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Reddit by theparachutingparrot Jan 30th

I was chosen for a role which turned out to be mostly voice acting - should I pass or is it worth it for the experience?

The creators of the short film made sure to promote all the actors on their social media, so that was nice at least. However, I thought that this role would have more screen time. Turns out it's mostly voice acting in a phone scene. Should I tell them I've...

Reddit by totemp0le Jan 30th

Mumbling actors, bad speakers or lazy listeners? Why everyone is watching TV with subtitles on

Reddit by ClimateOk3616 Jan 30th

Trying to do some trolling, looking for a female voice actor

hi, I'm trying to do some trolling and need a female voice actor who can talk on discord calls. not payed, just something funny

Reddit by anonymousmimikyu Jan 30th

Quick Central Casting (New York) Question

Hi all, I have previously done a little bit of work with Central Casting, and used to get frequent texts about available projects. I declined most of them because I also have a nearly full-time job, but every once in a while, I'd book something. A couple...

Reddit by RCJLeprechaun Jan 30th

I am looking for health insurance options as a actor Any ideas?

I have shopping for health insurance since planning on doing acting more fulltime in March. Any ideas from other actors on here ?

Reddit by _reubengames_ Jan 30th

Fulfil a young actor’s dream of drama school

Hi all, Currently, I am living in a poverty family where paying for an Acting education is merely impossible. I want to fulfil my dream of becoming an actor or singer, and I wish that you would consider donating a small amount towards my cause. Any donation...

Reddit by correctstatement2022 Jan 30th

To the agents who are lurking: how do actors increase chances of casting calling them in?

You're pitching, you're submitting, you're getting their name out there. You've got a client with great credits, materials, and talent. But no appointments are coming through for months at a time. What do you recommend to your actors when casting isn't...

Reddit by HathorOfWindAndMagic Jan 30th

So many classes but then a long time break…

From ages 14-24 I took many acting classes at Stella Adler Studio of Acting (NY), Stella Adler Academy Of Acting (LA), and some local theatre classes in NJ and CA. A good chunk of beginners acting classes, lots of money and some small parts later… After...

Reddit by Material-Theme1827 Jan 30th

How far would I get in the UK without the right visa?

I’m from an English speaking country and I’m thinking of going to London to try my luck with the acting scene. I’d like to attend some auditions and if I’m cast, stay for the production. Realistically, how far would I get without the right visa for actors? I...

Reddit by forde_e Jan 30th

Help!!!

I’m a beginner actor who is currently in acting school . I just started lexapro 10 mg (for anxiety and minor depression) 5 days ago and besides the side effects ( nausea, dizziness, tingles,etc.) For scenes now I can’t seem to get myself upset (anger or...

Reddit by Busy-Ad-2021 Jan 29th

Does one need to go to acting school to become an actor

I'm just asking if it is necessary

Reddit by Euphoric-Wash-5659 Jan 29th

What makes NYU Tisch have so many successful working actors compared to other schools?

I tend to search the IMDB/wiki of actors in shows I stumble upon (an actor thing lol). And noticed that NYU Tisch tends to have the most successful working actors in starring roles/main roles (a few of the bigger schools peppered in). ​ Other than...

Reddit by MaleficentSorbet4201 Jan 29th

Let's talk fanbase

How does an actor know the size of their fanbase, besides social media channels? Which isn't an accurate measure. This might seem like a dumb question, but I'm genuinely intrigued in the answers.

Reddit by nicenicevanana Jan 29th

Accent! [Help]

So I’m a Mexican who is about to move to Madrid, and I want to continue my acting career there, now I was wondering if my accent is going to stop me from getting the same kind of opportunities… Should I learn the Spanish accent or am I safe to find some roles...

Reddit by ObsessedWithSuccess1 Jan 29th

Actors who started off shy, what was your journey like?

Curious to know - what was it like for you originally starting, and stepping out of your comfort zone? How has acting and putting yourself out there changed you over time? Sincerely, a scared little man still hesitant to make the first leap of 'bravery' by...

Reddit by Neat-Pattern1999 Jan 29th

Auditioning On Actor’s Access

I’ve been wanting to get into acting for a while, and I took a class last semester at my university. I ended up dropping the class towards the end of the semester for personal reasons. Now, since I’m in NY until September, I wanted to take advantage of it as...

Reddit by Lollydusty Jan 29th

Do I Take In Perpetuity Contracts?

Im an actor located in Chicago and I recently just got represented by an agency. They offered me a contract with an in perpetuity clause and I was told never to take those. So I denied that audition and I’m anxiously waiting for the next opportunity. Did I...

Reddit by GamesWithGM Jan 29th

VO Atlanta X-Sessions - Worth It?

I'm going to VO Atlanta this year, and between the registration, flight, hotel, and food, it's going to be expensive, especially for a beginning voice actor. Are any of the X-Sessions worthwhile? They certainly seem great - small groups of intensive, focused...

Reddit by StarfleetClassOf22 Jan 29th

US agency without an O1 or Greencard

Hi I know the headline sounds incredibly naive but please hear me out, haha So I've been an actor for some years and have had some small to mid-size roles in things shot over here in Europe, some of them pretty big projects. Of course I've been looking into...

Reddit by PonderinLife Jan 28th

Do you feel that height is a big factor when casting directors look for leading males roles?

Pretty much the title. I was into acting for about 10 years. I’m 24 (been SAG since I was 12), and I’m 5’7. Been in many SAG film productions with lines and actual screen time. I’ve gone out for many “leading man” roles (dramatic and comedic). Roles where the...