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(Actors Studio Drama School) and the Fraudulence behind Certain Drama Schools by Affectionate-Air7157 • last post Aug 28th
For those considering an MFA or even just continued training after college, please be meticulous in your research of certain organizations. It is imperative that you understand what you are getting yourself into, especially if, like myself, you are putting down your own money to attend said institutions. I specifically want to \*\*WARN\*\* students/actors/writers/directors/ AWAY from the "Actors Studio Drama School at Pace University." Here, you will certainly not be getting your bang for your buck. You will be spending your entire life paying off an education that is not respected in the industry, nor an institution that even CARES about you. Let me start off by saying that there ARE some great teachers at this institution and there are classes in which great training will be presented to you, HOWEVER, great institutions go beyond this, they foster diversity, a safe place for artists, present opportunities, they respect their students, are transparent with them, hornet with them, invest in student's futures, have an amazing leadership that can be trusted... these elements were not found at "ASDS at Pace University." The root of The Actors Studio Drama School's problems (it's disrespect for students) begins with the school's only purpose of being a money making machine. This money making machine is to the benefit of funding Pace University and its parent institution "The Actors Studio." Students are promised a finalist status after their graduation at the historical Actors Studio, which is a huge selling point for the MFA program. However, The Actors Studio is critically misguided.... the members are rude to students and alumni, the "maternal" figure of the studio ( an Oscar winning actress) is a belligerent bully who especially enjoys going after young women, and the acting space is NO "safe place," let me tell you, it is toxic, vile, and that stage is used for intimidation more than "artistic exploration." Also, if you have attended the Actors Studio Drama School (a school that pays for that institution to stay alive) they mock you for having gone "to that school!" The hypocrisy is WILD. So... imagine if this is your parent institution...the ego, the mistreatment of performers, and more is going to trickle down into your CASH COW...oops, I meant "school." Further, PACE has no interest in the school and does nothing for it. They tried to take the three year track and make it into 2 years to save money for themselves... and were confused when students demanded "black box rehearsal space." The new Chair of the school is a hot mess who lies constantly and does not think students deserve the truth or common decency. You don't get to perform in a full play, NO single play is EVER put up except in your repertory season, which they have been trying to shut down or drastically minimize since 2021. It's all about saving money. I honestly could keep going on and have so many examples of how students have been disrespected and flat out LIED to.... but really this is a warning, do not waste your money and above all, your precious time. I want all actors to THRIVE and unfortunately there are so many institutions willing to exploit your eagerness to be an artist. Do your research (not just google, but asking people, current students, etc) All the best, A concerned artist <3
Actorsaccess Freezing Problems? by Hot-Space8691 • last post Aug 28th
If anyone else out there uses actors access does it randomly freeze the listings sometimes? Like my breakdown services hasn't been uploading new projects for a couple days now it randomly just freezes then a couple days later it starts back up? That can't be a coincidence even across all the different coasts. Can anyone explain? Thanks!
Feedback and Advice For A Novice VO! by GoodyGhoul • last post Aug 28th
Hello fellow voice actors! My name is Steele Bird, and I am looking to really step up my game and turn Voice-over and Voice-acting into my career. I finally have a day job that pays the bills while allowing me more time to focus on what the things I am passionate about, mainly creating content and VO. I was able to get my first demo done last year with some coaching, and I would like to hear some constructive criticism on how it sounds, I have long since upgraded my gear and I believe it may be time for another demo in the future (after some much needed coaching and classes). Also if there are any classes, seminars or courses you recommend for someone starting out I would love to see it. I have read through Dee Bradley Bakers, I Want to Be A Voice Actor! As well as taking some courses on Udemy from Peter Baker. [Here it is currently on Soundclound](https://soundcloud.com/steele-birdvo/voice-over-character-demo-2021), A professional website is in the works right now! Thank you all for your time!
Going rate for a beginner voice actor? by tokyodoll • last post Aug 28th
Is this a decent going rate? Absurd? When I have looked online it sounds a bit higher than this but I’m new… “as you are new to voice over field, we will be able to offer $15 to $30 per 10,000 words of raw audio”
I was born in the states and my life is now in a non English speaking country. I don’t want to be an actress where I live because I don’t have control over my accent in that language. What do I do? by smoothdisaster • last post Aug 27th
I gave up acting because I felt like my choice is between living where I live and acting and I’m sad… I’ve rejected so many artistic ventures in my life because they aren’t realistic and I’m trying to build a life. But sometimes I wonder about leaving it all and trying my luck in LA. I don’t want to continue a life without art but I don’t want to leave my country and do it all again
Should I keep my IMDbPro if I only have 2 credits, one show being with a hollywood actor? by caoroux • last post Aug 27th
We all know how expensive IMDb Pro is and I'm not sure if it is worth keeping my profile up. I only have 2 credits. One being an indie, short film and one show hasn't even aired yet cause they just started few months ago. Is it worth it?
