Hi! I'm a high school senior looking to start building up a resume with credits from student films and non-union roles. I have a few months till I can get on a college campus and start making irl connections with students and staff, including theatre and filmmaking groups. But my problem is that I have this "go, go, go" mentality right now and feel like I need to start building up my credits as soon as possible. I'm not really satisfied with any of the roles or opportunities that I've seen online on Actor's Access or websites like Backstage, either because I'm not qualified enough for some of them or because the casting call doesn't match my demographic. Should I just wait till I start college to build up my resume and continue going to classes and building my skills till then? I know that this journey should not and cannot be rushed, so I don't want to force myself to start off now. But I have some kind of fear that my "youth" will start fleeting or that I'll regret not working during these few months before school starts again. If anyone has dealt with a similar situation or similar thoughts, please let me know. I'd rather find comfort by relating to someone else's experience than going back and forth in my head.
I went to an agency audition and I got a call back to come back tomorrow, although I would also have to pay to take classes with them. Also I know agency’s usually don’t require you to pay anything first. I’m not sure if I’m allowed to say the agency, but they do have real actors. So basically I want to know if it’s a scam or not before I pay anything.
Hi, I’m an actress that just recently got signed to one of the biggest and best agencies in my city. I’ve had my agent for a little under a month and have been sent three auditions, this currently audition being my third. The subject matter of the film (without giving too much away) is a character that grew up sexually abused by their uncle and didn’t speak up, until they ran away. This story is triggering to me, however it is my third audition and I was warned against rejecting the audition by my coaches because of the stature of my agency and not wanting my agent to have a negative perception of me. The two auditions I was sent, I was given a day and a half essentially to get done and I responded timely with those. I’m asking if I am able to reject the audition or if I should just suck it up and do the role to not risk being potentially dropped by my agency.
I just recently turned 26 and I’m at a point in my life where I want to drop everything and give my all in order to get into the show business game. My whole life, I’ve always wanted to be an actor and be on the big screen but was told that I’d never make it because not everyone does and you have to be really good. I gave up on the dream a long time ago and ended up going to college to get a degree in biomedicine in hopes of becoming a doctor. I’ve had multiple jobs after college and have never been fulfilled and I find the countless hours of studying and grinding to be tedious when it’s not something that fulfills me. I’ve been working doing cancer research for the past two years but I feel so drained and I’m not happy at all… I want to drop everything and pursue my actual dreams of becoming an actor but I don’t even know where to begin. And I feel so old already, I feel like you really have to get into the game early on or you run into a dead end. Where do I even begin? Do you think it’s possible for me with no experience other than being in musicals and plays in the past? Does Hollywood really want a 26 year old with no actual show bizz experience. Please help!
I'm a struggling comic actor in LA and I have sitcom ideas for projects that I'd like to produce. I don't want to around for someone to hire me for a sitcom. I want to realize them and collaborate with other actors on them I'm just not sure how do I go about doing that. I know Fleabag was a one woman play before it became a series. I wonder how I'd go about doing something like that?
Hello, I am 18 and I have no experience in acting or acting knowledge. I’ve always had some type of interest since I was young but never got into it. Now I’m on my way to college as a business major but I’m not sure if that’s my route. I’m attending to ASU and studying business. I however what to act and be in movies/shows and what. Yes I know that requires talent and practice and I want to see if I’m capable of doing that. My problem now is I have no idea how to start. I heard film school at colleges are not the route as they teach you how to move the camera but not be on it. I’m not sure if you get what I mean. Should I still attend to college and on the side take acting classes? What should I do? How do famous actors on Netflix and what not get their auditions? Please let me know.
The Actors Studio West is not currently accepting auditions. Anyone have any experience with studios in LA that are comparable in format? Essentially, I want a space that I can work on plays as well as screenplays.
