Hi, I started acting and I heard plays are good, for learning. What plays should I read? How should I read it? And how does it make me a better actor?
Hi, I’m a new actor and was wondering what the best strategy to get more roles might be. I have gotten maybe 3-4 extra roles since starting a couple months ago, but I want to move up. I recently got callbacks for my first 2 leads and was wondering what I can do actually get those. I have auditioned maybe 3-4 times ever but didn’t get any of those roles so far. What could it be that’s causing me to not get cast?
This is my first play after lockdown and I've been assigned a role which requires high emotion scenes, my co actors say that I'm doing well but I want to get better. For reference, it's a street play and we're going to be surrounded by a lot of people.
I'm a perfectionist. And as a perfectionist, you can imagine how frustrating it is to be an actor with so many factors left to chance. But I love it so I do it anyway lol. Since the pandemic, I've noticed, as I'm sure all of you have too, a huge spike in self-tape auditions. I love in-person auditions since I can get in, do my thing, and bathe in the comfort that every actor only got one chance and what's done is done. With almost three self-tape auditions a week, I'm kind of drowning. I do way too many takes. Then have to suffer deciding which one/s to send. I was wondering if you all have any tips on how to select a take and any psychological support you tell yourself when struggling to select one.
I don't have a naturally 'distinctive' voice, a la James Earl Jones, Richard Kind, Will Arnett, or even the VOs from the Headspace app. Now, I know the former are celebrities so that's a different ball game, but what I mean is mine isn't (naturally) particularly deep, goofy, flinty, or soothing to have ever warranted "you'd be a good voice over actor" remarks from anyone. What has warranted those remarks, though, is my natural ability to DO voices that sound like the above, accents, and the like. I've enjoyed this since a kid and it's one or those things i feel I need to explore or I'll be upset at myself - so VO is just a hobby I want to pursue, but generally speaking, if I ever wanted to "make it" is that a hindrance? I've read the stickies and googled this but haven't seen much so thanks for any advice you can offer!
Hello everyone! I've been a voice actor for over a year now, and my resume has just 2 original animations and 3 indie games. The rest is video game mods and fan projects. I've only just dipped my toes into the professional side of the voice-over business, but today I somehow got a callback from one of the biggest production studios in the world to dub an anime movie! I have very little experience with dubbing, and I have NO experience with auditioning for a studio of this caliber, so what should I look out for this time around? What should I change about my audition and the way my email is structured? I usually don't slate, so do I slate this time around? I would really appreciate your advice, because this is a HUGE opportunity for me, and I'd like to nail it!
(UK, South England) I'm turning 26 soon and realising that I've pushed aside my "true passion" for too long (sorry if I sound like such a cliche
So im visiting Atlanta in a little bit. Im planning on maybe moving soon. I wanted to know where in Atlanta are most of the auditions held. I would want to get an apartment near by. Where would you recommend?
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anything i should know before doing it? are some agencies better for newer actors? im really looking into getting into movies/ tv also wtf is the difference between an agency and an agent
You know, there is a "working" actor and a "non-working" actor. What about the actor who is in the in-between. I feel like we should normalize the consistent SAG-AFTRA full budget production auditioning actor as "auditioning actor". That way people outside the acting world don't have to feel so awkward when they ask, "So what are you working on, right now?" "I am an auditioning actor." :-)
Rate is $20 to record a few phrases for an upcoming short film. Timeline is within the next month or so. Send your voice examples over or feel free to do an example recording (something like "God Dammit!!") Thanks!
Idk how to explain properly but In theatre class, theatre and whenever I act people will give critiques (obviously) but it’s never about me sounding monotone. I’ve even asked about it and they say no but I sound monotoned to myself. In recordings and just listening to myself, I sound monotoned but no one agrees. Idk what to do cause I find it hard to focus on other aspects when this is plaguing my mind. Maybe anxiety but again, what am I meant to do about that as an actor?
