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Reddit by actorthrowaway54321 Aug 26th

at what point are you supposed to realize it's just not in the cards to have an acting career?

everything about this is insane to me. agents with over 100 clients. nobody cares about developing you. you have to PAY to meet casting directors. everybody wants the heavy lifting to be done before they rep you. how you get somebody that "believes" in you...

Reddit by fransjw Aug 26th

Advice for novice actors

Hello there! I am 16 years old and I want to pursue a career as an actor, but I don't know if it is kind of difficult to start or even how. I did theatre from my early 10 years old and I fell in love with acting; but how real it is to be an actor and make a...

Reddit by meaqanchristine Aug 26th

TORONTO (GTA) ACTORS

How did you guys start your careers? I did a lot of acting in high school (4 years drama class, plus lunch time theatre, plus musicals). Do you think that is enough to start looking for agents? Just looking for a bit of guidance. Thanks!

Reddit by boutelmi Aug 26th

I, as primarily a film actor, just had my first table read of my theatrical debut. Fly in the theatrical tips!

Reddit by Apple_Lavender Aug 26th

I--an inexperienced potato--have a ton of extremely specific questions about my project. (This isn't a casting call) [Asking everyone--actors AND directors.]

**(I already feel like posting this is a horrible idea so I'm probably gonna delete this in like 2 days. But I've been stressing about this for a long time and I'm seriously going way out of my comfort zone just to post this and I feel so frickin nervous i...

Reddit by BUSCEMIxCAGE Aug 26th

Interesting part-time jobs for actors?

This has probably been asked a million times, but what are interesting jobs for actors — not related to the food service and retail, cuz damn. What do you guys do for part-time (or maybe full time, which is weird and hard at the same time, given the...

Reddit by babananaba Aug 26th

I’m 16M and aspiring to be an actor. However, I’m chinese and i do not have an accent but casts on big shows like Stranger Things or any show on Netflix are always white. I feel like being asian is my biggest limitation.

Reddit by aznednacni Aug 26th

What does "positive intention" mean to you?

I went to this workshop over the weekend, and the teacher kept commending actors for their "positive intentions" in the scenes. Saying things like "good job playing the positive intentions even in a bad circumstance" (I'm paraphrasing here, but that's the...

Reddit by actorthrowaway54321 Aug 26th

What is the deal with Drop-offs with Casting? Is this ok or not? I want to know the truth about these things because i'm tired of going nowhere

i am repped, in sag, have imdb credits, have a decent reel with professional quality scenes from things, I email people CONSTANTLY. i have "better" reps tell me to "get back to them when i have network credits". wonderful. how the fuck do I get these network...

Reddit by blondenow Aug 25th

How do you make your voice sound younger?

I'm a director, working with a 26 year-old actor on a short. She's playing a 16 year-old, and while she looks the part, her voice is a bit low and raspy. We've been talking about doing some voice work for the role, but neither of us have any experience with...

Reddit by brg10472003 Aug 25th

Acting If You Wear Glasses

Hello Reddit, what I'm about to write may come as strange, but for me is a frustration. I want to be an actor, and I also wear glasses. Well what's wrong with that? I thinkk there are not many main roles (or not necessary main) that require people who wear...

Reddit by actorthrowaway54321 Aug 25th

looking to get feedback on my materials from some LA based working actors

i just got new look-specific headshots, put together a new reel, and I'm being more targeted in my approach to industry. I've gotten auditions for major things previously, but few and far between. im sag and repped. I'm trying to get that first network...

Reddit by Seth9595 Aug 25th

how do i become a background actor with no acting experience? i’ve tried central casting but the waiting list for an appointment is literally years...

i’m skilled on atvs and motor cycles if that helps me get a job in the field

Reddit by teapeaz Aug 24th

Talent Link/Actors Access Question !

Hey! Who here has uses talent link? I have been using it and getting responses, but the initial request to contact from actors access usually just says “contact this person” with no further information other than an email address etc. Do you typically contact...

Reddit by qiis Aug 24th

Pros and Cons of being an Actor?

What is your favourite thing about being an actor and the things that come with it? And what do you not like about acting/being an actor?

Reddit by actorthrowaway54321 Aug 24th

how did you get your first co-star? tips and strategies for a frustrated, repped & union actor trying to move forward

my reel is good. professional quality scenes and good acting. i have low level agents in multiple markets. i'm in sag. i have multiple imdb credits. i've done shorts, student films, theater, comedy / improv shows. i've gotten some tv / film auditions for...

Reddit by bearbents Aug 24th

Actors Wanted!

Hi everyone. I’m an aspiring filmmaker. I write scripts (so far only short films), & i’m searching for actors who are interested in being on camera! I live in Virginia & am looking for anyone who is willing to meet in or around the area. I particularly...

Reddit by MIAxPaperPlanes Aug 24th

Casting Directors Agents

So I was going through a list of Casting Directors and noticed that they too have Agents who also represent actors and that these actors end up being in most of the big theatre or TV shows. Is it likely that Agencies do this because it makes it easier to get...

Reddit by anonimouslee_ Aug 24th

Hey guys I’m literally using my throwaway because this is something very important to me that I’m very scared of asking

I’m already keeping my expectations low for this one. I’m the biggest Marvel fan ever and have the exact same age as the character of Kate Bishop. Last month marvel announced that they’re making a Hawkeye tv series and Kate Bishop will be a huge character in...

Reddit by DisabilityShirts Aug 24th

Last year I got to my trailer on set for #raisingdion to find #netflix had a #birthday #surprise waiting for me, a instax mini camera! #esperanza #actress #acting #actor #teamsammi #sammihaney