Hi guys. I just came here to tell you that I’ve discovered my passion for acting and I’m going to go to the US to work hard on fulfilling my dream of becoming a drama film actor. It’s actually impossible rn, cause I’m from Ukraine and I don’t need to tell you what’s going on here. But so far, me and my family are safe. In times like these and under constant threat to your life you start to think about your life story and what was the thing you didn’t do although you’ve dreamt about it. What dream did you block just to work in marketing for 4 years and realize that you don’t like it at all. And that’s how, on the third month of war I’ve realized that I need to go to the US and start my acting career if I survive. It’ll definitely be a struggle, but I owe myself to give it a try and work hard on it. So now I want to tell everybody who’s feeling down or thinks you can’t do it anymore although it is your biggest dream — don’t give the fuck up. If the only think that distracts me from the actual war and rocket strikes on my city is my dream to become an actor and I make my first steps for it even in these conditions — then you have no excuse for giving up and forfeiting your dream. Keep grinding guys, you motivate me as well. Standing together ✊
Hey there, So I'm a recent transplant from the LA area (I know, I hate me too) to Providence, RI. I'm getting the lay of the theatre-land in a few days from a local actor friend of a friend, but was curious about the film/tv/voiceover/commercial scene! Some questions: What casting sites do you use? Also, why do you use what you use? I abandoned Casting Networks before moving because all it seemed to have is non-union work. I have representation and will be pursuing a Boston agent, but I like to submit myself regardless. Currently I just have Backstage and Actors Access. I've signed up with Slate Casting to receive their notifications, and know about Boston Casting and Paradice. Any thoughts on Casting in general? I primarily work as a VO artist: Any thoughts on local VO casting or VO? Lastly, any thoughts in general on how to approach this region? I'm a little burnt out on taking classes and building a community that way, but would appreciate any other ideas on how to get to know the community. I'm definitely going to be checking out some theatre relatively soon. Thank you!
Extras Management and Face2Face are the largest calling services in LA. Some people swear one of them is better than the other at getting union actors background work. Some others say it doesn't matter since they submit you to (mostly) the same jobs. I figured we should have a poll to find out. Note: This is only for SAG-AFTRA union background actors. Non-union work is completely different and would deserve it's own poll. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/ueoqb7)
Any websites or instagrams I can stay updated with? For example @jv8inc or Mindy Kaling.
I recently got signed with an agent, but I want to continue finding roles myself. The issue here is that everyone keeps saying "Backstage," the thing is I've been on Backstage for awhile and have done 5+ student films there, which is what got me my agent. I want to look for some bigger stuff that might actually make it to a film festival, or an indie film... basically a credit that CD's might actually take seriously. The issue is I'm not sure how to find them other than waiting for my agent to send me auditions? Alot of people has said Actor's Access, but from my experience that has only been good for SAG projects and the such for older age-ranges or less common/very specific characteristics. I'm a 20y old girl who can definitely play 18 under, and other than student films, Actor's Access doesn't have that many good opportunities. Is there anywhere else I can find auditions for films that may not be for huge streaming networks, but aren't student films or small non-union shorts that will most likely never make it or be submitted to a festival?
I think one of the hardest things about being in this industry is that I am always comparing myself to other actors who are my age. Even though I try to remind myself that my time will come and to continue working hard on developing my craft, I can find myself in a rabbit hole of IMDB and Wikipedia pages looking at other people's career trajectories. One thing I find myself getting really jealous about is child actors, who had the time and parents to pursue this career sooner and now are just cruising instead of having started in college like me. Does anyone have advice to give, words of wisdom, or a way to get a perspective change on how to stop being jealous of successful actors who started in their teens?
Im doing an assignment for college and we are asked to investigate usual pathologies in the mouths of actors caused by the profession I can't find any directly linked so I thought if any of you could give me a hand by sharing your experiences
I’ve been wanting to hang with actors who are passionate and help each other out with auditions and filming scenes to build each other’s resume. Hangout and talk about movies and shows. I went to IDSA and Anthony Meindl drama and I would like to connect with others who’ve been in a drama class too!
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
I'm just interested to know how many Indian voice actors are here And how much do you charge? for some projects
Hi, I live in a very small town I'm Missouri and I've been thinking of making a mockumentary about a fake disease in this town because the town is mostly obese and everyone walks with a waddle the term for the disease in the movie is "the carthage waddle" I'm looking for people who are somewhat obese and have a good sense of humor that would do fake online interviews about this "disease" I'm a minor so I don't have the biggest budget but you would be paid a small amount I'm still in the script stage so it could be months down the line PM me if you're interested in hearing more. Thank you.
