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Reddit · 26 Oct 2018
Lately, both on here as well as on the TMFA facebook group, I see actors sharing stories about how they started as a background actor when they were then bumped up to a speaking role. It seems like a lot of them mention it happening, although they never go into detail of exactly how. Does this happen often? If it does,…
Reddit · 25 Oct 2018
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 feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…
Reddit · 25 Oct 2018
I originally just thought about posting this in the weekly ask thread, but I feel like it’s a question that would probably be worth discussing on it’s own. There’s a casting for a political party PAC advertisement. Needless to say, it’s for an opposing political party. But it also obviously pays. My demographic, I’m su…
Reddit · 25 Oct 2018
What about the craft can be learned about from these performances.
Reddit · 24 Oct 2018
I'm a director but I want my actors to adopt an exaggerated style of acting. Something akin to Japanese Kabuki theatre or general stylised acting something like Jack Nicholson in The Shining or The Joker in The Dark Knight. Are there any books on the art of overacting?
Reddit · 24 Oct 2018
I know there are a number of improv jams in LA, which are super cheap, anyone can show up, and improv a comedic scene. Does the same thing exist for dramatic scenes? And not necessarily improv - just a cheap place where actors come together and work on scenes?
Reddit · 23 Oct 2018
Hello! Wanted just a quick opinion from you all. What do you guys tend to use more, Actors Access or LA Casting? I use to use both, but I took a break from acting, and I've only reactivated my Actors Access account since I've been back. I'm currently not represented, so I haven't felt the immediate need to start up an…
Reddit · 23 Oct 2018
After 2 years of going to acting classes and workshops, several low budget student films and unpaid gigs, hundreds of dollars spent on good headshots and demo reels and countless nights worrying about if this is the right path for me. I finally managed to get a meeting with a manager this Thursday. Wish me luck fellow…
Reddit · 23 Oct 2018
A lot of one’s friends have insisted that since people are spending more time watching shows on Amazon Prime and Netflix (and things alike) that there are now more opportunities than ever. How true is this; and if you feel that this is false, when was the real *golden age* for actor/actress employment?
Reddit · 23 Oct 2018
Im currently applying for Drama Schools in the UK and Im not sure if realistically Im old enough to be considered. Im 19, which I know on paper isn't too young, but I also know people are quite often in their early 20s when they apply. I went to Sylvia Young's and have worked in the industry since I was young and I do…
Reddit · 23 Oct 2018
Hello, I have recently secured a full time job (accounting firm, 9-5 Monday to Friday). I know this will affect my chances of becoming an actor because I won't be able to attend auditions during the day, but how much of an effect will this have? Are there many auditions after 5pm or on the weekend? Or is video audition…
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
Hi guys, first time poster here and I hope this topic is OK. I have a friend who is bears a close resemblance to a well-known actor. It's close enough that complete strangers or people he's meeting for the first time have brought it up immediately. The facial resemblance and body type are both there. My friend is 19 ye…
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
Hey all! I've starting writing guides on getting actors / creatives out of the office as fast as possible so they can, well, create stuff / get to auditions Would really appreciate your thoughts / opinions if the below guide resonates / helps - happy for any feedback! [https://drive.google.com/open?id=1SYT5OVgeY1qiT7cw…
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
I had to do some at 16 in this film called 'Breath' with Elizabeth Debicki and was wondering what it was like for any other actors who have done the same. How do you feel about attitudes towards on-screen nudity as a whole?
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
I'm looking for additional resources when I move back to New York next month, and I'm already familiar with Actors Access, Backstage and Casting Networks. BUT I've never used IMDB Pro, and I'm wondering if anyone is familiar with it and can share a review of its pros and cons. Specifically if I get anything out of it t…
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
https://youtu.be/RL-uUivHW7Y What an amazing actor. He shows how he started his life in acting and how much he loves it. An amazing actor, defiantly the Captain America we’re all needed.