I have quite a few friends in theatre, but after a change in course and focusing on a film career, I've created new actor friends (film) who are just beyond sociable. I'm talking about going out constantly, sharing drinks, partying, and who appear "aesthetically pleasing" (I don't mean this insultingly, I just don't *fit* into the crowd). I thought I was sociable and fun to be around but recently found no desire to do any of these things with people I work with, even if I've been invited multiple times. Will this hinder me as an actor? I'm not even very introverted, but I just don't care to spend excess time with people I don't mesh with. Should I just push through and force myself to socialize for the benefit of my career? Reminder, I get along well with most people, just don't feel close to those in the film community and am worried about making connections. Also, I'm 22 for reference and on the edge of graduating college!
I'm looking for actors who have been in rehearsal with playwrights to guest on the playwriting podcast Theatrically Speaking. The more experience with living playwrights, the better. Rewrites, changes during production, how to use them during rehearsal, etc. Bring your experiences. Recording schedule can be flexible, around 25 minutes. Guests are paired. You would need a microphone and a quiet room.
I just got my first LA agent a few months back. I don't get sent out by them very often, and all the things I've booked, I booked on my own and give them a cut of the money. For the last three years, I've done Universal Studios Horror Nights as a scare actor. Its more of a "day job" for me, then a legit acting gig, since I focus more on theatrical and commercial. It pays my bills during the fall, and I've done it for years. It doesn't interfere with other acting gigs/auditions, and I can take a few nights off if needed (if I book something else). Am I going to have to give my agent a cut of this? I was thinking of just not even telling them. If I give them a cut, I'll have to go out and find another day job during this, since my bills won't be covered by the paycheck after I pay them, since its basically minimum wage. My contract states that they take a cut of Film, TV, commercial, print, and legitimate theater. But then says "and other acting jobs". So that could mean anything. Thoughts? Of course, if I tell them, they'll say I have to give them a cut, since they're never gonna turn down money. But I talked to other scare actors last year and they told me they absolutely do not give agents a cut of their weekly check from scare acting.
Hey guys, I'm a male actor, 18-24 range , and I have longer hair (medium-ish length, up to my upper lip) in my current headshots and demo clips. Anyways, I'm planning on getting new headshots soon and to also start sporting a shorter cut, think crew cut/buzz cut territory. So in your own opinion, do you think it would still be a good idea to submit with my current demo clips until I'm able to update it with the shorter haircut or do I have basically start over again collecting clips? (Ah, the good ol' need clips to get cast, but need to get cast to get clips conundrum.) One other option is to self tape a few scenes for the meantime. P.S. I currently don't have an agent to consult, but I'm thinking getting one in the next 6 months or so. Thanks in advance!
This is a long post but hopefully it will help other actors here. My agent (One of the bigger commercial agents in LA) hit me up about doing a non-union (I'm SAG-E) digital spot for a toy company. The agreed upon terms was that it would be for digital broadcast only with two years usage for a $500 flat rate. I show up on set and it turns out it is a huge production for one of the biggest toy companies in the world promoting arguably the biggest film franchise in the world. I get covid tested, drop off my wardrobe, eat breakfast, and go through hair and makeup. While in the makeup trailer I hear a producer say that this will be on TV. It turns out that this is a National TV Spot. So I ask one of the producers if this is digital only spot. She acts all coy but immediately grabs a talent release and asks me to sign it. The talent release says they can use my image however they like in perpetuity. So I call my agent and he tells me not to sign it because the agreement was for it to be just a digital spot for that rate and he tells me that he will call them. So I return the talent release to the producer and I inform her that there must be some confusion because the agreement we made was for a digital spot. She tells me that she will talk to the higher ups about it. So I'm sitting in an RV for awhile when this producer comes storming in and tells the other producer to pull up the casting sheets because, "it is for TV and we aren't paying anymore." He then walks right out without acknowledging me. I call my agent back and he tells me to stand by because they are trying to work it out. He then asks me what I think is fair in terms of payment. Since it is a national TV spot I say that there should be a buyout of some sort. I ask for $2000 on top of the session fee but let him know I would settle for $1000 since I'm already there. So I'm just sitting there twiddling my thumbs when the big boss comes over and says,"Hey, man. I'm sorry but this client sucks and they refuse to pay anymore money." He goes on to say that the original agreement was a miscommunication on their end and that it's only a couple shots that they need me for. I tell him that I can't agree to be featured heavily in a National TV Commercial for just $500 and he releases me from the commercial and then informs me that they won't be paying me for my time. I contest this since I have already been there for three hours and have brought wardrobe, been tested, and had makeup applied to my face. He says that is too bad and that my agent will just have to fight it out with the toy company. This is not the first time a large corporation has pulled a bait and switch on me. Earlier this month, I negotiated a higher fee for the whole cast when I read a contract and realized they were using a spot for TV when they said it was only for digital use. So the big lesson to take away here is that you should always read your contracts and make sure your agent gets the contract beforehand. I am also seriously considering biting the bullet and joining SAG now even though I work a lot of non-union commercials. So would you stick to your guns and walk away from a job or would you keep your mouth shut and just do the commercial???
