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Backstage

Backstage · 12 Sep 2017

How do you get started?

I've always been interested in acting but don't know where to start. I'm looking for acting classes in my area. Where do you even start? Could get some help on the best course of action. I'm from the Nebraska, could get some feed back on some help.

Backstage

Backstage · 2 Sep 2017

Callback advice for your fellow actors!

Actors! What advice do you have for your peers regarding callbacks? One general piece of advice I've heard over the years is that you should go in and not change anything that you did unless instructed to do so, but are there any other things that you do to help...

Reddit

Reddit · 2 Sep 2017

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Backstage

Backstage · 31 Aug 2017

Formatting acting resume

I'm trying to make an acting resume for the first time and need help formatting it. Any tips on how it should look and how to organize it?

Backstage

Backstage · 30 Aug 2017

Experience, Colleges, and Possibilities

Hey so I don't go to an acting school but I'm in my school's drama club and class, do dance, sing, etc. I've been on Backstage for a year or two but I don't live in California or New York so there aren't that many casting calls in my area....

Backstage

Backstage · 29 Aug 2017

Compensation for roles

Forgive my naivety, I'm new to all of this... But when a role says it "pays $68/8 hours" does that mean you work for 8 hours and get paid $68.00? That's what it sounds like.

Backstage

Backstage · 24 Aug 2017

Our last casting experience

File this under “shameless plug” perhaps, but here at OC Actors we are seeing a trend in the submissions we’ve received for a movie we are producing. The trend is poorly lit, awful-sounding and over-crowded submission reels. Holy cow! Some of them are dreadful. The good news is that they...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 23 Aug 2017

Question about immigration

I was wondering if there was anyone around who had any experience living in another country as an actor moved to the states to pursue it full time. I wanted to know the steps you took to get your entertainers visa and how long were you working in your home country before you moved.

Backstage

Backstage · 23 Aug 2017

Austin Area - Acting Classes, Workshops, Mentors

Any recommendations for the Austin area for acting classes and workshops? I'm ultimately wanting somewhere that can confirm whether I have what it takes or not. If I have potential I want someone to be able to tell me what I need to improve on.

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 22 Aug 2017

How To Fulfill my Passion

If you had told me about 7 years ago that I would love to act, I'd laugh at you. I'd done a couple of plays when I was younger (ensemble roles, nothing major) and figured that the writing side was more my thing. But then, I got the opportunity to audition for a web series. While the project fell through, I still spent…

Backstage

Backstage · 21 Aug 2017

What skills are listed on your acting resume?

Saw this on Reddit and thought it would be cool to ask here too. What skills do you currently have listed on your acting resume? I have: Basic Improv, Basic Guitar, Singing (Baritone), Dancing (Hip Hop/Urban), and Martial Arts (Muay Thai). What do you have, forum folks?

Backstage

Backstage · 19 Aug 2017

Links instead of attachments for Agents?

I was wondering if it's polite to send a link to my Backstage profile instead of adding attachments when submitting to Talent Agencies. I feel like Backstage has such a convenient format and it's just so well composed. It would also save me tons of time... But I am not...

Backstage

Backstage · 16 Aug 2017

Auditioning for Friends

I recently became a member at a theatre and have my first audition for one of their shows approaching. I am not sure how to enter/slate/introduce myself because they all know me on a fairly personal level. Should I stick to a professional slate or be more of my casual...

Backstage

Backstage · 16 Aug 2017

Looking for an all-encompassing term

If you do a variety of entertainment work, such as acting, voiceovers, music, etc, and wanted an umbrella term for these on your general CV (not acting/whatever résumé) what would you use? Media artist? Entertainer?

Backstage

Backstage · 15 Aug 2017

Stage Names

My last name is Threadgill, but when submitting for roles I go under the name Gill. It's a personal preference. However, now that I'm considering moving to LA I looked at IMBD and I see there are already several actors going by my "stage name." Is that going to be...

Backstage

Backstage · 11 Aug 2017

Anybody Got Advice on Sketch Comedy Writing?

