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Reddit by Troceraptor Jan 24th

I’m think about becoming a voice actor, should I?

Right now I’m almost 20 years old, and currently a Bio major, but I don’t know if I can keep this up. It’s seems as if I lost my prior motivation for coming to college in the first place. I’m honestly considering becoming a Voice actor. Because I not only...

Reddit by SwimGood22 Jan 24th

Can a non union actor perform in a SAG signatory project?

Have a short film with a SAG actor and non union actor both interested. Obviously, the project needs to be SAG signatory for the union actor to perform, but a, I allowed to use non union actors as well? My understanding is there’s a special contract drafted...

Reddit by Impossible-Salt-4940 Jan 24th

How does a first time feature director get a BAFTA winner, Emmy nominated actor Paul Mescal to star in her film?

I absolutely adored Aftersun, I’m just genuinely curious as to how Paul Mescal, who was an acclaimed actor, still somewhat up and coming in some regard I guess, gets attached to a small indie like this with a first time director. Anyone know? Like I said I’m...

Reddit by More_Nothing_1576 Jan 24th

First Chemistry Read (any tips)

Hey all I submitted a self tape for a supporting role in a sag short film and received a call back asking me to come in for a chemistry read with the other actors, i’m super excited but nervous at the same time, have any tips on how I should prepare?

Reddit by kdot954 Jan 24th

Cold Reads

What’s the purpose of them? I think they’re unnecessary. You’re not going to be unprepared when performing so why do it for an audition? I would argue it’s even worse because you can have an actor who would fit well for a role but because they can’t read...

Reddit by love_acting99 Jan 24th

A Fun Little Question: Pros and Cons of TV vs Film vs Voiceover

What are the things you like (pros) about each medium and things you're not a fan of (cons) about each medium? I'm mainly asking this as a fun little thing for everyone to contribute their point of view to. I love acting in any form (I'm currently a stage...

Reddit by Emergency-Charge7572 Jan 24th

I’m just starting out as a Voice Actor professionally and I made my first demo reel :) I was wondering what places on the web I could find some forums or something for look for voice jobs?

Reddit by CloseCry6 Jan 23rd

Has anyone taken beginner acting class from T. Schreiber?

Specifically the HAGEN, STRASBERG & MEISNER TECHNIQUE class with Pamela Scott? Beginner actor who acted in middle and high school a lot but not anymore. ​ I plan to take this and Barrow Group at the same time since I don't get any online exposure...

Reddit by StudentLukaB Jan 23rd

Any recommendations on expert literature covering cold (prima vista) reading for actors?

Hello, I’m looking for some professional literature (books, articles, studies, etc.) on theatrical cold reading. I’m not as interested in finding ways to learn to read a specific text or monologue in order to prepare it well for an audition or a performance...

Reddit by Internal_Argument673 Jan 23rd

Is it possible for amateurs to get casted in professional theatre, or is training a requirement?

Sorry if this is a bad question, but can do professional theatre even if someone has no training and little experience? Also, is a professional theatre actor simply a paid actor, or is there something else that specifically makes someone be considered a...

Reddit by Saaaintniiiick Jan 23rd

Ethics of nude scenes

Got a self tape for a non union indie and although the breakdown said ‘some nudity’ I really wasn’t expecting full frontal nudity in the sides. Now obviously I’m not about to strip for a self tape, but I really don’t know about why non union productions would...

Reddit by hrsfdss Jan 23rd

need advice for my first audition

so basically i 16f submitted for a role on actors access, my first time ever submitting for a role (I literally snuck to Walmart and bought a prepaid visa and did this behind my mother’s back lol). I got the email this morning that I was selected for an eco...

Reddit by Oxtheoutlier Jan 23rd

Any fellow actors based out of NY want to work together on scenes for a reel?

Since a lot of acting is reacting, I had the thought of why not take the initiative and film some scenes with partners. I think collaborating with other actors on a a couple short scenes would be more beneficial for development than just monologues or an...

Reddit by skimasklockedin Jan 23rd

Casting sites

When you get an agent do you still have to pay for Casting networks, Actors Access, Casting frontier?

Reddit by Revolutionary-Pear62 Jan 23rd

Where to Start? Interested in Anime or Games Voice Acting

Hi everyone, I'm 28-Male and hoping to become a voice actor in Anime English dub or Video Games. I have no experience in voice acting but it's something that I really want to do and I think I have a pretty decent vocal range. Any advice on where to start or...

Reddit by CrazyVegetable3187 Jan 23rd

Would it be weird/rude to ask actors in callbacks if they're interested in reading for a different role as well?

I'm in a predicament in which I have a ton of people who auditioned for the two male leads and there are four actors for one of the leads that I REALLY like and three for the other that I REALLY like. The problem is that I can only hire two of them. However...

Reddit by what2dotoday Jan 23rd

Thinking of doing a career consultation - any suggestions for online/NYC based services?

I really feel like I've been spinning my wheels for the past 2 years. I booked 1 co-star 2 years ago and haven't booked since. I'm constantly in class and meeting CDs, getting consistently good feedback, but still nothing, and now my auditions have started to...

Reddit by throwawaythrowsthrow Jan 23rd

How do you deal with getting callbacks but NOT booking?

I consider myself a pretty good actor. I have the credits and the training to back it up, I'm constantly in classes and I feel like I'm improving every month. For where I'm at in my career, I feel like I'm doing well. But I am going crazy with getting...

Reddit by hannahmitch777 Jan 23rd

At what point realistically do you think someone should give up?

It’s always been my dream to be an actor, but unfortunately I think it’s time to give up. I’m sure some people will say never give up, and some will think me quitting now is over due so I’m curious what everyone’s thoughts are. I started acting at 13, spent...

Reddit by Tugbot4 Jan 23rd

What websites can you make a voice actor profile to see if you can get picked up as a VA?

I am currently working and about to go to college, but really want to try acting/voice acting so where can I post a public profile to see if maybe someone will pick me up or show interest?