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Reddit by mirrorsarereflective Jun 24th

How do actors in movies cry tears in scenes? Do they disciss with director?

films like Viola Davis in Doubt Or Michelle Williams in Blue Valentine, where they actresses are crying tears in scenes. Im talking about union projects and major ones. I dont get it. Does the actor tell the director that they will be crying and will be using...

Reddit by MarkiiMoe Jun 24th

The best damned self tapes ever?

I have some serious overkill equipment sitting around my house from my brother’s film setup. So I figured why move a few things around my podcasting room and set a self tape studio for some extra cash. Equipment: Canon C100 mkii w/17-55mm lens Sennhieser...

Reddit by Enjolras55 Jun 24th

Question about casting sites like AA, Backstage

When you submit to projects on things like Actors Access or Backstage, what do they typically ask you to prepare for an audition? Is it usually monologues, or do they send you sides before the audition? Is there any point of submitting if you don't have a...

Reddit by TheDarkKnightBegins Jun 24th

25-year old Indonesian male aspiring to be a sex symbol in the US. What's the best way to start?

Hi guys, I'm now 25 years old and 5 months, South East Asian, 167cm/5'6", quite athletic, speak English well and some French and Mandarin. I had an idea of becoming an actor when I was 16. But the thing is I didn't realize I was actually aiming to be a sex...

Reddit by FluffyWof Jun 24th

I wish there was a stronger emphasis on the technicality (eg staying on your marks) of acting in drama school.

After all the prep work of character work, script analysis and remembering to stay loose in a scene, I wish we had been told more of the importance of the technical side of acting. Eg working with a camera, remembering to get to a mark on a certain word but...

Reddit by EssamLofty Jun 23rd

Joe Rogan - Actors Are Mentally Unstable

Reddit by darlingamateur Jun 23rd

NYC Actors - would anyone be interested in a meetup?

I really want to network and make new acting friends and I was thinking it would be awesome to meet some of you in person! Also, I know a few people on here take classes at Actors Connection/One on One - I wanted to suggest maybe taking a class together? What...

Reddit by thisisnotarealperson Jun 23rd

Anyone here have any experience with Actor's Launchpad in NYC?

Just curious about your experiences there and how it compares to One on One or Actor's Connection.

Reddit by CulinaryRocks Jun 23rd

Acting when money is an issue?

When I was younger I did some commercials, but then my mother wanted me to focus on school- so I had to quit. Then, when I was 14, I had a minor role in a independent student film. (the student ended up abononing ​the project but ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ ) I am turning 18...

Stage 32 by Jimmer Falco Jun 22nd

The new guy in town!

Greetings all! Look forward to learning.

Reddit by DopamineMeme Jun 22nd

Acting Class: Investment or Waste of Money?

I have a dream of being one of the next great actors of a generation, but where do I start? Get cast in short films and work up from there? Acting class? Backstage? I wanna take the leap, but just need a direction to jump into. Thanks in advance!

Reddit by montethos Jun 22nd

How important are improv skills?

I figure since I’ve been getting some solid work lately I must be doing something right, but when I’m in acting class it feels like everything I can do on set is gone and I’m a complete wreck. does anyone have experience with this kind of problem? i usually...

Reddit by elitegenoside Jun 22nd

How to not Worry about an Agent?

So I just got done with a showcase that had some really amazing guest including top agencies. The show went great and I have been told by everyone that I did great (and I know that i feel like I did do my job). It's only been a couple days, but a few people...

Reddit by BedOfLavender Jun 22nd

Creating a Show

So, I’m a 16 (soon to be 18) year old female. I know what I want to do, and it’s acting. I live in Boise, Idaho and I’m finding it difficult to find a reputable agency or any experiences for my age range. I always thought if I can’t find an opportunity, then...

Reddit by mitakeet Jun 22nd

Where to look for Washington DC area non-union actors?

I'm planning on filming a feature-length non-union indie movie with a budget enough to pay each principal actor $1,000 for the job. I'm still working on scheduling, but intend to film over 4-5 weekends starting mid to late September. Most of the filming will...

Stage 32 by Pamela Vanderway Dialect Coach Jun 21st

Accents in Acting

Many actors love working on accent as a layer of storytelling, but not all. Lately I have been doing a lot of thinking about this second group. If this is you, can you share with me the factors that are keeping you from jumping in with both feet? (Is it not...

Backstage by Justine Jun 21st

Reading sides

Hi! So I’ve been sent some sides for a tapped audition, but there is a lot of dialogue between more than two people, and action that can’t really be shown from a self tape position. Does anyone have any tips for this? Thanks -Justine :)

Reddit by lilwoodzey2013 Jun 21st

Anyone have experience working/living in different cities, countries/markets?

It seems like the 3 major areas to work/live in as an actor would be LA, London, and NYC. (I know Atlanta and Vancouver do a lot as well) My question is, has anyone had experience living and working in 2 or more of these different areas/markets for a good...

Reddit by AutoModerator Jun 21st

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jun 21

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...

Reddit by nyctay Jun 21st

Feel like I am not doing things right...NYC

I've been acting for about 3 years now, last year super seriously. Have taken classes at HB Studio, Barrow Group, Comedic Improv. I have an okay reel, decent resume, some headshot's that I need to update. (I got much tanner, maybe this will get me some...