I live in Europe. An actor told me that if you were big in your home country but decide to move to Hollywood, you basically go back to the bottom of the ladder. I dream of Hollywood and I speak english almost perfectly but I'm completely broke...so I don't know what to do...Should I try in the UK instead ? But I don't even have enough money to go there... Are there more odds of me making it in my home country than in the UK-US ? I don't know what to do
I made the stupid mistake of uploading my commercial audition to actors access and someone forgetting to rename my videos so now they just say ‘My video 1’ and ‘My video 2’. In the past my agent told me casting most likely won’t even look at ur audition if this happens so I sent my agent an email right after I noticed apologize and told them this technical error will never occur again. Just feeling bummed out especially since it was a really easy going audition (Just had to take a few ball hockey slap shots/ playing and slate). I also get anxiety/ stress over the smallest things so my first thought was “I’m so screwed, I messed up so bad, my agent is gonna drop me now, messed up my future career etc”, I then eventually come back down to reality and calm down but yeah.
Quick question: Is it worth it? For anyone that's a part of it what are some positives and negatives? I haven't heard much about it and want to hear some feedback before pulling the trigger on joining.
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Hi, I'm an aspiring voice actor who recently purchased my first microphone, the Blue Yeti: Blackout. I found and bought it at Target since it was on sale. Was this the right choice?
So I've landed my first audition for the lead of a short indie film. This would be my largest role yet if I book it, as I've only done student films and that sort of thing. Any advice for really becoming the character and nailing the audition? Appreciate any tips!
I'm taking a year or so after finishing my acting BA to work in a smaller regional market to build a reel, build an on-camera resume/IMdb credits, build up my other marketing materials, and save a ton of money before I head to LA to try to break into film/TV there. I've been doing well so far. I'm working all the time in that small market and getting lead/supporting roles--first doing student films/indie shorts and now moving into more indie features. I have a local commercial agent for non-union commercial work (almost no commercial work in this market), I'm self submitting for theatrical work, and I'm in the process of trying to break into VO work as a flexible side gig. I'm also continuously taking industry specific classes from LA via zoom. I'm a marketable type. Still, I know LA is a completely different ballgame than where I am now, and a million times more competitive. Should I be looking nine months down the road toward my LA move, and start looking for an agent there now? Should I be looking for a more regional theatrical agent instead to start with? How do you find agents willing to take on early career actors for theatrical work? I know references from friends are huge, but are there other ways? If I have a strong marketing packet now (reel, headshot, resume) should I start submitting now, or wait until I actually get to LA? I'm an [Imdb.pro](https://Imdb.pro) member, and I research agencies whenever I hear of one with potential, but are there other tricks to identify agencies that might be willing to work with me? I'm also not SAG yet--I've heard wait until the absolute last minute to join because the work is limited after that, but will that hurt me in getting a developmental agent? What about a manager?
Other than it giving your brand more professionalism.
Hello everyone, I recently moved to NY and feel a bit overwhelmed. There is a lot of theaters etc that have been temporarily closed and I am looking to meet actors in the area and join a acting group/theater that is low key. I was wondering if anyone knew how to find or knew of any that you'd recommend me to look into. Thank you
Hi everybody, I am a last year BA acting student and in order to get my BA degree I need to write a work that starts from the thesis ,,is it possible for the actor to perform , indifferently to the space in which he performs?” I need to do research work, so if you could recommend me some books related to this topic, I would really appreciate it. Thank you very much.
I want this to be a respectful discussion, but coming from a comedy background, everything is fair game for getting made fun of. Lisa Lampanelli did it well, Carlin did it well, really well-written comedy shows do it well. Can you weigh in on exactly what is so offensive about Dave's work? I have watched Sticks 'n Stones (by myself and with my SO) trying very hard to find what is so darn offensive but I can't. I am used to comedians making fun of my background, ethnicity, sexual preferences, and gender constantly, and I am not offended by it. I don't see why everyone is up in arms about this. Would truly love to know your thoughts. I want to know what I am missing here.
I genuinely don't know. I'm not a new actor so I feel silly for asking this question but at in-person auditions, you get a prop or mime it. This is in my house though, so would it be bad if I vaped? In one of the scenes a guy gets handed a joint and takes a huge hit. Professional job not indie, what are your thoughts? Should I just do it? (I think I should do it.) (I can blow smoke rings.)
