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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...

Reddit by Iuciferous Apr 12th

Action anime - voice actors needed

• plotline • in a dystopian world where artificial intelligence has caused a civil war, everything goes downhill when the prince of the royal family Haruka attempts to take his life and a mysterious man with a mask saves him during his attempt to rob the...

Reddit by rosenbelluci Apr 11th

Yale MFA/certificate degree

I’ve been considering applying to Yale’s graduate program in the near future and would like to know how hard it is to get in if you’re already a professional actor. I’m aware of how expensive it is, which is why I’d have to wait a few years to save some more...

Reddit by ozzborn586 Apr 11th

So I’m not a actor however I love the idea, how do I get past the worry of looking stupid? And would learning to act help my stand up?

Reddit by JayKumarRJ14 Apr 11th

77 Films to Watch (for filmmakers/ Actor)

I highly recommend watching these movies. Check out and let me know how many films you have seen? 1. Memories of Murder (2003) 2. Fight Club (1999) 3. Persona (1966) 4. Stalker (1979) 5. Bicycle Thieves (1948) 6. Schindler’s List (1993) 7. 8½ (1963) 8. Annie...

Reddit by Imnewhereokay1 Apr 11th

Curious

So I learned that on Actors Access you can pay extra to submit a headshot and resume to agents and managers for representation. Has anyone tried this? I’m curious if it’s worth it or not!

Reddit by Good_Consumer Apr 11th

Total noob question about background actors / extras appearances

I live in Vancouver and it’s been on my bucket list to be an extra. I’ve worked closely with Hollywood studios in my day job (anti-piracy) so I want to experience a set and to be able to say I’ve done it. Anyway, this is become a reality next week. I’ll be...

Reddit by Schlong_Jesus Apr 11th

If I was to be in a movie tomorrow with no acting experience, what is some advice you'd give me

I've been writing a film, but I need actors. I'll probably just use my friends, but note, none of my friends care about film or filmmaking. Meaning, they have no acting experience or interests, and they probably won't take their roles that seriously. What's...

Reddit by apws201 Apr 11th

What are some red flags for an acting job?

I auditioned and was offered a large supporting role in an indie film in the UK. It is paid at min. wage per hour. But since my casting there have been a number of red flags and was wondering whether they are valid or me overthinking? Very little...

Reddit by mynameisnotbecky1 Apr 11th

Rookie actor. Falling prey to picking apart every little movement, facial expression, and mannerism.

I heard that your supposed to let it flow naturally. But it’s hard because I wanna look convincing. I keep on judging my acting and saying “do this, raise your tone, don’t raise your eyebrows” etc. it’s good to be self aware but I think I’m overdoing and as a...

Reddit by writerwriterwrider Apr 11th

NYC Actors?

Hello! I am an actor and I hope to be moving to NYC soon. I have been looking at the FILM life over there and I feel like it constantly goes back to LA. I feel like NYC has defenitely has been a theatre place although I have looked through Backstage so many...

Reddit by pauleydsweettea Apr 11th

Sounding the same when you record

Hello, I'm not a voice actor, but I am trying to record a voice over narration. I read out the script, and a couple days later I needed to punch in to fix some parts. The problem is, my voice is like 2 octaves lower today for some reason. No matter how hard I...

Reddit by CryptoMrWhale Apr 11th

Need a voice actor to say something for me

Hello, looking for someone to help me with a small project. I need someone to read a quick 1-2 minute thing for me. I've never used this subreddit before, and don't know the prices, but we can discuss that! Please message me. Looking specifically for a male...

Reddit by RepossessedPreviz Apr 10th

Got a chance to pitch to a contact at CAA. Looking for actors for a hastily cobbled-together table read.

I'm a screenwriter, and I'm gonna get the chance to show my contact at CAA what I can do. So I'm dusting off an old project that I think is pretty funny. The thing is, I don't want him to actually have to read it or do any of that hard imagination stuff. So...

Reddit by Semantiks Apr 10th

What sort of paperwork etc does a US actor need if filming abroad?

I'm just wondering if there's anything specific beyond the usual travel documents, or if there's a specific visa involved, etc. ​ Most of my search results have been about international actors coming to the US so I thought I'd ask where I might find...

Reddit by appsbylynic Apr 10th

I created a FREE Android app to help actors discover stronger action verbs for your beats, or in other words HOW you're going to get what you want, which leads to better acting and more truthful performances overall

**NOTE: Link to download the app from the Google Play Store is in the comments!** If you're an actor worth your salt then you should already be intimately familiar with the idea of attaching *verbs / intentions* to your beats, or in other words **how you are...

Reddit by little-luna-knight Apr 10th

Can anyone be a voice actor?

Hi! As said by the title, I was wondering if anyone can be a voice actor. I want to try voice acting because of my love of videogames (League, Overwatch, Atelier, etc.) and I always really adored the voice acting in them. I think I don't have a great voice...