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Reddit by butilikeadacookie Feb 21st

LF: Ideas on pulling myself out of the emotional fallout of a character

I am currently doing a 'challenging for me' monologue for class. It's a eulogy. I have been using imaginary circumstances, not real memories, but I am stuck in the feeling of grief and loss. Does anyone have any tips or processes they go through that helps...

Reddit by SteamedUpJoe Feb 21st

FL actors is it slow right now?

I haven’t seen many auditions for age 25-35. Is this time of the year slow? When can we expect it to pick up? I might just apply to Atlanta agencies and drive further for more.

Reddit by xMijuki Feb 21st

Getting an agency without acting school diploma

Trying to make this as short as i can make it. I‘m from Germany and i wanted to become an actress for more than 10 years. I was in a free acting group and acted in front of ~300 people. Once i had the main role. Due to ptsd that happenend to me in school i...

Reddit by AutoModerator Feb 21st

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Feb 21

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 VLRlaughs Feb 21st

Reaching out to agents

I am starting the process to reach out to local agents to seek representation. I am in acting school and want to get representation now. Anyone have any sample cover letters for a new actor? Any tips for making sure my headshot, resume, and cover letter make...

Reddit by adderlad Feb 21st

Dedicated sub for casting and branding advice. r/whatsmycasting

Hey everyone. I started the subreddit r/whatsmycasting for us actors to post headshots and receive advice on our casting bracket, branding advice and general first impressions. I think it’s so important for us actors to know what people think about us when...

Reddit by surfdogg Feb 21st

USC Film School Projects

I am an actor currently building my reel through student films and other small production parts. I've noticed on Actors Access that USC projects always say SAG-AFTRA as the union status. Are these for union members only or is there a certain amount of slots...

Reddit by Upvancing Feb 21st

Where should the focus be during a performance?

Looking for input from experienced voice actors. I'm trying to develop a totally serious, authoritative voice - think medical narration style. (although I'm not going to be doing medical narration) I have practicing voice acting for about 5 weeks (complete...

Reddit by Red2340 Feb 20th

Do actors have to be versatile or can you get jobs that fit your personality?

So without giving too much away about myself, my current career involves a TON of acting. This is because it's extremely rare I get to practice my actual job in real life, so 99% of my time is spent training. This training involves a lot of role-playing...

Reddit by wingsith19 Feb 20th

How likely is it to make around 100k-150k yearly as an actor?

So we all know it’s super hard to become an A-list celebrity making millions of dollars a year, but I was just curious as to how hard it is to make 100k-150k yearly as an actor in Hollywood. It seems that a salary like this would make living in Los Angeles at...

Reddit by 5mokey Feb 20th

Podcasts for actors?

As the title suggests I’m just wondering if anyone has any recommendations for good podcasts for actors?

Reddit by throw-away7654321 Feb 20th

Resources for improving your acting skills/abilities besides classes?

Hi! Before anyone says just take classes I am going to but right now I'm working a lot more shifts so I can save up and afford them, and be able to afford to take time off to actually attend them. I'm also moving so I'm waiting to sign up for classes in my...

Reddit by biscottitheactor Feb 20th

Wild Emotional Slump Encountered at Rehearsals

Community theater hobbyist here, I've been doing a lot of supporting roles in mostly comedies and a few dramas, of which my most significant role to me was Mitch in Streetcar. I am now currently acting as Amir in Disgraced by Ayad Akhtar. It's my first lead...

Reddit by RebeccaMasonActor Feb 20th

Britney Spears "Lucky" Parody--"I Love Coffee, It's My Life" Created By Rebecca Mason

Coffee Parody Series Created By Rebecca Mason YOUTUBE LINK [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQ2KbvLes10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cQ2KbvLes10) For those who don't keep up with Britney Spears, the song "Lucky" turned 20 this year (2019). I felt it was...

Reddit by qu0na Feb 20th

My mom wants me to go to college but I want to be an actress...advice?

Yep. I’m an only child and my mom’s dream is for me to graduate college. But I want to be an actress....I’m 15 in my sophomore year of high school and this is the only thing I can see myself doing in my life. My mom believes I should have a back up plan but...

Reddit by leviator Feb 20th

[Critical Role] 4 voice actors have playing a card game, with a thousand different voices.

Reddit by nicholasnieblas Feb 19th

How many “poor performances” in your opinion/experience are due to poor “acting” opposed to time or financial constraints?

I’m listening to Bruce Campbell’s audiobook [If Chins Could Kill: Confessions of a B Movie Actor](https://www.audible.com/pd?asin=B00J0DMCEA&source_code=ASSORAP0511160006), and he just told a story about how on the set of Lois and Clark: The New Adventures of...

Reddit by finitepool Feb 19th

New Actor, Seeking Guidance

Hi everyone! I've read the FAQ inside and out, so now I want to hear from some people on what they think I should do. I've got my headshots, made a Backstage and AA account, and... I'm not sure what to do now? I have no experience at all (I have a YouTube...

Reddit by idk0_0 Feb 19th

How do I prepare for an acting career?

I’m currently in high school and want to be an actress when I get older. What are some tips to get started now? I don’t have the option to take a drama class or be in a school play because I’m in cyber school. I’m going to audition for the next production at...

Reddit by JosePalacios95 Feb 19th

Booked and then Replaced

Hi peers, I'm an LA-based SAG-AFTR actor that recently booked a commercial and was replaced last minute because "They love you and definitely want to work with you, but the client changed their mind and think you're a tad bit too young for the role"...