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Thoughts on method acting and have you ever met a method actor?

Thoughts on method acting and have you ever met a method actor?

Posted on Nov 16th

never met a method actor but they definitely get a bad rep.

Is shawnny Kiddie?

Is shawnny Kiddie?

Posted on Nov 16th

Would a name such as shawnny be looked at as too childish for a actor who’s 20 ? The Nick name Johnny isn’t made fun of I don’t know how shawnny would be perceived

What’s a good budgeted set up?

What’s a good budgeted set up?

Posted on Nov 16th

Hey guys Dalton Johnson here now I’m a fairly new voice actor, just wanted to know what’s a decent mic and if I need sound pads. I have Mac air book and any audio software that would work on that would be pretty good. I’ve voiced in a couple fan and indie projects like Webtoon fan dubs. Any advice goes a long way and the thought of potentially being able to work with some of you is great! Thank you

BG Acting with No Experience?

BG Acting with No Experience?

Posted on Nov 16th

What are the chances of getting casted as a BG actor without any prior experience? I applied for BG role in my city (which doesn’t have many film productions) the day the casting went up but haven’t heard back. Auditions are in 3 days, so at this point I’m assuming they casted many experienced BG actors. Another missed chance :D

Looking for Voice Actors for album skit!!

Looking for Voice Actors for album skit!!

Posted on Nov 16th

Hello! My name is Rex Winnfield and I am working on a skit for my upcoming album and I am looking for some ADULT voice actors! The whole meaning behind the album is growing up and not knowing what you want to do as an adult after high school. The skit is a dinner party where a few adults ask a bunch of questions to a teenager about college, and how these adults judge this boy for not wanting to go to college and not knowing what they wanna do. If this interests you, please comment and/or DM me on here for more info!! I also unfortunately do not have any form of pay so this would be a free gig to help a small artist out. I can assure you, I make NO money off of my albums haha. Thank you! -Rex

When did you know you wanted to be an actor?

When did you know you wanted to be an actor?

Posted on Nov 16th

I’m 19 in college working on a hard engineering major. I’ve been searching for a true passion that I can do next to my job as an engineer. Something that I enjoy and can fulfill my creative outlet. I realized that all my life the #1 thing I really enjoy doing is watching television and film. When I was a kid my mom got me to go to sleep at night by putting me in front of the tv. To me nothing sounds more fun than being an actor and acting but I’m afraid that it won’t be for me or I won’t end up going anywhere with it. I’m curious to hear when you guys knew acting was for you.

should I just quit before I'm dissapointed?

should I just quit before I'm dissapointed?

Posted on Nov 16th

I'm a 21 year old girl about to graduate with a BFA from a pretty reputable program in the states. Throughout my 4 years of college it's just been nothing but frustration. I feel liek none of my pofessors have cared about me or ever tried to understand what I was saying, I haven't been in a play or student film in 3 years I feel completely hopeless. College was a complete waste of time and money even though I went for something I supposedly love, there hasn't been a single aspect of the training I connected to. Every single time I rehearse or perform in class I feel awful and cry for hours afterwards. I just feel so horrible and untalented, I think about quitting every day but I still haven't. Despite all this being an actor is still my dream but I think it may be better to just not even pursue it and figure out something else. Should I just quit before I ruin my entire life trying to do something I'm horrible at? I put in all this time but I don't think I'll ever be succesful I feel so pathetic. What's the best move, should I still pursue acting or just quit before I fail?

How can I objectively judge whether I’m a good actress or not? (When you have no one to ask)

How can I objectively judge whether I’m a good actress or not? (When you have no one to ask)

Posted on Nov 16th

Hi Redditors! I know this has been asked way too many times but most threads I saw were years old. Here’s the thing, I know people can improve and take acting classes but I’d still like to know where I stand now. For some reason a lot of people seem to overestimate their acting abilities (absolutely no offense here, I’m probably very mediocre too!) and I don’t want to fall down that hole. Should I just film myself and then watch it? What kind of things should I pay attention to? And is there a specific monologue that could be challenging? I’d appreciate any type of advice, thank you :)

Looking for voice actors for an interesting non profit project on YouTube

Looking for voice actors for an interesting non profit project on YouTube

Posted on Nov 15th

We won't be able to pay as we won't be earning either, can be a fun project to do and would add to your credentials.

