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Reddit by commiefren Jan 8th

Don't know if this is the sub for it, but in making a shirt film in the Seattle area this summer and need some actors

Reddit by thisismeacting Jan 8th

Do I have a chance if I’m a hijabi living abroad?

Hi! So I’m in a bit of an unusual predicament. I’m an aspiring Egyptian actress who’s a hijabi. The thing is, I can’t really work in Egypt because the film/TV industry here will absolutely not give any chances to hijabi actresses, and nepotism is almost the...

Reddit by BIGG_KAT Jan 7th

Ready to start chasing a dream.

First time poster, longtime dreamer. I've been wanting do be a voice over artist for as long as I can remember now. Back in 2004, my best friend and I made a bet to see if we could audition and make it to the advanced choir class for our eighth grade year...

Reddit by RandomUsernameeeee Jan 7th

Are there any videos or articles of successful actors talking about their process and technique?

I can't seem to find anything on Youtube, does anyone know where I can find somethine like this? Is anyone familiar with a series of videos or something similar that touch on this subject? Maybe some interviews in which actors are asked these types of...

Reddit by rob2349 Jan 7th

agent for new actress

best way to email/contact an agent if you are new to the industry... with few or no credits and little training... can you appeal with ambition and proof of intro zoom classes? i began this journey after covid hit so in person training and opportunities have...

Reddit by figtarr Jan 7th

Aspiring actors living in Los Angeles, what do you use for health insurance coverage? Anyone using covered california?

What are you paying for covered california coverage? For unemployed people, I'm getting differing quotes for monthly costs, $75- 200 roughly.

Reddit by lolxpop Jan 7th

Body Issues (it has to do with acting, dw)

I am sort of chubby, and I'm scared my weight will interfere with my ability to get lead roles in theatre. I feel like the only way I'll be noticed as an actor is if I weigh less. It's always super embarrassing when I have to put my weight on a resume. Any...

Reddit by Additional-Support63 Jan 7th

Questions about Canada (ACTRA / UBCP)

i was wondering if anyone here could explain how UBCP / ACTRA works from the perspective of a foreigner...? (also are UBCP and ACTRA the same thing....?) let's say a SAG member (someone who's an American national) gets cast in an ACTRA production. i know...

Reddit by AutoModerator Jan 7th

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 vietejaiss Jan 7th

Voice actor for horror stories needed

Hey, I'm looking for someone that could do a voice over for my horror stories. You would have to go slow. The horror stories could be wherever between 400 - 700 words. My needs : \-Someone with a deep voice \-looking forward to work long term \-good mic...

Reddit by GlitteringTarget0 Jan 7th

O-1B beneficiary based?

I just learned that you could actually get an O-1 visa if your agent become a beneficiary for you and that's how most international actors got theirs. Learned it on a site for Australian actors. So actors who have knowledge of this or have experience in this...

Reddit by slazour Jan 7th

POC/mixed race actors - do you think it's easier/more difficult to book jobs nowadays?

I see more and more representation of minority races onscreen - what do you think of the current industry climate in terms of diversity, are you at an advantage being POC/mixed race?

Reddit by RandomUsernameeeee Jan 7th

Does every actor need to read Shakespeare?

I've tried, hundreds of times. I just can't do it. I'm not one of those people that understands Shakespeare's text at all, it feels like I'm reading gibberish and it's always a hassle to finish a sentence. I know there are some actors like Joaquin Phoenix...

Reddit by Small_Tangerine29696 Jan 7th

Is the film industry good in Miami?

At some point I know that if I want to make a living as a professional actor moving to L.A or NYC will have to be a must but, right now I cannot afford such a luxury. I’m just wondering if there is any other big U.S cities besides those with cheaper rent and...

Reddit by Dragonite4 Jan 7th

Questions about the Process

Hi everyone! I am a new voice actor and I'm just about ready to start trying out for some gigs, but I wanted to know more about what the process is like for everyone else. What I mean by this is, assuming that you've finished soundproofing/buying a microphone...

Reddit by dilaterrr Jan 7th

Which acting resource has worked best for you?

I just read "A Practical Handbook for the Actor" and it really made sense to me. I feel like it will be my main resource moving forward. I have learned so much from lots of different books and various YouTube videos etc. I'm keen to know, what has worked best...

Reddit by LevelPension Jan 7th

Speech Disability Actor?

For many years, I've had a speech disability. No matter how I speak I always have issues in some way. I do sometimes get criticism on my Gaming Youtube channel for my narration style although not as often as my ToastMaster meetings. The reason being is...

Reddit by CPacting Jan 7th

Are there any other cities that are popping besides New York and la?

Additional question: if you live in cities that production companies film in for tax breaks are you ever hired (aka local talent)? Or are actors always hired from people based in la or New York? I don’t have an agent and I’ve only seen postings for extras so...

Reddit by Palahadiin Jan 7th

Could rapping effect actor role eligibility?

I've been rapping for a couple years and I'm about to release my first EP, as well as maybe 6 to 10 other songs this spring. I consider myself pretty skilled and genuine but I do occasionally rap about substances, hypersexuality and the usual macho shit...

Reddit by syd_the_kid_27 Jan 6th

What do you think is the point where you are considered a successful actor?

Ofc there are those famous successful actors that everyone notices, but there are still MANY actors out there that go unseen. I ask this because some may measure success with fame in this industry, even though that’s not what it’s about imo.