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Reddit by spinningbird17 Aug 19th

No acting, but unique-ish skills question.

As stated in the title I dont really have a resume. I was in a print ad for Fred Meyers and a background for a Dutchbros promo video about 16 years ago. I went on with life chasing other goals and have come back full circle to the one that I never pursued. I...

Reddit by Meechee83 Aug 19th

Elaborate Scam? OpusConnect

So, I received the following email 2 days ago: *Hello \_\_\_\_\_\_,* *I hope this message finds you well. As part of a general search for voice talent for an upcoming educational production, we came across your portfolio and were impressed by the quality and...

Reddit by Zombiepotato6 Aug 19th

I Have to Leave LA and It’s Devastating

I just need to get this off my chest and wanted to share with a community that would understand. I moved to LA in 2021 to go college and study theatre, because performing was the only thing I cared about and I wanted a career in film/tv. I grew a tremendous...

Reddit by BarryEgans Aug 19th

If you were in LA, trying to get SAG-E, what would be the best route?

I have referenced the SAG-Aftra licensed agencies and there are a staggering number of agencies. I’m currently with a fairly boutique agency that gets me auditions but many of them are open to the public on Actors Access. And then I also have an option for an...

Reddit by AnxiousGourd Aug 19th

Feeling Sad After a Rough Performance

I shot a co star today, and basically… I sucked. I know, you might think “I doubt you sucked!” But truly I don’t know what happened to me. I’m generally a solid actor (I think?) and typically get excellent feedback… I was prepared, I’ve done this before… but...

Reddit by GoldieBoy1237 Aug 19th

Getting a part time job

Hey Guys! When I’m going for a part time job, what should I tell the employer about my acting? Do I say, I’m an actor and I need you guys to be flexible with my lifestyle as I may be called upon to goto an audition or an acting job. I have no clue

Reddit by Dry-Guidance3416 Aug 19th

[30F] Me and my [30M] husband have been married for 7 years and I want to start acting, but he considers on-screen kissing cheating.

I had nothing to do with acting when we met. I decided to start acting 3 years ago as it was my childhood dream. The first thing he told me was he wasn’t sure he could handle me kissing other actors. I explained him everything that it's unromantic...

Reddit by Reasonable_Bus_8969 Aug 19th

Acting question for academic project (I'm an animator)

Hey actors of reddit, I'm working on my end sem academic project on character animation and specifically understanding about acting and realism. If the acting pros out here can help me with it that would be great! I want to understand what goes in your mind...

Reddit by OkLetterhead1958 Aug 19th

Improv-based auditions

Comedic acting is my favorite thing to do. I would say I excel at it. Improv is another story - I freeze up and I don't know what to say. I have trouble focusing on what the other actor is trying to build with me with their choices. I just don't get it. My...

Reddit by Relative-Platform669 Aug 19th

Does anyone else deal with this?

Do any known actors/actresses have visible sh scarring?

Reddit by imjealousofyou Aug 19th

Is it tacky to message a director you really like because you just auditioned for her next film?

she's mainly an actress but this'll be her directorial debut for a sag film. she was one of my favorite actors from a big show in the 2000s and I sent in my audition 3 days ago(deadline was Monday) would it be weird to message her to try to up my chances of...

Reddit by Crunky_Va Aug 19th

Is this demo reel potential?

Heya! I’m an inspiring actor in the uk! I have a few clips for my demo reel already shouting angry, sad e.c.t. And I’m looking for anyone’s opinions if this should go in too! If anyone has any opinions I would be happy to hear!

Reddit by ChrisCosbyMusic Aug 19th

First NPC role in a videogame - Would Love feedback and advice

This is my first actual game NPC role (Previously, I've been doing some Skyrim & Fallout mod roles to try and learn) I have very little access to training and I'm new to acting as a whole - but have been talking with two friends who are trained actors with...

Reddit by jmh1881v2 Aug 19th

Actors who lost a lot of weight, how did you time out new headshots?

When I got my headshots I was close to 240 pounds. I am now 200. My goal is somewhere between 150-165 pounds. I’m not sure I want to spend $500 on headshots, but at the same time my current headshots don’t look enough like me currently that I want to use...

Backstage by foodiefirst Aug 18th

Marian: An Original Musical - Alabama Shakes

Stage 32 by Laura Hammer Aug 18th

Building the Life Before Page One: Creating a Character Backstory That Fuels Your Performance

The character you play existed long before their first line of dialogue — and the actors who understand that life are the ones who walk into every scene with something extra. As Viola Davis puts it, "The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are...

Stage 32 by Amanda Toney Aug 18th

Tips for Acting Scared on Stage and in Film

https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/scared-acting-23814/

Reddit by Dull_Ad_9523 Aug 18th

Would taking a full-time 9–6 production job make it unrealistic to keep pursuing acting in LA?

Career question: I’m 23 and moved to LA to pursue acting. I took a step back recently, but since I started submitting again, I’ve been receiving several auditions and have had a couple of callbacks. It’s making me wonder whether I should give acting a more...

Reddit by Any-Interest2781 Aug 18th

Hello is there any newgen/rookie japanese voice actors who deserves more lead roles in Anime?

Hello I just want to ask if you know about new voice actors in Japan who deserve give a main role in anime and for example that is Taihi Kimura, rookie voice actor who will Chihiro from the upcoming Kagurabachi anime which is released next year.

Reddit by 3beyfyp Aug 18th

Do actors prefer when casting directors let them know if they didn't get the part?

I'm working as an AD on a college short film and handling the audition emails. In the past, I used to send rejection emails to the actors who submitted their self-tape. However, I recently saw a thread where actors said they didn't like it. They argue that...