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  1. Backstage by Gladstone Feb 28th

    Finding Monologues for Reel

    I'm looking to put together a basic self-tape reel to at least have something to show off my skills, but am looking for material. What's the best resource(s) for finding 1-3 minute monologues? My background: male, late 20's/early 30's. I already have some...

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  2. Reddit by MidnightSensation Feb 28th

    Seriously what's my first step?

    I've been contemplating becoming an actress for years but have never really dived in because I live in Arizona and there's not a whole lot of opportunities but this is the year I stop making excuses and give it my all. I've considered acting classes from the...

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  3. Reddit by strugglingactress Feb 28th

    If anyone needs scenes from showfax let a girl know!

    Yes I pay the yearly $68 on showfax and I remember being a poor actress living off ramen not being able to afford audition scenes on showfax. So if anyone needs me to email them a specific scene message me and I can help out! Just trying to give back to the...

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  4. Reddit by ilIest Feb 28th

    Work as an extra? (game of thrones)

    So i recently signed up to an extra's agency - not thinking much about it. I received an availability check today for a list of dates from early March to late May - for Game of Thrones. I really want to do it, i feel like it would be an amazing experience...

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  5. Backstage by LoraleeTyson Feb 27th

    Branding help!

    Hi there, I'm working on defining my branding/type before getting new headshots and would love if you could complete this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/58JDMT9 If anyone else wants to do this, I'd be happy to complete your survey as well! Thanks...

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  6. Reddit by othermegan Feb 27th

    Is a Meisner class really worth it?

    Hi everyone! I’m not personally an actor, but my boyfriend is. He’s been taking Meisner classes for almost a year now. He seems really into it. He loves going to class and he’s even read all of Sanford Meisner on Acting (which is the first time I think I’ve...

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  7. Reddit by imodelz Feb 27th

    Modeling vs. Acting headshot

    Hey there! I'm a model looking to transition into acting. I know one of the first steps is getting a good headshot. Luckily, I have plenty of high quality photos, I just don't know if any will work as an actor's headshot. Here's the one I've been using...

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  8. Reddit by NYCactordude2018 Feb 26th

    just lost 2 agents due to being broke

    I’m hoping it’s not forever, and I know I can always get more, but I worked really really hard to get the breadcrumbs that I have. Because of the fact that I can’t survive financially in these bullshit survival jobs that dick you around non stop and refuse to...

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  9. Reddit by CombustibleOre Feb 26th

    Tips for projecting in more intimate productions?

    I’m in a play that is more intimate than I’m used to: I’m a lot closer to other actors, the content is more sensitive than usual, and it’s a lot more realistic than anything I’ve done before. The problem is, despite the intimacy of the play, it is being...

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