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Reddit by Robert_de_Saint_Loup Feb 29th

Why isn’t the theatre world as vain as the film world?

Perhaps this is an ambiguous statement but having friends in both areas, I notice that in the theatre world, people are much closer to each other than in the film world, there is also less of a hierarchical nature and less pretension. At least, when I compare...
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Reddit by olivers2002 Feb 29th

Question.

When directing a show, how much do you think it takes away having one actor play two characters onstage. (This show is a comedy written by my 11 year old sister). Anyways, I’d just like to know everyone’s thoughts on this concept.
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Reddit by schauspieler17 Feb 29th

How to connect with like-minded artists?

Hi all, I'm an actor from Turkey and I have a sense of "modernist" art. In order to be able to become an artist "literally", I strive for having theoretical background as well as for acting practises... but I am not really sure how to connect with like-minded...
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Reddit by DarthBerta Feb 29th

[In Canada] How do actors/actresses get into film and television, netflix and amazon originals, etc, nowadays?

Casting call websites just don't feel legitimate, do people still get agents? How low do you really have to start? I have minimal experience because I simply don't know where to get my foot in. Highschool didnt have a drama program, and nothing is really...
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Reddit by SLub262 Feb 29th

[stupid question] on a scale from 1-10, how vital are headshots.

I was researching the other day on things that you had to do in order to become a professional screen actor. they all said the same things, have a resume, get an agent, join sag, etc. but one thing that stuck out to me is that a lot of articles varied on the...
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Reddit by RedRobinYUMM123 Feb 29th

Personal Training/ Fitness Instructor as a side job

I was wondering if any working actors can share their experiences working as a personal trainers/fitness instructors. I have been really enjoying classes from studios like Barrys and the Fhitting Room and was wondering if any actors teach at those (I am in...
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Reddit by randumbrando Feb 29th

How long does it take for student film directors to contact you if you booked it?

Obviously this is subjective, but a casting call I applied to ended this morning and rehearsals begin next weekend. There is another unrelated activity I am considering attending on the weekends, but won't be able to know if i have the time until I know if I...
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Reddit by LetUsBeFriendsPlease Feb 29th

I really need some advice.

Hello and thanks for reading in advance. I always wanted to be an actor. As a child, while my parents would fight, I always pretended to be someone else, I would stand in front of a mirror and act for hours. I always knew that this is my destiny, nothing...
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Reddit by LaserPanda06 Feb 29th

Professional title confusion

I’m trying to make a profile on Backstage and I’m confused about what to put in the professional title box? I don’t sing or dance very well and that’s not needed for what I’ll be applying for anyway. Should I just put Actress?
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Reddit by strawmalade Feb 28th

Do CDs usually pay more attention to actor’s (who are repped) self tapes

Do they watch self tapes from actors who are repped first or in order? How does this usually work?
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Reddit by NTRKSMOKE Feb 28th

First anime voice actor!

Hi im looking for some Anime! And animation hiring jobs! Rn im really really low price! I will do it for 3 dollars or for free if ya convince me!
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Reddit by DocNeonOnReddit Feb 28th

How do I find the right voice for my character?

Hello! Newbie here. I'm not a voice actor, but I figured that this sub might have good advice for my particular issue. I'm currently creating a character for a tabletop roleplaying game, and I'm struggling to find a voice/accent/mannerism that fits them. The...
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Reddit by wayofthesean Feb 28th

Actor for 20 years, still a novice within the business side of the career. What should I know as a New York actor?

Hi everyone! So i’ve been an actor since I was 5 years old with a huge peak in my career during my middle school days. As an adult, I’ve avoided the ‘business’ game of things because all I cared about was the craft and my acting and as a kid, I didn’t need to...
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Reddit by HollywoodHero2 Feb 28th

Looking For an Actor in Orange County, CA

Hello, I am looking for an actor to star in a silent short. I am a film student looking to build my reel so there will be no pay. The shooting locations are both in south Orange County. PM me if you are interested and I will share more details! I look forward...
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Reddit by frankingrime Feb 28th

Aspiring screenwriter here. Questions on character crafting.

So, I have lurked on the r/screenwriting subreddit and seem to get a lot of different advice on how I should be writing characters. I thought I might stop checking with the mechanics and check with the people that actually drive the damn car. If I were to...
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Reddit by frankingrime Feb 28th

Aspiring screenwriter here. Tell me how to write something that you want to act in.

Hey! I have lurked in r/screenwriting for a while and sought advice on how to write great characters. But, then I thought I should check with the people that carry out the dialogue on the page. Simply put, how do I write actor bait? And... what are some...
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Reddit by yunebug Feb 28th

THANK YOU!

 https://preview.redd.it/gaj3fr707qj41.png?width=360&format=png&auto=webp&s=cbfdb11eb0329df943d00c194ef866fa63bb4104 Hi! A while ago, I posted about creating my podcast - Voice Actor Showcase - and inviting voice actors to come on the show to tell...
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Reddit by choiceshoee Feb 28th

Making a video reel

Hey guys, so I’ve always wanted to be an actress but always psyched myself out of going to auditions. I finally got over that fear and am ready to take my career more seriously, but every audition posting I see always ask for a video reel. Would it be a good...
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Reddit by CaringFarmer Feb 28th

What’s your definition of an actor who plays themselves?

is it the kind of roles they take on?
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Reddit by throwaway74917373 Feb 28th

How much do looks matter in acting and tips for an aspiring actor?

I’m 18 (M) and a first year in college and I’ve been obsessed in the entertainment industry since I was a kid (I used to make movies and shows with my neighborhood friends in middle school), but I haven’t wanted to get into acting until recently. I don’t have...
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