I think this story is a really telling one about how competitive the acting industry is in Hollywood. This guy has been acting for years and it seems like the industry is uber-competitive and there are no hopes of it getting any easier. Even as we see a proliferation of new content platforms and studios, the trade just isn't providing a stable enough income for so many of those pursuing it. What does everyone think about this? Original Post [Here](https://uncomfortablybrown.com/my-parents-were-right-i-should-have-chosen-engineering-as-a-career-choice-not-acting/)
I'm nearing the end of animating a film and need voice actors for multiple roles. This is my first ever full length film I've animated and gotten voice work done professionally so I don't know how much it will cost. For some more info I have roles with just a few lines, but I also have the main characters with a significant amount of lines. Is there a way to know about how much it will cost based on the amount of lines? I'm new to this sub, so sorry if my format isn't quite right.
How do I know what to pay for voice actors? I'm about to start looking for voice actors for an animated film I just finished. I have about 15-20 characters that I need voiced and I want to know how much it will cost to have them all done.
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.
hi everyone, i have a few self-tapes to do that involve another person in the scene and was wondering if there was someone who could help me out with this. my friends/family all have insane schedules and i would more than likely like to do this with other actors. Bonus if you're from toronto as i'd love to meet new people from toronto so we could chat about the industry/our experiences. TIA!
Hey! We are checking if different ways to record company by different ethnicities effect prospects differently. The actors are welcome from all genders and ethnical backgrounds. The pay is $35 per video of a testimonial for different services background outside and next to a house OR inside next to dinner table. Limited spots : 25. Please DM if interested.
I've written a script for a prologue that's part of a bigger animated project. This prologue will be used as a basis for a trailer for a Kickstarter campaign to fund the rest of the project. The project falls under the fantasy-adventure genre, taking place in a world you'd commonly associate with fantasy, with creatures such as fairies, giants, goblins, etc. We have room for **3 more voice actors** to play three more characters, and the kinds of voices we need are as follows... * A **male voice** for an elderly character, should sound like he's in his late 70s, very forgetful and stubborn * A **female voice** for a cynical kind of character, showing a disinterested demeanor with a bit of an edge to her. * A **female voice** for an egotistical kind of character, thinks very highly of herself, is very greedy, and gives off that "if I want something I take it" kind of a vibe. But she shows signs of vulnerability. In regards to pay, it'd be at a rate based on finished minutes of voice acting work, for example... * 0-2 minutes/300 words or less would equal out to around $100 to $250 * 2-5 minutes/300 to 750 words would range out to $250 to $500 * 5-15 minutes/750 to 2250 words range out to $500 to $750 * 15-30 minutes/2250 to 4500 words range out to $750 to $1000 * 30-45 minutes/ 4500 to 6000 words range out to $1000 to $1250 * $45+ minutes/6000+ words range out to a custom quote agreed by the voice actor and director Payment can either be through PayPal or Venmo. If there are any questions please let me know and if you want to know a little bit more about the project I'd be happy to share more info with all potential voice actors. DM me if you are interested and link me to your *Discord* as that'd be the best place to contact me. Hope to hear from many who are interested and thanks for taking the time to read.
