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Reddit by HoeForCookieDough Apr 17th

What survival jobs can you NOT have when trying to be an actor?

I’ve seen articles saying what survival jobs you *should* have as an actor. Honestly, none of those jobs are jobs that I’d want to have anyway. I’d rather know what jobs I WON’T be able to have so that if I do pursue a certain survival job, I won’t be wasting...

Reddit by PendletonNerd Apr 16th

Should I sign up for SAG?

The following points involve my history with acting, SAG, and where I'm at with life. I've been going back and forth with getting the membership, due to the cost, but any input on what I should do would be greatly appreciated. ​ * I used to act in my...

Reddit by nyanya711477 Apr 16th

Auditioning on Backstage and Actor's Access?

Is getting the membership for both sites the way to build up my resume? I'm new to acting, but I've been taking some undergrad classes at my university to get some training. I don't have any credits, so I don't have a reel; But, I do have some headshots that...

Reddit by OcasioPorter2024 Apr 16th

looking to network with NYC based actors

currently auditioning mainly on co-star level for network / streaming shows, had a few series regular / recurring / guest reads, and couple weeks ago had a tape for Oscar winners, so im feeling pretty hot, even if I haven't broken through yet. 99% of my...

Reddit by Adamskii97 Apr 16th

Just started working on a new voice reel. I'm an actor with an interest in Audio Production so thought I could try my hand! Let me know what you think!

Reddit by fridaynightjones Apr 16th

Chinese American actor needed for role in audio play

I'm seeking a voice actor for a brief role in my audio play, The Other Side of Darkness. The project is a feature-length ode to both Seinfeld and the works of David Lynch. If anyone is familiar with @seinpeaks on Instagram, that's me. The character in...

Reddit by CuspChaser111 Apr 16th

OKAY CDs: DON'T LIE: How much does it matter for an actor to be with a top agent? Does it make a difference to you?

The other day I was talking to an actor friend (that wound up getting into Slamdance and Sundance), he said he wrote a short that starred an A-list celeb that agreed to do it. My actor friend said, "I hate to say it (my name), but it turned out I looked at...

Reddit by goodmorningcptahab Apr 16th

Beverly Hills Playhouse (@LA actors)

Anyone taken classes here? I have an interview with them next week and would love to hear about people’s experiences. Which level of classes did you take? Was it worth the monthly tuition? How did BHP classes differ from others you’ve taken? Overall feel of...

Reddit by BentlyZ Apr 16th

Advice for voice acting classes for a new actor

Hi I was wondering if folks can offer me advice on where/how I can get involved in a voice acting class for someone pretty new to acting. Not sure if classes are mostly on Zoom nowadays. I live out of my van and work seasonally so I’m not around major cities...

Reddit by Jellice_Jeers Apr 15th

Chrome extensions, or, ease of access

Hey all! I'm an actor new to NY and I'm looking to enhance my home base set up as I look for work/explore this new community. Any recommendations or ideas for chrome extensions or apps designed for actors? Thanks so much!

Reddit by Thatboy22 Apr 15th

How are you suppose to study your favorite actors?

All through school I heard you should steal from the best actors, and that you should study your favorite actors. I originally thought that mean consuming so much of your favorite actors movies. And hope unconsciously your subconscious picked up something...

Reddit by MKLDIA Apr 15th

NYC/Long Island this weekend - Actors M/F/All ages

Hello everyone, I’m shooting a 3min story for a 48hr film competition this weekend. Prompt will be released Friday evening and until then, I’d like to generate a short list of professionals who would be interested in working with me. I’m a creative developer...

Reddit by Awkward-Ideal Apr 15th

Lower number of opportunities for people who can’t do specific stuff (I.e intimacy, alcohol etc)

I didn’t really know how to phrase the title so I’ll try to explain it better here. I’m in no way a veteran or seasoned actor. I mainly look through actors access and backstage to see what roles and productions are out there. And I just see so many things...

Reddit by AutoModerator Apr 15th

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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...

Reddit by FedSmokrr Apr 15th

If I laugh naturally during arguments is it okay to do so during a scene that contains arguing?

Sometimes I laugh or smile when people say things that to me are absurd. I’ve had one teacher say yes it’s okay because that means your personally invested in the scene and the good stuff in acting is when the actor reveals himself in the role. I’ve had...

Reddit by Main-Ocelot Apr 15th

How To Create a Demo Reel When You Have No Footage?

Does anyone have experience with this? As a new actor who hasn’t landed any roles yet, how are you supposed to show off your acting skills when you have no previous roles to put together a reel? Is it okay/appropriate to find monologues online and film...

Reddit by TardisInterfaces Apr 15th

Actors who have gone back to school to get a BA

Has anyone gone back to get a BA in acting? I’m 24, and I want to spend time focusing just on acting and learning about the film industry. Or should I just work on private classes? I don’t have a BA now, and I see this as a way to get other jobs (ie teaching...

Reddit by The_BS_Commando Apr 15th

Divorced Actors of Reddit, looking for some guidance...

Background: I am an actor. I re-entered this profession a few years ago after a layoff. I decided I needed a change and wanted to go back to doing what I REALLY loved doing. Acting. I've been married for a little over 25 years. We have two kids. One is an...

Reddit by livinultralife Apr 15th

Should I submit to managers/agents even if I can’t work full time at the moment because of college?

(Female, 20, Asian American) I’m in the process of preparing my materials to submit to managers and agents. I have some commercial credits with big brands and training from well-regarded studios but no real TV or film credit. I have one more year left of...

Reddit by CaliforniaStoked Apr 15th

Is it okay to ask this in my agency meetings?

Hello! I recently submitted to a handful of LA Agency’s and heard back from a good amount of boutique agency’s. I’m looking for both theatrical and commercial rep and I do have some decent tv/commercial credits. Nothing mind blowing, but more then your...