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Reddit by JamieT0 Nov 4th

Do you believe that a director should allow actors to put their own spin to a character or should they strictly enforce the expected version of the character?

As a hobbyist screenwriter and hopeful future director, I wouldn't personally allow actorsbto deviate from my own scripts and would happily replace them in a heartbeat for it. What do you, the actors/aspiring actors think?

Reddit by Cortez-Buttigieg2024 Nov 4th

Be careful who you listen to on this sub. This is the internet and anybody can pretend to know what they're talking about.

I use reddit anonymously to gain info, like most people. I don't know anybody on this sub but I recognize some username "regulars". In my quest to simply gain some info about this industry / answer specific questions I have about the nuance of so much that I...

Reddit by Tikiroom411 Nov 4th

Oh you’re an actor? Cry right now.

Reddit by macaeryk Nov 4th

Things I learned sitting in on a VO session...

I was hired last week to provide scratch VO for a major client (NDA, can't give details). A celebrity talent replaced my temp tracks. I was lucky enough to be invited to sit in on the session via remote. Here's what I learned: My performance was less nuanced...

Reddit by EvaWolves Nov 4th

Is it Much Easier for Live Actors to Transition into Voice Acting than vice versa? Discounting big name A List stars?

Obviously nowadays the stigma on being cartoon and video games and in turn harming one's professionals has lessened so much that the top most famous highest class bankable actors such as Brad Pitt now do very frequent voice acting in video games and animated...

Reddit by Micshan Nov 4th

Additional Roles For Upcoming Fictional Podcast "The Storm Chasers"

Hey everyone! I'm back with some more roles open for The Storm Chasers Podcast! I got such an amazing response from everyone the last time I posted and got some incredible voice actors that I knew I had to come back for seconds! We are on track to film the...

Reddit by S_Gertie Nov 3rd

How Would Today's Actors Do in Silent Films

I was watching It (1927) and it got me to wondering. A lot of silent film actors didn't survive the transition to talkies. And the acting style has changed so much over the years. How would today's actors do if they were cast in 1920s style silent movies? You...

Reddit by Notsoeasyaspie Nov 3rd

Philip Carlson - The Idea of The Prototype

Hi, I'm Terry and I'm an aspiring British East-Asian actor. This is my first post, I've checked the rules but apologies if I've missed something and this post doesn't belong here. In his book, *Breaking and Entering: A Manual for the Working Actor*, Philip...

Reddit by smirkingassassin Nov 3rd

Looking for a good online acting class - any suggestions?

Hey guys, firstly I wanted to say I don't post or comment a lot on here but I do read and learn some valuable info from everything that gets posted, so a warm thank you to all the community contributors. Also I wanted to ask - what would you guys recommend as...

Reddit by StrobeRogers Nov 3rd

Question for Tall actors who self taoe

Hello all, Im 6 '1. Im trying to save money. I am looking into backdrops. Should i get a full backdrop with the support stand and the big cloth thing or half. What should I get? ive tried to tack a sheet to the wall before, but it always seems too short...

Reddit by van_Beardenstein Nov 3rd

What online options are there for someone looking for voice lessons

I'm a singer and aspiring voice actor. I was in a band for years, practiced every week, and trained in high school choir before that, but the last 4 years have been a real set back for me, vocally. I'm working as much as I can and have a young family, so time...

Reddit by mgainstitute Nov 2nd

Exclusive Free Method Acting Masterclasses presented by Michael Givens & Associates Acting and Film Institute.

Hello, actors. MGA: Acting and Film Institute is hosting series of free exclusive method acting masterclasses. The classes are taught by Michael Givens, director, and cinematographer, and also a teacher at MGA. In these classes, you'll get to learn more about...

Reddit by BrodyAbroad Nov 2nd

I am looking for a voice actor for a game narrator position

The voice would preferably be Male but I am happy for a female actor. I want it to be a typical narrator style voice sort of sounding like David Attenborough style of narration. I don't have much money because I am a solo game dev, but we can discuss the...

Reddit by Warp_Dog Nov 2nd

Animation VO During a Pandemic

Has anyone done or know anyone who has done an animation session during the pandemic? With recording studios largely closed around the country it looks like most actors are recording from their home studios. How does that work exactly in the case of...

Reddit by Yaars23 Nov 2nd

Anyone else love acting but not actor training/acting school?

Reddit by lili_cpr Nov 2nd

I'm interested in voice acting but idk where to start... :/

Hi everyone!! Sooo I'm a 17 year old girl and I never had even the slightest idea of what I want to do once I'm done with school, until I realized that voice acting is a thing. So I've read and learned a bit about it and it just fascinates me. Now my...

Reddit by hiponcronus Nov 2nd

Are you supposed to be paid for COVID tests?

Just checking if actors are paid for dropping by on set to get COVID tested and whether they're supposed to be giving you a timesheet to fill out?

Reddit by beardoggoose Nov 2nd

Older actor in need of guidance

I started my acting journey a little later in life (29) wish I started sooner but such is life. This is currently what I do and am focused on full time. I have taken some individual classes, and last Oct I was in a 9 week Meisner intensive. I live in Miami...

Reddit by cat32330 Nov 2nd

NYC agencies for newer talent - places to start?

Hi! I'm wondering what are the best NYC-based talent agencies for a relatively new actor in New York? I'd love to reach out to some of them and start working with one of them, but not really sure where to start....

Reddit by Elliot_White Nov 1st

Earbuds... they can be a real pain in the butt, so be careful with 'em! I shot this comedic short with my friends, we are all actors trying to make our own work!