Hey so I'm going to an interview/audition at 5PM PST today, 3 hours and 15 minutes after I make this post, and it's to be an actor at a haunted corn maze in my city for a bit of extra money for a month or two. The problem is that the part I'm trying out for is supposed to be a scary clown who still has the mentality of a five year old, and I'm not sure how to do a voice for it. I've tried looking on youtube for help but it's all tips on how to sound like Jigsaw who basically just has a normal ass voice, or how to modulate your voice using programs like audacity. I don't know if a post like this is allowed, but I would really appreciate some help. Thanks :)
Hey all, I'm currently on the agency hunt, and I'm specifically looking for an agency that has the weight to get co-star and guest star auditions and are willing to take on developing (but highly experienced) actors. I have casting director connections, a good resume, my own body of high-quality projects, great classes under my belt, a large social media following, and a manager, but I'm at the point where I need someone on my team who can get auditions for larger projects. I have seen other threads talking about scouring IMDb, but I'm hoping someone can personally recommend an agency they know that gets them or their friends co-star and guest-star auditions frequently. I'm not looking for a starter's agency that doesn't have the pull to get auditions for big projects, but a solid agency that's willing to take on the right developing actor. I really appreciate any leads! Thanks so much!
My partner played mind games with me by changing the tone of the lines, made the meaning something completely different, made multiple gaslighting attempts, on the day of the performance and did nothing according to the rehearsals. Is this a common practice in the world of acting? do actors fuck with co actors like this?
Hi everyone, how’s it going? I’m an actor who is trying to shift from theater acting to acting on camera, and I have been successfully cast on non-Union projects like featured films and shorts, and they say they loved my self-tape auditions. However then, when filming starts, I suck. I suck like the worst. I get nervous, I get shy and insecure, and I mispronounce words, etc.. I work with my acting coach and we rehearse a lot together, and I feel well prepared until I get to the set. I get so insecure that I cannot express on set what I rehearsed with my coach, and it feels sucks. I don’t want to disappoint anyone on set or from the production, but I can feel my energy get sucked up, and I feel like I’m a kindergarten kid on the first day. Does anyone have the same experience as me? Should I keep applying on projects, so should I take some classes now? I appreciate any advice. Thanks!
I know that Backstage is legit in the sense that there is definitely some good, real things on there. However, I know it’s pretty easy for people to post on there (vs actors access where you have to be a CD). I have OCD and I get very nervous on backstage because I’m always scared of ending up in a dangerous situation (I should definitely add I’m Non Union) and irrationally I sometimes convince myself someone is making a fake production to kidnap girls. What are some ways to make sure the production is dealing with are legit? Are there things to ask the person you’re messaging with, such as for the filmmakers previous work or resume? I hope this makes sense I’m not sure exactly how to word this lol! Also, please don’t try to give me advice as an actor and OCD. This is truly the only aspect of the career that my ocd affects lol so I’m actively working on changing that:) Further question: what are some basics that most film makers should be able to provide before filming to prove they are serious filmmakers (is it common for filmmakers to have a website, social media, resume, etc)
For example, say an actor was hired to play a cynical loquacious Australian with bipolar who travels across America with his brother. But once on set the director decides the character is now a shy American who says very little and is travelling with his mother. Is there anything in the contract to let you walk away or stop them completely changing the role?
Just curious (especially from those in the acting community) which accent you feel is harder to do- American or English? I'm always amazed when you can have a Renee Zellweger doing a dead-on British accent or so many Brit actors who you'd never know were English. Feel free to comment beyond the poll. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/pbbugl)
So 7 years ago a director wanted to cast me as a featured extra, and I was a no-show. Probably my biggest regret. Anyways, is this opinion piece accurate? https://www.cracked.com/blog/5-awful-things-nobody-tells-you-about-being-actor
Am I stupid lmao because for some reason I’m unable to differentiate good acting from bad acting. I’ve watched so many movies (those with “good” and “bad” acting alike) and still have trouble. I’m sure you guys don’t have to try very hard to distinguish the two, and I realize this is a strange question lol, but could you give me some pointers to how you distinguish good or bad acting? A lot of people say good acting makes them believe that person is the character but I always just see the actor (even when the acting is said to be really good)
I know early on you need another source of income but I was wondering how you navigate (or used to if you’re a working actor) having a job and acting. I only have a certain number of days off. I also don’t work in NYC anymore because I lost my job during the pandemic and had to settle for something in the suburbs so it’s not like I can slip out and go on an audition during my lunch hour. I’ve taken some stuff online (commercial classes/improv) but that’s mostly it right now.