As actors, what do you set your Facebook page to "Public" (everyone in the world can view your posts w/o being your FB friend) OR "Private" (Only friends can see what you post) I'm not too sure what Casting Directors would want to see ? because I'm almost certain the look us up on FB (but, I could be wrong)
I heard this episode from one of my favorite acting podcasts last night it's hosted by a casting director who runs a successful studio in LA, she often gives advice and interviews all the top casting directors etc. When I heard this one I really felt I needed to share it with you guys. a must listen for anyone who may be feeling fed up with self-taping or depleted as an actor in the post covid industry. I know I am. ​ [https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1hY3RpbmctcG9kY2FzdA/episode/ZWVlYzFhN2MtMDJmZC00NGQ5LThkNWUtMGJmZTNmN2YyMjY5?hl=en&ved=2ahUKEwiv9r7W4bf3AhVZj4kEHe9YAfkQieUEegQIChAI&ep=6](https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy50cmFuc2lzdG9yLmZtL3RoZS1hY3RpbmctcG9kY2FzdA/episode/ZWVlYzFhN2MtMDJmZC00NGQ5LThkNWUtMGJmZTNmN2YyMjY5?hl=en&ved=2ahUKEwiv9r7W4bf3AhVZj4kEHe9YAfkQieUEegQIChAI&ep=6)
Just wondering if anyone has some insight to whether casting directors watch/view ALL the submissions for national/international casting calls, specifically on breakdown services/actors access. As I’m unrepresented, and though I will submit to these, I feel like it is a shot in the dark. Recently sent a self tape for a feature that was an open call to the US and Canada, and I thought I did really well, but I doubt the CDs from LA will even see me.
**Yale & Actors Equity Questions** ​ 1. Do all Yale MFA graduates get membership in Actors Equity? I see it's listed on the website, but I'm a bit confused by the paragraph below. *"Yale Repertory Theatre serves as an advanced training center for the program. All Acting students work at Yale Rep as understudies, observing and working alongside professional actors and directors. Students may be cast in Yale Rep productions during the season, depending upon their appropriateness to the roles available. Through work at Yale Repertory Theatre, those students who are not members of Actors’ Equity will attain membership upon graduation."* ​ >2. Does this mean that you have the option of working at the Yale Repertory Theatre or is it mandatory? I'm only asking as it says students will attain membership of actors equity upon graduation. I don't want to be stuck in a Union as soon as I graduate, it would be much more beneficial for me to build experience in Film/TV in Non-Union roles and eventually join SAG-AFTRA down the line. ​ >3. If it is mandatory, do Actors Equity members have to only act in Union projects? I know how it works in SAG-AFTRA but not really AE. Plus, is Actors Equity only theatre? If you do have to work in union only projects, does that only apply to theatre? Or do you have to work in union only projects for film/tv too like SAG-AFTRA. ​ **Tuition & Degree Questions** ​ >4. I'm also a bit confused by the free tuition for the David Geffen School of Drama, on the website it says the $150 million gift makes those programs tuition-free, but on the tuition and general expenses page, it still says tuition is $34,800. ​ >5. Is it worth it to get an MFA from Yale? I mean this in terms of gaining connections, networking, and overall just having a better chance of being noticed by agents, casting directors and large auditions? Obviously I know the learning experience is fantastic, but I mean it more in a business sense. ​ >6. Julliard or NYU Tisch School of Arts? (Bachelor of Fine Arts) ​ >7. Does Julliard or NYU Tisch have better financial aid? I definitely think the tuition at NYU is much more expensive compared to Julliard. Doing a simple net price calculation on Julliard brought the total down to like mid 40's for tuition and all the other costs. (including financial aid). Not sure about NYU since they don't really have a calculator or information about how much they usually give for financial aid.
Something has always kept me away from really pursuing acting. I can’t stay away from it and I’m in an acting class now that’s been super transformative and helpful but I still get SO NERVOUS and anxious before acting. I always think it’s not meant for me because of how nervous and shy I get, even tho I really love it. Also another small thing is I’m pretty insecure and self conscious about how I look. I’m trying to change my thinking About it but sometimes those dark thoughts tell me I’m not pretty enough to be on screen.
In order to develop very specific mannerisms for a certain role do actors try to find real world examples to study? How? How do you track down a person with the mannerisms you’re looking for or the emotions of a very specific situation you’re looking for? Thanks very much
[Some voice over things I've made](https://voice123.com/voice-actor/lukescoop/editable/demos/luke-meacham-s-voices-pt-1/529487#view?vref=93FM91HS) Still pretty novice at this. Just looking for any constructive criticism people can offer. I'm about two years into this whole thing and I'm about to take an "introduction into acting" class in early May.
Hi, I'm looking for some good two-actor-scenes and monologues for a workshop. Ideally something that feels contemporary and hip (doesn't matter when it was actually written). It can be any type of scene (funny, intense, anything), I only care that it is well written and entertaining for others to watch. I realize this is a wide open question but I'm Just looking for suggestions from others who might have already cherry picked some great scenes and monologues. Thanks in advance!
