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Reddit · 3 Apr 2020

agents

hello everyone! my name is Araika, i am from Kazakhstan. I am just curious about 'getting an agent' topic as an Actor. Perhaps I will need this information for the future. Does anyone here experienced such a thing which I've mentioned above? Is Agent in Acting industry is as the same as for example Manager in Music one…

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Reddit · 3 Apr 2020

The new Voice123 subscriptions packages

Hi everyone, My name's Anna, just joined the site. I was wondering if anyone knew how the new Voice123 packages work? My premium subscription recently ran out and I'm unsure which one to subscribe to... I did try emailing the Voice123 helpdesk twice but didn't get a response before my subscription ran out (they're usua…

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Reddit · 3 Apr 2020

I need some direction on how to do a psychopathic stare

Due to school being cancelled due to the coronavirus, my high school actor's studio class has assigned groups to produce a digital mini movie to star in. I am playing the villain. This is my first acting class, so I'm extremely new to this. I want to get some input on my stare, as I want this to be a focal point of the…

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 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…

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Drama Inc. Online

​ https://reddit.com/link/ftmkl6/video/rwy8mv5sreq41/player I produced/directed this series of online acting courses with some colleagues of mine, and I’m very curious about to hear thoughts from the general acting community about the value of them. Unlike traditional ongoing acting classes that focus on things…

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

General advice for self help.

I'm trying to manipulate my emotions or feelings or energy in subtle ways. I wanna be more relaxed. Anyone else do this? Not really a actor but I want to be less shy more relaxed. Happier.

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Fine tuning my samples and skills

While bored in quarantine, I made myself a website for promoting my VO acting. Wondering if anyone would be willing to check it out and give feedback? Thanks in advance, would love to hear from fellow actors!

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Just starting out - Looking for advice and feedback :)

Hi guys, I'm Chris :) I've been trying to get myself a little home studio set up over the past few weeks, and I wondered if I could quick fire a few questions to the people who seem to know a damn sight more about this industry than I do! Firstly, I finally got my 'studio' (Those are incredibly important apostrophes) s…

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Starting off

Hi I am an 18 year old aspiring actor just starting off I plan to take acting lessons to help boost my acting. I’m on backstage and a Still need a professional headshot, but my question is what do I put on a demo reel if I’ve never had an acting gig? I consider myself to be a decent actor, but am unsure how to start of…

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Reddit · 2 Apr 2020

Starting off

Hi I am an 18 year old aspiring actor just starting off I plan to take acting lessons to help boost my acting. I’m on backstage and a Still need a professional headshot, but my question is what do I put on a demo reel if I’ve never had an acting gig? I consider myself to be a decent actor, but am unsure how to start of…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

Any advice for nerves at big auditions?

I get a good amount of auditions monthly with my agency, but i am having trouble booking things. I got a call back once last year, for the lead for this big show, and i went all the way until it was between me and this other actor. they went with her because she had more on her resume,but recently my audition skills i…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

I'm looking for advice

Hi. I know I'm young and it may sound silly, but I really would love to be an actress. I have played many lead rolls in my school shows, but haven't done anything outside of it. Many acting opportunities around me involve musicals and I am not extremely fond of dancing and sometimes singing, so I normally opt out of do…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

COVID-19: Can I apply for unemployment?/CARES Act

So we are all actors, and for some of us this is a portion of our income, though I know it varies. For context, I live in NY. Nothing is shooting. Nothing. No theaters as well. Do I qualify for unemployment or the expanded unemployment? I know the unions are pushing for something I’m not sure how that’s related. Hoping…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

[Request] TF2 Engineer Voice Actor

Hello everyone, i am looking for someone who sounds like the 'Engineer' from the video game Team Fortress 2. I only need a single, short sentence. Here are some examples of the character: [Meet the Engineer](https://youtu.be/SNgNBsCI4EA) [Engineer Quotes](https://youtu.be/gCLpO-uNtPs) His voice actors were Grant Goodev…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

Feedback on acting in a 1 minute short

Hey there! So I made a short film last month, and I was hoping on getting some feedback, particularly with regards to the acting, and my directing of said acting. We (me and the two actors) are all rooted in Meisner training, though Féadha had quite a bit of other experience before coming to Meisner work. How do y'all…

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Reddit · 1 Apr 2020

I don't know if I'll be able to do this as a career. I have too many blocks. [rant]

Emotionally I would say I'm pretty open, especially when reacting off of other characters, but in terms of imagination and physical I'm pretty limited. I'm aware that my voice is sometimes monotone, and comes across as sad and I constantly get that critique. It sucks that I actually have depression itself and even when…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Public transport

I’m not too sure about the situation in NY (I’m sure it’s similar) but in LA I’ve read that it’s extremely hard to find parking and that’s one of the biggest issues actors face on a day to day basis when going to auditions and such. My question is, why don’t actors just catch public transport? Is it a cost issue? Since…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

“Fan” Conventions?