Reddit · 22 Oct 2018
So to start off my dream is to become an actor or a writer, I don’t see myself as anything else I don’t have an agent nor do I know how to get one I tried applying to two talent agencies and not hearing anything back despite telling me they’ll let me know if I’ll get represented or not I don’t have a reel but I’m tryin…
Stage 32 · 21 Oct 2018
does anyone belong to TinyChat? just found out we can watch shorts on TC AND AND WE CAN COMMENT on the short s at the same time...pretty cool
Reddit · 21 Oct 2018
Age:19. Ugh, after many standing roles, finally I got my first level 2 role which was a Bit Role. Now it wasn’t for a small series, but a big one with big stars. Anyway, my role was a soldier who comes to check is friend (A Medicare) who got injure. When my part came I was pressed, shivered, excited and talked so fast,…
Reddit · 21 Oct 2018
Hey voice over community! I am a novice/aspiring voice actor and currently write an informational and sometimes comical blog about my journey through the voice over world, how to start a career in voice acting (via my experiences), and sometimes how to do certain impressions or accents. I wanted to let you all know abo…
Reddit · 21 Oct 2018
Hello dear voice actors! I need your wise advice. ​ We're making an indie short-length interactive movie. Actually it will be an FMV game where you can choose what to do next (without any pause) and get 2 really different or 3-4 semi-different stories. The genre is Criminal Thriller. And we're making it in Russi…
Stage 32 · 20 Oct 2018
We are looking for actors that would like to participate in improv nights once a month. If you are an actor and want to polish off your skills and stay active, this is an excellent opportunity. No fees of any kind, just your passion for acting. Reply for location and time.
Reddit · 20 Oct 2018
I saw someone post about a short film they’re producing on a Facebook group for actors and filmmakers that I’m a part of, and messaged them asking about more information and that I was interested in being an actor for it. They said they already have their main actors but are still looking for extras. I’m only intereste…
Reddit · 19 Oct 2018
This weekend I'm going to be working as a scare actor in a haunted house but it's a non paid thing. Would it still be acceptable to add to my resume? I don't have a professional career yet, I'm still in school and just doing minor acting jobs at the moment.
Reddit · 19 Oct 2018
Hi there, Wrote my first short. Won a few play contests with it. It is laugh out loud funny from various non friends I’ve sent it to. I’ve already gotten rejected from 5 festivals and won 2 awards at one festival it got into including best short and actress. Any advice? Am I going to get rejected a ton? Diverse female…
Reddit · 19 Oct 2018
Hello everybody. I don’t know, this is probably terrible question and maybe you will tell me to fuck off. I want to pursue acting.( im even thinking about trying acting school). And I got lucky and got myself into a local theater. I saw one play and I thought okay, its not THAT bad. Now im actually in other one and its…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
I am a black, slightly overweight teenage actress. I am fluent in both English and Spanish and I sent my headshots and resume to 13 agencies and submitted then later asked to audition for a supporting role in a feature film 2 months ago. My emails are becoming increasingly dryer by the minute and I don’t want to sound…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
I am a black and slightly overweight teen who is an actress. I submitted to a bunch of agencies 2 months ago and submitted then got asked to audition for a supporting role in a feature film and my emails are becoming increasingly dry by the minute. I don’t want to sound naive or winey, but are actresses like me of valu…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
So I thought I’d make a video discussing the concept of casting types and how an actor can try and sort out for himself what casting directors and producers might be most likely to cast him/her as. Hopefully this helps a few of you! ☺️ r/https://youtu.be/0BT-sZiTa9g ​ ​ https://i.redd.it/qxpye51v7vs11.png
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
Hi, we would love your quick opinions on these potential BOOK TITLES for an insider guide to success in Hollywood (addressing Screenwriters, Directors, Actors, Producers) THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR OPINION!! 1. **MAKE MONEY IN HOLLYWOOD** a roadmap to success by Producer Tom Nunan (of the Oscar Winner CRASH) 2. **HO…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
Hey everyone. As most of you may know being an actor means you’re on display often. I have tried signing up for classes and I don’t have the strength to even go. I struggle with something I’m not even sure what to call it. Whenever I want to do something in life, I get super anxious and I freak out and back out of it.…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
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 feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
In other words; are most actors driven by either a vision of typical Hollywood success/gaining some sort of social respect by doing a good job at something that potentially makes them seem deep and understanding, or are most actors genuinely interested in doing a great job acting, and in enjoying the art in its own res…
