Stage 32 · 17 Dec 2018
Put It Together Podcast - Tools For A Better You
Put It Together: Episode 222 - Acting the Part: Lilach Mendelovich We talk migrating, striving, acting and teaching. bit.ly/LilachMendelovich
Backstage · 17 Dec 2018
Producers unresponsive to footage request
What do you do about producers who promise you footage and you worked well with but never reply when you ask for the footage or an update? And why do they do this?
Reddit · 16 Dec 2018
Interested in voice acting, but not sure where to start
Hi all, Aspiring voice actor here (as I'm sure we all are.) Just getting into the scene, I have a few internships with radio stations at the moment. I don't necessarily have any voice acting experience, but I do have news casting experience and an outlet for expressing my voice. I'll include a few examples of my work,…
Stage 32 · 15 Dec 2018
Are you an actor or want to become one?
I am a professional actor who has help many other actors in the industry. I would like to offer my help and services over here if anyone is interested.
Backstage · 14 Dec 2018
How should I go about getting started with my acting career?
Okay. I am a young adult and it is my dream to become a famous and successful actress. I live in a city where acting isn’t big and there are no opportunities, but I live an hour away from a city where acting is major (meaning there are a lot...
Stage 32 · 13 Dec 2018
Actor
I'm the youngest actress in stage 32 because I've been in a production in Eastgate Middle School and I've been singing in choir and earned 2 nominations for Eastgate academy awards for best singer and best ensemble member. Although, I already got an award for best ensemble member at the awards assembly. So, if you want…
Backstage · 13 Dec 2018
NYC Film/TV Classes Recommendations
Hello all! I'm starting to hunt around for studios/teachers that offer film/tv courses in NYC this spring. (Specifically courses for beginners.) Any recommendations you have would be appreciated!
Reddit · 13 Dec 2018
[PAID] Looking for voice actress for a quick 2 minute animatic.
Character is a bummed out barista talking to her friend about life. PM me any demo reels and rates.
Backstage · 12 Dec 2018
Casting Directors NYC
Hi! Trying to compile a list of every important NYC TV/Film Casting Director/Office and what they cast (genre wise). Casting About is overwhelming and I would love to make a concise list with the kinds of shows/films each office focuses on. Thanks!
Backstage · 12 Dec 2018
Should I join AEA?
I'm a SAG-AFTRA actor who just moved to NYC have only worked TV/Film and commercial projects. A few friends said I should join AEA so I can audition for plays too without the long lines. Just wondering any advice since I'm unknown in the theater world.
Stage 32 · 11 Dec 2018
Become a Better Actor
I realized something after years of working on projects and pulling the best out of people that there is one thing that remains constant. You have to want to be better and let your actions show. Actors will go to school, take courses, read books, look stupid doing our warmup exercises but one thing they won’t do is thi…
Backstage · 11 Dec 2018
Contacting Agent
Hello all, After sending out a batch of emails to casting directors and agents I recieved an email from an agent asking me to come in Friday, which is something I cant do because I have a flight that day an hour after the time he asked to meet. I...
Backstage · 10 Dec 2018
O1 Visa actors
Hi actors, dancers, singers on O1 Visas, I’d like to hear from you and your experience: Have you ever signed or freelanced with an agent? Have you had trouble finding jobs and/or being accepted for jobs because of your legal status? If you have all 25 EMC points is it...
Reddit · 10 Dec 2018
Need advice from voice actors, would this be a feasible way of recording for you?
I'm creating an independent animated series as a hobby and expect it to take a loooong time to make. Because the episodes will probably take *at least* a month each to crank out and there are several reoccuring characters, I highly doubt that I would be able to hire voice actors as I'm animating. By the time I finish e…
Backstage · 9 Dec 2018
Any voice actors with advice for someone who wants to break into it?
I’ve always been told I’d be a great voice actor and I’d LOVE to do it! I have a really nice USB mic and pop filter but I’m honestly not sure where to start, besides just starting to submit for gigs. Any advice for a beginner?
Backstage · 4 Dec 2018
Just trying to get started
Hey my name is Taylor I Recently started backstage and I been a little skeptical about it. My location is Mobile, Al and it was brought to my attention that most auditions and good talent agency’s aren’t in my area, I know they’re current actors/actresses that made that big move...
Backstage · 4 Dec 2018
Advice for Pregnant Actress
I am 29 weeks pregnant and SAG-AFTRA looking for suggestions on how to get acting and commercial print work during my pregnancy. Any suggestion is most welcome!
