So I quit an acting class I had been taking for the past three weeks. There are two more weeks, but I decided to drop out. This is an acting class at the studio, and it was about $600. It was 10 classes in total, so, I finished $360 worth, and I’m wasting $240, but also I’m gaining 12 hours (the remaining 4 classes of 3 hours) to possibly make the better use of. I don’t need to feel the guilty, right? In the past, I always felt I cannot quit what you once started. But it was because I wasn’t paying for it. My parents were paying for it. So I always felt I had to complete it. But this class, I paid for it by myself. I earned money by being an actor in films, and I paid for the class from the money I earned for myself. Therefore, I don’t need to be filled with a sense of guilt. What do you think? Also, I wonder if normally people discontinue the class in the middle generally.
So this is along the “usual questions” line. Similar to “how do you balance a consistent income and also work as an actor.” My question is, how do you bring up you’re a working actor during the “day job” interview process? What did you say and when in the process did you mention it? Did you mention it at all?
I think Geraldine Page was a hell of an actress. Why do you agree or disagree?
Usually animated movies by Disney, Pixar and DreamWorks star popular actors in film and television like Tom Hanks, Mike Myers and Robin Williams (RIP), while big name voice actors like Tara Strong, Jim Cummings and Rob Paulsen are mostly regulated to supporting characters. Granted, that's starting to change with Colleen O'Shaughnessey, the voice actress for Miles "Tails" Prower from the Sonic the Hedgehog getting top billing for the second live action Sonic movie and veteran VAs like Kevin Michael Richardson and Charlies Martinet having starring roles in the upcoming computer animated Mario movie by Illumination, but overall, how do big name VAs feel about not being the main cast of animated movies? (Though I did hear Billy West criticize studios who cast celebrities for their fame instead of their talent.)
I just thought of this a couple days ago, but one going into an audition word embodying A character or actor during your audition process help? No I’m not saying to plagiarize the role of an actor, but rather think like the character. Say you’re additioning for a psychotic role, would invbody in the character energy of Hannibal Lecter or the manipulative nature of Allison DeLaurentis from pretty little liars etc. If you were trying to be eccentric would embodying a character like the mad hatter from Alice in wonderland or something like that help? Now I am pretty confident, but there are still some lingering self-doubt thoughts that have been internalize. But I also know that I have to jump in headfirst to things sometimes to realize they aren’t that bad. This is my first post on here by the way, I’d really appreciate any insight you have. I’ve taken acting classes when I was in high school, but I wasn’t considered too good because I had a big wall up from emotional immaturity and hurt, that has been a long gone or at least lowered severely. I’ve developed more facial expressions, which I think are probably some of my best “actings” lol idk
Been a voice actor for a few years now and something been bothering me and has me confused, and it's how the hell do certain English dub voice actors get away with acting they way they do (especially on Twitter). Attend a number of acting related classes and marketing classes and they all say the same thing of "Always be professional" "follow Tom Hardy and Keanu Reeves approach" etc and it makes sense as you would definitely wanted to be seen and viewed as a professional. But then I see these voice actors on Twitter arguing with people, insulting fans, saying offensive stuff (Amanda Winn Lee, my god is the definition of unprofessionalism) and just acting unprofessional and yet they keep getting support, roles, and seemingly no punishment whatsoever. And I frankly find it unfair that other people in the entertainment industry has to always be on their best behavior no matter what in order to keep their jobs and yet these people can say and do whatever. And since I'm on the topic I'm just gonna go ahead and say it, the Vic mignona situation.... THAT SHIZ NEED To Be INVESTIGATED BY SOME LEGAL/CRIMINAL justice System IMMEDIATELY. Because my God, I don't care what side your on in the matter but that situation needs to be investigated and everyone involved needs to be investigated immediately. Because the the alleged evil and unprofessional that situation has unearthed about the English dub community has made me never want to be in the same room with people in that industry or even attempt to do anything with anime (and I really do love anime). I'm dead serious, but what do you guys think? Am I being to uptight?
