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  3. Backstage by Gladstone Apr 2nd

    Retouching Service

    I had some great headshots taken, but now I'm looking for a good place to have them retouched. I'm in the LA area, but since this is a pretty easy thing to take care of via email, are there any recommendations/people you guys like to use for retouching...

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  4. Backstage by Malvolio2222 Apr 1st

    NY Agencies List

    Is there a list floating about for NY agencies? I know there's one for LA that has them sorted into "tiers". I just moved to NY from LA, and a list like that would be extremely helpful. Thanks!

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  6. Backstage by Ian Mar 31st

    How To Be An Actor VIDEO ASSISTANCE

    YouTube https://youtu.be/02fJOAzoWrE What do you have to do? What are the steps? Here’s an introduction video just for you all. The best part is, if you choose to watch all of it you can and if you don’t that’s okay too. Everything here is to help you all...

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  7. Backstage by Ashton Mar 30th

    Need a Demo Reel?

    Hey Guys and Gals, I've been a freelance Editor and Director of Photography for about 13 years now. I know how crucial reel's are for actors, it's the same for us. I would love to edit or work with you on shooting your reel. Pricing is very reasonable, and...

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  8. Backstage by warboss5 Mar 26th

    Resume questions: The Black Mark

    Hey all, this question is specific, but the general gist is: should some work be left off your resume even if it means empty space because it will actively turn casting directors away from you? More specifically: I've done a couple of jobs for Golden Era...

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  9. Backstage by SecretAgentMan Mar 21st

    2018 Pilot Season - By City

    I thought you guys might find this interesting. It's a list of where each one-hour pilot was shot. Much to my surprise, New York attracted the most projects this year. I had my money on Atlanta. NEW YORK, 11 Get Christie Love (ABC) Holmes Sisters (ABC) The...

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  10. Backstage by TheDisasterfARTIST Mar 20th

    Looking for a Great Acting Class?

    Lifebook Acting Academy is a great place for artists of all levels of talent. Whether just starting out or a seasoned veteran, our alumni collaboratively work together to help each learn, create, and get inspired. Allen is a great teacher with a motivational...

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  11. Backstage by Tomster Mar 19th

    Anyone participate in NYC Meetups?

    I'm just curious which Meetup groups in NYC are worthwhile. I'm not looking for a casting director workshop, or to find a girlfriend. I only want a place to make friends and share war stories. Let me know. Thanks! Tom

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  12. Backstage by Actor4Life1 Mar 14th

    Contemplating the move to L.A. within 1-2 years

    Hi all. Having done 9 co-star roles in episodic TV in the last few years, and a few principal roles in features, I'm seriously thinking about moving out to L.A. (I'm familiar with the driving grid have visited and spent lots of time out there in the past)...

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  13. Backstage by Blueberry Mar 13th

    East Coast Auditions

    Hi everyone I just recently moved back to the east coast from L.A. and I‘m trying to find the best casting sites out here to submit for Auditions. What’s the equivalent to Actors Access, Backstage, and LA Casting but on the east coast? I know each of those...

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  14. Backstage by FRANKSHINERSING Mar 7th

    FEEDBACK ON MY PROFILE

    Hello Everyone! I just set up my profile and if anyone would be nice enough to give any feedback on what I should change or add.. that would be AMAZING! Thanks and best of luck! Shine on, Frank Shiner

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  15. Backstage by ataylor Mar 7th

    production

    I will be moving to Los Angeles in a month to pursue an acting career. I figured a good way to start out would be to try and get a job as a production assistant. I have no experience. I am trying to figure out how to get my foot...

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  16. Backstage by Gladstone Feb 28th

    Finding Monologues for Reel

    I'm looking to put together a basic self-tape reel to at least have something to show off my skills, but am looking for material. What's the best resource(s) for finding 1-3 minute monologues? My background: male, late 20's/early 30's. I already have some...

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  17. Backstage by LoraleeTyson Feb 27th

    Branding help!

    Hi there, I'm working on defining my branding/type before getting new headshots and would love if you could complete this survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/58JDMT9 If anyone else wants to do this, I'd be happy to complete your survey as well! Thanks...

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  18. Backstage by swanprincess Feb 21st

    The Best Time to Move to LA?

    I'm reading contradicting advice from different people/sources on when an actor should take the plunge and move to LA. I currently live in Austin, TX, and it's a great city and I have a pretty comfortable/stable lifestyle. The acting scene is decent enough...

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  20. Backstage by gyokoren Feb 19th

    Things to Know Before Moving to LA

    Here is a list of bullet points derived from a multi-year discussion on the old forum entitled "Things You Wish You Were Told (before moving to LA) most of which I found to be spot-on when I made the move a few years ago...

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