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Reddit by strawmalade Jul 9th

How do CDs pick actors from an open casting call where the only instructions were to do an introduction video (name, height, where you’re based, etc) ?

That’s gotta be a lot of videos... so what’re the factors on being picked for an audition?

Reddit by Xuninuvi Jul 9th

How far along in the audition process am I ?

Hi guys Quick question here and I know there’s no definitive answer- just trying to get a clear picture of what this scenario may be. I auditioned a week and a half ago via self tape for one of the leads for a movie. A few days ago my agents email me saying...

Reddit by sexygamerboy5403 Jul 9th

is a college degree in acting/theatre necessary for aspiring actors?

Reddit by AutoModerator Jul 9th

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 9

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 hotbucketoftrash Jul 9th

Looking to learn character make-up techniques/unorthodox makeup

Hi, I am an amateur actor and a guy who knows nothing about makeup. For a while now I have been trying to learn how to apply makeup to change subtle ways about how my face looks for characters I am playing (e.g. how to make my face appear fatter/thinner, more...

Reddit by soupycough Jul 9th

IS BACKSTAGE WORTH IT?

I'm an aspiring actress, I've had backstage for awhile now and It just doesn't seem worth it to me. It's mostly student films, unpaid roles, ect. These are all great for some people but it doesn't really fit the type of projects I'd like to work on. I think...

Reddit by ActorsAspiration Jul 9th

Offering My Help!

Hello! I am in the middle of starting my acting website/resource and I really want to offer coaching in addition to college audition info and weekly articles. I have only coached my friends and little sister up until now but they have gotten accepted into...

Reddit by booglewoss Jul 9th

What to do next

Hey guys, first time posting here. I’m (22m) looking for some guidance as to what to do in terms of my next move. I’m an actor currently living in Dallas and a student. I have a couple of years of school left but I’m trying to set up a game plan once I...

Reddit by succubusstorytime Jul 8th

(PAID) Looking for a male voice actor that can do a transatlantic accent.

I am in need of a voice actor, male sounding or male that can sound peppy and can do a transatlantic accent. I'll need you to do a short few sentences for a character of mine. Please comment or message me privately to discuss this further. Thank you so much!

Reddit by forthe_99and2000 Jul 8th

What are the self-tape essentials?

Since in-person auditions are not going to be a thing for who knows how long, I'm looking to gather all of the tools I need to make better self tapes. I haven't made many, because my background is mostly theatre-based, but the few I have done I just used my...

Reddit by kandykokaine Jul 8th

Starting out in LA

Hello all, I moved to LA a couple years ago, but I had to put my acting on hold due to personal reasons and I simply had no time, but I recently got new head-shots and am deciding where to go next. I took 3 years of acting classes previously, but I have no...

Reddit by chthonic_persephone Jul 8th

Feeling depressed, not getting parts.

Hi everyone, Lately I have been quite depressed. Besides Covid ruining the industry, it really disappoints me that I have not gone anywhere in this path after moving to LA. I wish I were born in a different way. I am not 18-20 anymore and I keep putting a lot...

Reddit by jbravos90 Jul 8th

Is it possible for a foreign actor from a non-English-speaking country with experience in playing in movies (in foreign language obviously) to get sponsored by an agent or casting director in LA and become a Hollywood actor?

She is studying English TOEFL.

Reddit by faTMATA_BAH Jul 8th

Advice for a New Actor In Atlanta GA

Hello im a new actor who has done years of theater and drama and is ready to start doing my dream which is on-camera work. Im really interested in agencies like The Peoples Store, Jpervis, Houghton, Alexander, AMT and more. I just want some advise on how to...

Reddit by Clueless60 Jul 8th

Yale Drama vs RADA?

I have time until I apply to drama school in the next few years (currently pursuing a non-acting related undergraduate degree) and have some experience in the field as an untrained actor but would like to pursue training while not losing out on too much time...

Reddit by beyoncetrolls Jul 8th

SAG Actors: Has anyone booked since lockdown started?

I've been going out on a few TV & Film auditions here and there since lockdown. Sending in self-tapes always kind of feels like screaming into a black hole (lol not that bad but you know what I mean) but with the current disruption to the industry as a result...

Reddit by Heure-parme Jul 8th

Audition Catch-22, any help appreciated

Hello everyone! I am turning to you for advice and guidance after reading several posts on r/acting that did not entirely answer my questions.  I am in my early twenties, studied acting at drama school for three years and graduated with first class honors...

Reddit by vetaseda Jul 7th

Do antidepressants affect acting?

I am an actress and i am having a stressful period and it is affecting my concentration and daily life. Doctor gave me escitalopram ( some kind of ssri ). My question is, is there anyone using antidepressant and does it affect your performances? ( and pls...

Reddit by Theanononexx Jul 7th

Living in London wanting to make it producer/actor

So the title says it all, I live in London and I want to become an actress however I’m realistic so the next best thing is a producer. But how? Where do you begin? I don’t want to go to film school since I believe that this type of industry isn’t guaranteed...

Reddit by WyanBoobah96 Jul 7th

The wife and I are SAG actors. The industry has been shut down, so we’ve turned to filming shorts with an iPhone...

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