For instance I worked up the courage to ask out the lead role on a TV show (meanwhile I’m just a 20m regular 2 line day player) we was having a lot of giggles & chats & for some reason during one of the conversations she said “maybe that’s why I’m single now” So I got to thinking “hmm interesting” fast forward days over she’s about to get into the Van & my anxiety starts going through the roof so I walked over there to her , waited for her to finish her conversation to finish (still have no idea how I had the balls to say this) & said “hey how long you filming for?” She says “i dont know why you gonna be my tour guide?” My heart rate went up 1000 & I said real smooth like “that depends does it come with dinner” she agreed to this & we exchanged numbers & set up a date for Friday. I’m still in shock felt like we were both the only two people on earth in that moment , & by any means she’s not a small time actor this is someone with almost millions of followers & I’m just like some theater student at community college So moral of this story is If you ever wanna shoot your shot at anybody do it!
I have all my pieces in place. I audition regularly, repeats from casting, pins for major CDs, and I've read for some major roles for major projects. The biggest thing holding me back has always been poverty and depression. The depression is (mainly) due to poverty. But I realize now, that mindset changes everything. Mindset breaks through poverty, mindset breaks through depression, improving my mindset and therfor my energy is what will take me to the next level, and finally break through. So, for the truly successful working actors like winona portman, and other series regulars and above, can you share with us the mindset you carry throughout your day to day life? I'm not talking about training or anything like that. But the way you think about things. The way you see the world, the way you see your life, the way you rationalize things. The thoughts that you cultivate when you wake up, throughout your day, and before you go to bed. Any mental exercises like meditation / visualization / affirmations / imagination-related activities. I truly believe the answer to everything lies within cultivating a limitless mindset, and since i've never been around people that have a mindset like that, I'm working alone with this task. Successful actors: please share how you've been able to cultivate a positive limitless mindset. Thank you.
For example, let's say you don't do any zoom calls, or never show your face. Your logo is something like a microphone or an anime character, cat etc. When people send you the money, it's to "Vague studios LLC". You have a stage name like Blue Danube. When you have to record in person for a cartoon or video game, you wear a mask and helmet concealing your identity so nobody knows who you are. (Let's pretend for arguments sake that their is a hole in the mask and there's no affect on the performance.) Basically, we are pretending that you are the most skilled voice actor in the world. Is it possible to have success while remaining anonymous? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/wcy8e3)
I really want to go to one and the one I have found has a category for film and teaches about on screen acting, script writing, camera work etc. I’ve been wanting to ask my family to if I can of but I’m embarrassed. I aspire to be an actor (Obviously) and this is one of the things holding me back, as well as doubt that I’d even make it. Anyone have any advice?
So let's say an actor is a very picky eater, but they got a role that requires them to get in shape. What would the actor do in that situation?
Hi guys, I'm trying to figure out how to really break into voiceover while already being in the union. I've got a decent resume as a union actor, with a handful of Network TV credits but really want to be able to do more and especially in the voiceover space. I've built a couple professional voice demos, taken a voiceover class at a big los angeles studio, and have access to a professional grade sound booth, but I'm struggling to find work without having a voiceover resume. If I'm only allowed to audition for union gigs...it doesn't seem worth it to join voices or voice123 and those are the only two sites I know of...because I'm told there isn't much union work on those sites....is that correct? Does anyone have experience with this or know anyone who's been down a similar path. I'm a little lost. Any help would be much appreciated.
Hello! Long time lurker, first time poster. I'm very much a beginner and have only taken a few classes but, I just got back from an Audition Class where I was told off for **knowing** my lines? I was told I should have gotten a feel for the character first before learning lines. My idea was to learn my lines first (in monotone - so I could confidently perform on the day/ be easily directable) before developing my character and playing around with that. I had them down so well that I could say them half asleep and was able to improvise - tailor the dialogue to the character if needed. Meanwhile, a couple of people had no idea what was going on in the scene/ kept fumbling their lines but got appluded for it? I feel a little deflated because I've always been told that I need to have my lines (or at least the gist of them) down pat! I also *felt* more confident knowing that I had learnt them, as opposed to the times where I didn't know them and was a nervous wreck. I'm still a novice and really want to become a better actor so, can anyone give me advice on what's the best thing to do after recieving a script?
