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Reddit · 21 Feb 2023

Let's clear some things up. What's your age?

I think it's important to know who we are talking to on this subreddit. It often feels when someone discovers this subreddit, you are not only having to mention that this career involves reading, but entrepreneurship, marketing, audio engineering, and public speaking. I think everyone should participate in this poll. G…

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Reddit · 21 Feb 2023

Can I make a mic sound as good if it's further from my mouth?

I'm a voice actor but I'm also a youtuber. I'm trying to rig together a camera stand complete with camera, lights, and mic and I can't seem to get a decent sound out of it. I'm using a Shure MV7 for my Youtube videos. When it's close to my mouth it sounds warm and nice. I tried setting it up so that it comes down from…

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Reddit · 21 Feb 2023

Uta Hagen's 'Challenge For The Actor'

I was planning on reading both 'Respect for Acting' and 'Challenge For The Actor' by Uta Hagen, but I have recently read that she admittedly 'disassociated' herself from the former book. From someone who has read both - is it worthwhile to read them both? Or does 'Challenge For The Actor' contain everything you need fr…

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Reddit · 21 Feb 2023

How to contact voice actors for interview?

Hey everyone! I’m using IMDB Pro to get the contact information but I’m not sure who would be the right person to contact. There’s a Talent Agent, Manager, Talent Agent Voice, and Talent Agent Personal Appearance. I originally assumed Talent Agent Voice would be the best bet but then I started thinking that might be on…

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Reddit · 21 Feb 2023

Another day, another actors strike

I'm being sardonic. Few years ago, our theatre company fucks us, we try to negotiate. Even threat to strike. It all blows up, two people negotiate without us, got what they wanted, and we lost our positions. Back to square one, like Im starting again, but older. Now, when it seemed I was getting steam again, the new co…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Jean Dujardin perfect acting in OSS 117

I hope I don't break untold rules, but I wanted to share what is a great moment of acting in my opinion: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaO9\_Zuhawc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaO9_Zuhawc) The emotion range and scale in that scene is so subtle and well balanced, you can see each second he is embracing the song…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Question regarding "basic" skills (this is embarrassing)

I am a beginner in most aspects of acting, but one thing I'm sure of, is that when it comes to starting their careers, actors can't afford to be picky. In my case, I mostly have opportunities to act in theatre, in a TV commercial, or act as an extra for movies. Being a lead in a short/student film is a less common, but…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

What is a typical day like for VA?

I've been looking into voice acting/broadcasting as of late. Right now, I'm working in customer service for a logistics company and it's not uncommon for me to receive compliments on my voice during phone calls. I'm told that I have a very calming and soothing deep voice or that I could be an announcer. I've done some…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Advice for fixing my voice- sibilance looms large.

Disclaimer that I'm not somebody with any ambition of being a professional voice actor. I'm simply a man trying to do some voice overs for my own little personal video projects, where similarly I don't have any pretence to be creating world busting affairs and rather just little things of local interest. I've briefly r…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Agent told me not to hold my breath..?

Reached out about an actor for a role in a short, and the agent said "Sure, but don't hold your breath because we're not really in the shorts market". Should I just pass and not waste energy sending an offer to them?

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Current best profile websites for VO auditions/self-submissions?

Hi there. I've been out of the VO game for awhile now, and I was wondering if anyone could help weigh in on which online casting/profile websites are the current legit/active ones for self-submissions/auditions and promoting your work? Back when I was doing it, it was [voice123.com](https://voice123.com) and [voices.co…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Does anyone feel not just lonely being actor?

I know that acting is a communal profession, but it can feel quite lonely a lot of the time. I had a hard time making friends when I was in my course for drama. I did have a few people but I struggled with a lot of things to the point where folks felt like they gave up on me. It can be hard to shake off, makes you thin…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Strongly considering pursuing acting

(M,22) Hi guys, I live in NYC, I just moved here about 6 months ago from a overseas. I’ve always been wanting to be an actor or pursue filmmaking to some degree despite having absolutely no experience whatsoever. Y’all got any advice on where & how to start? Should I go to school? Take lessons? Any advice is appreciate…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

What should an agent-actor relationship/rapport look like?

