Hi all, I got asked to do a background job (I have an obscure trait that they need from a few background actors). I would get $ and a SAG Voucher, and this would be my 2nd voucher (earned another in 2019 for a commercial). I don't want to shoot myself in the foot and limit job opportunities in the future, but I also don't know when I will get offered a SAG voucher in the future and don't want to "miss my chance" to get a SAG voucher. Although, not sure if this is even a valid concern. I'm very green, only done commercials and print work until recently. From my understanding, if I get a SAG Voucher, I can only do so many SAG projects until I am a must join. Much like most actresses, I want to eventually get principal roles. So, I don't think it is smart to potentially make myself a must join if I am **not** in a place where I can book principal roles on a SAG-AFTRA project? Would appreciate some insight! ​ TLDR: Is it a bad idea to get SAG Vouchers from a background job?
Short version: I'm trying to get back on my acting game and feeling extraordinary rusty. I keep hearing about WeAudition and thinking that serving as a reader could help me get back in the swing if connecting with other actors while helping with *their* projects without having to have/coordinate my own. If you've been a reader on WeAudition, what was that process like for you? How involved/"stressful" (for lack of a better word) is it for the reader? How has it helped you (or not, lol) as an actor? Do you feel you've gotten enough value reading for people to make it worth the subscription? Is there anything I should know before I sign up? I know there's the ability to charge/tip, but I'm not really focused on making money from it, beyond maybe getting the subscription to pay for itself ;)
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Hello all, as the title states, I am just getting started. I want to make a demo reel based off some scripts but don't really know where to look for a variety if script samples that are safe for me to use in the demo reel. Any suggestions or resources? I can see myself doing eLearning, professional, ads, etc. Trying different things out.
In the Past 2 years I've booked 3 SAG Feature Films 2 Major Stream Series, and 6 Commercials. I've been incredibly fortunate. I can definitely say I know a thing or two, but I'm not here to act like I'm the shit or pretend I know everything. Cause I don't. I still have a lot to learn. I'm just here to Vent because I know this community understands. This industry really, really, really tries to destroy your self esteem in *many* different ways. Getting rejected on the daily, isn't really that big of a deal anymore. Getting avail checks, First refusal and not getting it doesn't really phase me. but there are some things that become harder and harder to swallow, the further up the ladder I climb. For example, I booked a good part on A Marvel Disney Plus Show. And My line was absorbed the moment I was about to step in front of camera. I had a huge callback session for a HBO series. I received so many compliments from the producer and director, but the role was booked by some other actor WITH THE SAME EXACT NAME! A Feature Netflix Movie I booked with a Star Wars Lead was canned because he stepped down during filming for whatever reason. And Finally, today, The first Feature SAG movie that I booked finally came out in Theatres, and guess what, I didn't make the cut, and it was a good chunk, it was a page of dialogue. I would be lying if I said I didn't feel embarrassed, hurt, pain, insecure and disappointment. My first reaction to why these things happen is that, maybe it's me, maybe I'm not good enough, maybe I suck. But if I really take a step back and put my emotions aside, There's a similar theme with all of these moments. **It's not personal.** Sometimes your line gets absorbed because it doesn't fit the creative flow of what is actually happening between the two leads. And it wouldn't make sense to add your line there anymore. The Lead bails out for whatever reason, that has nothing to do with you and it's not just you who suffers. It's everyone on production, Crew, the Director and Producer who has been writing and planning this out for years. Your part gets cut out because the scene no longer makes sense with the final product of how they want to convey the story. The scene I shot with the lead was so casual and nonchalant that it would diminish and lower the dramatic tension in the final cut of the movie. The actor with the same exact name booking it, that ones probably always going to haunt me, because I will never know if they booked the wrong guy. Anyways, I know It hurts, it stings, we do so much to bend over backwards to get these auditions in, while trying to balance our own life and mental health. Work these really odd jobs to keep our dreams alive, it's kind of difficult to not take these moments personally. and to understand this is all apart of the game, and not everyone's going to have the mental fortitude to survive. So right now, I'm gonna go eat some ice cream, play video games, walk around nature because I need to exercise self love and self care. Not self punishment. because I know, the next audition, and the next big role is coming is coming my way. peace.