As an actor, I’ve always wondered if it was unprofessional to attend a fan convention for something you love. Has anyone ever gone to one? Should I avoid going, or would it be ok?

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Have impressions/accents ever taken over your life? How did you get out of the trance?

So I'm not really a professional voice actor. Not yet at least. For most of my life, I have found doing impressions and creating voices to be extremely funny when used well, and super fun to use/listen to period. After all, you can make a character say something you wish they would, right? While I still hold that posit…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Does Denver have a good VOA industry?

So I live in SoCal and was considering eventually to pursue a career in VO in LA, but with LA being the insanely expensive city that it is I’m not in a financial situation where I can live down there. I have family in Denver and was considering moving there to become more financially stable, however I’ve noticed that a…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Has anyone ever told you that you're bad at acting?

I'm curious if anyone has had a similar experience and how they have handled it. A while back someone who I went to acting school with told me that I wasn't a good actor. I believed that this person cared about me, but that was one of the last things I ever heard from them. It was really hard to hear at the time becaus…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

I feel like I've become disillusioned with acting

First off, sorry if this isn't welcome here, I just kind of wanted to get it out and off my chest. Also sorry if it comes off as silly or pretentious, I know I'm young and inexperienced, I'd just like to get other opinions. Second, I don't know if disillusioned is necessarily the right word. TLDR: for the past four or…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Tilda Swinton is better than Meryl Streep

Oh, I do love Meryl Streep, she is an amazing actress, but after glossing over their resumes, Tilda has had a much more impressive and distinguished career. Her filmography, her work in the theater, etc... Tilda Swinton is to Meryl Streep what Hugh Jackman is to Brad Pitt

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

Is 16 too old to start taking acting lesson to become an actor?

When I told my friends I want to start taking lessons and become an actor, they said it was too late and that I should've started at 4 or at least as a kid, and that the era where actors who became famous when they were older ended. Should I then give up and not even try to take lessons? Am I really too "old" for this…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

I'm doing my master's analytics project on actors

Hey, My name is Zach and I'm a Washington, DC based former stage actor who transitioned into data analytics work. I'm in a master's program right now studying analytics and I built a survey that I'm hoping will get enough responses so that I can use it in an official program at my school, UVA. If you self identify as a…

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Reddit · 31 Mar 2020

New Horror Podcast looking for Narrators!

Hello everyone! I recently posted the first episode of my podcast and am looking for voice actors with decent equipment to help! Unfortunately I don't have money to pay anyone at the moment as this is a new project but if you're still interested feel free to contact me through email at boundinimagerypod@gmail.com. I'll…

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Reddit · 30 Mar 2020

I wanna have a la la land journey

Hey I'm a 16 turning 17 in May and I wanna have a la la land journey where I go to L.A. and hustle my ass off to become an actor I've never went to an acting class in my whole life, but I'm good I can't act I promise i do little plays at home, and I even know how to cry on cue now, I just need advices I really want to…

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Reddit · 30 Mar 2020

My First Attempt

Hi all, I'm an audiobook enthusiast & voice acting amateur. I've never taken lessons in any capacity. Currently, I'm exploring the possibility of recording a hobby to see where it leads me. Of course I'd love to quit my teaching job and record audiobooks but haha let's see how far this path can take me first. If it's n…

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Reddit · 30 Mar 2020

Those of you who had problems with envy when someone succeeds, how did you stop that?

So, envy is a really toxic trait of mine that I really don't want but it keeps popping up whenever someone I know has a big success in their acting or directing career. I don't act upon that envy, of course, and always congratulate these people because deep down, I really am happy for them. But this stupid, stupid emot…

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Reddit · 30 Mar 2020

Adjusting to a COVID economy

Judging by the amount of auditions available and general social media, work has dropped significantly for a majority of commercial voice actors. Audiobook listeners are also listening to less work and less likely to purchase books as they no longer have a commute given they are now working from home. What are people's…

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Reddit · 29 Mar 2020

Anyone else find stanisvlaski's books boring?