I'm living in Thousand Oaks atm, and I'm taking stage combat classes in Burbank, but I'd like to get back into taking regular acting classes as well. However, I'd like to avoid driving to LA as much as I can, since it's really wearing on my gas money. Does anyone know of any classes they'd recommend in areas west of LA (like Woodland Hills, Calabasas, etc.)? I'm looking for something targeted toward adult film and television actors - right now, I'm only finding local theaters who occasionally do classes, or kids' acting classes.
What acting classes in SF do you recommend for a beginner adult actor?
I received my first in-person audition appointment in a long while today thru Actors Access. It was scheduled for next week, I confirmed, etc Went back to check the appointment a few hours later and saw the message “Casting has amended the schedule. This current request is no longer active” Does this mean I got uninvited? Or possible that they’re rescheduling everyone’s auditions? No communication at all from the CD. I once had an ecocast invite rescinded after I declined since I was no longer available for the dates, but the language there was different from this message, so not sure what to make of it
So to give you a small amount of context, where I live (Australia) we are constantly bombarded with gambling ads. It's fair to say that one in every three ads I encounter are gambling ads due to how much sport and YouTube i watch. Well, my agent sent me through a really fun ad brief. It was to do with sports betting, sure - but without getting specific, it would be a fun little, probably recurring character role, that would pay very well for each appearance. If I did three or four of these ads, I'd likely be able to afford to move overseas or enter the property market. I got through to the point of it being offered to me and I just... I just couldn't do it. It was like this revulsion came over me. Knowing that I was contributing to a sick industry, weaponising FOMO, and contributing to the addiction issues of many in my country. So when it came down to accepting the offer, I called my agent and said I couldn't do it. He said good on you, totally your call - but I know I've just cost him a good chunk of change too. He said I had some family issues come up, but the director of the commercial is a friend of a friend and reached out to me personally to say that he would *delay the shoot* as best he could in order to work with me, that's how much he loved my tape. That's when I told him the truth. And then he left me on read. It's not like it's going to be hard to find another actor for the part, and it's not like it's next week - the shooting day was proposed to be late June. Im doing okay financially, but everyone I've spoken to has said that someone else is going to fill the role, so why not just do it yourself and take the money. But I can't do it. I firmly believe that having principles up until the moment it doesn't suit you means you never had those principles. Everyone I've spoken to has told me I made the wrong call. I'm being brow beaten and teased for it. Nobody in my life has unilaterally said that I made the right call, and I feel terrible. I have enough gigs running concurrently atm to pay the bills, but this would've kept me afloat for a long while - I wouldn't be worried about where my next job is gonna come from for once. I feel genuinely quite down that I'm not getting supported for this. It just feels horribly lonely.
I literally have no experience in acting, but i want to be an actor, i work as a crew but ive got the role. But i dont have much time, how to get ready? Anything i can do?
I recently got booked and worked as BG in a commercial. I believe this was a Union project, or at least the principal actors were Union. However, I was a Non-Union BG. The producer booked me basically the night before the shoot, so there wasn't much in the way of signing documents. Just an email paper trail of my booking and call (and my rate, which I had to specifically ask for). Usually I get paid for BG roles within two weeks. Was I spoiled by this timeline? Because now it's been three weeks since the shoot, and I've heard absolutely nothing from them. The part that worries me is that they don't even have my address, or tax information, or anything. They couldn't send me a payment even if they wanted. I sent the producer a follow-up email last week, but he hasn't responded. I've seen some people say that sometimes you get paid 3-6 months later for commercials. That sounds... unethical at best, and hopefully against some labor law. But maybe not. What can I do in this situation, or do I just keep waiting?
Hi all, I’ve been asked to do an interview for an internship working for a major network to potentially work in casting. The internship will be a little over two months so I won’t be working at that job permanently, but I wanted to prepare myself for potential interview questions. The questions I have is that do you think casting directors would be skeptical if I were to say I also wanted to pursue acting. I’ve heard the best way to make connections in the industry is to work for talent agencies and at casting offices, so that was *partially* the reason I applied for the internship. I wanted to take acting classes anyway because I feel like regardless, potential casting directors should have a bit of acting knowledge aside from watching movies and TV. I don’t want to directly say that I want to be an actor in the long run, but I would like to know what goes on behind the scenes so I know what casting directors are looking for exactly. I’ve heard that this is the way to go to help with your acting career but I’m interested in hearing other opinions. Thanks!