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 just felt like sharing my acting story because i feel like this might help some of you I'm not where I want to be as an actor but the last few weeks changed a lot for me and I'm nearer to my goal than ever 9 years ago I had the change to act on a real stage in front of real people for the first time, it was so much fun that some part of me immediatly knew that this is what i want to become and what i want to do the rest of my life. A few years and more experiences later i moved to a bigger city but i was too anxious to even try an audition for an acting school. The thing is - i was unhappy. I knew what i want to do but was to afraid to do it. Finally, way to late in my eyes, I tried it. And i failed. I tried again and failed again. I tried 8 times i think, not just in my country, i also went to another country to try it there (I live in Europe). Unfortunatily with no luck. But the timed passed anyway and now i'm in my mid 20s and I always felt like it's way to late for me. Most people start with 20 or even 19 and it's way easier because the schools want young people. Well but i luckily I didn't stop and last Tuesday I got my "Yes" for an acting school in my city. I don't think I realized it yet, but shortly after they told me I'm in i almost collapsed. It's just unreal. What I realized a few months ago is this: i will be an actor, no matter what. The only thing that could change that is me stopping persuing my dream. You know? It will take time but eventually, if i don't stop, i will get where i want to be as an actor. So please, don't stop. Just keep on grinding and find new things about yourself, watch movies, read, go in the theatre if you can and keep in mind that age is just a number (i know I might be relativly young in this subreddit but still) Cheers! PS: [This video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVPxwh2UHOk) helped me so much, such incredible advice.
Pretty much the only well-known actor who I can think of that has it is Daniel Radcliffe. If you're not aware of what Dyspraxia is...it's pretty much a disorder that ruins your fine motor skills. Kids with it have terrible handwriting, suck at sports, poor coordination. take longer to learn to tie their shoes, etc. Of course, one crticial component in acting is coordination. Fight scenes or throwing scenes, for instance, may be a significant struggle for dyspraxic folks. I'm pretty sure I'm Dyspraxic as it explains so much about my clumsiness in general and how I can't even play games like beer pong lol. Can any actors on here relate? I feel like this is a career and ambition-ending disorder, given how important movement is in this line of work.
I am thinking of getting an agent after years of being self-represented. I used to get a lot of small roles from being self-represented, but I think I am ready for the next level and have someone submit me for bigger roles and give me feedback on how to be better. However, I already have tons of opportunities as a brand ambassador and host, which are well-payed jobs that I love, but that have a pretty complicated schedule that changes every week. I personally manage to work as an actor while dealing with this schedule that is very flexible, but I am not sure an agent will have the time to do this too. Being a host is as important to me as being an actor. I was thinking of maybe sharing a Google calendar with them so they’ll know if they can book me on something or not. Maybe an agent who also represents hosts will understand? Or maybe you have other ideas? How do you manage your schedule with an agent? If it won’t work for them, I’ll just stay self-represented.
A young actor I’m mentoring asked me this question, and I gave them my answer, but I’m curious how typical it is. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/ppfas2)
Hello, I've been searching for an answer, but I couldn't find one. I'm thinking of signing up for actors access plus account, and I'm wondering if the plus account will allow me to upload demo clips for free? I notice I can submit unlimitedly, as well as pictures are free, but I'm wondering what about a demo reel? Can anyone tell me also if the plus is worth the money you pay? ​ \- J
Hello everyone, Can someone help me out here? I’ve uploaded a 1080p quality video on actors access but it seems to be watered down due to the site? What can I do to resolve this? If I uploaded a 720p quality video would the site water it down more or would it be better off for me? I do not want to take the video I already have down to just pay again to re upload it again in a different quality if it doesn’t change it.