I'm 15 I'll be doing voice acting and mocap for my game I'm doing it alone because no one's joining And I'm just very nervous on how can I do it I just want my game to be good Idk if I should say it a hobby or not lol
If you've been pursuing acting for a minute, or even if you've been on this reddit, you've no doubt heard the refrain about how hard acting is. There's a thread about it at least every couple of days, something like "Is it possible for me to make a living as an actor? I don't want to be poor!" cue 43 replies. The reason for this is that even if you're not on reddit,--- as an actor you've probably gotten some kind of speech from a well-meaning uncle at some point, or perhaps you're hounded weekly by your parents about your career choices, or you had that teacher who intimated that you wouldn't make it. But what the hell do they know? Well, they know its hard, however, the ways that acting is hard is not equal, and the cliched reasoning is not always the one that becomes the most challenging for actors. So here are some lesser known reason... Lesser known reason #1. It's hard not because you don't succeed, but sometimes you do, but that success often has almost no long-term effect. A "break" is much less common than you'd think. We wish on every star that when we get to work on a big show, or with a big director etc etc, that EVERYTHING will change, but...often very little changes. It doesn't mean it can't be significant, but that's how hard the industry is. You want to arrive at the safe, gated place where everything is going to get easier, but more often than not, you're still in the same hustle, and...the hard part, the same uncertainty. What to do to combat this? Stop believing in "breaks" and simply live in the present with the knowledge that the life of the actor is filled with uncertainty, and likely always will be. Lesser known reason #2 It's hard because your needs change. When you're 20 years old and a sprained knee takes 2 weeks to heal vs 1 year to never. When you can't imagine needing anything but a studio apartment and a plant. When you no longer can survive on Ramen and wish you could see Tokyo... It creeps up on all of us. You may not want kids, ever. You may not need a luxurious life, BUT the fire that burns like an inferno when you're starting as an actor can and will start to dim. I hope it doesn't, and I believe there are truly extraordinary actors who are extraordinary because they keep that flame alive, but at some point...its not going to keep you as warm as you think. So there you are, with very few skills aside from the service industry and...acting, and you don't have many other job prospects if you were to shift your attention elsewhere. Sorry, I know this one is depressing, but its the truth. What may not bother you before your mid 30s, may really upset you later on. What you can do to combat this? Don't wait to develop other interests, skills, even certifications. If another career avenue interests you, invest in it at least a little bit. And, be very smart about saving. Start that spreadsheet early. Lesser known reason # 3 It's hard because the grass isn't... You have to make a lot of sacrifices to be an actor. Those sacrifices may mean that you are among the 1% and a working actor. That's great. However, you can look back on the sacrifices you made and are still making and...it can be hard. It can mean missed weddings. Missed births of nephews or nieces. Missed vacations. You can also become so focused on your career that you stop being relatable to a lot of people. It can mean the loss of relationships. What you can do to combat this? Try to have fellow actor friends who can check you before you wreck yourself. There are some career decisions that have to be made. Some weddings have to be missed, but probably not all of them. Try to find objective parties who can advise you from running away and becoming a career monster, especially if you don't have to. Easier said than done. Lesser known reason # 4 The comparisons get worse. Hopefully you build a resume. Hopefully you have many satisfying experiences. Remember when I said there weren't "breaks?" Well, I lied. For a very small percentage there are. They become stars. I 100% believe you shouldn't believe in that if you can, but those people, if you're around long enough, will be your peers. You'll not only see them land their first big role, with enough time, they will be up for an emmy. Buy a huge house. Marry a famous person you always crushed on etc etc. At best...they're your friends and invite you to shit. At middle- its weird. At worst, its a symptom of your poor mental health. How to combat this? Accept that its part of the business. Don't go on social media. Don't read entertainment weekly. Be happy for those that are nice people and friends. Remind yourself that this business is 100% not fair. Anyway, just wanted to share my thoughts on this. Hope it hasn't been too much of a bummer post! Have a good weekend!
I’ve had several supporting/principal speaking roles in films on streaming services, a BFA from a top drama program, and have worked on many commercials/vo projects. Never thought to explore Canada as I was born and raised in the U.S. and have really only ever worked here. However, I have close family in Toronto and am aware that it’s a fairly large film/tv market. Would it be a good idea to pursue/reach out to representation in Canada? How would this entire process even work, legally? Is this a normal thing that actors do? Or should I just focus on work in the states ?
