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  1. Reddit by westrideforward Sep 23rd

    10 Things Beginning Actors Maybe Don't Think About

    Ever fantasized about becoming an actor or celebrity? It’s attainable, but the many challenges of reality are not usually known until pursuing such a dream. Time spent practicing or rehearsing for a production is not glamorous, the market is highly...

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  2. Reddit by Anubidayz Sep 23rd

    SAG reinitiation

    So I was a child actor, but I stopped working during High School and never paid my dues during that period. According to my dues statement, my membership was terminated earlier this year. Does that mean I am non-union or am I SAG-E? Am I subject to rule 1...

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  3. Backstage by GO_1313 Sep 22nd

    Finding Breakdowns Without an Agent

    I live in the southeast, have one credited TV speaking role to my name (on a nonunion cable docudrama), am SAG-eligible, and have a paid membership to Actors Access, but I was wondering why this website was considered so essential when the amount of...

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  4. Reddit by dulcet10 Sep 22nd

    Where Do Actors Find Good Casting Calls?

    I feel like I read about actors finding big roles online. I recently read Finn Wolfhard saw the Stranger Things casting call online, Sierra Capri from On My Block on Netflix said the same, and so did Mena Massoud for Aladdin. So my question is: where do...

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  5. Reddit by discowhale Sep 22nd

    Building “Instagram” for actors?

    Hi guys! Wanted some thoughts on this. Not new to acting necessarily. Been pounding the pavement for a while. But one thing that has changed with the business is Instagram. I mostly do comedy and am trying to build my following on that. And I’m trying to...

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  6. Reddit by Elkku26 Sep 22nd

    Smart characters to study for reference

    I'm a young beginner actor with a few small projects under my belt, and I have a role coming up where I need to act smart/calculative. Do you have any suggestions for characters to study to get an idea for what I should do? Preferably something that's easy to...

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  7. Reddit by TJmyDAY Sep 22nd

    (Screen) acting opportunities in Vienna

    Hi! Vienna is such a cultural city but how is the acting industry for international actors (not speaking German - yet)? Any advice where to find out about the castings or seek opportunities (in particular for screen acting)? Any great places to do workshops?...

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  8. Reddit by tyler35855 Sep 22nd

    Any interviews similar to this one?

    https://youtu.be/u2JLRtWlq0o This is kind of a niche question... But I recently watched this conversation between Megan Fox and Diablo Cody where they talk about the filming and release of Jennifers Body (2009) Are there any other conversations...

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  9. Reddit by CuspChaser111 Sep 22nd

    LA/Actors/Housing

    Hi guys, I’m making the move to La soon and I was wondering what advice you have on finding housing - especially actor friendly housing ? I’m happy to sublet and I’ve been saving up. Any sites to use or avoid is very helpful. Thanks!

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  10. Karmalicity by Hank Boone Sep 21st

    PR Agent looking for clients!

    Are you an actor starving for publicity? Do you have a project but don't know how to bring it in front of the public eye? At Perfect Image we realize your potential and develop a better public image. If you need to bring your project before the people...

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  11. Reddit by ChrisMilesShow Sep 21st

    DO METHOD ACTING OR DON’T DO METHOD ACTING?!

    In my opinion, I kinda don’t think it’s necessary as most the actors you see today are not method actors. Though we have some and though their roles are great, I’ve seen far more great roles with actors who do not take the method acting approach. What do you...

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  12. Reddit by TheActorIan Sep 21st

    WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE ACTORS???

    Man or woman who is your favorite? Also why? It seems to me like most actors have their favorites, but they don’t have a real reason why. Is it their believability, work ethic, transformation, or what? Lol. Why are they your favorites?

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