I feel like I'm losing my chance to become an actress

I feel like I'm losing my chance to become an actress

Posted on Nov 15th

Hello people of reddit! This is my first time posting on reddit (as you may guessed from the opening line), also english is not my first language so excuse my grammar. + this is long, sorry :/ So I'm 19 years old, currently a student in a health profession program. I love acting, I've been acting since elementary school, although I haven't been in any play for 2 years now I think (one year was basically just covid and studying to getting into university) I've been mostly in school plays. I'm lived in a small city, so I basically didn't have a lot of options. I don't even know why I'm studying a major which I can't even imagine myself becoming one day. Maybe I'm scared and it'll go away later who knows. I've thought about applying to acting schools, and last minute I changed my mind which my parents have no idea of. I feel like I've just fallen so far from acting and that feeling makes me more stressed and depressed. Because the uni is online, im at my parents house right now. I have never ever told them that I wanted to act. I don't think I can ever tell. My brother has always been seen as the talented acting kid in the family. I feel like if I tell them that I want to act, they would laugh at my face. My mom could be supportive maybe, but the possibility still exists. My dad wouldn't even allow it probably. And because of all of this I just want to go to auditions and be rejected, so I that can tell myself “Yes you don't have the talent, and you can't act” I know that getting rejected from something doesn't mean you can't to do job but I don't know maybe their words would change my opinions on acting. I don't live in us/canada/uk. I'm a noneu who just got into a eu uni. I have a little saving but can't really spend it as I don't have an income right now. So if I try to sign up for any acting classes I would have to go to my parents for that, which is the least thing I want. I don't know what to do. I know those people who say they love acting but never even done it, and maybe right now when you are reading this you are thinking I'm one of them too. But I'm not that. I love learning, watching, reading about acting, self-taping myself. I'm just feeling very unsupported right now. I'm confused and don't know what to do. I don't have the guts to drop out of uni, move to a big city and start something that I have no hope in. I don't want to make a decision then regret it later. Writing all of these down is actually so hard for me. I'm lost. I'm not asking you to tell me what to do, obviously you don't know me. I just want opinions, someone to tell me that I'm thinking wrong somewhere. You can be honest with me, it's probably what I need right now.

Deliberately reproducing racism in German Theatre?

Deliberately reproducing racism in German Theatre?

Posted on Nov 15th

Hello dear Redditors :) my acting class is currently working on a theatre production of Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream". Hermia and Lysander are in love but later on Lysander no longer loves Hermia - he hates her. To get rid of her Lysander says "Away, you Ethiope!" to Hermia. I'm taking over the role of Hermia. Now, in the process of working with my class we are thinking about replacing "Away, you Ethiope!" with something else. As I am an actress of Asian Descent we are thinking of something along the line of "Away, you Chink". We are aware that we are reproducing racism against Asians with this but at the same time we think that the reality out there needs to be displayed on stage too and mustn't be censored. However, I still feel that I find myself in an inner conflict with this and I can't fully support this text adaption. Before confronting my class with this though, I'd like to know what your take on this is. What do you think? What is the priority here? I appreciate every piece of advice.

Can this happen for me?

Can this happen for me?

Posted on Nov 15th

So I’m 19 years old and I’ve always dreamt of being an actress. It’s always been my ultimate goal. I always tell myself though that it will never work out because I’m not good and I would feel too silly. I also feel kinda uncomfortable whenever I bring it up to my family that I want to do it because I feel like they think I have my head in the clouds and that it’s too big of a goal. I’ve also never acted in anything before. Not even a play. I feel like I’m too late. I also want to go to college for it but I live in southern GA where there’s not really anything. I looked into New York Film Academy but obviously it’s in New York and I’m in Georgia so I would have to do it online. Would that even be worth it? Another thing is I don’t want to be in debt for the rest of my life. I went to college for a couple months for Graphic Design because I tried to tell myself I didn’t want acting because it was too much of a dream and it would never happen. I’m just so over making myself believe I’m not good enough and I want to continue trying to pursue acting but I just feel like I’m too late. Any advice?

Looking for representation in Los Angeles? I got you.

Looking for representation in Los Angeles? I got you.