My new teacher has a no drugs (including but not limited to weed) 24 hours before class rule, which makes sense because she doesn’t want people showing up high. However, she also explicitly recommended that none of us smoke pot at all. She says consistent smoking will “dull reactions and create a very distinctive lethargy, which is counter to what the aspiring actor needs.” I honestly have done a lot to improve my mental and physical health this past year, and the thought of giving up pot seems too difficult for me (right now). If I quit smoking, I’ll likely go back to an even worse habit. I’m fine with not smoking the day before/day of, but now I’m worried smoking weed could ruin all of my potential… Does anyone on here have any insight?
UK voice actor here. I got my memberships with Equity (union) and Spotlight (UK's main/biggest casting directory) through on-camera work, but the pandemic hit and I let my memberships lapse for financial reasons. About a year ago, I got into voice acting and ended up with a whole professional setup at home. I love it so much that I'm not really interested in returning to live-action work, but I have the option of rebooting my Equity and Spotlight memberships without jumping through the hoops you have to jump through when you first join (paperwork etc). My problem is that I don't really have the money to start paying a fee to both organisations again, but I don't know which one to choose. If I rejoin the union I'm potentially screwing myself out of paid non-union VO jobs, but Spotlight is borderline useless when it comes to looking for voice work IIRC. Sounds like an easy choice and that I should just go back with the union, but I also know that the best on-camera/theatre agents here won't even look at you unless you're on Spotlight and I'm assuming that it's the same for the top voice agents, although hopefully I'm wrong. Any advice? I also had a membership with Mandy and that seemed to get a fair amount of VO auditions coming through, but it's never really mentioned for some reason.
Grad student at an acting program here. During the final year of our MFA, we do a show with a regional house in the area and get an equity contract if I so choose, to join the union. My goal is to primarily work in tv/film post-graduation, and move to LA to do so…is joining equity even worth it in the LA market? The initiation fees would be a big chunk of the payment I’m getting for the show, but I’m wondering how Equity actors in LA feel about it.
TITLE: 4:08 PM TYPE: Student Short Film of a 6-page Script SYNOPSIS: Blair and Dylan, a young couple deeply in love, spend their last moments together before an asteroid destroys the world. ***** ROLES: Blair and Dylan BLAIR - A person in their mid-20s to early 30s. They are an emotionally sensitive person. The concept of annihilation is too much for them to cope with, so they seek comfort from their partner, Dylan. This sensitivity makes them stop Dylan’s confession to them, not wanting to spend their last moments in pain. They are also a bit insecure, and they seek reassurances, especially of love, from their partner. DYLAN - A person in their mid-20s to early 30s. They are calm, confident, and self-assured. This is why they are first seen in bed reading as the world is about to end. They are a point of stability and reassurance for their partner, Blair, but does not mind being so. Even though they love their partner very much, they feel guilty about keeping a secret from Blair, and wants to confess it before they die so they can do so with a clean conscience. This guilt Dylan has held for so long is one reason why they work so hard to reassure Blair of their love for them. ***** ACTOR REQUIREMENTS: Kissing, holding hands, and other light physical displays of affection are required for these roles. CONTACT: Please send me a PM if you are interested in acting in this production. ACTOR SUBMISSIONS: Please include in your PM your name, your interest in acting in this film, any acting training, any previous acting experience, and a link to your headshot picture. Also, please note if you’re willing to be portrayed as someone in a heterosexual couple, a same sex couple, or both. DATE OF FILMING: October 8, 2021, 8 am - 6 pm. LOCATION: Southside neighborhood of West Palm Beach. CONTRACT AND PAY: This project is a non-union student project that has no pay. This film is being made for a college class. Lunch will be provided by the production.
Hello I (17M) am an actor, mostly musical theatre is where my passion lies but I do read plays often and enjoy performing in them as well. I have ADHD and while it does make my life pretty difficult at times, it has honestly served me well in many aspects of acting (learning Stanislavski). I can live in the moment and have a great imagination and I have tons of energy. It feels like I was meant to do this. But I'm trying to find more characters like me, I really want to see myself in a character. This is sort of for audition purposes & monologue finding but also for inspiration purposes, I like writing plays/musicals too and I want to write a role for an ADHD actor. So yeah anyone know any plays with characters with ADHD? Doesn't matter to me if it's explicitly stated that the character has it or implied. Movie and TV show suggestions are welcome as well. Thank you!
