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Reddit by Twattybatty Mar 14th

Stage Performance

Hello, fellow actors. ​ [https://vimeo.com/317048586](https://vimeo.com/317048586) ​ This is a clip of my first-ever performance on-stage, last October. It was a monologue showcase joined together with choreography and scene changes all based...

Reddit by CornrowKenny100 Mar 14th

How do you bounce back from an unsuccessful audition?

I just received an email from the director of a theatre play, that unfortunately I wasn’t cast for this play. I took it like a champ and sent a professional email thanking the director for the opportunity to audition and wishing the cast and production team a...

Reddit by Throwawaylego222 Mar 13th

Should I go back to a job that pays good money but I hate or finally try and be an actor?

So I had a job for a year and a half that paid really good money. If I went back, in 5 years I could save enough for a down payment on a house in Los Angeles where I'm from or in 2 years for a house in Nashville where I might want to move. Hell in one year I...

Reddit by SnortWhoresFuckCoke Mar 13th

As a director, can I do anything more to help me secure actors?

Okay, so I'm still in university and I'm directing a project. I do act myself but not that much, I don't go for roles yet because I don't think I'm anywhere good enough. So I'm yet to understand what makes it easier on the talent. I've used the drama...

Reddit by louisasnotes Mar 13th

How is your Preparation?

" **RADA's Dee Cannon outlines 10 questions that must be addressed in order to create a fully-realised three-dimensional person."** ​ Interested in everyone's input on these points...

Reddit by louisasnotes Mar 13th

How is your preperation?

I found this today, and was interested in everyone's ideas: " **RADA's Dee Cannon outlines 10 questions that must be addressed in order to create a fully-realised three-dimensional person."**...

Reddit by Toasty_Owl Mar 13th

Need help deciding about the Stella Adler Studio.

Hi r/acting, so I have an interesting crossroads that I've come to. After auditioning at the New England Theatre Conference and getting several callbacks, I've been invited to attend the Stella Adler Summer Intensive. I was floored by the news and would love...

Reddit by _hiroprotoganist Mar 13th

Ideally, what’s the ceiling as a film actor in middle tier markets? (Basically not LA or NYC)

Now I want to preface that I understand that everyone’s journey is different. I just wanted to get peoples opinions and experiences with this topic. I know that it can be possible for at any moment for the right opportunity to come at the right the time and...

Reddit by One_take_only Mar 13th

Just completed my first book...and no thanks.

Hats off to all the voice actors and narrators. Being a musician all my life I took a dive into audiobooks. 1 finished hour took me forever, and honestly it’s not easy at all. I have a lot of respect for all of you now, and it’s safe to say this shit isn’t...

Reddit by SBJTV Mar 13th

Looking to offer $5 to read a paragraph (female actors only)

You would be reading a 5 sentence paragraph that would take you no longer than 1-2 minutes to read. I'll offer you $5. Just provide me your email and I can send over the page whoever is interested ​ ​

Reddit by billfrugal Mar 12th

What's the "standard" when it comes to memorizing lines for an audition with a day's worth of notice?

I'm starting to get on-camera auditions. Usually one agency tells me 3-4 days in advance, mentions to memorize as best as I can (or no need to memorize)... BUT now with the new agency, I get script the day/night before, and no mention if I should completely...

Reddit by donnie_marko Mar 12th

I did it! I quit work

Hello all, I am diving full into this community right now! I have been a long time lurker, watching many of you fight for success, and have been very inspired by this sub. ​ I currently live in LA, and moved here to work for a STELLAR tech company. I...

Reddit by ejalbert1990 Mar 12th

Crooked teeth headshot

Hey everyone so I’m trying to break into the business and be a full time actor. I have no experience and I’ve applied to jobs with no success so far. I know my headshot isn’t the greatest but I know I can make it in this business. I’m so nervous about my...

Reddit by NotBillShakespeare Mar 12th

I'm 30 and I don't want to live with regret for the rest of my life.

Hi, longtime lurker here. **TLDR** Could someone recommend a solid, reputable place to take night / weekend classes in NYC? Preferably something more structured (as opposed to rolling scene study classes or one-off workshops) that doesn't completely break the...

Reddit by fools_blood Mar 12th

Can you be an Actor with acne?

I have acne and I feel like people always look at my acne first. I was just wondering if people would still hire me if i have acne because I always see actors with little to no imperfections. And there are hardly any acting opportunistic here in Oregon well...

Reddit by kevinbob97 Mar 12th

how do I get Parts in a small City

Hello my name is Kevin I'm 21 years old and I'm from a small Canadian city and I really want to be an actor I got the idea when I was 17 years old it was a suggestion because I have always been the funny guy I have been honing my craft for a few months...

Reddit by Triple_G_ace Mar 11th

Dropping out to pursue acting. Need opinions/comments

Hey everyone I just recently found this sub and wanted to give you a little background on me and want your input on a couple things. Im currently 19 (M) and at a university. I am a business major but I am really interested in acting. My mom is an actress and...

Reddit by prueslove Mar 11th

ACTOR SCAMS | a.k.a. What I told this BULL$%*# filmmaker [storytime...]

Reddit by IrishActor Mar 11th

New rep approach. Any suggestions

Hey all, would love some feedback or suggestions on this. I'm a hardworking and skilled Actor. I've done alot of training ( although not a 3 yr drama school) and I have really good footage, showreel and have been professionally cast and have pro credits. I...

Reddit by crister17 Mar 11th

Does anybody know any one-minute male monologues about grief?

I’m auditioning for The Secret Garden and they are requiring for their actors to have a monologue prepared which I do not!