Okay so obviously I looked on the internet, but I’m still confused. Mind you, I don’t know much about acting but I definitely want to be an actor. I’ve watched some marvel and other movie auditions so I have to ask. 1)What exactly is a screen test? 2)And how is it different from an audition? 3)Furthermore, for future reference, how exactly would I go for auditions? Like where would I find them?
I have a silly question given that I have never worked in the film industry. I have read reports about directors who are assholes etc. in fact there was an article that George Clooney refuses to work with directors who require 40 takes. But there was an old video of I think Glenn close rehearsing with someone for the movie fatal attraction. So my question is why don’t directors rehearse with their actors prior to shooting? Is it because actors have to be paid during the rehearsals too? I’m just curious.
Hey just wondering if anyone can recommend any videos or sites or blogs breaking Declan Donellan's books down. He has some moments where I'm conflicted about his message. Some moments make sense and then others seem to contradictions one another such as his disdain for the use of the word "I" which he then goes on to use to describe what a character needs in a scene. Just curious if anyone has any comments or ways of thinking that helped them understand this book.
I came across some TikToks/Videoclips of people impersonating the:“Shinzou wo sasageyo“ from Erwin Smith from Attack on Titan and I think they were pretty dope. Now my question is, as the title already says, do you guys have advices on how to get that power behind the voice like Erwin Smith does (his voice actor is Daisuke Ono btw). I would train and search up tutorials but I don’t know the term of this specific japanese voice style. The same japanese voice style is used in Jojo‘s bizarre adventure (for example). I don‘t expect to exactly sound like Erwin Smith, but I want to improve and maybe learn something new :) Thanks for reading and helping :D
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 at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
I’m currently on my first beginners class but how does a POC become a successful actor in this industry??
Hey! I’m vegetarian- I’m filming something and I’m looking for foods that other actors bring for long days on set. It’s an indie film that won’t be having craft services- what should I bring? What foods do you bring to set?
I don't have any IMDB credits, so far, so I don't have any experience with this stuff. Show comes out on Nov. 13th. Depending on the cutting-room decisions, I'll be in a maximum of 8 or 9 episodes. They've just put up the IMDB website, and all the famous actors are already on there. I read that I'll have to wait for the production staff to add me *after* my first episode has aired, and *then* I can pay the subscription and update my info. **2nd QUESTION:** How do I take control of that credit? Thanks for any info you can give!
I noticed that most of what I have submitted to so far just has me send photo/slate/reel. However, I was looking at one listing and decided to see if there were sides on showfax and there were. Are they expecting people to pay $44 ($22/min) to upload a self tape of the scene just to submit? I have a subscription so it doesn't cost me anything to add media to the submission itself, but I would still have to pay $22/min to add the self tape to the media pool first. The post makes no mention that the sides need to be used to submit for the role. Maybe they are just for if you are selected to audition? The project is Lost Man Found. Can someone with AA experience clue me in please?
Hey fellow actors, as we all know this job can be mentally exhausting whether that's getting into character, critiquing ourselves or just struggling with mental illness in our own lives and trying not to have that come out through the camera. Personally as a creative it's extremely hard for me mentally to do things, from struggling with depression, anxiety and self doubt for many years. I decided to create my podcast to connect with other artist going through the same thing. I started talking about mental breakdown, depression, anxiety, self care, creative burnout and positive affirmations. I shared with a community of creative and it took off, we came together and shared out thoughts, opinions and feelings about what's going on the inside. I don't know if it can help anybody, but I wanted to share it with you guys as well in case anyone needs help with going through something. It's on all streaming platforms but I'll drop the YouTube link if any of you want to check it out. I hope it helps https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCN5SpmvW8aXeZNdC93mZKgg
Looking for Headshot rec in Bay Area I’m looking for someone in the Bay Area/Silicon Valley who has actors headshot experience. All the ones I’m finding are geared towards business headshots and I don’t want to have to go all the way to LA to get them done. Any recommendations would be super appreciated!
I’m a beginner actor in NYC. I have 20k saved and I want to train super hard, network, and jump in ASAP because I’m only getting older. What do you guys suggest I do? Classes and a coach simultaneously? If so any recommendations? I feel like I’m being stagnant and I saved up this money for acting so I want to do as much as I can (while not being dumb about spending, I’m not rich lol) any help would be appreciated and I’m curious to know how you guys would use the savings.