Piercing and tats by Apprehensive-Hawk-67 • last post Aug 27th
As an up incoming actress, I do love piercings and plan on getting tats, should I or do any of you have any reservations with getting tattoos or piercings and do you think it could hinder your career? Ps. I am not type casted as a punk or gothic type of person
Is it me or COVID? Getting an agent in NYC by throwwayactrrrr33435 • last post Aug 27th
I'm a really good actor, I have a strong reel, my headshots could be better, I'm AEA member. I've been emailing agents like mad and while they click and open my emails, nothing really comes of it. I did get signed with a manager who has only gotten me like 3 self tapes and they've all been completely out of my age range (I look teen-early 20s, they're 30s-40s). I also interviewed a couple of agents who only wanted me for commercials because "that's where the money is". Is there something I'm doing wrong? Is there a better way to be contacting agents? Should I be mailing them my resume and headshot instead? I'm honestly losing my mind. I don't think this sub is super active, but I'm not sure where else to ask. The industry seems to be underwater due to the pandemic even on a hollywood a-list level, but if there's more I could be doing, I would like to do it.
Does anybody else have this problem? by lucidtalks • last post Aug 27th
I’m a good actor alone or with very few people in the room but when it comes to actually performing the scene in front of an audience in class or for a tape. I just melt and loose all my skill and can’t get deep into the scene and connect with the other actor. I just forget pretty much all my skills and collapse my performance. It becomes suddenly impossible for me to focus. Am I alone?
voice actor needed by Apprehensive-Chef151 • last post Aug 27th
im currently writing lyrics for the undertale soundtrack there will be no payment this is just for fun and will be uploaded to youtube thank you dm me if interested
Inside the Actor’s Studio Question by poehlerandparks19 • last post Aug 26th
Hi! This might be silly, but the only others besides me who seem interested in this show are other actors, so I thought I’d ask here. This show is incredibly hard to find and view. But, I’m looking for one specific episode! I’m trying to find Laura Linney’s episode, from season 15. And online, season 15 is the only one that’s fully missing from every website the show is listed on! Same with Amazon Prime, etc. So, does anyone here have any p*rated links or resources for the show or the episode I’m looking for? Any ideas? A girl will do anything to get her ITAS fix. Thank you!
German or French communities? by mc_redspace • last post Aug 26th
Are there any German or French voice acting communities I could join? I'd like to start voice acting and I have been told I should really try it in English, French and German because I'm good enough to have conversations in English and French and German are my native languages which means I speak them really well. Where should I go for those languages? btw I'd like to voice act for video game mods because I think they lack voice actors and they sound fun to voice act for.
Looking to introduce myself to the LA market through classes. Recommendations? by brownalebish • last post Aug 26th
Hey I’m a Bay Area actor who’s looking to form more connections in the LA market before officially moving. I was wondering which studios, classes, or teachers are most talked about or reputed and what they’re known for. On the opposite note which ones should I avoid? I definitely need to develop my overall skills from auditioning, script analysis, character development and so much more and I really want to improve, but I feel I’ve exhausted most of my options in the Bay Area simply due to the quality of teachers and the skills of my peers unfortunately but still want to work on my craft in a meaningful way
Can a SAG actor work in India for Amazon? by terribleatlying4real • last post Aug 26th
My daughter is a SAG -AFTRA member and usually works in the US and Canada. She recently auditioned for an Indian web series that’s being produced for Amazon India, and is selected. The production team / business affairs in India doesn’t know anything about SAG so my question is, can I go and work for them or do I have to apply for any waiver or does Amazon India submit any request here in the US? She definitely wants to do this project but not by going against SAG-AFTRA rules. Any guidance or sharing of experiences is highly appreciated. P.S.: I will be calling SAG in the morning. Just wanted to check with fellow actors here since this may not be a very unique problem.