I've looked around and found some info on some sites like sketchpadcomedy and writerswrite, but I was wondering if anyone here has had some practical experience with it or has some advice they could share for a beginner. Thank you!

Reddit

Reddit · 11 Aug 2017

**[CASTING CALL]** New 10 episode comedy/horror series

Hello Reddit Fam! Karl here, I need a team of ROCKSTAR actors/actresses to help me put together a kick ass demo, and act for the entire series. Right now I need to find some core characters. Please apply if you think you would be a fit. Main characters are paid $15 for every 400 words (additional bonuses and perks disc…

Backstage

Backstage · 9 Aug 2017

Decided to pursue acting! Where do I start?

Hi, I am a recent college grad. My whole life I've wanted to pursue acting, and I've finally decided to go for it. I have performed since I was a kid, in school plays and musicals -- but didn't do much in college. I'm fortunate that I live within commuting...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 6 Aug 2017

A quick opinion on headshots

So, I am looking to get some new headshots, but I was just wondering what you guys think... Do you prefer outside or inside?

Backstage

Backstage · 6 Aug 2017

Foreign actor

Hi! I am a 21 year old actress living in Sweden. Over the years I've built up a resume with some good credits. However it is really hard for me here in Sweden (not using it as an excuse but it is the truth) being of African descent (my parents...

Backstage

Backstage · 4 Aug 2017

Chris Pratt dropping knowledge!

For anyone needing some Thursday motivation during this heat wave: https://www.instagram.com/p/BBCS7PoDHMX/ It's so sweet when famous actors still get excited about table reads and talk about how much they love their job. We can do this! (And yes, I know, it's over a year old... please don't judge me.)

Backstage

Backstage · 4 Aug 2017

Suggestions for the right Monologue - Clybourne Park HELPPPPPP

I am auditioning for my first play! I am in college and have NO acting experience. I am suppose to pick a dramatic piece. However, Clybourne Park is very satirical. I wanted to do a monologue from Other Desert Cities, but it is much more serious than the part I...

Backstage

Backstage · 2 Aug 2017

Memorization Tips

There are those actors whom you may have heard of who have/had what is called "photographic memories". Actors like Meryl Streep, Jackie Gleason and Robert Mitchum, among them, were known to look at a page once and basically have it down - at least so I have heard. However, this...

Backstage

Backstage · 1 Aug 2017

The Ultimate Multi Task

I feel like I'm burning a candle at both ends right now with how hectic my schedule has become - how do I successfully audition and keep my day job for stable income?

Backstage

Backstage · 29 Jul 2017

Getting started at an "older" age

I've always loved acting and theater, and have been in many small/low-budget productions and community theater plays over the years, but am finally at a stage in my life where I can be systematic and dedicated about pursuing acting. I have headshots, a resume, a website, and a good network...

Backstage

Backstage · 27 Jul 2017

New to modeling

I've noticed a lot of casting directors are not interested if you do not have experience. Where is a good place to start?

Backstage

Backstage · 25 Jul 2017

Audition Tapes

I've never actually made a taped myself for an audition before. How do I my self-taped audition stand out?

Backstage

Backstage · 25 Jul 2017

Being an extra?

I'm just starting out in the acting world, so obviously I'm not getting a ton of big roles thrown my way. I was recently searching through the Backstage casting notices and saw a few listings for extras and background cast. Are there any benefits of being an extra/background talent? Or...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 24 Jul 2017

Acting education.

Here is a list of acting education resources I hope someone finds useful. Thx!  http://www.learnhowtobecome.org/actor-or-actress/

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 24 Jul 2017

Acting in film and television.

Hope this article helps someone! Thx!  http://www.projectcasting.com/tips-and-advice/need-know-acting-film-television

Backstage

Backstage · 24 Jul 2017

Got a callback! Now what??

So I got my first callback after an audition that went better than I thought it would! BUT now I'm super nervous about bombing it, haha. Does anyone have any tips for making a callback as successful as possible? Now that I've got the CD's attention, how can I really...

Backstage

Backstage · 24 Jul 2017

Agentless and Auditioning

SO! I've taken the plunge and finally decided to pick up my acting career again. But I'm encountering the same problem I had the first time around: getting into the audition room. I know having an agent is the most ideal situation, but I'm not there yet. Any tips on...