Newbie Voice Actor here: you'll probably see me post ALOT of questions over the next month! I'm making a Vocal Booth with PVC booth but with a wooden frame and Producer's Choice Acoustic blankets from VocalBoothToGo. I would love to have a laptop in the booth to record but I'm worried about fan noise. Any laptop recommendations?
Hey guys! This is my first time posting on this community, but I finally have a reason :) I’m in the IB (international baccalaureate) program at school and we have to write a two sided argument about an ethical dilemma. Mine is -“Should able bodied actors be cast in the roles of disabled characters?” Please feel free to answer either way, and I may use your quote in my thesis RP!
Hi all. I've frequently seen bloopers in sitcoms where someone will mention that they only know their lines. I've always wondered, how is that possible? I know it's a dumb question but how do you know when your next turn is to speak if you don't know if the previous actor is fully done delivering their lines? Forgive me for such an amateur question :)
I wouldn’t call my self famous, but I have been pulled in the streets a few times. I acted as the CCTV footage of James Bulger on “CrimesThatShookBritain”. I had been coached acting through “stagecoach” within their studios. I have stopped acting for around, 5years. I leave school in May, so the question is; do I go back after school?
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The reason i’m asking is because I am always told I’m bad at lying so I also wonder if that has anything to do with it
Hi everyone! **15-second version:** Having a huge social media following and "engaging" (whatever the f\*\*\* that's even supposed to mean lol) with followers is like, way way WAY more important for your acting career than I thought (like... frighteningly so?), and apparently agents and the like think you should be on there pretty much constantly, which is scary for me because it is really bad for my mental health to spend a lot of time on insta and twitter and so forth, especially as a disabled person and a woman. (Not to mention the actual physical danger that can come with sharing too much with followers, on top of the deluge of harassment.) **Is there a way to deal with this? To further your career without losing touch with yourself or destroying your mental health?** Also - maybe this is just a spoiled-out-of-touch brat thing to say, but... does anybody feel uncomfortable with what this says about artistic integrity and the like? **Full:** Recently I heard something that really discouraged me re: acting careers and social media. Apparently there were two actresses going out for a lead in a regional production and the deciding factor for the director was that one of them had more Twitter followers than the other. (They were both by all appearances equally good actors, so at least there's that, but still something about that story just felt so... cold to me. Like, after all your training, that's what it comes down to? That's what matters?) And this apparently happens all the time. (And it's not even Broadway! I'm honestly surprised that that many people would decide whether to go see a regional production or not based on whether they know about the person from social media. Odd. Surely most of the people old enough to afford theatre tickets in the first place aren't the TikTok demographic, lol!!! \^\^) I also saw that a founder of a major casting office said that he uses social media "because it gives him a better idea of what actors are like" than the brief time he can spend seeing them in person does. Hearing about all of the above troubles me for two reasons: 1. I know acting is a business, and I respect that theaters have to get butts in seats, but it really discourages me that something like raw number of Twitter followers would be what it comes down to. (And I know musical theatre in general isn't designed to be piercingly intellectual for the most part - heck, I wouldn't probably love it as much if it was - but it does take a huge amount of emotional intelligence and dedication to you craft to excel in this field, and seeing how actors pour their heart and soul into auditions and roles, and believe in this art form with all their heart, I just... I hoped there was something more than just dollar signs going on behind the closed doors? If that makes sense?) Maybe I'm just really naive, but this made me really despair for artistic idealism and such. I dunno. Maybe I just need to get over myself about that. 2. Social media is incredibly stressful for me. It has had a horrendous impact on my mental health. I literally do not think I can ever get back on Twitter, the fighting and vitriol I saw on there depressed me so much. Not to mention how burdensome it is to now have what effectively amounts to another part-time job. Not only is it tiring, but it's taking away from the time actors could be spending on their craft. And of course there's the fact that it's more burdensome for some people than others. It's often harder for disabled people (in my case, I'm autistic, and my anxiety is already bad enough without social media lol! Let alone all the ableism that is thrown at you - AND the fact that it is harder for me to be charming and winning and likeable and witty and win friends, on social media as well as in person), and women and POC get harassed on there far more than more privileged individuals do. (E.g. Kelly Marie Tran and the actress who played Rey having to delete their twitters/instagrams/etc.) And the fact that I'm not as pretty as other