Hi, i’m 14 and would love to make it as an actress (screen) from any experienced actors/actresses what are some little tips and tricks that make big differences? Thank you
Ive been making the docuseries "the last movie stars", on HBO about paul newman and joanne woodward. Has anyone auditioned for the actor's studio? If you can tell us, how was your audition like and do you think your membership is worth it? Thanks!
You can audition for any character they have. And you can also audition for editing as well! Submit your audition today! https://youtu.be/993RnjxwrFk I don't know for sure, I'm not anyone behind it, I just wanted to advertise/promote it because it needed more exposure. But I believe this is unpaid work. But I do not know. P.S. You can audition through Discord and YouTube. 10+
Just had a co Star role on an ID show. I had a great time and all the cast and crew was very professional, until.. On the second day right before the final scene my costar who plays the murderer (who I really didn’t have much of a problem with although I thought I got weird vibe from him but he overall seemed nice), asked for my number. I was not interested in him in that way and have a boyfriend and asked why and he kept on asking like demanding and it was just me and him in the holding area and I honestly felt uncomfortable and just gave it to him thinking if he text me I’ll just ignore it or some thing. Fast forward to after the set hours later he calls me. I call back as I didn’t add His name in my phone I thought it might be one of the producers or some thing and it was just music playing so I texted him asking if he accidentally called. He then starts texting me asking where i am And if I want to hang out and start calling me not to or three times but five times in a row when I’m not picking up and I’m literally asking him why he’s asking me these questions why does he want to hang out and finally I told him I have a boyfriend sorry and then blocked him. Since then he is calling me at leases five times a day on a no caller ID number. I already told my agent about it and they wrote a professional letter to the production just letting them know about this incident so that they won’t hire him again hopefully and I have let a lot of other actresses know around the area but I am literally so weirded out about this whole situation. I have wanted to so bad slam him in text but I thought it was better to just ignore him and leave him blocked but does anyone else have any advice but what else I could do? Also I normally am that type of girl that has no problem sticking up for myself please don’t give me advice about how to be better about saying no I was really tired and he completely caught me off guard and he was really giving me creepy vibes when he asked for my number.
You can audition for any character they have. And you can also audition for editing as well! Submit your audition today! https://youtu.be/993RnjxwrFk P.S. You can audition through Discord and YouTube. Ages 10+
I’m a UDA/ACTRA actor in Québec, Canada represented by an agent. I have been to drama school but dropped. I wondered how to get my IMDB credits in regards to roles or other experiences in the film world (runner/PA)?
I think we all know that actor who feels a compulsion to post a video or picture on social media every single time they send in an audition for anything. It's like the moment that ring light hits them the think "the world must know that I spent an hour reading commercial copy in front of my cellphone today!" To me an actor bragging about auditions is like a salesman bragging about emailing a potential client who filled out a request form. It's not projecting the image you think it is.
Other than films or shows, where can I go to meet actor friends? I don’t have many and I’d like more!
my friend dm'ed me a capeusa instagram post about an untitled sony series that is holding an open casting call, encouraging me to give it a shot. i know that usually when a studio does it, they're also receiving auditions from actors who have representation (that usually end up getting the role) and as i have none and have never done a self tape before (only in-person auditions) i'm not sure if i should actually do it. has anyone see the call i'm referring to and have any advice for me?
My passion is to become an actor in TV and film but in my local area the only real acting lessons are within a theatre type industry. So Is getting experience and lessons in theatre pointless if I wanna be actor on screen?
We are a company with 4 YouTube channels that combined gather more than 1.4 million subscribers Right now we are creating 2 new channels. Anime recaps and Movie recaps We are in the need of 2 voice actors that are capable of making a solid and interesting interpretation out of the scripts they're gonna be given. We look for good intonation, clear and crispy pronunciation We need people that are dedicated and love what they do and always want to improve and be better. The work consists of 2-3 videos per week $20 Per video. This can totally be increased over time We are looking for people that are fully committed and want to be part of something BIG Don't doubt to drop your portfolios below, we will get in touch
Hello! Non-union actor here - I'm just wondering what the industry standard is for shooting footage that will be used in a company's social media, likely paid placement. Is this something that is sometimes shot without a contract? I know that for something larger, like anything broadcast, a contract is absolutely a requirement - but a close friend of mine has just offered me a low-key gig with his company, and I'm wondering if it would be a mistake to allow them to shoot and use footage of me without any kind of written agreement. Really all I want is something that says they don't own this footage in perpetuity to use in whatever way they like. But I also don't want to come off like a jerk asking for a contract for something that isn't that big a deal (only a couple hundred dollars, and again only for social media use, even if it is paid placement). Any thoughts would be appreciated - or also if anyone knows of any place to find example contracts to use for something like this!