Backstage

Backstage · 20 Jul 2017

Audition advice needed!

Help! How do I get into an audition with little to no experience? I don't have a resume ready for auditioning!

Backstage

Backstage · 18 Jul 2017

Acting Careers Outside NYC/LA

Hi! I'm a recent graduate and have always dreamed of pursuing acting; now seems like the best time to dive in and get started. I don't live in either of the two major hubs for entertainment (NYC or LA) - what can I do in my area to begin my...

Stage 32

Stage 32 · 11 Jul 2017

Advice from working actor.

A nice video that offers helping tips for actors! Enjoy!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaegnd3xaVI

Backstage

Backstage · 30 Jun 2017

I want to join the UNION

Hi y'all! I'm a thirysomething actress who just moved to Los Angeles to pursue my dreams of film and TV. I've read Backstage long enough to know that one of the first steps is to get myself into acting classes and to get professional headshots (done and done!), but now...

Reddit

Reddit · 27 Jun 2017

Directing an African American voice actor...

I recently recorded a couple spots for a TV ad that is directed towards African Americans. I hired an African American voice over actress and I felt she did a really good job. My superiors on the other hand, could not "tell that she was black". They now want me to try and re-record the spot and see if she can sound a b…

Reddit

Reddit · 11 Jun 2017

In need of opinions

Probably a bit off subject for this sub, but I was wondering what voice actors/actresses people would REALLY enjoy seeing at conventions, also bands if you feel like adding those, just any guests really. Also if anybody knows any other subs I could use to post about this please help if possible :D

Reddit

Reddit · 11 Jun 2017

Looking for some advice from semi-established/established voice actors/actresses

Hey voice actors and actresses of reddit. Like many others, I'm an aspiring voice actress who's 20 years old. I'd like some advice on the next step to take in furthering my VO journey. So far I've taken 1 6-week course in voice over. In that course I met in a group for an hour once a week. Besides that I have a handful…

Reddit

Reddit · 10 May 2017

Tips for selecting photos for your actor's website?

How do I know which ones to select? Obviously, I am going for ones where I am engaged and in character. But do you have any other suggestions on how to narrow it down? CD's and directors, what do you look for? Actors, which have you found to be best?

Reddit

Reddit · 5 May 2017

Can I get feedback on my new actor website?

Hey Friends! You guys were super helpful with your feedback on my reel, I would love it if you'd click around my almost finished website and give me any ideas or comments that come to mind. Thanks in advance! https://paigeivy71.wixsite.com/paigeivy

Reddit

Reddit · 21 Apr 2017

Searching voice actor and actresses for huge minecraft mod project

Hi there, My name is Ray and I 'm working, with my team, on an open-source project called "Minecolonies". We are developing a minecraft modification which adds medieval villages to your game. We are quite popular and have over 700.000 downloads and a very active and loving community http://www.minecolonies.com/ https:/…

Reddit

Reddit · 20 Mar 2017

What was your process for creating your website?

I'm at that stage where I'm ready to make my own website. I have very little idea what I'm doing. I'm looking at other actors websites for inspiration and ideas (so if you don't mind supplying your link that would be cool!) but I have no idea which service to use. Domains? Hosting? What? Is there an easy guide somewher…

Reddit

Reddit · 17 Oct 2016

Looking for Female Voice Actresses for Sci Fi Game

Project Bavar Voice Over Audition Hello my name is Kyle an I am looking for voice actors for my teams next project. Currently we are looking for Female Voice Actors for our new game currently labeled Project Bavar. This will be Paid Work. The game will be a Sci Fi Arena based game that will be rated Mature. Character I…

Reddit

Reddit · 13 Oct 2016

VOICE ACTOR/ACTRESS NEEDED ASAP (for educational purposes only)

VOICE ACTOR/ACTRESS NEEDED ASAP (for educational purposes only) Will provide you with credit and copy of final motion graphics video along with a payment of $10.00. Hello, I am a college student looking for someone to read this script for my final motion graphics project. I am creating this video to provide an environm…