actresses makes it harder for me to get followers. I can't just post a cute pouty selfy showing off my shiny hair every day and get 300 likes on it like other actresses can. I know looks matter \*some\* in this industry, and I've made my peace with that, but the specific reason I went into stage rather than film acting is because they (used to...?) matter less in theatre due to the heavy makeup and the lights and the audience being 30 feet away. It seems that's gone now? :/ People talk about social media supposedly levelling the playing field, but in fact in many ways it has made it worse. :( (Oh and a third reason, I lied haha \^\^) The idea that social media can really show who you are. (Looking at an actor's videos is one thing, but the profile overall? Like, their photo of themselves on vacation or whatever? I don't get it.) I find that troubling. I am not an instagram profile. Neither I nor anyone else can ever represent ourselves with one hundred percent accuracy on there. I've certainly never gotten a complete read on what someone's like in "real life" (I know those lines are blurry, but you know what I mean) based on their posts. Social media is designed to distort us and our image and our thinking, in whatever way is most profitable - it's built into the very DNA of every one of the major sites. Their very purpose is social engineering. I thought our performances were what is supposed to show "who we are"! For pete's sake, I've spent all these years working on the delicate art form of how to distill everything about "who I am" into sixteen bars, lol! That's been drilled into me since I was tiny. Like, what even is the point of getting good at auditioning well if that's not what makes the decision for them - if they think your twitter isn't pithy enough or your instagram photos are too washed out? (I exaggerate, of course, but still... you wonder!) It makes me sad that a director's or CD's decision could be clinched by someone's instagram profile or Twitter or what-have-you, rather than by their emotional rendition of a song. Let alone the thought that I could be passed up for a part because I needed to take a mental-health break and lost followers. (And don't even get me started on the idea that every person is a "brand"! I could go on about that for days haha!) Any thoughts are appreciated! :) Thank you so much! <3
I am currently doing a three year run theatre school in my country. I want to be an actor when we grow up. Will doing theatre help me with that, make me better in any kind of way?
So I really would like to be a voiceover actress for animated movies and cartoons. How would I best go about doing that?
i’m currently on a gap year after graduating highschool, i was supposed to apply to drama school for this year but i didn’t feel ready mentally. truthfully, i’ve just always had this weird feeling about drama school that i haven’t been able to pinpoint. is that demanding and intense 3 years worth it when you can learn the same things in a shorter (and often less stressful) period of time in acting classes? i live in england, where drama school training is glorified for actors more than anywhere else in the world so the pressure is a little higher in that sense too. i feel like my parents don’t trust me to be a bit more of a freelancer and want me to stay in education which is why they’d prefer if i got an acting BA, instead of doing my own thing and going to part time classes. long story short i just feel kinda stuck :’)
I do remember reading somewhere here about some famous actor who used to frequent this sub reddit a lot before they blew up? I’m thinking Simu but I could be wrong. Please help me lol it’s bothering me
Hi! We're creating a YouTube brand. It is going to be a video essay-style format, but instead of a human narrating, we have a malevolent alien. This alien is advising specific humans in power how to manipulate/influence the people they lead (presidents, military leaders, dictators, media company owners, etc.). Taking inspiration from the popular "How To Be A Tyrant" Netflix series. We need a voice for it. I do not want a human trying to sound like an alien (well done VO acting), but instead use tech to make the voice sound more alien-like. **The best way to explain the objective, is:** A voice that makes people question "Is this a human voice or an alien voice?". Since whatever humanness is in it, will be relatability/familiar (good for YouTube content). And whatever alien will fit the channel narrative. Both combined - will engage people's curiosity to listen. So crafting an interesting voice like this may be key and the most valuable balance... I’m thinking there might be a custom synthetic voice creation or voice-changer expert who can help me answer the following questions: * What are the pros and cons of a voicechanger? Compared to a synthetic voice? * Depending on which is chosen - where do we go to get it customised, and created? I'm thinking of something like this, but a bit more alien like... [https://youtu.be/UsNnkax2wNA?t=113](https://youtu.be/UsNnkax2wNA?t=113) Happy to pay for someone to provide expertise on the matter (e.g. $100 USD for 30 minutes of time discussing). And guide how we can create it. Also, any general tips from you voiceover actors would be most welcome. I'm sure everyone here has got a better idea than I on how to take the first step! Thanks, Oli PS. The purpose of this format is to help viewers become aware of their own susceptibility to influence by leaders in the modern-day. And do so with a fun format that sparks peoples’ imagination!
