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  1. Reddit by ajm1212 Nov 19th

    Scam talent agencies in Los angeles

    Has anybody ever comes across what they believed to be a scam talent agency? I am doing research looking for a talent agency, but just wanted to know if anybody has any that I should probably avoid or any actor for that matter.

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  2. Reddit by Nctvelvetboy Nov 18th

    Is Next Star Auditions a Scam?

    So I'm a bit of an aspiring actor and I audition for "Next". so far I got the callback and a paid a little bit. But idk if I should cancel or not cause I'm seeing mixed reviews online. Please help. Asap

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  3. Reddit by Yaars23 Nov 18th

    Do I need Backstage if I have AA (NYC)?

    I currently have Actors Access for self submissions, and of course I work through my manager for potential roles. Should I be paying for backstage as well? I have friends who have gotten roles from it, but other friends who say AA is enough. Thoughts?

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  4. Reddit by Bc2193 Nov 18th

    Recommended London acting courses

    Hi guys, I'm getting ready to apply for Masters courses at Drama schools in London. I'd really like to add to my training and experience for my application so I was wondering if any London based actors on here know of any short courses they could recommend?

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  5. Reddit by daiquiriheiress Nov 18th

    Audition for The Actors Studio

    hi! my friend and i are auditioning for membership in the actors studio next month. it's our first time auditioning for them, i was wondering if anyone had any particular tips? we've already got our contemporary scene and everything, just if anyone had any...

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  6. Reddit by Yaars23 Nov 18th

    Where would David Mamet want you to train?

    I just finished reading True and False by David Mamet which I highly recommend. He talks a lot about how he thinks most actor training is a waste. How we work on exercises/techniques which don’t really impact our work, and we’d be better off just simply being...

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  7. Reddit by mrarthurwhite Nov 18th

    What Does Thespis the origin of Thespian mean?

    Θέσπις From [θεός](https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/%CE%B8%CE%B5%CF%8C%CF%82#Ancient_Greek) (*theós*, “god”) and [εἶπον](https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/%CE%B5%E1%BC%B6%CF%80%CE%BF%CE%BD#Ancient_Greek) (*eîpon*, “I said”) (aorist active form of...

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  8. Reddit by Ubiubii Nov 17th

    How do child actors do school?

    I’m assuming that child actors need a parent with them most of the time, especially if they’re on set in locations far from home. Obviously they wouldn’t be able to go to school if they’re away. Does this mean they’re taught on set? (Assuming they aren’t home...

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  9. Reddit by verybigcat Nov 17th

    Running lines with Alexa

    Hello fellow actors! I've just released an app (https://runlines.me) to run lines with Amazon's Alexa. She's like a (very) patient friend who helps out if you forget a line or get it wrong. Works with an Amazon Echo or with the free Alexa mobile app. I'd love...

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  10. Reddit by Nolix_ Nov 16th

    Bully Animation

    Hi I am looking for voice actors to act in my Bully Animation. I am looking for 2 girls that can voice act for now I will make a new post for any updates :)

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  11. Reddit by FlowersForReese Nov 16th

    Looking for actors for a short film

    I am going to be filming a short film that I wrote over the month of December and I'm looking for teenage actors or actors who look like high school age, willing to be in it. Message me if you would like to hear more about it.

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  12. Reddit by danikabananika Nov 16th

    Stand in work on a resume- yes or no?

    I’ve always been of the opinion of if it’s not acting, it doesn’t belong on an acting resume. However, I’ve now done 3 large shows in which I stood in for the 1 or the 2 and worked with some pretty well respected DOPs for big studios. I’ve learned so much...

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