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  1. Reddit by Impact525 Apr 2nd

    How to ensure success from a new agent?

    What up people? I'm happy to announce I've just signed with my very first agent! They're my theatrical agent but they have a commercial and print division so I'm signed across the board. I'm so proud of myself! However, I'm strangely much less excited than I...

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  2. Reddit by istayc3 Apr 2nd

    I want to be famous. Am I a "real actor?"

    I want to be famous. My biggest acting goal is fame. 99.9% of people here say that "real actors" don't chase after fame, they just hone their craft and hope for the best. But, I consider myself a real actor because a person can wish for fame *and* still be...

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  3. Reddit by andthatisthetruth Apr 2nd

    Is wanting fame that bad?

    *"People who have fame as their end goal aren't real actors."* \- 99.9% of actors here. Why do people always say that fame shouldn't be your end goal for acting? Is wanting fame *that* bad? A person can desire fame *and* still study acting so they can be...

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  5. Reddit by MoonBoyOnTheMoon Apr 2nd

    NEW YORK and LA ACTORS! Question for you!

    Hello! I’m a 22 Toronto actor with over 5 years of film and television experience. I’ve had supporting leads, series regulars, guest stars and principal roles on networks such as Hulu, family Channel, shudder, feature films and more. I’m about to guest star...

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  6. Reddit by spoutil Apr 2nd

    UK or Canada for film / tv?

    Hello everyone. I am an aspiring actor with some training under my belt. I am able to work in Canada or the UK so getting a visa isn't a concern thankfully. I have been looking into which country would be the best in terms of opportunities for film & tv but...

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  7. Reddit by yeehawbookworm Apr 2nd

    Day Player for Short Film

    Hi everyone! I'm a newish actor and was asked to be a day player for a short film (unpaid role). We're two days out from the shoot date and I haven't received script sides, location, or even a call sheet. Does this seem fishy for anyone or am I just...

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  8. Reddit by writerwriterwrider Apr 2nd

    Casting Director and Agency workshops in NYC

    Hello! I am moving to NYC by the end of the year. My goal is obviously to save up to move but also to invest in a good networking workshop. My dream is to be an Actor. I came to realize that this journey is me and a million other people. I always knew this...

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  9. Reddit by Iceycat1234 Apr 2nd

    Finding work

    Hey Reddit so I’m an actor but I’m also looking to get into voice acting specifically mocap and video game acting. Any advice on where to find work I use backstage but I’m barely booking and these jobs just don’t interest me half the time. Just need some tips.

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  10. Reddit by jennalefay Apr 2nd

    Grief making me a bad (/worse) actor?

    So, I'm fully prepared for the answer to this to be "go to therapy", I just wanted to see if anyone here had any advice first. I went to do my acting degree in Sept 2016. I started off the year as probably one of the bottom of the class in terms of skill, but...

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  11. Reddit by theosavageart Apr 2nd

    Voice Actor Needed for Animated Skit

    I need a voice actor that can do a convincing Gordan Ramsay impression or close to it. I'm willing to pay $30 for 3 short rants that go on for 10 secs. This part does not have a script, so you can improvise the lines. You can send your audition using the info...

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  13. Reddit by Foxfell_ Apr 2nd

    SHOWCASE #1 | Self-Promotion Thread!

    Welcome to **The Voice Box Showcase!** Every so often, we will be making posts titled **SHOWCASE** for voice actors to promote their work. Remember to interact with other actors on this thread as well. Let's help, encourage, and meet our voice acting peers!...

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  14. Reddit by ClosetCD Apr 1st

    Advice on Getting Started With Acting

    Cameron Lee Price, an up and coming actor, gives advice to people seeking to do well in the industry. Listen to more advice from Cameron [here](https://anchor.fm/muse-unseen/episodes/Cameron-Lee-Price-Becoming-a-more-sought-), and learn how he manages having...

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  15. Reddit by biologynerd3 Apr 1st

    Tips for physical/slapstick comedy on stage

    I'm a super new actor but I was cast in a community theater production recently which is very exciting! The play leans more comedic and as we've started rehearsals my director has been talking about taking a very slapstick route with one of my characters. I'm...

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  17. Reddit by Key_Information5562 Apr 1st

    What are agents?

    I heard that many actors that are successful have agents, what are agents and what do they do, also how do you get one?

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  18. Reddit by ThrowMineAway99 Apr 1st

    How has the Casting Timeline changed with COVID?

    I got an audition for a series regular role. I submitted yesterday through my agent. It is shooting this April. If I got a callback when should I expect one? Does this mean the pool of actors asked to audition is likely smaller than usual? I read a great...

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  20. Reddit by The_Talking_Ted Apr 1st

    For new voice actors

    Do that first audition. Get the microphone you've been looking at for a while. Take action. You can't get anywhere if you don't attempt to put yourself out there. You got this and you've got a whole community here to support you when you need it. It may be...

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