This is a thought I’ve had for a while but Ive been thinking about it more and more as I watch Marvel’s “What If..?” In “What If..?” almost all of the actors from the Marvel movies come back to reprise their roles and the performances most of them turn in is…underwhelming. Obviously theres a big difference between screen acting and voice acting; even if they gave a good performance on screen their voice performance can end up being unconvincing (especially Sebastian Stan as Bucky I swear all of his lines sounded like he didn't realize they'd already started rolling.) On the other hand I also listen to a lot of theater soundtracks. What I find interesting about the performances on these soundtracks is how genuine they are. They’re true to both the characters and their on stage performance. Two actors specifically that come to mind are Alex Brightman and Barrett Wilbert Weed, two actors who started in live theater and have transitioned seamlessly to voice acting (the former having voiced Beetlejuice in Teen Titans Go and RoboFizz in Helluva Boss and the latter voicing Octavia also in Helluva Boss). Obviously this isn’t a universal rule or anything, its just a trend I’ve noticed. The only thing I can imagine for an explanation is that theater actors are used to playing to an audience that might not be able to see them while screen actors are not. But I’m not a voice actor so the things I’m saying might sound insane. Please let me know what you think I’d like to hear feedback from actual voice actors on their opinions on this.
I search podcasts, documentaries, books, websites, forums, youtubers… who talk about Acting and Actors in really technical level. I also search ones who talk about the culture, the psychologie, the industry and the history. Ones who are really loaded with information. ( Sorry for my bad English) Do you have any recommendation ?
Hello everyone. I am looking for a bit of advice and support. I’ve always wanted to be an actress, took some classes in the past but ended up focusing on a different career. Now I’ve decided to try again and I’ve been at this since the beginning of this year. A few months ago, I sent my material to a casting call and got a reply from the talent agent offering me to join the agency. Apart from being new to the industry, I’m also an expat. I don’t really have anyone to talk about these things. I got excited and signed, without giving it much thought. They promised a lot of things to get me to sign and aren’t following through with any of them. Also, it’s all commercial acting, which I realize I hate and don’t want to do. Apart from this, it’s a huge agency, so it’s all very impersonal and communication is awful. I know i’ve only just started and should be grateful for this opportunity and not have so many pretensions at this point. I wanted to give it a try, but I feel awful and I hate this. Now I *really* regret my decision and I feel so stupid for having signed. I’m contractually bound until May and I want to get out and can’t :( I plan on focusing on my studies and building a strong showreel to get a theatrical agent next year, but this is making me anxious. And since communication in the agency is so awful, i don’t know who to talk to about this. Any advice or support to get through these next months would be appreciated ❤️
I’m holding auditions for a short film I’ve written in (hopefully) a month or so.This is my first film so every step of pre production is new to me. I was just hoping to get an actors perspective on what makes you feel comfortable at an audition? My main concerns are that the auditions will be held in my house (which may seem creepy), and that we are planning on having myself and 3 crew members watching the auditions (which may be intimidating). I’m planning on offering water/snacks to every actor but other than that I’m not sure what other sorts of creature comforts are expected at an audition. Any advice is appreciated and thanks for taking the time to read :)
I am an actor. Currently I mostly perform monologues online and was wondering if this was appropriate place to post them?
I'd love to upload a bunch of different voices I can do and send them off to different clients as if I'm send my resume off to jobs like one can on Indeed.com or careerbuilder.
Our team is working on the pilot episode for an animated series and are seeking a voice actress of Armenian ethnicity to play the character. She is an Armenian student in an American high school. Speaking Armenian is NOT necessary for the role, though fluency in English is. There are a total of 16 lines in the script, so we are offering a rate of $5 per line for $80 total, paid through PayPal. To emphasize: Please do not respond unless you are of Armenian background. Thank you!