Hi, r/acting! I'm an actor in NY and I'm in quarantine out of town so I figured, why not see if anyone is interested in asking anything? My IMDB is here: https://m.imdb.com/name/nm1534700/ I most recently played Mamie Fish on The Gilded Age, and before that I played roles such as Janice on Mr. Robot, Amanda on And Just Like That, Connie Kendrickson in Spike Lee's BlackKklansman, and about 85 other things you may or may not have seen. I also have done a few audiodramas (most recently Kitty Pryde in Marvel's Wastelanders: Wolverine) and broke into the industry by originating the role of Helen in Neil LaBute's "Fat Pig". At 6pm EST time, ask me anything for the next 24 hours and I will try to get to you! Hope this isn't a total flop and people ask questions!
Hi all -- I'm working on a film and reached out to a celebrity actress earlier this summer to see if she'd be interested in joining the cast. Her manager responded immediately and shared the offer materials and script with her - about a week later returned and shared that she wanted to play the role for my short film. We scheduled a time that I could connect with her on ZOOM and I had that conversation today to talk character and story. ​ Straight up - it was one of the worst, if not worst experience I've had as a director connecting with an actress. ​ We talked for an hour and the entire time she had an entitled and airy tone in her voice and responses. She was on a private yacht in Europe during the call. Her character in the story has a fractured relationship with her sister and this actress literally could not understand sibling rivalry or tensions in families because it's not what she experienced growing up and she shared that her "parents treated she and her siblings good". She also didn't fully understand the concept of families drifting apart because is inter-family brokenness and even asked if that was something I knew or heard of before. At first I thought she just was wanting more clarity but then the call got worse. ​ I asked her what in the story she most connected with the character because I wanted to find an element from the story she was emotionally connecting with we could discuss. She literally got defensive and said "Well...I didn't prepare for this role because I didn't even know this film was happening and didn't know I was supposed to do character research and biography for this call." That wasn't what I was asking at all, and tried to explain this but she didn't understand and just said she thought the subject matter was important. Her character performs into a camera for a very important scene. I need an actress that has strong command with their eyes and was complimenting her that was something she had I knew would be perfect for the character and this scene, shared how I loved Tom Hardy's ability to communicate with his eyes in Christopher Nolan's past projects and before I could even finish the compliment she interrupted and told asked me "Have you ever acted before?" ​ As a director I told her no and then she literally told me "The eyes aren't really what acting is. Actors don't use their eyes for performance." I tried to explain how I believed the eyes were a powerful connection between performer and the audience, creating a linked physicality and she just said "..Okay." really weird. I asked her what she was confused over and if I could help with what she was getting stuck over and she again told me that wasn't what performance was about. It was so uncomfortable and awkward. ​ I then shifted to one of the themes of the story being shame, and how I wanted to express that through subtext of these other characters. Before I could finish she interrupted and said "What do you mean?" really sharp. I started to explain and she interrupted AGAIN and when on a how spiel about how "shame ISN'T something that's hidden, and that it's other people's problem for not recognizing it and helping those who carry it." - I told her that some people's experiences they conceal their emotions. She kept arguing back with this idea and added that "It's not that they're hiding it, they just haven't unlocked the ability to find closure and other people don't have compassion to see it." ​ I asked her four times across the call if she had ANY questions related to the project or story and she said "No." She said she "understood the story and what I was doing." ​ On dates for principal, I asked her what her Fall schedule was looking like, if she had any upcoming projects because we were trying to work around her schedule to make the film work. She just said really cold "Yeah.. I'll have to talk to my agent to see." No other information regarding if she actually has conflicting material or projects. ​ Overall, it was just a super awkward conversation with a celebrity. What I'm stuck on is that an offer was already given and she accepted, but I want NOTHING to do with her or bringing her on our film. No contracts have been signed yet. I just know that she'll be a nightmare to work with. Do we share a follow-up email with her agent sharing that we're shifting directions after the call? She had no enthusiasm at all and I don't want to pull teeth on a film where collaborators should be excited about the material, not challenging the director by saying "Have you ever acted before?"