Is it ever worth paying to meet Casting Directors? by KittyMacaroon • last post Aug 26th
Through TAFTA in Australia, you can pay $250-400 to meet Casting Directors that promise to teach you skills on how to get noticed and build relationships with them over 5-6 hours. I'm wondering if anyone has done these sorts of events and if they're worth it? The casting directors are legit big names in the industry, but I wonder if they're just phoning it in for the cash and have no interest in the actors applying.
Management Company Questions? by Blueeyesindisguise • last post Aug 26th
Hello! I was wondering if any of you could expand on these questions? 1. What are some red flags I should look for on a management companies IMDB? 2. What rank would a top management company fall under on IMDB? 3. What are red flags about their clients? 4. Most of their clients have a ranking of 25,000+ is that bad? 5. Many of their clients aren't actors but directors and writers? What does that say? 6. What questions were you asked in your meeting? I would appreciate any insight into how to read management companies. THANK YOU!
I want be an actor by WorkaFN • last post Aug 26th
I want to be a famous actor I don't how ill do it but I will and i know the journey will be hard if anyone knows freinds the tv show those actors are amazing there are so many great show like stranger things breaking bad Izombie and more but I don't if in the future I'll be able to get on big shows like this but first I need to get experience in acting then I need a agent after that im going to try to be a background character in a show after if someone notices me mabye I'll be able to get on a show I've always wondered what I was going to do with my life right now I'm 14 going to be 15 next week I'm still in high-school I always thought that I'd want to be an astronaut or a policeman but I feel like I've figured out what I want to do for the rest of my life and that is acting.
Teen/young adult voices for two male characters (10 - 15 cents per word or 30 - 50 US dollars hourly pay) by Castingdirector42 • last post Aug 26th
Hey everyone, I'm looking for two voice actors for my small project. I'm also looking for a casting assistant, a Caligraphy Artist (Occult symbols / runes), a Test screener / ''beta viewer'' / Reviewer. For those positions you can apply with your portofolio only. If you're interested you can find more information about each position & apply here: [https://www.castingcall.club/projects/voice-actors-needed-youtube-horror-web-series-arg](https://www.castingcall.club/projects/voice-actors-needed-youtube-horror-web-series-arg) **If you're selected, I will always pay you before you start working, so you can be certain you won't be scammed** Voice actors payment: 30 - 50 US dollars / hour worked or 10 - 15 cents per word; Keep in mind this is a small web series so you won't have more than 1 - 2 hours of work per month, at least until the series picks up. I prefer to pay via patreon. You can select ''upfront charge'' and you'll get the money the moment I send them. I'm also open to trying other payment options, but patreon is definitely the best, easiest option **A short description / logline for my story:** * A mentally unstable teenager is left to die in a vast, foreboding forest. Helpless and alone, he decides to team up with an odd, mysterious stranger in order to survive.
Actors who play musical instruments, do you charge the theatre a rental fee for using your own instrument? by HealthyShadeOfGreen • last post Aug 26th
I just booked a role where I will be playing my violin, and potentially also mandolin and ukulele. Should I be getting any additional pay as a rental fee for using my personal instruments? Contracts have not been drawn up yet. They're some of the most expensive things I own, and I would hate for them to get damaged, especially since we will be working with community children as fellow actors. I've had my personal clothing and shoes rented from me before, but I don't know what the industry standard is with musical instruments. Is fine if it's not standard practice, I would just love to know either way. Thanks in advance!
Paid gig ($2000 for 3-5 days of remote work) by robertdeniro6969 • last post Aug 26th
Seeking actors and actresses who are able to shed tears in front of a camera. This is a paid gig and production will be done remotely so don’t worry about location, though we are based in Houston if anyone is wondering. If you are interested, simply send an audition tape of yourself looking directly at the camera and crying. Nothing else. Please no introductions or additional comments, as we will not consider any videos that include talking (unless you are talking to yourself). The video should be unedited and include the entirety of your process/buildup, as well as everything that comes after your tears (deep breaths, calming down, whatever you do to gather yourself). Basically, we want to see everything from the moment you press record to the moment you press stop. If you are recording an audition on your phone, please make sure it is in landscape mode (turned horizontally). If you have any questions let me know, otherwise you can send your audition video to the email listed below. P.S. If it takes you a couple attempts to cry, that’s okay! Don’t hit stop. We want to see EVERYTHING. We’re not looking for who can cry quickest or best, we’re just looking for actors we think are interesting. So send us everything. The more embarrassing the better :) loafgren@protonmail.com