How do you describe your relationship with your reps? Friendly, professional, joke around, etc? Do you talk (whenever possible and within reason) about non-industry related things? How close (if possible) are you with your reps?

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Making a Living As An Actor

So I’m very passionate about being an actor. Not trying to brag, but a lot of people around me have been saying I’ve got real natural talent and that if I were to pursue seriously, I’d be successful. And to be honest, I wouldn’t mind pursuing it. However, that’s been said about the millions of other people that have be…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

Do any other actors out there not dream of becoming a professional?

I used to dream of becoming a famous Broadway actor back in high school, but in the past couple years have decided that I don't ever want to be famous. I want to be able to run errands and do day to day things and not have cameras following me around 24/7. I used to think the ultimate goal of acting was to become some…

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Reddit · 20 Feb 2023

To those of you who are acting despite being introverted or shy etc.

I'm an introvert and I'm shy and have some social anxiety. I do think acting is fun though. I have only taken acting for film classes before and I have now started a Meisner class. I don't know how to explain it but, during the last class I got a comment that sort ot indicated that my shyness is a problem. I do feel a…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

How to find local auditions

I'm just starting out and would love to sharpen my skills by doing some community theater. I know of sites like backstage and actors access but I'm wondering if there is a resource that's more focused on local community theater gigs?

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

Don’t you find the odds depressing ?

They say you need talent and luck. I’m sure there are some exceptionally talented actors who never get a break. Or maybe you get some work but not enough to make it your full-time job. I always enjoy the acting, but I don’t love it to the point where I’m willing to go all out for it. I know there are some people who fa…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

Is there a way to unlearn or change your instincts?

I'm a beginner who is interested in acting, and is currently trying to save up & build the courage to take an acting class. In the meantime, I sometimes like to reenact scenes of my favorite movies and record myself. When watching myself act, even when I was able to visualize my characters' world and was not in my own…

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Reddit · 19 Feb 2023

How did you get started in voice acting?

I was watching this interview about the voice actor of Neon from Valorant and was just curious, how did everyone start their voice acting journey, what are the pain points, and how do things actually work during a commission for work? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9nscAUjPY&t=2s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

I need a 3 person scene.

I’m doing a scene for my acting class and all three of us actors are having a very difficult time finding a scene for us to do. Does anyone know of a good three person scene for 2 girls (18-21) and a guy (25-30)

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Is it normal to hate my one voice?

So I’m an aspiring voice actor and I’ve spent around 4 hours over the past couple of days recording things in a small home studio I have and over those 4 hours I’ve not kept a sings voice line because I think all of them are completely worthless and not good enough to be heard by anyone, is it normal to think that?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Can foreigner become a successful actor?

Hii! I have a dream to become an actor in the US. The thing is that I have a little bit of an accent. I feel like I will never make it big with an accent and I’m having trouble getting rid of it. P.S my accent isn’t like Sofia Vergara’s or smth like that to become my thing. Do u think I should give up?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Is lifting weights bad for actors?

Currently in acting school, and my movement teacher has been quite adamant about not lifting weights, since they say we are working to get rid of tension, and lifting weight adds tension and is a very tense and straining exercise. I’m just wondering if this is true and if you agree with it? I’m wanting to lift weights…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Asking for a raise?

Hi! I’m a non-eq actor & got the call this morning: I booked a summer gig. YAY! The pay is not great, but not horrible as far as non-eq goes. $400/wk. Unfortunately I still have to pay rent in another city, even though my gig provides housing. So I’m wondering if asking for a small raise to meet my needs is possible. T…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Got "scouted" at the mall. . . What do you all think of this?

Hello, all. I know very little about this industry. I am not an actor nor someone who wants to become an actor, but I am very curious about this situation and want to know what you all think. I live in LA, and I was at a mall. An individual came up to me and said I have “the look” for this place that hires for commerci…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

If you had to guess, how many actors are there?