Posted on Nov 14th

Hello actors of Reddit! I did a thing :) Mods, please let me know if this is not OK but I think a lot of your actors would get a lot of value from this. So...I basically was doing an agent submission for *myself* (I've been an actor for 10+ years, recently on Big Little Lies on HBO, Lucifer on Netflix, Sneaky Pete on Amazon) and couldn't help but think about the thousands of actors that were doing the same tedious thing: compiling lists of agent emails, scouring IMDBPro, composing a zillion emails and then sending all those emails out individually. There had to be a better way. Having a tech background before becoming an actor, I'm all about the SYSTEM. Fast forward 3 months, I spent about 60 quarantine hours putting together a list of 200+ commercial and theatrical agent emails, bundled together with a bulk mailing tool, AND a tracking report. Which means all an actor has to do is download the list, use the mailer tool, and you're pretty much done in about 15 minutes. **Legit commercial or theatrical representation in 15 minutes.** So anyway, I'd like to include the link for it if you're interested in more info: [https://www.agentblasters.com/getrepped](https://www.agentblasters.com/getrepped) I really think it would help a lot of actors get over being paralyzed by finding an agent. It's not easy, no one really tells you how to do it in school, and it can suck up a lot of time that could be spent working on your craft. It's the same tool I've used for myself and countless of other actors I've helped find an agent for. I'm pretty much on Reddit all day so if anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask!! Break a leg out there!! Howard [https://imdb.me/howardchan](https://imdb.me/howardchan)

How to impress an agent at an audition?

How to impress an agent at an audition?

Posted on Nov 14th

Hey all, I graduated from drama school in June and I applied to agents then, got no attention as the UK industry was shut down at the time. Now it’s November and I’d applied again, gotten some responses but suddenly, this weird thing happens. I’ve been called into meetings, they see me, they REALLY like me, there’s rapport etc, I’m 100% certain I’m in and then - I get a rejection the next day, and in all 3 cases the email I’ve gotten has been along the lines of: “We think you’re extremely talented however we realised after the meeting that your look, is too similar to our other clients and therefore it wouldn’t be fair to have you on as well as them if you’d be going for the same parts”. I’m heartbroken as this happened three times now, as two out of three had actually made me a provisionary offer (I’m almost certain I’m giving you an offer to join us). I’m petite & blonde, half Spanish and a skilled ballet dancer as well as actor. Is that terribly common? What does this mean? Is it because of covid and things being a lot harder?

I am building my new actors website and need to figure what I need to ut on there to best show what i can do that will get results. Can anyone offer advice?

I am building my new actors website and need to figure what I need to ut on there to best show what i can do that will get results. Can anyone offer advice?

Posted on Nov 14th

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Acting Classes Toronto

Acting Classes Toronto

Posted on Nov 14th

Hi everyone, I'm a newbie actor in Toronto who's been in a couple student films and short indie films. I want to take some acting classes before looking for an agent and have looked into a few places. I've heard some good things about Second City's acting levels 1-4 and also Milne Acting Studio. If anyone could give me some advice about either of these two or any other places I would greatly appreciate that. Also, as a side note with the ongoing pandemic these classes would most likely be online. Would it still be worth it or should I wait until classes are in person again? Thank you

What would be a better company to audition for?

What would be a better company to audition for?

Posted on Nov 14th

Hi everyone,I'm josh. Like myself, many of us want to become actors in theatre,television and film. I just saw a commercial for Nickelodeon,which helped me to write this. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/ju931i)

agency temper

agency temper

Posted on Nov 14th

hey guys just posting even though i know i’m over- thinking but just did my 8th audition self tape. i’m new actor only been doing it since around august and was signed around that time. i’m waiting a bit for classes cuz i’m the type who needs in person to be effective. it just every audition i always think that if i don’t get it my agent is gonna be mad that i’m not booking. i’m new and have had 8 auditions and no bookings yet. i know i’m over thinking but how many auditions did it take for ur first booking?

Drama schools in Europe (speaking English courses)

Drama schools in Europe (speaking English courses)

Posted on Nov 14th

Hello, I'm an young (20) Portuguese actor who already study acting here, but I want to study abroad. In 2019 I auditioned to Guildhall and Drama Centre London, and, well of course, I didn't get in. This year I started looking for acting schools in Europe that taught in English and I found IAB in Barcelona, it went successfully and they offer me an opportunity to study there, but it was too expensive for me to take it. So yes... I SAID NO... a nightmare. But well, since all this Brexit problem is killing my dreams of studying in the UK, I wanted to know if you have any recommendations of drama schools in Europe (or world, idk) that the classes are taught in English (and the tuition fees are supported by the government or not too expensive) Thank you!