Hi everyone. I'm relatively new to acting (within the last two years) and have what might be considered a rookie question, but I need to ask it! I've been thinking a lot about continuity lately and not just with props, costume, makeup, hair, etc., but with physical movements, gestures and delivery of my scenes in general. I know on larger productions there will be a script coordinator and people on set who are there to assist in this area, but how much as an actor do we need to be cognizant of this within our acting? It seems like it would really take me out of the moment and space I created if I was thinking, "Oh, I need to raise my right arm about this high and raise it when I say this syllable of this word, etc., etc." on every scene that should be filmed as a new experience because of the previous takes that were done. I know it also depends on angle of shot, but is this something that seasoned actors are just used to thinking about and being aware of? Should every shot be absolutely identical after the master shot? If so, how do you get better at this and are there any specific classes you would recommend that would help with this? I'm thinking an in-person on-camera class but would love suggestions on specific ones or other ideas. Thanks for reading and responding!
I've seen plenty of scam audition offers (trying to get you to pay for a membership to view listings and so on). Does anybody know of any companies that actually audition, hire and pay actors/extras in the area? [Filmbirmingham.com](https://Filmbirmingham.com) suggests contacting the movies in progress and asking for their casting directors, but doesn't give much advice on how to find and contact those people.
I'm facing this issue, where as an actor I've read a play again and again and after I'm able to imagine it think what the character I'm playing would be like, it's living in my imagination. But I'm having difficulty bringing it into reality. I'm able to bring the tempo and rythym where I start with, but after some time my own consciousness comes up in between which is a very big disturbance for the character as it starts to diminish when this happens. Does anyone have any helpful inputs on this.
Pretty much as the title says. I need a commission, first time ever I'm paying for something like this, so not really sure how much should I pay, don't want to overpay or be scammed. Additional info: * it's not a text but a series of 25 sentences circa, so I would need the same amount of .wav files; * it's latin, but accents and right pronunciation don't really matter as long as it sounds decent, it's not for academic purposes and I doubt someone would notice; * it's not a voiceover. I know the price range would vary greatly depending on the experience, nationality and so on of the voice actor, just need an estimate of a good price/quality ratio. I will probably publish an offer on Upwork, problem is that the platform needs you to set a max price and usually application entries ask for the same max amount, and of course I have no idea what that amount should be. Thanks to anyone who wants to give me some good advice on this!
For context: I was directed by the director and it took roughly 1 hr to film my scene (different angles, specific activity in scene that took time to reset). I didn’t sign a principal contract but was 100% recognizable in the final shot and credited in theatres. I am trying to get a new theatrical agent and think this could help if it was on my resume, but I don’t want to look green.
The reason I ask is that Twitter says they will verify you if you have 50+ credits. But on IMDb it will say for example… “Actor (10 credits)” …if you have done 10 shows, no matter how many episodes you’ve done. Does anyone know if Twitter is referencing this count? Or the number of credited episodes you’ve done (eg: you have “10 credits” but they’re for 10 episodes each therefore 100 credits). I can’t seem to find an answer anywhere.
To preface this, I have little to no acting experience. Once I got a callback when I was 16, but that’s it. Now, I am 23, and the question in my head occasionally arises “should I try and act?”. This question pops in my head whenever I see a performance that is really inspiring to me (this time it was Dune). What I would hope to gain from acting is the feeling of being absorbed into another world. So, my question is, is this the right motivation to get into acting? I want to know if any actors started this way, or if there are any other signs that pointed them toward acting?
I recently created a profile and filled out every field. But my agent sees it all as blank. She says there should be a check box that says “viewable to agent” but I don’t see that anywhere. Does anyone know where it is?
I’m sorry for the generic title, couldn’t phrase my problem better. I’m only beginning in acting, I’ve been going to acting lessons in a small amateur theatre for a couple of months now. The theatre can put you on plays, depending on your progress in class, I can’t say I’m doing incredibly good, but I’ve made some progress. Anyways, I’ve started rehearsing for a substantial part and yesterday was my first rehearsal almost one-on-one with the director. The other actress attended to later start rehearsing for her own part in the play. However she kept interacting with director, giving comments and directions on how I should be playing and it bugged me quite a bit. She only attends classes for a few more months than me, and frankly not even our more experienced actors let themselves criticise the newbies this way, not often at least. She is better in her skills in some way, she also lacks in the other areas, I know that. Some of her comments might have been ok, some I doubted. In general it just distracted me from doing my best. I feel like in terms of stage acting I’m not as good as her yet, although I am more well read and have in general deeper understanding of the story and character development. Also I feel like director and few other people might have favored me a little bit, as I’m noticeably guite better than average looking and I feel they sympathise with me on a personal level. Hence I feel like they started giving me parts when I might not be fully ready for it. I can’t say no to them, as I don’t want to seem unambitious, not confident, lazy etc. I struggled yesterday, as I’m not instantly comfortable on stage, I gain momentum with time and the other actress’s comments kept throwing me off as well. Anyway, I don’t think she should be giving directions, however, as director was letting it, I couldn’t voice my objection and frankly, I’m not sure if I should. How should I handle this situation, is there a chance that it’s my insecurity speaking?