Reddit · 3 Dec 2018
Voice Acting Questions: Advice from Professionals for the Novices
I'm looking for people who have spent at least a year working or attempting to work as a voice actor/actress. I have my own thoughts on these questions, but I'd really like to know what the greater community thinks. I am looking for responses from legitimate, experienced actors/actresses to answer this thread. This inf…
Backstage · 1 Dec 2018
Looking for Acting Coach: Recommendations & Suggestions
I plan to attain an MFA in acting, starting school either next fall or the following year. Auditions will be tough for me because of my limited experience acting, so it is imperative that I begin working with an acting coach. Most MFA auditions require 2-4 monologues, contemporary and classic....
Reddit · 1 Dec 2018
Who are the best voice actors I can find examples of in literary fiction audiobooks? (USA)
I want to listen to some really good voice actors (as regarded by the voice acting community) with native USA accents, preferably via examples in literary fiction. Can anyone help me out?
Reddit · 1 Dec 2018
Need a korean female voice actor mid 20s
Please PM for details and to negotiate cost. Thanks
Reddit · 30 Nov 2018
Looking to hire voice actor for short corporate video - PAID
Hey there, looking to hire a voice actor who can do work for a corporate video. We're a startup looking to add a voice over to an animated video about our product. We're looking primarily for female voices, late 20s to late 30s sounding. This is remote work, so you must be able to record yourself. Please consider that…
Backstage · 28 Nov 2018
Audition workshop
I submitted to a project and the producers have asked me to come in for a paid audition/reading the text workshop, and they want me to fill out an I-9 for payment for this workshop. That’s odd, right?
Backstage · 27 Nov 2018
Is 24 too late to start acting if you are a woman?
So as the tittle says, is 24 too late to start acting as a girl? I'm currently 22 and living in Spain, I've had some experience acting in the US before when I was a teen and came for acting summer camps in LA, did very small role on a...
Backstage · 27 Nov 2018
Agent Submission Advice
Hey so quick story (details withheld for anonymity). So I was away on a contract at beginning of month when I submitted to a talent agency. The next morning their was a response that basically said: when you get back to NY, let me know and I would love to...
Backstage · 26 Nov 2018
NEW COLUMN - How TV Money Works
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/why-you-want-a-greedy-agent-66086/
Backstage · 26 Nov 2018
Is it a good idea?
I'm unsure as to when the holiday season/vacation for productions start. I wanted to renew my AA subscription, but wasn't sure if it was pointless to do so now, if we are around the time where work is slow. Does it start to slow down starting from Thanksgiving? Week before...
Backstage · 25 Nov 2018
Best/Cheapest places to print headshots?
hey! anyone have any recommendations for reasonable headshot printing? Thanks :)
Reddit · 25 Nov 2018
I'm wanting to bring together a group of creative and talented people.
Hello! I apologize if this isn't the place for a post like this, I'm not sure where else to post it. I'm an audio editor for several podcasts and have been audio editing for about 2 years now, and I've always wanted to start a volunteer group of voice actors, writers, music, and artists. I've always wanted to make a po…
Backstage · 24 Nov 2018
What are your 2019 career goals?
It’s almost a new year, what are your plans for it?! Do you want to go on more auditions? Completely overhaul your book? Write your own show? Get a website to display your talents? Let’s share our goals and revel in the good vibes of our hopes and dreams ❤️☺️
Reddit · 24 Nov 2018
Recording software Questions: Audacity or something else? (Just Starting into the world of Voice Acting)
So I'm currently using OBS to record audio, then converting the mp4 over to mp3/wav in Sony Vegas, this is an unnecessary and convoluted workflow; Looking to get a software that records only audio. ​ To my knowledge, Audacity is the "best free" suite to deal with recording audio, But I want to know what you guys…
Backstage · 23 Nov 2018
How do I cope with family who disagree with my career goals?
Since I first realized in high school what I wanted to do with my life, my family hasn't been very supportive of my seeking acting and voice-over opportunities. They don't see it as conventional, even going so far as to fearmonger me out of it. They also dread the thought...