Great Zoom Read

Great Zoom Read

Posted on Nov 13th

Hi All- I did a great zoom read last night of my new version of "Top Gun." Got some help navigating zoom- thank you for helping me from Stage 32- Monica Mansy (Charlene) and Lau'Rie Roach (Goose). Congratulations to all the readers from Pittsburgh, PA to Atlanta, Georgia to Houston, Texas. Also- for the next zoom read on "Thursday December 3rd at 7 p.m. EST Top Gun" - I'm looking for a reader for the part of Skinner. Thanks- Ed Skirtich   

(Atlanta) East Coast Talent Agency

(Atlanta) East Coast Talent Agency

Posted on Nov 13th

Have/do any of you fellow Atlanta actors work with this agency? From the research I've done I'm confident they're 'legit' as in don't require you to take acting classes (they might recommend but it's not required), they don't require you to get headshots through their photographers, none of that fancy stuff. All they ask is that you do get professional headshots from reputable photographers and that you are willing to work! From the looks of it they seem to be a "starter agency" I think. I got an email after submitting to them that they are interested in seeing more of me and would like me to submit an audition monologue for them to view. If they decide to work with me after I send in the tape they would require me to sign a contract. Not sure what would be the specifics of it I'm assuming something along the lines of taking a certain percentage of any work I book through them or something of the sorts. Anyway, do any of you have experience with these guys? I'm a start up actor with honestly no professional experience so I'd be honored to hop on board with any LEGIT agency but I would just like some feedback if any of you have some to offer. Thanks!

Casting Call for Digital Advertising UGC Content [Paid]

Casting Call for Digital Advertising UGC Content [Paid]

Posted on Nov 13th

Hey all, I work for a digital advertising company and we're looking for actors/actresses who can help us film a variety of 30 - 60 second user generated content advertisements for social media. Content is non-erotic and script will be provided - you will pose as a satisfied customer for one of our clients and make an informal video promoting their product. Content will be shown to hundreds of thousands of people across social media (Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc) ​ This is a paid role at the rate of $20 per hour with up to 2 hours per video. If the initial content quality is good we have a slew of videos backlogged and would love to keep working with you. This role is also remote and you must have a cellphone to record video. ​ If you're interested please shoot a message our way and happy to talk details on any of the projects. Hope to hear from you!

Introduction to an Alternative to The Method Acting Technique

Introduction to an Alternative to The Method Acting Technique

Posted on Nov 13th

In this video, Hollywood pro acting coach lays out an introductory course to an alternative to 'The Method' acting technique. He explains what turns a good actor into a great actor, how acting should feel, and how the character's objective and emotion tools, taught at his school, help to duplicate human behavior without indulging in 'The Method' type personal experiences, which can be extremely exhausting and traumatic. [Introduction to Acting](https://youtu.be/o9R1DLWyC2Y)

If you were to get an audition on Actors Access and not submit it, would the casting director be able to tell?

If you were to get an audition on Actors Access and not submit it, would the casting director be able to tell?

Posted on Nov 13th

I got an audition for a non-union episodic in LA but have been staying with family in Fl because of the pandemic. It’d cost more for me to get there than what I’d be making on the booking. But... do cd’s get angry when they want you to audition and you don’t? Is it seen as unprofessional? Or do they get so many submissions they can’t tell/don’t care?

Actors that are moving to LA or if you're already in LA and you're looking for an agent, I made something for you I'm really proud of!

Actors that are moving to LA or if you're already in LA and you're looking for an agent, I made something for you I'm really proud of!

Posted on Nov 13th

Hello actors of Reddit! I did a thing :) Mods, please let me know if this is not OK but I think a lot of your actors would get a lot of value from this. So...I basically was doing an agent submission for *myself* (I've been an actor for 10+ years, recently on Big Little Lies on HBO, Lucifer on Netflix, Sneaky Pete on Amazon) and couldn't help but think about the thousands of actors that were doing the same tedious thing: compiling lists of agent emails, scouring IMDBPro, composing a zillion emails and then sending all those emails out individually. There had to be a better way. Having a tech background before becoming an actor, I'm all about the SYSTEM. Fast forward 3 months, I spent about 60 quarantine hours putting together a list of **200+ commercial and theatrical agent emails, bundled together with a bulk mailing tool, AND a tracking report.** Which means all an actor has to do is download the list, use the mailer tool, and you're pretty much done in about 15 minutes. **Legit commercial or theatrical representation in 15 minutes.** So anyway, if it's allowed here, I'd like to include the link for it if you're interested in more info: [https://www.agentblasters.com/getrepped](https://www.agentblasters.com/getrepped) I really think it would help a lot of actors get over being ***paralyzed*** by finding an agent. It's not easy, no one really tells you how to do it in school, and it can suck up a lot of time that could be spent working on your craft. It's the same tool I've used for myself and countless of other actors I've helped find an agent for. I'm pretty much on Reddit all day so if anyone has any questions, please feel free to ask!! Break a leg out there!! Howard