I absolutely love playing a bad guy, anything from a deep gritty voice, chaotic evil, manic cold and calculating. I have quite the range and I'm up for anything! I have time to do a few projects for free so PM me!
Hi! I'm a college comedian and I came up with the idea that a target of one of my jokes just hauls off and Will Smiths me. (He's actually a member of the group I'm shitting on.) Except, he's not an actor or anything—I'm messing with one of the athletic teams. How do I get him to convincingly slap the shit out of me without hurting me?
I apologize if this is a dumb question, I'm new into the acting world. I plan to study other career at college but I still want to be a professional actor if I get to manage my time well. I'm currently on an acting school. Is that level enough or those received from theater are more prioritized? Or is it just the quality of your acting perfomances and having a good manager? I know I may have the possibility to study theatre after the other career and going to a theatre college is totally worth it, I would love to go, but still I would like this doubt to be cleared, thanks!
first post here! I’m currently working on my demo reel for voice acting. My agent sent me a few commercial samples to include but i’m also planning on doing two monologues with a lot of character for video game or animation work i’m wondering if it’s ok to just take a monologue from an existing game? i’ve found generic sample things online but there’s one piece from a video game that fits me well but i’m curious if casting directors wouldn’t want something that’s already been done by another actor? any help is appreciated!!!!
Is there any way to stop this from happening?
Since my last post here, a lot of you have been very helpful in guiding me. I’ve been looking at different Facebook groups to casting calls for short films and small productions. To be clear, Im not going for money at this point, but experience and networking. I’m finding a lot of casting calls that offer IMDB Credits, in addition to, or instead of payment. As a starter, I’m not an actor yet, should I even care about IMBD Credit or is that something that will help me down the road?
I’ve always been interested and curious about acting but my parents never let be because they never thought it was realistic. Now I’m 21 on my own. Yesterday I took a free trial acting class and I really liked it. We did this commercial practice and it felt right and very natural. Then I saw myself on video and I looked genuinely excited and happy to be promoting xyz product. My teacher said I had talent and I’d get an agent eventually. He sounded so certain and confident in me. My only concern is that if I invest in this and it doesn’t work out then I’m wasting my time. Obviously I want to make it big, I know that’s hard to do but im willing to work if it eventually pays off in the end. What is Hollywood looking for? I heard that who get hired are unique and memorable. I have a unique name, 4’9, I look it younger than I am and people have told me I’m incredibly charming and charismatic. Based on my looks/description do you know if there’s a chance of me becoming an actress?
Background info: I'm an international student, and my parents are paying my tuition. My options for US schools are NYU (Tisch- Drama) and Boston U (college of communication). My end goal is to be an actor, although I want a backup plan in case that doesn't work out. NYU tisch has been my dream since I was really young and I can't believe I managed to get in. I didn't apply to BU for drama because, simply put, my parents wouldn't even consider paying for a school (especially overseas) if it wasn't extremely prestigious for drama. So I didn't even bother applying, and instead applied for communications, which would be my choice of career field if acting really doesn't work out. I didn't get aid for either school, although with NYU there's still possibility to negotiate which I'm in the process of doing now. (BU doesn't offer aid to internationals at all besides the merit ones which are only offered to like 20 kids, of which I was not one). Assuming I don't get aid for NYU, the cost of tuition will be about the same for both schools, although of course the cost of living in NYC will be more. Basically, the commitment date is May 1st (this sunday) and my parents are really pushing for BU. They haven't ever been keen on me pursuing acting, and I guess that's fair because of how risky it is. If I do go to NYU I plan to double major with MCC (Media, culture, communications) as a backup career for if acting doesn't work out. However, my parents want me to go to BU for comms and double major with business, forgoing acting/ drama. I'm really not willing to give up acting entirely, but I figured maybe at BU I could do community theatre, work for free, attend summer programs at NYC studios like Adler and Strasberg, and still build some sort of connections, all while getting 2 degrees that would pretty much set me up for a good corporate job. With an F1 study visa as an international, I can't work paid jobs that are outside the scope of my major, meaning I wouldn't be able to do any paid acting jobs while in college. But at NYU it's not like I can really audition tons and do acting jobs while in school? (Unless I somehow get an agent and book a job while in school, I would take a semester off, but what are the chances of that?) I know I would have a great time at BU, it seems like a great experience, but I'm just scared that I'm giving up the once in a lifetime opportunity that is Tisch, and I might really regret it. So my questions is: Is NYU Tisch worth it? Or can I gain similar training and connections by going to summer programs in NYC, doing community theatre/ joining theatre clubs at BU, and working for free in Boston? This would make my parents happy, and maybe give me a more stable life? But am I missing out if I go to BU instead, and will it severely impact my acting career?
