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Reddit by lemmykoopaa Apr 14th

I never really feel like I'm in character

I'm a beginner actor, I am in theater school and I make my own movies, but I am annoyed by the fact that I never really feel like I'm in character. I try to prepare for when I'm acting (why my character says certain things for example) but it just always...

Reddit by Plastic-The-Bag Apr 14th

My 3 Tips That Work For Me In Voice Acting To Avoid Being A "Bad Voice Actor"

Hey Peeps! Hope your week is going well, today we are talking about what? Of course its voice acting but more specifically its some tips for intermediate voice actors, as the things i cover may seem simple because they really are. But head knowledge is...

Reddit by lexsynia1 Apr 14th

Actresses: To cut my hair or not to cut my hair?

Hello! I'm a 25(F) in Los Angeles and I'm Native American. I have long hair right now because I think it will help me get cast easier. I would really like to style my hair differently because I think it will make me happy but idk how it will affect my...

Reddit by coopersushi Apr 13th

What’s appropriate vs inappropriate to post on your social media if you’re pursuing acting professionally?

I’ve been wanting to post kind of showy pictures like this https://www.instagram.com/p/CMggHWbncfX/?igshid=1rb9qrdx6r18o or this https://www.instagram.com/p/CMfusa2gv44/?igshid=19mfaid7zq3dd or this https://www.instagram.com/p/CM0TTemM4jZ/?igshid=e0mckawh3oyd...

Reddit by GeoffreyOliver Apr 13th

Steps I Should Take Now Before Heading to LA

I'm an actor with a couple locally-filmed TV credits to my name [(IMDB)](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8413371/?ref_=tt_cl_t3). To make a long story short, I'm about to finally move out of my parents house and in with a friend nearby, and I might be starting a...

Reddit by NY_rando Apr 13th

My agent would only sign me exclusively but I checked the imdb pro/actors access accounts of the other clients on his roster and they aren't exclusive, is this normal?

Reddit by Hwbtwtdwh14 Apr 13th

Acting in England

As someone from England i feel as if there are less opportunities than if you were from America where it feels most of the best roles have been and will be. I wondered if anyone knew about how successful British actors got there break and got to America. Did...

Reddit by ExcitingRegister Apr 13th

What happens if an actor has a seizure while acting in a TV show/movie?

My last seizure was on Sunday, April 11th, 2021. I've had PLENTY of seizures this year, and I've been thinking about becoming an actor. What happens if an actor has a seizure while acting in a TV show/movie? I wonder because I heard that "seizures are...

Reddit by JuicyLemon360 Apr 13th

Is it enough to include on a resume?

So I've been recently reading and learning about the ActingClass subreddit and saw that it's claimed to be a free class for all actors. However, since actors post their dialogue or self tapes and get actual feedback from the teacher, does this mean that it's...

Reddit by _reubengames_ Apr 13th

Help for an Aspiring Actor: Age15

Hi, I want to become an actor (preferably on film and television), full time. Obviously it’s very very difficult to peruse, so I’m not saying it’s easy. However I would like someone to give me some tips on how to do it. I have this app named Backstage, which...

Reddit by nastell85 Apr 13th

Acting stories from normal actors

Check out the new subreddit r/ActingStories so hear about funny, crazy, on set or audition stories from actors trying to make it in the business.

Reddit by edarine Apr 13th

I’m 14 haven’t picked drama for my exams and want to be a actor am I too late

I was thinking about doing it at university but feel like I’m too late help

Reddit by TimPrice2 Apr 12th

How do known but not huge actors get most bookings?

I'm very curious how actors in the IMDB Star Meter range of 2,000 to 10,000 get most of their bookings. I'm sure huge stars like Ben Affleck and Aubrey Plaza must be directly sent offers constantly so they can usually just choose from those. For famous actors...

Reddit by CuspChaser111 Apr 12th

CDs? British Black Actors casted in Black-American Roles, Bollywood Actors casted in Indian-American Roles

Is there anyone in the casting community that can speak to this? I'm noticing this trend only snowballing. It is rare I see a US actor going overseas and getting parts but I am noticing the opposite is very much true. Do you have any intel as to why this is...

Reddit by benralphxox Apr 12th

NYC to Vancouver for Acting

I’m an American Actor with an agent in NYC. I was offered management rep in LA. I’m 24, and I have a few guest star credits.. but I definitely want to build more credits/a better reel before heading out to LA. It’s a city saturated with actors. There’s a ton...

Reddit by shugarshlong Apr 12th

Are actors naturally confident most of the time?

Im curious, as i today was in an acting class type thing, and i didnt actually talk but was preparing to talk because i believed i was. We ran out of time though, regardless, at first i was really shaking, this is what happens when the anxiety hits for me. I...

Reddit by MarieN1989 Apr 12th

LA Actors vs Atlanta Actors?

Is there a difference in how they’re perceived by the industry in terms of talent level, professionalism. I ask because I’ve heard various views this from industry pros, CDs, etc. I personally think LA actors are challenged a bit more as far as competition...

Reddit by CaliforniaStoked Apr 12th

Opinions on updating one Casting Service more over the other?

I wanted your opinion on this. I'm an unrepped actress in the LA market and exclusively use Actors Access more over LA Casting. I love Actors Access and I get all my quality auditions from there. LA Casting, in my opinion, is kind of trash. Nothing but music...

Reddit by nacho__mama Apr 12th

Acting on camera online classes you have enjoyed?

 Normally I would never do an acting class online but since I have left L.A  and do not have any plans to return anytime soon I have been considering it. I'm only interested in acting on camera classes where I can record the scenes. I was thinking it might be...

Reddit by shugarshlong Apr 12th

How can I avoid being part of the 98% of the actors who don't make it?

By make it, I mean who don't get a sufficient living from acting alone. i know how unlikely it is to make it, but i truly believe in myself and believe it's my calling. what are some tips you can give me to make sure im in the minority? its what i truly want...