Actor Looking for a project

Actor Looking for a project

Posted on Nov 13th

Hello, I am a self taught actor age 22, male based in Los Angeles, California. I am looking to gain experience. If someone is directing a project whether it is a short film, student film, or anything really. I would be glad to offer my service for your project. If you want to see what I look like, please feel free to message me and we can go on from there. Thank you.

Acting gigs & UI- I'm a non union actor, currently collecting unemployment in NJ from my "survival job" I had at a restaurant. Like many others, main source of income was that job and I would do acting gigs on the side when I could get them. Can I sti

Acting gigs & UI- I'm a non union actor, currently collecting unemployment in NJ from my "survival job" I had at a restaurant. Like many others, main source of income was that job and I would do acting gigs on the side when I could get them. Can I sti

Posted on Nov 13th

I havent done any acting work or booked any gigs since the pandemic started 9 months ago or so and I began collecting UI from losing my restaurant job which was my main source of income.. before all this I was working there and I'd only book a gig once or twice a month or less, and it was mainly just background work, standing in for the day, low budget independent stuff, and small roles in commercials. However as I'm just a measly non union actor, the jobs are usually no more that a 1 day thing and usually I'm only getting the standard low af non union pay for a full days work, sometimes more depending on the project. A few times but rarely I've gotten to work on a shoot for multiple days at a time if I was lucky and got a decent check. But like I said, very rare. So what I'm trying to figure out is.. can I still collect if I get one of these random 1 day jobs every other month or so? Like how does that work? Do I even report it? This is what confuses me and why I've stopped working these gigs and pursuing small little projects. Cause I dont want to lose my UI over working a low paying 1 day job here and there and its not worth it to lose the thing that's helping me survive. It sucks but I've completely stopped pursuing any projects like I used to and even though they were small, I really enjoyed it and I'm sad. I heard I can still collect partial UI for whatever week I worked if I only worked a 1 or 2 day project and I make less than my base amount. Ugh. It's so confusing and I dont want to risk losing my UI though.

Izotope Sale

Izotope Sale

Posted on Nov 13th

Fellow voice actors! Just wanted to let everyone know that Izotope is having a sale on a bunch of their plugins including Elements. I grabbed Rx7 Elements when it went on sale a few months back and it has been unbelievably helpful. The voice-de noise/de hum can literally take out the sound of a full blown air conditioner in the background without degrading your spoken word audio and the de-click works like a dream in removing my mouth clicks. It's priced at 30$ now when it's usually around 120$ so anyone interested should scoop it up soon if they can! Here's the link ---- [https://www.izotope.com/en/shop/rx-8-elements.html](https://www.izotope.com/en/shop/rx-8-elements.html)

How do you prepare for an audition?

How do you prepare for an audition?

Posted on Nov 12th

Ahh, the audition. The lifeblood of any actor's career. A single audition could change the game for an actor. But before we show up and step into the spotlight for our chance, what do we do? As a voice actor, auditions are a little different for me, but I treat each one as if I'm in the room with the casting director, producer, or project manager. I've shared how I approach auditions here: https://www.stage32.com/blog/Tips-for-Mastering-Any-Audition-a-Voice-Actor-s-GuideBut I'd like to know - what are your tips for mastering an audition? 

Zoom Read

Zoom Read

Posted on Nov 12th

Hi All- It's late notice but I need an actress for tonight for a zoom reading of a new version of a script I wrote for "Top Gun" for the part of Charlene. The zoom reading is at 7 p.m. EST. Thank you very much. Please include your email so I can send you the script and zoom invite. Sincerely- Ed Skirtich  

YAYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

YAYY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted on Nov 12th

IM SO HAPPY! I GOT A REPLY FROM A SUCCESSFUL, TALENTED ACTOR I REALLY ADMIRE! His name is Anson Boon and my best friend knows him, so I figured, why not try to message him? I sent him a short text on Instagram saying how I’m passionate about acting and would love to talk to him, and he responded!! He gave wonderful advice and was so kind and I’m just over the moon happy

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 12

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Nov 12

Posted on Nov 12th

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.