Reddit · 22 Nov 2018
Information on voice acting
So I know next to nothing about the art of voice acting. However, I have always found it very interesting. So I was hoping that you guys could help me understand more about it. What are some qualities of a good voice actor(and examples)? What are some qualities of a bad voice actor(and examples)? Who are the best and w…
Reddit · 22 Nov 2018
[PAID ROLE] [Female] [$50] [112 words]
**Age:** 25 to 32 years old **Name:** Ranger Gomez **Tone:** Ideally Mezzo-Soprano **Accent:** North-American or Southern accent. It's important that she either has one of those two as she shouldn't have a British accent, etc. **Appearance:** We can make her look like anyone with Blender and ZBrush but she should sound…
Backstage · 21 Nov 2018
Actors Access Question
Hi All, I recently purchased the "actors access plus" and I think misunderstood the benefits. I thought I would be able to attach videos at no additional cost to my submissions. However, every time I try and do this it still puts the video in my "cart" and requests that...
Backstage · 21 Nov 2018
"Familiarity" in Auditions
Hey, guys! I have a callback for a new show on Tuesday. They sent me the sides last night (around 10-11pm) and said: "Please select two monologues to be familiar with. You may be asked to read from the additional sides as well." Does "familiar" mean memorized?
Backstage · 19 Nov 2018
List of acting agencies in NYC (similar to SAMs list for LA)
Does anybody know of a list of NYC acting agencies, arranged by 'tier'. There is a great list I've seen online for LA agencies (sometimes called "SAMs list"), but I can't find anything similar for NYC. I already know who the top few agencies are, but it's really tricky as...
Backstage · 19 Nov 2018
NEW COLUMN - Don't Be a Negative Nellie
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/this-thanksgiving-dont-be-a-negative-nellie-65988/
Reddit · 19 Nov 2018
In advocacy of Shakespeare as a learning tool...
Hello everyone, I began reading this sub today as an interest for something that might be a new hobby for me. I have a little prior experience (worked in radio in my college years for awhile) but not much. It seems that there is a lot of information online about equipment, marketing, and editing, all of which are under…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2018
[Paid role] [Brooklyn accent] [Male] [$50] (137 words)
Hi there. Our team is looking for a male actor with a New Jersey/Brooklyn accent. **Age:** Anywhere from 23 to 35 years old **Tone:** Tenor to Baritone **Accent:** Brooklyn accent or Bronx **Appearance:** Similar build and appearance to Jared Leto in Requiem of a Dream or Giovani Ribsi **Personality:** Greasy Johnny is…
Reddit · 19 Nov 2018
Looking for an active voice actor discord
None of the ones i'v found are active. Just looking to chat and learn.
Reddit · 18 Nov 2018
Avoiding vocal similarities across multiple characters that speak to each other?
Hey folks, So the title is slightly misleading but I didn't know what else to write. Soon I'll be **directing** a very talented voice actor who's playing two characters that will be speaking to each other. One has a very deep gravelly voice, the other has a softer "normal" voice, maybe with a bit of an accent. The acto…
Backstage · 17 Nov 2018
Agent Access Auditions
Does anyone know how often the Agent Access Auditions are held?
Reddit · 17 Nov 2018
Should I quit on the idea of acting or a future in it?
So, I think I have been here, writing for maybe 6 hours and deleting everything after, I don't know how many times I have written my life story (obviously only related to the acting part) but I feel like people wouldn't want to be bothered by it so i'm skipping that and going straight to the point. Thank you so much if…
Reddit · 17 Nov 2018
Is half a drama degree as beneficial as a a full drama degree? Is it worth it to become an actor ?
I want to become an actor and I’m using uni as a safety net if I don’t get into drama school. I’m wondering whether it’ll be more beneficial to study an English and drama course or just a drama course? Would a solely drama course be more beneficial and give me greater opportunities ?
Reddit · 17 Nov 2018
How and what goes in a "voice demo"?
How does an actor go about making a voice demo. What should go in there? I was thinking a dramatic reading of a poem. A reading from a passage in a novel. A narrator for national geographics. I have only done a voice work once, but would like more, hence the demo
Backstage · 16 Nov 2018
Best place for headshots in the city?
My friend and I need new headshots but this is our first time getting them since we moved here. Who loves their headshots? Maybe you’ve had good luck getting callback since you got them?
Backstage · 16 Nov 2018
Just earned my 3rd SAG Voucher...
Earned my 3rd SAG Voucher yesterday, and of course I'm eager to change my status on all the platforms and sites, but when I check the SAG Eligibilty checker, online: https://www.sagaftra.org/membership-benefits/sag-aftra-eligibility-checker , it says I'm still NOT eligible. Anyone know how long before it kicks in on th…