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Somewhat calling out a facet of our industry which is only modeled in our industry, not anywhere else (from what I've seen). We've heard the term "hard to work with" and we equate that to being a diva, being difficult or uncooperative, egotistical, and all the negative connotations the phrase brings to us. So much so, we as actors try to overcompensate and will sacrifice pay for a project so we don't appear as "difficult to work with" or rather, "Happy to be here", even if you've trained, paid, and worked for your right to be there. It's so subjective and its not shared in corporate spaces (at least the ones I've graced). If the person has the ability to do the job, their unpleasantness may be a factor you have to accept. I'm sure you've heard a Judge being called a "hard-ass" because he gives harsh sentences or waiting for your manager to be "in the right mood" before asking them a question? Your IT guy could probably fix the hell out of your computer, but has a grouchy personality. Granted, nobody wants a diva on set, but saying they're just an unpleasant experience is too vague to have meaning. Jim Carey was difficult to work with during the Andy Kaufman movie -- does that make him an actor you wouldn't want to work with? On the flipside, Harvey Weinstein called actresses who wouldn't sleep with him "difficult to work with", as its easier to say that then "they wouldn't put out". I think this term is antiquated and has overstayed its welcome. It means nothing because its not specific; it does not measure someone's ability to do said job; its a blanket term for abusers and those with power to cancel those beneath them; and it only suggests a moment in time. Maybe that particular set caused the actor to be difficult to work with. Maybe the crew. Maybe it is the actor -- does it matter? Just a thought
I'm happy that my skillset has been able to win me callbacks but I have started to notice a trend...**At Callbacks: I tend to be the very first one to go.** 9 am? Me first. Noon? Me first. It's rare it's after 4 or 5 auditioners I am placed to audition. It's always 1st audition of the day. Anyone else go through this? An agent a while back had told me this is a GOOD thing because the casting office trusts the actor to open the room but here is also my question(s): Yes (and) it does open up the room, it gives you a chance to warm up the room and let the ad agency and client and director 'feel out' what they are looking for - and set the tone - but a lot of times I also feel it can backfire on you as the 'test' run. I think it makes you the guinea pig a lot of times and the adjustments you get are what they learn from and give the other actors to work with as they streamline down their choices. Anyone have any intel on this? Have you ever requested an agent to please stop doing this to you? I understand if I go first once in a while and have to make the most out of it, but taking this hit every single time as 'first one to go' - I'm not feelin'....
I've started becoming really passionate about talking to incoming college students about the insanity that happens in theatre programs. I wasn't accepted into ANY of the mainstage shows, in the musical theatre program, or the theatre performance concentration. Meanwhile, I'm releasing my first single at the end of the year, opened a recording studio with my partner, and have plans to form a theatre collective. If you're currently auditioning for colleges, PLEASE don't make the insane mistakes I did: ​ 1. The college you go to doesn't define who you are. 2. You get out what you put in. 3. don't let the adults scare you.\*\*\* 4. Remember that your future collaborators are more likely your peers, not the faculty. \*\*\*this is my favorite one lol. Anyone else with good advice please add below. I hate the current narrative around college theatre programs and want our young actors to know that they DON'T have to be doormats like we're taught. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxH8RRx\_yWE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wxH8RRx_yWE) Much love to everyone auditioning this year.
New actor here. I’m hearing/reading conflicting information about head shots. My acting teacher says Don’t overthink it, get something that looks like you but does not cost a lot of money. That’s all that matters. But I know there are actors who dish out more $$ for a professional who specializes in head shots. I’m talking to someone now who charges $400 for 2 looks, 3 images retouched. Includes link to all images and Pre-shoot vision board (whatever that is). Does this sound reasonable? Thanks for the input
I am so hard on myself I doubt myself to the point that i feel like i am not fucking close to any glimpse of being an actor, even though tons of people really like my acting and tell me you are really good. So what the fuck i can do, i hate this so much.