England-Based Agencies

England-Based Agencies

Posted on Nov 12th

What are some England-based agencies that an actress with only a few credits can contact?

How do people start with voice acting

How do people start with voice acting

Posted on Nov 12th

Hi im new in this subreddit and i was wondering how I would start as a voice actor cuz I really like to do voices and stuff I really enjoy listening to voice actors when they do their job and I would like to start myself as one so could anyone help me by some advice

Age Anxiety

Age Anxiety

Posted on Nov 12th

I am almost 18 and up until this point have no experience in acting besides the acredited classes I take (paid for myself). My parents do not support me acting as a career and I am going to college to study finance (nyc or socal). I know am young but with a kind of difficult major, is it possible for me to be a successful actor? I don’t think I am a bad actor and the classes I take are well respected.

How to become an actor teacher/best place for training?

How to become an actor teacher/best place for training?

Posted on Nov 12th

What is the best way to become an acting teacher or are there any good training programs for teaching?

Best jobs while acting

Best jobs while acting

Posted on Nov 12th

Hey everyone, what do you all think are the best jobs that are flexible and/or accommodating when taking acting lessons and going on auditions? I am lucky that I don’t have student debt, but considering that covid has made me unable to even find a job in my highly sought out field, I realize that wasting away on apply to jobs that won’t allow me time to pursue personal goals isn’t doing me any good anyway. I live near Boston and left NYC due to the virus, so If you have any suggestions for good jobs for aspiring actors and musicians in places like LA and NYC, please comment below. Thanks!

“You don’t need to do anything. Just be sexy.”

“You don’t need to do anything. Just be sexy.”

Posted on Nov 12th

Hi, all. Long-time lurker on this sub. Now I finally feel comfortable posting. I’ve been acting on and off for the past five years. Certainly nothing to write home about. Some music videos and television pilots that went absolutely nowhere, but hey... That’s show biz, kid. When I was much younger, just starting out, I was taken advantage of. A lot. Took a lot of gigs for free, just happy to be cast and have an opportunity to work and gain experience. What I did not expect, was for one of the directors I collaborated with to become an absolute disappointment in every way a person can be a disappointment. Before Covid, I was cast in a project with someone I had worked with in the past. He was someone I knew from my days as a musician, and he was also a mutual friend. So I figured even if he was a mess, he would never really steer me wrong. (Right?) Well... He was always a bit of a flake, and I wasn’t even sure his latest project would even be shown. He tends to film a lot of footage and do absolutely nothing with it. Many, many wasted afternoons. Lots of MY money flying out the window, as I had to provide my own wardrobe, makeup/hair, and transportation. (Things this director never once reimbursed me for, or even offered to reimburse me for.) Again. That’s show-biz! Anyway. I get to set for the most recent shoot. It becomes very clear, very quickly, that he is coked out of his mind. Everything he gave me notes and instructions for completely went out the window. The original concept for the music video included several costume and hair changes. (Again. Money I spent purchasing very specific items he wanted be to wear.) He only had me film in one outfit: the robe I arrived in to finish my makeup and hair. I figure, *”Okay. It’s his vision. I’ll just roll with it and do what I do.”* When I asked for direction, since things were changing on the fly, his only notes for me were the following: “You don’t need to do anything. Just be sexy.” ....Alright. Noted. The shoot was a disappointment, to say the least, since I hoped he had learned from his mistakes in the past. I silently pledged to myself that this would be the last time I ever worked with him. The whole experience made me feel extremely uncomfortable. I also thought, this will just be another addition to the long list of his projects that go nowhere. What we filmed was absolutely nothing resembling what we had discussed for months prior. Fast forward to now. The moment when I knew that not only would I never work with him again, I would never SPEAK to him again. The final cut of the music video was actually released! Hurrah! Only there was one little problem. He included footage of me that was filmed without my knowledge, when he told me the cameras were NOT rolling. It was a shot that happened in-between takes, when I was running off set. I can remember exactly when this was, too. I desperately had to use the bathroom. He obviously kept the camera rolling, and even joked about it later. I even said, “Well we’re gonna leave THAT out!” More laughter. I also made it very clear later that I did not want that footage in the video. (There was no room for a “what-if” on that!) I never, ever, EVER anticipated that he would do something so unprofessional. It really made me feel violated. Now, maybe that’s a diva move on my part, but it really made me feel betrayed. Seriously, folks. Would any of y’all want footage of you literally running in slow-motion to take a desperate piss included in a project you worked super hard to look good for? Yeah. That’s what I thought. I told him off in a very tersely worded letter. I made it very clear that I was disappointed in his lack of respect for my wishes, and the fact he included footage that made me so uncomfortable. He never responded. Our friendship, professional relationship or whatever you want to call it is toast. So. Fellow actors. What steps do I take from here? Is there anything should do? Is there anything I *can* do? Or am I left with yet another disappointing project under my belt? Any advice is greatly appreciated. Also, feel free to commiserate. I am just relieved to get this off my chest.

