same personality and character. How do I create my own “p…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Do A-List "Actor's Studio" members practice there?

In New York and LA, do A-List lifetime members of the "Actor's Studio" still practice there? Some of the lifetime members include people like Melissa McCarthy, Bradley Cooper, Robert DeNiro, etc. Like would they still go there to just run scenes, practice, etc?

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Im 16 years old and I REALLY want to become an actor but...

... Im not quite sure what to do and would really appreciate some help and advice. I live in Victoria Australia so its obviously not the ideal place to begin a career for acting, im also quite young and my family would probabally laugh at me if i told them i want to be an actor. So my prospects dont seem to good right…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

What are the odds for an asian actor making a living in the canadian film industry?

Hey! I’m an 21year old theater student currently living in Korea and I’m trying to move to toronto after my mandatory military service. The question is, is there room for asian actors in the canadian film/Tv industry?While I’ve seen more asian male parts during the past few years, it still pales to the Caucasian, or ev…

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Looking for an actor. Quick and easy job and will pay $$$

Currently looking for someone to record themselves describing a science project me and a buddy are working. Video will be uploaded to YouTube and is bound to get thousands of views !! Please private message for more info

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Reddit · 8 May 2020

Mike Pollock (Eggman's Voice Actor) Interview Coming Soon!!!

Mike Pollock (Dr. Eggman's voice actor) was nice enough to do an interview with the Vocal Violence crew! In only 2 days, coming soon to a computer monitor or phone near you! We also did a podcast comparing the voice actors of Eggman throughout the years. Find out which one's the best, the worst, and the weirdest! https…