Hello everyone! I have an audition for a role in a script I really, really like. (Hooray!) Thing is, though, **my lines are supposed to be in another language with English subtitles. But in the script I was given, they are in English.** (Not going to say what the other language is bcuz I don't want to include anything potentially identifying.) I am fluent in Language 2, but I'm not sure whether they're expecting me to go ahead and translate the lines myself or if there was simply an oversight. **What should I do here? Would it be a bad idea to email the person who contacted me and ask about this?** I'm a bit worried that this is some kind of test and/ or that if I ask they'll assume I was lying about being fluent in Language 2, because unfortunately I know people do do that. Normally I wouldn't mind just going ahead and translating myself, but I don't want to do that without being asked; I would feel a bit weird, like I was trying to impose my own ideas without permission or something. I don't want to appear presumptuous. \* I also don't want to risk going against the writer's vision. (While I am fluent in Language 2, it is not my native language so there's a risk my translations will sound a bit clunky / not how a native speaker would actually say them in the conversational context of the script, if that makes sense. It is a lovely script and I wouldn't want to undermine that for any people watching the film who are native speakers of Language 2). Especially since some of the lines are so abstract that I don't even know what they mean in English haha. \^\^ And others are very idiomatic and therefore just really difficult to translate in a way that sounds good. \* I'm not really expecting anyone else to have encountered this exact situation, because it is a bit unusual haha - just wondering what other actors think I should do based on their experience and instincts. Thank you!! :)
Back in June I booked and shot my first co star role and then literally the next day I booked and shot a commercial for a major company…I was on cloud nine getting to be on set back to back. I thought after I booked my first costar it would be easier for me to book more things but that simply has not been the case. Lately I’ve just been feeling down and frustrated abut not booking anything and then to make matters worst the commercial I shot got cut… so no residuals for me :/ I know these feelings are only temporary and I’m definitely being a little over dramatic (duh, I’m an actor lol) but in this moment it feels like I suck and I’m never going to book anything ever again and that makes me pretty sad. Anyway, that was my little rant/venting session.
Hopefully y'all will know the answer. I've always wondered, when an actor is officially announced as joining the cast of a tent pole movie (or the ilk), are their scenes already filmed? I swear, I'll read principle shooting has been completed and then they'll announce casting additions. Or will production wait until a casting has been announced before filming any scenes with that actor/actress? any reasoning or clarity behind this will be awesome.
I've been wanting to act my whole life. I'm finally taking classes, so just starting out. The thing I'm worried about is time. I have 2 kids- 1yo and 5yo. I want to start auditioning so bad but I don't know what the time looks like so I'm afraid to audition because I don't want to be away from family too long. My husband is super supportive, we both work from home and our schedules are really flexible. Is this something I could do without taking too much time away from family?
Hi everybody, I contract with a company which is looking for female voice actors to dub short licensed videos for YouTube. We already have a couple actors but are looking for another. Please message me if interested. This is a paid gig ($2.40 per 100 words, with frequent repeat videos per month) DM please if interested.
so recently i decided to just go for acting because everyday is a missed opportunity and i don’t wanna be that person who didn’t chase their dreams because of fear or self-doubt but the thing is how do I conquer that fear? I try not to compare myself to other people but i see them with immense credits under their belts and years of hard work unlike me who just starting late in her mid-20s with nothing, it’s daunting really plus i’ve witnessed actors with great talent that I feel like i can’t compete with them. idk, any advice you like to share?
Have any international actors been on OPT after getting training or studying in the US? How was your experience?
I know that agencies for adults shouldn’t ask you for money except for a percentage of the work they get you and where I am from, they also don’t have the right to advertise that they are looking for actors to join their agency and it’s a red flag if they hire anyone who wants to join without any real criteria and represent way too many people… However, most kids agencies I find do ask for money upfront and a lot of them advertise that they are looking for people. I don’t have kids, but a lot of people ask me to recommend agencies for their kids and I never know what to answer. An acting teacher and coach for kids who wrote a book about kids acting said that it’s normal for agents to ask for money upfront because they are taking a risk with kids and don’t know if it will work or not. However, surprise surprise, she is also a kids agents asking for money upfront so it seems like she wrote a book to say that this red flag is actually normal. What are red flags for kids agencies? I am based in Montreal, Quebec, Canada if this helps.
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