Actors who are in a long distance relationship, how was your experience and were you able to make it work?

Actors who are in a long distance relationship, how was your experience and were you able to make it work?

Posted on Nov 12th

I will check out relationship advice but I wanted to check here on this subreddit for fellow actors. Anyways I’m in the city and in the perfect spot for theatre/acting however gf is upstate (3hour drive not bad for me) but she is also in the perfect spot for career. We’d been together for almost 4 years and have made LDR work but I want to try and come up with an end plan.

College has destroyed my confidence and I'm doubting my career choice for the first time

College has destroyed my confidence and I'm doubting my career choice for the first time

Posted on Nov 12th

I'm a college senior. I've been planning on being an actor my whole life. In high school I lived in a big city and I had an agent and booked a couple small speaking roles in movies and TV shows. Nothing huge but enough to join SAG-AFTRA and all that. I was in acting classes and stuff constantly, and not to brag or whatever but generally I was told I was pretty good. Like I got good feedback from teachers and casting directors. And I booked work, so that seemed to reinforce that. I took some time off to go to college and major in theatre. My agent dropped me because my school is in the middle of nowhere, which is super valid, but I'd been planning on moving to NY as soon as I graduate to try and act as a career. However, my time at college has kind of torn that idea down. I don't go to a big BFA program, it's a super chill BA where almost nobody is intending to act as a career. It didn't require an audition or anything. However, I wasn't cast in a single production the entire time I was here. I haven't even gotten very good grades in a lot of my acting classes. I've worked really hard my entire life and I don't know why suddenly I'm at the bottom of the barrel. I'm the only one in my year who hasn't been in a single play, and many of the kids who get cast as leads every semester don't seem to me like they're that much better than me. Now I'm starting to think that I was never any good to begin with, and frankly I have no idea what to do. Should I take this as indication that this career isn't for me? I don't want to delude myself into wasting money pursuing something I'm clearly no good at. But then again, would I have booked work in high school if I was so bad? I don't know what to think. And I know that without seeing me act nobody on here can tell me if I'm good or not, but what would you do in my situation?

How to get representation during a pandemic?

How to get representation during a pandemic?

Posted on Nov 11th

I live in NYC and have been doing student and indie films and a lot of brand new plays with an audience of less than 20. I have a BFA (didnt have showcase) and have been doing on going classes off and on for the last 2 years for training. I finally got a reel cut and was planning on sending it out to agents and managers but then Covid happened and I assumed it was a bad time to submit. Now it's 8 months later and I havent done anything and feel even more lost than i did before. I still am hesitant to submit to agents and managers now. I guess I'm feeling like I'd rather not try than try and get 100 percent rejections. I guess I'm just struggling on how to move forward right now. Literally right before Covid I met with a career coach who I trust who basically just said to get better headshots (I havent done this yet.) and to mass submit to agents. I've posted this question like once a year for the last 3 years and never feel like I'm ever any closer to achieving success. I've also been thinking about grad school, particularly in the UK for a change. I know I'm a solid actor (i got leads in school) but I just feel like the last 4 years I havent done anything except survive. In the classes I've taken, I've met actors who I dont think are good who have agents which adds a whole different layer to my frustration. Any advice for signing with an agent or manager right now?

VO royalty?

VO royalty?