So I've read an actor prepares and thru building a character. I think there alright for a beginner but after gaining alot more experience since the last year I find it hard to get through them. They're not really practical and more on the philosophical side. Anyone else ever read them?

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Reddit · 29 Mar 2020

Van or Apartment for acting in LA.

So I’m a Veteran and work background for extra money. I am SAG. I have a pension and I just love doing background to supplement my money. It’s fun for me and sometimes I make super good money. I’m not really interested in being a actor, actor. I get a lot of parts without having to act for real. With that said I wanna…

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Reddit · 29 Mar 2020

Quotes regarding P2P

The following are quotes from actors and actresses in the industry regarding [Voices.com](https://Voices.com) and Voice123. *"If you aren't a bookable actor, P2P is a waste of money. It'll only be profitable if you are already booking."* *"Refusing P2P will take you away from jobs and opportunities you simply will not…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Can I avoid theatre?

I want to be an actor, but only on camera. I cannot do theatre, because the thought of being in front of a live audience absolutely terrifies me. I also have a terrible singing voice. Is it unrealistic for me to want to be an actor if I can’t stand stage acting?

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Step 2 of Make a Living Acting anywhere from Home!

For those of you who appreciate a step by step approach in small doses on how to make a living acting anywhere and (now more than ever) from home, please subscribe to my YouTube Channel! I could really use the support and I really believe the information is super helpful to young and aspiring actors all the way up to t…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Emotions

I’ve been acting for 11 years, I’ve focused on singing for the past 4 years but now I want to fully dive back into acting. I’m a really good actor but I have a lot of trouble reaching my emotions , I can be dramatic and everything but for scenes when I need to cry, or other emotional things etc. it’s extremely hard. He…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

i think i'm way over my head here, any advice?

so a few months ago, i joined a group small group of people who all lived in my general area because we wanted to make a movie. I was doing music and acting but now, we can't meet up so my role has been sized down to a phone call (as in my character and lines are still the same but i just need to record my voice) and i…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Blacklisting Voice Actors

I recall a friend of mine mentioning how fandubs and abridged for shows will get you blacklisted from many agents and companies. However, what else does it apply to? Will doing comic dubs get you into the same trouble as fandubs and abridged series?

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

World Monologue Games

I'm gonna take a punt in these COVID days that this is okay to post given its an opportunity. I am not associated with it in any way and I will not be participating. Just posting entirety from other social media for interest. Mods please delete if not okay. Registrations are open for **World Monologue Games**! This eve…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Acting as a career or a hobby

Hi, I'm a 25-year-old South Asian male in the US who is at a crossroads currently in determining my future. To give some context I've been an engineering student for the past 7 years but in the last 2 years, I have been gaining knowledge and reignited my passion for filmmaking. In high school, I acted in school plays a…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Sense memory

Hey guys, I recently came across a stream of videos on YouTube that are on this topic of sense memory. Now before I watched these videos I was under the impression sense memory would be some form of the minds eye where you visualise an emotional event that could trigger your emotions (Meisner) such as seeing your (fake…

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Reddit · 28 Mar 2020

Paid voiceover opportunity- seeking actor from Swindon.

Hi humans of reddit! I figured I’d reach out here before turning to backstage etc. Seeking an actor (or ‘real person,’ but I’d rather employ a pro if possible) from Swindon, if not Swindon, at least from Wiltshire county. Male, age 20-35. Short text to be read. No professional setup required. More info and payment deta…

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Reddit · 27 Mar 2020

Any actors here in recovery for an eating disorder?

TW: Talk about my body Hey all! So I'm 30 & I've done some professional acting work. This past year I made it a goal to commit to taking the plunge into acting with hopes to eventually gain full-time work. I really enjoy acting as an art form — it makes me so incredibly happy. My soul feels absolutely connected to the…

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Reddit · 27 Mar 2020

Actors in LA (or CA in general) who are filing for unemployment?

This might be a weird question to ask here.... but someone might have the answer. So as you know, our whole industry and pretty much every other one has been stunted due to Covid-19. I filed unemployment awhile ago... I have a kind of complicated wage history. I was working a serving job to supplement acting until arou…