I just got a call that I booked a role in a major movie. It’s just a one day role and it pays the SAG rate of $1082 for the day. The casting director specified this is not background and she used the term “principal.” I know it’s not background because I auditioned for it and also because of the pay scale. But I do not have any lines in the scene. They are going to be playing music over the part that I am in but I will be interacting with one of the main actors. Is this considered co-star? How should I put this on my resume? Also this will be on a streaming platform so would I put this under “film” on my resume or under “television”?
First off, I've never been certain, despite trying to research it, what Method acting is defined as but it sure seems like some are a bit excessive about it. Isn't it a bit much to force everyone to carry you around because you're trying to play a handicapped person or gluing your eyes shut for a month to play a blind person? It just seems like some actors get a bit too extreme about it...?
Hi! I've been an actor now for years but have always struggled with my voice. Male. But I feel it's thin, unreliable, slightly nasal. I have a hard time listening to it and I finally have some extra money to invest in a coach. Does anyone have any recommendations? Seems like a lot of it is geared around singing but I prefer Shakespeare and straight plays (although I understand it's the same vocal mechanism). Any recommendations would be amazing.
I've been doing some Meisner exercises with a couple of fellow actors, following Larry Silverberg's book (thanks u/eogc9 for the fantastic recommendation!). We've gotten to the point of doing an activity, and we can't figure out something about "fully doing" vs "as if". Imagine you need to play a character that is juggling balls. There's two cases that confused us: (1) you're an expert juggler playing a novice, (2) you're a novice juggler playing an expert. Case (2) seems relatively simple to deal with - become an expert juggler before filming (simple, not necessarily easy!). But for case (1) it seems that juggling wouldn't require your full concentration; in fact you'd probably focus on making mistakes. But would the mistakes look like the kind of mistakes a novice would make? How do you "fully do" something that is so easy for you, you don't require full focus? How do you juggle "as if" you weren't an expert? We came up with similar scenarios, like doing math on a piece of paper. You can choose a level of math that is as challenging for you as the fictional math is challenging for the character - if you're playing a math genius but you're not, maybe just adding numbers would create the right level of challenge for you - you stay truthful, and externally it looks like the character is being challenged at their appropriate level. But how do you stay truthful in the juggling situation, where the activity is visible, and you can't substitute it with something that looks identical but has the appropriate difficulty level? Or are we taking "fully do" too literally? Is it just *"if you're playing someone writing a letter, actually write a letter"*?
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.
appears to be available on Woot. [https://sellout.woot.com/offers/rode-nt1-a-vocal-recording-microphone-package-open-box?ref=w\_cnt\_wp\_8\_18](https://sellout.woot.com/offers/rode-nt1-a-vocal-recording-microphone-package-open-box?ref=w_cnt_wp_8_18) Only posting this because I know this is a commonly used mic for voice actors. Good luck snagging it!
If you had a chance to have a chat with one of the actors you most admire, what are the questions you would ask them? Not neccesarily about their roles and films, though that works as well, but also questions about being an actor in general, filmmaking, theatre, acting, anything at all that you would really like to know, and that they may find very interesting to talk about. Cheers :)
I feel ready to submit to agencies, but I am hesistant because I know how important a good first impression is. I have been taking classes and working on my craft since January, I have done tons of extra work (not that that really matters?) and I’ve had lead roles in 2 student films so far. I have headshots and a professional looking résumé and a reel with some self tape shots and some from the films I was in. Is this enough? Do I need more on my resume in order to be considered?
