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Reddit by Opening-Race6586 May 19th

Are showcases from backstage a scam?

I always see that there are showcases on backstage titled like „VIP Agent/Manager Showcase“ where you perform for the industry professionals (via zoom) and get instant feedback. I looked through the list of agents attending and there are agents from very...

Reddit by voiceonscreen May 19th

What are the 6 most important parts of every voice actor's website?

What does your [voice actor website ](https://voiceonscreen.com/)need to include to help casting directors make their decision - and hopefully convince them to decide on you?...

Reddit by yjoan May 19th

My [23M] co-actor is my cousin sister [21F].

Our characters are each other's love interest. It's a short film. 15 minutes. Were based in Mumbai, India. The film is being made by our friends. We're all beginners, filmmaking enthusiasts. There are no intimate / kissing scenes, except one where were in a...

Reddit by MikhShql May 19th

How to deal with actor that personally identifies too much with character and wants to completely revamp portrayal?

How to deal with actors who identify too strongly with role? Hi All, I’m directing my first short film, which is a small one location shoot about a home invasion by an escaped felon. The entire film takes place between said felon and a work from home married...

Reddit by grassboxful May 19th

double booking

My kids are booked as COVID backup for commercial. shooting is on Wed. ( As back up so they don't need to go to the set unless other actors got covid positive results) Then I and one of the kid won an audition for another commercial as principal. That was...

Reddit by bigkinggorilla May 19th

Check your cMail! (actors access)

I signed in to Actors Access to upload some new clips and lo and behold I had 13 cMail messages from the past 8 or so weeks. I hadn't received a single email notification for any of these opportunities, most of which are no longer available. Yes, I...

Reddit by CameronTheCinephile May 19th

I take after villainous character actors, and one of my dream roles is the Devil (second only to Charles Manson). I took some dialogue from Viggo Mortenson's version, let me know if I sold it or not.

Reddit by goolosh7 May 19th

When to Quit Acting?

Before the mods ban this question I’m aware that only I can make this choice myself. I would however love some feedback from other actors who have thought about quitting or who have quit. There’s too much to say so I’ll keep it short and sweet: I’ve never had...

Reddit by ThirteenPizzas May 19th

Philadelphia tips?

Hi all, ​ I'm finishing up an MFA in the south (of America), and have decided to make a go of it in Philadelphia for at least my first year, for access to NYC and DC markets with the rent of neither. So far it's promising, and I haven't even moved yet!...

Reddit by Visual-Signature2020 May 19th

Practicing visualization to help with acting career

As I'm sure a lot of you know, visualization, is the practice of envisioning the end-state of your personal goals to help manifest them into reality - visualization obviously is super popular in acting. Actors like Jim Carrey, Will Smith, and Idris Elba have...

Reddit by KodaFromSpace May 19th

Trying to find a specific acting book

I remember reading an acting book a while back. I didn't get too far into it but there was a part where it talked about an actress filming something and she had to keep re-filming the scene because planes were flying overhead. She had to constantly cry as her...

Reddit by Ruebicks May 19th

I’m trying to get into voice acting, but idk if I’m too old

I’ve been wanting to act since I was 6 years old, but acting classes and stuff were too expensive, so my parents never put me in anything. Until now, I’m 15. My mom is trying to hire a teacher for me since we have a bit more money now, but I feel insecure bc...

Reddit by HPM89 May 18th

How are you guys staying ahead of the game?

So I keep my ear out there, and I’m privy to some insider information occasionally due to being on the other side of the camera in the industry. So my question is, are some of you vets out there telling your agent/managers about projects you’ve heard of, and...

Reddit by Bigbittytitty May 18th

I’m not sure if I’m being sensitive or if my agent is just rude.

I signed with my commercial agent about 6 months ago. I was fresh out of college and felt as though I needed to be signed IMMEDIATELY!!! I was super excited because I felt that the meeting went well but, over time I started to feel as though this may not be a...

Reddit by airjerthebear May 18th

Is he overreacting? Should I go to bat for her or leave her to her fate?

I opened a center a few years back for the town to have a community center. They have shows, festivals, concerts, etc. I basically run the venue. Anyways, I know pretty much everyone who gets the space personally. A guy who had it last weekend is a HS friend...

Reddit by MudOwn8574 May 18th

Should I audition for my local community theatre just for experience?

I have been so busy with seasonal work and traveling that I have not had the chance to perform or audition for anything. My local community theatre is holding auditions for a production of Rent this weekend. There will be a singing portion as well as a dance...

Reddit by watch1122 May 18th

What do you guys think when people say about auditions “it’s all in the text”?

I’m starting to think me focusing on creating memories for the character can be a waste of time…like is it better to lay off on the actor side a little bit and get on the writer’s side? AKA the story?

Reddit by BagHolder111 May 18th

ITALIAN ACTORS! Erasmus in Accademia Nazionale d´Arte Drammatica Silvio d´Amico

Hey everyone, I’m considering an erasmus exchange next year in the upper mentioned university. Does anyone have any experience with the schooling process of erasmus students there?:) Thanks a lot, I hope everyone is having a good time wherever you are! Best...

Reddit by Responsible_Will_819 May 18th

What do TV actors do if a baby misbehaves during a scene?

Do they memorize multiple versions of the same scene? Or do they just re-shoot it when the baby is calm again? I've always been curious.

Reddit by Freaklegion00 May 18th

Commercial Demo Tips

I'm going to get a Commercial Demo sorted out here shortly and am wondering if anyone has any thoughts on length, how many spots, how long should a spot be.... should I write my own copy or just pull something that already exists? Also if you're an...