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Reddit by Adhdsaggitarian Mar 7th

I’ve been working on the business side of entertainment for years, but I really want to start acting. I’m too afraid all of my connections will stop taking me seriously now and won’t help me out as an actor because they only liked me when they thought I w

Does anyone relate or have any advice? I want to really try acting and see if I can make it, but I’m afraid my peers will judge me harshly. I hate being accused of wanting this for the wrong reasons...

Reddit by ofulysses Mar 7th

Is it worth working backstage when you don't get offered a speaking role?

Ok so I suck at auditioning. I've auditioned for a so many amateur theatre productions and I've never been offered a role. This last production actually had 4 roles that needed filling and I didn't get any of them even though only 6 actors (that I could see)...

Reddit by caz-salari Mar 7th

Acting with mental illness

Is method acting with a mental illness easier? Is it an advantage? I have Bi-polar and when I watch certain actors I feel like I am them, I can replicate what they’re doing, I can easily fall into that characters feelings and become the character, for example...

Reddit by meeloorrd Mar 7th

Representation

Hey everyone, Hope you all are doing well during these times. I have a question when it comes to representation and seeing that this subreddit has a lot of seasoned actors with agents I figure why not ask. A little background about me I am a early 20's male...

Reddit by ACCDEVNTR Mar 7th

My agent told me she was too busy to give a submission report - I should wait a couple of months

So I was super nice in the way I asked my agent for a submission report. I was getting roles that didn't fit me and I told her I'd like to see it to check the numbers. When I self submit in 1/9 roles I get a booking or a callback. I wanted to check her...

Reddit by MyPChasNoGPU Mar 7th

Why I think acting is more simple than it sounds. (Personal Opinion)

I'm only 15 and ik this makes me sound stupid but I'm smarter than a lot of people my age so please hear me out, I have been amazed by actors my whole life and I found it amazing how these people can step outside their comfort zones and do what they love, but...

Reddit by emaeking Mar 7th

Am I going in the right direction?

I’d like to see some current opinions from you guys so ... Short story: I have wanted to act (film/tv) my entire life. All I’ve ever wanted to do was make movies and play characters on screen - but financially my family was not well off, meaning acting...

Reddit by Particular-Sport-627 Mar 7th

Social media presence ?

Hey i have heard alot that as an upcoming actor you need to be present on social media . Which social apps are the most important for this ?

Reddit by HekuuuZ Mar 7th

Starting my journey of becoming an actor, need reassurance and help.

So you know how the story goes about wanting to be an actor, so I'll skip **most** of that and actually talk about how I need help. I know the post is disgustingly long, but bear with me. ​ Some starting info and the situation I'm in: I'm an 18 year...

Reddit by PolPotato7171 Mar 7th

Re education

Premise: So I was raised a bit off and never learned to properly socialize, read body language, change the pitch of my voice, correct facial expressions, small talk etc. It's to the point where people who do not know me well and have no experience with...

Reddit by dan_c_kim Mar 7th

How to break up with your current representation?

I was wondering what is the proper protocol to break off the relationship with your current reps. Will an email suffice? Or a phone call? My assumption is it depends on the quality of your relationship with your reps, right? In my case, I'm very happy with...

Reddit by deanu- Mar 7th

Becoming a working actor with non-college training

What advice do you have for those that have a non-acting school background? I’m 25 and already got my BA in psychology so I’m not sure it’s feasible to get another degree. However, I do want to raise my chances of getting acting work as much as possible. What...

Reddit by uzivicSD Mar 7th

First Professional Acting Coaching

I recently enrolled in a very well reviewed Los Angeles acting school with a great acting coach. It is a 4 week course and I will most likely be signing up for more. I have taken a college acting course that taught me some basic acting methods and getting...

Reddit by TimPrice2 Mar 7th

(Women only) What is the appropriate term for a female actor?

I'm trying to find out which term women prefer, so please refrain from voting if you're not female. Thanks. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/lzzrte)

Reddit by icepick_jay Mar 6th

Need advice on how to become an extra or have a minor role.

I’m interested in roles such as a henchman or something similar. I’d be open to leading roles too but I’m not going to be too hopeful since my looks limit me, mainly because of my tattoos. I just don’t know where to go or where to look. Any advice would be...

Reddit by CompetitiveLynx7570 Mar 6th

I want to become an actor

I believe I would be a terrific actor, screenwriter, producer and director. I am looking for help to find my path and connections in the industry. Any help would be much appreciated. I’m from a small Canadian town so it’s hard. Thank you.

Reddit by BoiledEggs Mar 6th

Ryan Kelley gives the real talk on becoming an actor.

Reddit by princesspretzelnose Mar 6th

Confused about Union vs Non Union VO work and rules. And are we allowed to do a Non Union project if SAG?

Hi all! I’m in SAG and know I’m not allowed to work on Non Union film/tv projects, but does this also apply for VO? Bc non union print work is ok...but very unsure what the VO rules are. Also, I had an audition recently for a big corporation who’s commercial...

Reddit by neji_byakugan Mar 6th

Is Discord usually required?

Are Discord calls expected of a voice actor? I was cast for a role on an online website and I had to provide my Discord, but will I have to call? Because I can’t call with Discord because it doesn’t work on my phone. So have any of you had to record your...

Reddit by nibblet787 Mar 6th

How would you break into the acting industry in 2021 if you have years of theatre experience, but little film work, and you now have time and money on your side as a middle-aged white guy? (Serious)

I know this is a very specific question to be asking, but I have no other way of even coming close to answering it. Basically, my situation is this: I live near LA and, after years of thinking that an acting career would be pointless to pursue professionally...