I'm a SAG actor who signed with my new manager about 3 months ago. She's fine, but she keeps sending me out for a ton of non union commercials. 1. I am HORRIBLE at commercial auditions (I'm very much a narrative actor, and generally dislike commercials, but the auditions I've been getting are basically just "stand there, show us your hands, look hot, and show us a fun dance move" - I never book those). 2. I really don't want to work on anything non union, and I'm in the union for that reason. I don't care if I audition less, I want to just focus on co-star auditions and television and film and short film work. ​ How do I tell my manager this without pissing her off that I'll be making "less money" for her then?
Hey there! My names Yusef. I’m and 18 year old aspiring voice actor. From the moment I finished playing Portal 2, I knew that I was destined to be a voice actor. Ellen McClain and Stephen Merchant were the two actors that pushed me to really put myself out there and try to accomplish my dream. After doing a few small time jobs and passion projects, I think I finally have enough experience to confidently put myself out in the field. Is this a good way to do it? Maybe, maybe not! But it’s free, and it makes sense to me. I am here to make myself available for any job, regardless of context, for a voice actor/voiceover for no cost to you. As much as I want to make this a lasting profession, I know you need to start small. And to put myself ahead of others, I am willing to work with anyone on my first job or project for 100% free. If you are happy with my work, we can discuss going into future business. But to give you a sample of what I have to offer, I will voice your project at no cost. I have a functioning microphone and have basic knowledge of how to work audio recording software. Thanks for taking tithe time to read this, and I look forward to working with anyone who reaches out!
I vaguely recall Jennifer Lawrence saying she sometimes worries she’ll cross a line when filming a sex scene. Made me wonder if someone could go too far in front of the camera? I know there are specific angles, fitted clothing, or tricks to keep actors safe and covered while still making the sex convincing, but I’m curious if you could ever go too far.
Canadian actors. How much is your agent taking from you? 10%? 15% 20%? I see that US agents are legally only allowed to take 10%. Curious.
As a new actor, I have a couple of questions about the above topics: When self submitting, do I use the resume with the logo and contact of my agency? The second and third point are kinda one and the same, I have a theme park job audition, and was wondering if I should be paying my agent for that as well?
Do you guys write a list of reasons why you’re an actor? Because sometimes I ask myself why I act and I genuinely can’t answer the question anymore because I’m so drained by it. I’ve resolved to write a list of reasons why it’s my career choice and I wanted to ask if this sort of strategy helped anyone else cope with a lack of motivation / energy. Thanks & hope everyone’s out there landing their dream roles!
I'm a Canadian actor recently moved to London and I'm looking into working on an accent to add to my natural Canadian and Standard American. It seems like Received Pronounciation has gone out of fashion as an accent for actors and I've heard people say that productions are looking for something more in line with how people really sound. So now I've run into the problem that there's about a billion different accents in London alone and I have no idea where to start. Is Estuary English the one that is generally accepted as "Standard British" in terms of acting accents? Is there even such a thing as Standard British? In addition, I'd love any word of mouth recommendations for people's favourite dialect coaches! Zoom is fine but I'd prefer face to face. Thanks everybody!
I'm finding that I can't seem to focus and enjoy films, as I tend to constantly analyse the acting. I have a hard time separating the actor from the character. Does anyone have any advice on how to let go of noticing the acting, and just enjoy the film?
So I’m still pretty new to the industry and before I go out for auditions/agents I want to get as much training as I can to really know what I’m doing and be as prepared as I can be. I’ve taken 2 classes before and they’ve all been great but they are scene study focused. I kept hearing about Meisner and Chekhov throughout the classes and I think it would greatly benefit me to do a dive into their techniques. My question is: are there any good online courses I could take? My schedule is pretty tight right now so online is the most flexible for me. Even books you’d recommend for me? (Meisner/Chekhov related or anything for a beginner actor) Thank you all in advance!
I recently got an in-person reader to help me out with my auditions, but she’s been standing a bit too far off the camera. I never noticed it initially or realized that my eyeline should be as close to the camera as possible (I’m a new actor who just got an agent), but now I’m wondering whether my bad eyeline has “disqualified” me from all the self-tapes I submitted this month?
Whenever it says that my agent has submitted a self tape, it shows all of them submitted as a few hours after the stated deadline on Actor’s Access. Is the deadline I’m seeing a soft deadline on the part of my agent, am I submitting my tapes with too little of room to spare, or is my agent just submitting tapes late? Does this mean that my tapes will not be watched?
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