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Reddit by Hamiko4 Dec 31st

Am I the only one who does this while acting?

If at first try it doesn't feel like it was realistic acting, (I usually immediately have this tingle I feel and the image of me where I acted badly pops up and thus I know where I messed up. Like, where not to look, what move to not make, what tone should I...

Reddit by theactordude Dec 31st

How can I, as an actor, get the most out of reading plays?

So I've heard from various people that its always a good idea to read as much plays as possible, and that it might help your acting. I just finished the play "Boy Gets Girls" by Rebecca Gilman. Good play! I basically just read it like a book. I didn't take...

Reddit by Space0utlaw Dec 31st

I want to pursue acting but I’m a bad public speaker.

My background: I’m a 27 year old army veteran. I’m currently pursuing a bachelors degree in a non-related field. I’ve always been drawn to acting as a craft. I’ve felt things while watching great performances that nothing else in life can make me feel. Almost...

Reddit by junambojp Dec 31st

What do you call yourself when you are voice acting?

Hey, so I am a new voice actor. I've landed a few roles, sent in a bunch of lines, and am now waiting for some of these projects to come out. While they are being worked on, I've been brainstorming how to showcase them as part of my work as well as how to get...

Reddit by AutoModerator Dec 31st

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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 glennenglishnyc Dec 31st

Jeff Daniels discusses drilling lines and memorization.

Sweet little clip of Jeff Daniels discussing his process for line drilling and how to get them down. Young actors take note. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=boIqmOj16Qs

Reddit by MarkBowen123 Dec 31st

Actors, come join me in the #acting challenge on TikTok and in other acting exercises I share in this video about networking with other actors who want to jumpstart their careers in 2021

Reddit by June_Etoile Dec 31st

Is it worth auditioning for something that already has offers out?

I'm a south asian american actress with some guest stars and one series regular and had gone in for a major motion picture. Major NYC Casting Director was supremely nice and had me try it a bunch of ways (I had really worked on the character) and he followed...

Reddit by KableKyle Dec 31st

Advice for a voice acting reel

I’ve been wanting to be a voice actor for years now and I finally have the equipment to start my reel. But I don’t have the know how to put together any type of script to make one. How did you guys make yours?

Reddit by theactordude Dec 30th

How much, if it all, does it set me back if I don't have a heavy background in theatre?

So its no secret that some of the best film/tv actors grew up doing theater, and that's how they got their acting training. I just read Jenna Fischers book and she talks about how she always did theatre, and any chance she got she would be looking to perform...

Reddit by sadkins2244 Dec 30th

Big School vs Small school when it comes to acting?

Like many, I want to go to LA to be an actor. Specifically in VO or VO directing, but still, and LA actor. I'm a senoir in highschool and I am pressed for choosing my career. This is so stressing!! Im looking for general advice on how to get to where I wanna...

Reddit by ReodDavis Dec 30th

Residuals Question

Hey there, I hope this message finds everybody well. I was fortunate enough to have a small supporting role in a Warner Brothers film that's coming out early next year. However, it's now being simultaneously released on both HBO Max and in theaters. I've...

Reddit by SPELDWR0NG Dec 30th

Is IMDB's Star Meter any useful?

IMDB Pro has the Star Meter function that ranks actors based on popularity. The problem is that popularity only refers to how often their page it viewed in IMDB. People tend to use IMDB for the scenario of "who is that guy from this show I'm watching, he...

Reddit by Jomehah Dec 30th

Audition- zoom live v.s. self-tape for monologues

hi fellow actors- I'm getting drama school auditions and have some schools conducting online 'live' and some self-taped for monologues. What do you think are some key differences in performance with these formats? E.g. would you have your camera set up...

Reddit by exaltogap Dec 30th

The Major CDs in LA?

As a New York-based actor for the past three years I've more or less met most of the important NY offices. Of course, I've self-taped for LA offices too, but I'm curious from an LA-based actor perspective which offices are considered the major ones. I'd be...

Reddit by Movie-Connoisseur Dec 30th

Is Toronto Film School a good school?

Hi. I’m an actor in Grade 12 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. I’m trying to find an acting school which is good and worth my money/time. Money is not an issue. I have heard mixed reviews on this school and wanted to hear your opinions. And maybe some suggestions...

Reddit by lightskin_canadian Dec 30th

does anyone have experience acting as they are a teacher?

I am an actor with an agent and by 2023, I will have all my credential to be a primary school teacher. just wondering if anyone had the same expierence or a similar one?

Reddit by the_greatest_fight Dec 30th

Best way to get into voice acting

Hey guys, I’m a beginning voice actor with no experience in the industry. I want to know what’s the best way to get into it?

Reddit by unicornthoughts Dec 30th

connecting with imaginary people

i would love your help, please! i’m taking a VO 101 class and my teacher keeps giving me the same note of “i don’t feel like you’re connecting with the imaginary person you’re speaking to”. I’ve tried doing it differently every time, trying to improve, and...

Reddit by theactordude Dec 29th

Is it expected that your agent will ask casting directors for feedback?

So my agent is great, and I'm incredibly lucky to be with them. They are arguably the best agent in my region (not la/nyc), super selective, they have great relationships with the casting directors, and they answer all my calls and are super friendly. I've...