Posted on Nov 11th

So you know in mainstream media there are tv/film actors that sort of trancend to the A-list millions of dollars per movie/episode status. Is there a similar hierarchy in the VO community both past and present?

If you're a Voice Actor auditioning, be aware of this company.

If you're a Voice Actor auditioning, be aware of this company.

Posted on Nov 11th

[If you are in Voice Over and looking for work, be vary wary of "Actors Everywhere".](https://imgur.com/a/6dITqvi) If you are looking for work, be aware that the boss of this company has a history of coercion and serial inappropriate behavior. The company is small and intimate, less than 10 people. You will work with him and be alone with him 1 on 1. They do primarily sexual audiobooks. The CEO and lead performer of this company has a history of making sexual advances on female workers. He has a "Confidence Exercise" in which he has a woman undress on camera in front of a window while he films them and touches them. He believes sexual touching in the recording booth during erotic books is the only way to get real chemistry in audio. And saying "no" is often met with "you'll come around." He will relentlessly work at you until he can coerce you into sexual acts. Whether or not this is still in practice at this company is unknown, but please if you audition be aware of this behavior and this company.

If you're auditioning, look out for this company.

If you're auditioning, look out for this company.

Posted on Nov 11th

[If you are in Voice Over and looking for work, be vary wary of "Actors Everywhere".](https://imgur.com/a/6dITqvi) If you are looking for work, be aware that the boss of this company has a history of coercion and serial inappropriate behavior. The company is small and intimate, less than 10 people. You will work with him and be alone with him 1 on 1. They do primarily sexual audiobooks, but they won't tell you that they're mostly sexual. They'll just say "Audiobooks" The CEO and lead performer of this company has a history of making sexual advances on female workers. He has a "Confidence Exercise" in which he has a woman undress on camera in front of a window while he films them and touches them. He believes sexual touching in the recording booth during erotic books is the only way to get real chemistry in audio. And saying "no" is often met with "you'll come around." He will relentlessly work at you until he can coerce you into sexual acts. Whether or not this is still in practice at this company is unknown, but please avoid Actors Everywhere.

Only good in one genre, bad in another.

Only good in one genre, bad in another.

Posted on Nov 11th

So I’m a new[ish] actor and I’ve spent the last few years working on my craft. It seems like I’m naturally funny and do well in comedic roles. But when it comes to drama (or anything that requires serious emotion) I fall flat and feel forced. Does anyone else have this same issue? How did you overcome it? Any advice on how to strengthen my performance skills in dramatic roles?

Acting and spirituality

Acting and spirituality

Posted on Nov 10th

We all have heard this thing in spirituality "surrender your EGO",i heard the same during my yoga philosophy class ,seems like ego is the biggest obstruction in spirituality,being an actor i compared it with acting which is my profession and i love to do it infact its spirituality for me .HOW? what should an actor do when he is in the character ? he should surrender himself to the character !total surrender a begger ,a thief,a gangster or a pickpocketer or anything , as an actor to completely feel the character we should surrender the ego of who we are !what we are ! total dettachment from ones own association, how much money you have? What were you? What are you? What you want to be! Forget the camera ,forget the lights,forget the director just surrender to being the self(character) and soon you will feel the energy.That is how i percieve my art as a spiritual experience.

Recommendations for Movies/TV Shows/Documentaries about actors or the acting Industry

Recommendations for Movies/TV Shows/Documentaries about actors or the acting Industry

Posted on Nov 10th

Do you guys have any recommendations for movies about actors, that shed light on the life of an actor both struggling and succeeding. I know movies like LalaLand don't show much [

Are there any good forums within the EU where you can sign in? Like some sort of index for others to look up, if they are searching for actors.
Voice acting with a lisp.

Voice acting with a lisp.

Posted on Nov 10th

Do any of you voice actors have a lisp in your normal speaking voice? Does it go away when you voice act? How does it affect your performances?

Does anyone have any idea of resources similar to Backstage or Actor's Access (or any website that offers casting calls) in Mexico?

Does anyone have any idea of resources similar to Backstage or Actor's Access (or any website that offers casting calls) in Mexico?

Posted on Nov 10th

I can't seem to find any online resource that offers casting calls for projects. This baffles me because I know the film industry in Mexico is huge and has some amazing movies. Does anyone have any idea of a website that offers casting calls and auditions in Mexico? If not, do you know of any reputable agencies in Mexico? I know i't's a super long shot, but here's hoping.

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