Thank you all so much! I feel like I’m a terrible actress but I also have terrible anxiety so a brutally honest person who will tell me if I suck would be amazing!
I had an experience last week on a set where I was frustrated because I couldn't tell how I was doing. All I knew for sure, was that the goals I set for myself were accomplished during each take (which is really all that an actor has control of during a performance). Knowing this, a friend sent this quote to me and I thought I would share it with all of you. It's Martha Graham's words of advice to Agnes DeMille. “There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time. This expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, nor how valuable it is, nor how it compares with other expressions. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open. No artist is pleased…there is no satisfaction whatever at any time. There is only a queer, divine dissatisfaction. A blessed unrest that keeps us marching and makes us more alive than the others.”
So I am taking an acting class next semester but have also been applying to roles that don't require experience. I have a few questions about some general stuff. \- I know actors need headshots but like how do I know what kind of headshots I should take. The ones I have right now look like mugshots lmao. \- Best way to practice? I have normally just been running lines with my brothers, but I have been thinking about recording myself and reviewing my body language and speech (anything else I should do?) \- How do I make an acting resume? Is it like any other resume? Or do I make a link in or something? Or do I not need one? Because I know you need to show headshots, and video reels, so how does that work. \- Any other advice would be appreciated thanks in advance!!
Hi, I submit alot to Actors Access on projects that aren't student films and I assume are more competitive. I have tried to maximize the algorithm by adding slate shots, including a reel, etc. etc. However, I'm wondering how much time plays a factor in whether agents will see it? For example, if its posted at 4PM but I submit at 6PM, is it likely to get lost? What are some other algorithm hacks to ensure your submissions are being seen?
(FOR REFERENCE: I'm Canadian so the CD/actor relationship is slightly different than my American friends here) My friend who is unrepresented and starting their career has mentioned they have reached out to casting directors to just have chats with them, get insights into the industry and what they could be doing in their journey so far. I want to do this, not because I feel like my agent doesn't do enough but because I feel like I could learn a lot and get to know CDs I have not been in the room for, for one reason or another. Is this a sneaky thing to do? I know it's technically an agent's job to do this and pitch me to CDs.
Basically, with the pandemic being a dick and my having genetic vulnerabilities that make me nervous even though I'm vaxxed, I don't know that I would be able to attend these lessons in person once the case numbers start going up again in my area. It's been a couple years since I've performed, and I want to get back into it but I'm rusty. This theater is small but it's solid -- it's really well-known and has hosted some pretty high-caliber actors and amazing shows over the years. They do good work, but even without the remote issue I still feel like I'd just be some amateur with delusions of grandeur forking over money to stroke my own ego. Still wanna do it though. Would having to do some of the work (if not all for the time being) over Zoom or something be defeating the purpose? For what it's worth, I'm very interested in film as well as theater, so the format wouldn't necessarily bother me as long as whoever's directing me is fine with it.
I’m going to lay out my current understanding of the process of becoming “an actor”, please tell me realistic, or far from reality I am. I just signed up/applied for a couple acting agent:agencies, with zero prior experience in acting. I’m expecting that I won’t get an audition for a year or more, and most likely won’t get an actual acting role for many years, the number I’m imaging is 10 years. Of course there’s always the possibility of landing the dream role very early on, but I can’t go “all in” and leave everything to travel to different cities for auditions, so I try to keep that out of my head. I’m expecting it to be more of a “once in a while” sort of thing, rather than a consistent part of my schedule.
As an actor, does anyone else find themselves being immersed in a show/film, and crying at an amazing performance, but sometimes it’s not just the performance that makes me cry, but the idea of acting in that moment, the idea of reaching into that deep place to bring out such emotions, can make me cry. Does that happen to anyone else?
Hello! I just watched a movie where I thought the acting wasn’t bad nor outstanding good. But in the reviews there are many people remarking the bad acting. (Film: The Utah Cabin Murders). Sure, maybe the acting was bad, but there have been several other movies where people complain about acting where I can’t point out why they think it’s bad? It’s as if everyone else notice bad acting but me, and it makes me curious what I’m missing lol
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