Hi all, I'm developing a 40 second Star Wars animated parody. There are 8 total characters, each with a single line: \-- Darth Vader \-- Luke Skywalker \-- Obi Wan Kenobi (old) \-- Emperor Palpatine \-- Chewbacca \-- Padme \-- Rey \-- Empress Palpatine (female) I can't offer much, but I can pay $15 USD per character if chosen. This would be paid via Paypal once the voice recording is finalized and sent over. You will also receive credit in the post and/or at the end of the video. If you are interested, please send me a DM and let me know which character(s) you are interested in trying out for. I will then send you the specific lines for audition. I'm hoping to make a decision by the end of this week, Sunday 8/29. I'll then contact everyone regarding their status. Those who are chosen will be contacted in regards to payment and next steps to finalizing the voice recording. Thanks, \-- Don
Like the title says, but furthermore… What do you expect an average agent to do? And if someone were to present themselves as a “managing agent”, what would you expect them to provide you as a theatrical and commercial actor?
Hi guys, I'm getting ready to buy my first microphone and interface after lurking here for a while. I'm an actor without too much experience in the V.O world. Lately I've been doing a handful of V.O. auditions/jobs for serial podcasts and Netflix dubbing that I get off of Actors Access or LA Casting. I've been recording on my phone so far and I'm looking mainly to get my audition sound quality better and potentially maybe getting to the point where I could record a job from home...but I'm mostly focused on auditions for now. Interface-wise I'm mainly looking at the Focusrite Scarlett Solo as it seems fairly user friendly and well regarded and it seems to be what most folks recommend for newbies. Since I'm a novice with this equipment my preference is for the simplest , easiest option. If anyone has recs for more user friendly interfaces please let me know. ​ Mic- What I've gathered from reading here is that most folks recommend starting with the AT2020 or Rode NT! with the AT2020 being cheaper, and the Rode being pricer, but potentially being something you might keep longer if it is a good fit for your voice. Since I'm mostly just doing auditions right now and don't have a treated room yet, I'm also looking at dynamic options that my be more forgiving like Shure SM57/58. or Samson q2u(xlr &usb). My plan is to continuing audition for stuff on Actors Access and LA Casting and working towards making a demo. My experience with V.O. so far is- A couple of non-union tV commercial voice overs 20 years ago that I randomly got. More recently some Netflix dubbing and last week I did my first serial drama podcast. I'm in LA so if anyone has coaching recs I'd love to hear those too. ​ Thanks in advance.
I’ve been doing about a weeks worth of research for a monologue, however, I’m not finding any that speak to me. I’ve read the side bar many times and I know it’s frowned upon but I feel I could really use this subs help here. I’ll provide as much information as needed to make it easier. First off I’m male and 19 years old. I’m Caucasian. The age range I could play is 16-24 give or take. The subject really doesn’t matter to me all that much. I just need a comedic monologue and a dramatic monologue. I just want one of each that can show my range as an actor. Nothing too hard but enough to challenge me and give the playwrights some remembrance. Any advice is appreciated! Feel free to ask me to provide more information and I’ll gladly do so!
And for that to happen.. I need to be famous and rich.. like them. I am thinking of becoming an actress mostly because of my dream. I do like acting. I find it very refreshing to my soul. I love to work with people on a project. Creating something together. Seeing how well they act in front of me during an act. Unfortunately, my mother language isn't English, it's Hungarian, and I live in Hungary, while my favourite actors live in America and their mother language is English. Acting is a very good opportunity to help me lose my anxiety and non-empathic self. Connecting with people and myself. I also love to be busy (I want my work to be my life) and love the challenges and the fact that I can always learn new things. I noticed that actors are very open when it comes to expressing anything on their face. I realized it's because they have probably done sooo many embarrassing/silly/ridiculous/weird things, that they don't feel "any" self doubt now. It's replaced by confidence. I've got "lucky" to experience it too.. that no self doubt after doing something ridiculous.. it's really liberating, being JUST YOURSELF. It feels so easy instead of feeling that anxiety all over you before, after and while you are doing it. One of those feelings I want to keep from now on. My motto is that --If you do silly things in front of people and fail a lot, you become much wiser and maybe also, a lot happier.-- (just what I discovered a few days ago in my 19s) Being silly, being rejected and failing, means a lot to me. Fortunately, I am not really affected by rejection and failure anymore. It's just what it is. I will keep going. In just 5 days, I changed. What helped me to change, is finally talking to strangers with a smile, loud voice and open body language. I could even handle unexpected situations, though I noticed my trembling hand, but the feeling of confidence still held tight of me. But I'm still not where I want to be.. communication wise. So If people asked me If I want to meet my favourite actors right now, I would say no, not like this. I want to be on the same level of communication skills with them first. I want to be like them, communication wise.. and I think, I'm on the right track.. thanks to a silly idea I had, while on a vacation. Never thought it would be possible.. especially like this, almost overnight. Wanting to act and these actors were the only real motivation for me to start breaking through my shell and talk to strangers/new people..And I'm beyond happy where it got me, I've got to meet my authentic self. But still, being young, I am here to ask it anyway, Am I being unrealistic when I say my dream is to meet my favourite actors?
