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Reddit by kakcshi Apr 4th

Trying to get my foot in the door. Should I email the director?

There’s a very reputable theatre in my city that’s pretty hard to get work with. They’re known to hire actors from outside the state instead of using local talent. Anyways, they recently announced their season and they’re putting on a production of “Little...

Reddit by arugulaLamb Apr 4th

Taking acting classes but never feel like I’m improving?

How do you know if you’re actually getting better? Especially since this industry doesn’t reject people based on talent but also looks. I keep getting rejected, even for the small stuff. I know it’s part of the life of an actor. But how are you supposed to...

Reddit by 101teejay Apr 4th

Final Callback Questions for Director/Writer

I have a final callback later today after doing multiple auditions and need a little advice. The email states, "There will be no readings during this meeting. Instead we are sending you the full script, and want to hear your thoughts about the film, the...

Reddit by luanaut Apr 4th

How long do you think the casting process will take for this film I auditioned for?

I recently auditioned for my first high-paying acting job! A lot of people auditioned and I don't actually think I got the part, but I keep checking my inbox because the anticipation is killing me. Anyways, here are the details: The audition notice was sent...

Reddit by Spiritual_Invite1647 Apr 4th

If you’re non-union but you’re booked for a union job, is your pay any different?

For example: A Co Star one liner on a union network tv episode but the actor is non union. is the pay still SAG rates? Also, if booked this role, then are you immediately SAG Eligible?

Reddit by WFoxAmMe Apr 4th

Migraine, chronic illness, acting, and union benefits?

I'm just curious if/how SAG/AFTRA or the AEA supports actors with chronic illness. I have chronic migraines and occasional IBS. I can understand from a financial and deadline perspective that hiring actors will chronic issues is a liability, but I was curious...

Reddit by Advanced_Natural_197 Apr 4th

First callback for major film

I got a zoom callback for an audition for a high profile film. I am a teen actor and as a kid my only acting experience was in my local theater. My parents are extremely supportive and it wasn’t till 2020 when I got an agent. I have auditioned for many films...

Reddit by nianalfanboy Apr 4th

Actors Access

How do I add a submission note? Normally it appears when I press the role to add it to my cart but for this one it isn't.

Reddit by blackpink_fan101 Apr 4th

Is this a good idea?

Okay so yesterday I got some life-changing news. I have to wear glasses most of the times. I can see perfectly fine without them, but it's because I'm nearsighted in one eye so my other eye does too much work. i automatically panicked, because I want to be an...

Reddit by bbrn4 Apr 4th

Moving to Jefferson Park? Smart move for an actor new to LA?

Hi guys! I'm apartment hunting and found a good deal on a place in Jefferson Park. Is this career suicide for an actor? I'm also a female, so concerned about safety. But the apartment is just south of the 10 and right under mid-city. The price is so much...

Reddit by iJuanAyala Apr 4th

I’ve got Candance Nicholas-Lippman (Blindspotting), Martin Martinez (Magnum PI) and Jesmille Darbouze (Broadway’s A Doll’s House) on my podcast “Actors With Issues” this week! Any questions? Comment them below!

Reddit by Big-Comfortable8462 Apr 4th

Does any have intense boy-girl scene recommendations for acting class?

Looking for a very intense scene recommendations between a boy and girl for my theater class. Please don’t recommend Gruesome Playground Injuries since that scene’s already been taken by other actors in class. Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate it!

Reddit by Evilsushione Apr 4th

Advice for a young aspiring actress

We live in a smallish (130k) town in Texas about 2hrs from DFW. My daughter (13) has caught the singing/acting bug, she has been in several musical theater productions locally and won a local singing competition. She is quite good. She wants to start...

Reddit by TheArmadilloKingg Apr 4th

PAID WORK. Voice actors for continuous weekly comics. I want to turn these 8 panel comics into reels with music & dialogue. Down below are examples, feel free to choose a comic to use for auditioning. Email and more details in comments. $20 per comic.

Stage 32 by Barry Culver Apr 3rd

Voice Acting and Losing your Voice

So as I near the close of finishing a demo reel for a character I’ve created, I ended up with a sinus infection that has caused my voice to become scratchy or gravelly (not in a good way). What steps do you all take while nursing a voice back to health? Tips...

Reddit by Rude_Structure6066 Apr 3rd

Do people in racial minorities have better chances of becoming a prominent actor?

If let’s say a Caucasian actor and a person of another color, like an Indian, had the same amount of talent (they’re both phenomenal) does the Indian actor have a better chance of becoming more prominent? I know this is like backwards racism in todays society...

Reddit by Practical-Fix9124 Apr 3rd

Commercial auditions

I probably just have a real “bad attitude” but I’m constantly being sent out by my manager for commercial auditions. I’m a theatre trained actor with a few tv/film credits and I know a job is a job is a job but I truly hate these auditions. I also have not...

Reddit by commsstudent Apr 3rd

Should I hold off on looking for an agent until my resume is more impressive?

I have around 8 projects under my belt so far - mostly short films, a mix of paid and unpaid, and mostly leading roles. So I have a pretty decent showreel + some great headshots. I have no problem getting a good amount of auditions myself from casting sites...

Reddit by alylaufeyson Apr 3rd

What's a good reason to start acting?

I am 17 almost 18 and I am more inspired than ever to be an actress. Sure I've had childhood dreams of being a famous actress and walking the red carpets like most, but everyone says you need to act for a good reason. I am currently watching the walking dead...

Reddit by chosen-username Apr 3rd

How can I say the prayer to Ctulhu without giggling?

Not an actor I am trying to say the prayer to Ctulhu each time I feed my cats, so that one day it will function as a way to call my cats. I can't do it without giggling or feeling embarrased. Even though I am alone in the house. How would an actor do it?