Reddit · 18 Oct 2018
Hey guys! I'm currently an engineering student who is interning at a major media company for the technology department. I also happen to be a long-time actor (mostly stage). When I'm not working, I'm producing shows, acting, running a theatre club, etc. So at my company, they just sent out a contact list of all the int…
Stage 32 · 17 Oct 2018
I'm new on stage32 and am currently working on an interesting Tv series, let's network and share opportunities. send an invite
Reddit · 17 Oct 2018
I have read some negative reviews about TAPNYC here on reddit but I cannot even begin to imagine why. TAPNYC has changed my life for the better. I got all of my representation at TAPNYC - legit agent, manager, two commercial agents and a print agent. I met them all through TAPNYC and have been on various TV shows filmi…
Reddit · 17 Oct 2018
Background: I acted a LOT in high school. I was in at least two plays a year, I directed, interned at a professional theater...etc. Every time I acted, I'd get the most enthralling feedback. People came up to me after shows said, "Are you a professional actor?"..."You held the entire show together!"..."What acting scho…
Reddit · 17 Oct 2018
Hi actors, I need some advice! So I am about to have another interview with an agent. Now I am down to 2. **Agent A** or **Agent B.** Both agencies seem to rep for new clients with experience starting fro 2015-present. This means many of the actors are very new. I checked all their clients via imdbpro to see their book…
Stage 32 · 16 Oct 2018
Which social media platform do you find most beneficial to your career? I've found Instagram to be pretty effective, but I hear many people prefer Facebook or Twitter. Not a lot of love for MySpace nowadays ;)
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
I intend to make a small “duplass” $5 short film to shop around. I’ve had a screenplay optioned years ago, but this will be my first time behind the camera. Should I even post to a site looking for two actors? I just intend to submit it to some festivals. Which website(s) should I post too, or would it be just better t…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
Random, but I was curious. What young actresses/actors do you feel have great potential? I mean like under 30 yrs old or otherwise hasn't gotten huge accolades. Age doesn't really matter, just people who stand out who haven't gotten like an Oscar or whatever yet haha. Especially being a beginner in my late 20s, I'd jus…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
Short version: I work as a kid actor and make money but my mom has taken it all (excluding 15% that has to go to the cougan account) until now where she’s offering she takes it all until 6k and then I get money until 8k and then I get 60% and she gets 40% but it’s unlikely for me to consistently get more than 6k and th…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
I'm definitely not going to actually give up... live in LA, I have an amazing manager and agents, have a ton of opportunities. I lost a dream role that I tested at network level for 3 months ago. Ive really only put my head into "acting" for these 3 months, listening to podcasts, reading books, watching films. I think…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
Hi there! I am an actor in LA gathering information about brand and type. It's so valuable to get information about your type from other people. Especially strangers. I would be so appreciative if you took 5 mins to give me your opinions in this google survey. I'd love to return the favor if any fellow actors here do b…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
Hey guys, I'm an 18 year old who dreams of making it as an actor someday, I have not had any experience at all since my High School did not have anything to do with Drama, but I have a very strong feeling that I have what it takes, everyone around me thinks I can do it, I KNOW I can do it. I am planning on studying Dra…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
So at my college, I'm in the main stage show and there has been a bit of a problem with the cast. The cast is comprised entirely of freshman(all of the returning majors were cast in the studio show) besides 1 nonmajor Junior and 1 faculty member. I'm technically a freshman but I'm also 26. The problem with the cast is…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
I just wanted to preface by saying that this isn't me being bitter, I 100% understand that acting comes with a lot of rejection. This really is just a post out of curiosity. ​ Last month I auditioned for a Netflix series. It was for one of the lead roles. It was posted on Actors Access, and it was an Open Call t…
Reddit · 16 Oct 2018
Kinda struggling with building up a reel of footage and was wondering if there was any London film makers planning on making a short film/ anything on camera even just sketches. Are there any other actors looking to get more footage- I have a friend who’s pretty good at filming professionally and is always willing crea…
Backstage · 15 Oct 2018
https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/why-actors-sometimes-have-to-rely-on-networking-65568/
Backstage · 15 Oct 2018
Hello! I’ve wanted to be an actor for quite a long time, but I don’t really have any experience in the field. I decided that I want to pursue my dream. I was looking at universities and saw that they require auditions for admittance should I take classes before I...