I’ve only been acting for about 2 1/2 years but but since the very beginning I’ve always taken classes that were built for on camera work. I’ve always heard that theater actors when transitioning to TV and film always have a tough time with that process (especially when it comes to self taping). I don’t know if I would be backtracking what I’ve learned so far if I go back and take theater classes. I heard that some casting directors love to see theater credits on resumes but Is it worth taking if you didn’t start out with that?
So I recently got cast in a film and yesterday we had a table read over Zoom. There were several times during the read when the director would stop us and ask, “Could you say the line like this?” It’s my ultimate pet peeve as an actor and I cannot stand it when directors do it. And every time I say the line the way he wants me to say it, it never feels natural. He really comes off as inexperienced. So I was wanting to know how you guys dealt with directors who would do this because I can’t possibly be the only one who gets so annoyed by this.
How did you start your career as a voice actor and what experience do you need to get yourself started on the career?
how does one get their name / project announced in one? i’m the lead in a film that has some name talent attached, but i have no clue if their teams or publicists will make the announcement since it’s a very small indie film. i don’t have a publicists, but just curious. it may seem silly but it’s always a fun actor milestone, imo.
I have been told by many friends and even online strangers that I have a voice for voice acting. When i was younger i wanted to be a seiyuu (Japanese voice actor) but for a while gave up on that dream cause i wasn't Japanese. I was also pretty young and indecisive cause I also wanted to be an astronaut or an actress but those got ruled out for me (too short/hate being put in a spotlight). I've since gone to college for Japanese language, studied abroad, graduated, and have grown an big interest/fondness in accents so I love repeating voice overs in games or even creating my own voices for characters in games as i play if there is a lot of dialogue. I have also been praised for my pronounciation when I speak Japanese and am often asked if I am Japanese online. This has honestly given me the confidence to actively try and make this a career for me, I just dont know where to start, how to get involved whether it be fandubbing or paid services, what kind of communities can I join to get my foot in the door, how do I find auditions whether locally or online? When i try to just google everything seems like a scam for newbies to pay for classes that are stretched out so long and provide little to no actual help. I tried joining a discord but there wasn't much activity there. Any advice is appreciated :)
I recently got a chance to be a background actor on a new Netflix show and it was such a great experience. As a film student being on set is such a great learning experience and I'm inspired to try my hand at acting. Does anyone know of any good acting classes I could take as a beginner? I don't really want to pay like $500 or $600 dollars but I want something that is affordable but still worth trying. I'm a university student so I would rather some suggestions outside of universities, like programs in Toronto and such.
Hi all! LA actor here pretty new to the “having a theatrical agent” thing and lately I’ve been booking some background work that I have procured myself and been paid for. I have paid my manager 10% on this work because I know that is standard, but I am wondering if I need to pay my theatrical agent as well? It’s a little unclear from our contract language and I’m wondering if there is an industry norm I should abide by. I was leaning towards “yes” because at the end of the day my theatrical agent is part of my team and putting in work for me even if I didn’t procure this specific work through them? Would appreciate the insight, thank you!
