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Reddit by 50FootClown Jul 29th

Nothing for months, then too damn much on one day.

I've been with my agent for about three months now, non-union, waiting and hoping to start getting union work. (Or like so many actors...*any work.*) This week I self-submitted for a non-union commercial project that promises to be a lot of fun, actually...

Reddit by Zealousideal_Ruin728 Jul 29th

How to do a self tape with a super short script?

Hello, I’m thinking of submitting a self tape to a local commercial project. This is one of my first self tapes ever, and I really don’t have much experience in the acting sphere besides some classes, but want to get into it. I’ve watched a lot of actor’s...

Reddit by One-Improvement5058 Jul 29th

How do you deal with working on an acting set for months?

I hear a lot of movies film five to six months while tv shows might film nine months or maybe a year. How do you deal with being on set for so long and working 14 to 16 hour days? I know a lot of actors dont have to go through that because a lot of actors...

Reddit by juanwand Jul 29th

Casting Networks for Background Acting a worth it?

I’ve finished the two week trial which I was convinced to try from a fellow BG actor. I’ve not booked a single job. is it worth it to start paying? He shared he got 2-3 gigs a week off it.

Reddit by Maleficent_Media2556 Jul 29th

Curious how common it is for working actors to also teach at the university level, long-term

Was reading about how Armin Shimerman (character actor, spent years on DS9) has been teaching Shakespeare at USC for a long time now, not as a guest speaker but as an actual ongoing program. Got me thinking about how rare that combination is, someone who's...

Reddit by Hayden_lxt Jul 29th

What to expect as a child actor?

So I'm just curious to know what the process of getting casted and working on set would be like for a minor and just what the process is like in general. Is accommodation getting paid for both actor and guardian? The flight? Does the family have to be...

Reddit by VindicatedNarwhal Jul 29th

Real-life actor couples, what's it like dating another actor?

I'm curious to hear about experiences from actors who are/have been in a relationship with other actors, whether you ever had to act together or not. Do you feel like it made your relationship better or more complicated? What were the biggest upsides or...

Reddit by Agreeable_Taro1508 Jul 29th

I Got My Acting Results And I’m Not Happy

So for context, I attend Identity School of Acting in London. I have been enjoying my time there and it was the reason why I moved to London before I even auditioned for it. It was actually because of Damson Idris’ performance in Snowfall that I decided to...

Reddit by NoahsRIK Jul 29th

A tough decision for me to make :/

Hey! I'm a 20 year old aspiring actor and filmmaker based in Denmark. I’m in a bit of a tough spot, and to be honest, I’m really unsure about what to do. I’ve been offered a place in a physiotherapy education (last 3,5 years), starting this summer. There’s no...

Reddit by bigheadGDit Jul 29th

Is Dragonukconnects gone?

I've been an actor in the DMV now for a few years and regularly check their postings. For the past few months whenever I try to go to their website on Firefox and Chrome, I get a message that the site is undergoing extended maintenance. Is this something on...

Reddit by greenmelonfarmer Jul 29th

Horrible Experience on local SF Bay Area TV Show Film Set

First, I got to set at 9 AM and was not needed for a scene until 6 PM. We got told we wouldn't be needed until 2 PM after our arrival on set which is already super unprofessional. **I submitted for a supporting role and was not informed I was an extra until...

Reddit by Hollowpurple0069 Jul 29th

Direction advice

Hello, I know I’ve asked this question a few times before in this sub but I like to get as many perspectives and opinions as possible to better guide my decision with all the facts and information. But I was wondering what advice anyone would have for me a 20...

Reddit by SolidIndependence565 Jul 29th

Voice Actor

I’m looking for a voice that has a younger feel, closer to a young adult male voice, while still being able to deliver serious and suspenseful documentary-style narration. The style is similar to Dr. Insanity — using real police incidents, bodycam footage...

Reddit by Ok_Economy9788 Jul 29th

[PAID] Voice Actors Needed to Tell a Short Story (max 10 mins)

# We’re looking for voice actors to record a short story to help us market our app Alias on TikTok. ✅ Note: this post has been cleared by the mods. **The gig:** * Length: 1–10 min voice recording * Pay: $30 USD per recording (you can submit multiple) *...

Reddit by imnotchouserr Jul 28th

Meeting with a casting director!

Yesterday I got a call from my manager that a casting director wanted to meet me! After further research (IMDBpro) I learned she has won an Emmy for casting and has had other Artios award nominations for casting. I’m wondering how rare this is for a Non-Union...

Reddit by Outrageous_Rip3787 Jul 28th

Overwhelmed with creating a Reel

Hey everyone, I’m an actor based in NYC and moved here about two years ago. Lately I’ve been getting completely overwhelmed by one thing: creating a reel. My goal is TV and film, but I don’t really have any scene footage yet. I have several monologues I’ve...

Reddit by CommercialHoliday344 Jul 28th

NYC ACTORS - Best Stella Adler Studio Class?

HI!!! Looking to try a different studio in NYC for classes. Have gone to all the ones we all know of, but have yet to try Stella Adler. Can anyone suggest good classes/teachers at the school? Interested in the 8 week courses, not conservatory training! Thank...

Reddit by AutoModerator Jul 28th

BASIC QUESTIONS + HEADSHOTS/TYPE/AGE-RANGE WEEKLY MEGA THREAD

Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere. We have a FAQ which attempts to answer basic questions about acting. \[Have a look\](...

Reddit by citydudeatnight Jul 28th

They starred in shows. Then AI actors ripped off their performances.

Reddit by AggravatingWar2815 Jul 28th

How to tell my agent I want to leave them?

Hey guys so I need help, I am wanting to move on from my agent and look for a new agent after being with my agent for only 1 year and I want to know how should I word my email to them?? for context they won’t put me in the actors program in the agency cause I...