I don't mean working actors. I don't mean celebrities. If you counted up everyone "trying" to be an actor in NYC, LA, USA, or globally. What do you think the number would be? I define "trying" as anyone who works or wants to work as an actor that spends some portion of their day either doing such or pursuing acting wor…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Acting course for professionals in Dublin

I'm a spanish actress and I'm considering doing some kind of course/workshop for professional actors in Dublin during the summer. I'm looking for tips, advice and recommendations and whether should I do It or not haha . :)

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Question about actors access

Hi, ​ When I upload a theatrical headshot for actor's access, and even if I have other photos. Do CDs for non-commercials only see the theatrical headshot or they only see that one first? The theatrical shot I have is very charactery and I was thinking if that's the one they see first, it'll prevent me from gett…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

TABLE READ: MIDDLE EASTERN ACTORS NEEDED

Hey guys, I’m having a Table Read in Hollywood today, Saturday 18th 5-8 PM and I’m looking for a young Middle Easter Actor for a role as one of my actors just cancelled. If any on here is available and interested, please DM.

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

Non-actor with a question. Thank you.

My friend is in Los Angeles and hasn't been able to make it beyond small quick things and is thinking of going to Atlanta. I thought LA is the place idk how to get them to stay here or change careers is Atlanta a terrible idea?

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

How to know when to back out of a volunteer acting gig?

Hey - staying super vague about this, obviously. I just emailed someone about auditioning from a casting call on FB. I gave him details, my IMDB, my experience, a reel, etc. He replied back without even needing me to audition — he basically just said “cool! happy to work with you!” and gave me the necessary info. He wa…

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Reddit · 18 Feb 2023

I just paid for an acting class this March

I’m really nervous, but really excited. I’ve been dreaming of being an actor for awhile now and I can’t believe I’m starting. Week is gonna packed cos I’m also doing a different course at uni so hopefully I’ll push through. Any 19 year olds whose doing the same? Both acting classes and another course at the same time?

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Any recommendations for small to medium agents in the UK?

I'm 22 currently in a professional theatre show having just filmed two short films for showreels. I had one year of professional training and am now looking for the next step into getting work as an actor. Any advice would be appreciated as I know some people say to hold off getting an agent while others say its worth…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Always dry throat and stuffy nose, doc can‘t find anything related to it !

I just went to 2 different actors to take a x ray of my throat, thyroid and nose & all of them said that they are healthy and in super condition, How can it still be that I have a nasal thin voice that gets super dry and tired after singing/humming for some minutes? I have this symptoms for about a year now, and it mak…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Can some one recommend any good acting coaches in NYC who are not that expensive?

So I’m an actress in NYC, I have trained at HB studio back in 2017-2018 and Identity Drama School online training from 2020 -2021. Although, the online training was great, I really want to get back into in-person training, but I also feel I need an acting coach to get a more one on one experience. Can someone recommend…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Doing an audition when not SAG or SAG-E yet?

Just got an audition request for a guest-star role on a television show that I have submitted for multiple times! However, when they sent the audition, in the instructions it said in all caps… “IMPORTANT INFO: MUST BE SAG-E OR SAG”. I’ve seen different opinions on still auditioning in hopes of getting to Taft-Hartley,…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Mastering the Craft: How to Become an Exceptional Actor in 2023

Becoming an actor is a dream that many people share. It’s a profession that allows you to express your creativity, evoke emotions, and entertain people. However, becoming an exceptional actor requires more than just talent and passion. It requires dedication, hard work, and a willingness to continuously improve your cr…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Does actors access verify the casting calls on their site?

I have never seen anything sketchy looking on there like on sites like Mandy or backstage. But today I got a cmail request for a commercial and I felt like something was off about it, I went and did a little research and I can’t find a single name that was listed anywhere online with the exception of the producer who I…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

Is this too ridiculous? Eccentric short samples...

Thought I'd finally hit the Voice Actor life. Like most of my projects, I hit a bit of a wall when preparing/over-preparing and veer a bit into eccentricity. That's benefited some efforts and not others. My question here is how is this no-direction sample of various male voices received? Too ridiculous or headed in a d…

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Reddit · 17 Feb 2023

I bombed my first ever audition and I already feel like giving up

My goal is or in this case was to become an extra in tv productions in order to pay for some of my uni bills. But also because I have a genuine fascination with the acting world. Well I had my first audition today and it went horrible mostly because of nerves and the fact that I'd never performed a monolog in public (I…