Hey friends! I’m an actor living in LA looking for a day job to supplement my career and was looking into becoming an office PA at places such as FX, WB, or Netflix. I figure working at these studios would allow me to meet people actually working in the industry. Befriend the right people, introduce them to things I’m writing/working on, you get the idea. My only reservation is the full time commitment. Unlike working at a bar or weighing tables, I would have fixed office hours Monday-Friday. My fear is that, if an audition came along, or I actually booked something, I would be unable to pursue unless quitting the job. What do you guys think? Has anyone been an office PA at one of these places and successfully led an acting career at the same time? Also, was it as beneficial as you thought? Thanks for the feedback and I hope you’re all crushing episodic season!
Currently looking for an agent, have my package set up and everything is ready to go. Going to try and submit for a few dozen agencies, hopefully a few will call me back, but in the event that they do, thoughts on Small vs Large agencies? Ive heard that smaller agencies may have better relationships, as they are relying on the actor to help them, as much as actor wants the agency to help them, while bigger agencies are a lot more hands off. Do bigger agencies actually have more pull? Or is it worth it to grow with a smaller, more personal agency? Based in BC ​
Tom Kenny: Spongebob Tara Strong: Cindy (The Boondocks) Grey Griffin: Mandy John DiMaggio: Scotsman Frank Welker: Scooby Doo Phil LaMarr: Samurai Jack Jeff Bennett: Kowalski Rob Paulsen: Yakko Warner Jess Harnell: Wakko Warner Richard Steven Horvitz: Zim Cree Summer: Numbuh 5 Keith David: Spawn Bill Farmer: Goofy Jim Cummings: Winnie the Pooh Eric Bauza: Daffy Duck Khary Payton: Cyborg (Original TT) Clancy Brown: Red Death (Venture Bros.) Kevin Michael Richardson: Principal Lewis Billy West: Ren Dana Snyder: Master Shake James Arnold Taylor: Obi-Wan Kenobi Steve Blum: Spike Spiegel Troy Baker: Joel Miller Josh Keaton: Spider-Man H. Jon Benjamin: Bob Belcher Tom Kane: Him (PPG) Doug Lawrence: Plankton Jack McBrayer: Wander Christine Cavanaugh: Dexter Alex Hirsch: Grunkle Stan Ben Schwartz: Leonardo Kate Micucci: Webby Josh Brener: Donatello Dante Basco: Zuko Dave Willis: Carl (ATHF) Bob Bergen: Porky Pig Jason Mantzoukas: Jay (Big Mouth) Liliana Mumy: Panini Seth MacFarlane: Palpatine (Robot Chicken) Thoughts?
While I’m in college I’m going to take some classes because my main path becoming a director, so knowing how to act or understanding the art can help translate some parts to the actors. Let’s say I really like acting, what’s the next step? I’m unsure where to take that art after college. I’m not interested in being in any plays or anything that’s not within the film or video genre. Where should I go after college?
Hey guys, I was wondering if you had some tips for identifying scams in casting calls? I am an unrepresented actor trying to get some experience/footage on camera and therefore am not qualified for the big-budget/obviously legit breakdowns. When looking at a casting call on Backstage, for example, I try to google the director if listed, the production company if listed, ensure the language is coherent, the character descriptions are thorough, and try to see if they are only seeking young women (sometimes a red flag). It scares me just showing up to a location once you book without having any solid info on the filmmakers you're working for. Usually, when I google the director or filmmaker, they are just starting out and there's very little online presence if any. I would really appreciate any tips or insights so I don't get kidnapped! Thanks!
Hi all, so recently I had someone (who is not a VA, she’s a therapist) tell me I need an LLC and business license to freelance (for tax purposes or something) and I was like what? Why? I’ve never heard of an actor needing these things to get work, and I don’t exactly have a ton of extra money to pay the fees at the moment. What do you think? For those of you who might have this, is it worth it? Thanks!
