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Reddit by OneRing2RuleEmAll Sep 4th

Do I have to be self absorbed to be an actor?

I have this friend who’s trying to be an actor And he is really into the superficial part of it and doesn’t actually know how to act. He says that connections and image are the most important part. Seems a little fake if you ask me.

Reddit by Awkward-Ideal Sep 3rd

Should I go ahead with a non-union agency or wait and see about a union agency?

So I’m a fairly new actor with background experience in major SAG productions and supporting roles in two student films. I started sending out my info to agencies today and got two emails today from non-union agencies about interviews to see if I’d be a fit...

Reddit by JottScoplin Sep 3rd

The Stereotypical "Aspiring Actor" Personality/Lifestyle

Although I've been involved in the film industry in LA for several years, acting is something I've done for just under a year -- I landed my first speaking role for an online video series with a lot of reach just this past week. Throughout my time in this...

Reddit by Intelligent-Oil241 Sep 3rd

How do Actors Change their Accent?

Is it natural talent or do they get trained exclusively for that role? If it's the latter then wouldn't be cheaper for film studios to just do casting roles for americans only to avoid those extra costs?

Reddit by SpareRutabaga8416 Sep 3rd

Actors in nyc - tell me about tv/film there

Howdy! This is for the actors in NYC. Theater aside, can you talk about your experience or hurdles in booking paid television and film work in NYC? I’m moving from LA to be with family and I’m nervous about the lack of financially lucrative opportunities...

Reddit by Organic-Carob-3761 Sep 3rd

*UPDATED ROLES - Looking for actors for table read over Zoom - short film (32pgs)

\*\*\*Update - I have cast most of the roles, I am only in need of the roles listed below! Thank you for everyone who responded! I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be...

Reddit by alleglorys7 Sep 3rd

how do you get over the “unattainable” feeling?

i’m certain almost every aspiring actor/actress has gone through this. i’m not sure if my depression is instigating this but i go through ups and downs with my determination. sometimes i’m so certain that i’ll achieve what i’ve always wanted to do and that...

Reddit by chickenandwaffurs Sep 3rd

Any professional consensus on self-submitting after getting an agent?

Hi all! I’m very grateful to have signed with an agent last week who has already been working hard to pitch me to CDs and landing me auditions. However, I’ve been lurking this sub for a while and have noticed mixed opinions on whether an actor should continue...

Reddit by Logseman Sep 3rd

Idris Elba said that playing Heimdall in the MCU was "torture" because he had just played Nelson Mandela before, and he had got used to people cheering him and shouting "Madiba" (Mandela's nickname). How does that personality transfer from character to ac

Reddit by Disenno_de_Suennos Sep 3rd

I work at a call center

Hello, so I am training to be a voice actor and I happen to work at a call center. So how can I take advantage of this while I am at work? Is there any exercise that you would think that I can try with my calls? ​ Thank you very much in advance.

Reddit by NintendoAcademyMike Sep 3rd

Interview with the Voice Actress of Princess Peach from Super Mario

Hi everyone! I interviewed the voice actress of Princess Peach from the Super Mario series! She shares how she got started along with some tips for us up and coming voice actors! Interview starts soon!...

Reddit by Particular_Nobody779 Sep 2nd

Philadelphia/NYC

Hello, I am looking for an actress for a non-fiction short film I am working on within the Philadelphia/NYC region. The short will be around 28 minutes and the role is a supporting character. If you are available around October and interested please message...

Reddit by Appropriate_Crab2745 Sep 2nd

Joining ACTRA - Seeking Advice

Hey r/acting! I'm wondering if anyone here has thoughts on joining ACTRA. I'm attending an accredited theatre program in Toronto and was going to wait until this coming June (when I graduate) to join ACTRA because you can use your school credit to become...

Reddit by Organic-Carob-3761 Sep 2nd

Looking for Actors to do Table Read - short film (32pgs)

Hello - I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be conducted over Zoom, and recorded to further develop my screenplay. The date and time of the table read will be based on the...

Reddit by sonic_star_2 Sep 2nd

Dear actors of reddit, how to do a perfect self-tape/casting audition tape?

Hey guys! I'm studying Radio TV and Internet productions at College and I'm on my 1st year freshmen there, I'm really into these artistic stuff like music, movies, acting, etc. The teacher told that people from the 3rd year will need to record a show with...

Reddit by iJuanAyala Sep 2nd

Anthony Turpel from Hulu’s “Love, Victor” is the latest guest on my podcast, Actors With Issues! (Link in comments)

Reddit by Mammetoberon Sep 2nd

Trying to get back into acting after hiatus but am a little lost (26 M)

I did acting for a few years up until circa 2016 in nyc when I had to stop and finish my unrelated degree. After graduating, working an unfulfilling traditional 9 to 5 at a major company, and the early covid era closures, I am strongly considering getting...

Reddit by AutoModerator Sep 2nd

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback

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 hyvyys Sep 2nd

Is voice acting with intentional bad accent a thing?

In the beginning of the Witcher 3 video game, a Nilfgaard commander says: > Buckthorn? Never heard of it. But I’m not fluent in Common Speech yet. If we assume that the player’s language plays the role of Common Speech, that sentence comes as a bit of...

Reddit by CactusWithAbs Sep 2nd

Submitting samples without a demo?

I recently came across an actor’s directory (Queer Vox) and I’d really like to join. However, they require work samples or a demo, even though they accept all experience levels. I don’t yet have any VO work I can submit and don’t have a demo. I am taking...