So I have regular friends and all but I’ve always been wanting actor friends because everyone wants to have friends that share the same dream of them and I don’t know where to go and it just clicked in my head that there’s a whole acting Reddit where I can talk to people about acting so whoever is free who wants to be friends
Hello! My mom has finally decided to support and allow me to pursue film and acting. One thing that ive been struggling with is the money aspect. Headshots are so expensive and its like my biggest wish at the moment. Im a college student (the office has decided to set back my financial aid back 10 weeks) im looking for a job but its getting hard and my mom is struggling herself. Im not trying to have a sob story but that's my current situation. Im waiting on some of my clothes to sell since I sent them to a third party thrift store to sell ( I get a cut of the money) and im saving coins and bottles lol. The actual reason im saying all of this is how did you guys make money as an actor starting out? I know a lot of people struggle since expenses can hit you in the face. The cost from backstage to headshots etc. Im trying to get extra gigs because they pay but still you need a headshot. If anyone knows anything I could do please let me know!
So I'm not sure if this is the place to post this or not but the pinned mode post does say no stupid questions. I also read the FAQ and couldn't find anything about this topic. TL:DR Large acting cohousing, eco village, intentional community, where people pay to do cool things they've seen in movies. (and yes I am proffesional roleplayer but not in a sexual way haha.) I am a professional roleplayer. I work with law enforcement and other agencies that help train people in a controlled "real world" environment. So far it seems like this is a very niche career and not alot of people know about it. This gave me an idea for a business. I envision a main building that serves as a communal space for actors that would include: showers, large kitchen, storage, library etc... Around the common building would be different simulated towns/cities. These towns would have houses, buildings and other dwellings or obstacles. Amongst those structures would be cabins or cottages that have basic amenities for actors to use while their town is not being used or while the facility is closed. How would this facility be supported? Well, heres the fun part, the whole premise would be people, businesses, gov agencies, etc... would pay to run scenarios in the different towns. For example, the local PD could run a crisis negotiation scenario using the actors that live at the facility. Another example would be a scheduled event where the public would be invited to attend a SHTF boogaloo type of scenario. On the more mundane side the facility could also host renfestesque scenarios where groups of people would have to "exterminate the rats in the basement" or what have you. Along with all the scenarios that run I imagine the whole facility would have a cohousing or intentional community kinda thing going for it. I know steady work and just being able to live in this crazy world is a struggle for alot of actors. I'm not sure how it would all work out but with all the actors living at the facility it would help the business and help the people who work there. In no way would I encourage actors to stay there forever especially since roleplaying and acting or two different beasts, but I'd hope having a safe and affordable place to work and live would help them in their careers. I'm not sure where would be the best city or state for something like this but I do know itll attract people from every walk of life. All the "tacticool" guys that think they'd be able to take down the Taliban single handley could come down and see what actual gun fighting is like. The nerdy, geeky people could live out their princess saving fantasies. Most importantly to me the parents that want to protect their families could practice all those YouTube self defense videos and actually get hands on with learning and teaching. I'd love to hear thoughts, comments, questions, concerns, interests, or really whatever you have to say! This was a random road hypnosis thought as I was driving to a scenario that is 3 hours from where I live. I usually camp out in my car and it's starting to get old haha! This concludes my TED talk.
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