What are the differences between theatre and film prep prior to the show / shooting the film? I'm from the UK and have most experience from theatre. I'm interested to understand the process prior to shooting a film? My experience of theatre: Audition ---> get the part ---> script read ----> maybe sometime for exploring the text / characters together ---> pre-planned rehearsal period of a few months; during this time everyone does solo work outside of rehearsals on character development etc, but also that is done inside the rehearsal space. Eventually ends up approaching end of rehearsals and into tech run, dress run etc. and then boom show starts. As an actor in theatre I found it to be a real interesting process where people are learning and developing as we go together throughout the weeks. What's the process for film?
Hello, I am an aspiring Actress and trying to find auditions in NY besides backstage and actors access. Please help to identify other sources of auditions in the area. Also, would you please give me a hint where to find good monologues for my self-tapes. Thank you
So I teach a course that focuses on directing actors for camera - hence most of my students are non actors. However I believe it’s important that the director experiences life in front of the lens. I’ve got a few scenes I like to give them to go work on in groups of three - one director and two actors, but I’m looking for some fresh material now. Anyone here have some favorite scenes that are two-handers that present a fairly simple acting challenge? Preferably from films? I’m on the lookout for scenes that aren’t huge emotional moments but that do have some dramatic life to them.
We're looking for a somewhat dark reading of the text below. However, we're open to different interpretations of it as well, maybe even a slightly brighter reading would contrast nicely with our music. Male and female voices are both fine. This will be for an American audience, so that accent is preferred but not required. The four lines below would be played throughout our performance to help the audience understand the theme of each song and the overall concept of the production. Our season has already started and we're hoping to get these recordings into the show by the weekend, so the turn around time is going to be pretty quick and I'll need to make a decision by tomorrow night (Sept. 14, 2021). However, if someone has the right voice and needs a bit more time I can wait until Wednesday or Thursday at the latest (Sept. 16). I'm offering $50 for the four lines below and if needed perhaps a re-read after we try them out with the band. Please feel free to post your material here or in a PM to me here on reddit. Once someone is chosen I'll send money via Paypal if that works. Looking forward to hearing the voices of whoever is interested. Thanks everyone for your awesome subreddit! ---Begin script--- **In Greek mythology, Pandora’s Box contained all the evils of the world. Upon opening the box, Pandora released those evils into the world leaving only “Hope” inside.** **Impelled by her curiosity Pandora opened the box, and all evil contained therein escaped and spread over the earth.** **She tried to close the container, but the whole contents had escaped, except for one thing that lay at the bottom - the Spirit of Hope.** **And as all the undesirable contents left the box, Pandora catches hope before it can escape.** ---End Script--- I'll update this post when it is finally closed.
I've done enough background acting in LA to be pretty familiar with the pay bumps. Do regular, non-background actors get the same bumps? It seems like the same things would apply, but I can't find rates for non-background pay bumps. When I google actor bumps all of the results are for background. I've tried looking through the SAG-AFTRA website but I don't think I'm looking in the right place. I'm assuming the same bumps would apply (wardrobe, late meals, etc) but I don't know if the rates are the same or higher. Do any of you know where I can find info on pay bumps for non-background?
Hi all I had an audition on Friday for an advert. I’m pretty sure I didn’t get it, as they need someone for costume fitting next Friday. One of the other actors waiting in the audition asked the receptionist who he should invoice for his recall fee. Mr Google has informed me this is around £50 and seems quite unique to commercials. I’m UK-based and unrepresented. Is it rude to ask the casting assistant for the £50? Is it something only agents can claim? Thanks
With Behind The Voice Actor's casting call sectional going down, I'd like to know some more sites that are similar to ccc. I've already seen Voice Acting Club and am part of their discord already.
Hi, Long story short - self funding a book to be published and im basically looking for some voice actors who'd be interested in helping me with a story. I can only charge £20 for the role and have the following characters; a friendly tiger, a manatee, general narrator, a whale, a shark and an otter. thanks
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