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Reddit by stile03 Dec 14th

Actors stage presence

I’m not too sure about what it’s called but how come, someone like timothee chalamet or Lucas hedges (newcomers) have such large stage presence compared to a supporting/extra role with 3 lines? Like they are both human recorded on the same camera...so what...

Reddit by crackedwideopen Dec 14th

Looking for two voice actors for a short film

**Synopsis of film:** The short is about a disgraced police officer, JJ, who killed his partner in the field. It shows his attempts to finally get back on top and the turmoil he feels from his alienation from the other officers. **Characters:** **Norm** Norm...

Reddit by EAhmady123 Dec 14th

Questions For Canadian Actors

First off I want to say how I’ve been a part of this group for a week now and how crazy supportive everyone is, this seems like a really tight knit group which I love seeing. Now with that out of the way a little background about me, my name is Enayat and I...

Reddit by fildagame Dec 13th

[HIRING] for indie videogame intro

Hi, Looking for voice actors for Indie videogame. I need 3 actors. I am looking for people with general american accent. Here is list of characters with number of lines/words: Angie: 13 lines/152 words Woman, around 23. Very kind and gentle, loving. She is...

Reddit by tbarden Dec 13th

Struggling to get traction? If you'd had an extra $1,000/mo since age 18 how much would that have helped and how?

Professional performers live with about an 85% unemployment rate. It's not dissimilar to what candidate Andrew Yang predicts is coming for many mainstream occupations because of technology disruption. Ignoring for the moment how realistic the concept of...

Reddit by hossbonaventure007 Dec 13th

What exactly makes Adam Driver a great actor?

It seems like everyone in the world is in agreement right now that he’s the best actor working right now. Obviously there’s a lot to be learned from the best in the game but I was just wondering what other more experienced people noticed that he does well...

Reddit by mcleb014 Dec 13th

Retiring From Acting (for now) a rant

I've been an actor for the last 10 years. I started in high school in my senior year. My first ever play was Mother Courage & Her Children (i know, a terrible play for a high school). While the show was panned by the students and faculty alike, I caught the...

Reddit by axel32 Dec 13th

Best places to live in LA for acting?

Hey fellow actors, I'm going to be moving to LA next month for a gig that I booked where I'll be there for the rest of 2020. I'm currently looking at different options for housing (looking for a studio/1-bedroom apartment). As an actor, where should I want to...

Reddit by bellagcarr Dec 13th

Can you give examples of actors that started at 18?

I’m starting the film industry at 17, and when i see actors that I like in my shoes and in movies I always look them up to see when they started acting, and it was always as a child. I am always discouraged seeing this because I worry that I will never make...

Reddit by Claymationdude07 Dec 13th

My friends all say I do great voices, and that I should go into voice acting, but I'm not sure what to look for.

The voices I usually do are exaggerated but spot on impressions of characters from southpark, family guy, and many other celebrities, and a few voices of my own. I love doing it, as it's always good for a laugh and I get compliments. But how could I try to...

Reddit by Bc2193 Dec 13th

Has anyone else read David Mamet's True and False: Heresy and Common Sense for the Actor?

I just finished reading it and would totally recommend. I'm dying to discuss it. It was a really refreshing read and opened my eyes to different ways of looking at our profession, drama schools and how we think of ourselves as actors. Has anyone else read it...

Reddit by _MK_1_ Dec 13th

Practicing emotion and conveying feelings through tone

Hey guys! I am not a voice actor but a rapper. However, I need the wisdom and advice of you guys, the voice acting community. I am trying use my voice and introduce better inflections to drive emotions home. I feel I have a good overall tone and voice that...

Reddit by jamesjimmybyrondean Dec 13th

Is there any actor/actress in here with social anxiety?

My social anxiety is holding me back when I'm acting in auditions(I haven't been on set yet). My body just becomes stiff, heart racing and I become self conscious. My dream is to be an actor but these are the problems I have because of social anxiety. I don't...

Reddit by minniee30 Dec 13th

Actors, how have you helped your SO feel comfortable with the idea of you being involved in sex scenes?

I’m an actor, and though I haven’t yet had to tackle any sex scenes, I know that it’s going to come up. I’m wondering how to best explain to my significant other that it’s strictly a professional part of the job. How have you broached the subject? Any tips...

Reddit by salesgirlnumbertwo Dec 13th

Finding a monologue from TV/Film Help?

Hi all! So, I'm mainly a stage actor, so I'm used to finding monologues by reading plays. However, I have an audition with a casting agency coming up soon, and I need a monologue from TV/Film. How should I go about finding a monologue? Should I just watch a...

Reddit by BUSCEMIxCAGE Dec 13th

How much do indie productions pay actors?

Reddit by kkrs28 Dec 12th

Should I do the expensive headshot?

I’m an aspiring actress, and I am trying to get my first headshot done. In my city there is a very reputable lady whose work is amazing but around 550$. Obviously these headshots would be the goal, but should I just fork over the 550$ (even though I could...

Reddit by milkydoll Dec 12th

Research Suggestions for "Nora" from A Doll House

Hi everyone, I am currently doing intensive character work and research for "Nora" from Ibsen's "A Doll House" and I'd like to know if anyone knows any material that might be helpful to my research about the character. Any movies, books, documentaries, etc.?...

Reddit by -jeanne-d-arc- Dec 12th

What do you think makes a good actor a good actor??

Reddit by Timoteode217 Dec 12th

Robert Pattinson

I’m new to this sub, you guys have awesome insights and conversations that I love to have with other people. I’ll try and add another one. How do you guys feel about Robert being casted as Batman. He’s quickly becoming one of my favorite actors along with...