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  1. Reddit by hoodiebeanie Apr 11th

    Does anyone else lie about their age?

    I’m 21. Yet I could pass for 16. This has messed up my opportunities for years. I can’t get cast as 21 because I look “too young” I can’t get cast as a teen because I’m “technically too old” So I said f*ck it, my age is 18. Bad idea? Good idea? Has it worked...

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  2. Reddit by chrisredfieldu Apr 11th

    My unique relationship with acting

    I come from a family where acting is a revered form of art. In my family acting is like...this sacred valued way of being. My grandfather was a professional actor. He won a tony award. He became famous from his acting. Growing up i was the absolute black...

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  3. Reddit by TheJthunder45 Apr 11th

    Do I have to movie to LA?

    I want to persue a career in acting. Honestly I'm sure everyone wants to make it big. I do too. I just do. Although I'm not looking for fame. I really appreciate the art of filmmaking and being able to bring the best version of a character to life for the...

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  4. Reddit by Awwolague Apr 11th

    Is there a thread for promoting an actor?

    Is there a thread for promoting actors like how r/promoteyourpatreon is meant for that purpose? I have a friend who will be graduating with a theater degree this winter and I'd like to promote her as best as I can. I read the FAQ page and didn't see such a...

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  5. Reddit by M-E-M-E-L-O-R-D Apr 11th

    Reality TV question

    Say if during my career I am presented with the opportunity to go on a reality tv show or a game show should i take it? I have often heard that it will make people take you less seriously and you will not be seen as a legit actor.

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  6. Reddit by iReallyLikePicasso Apr 11th

    How do I make the most out of college? (Serious)

    Hey everybody I was recently accepted into suny new paltz where I will be majoring in theatre. I really like their curriculum and I never thought I’d make it this far so I’m pretty excited. I want to be an actor more than anything and I can really see myself...

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  7. Reddit by Robert_de_Saint_Loup Apr 10th

    Why do professional actors still go to workshops ??

    There’s so many professional actors who have done some well distributed films, participated in plenty of plays, and have done commercials, etc... Yet they still go to their workshop or work with their acting coach. I find this quite interesting because in no...

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  8. Reddit by jamesjimmybyrondean Apr 10th

    I don't know if I want to be an actor

    I'm going to be 20 this year and would be done with University next year so shit is getting real for me. I've been thinking about what I want to do with my life, I've thought about my past and what i have passion for or my hobbies and for me it's watching...

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  9. Reddit by Cinderr94 Apr 10th

    What’s next?

    Hello fellow actors, I have a Headshot, Demo Reel and Resume. Can anyone offer some advice on what the next step should be? How do I self submit? How do I find representation? How do I meet CD’s? Any websites/links? I feel like a lost puppy, please help! :)...

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  10. Reddit by scarlettdevries Apr 10th

    a start amidst covid-19?

    hi guys! i’m currently a junior in high school and have recently figured out that i would like to be an actress. the problem is that i have absolutely no experience and i have no idea where to start. i have always loved movies and shows, and i had the...

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  11. Reddit by Movie-Connoisseur Apr 10th

    Which book should I read first?

    I have many acting books to choose from and am not sure on which I should read first. Technique-wise I lean more toward method acting but am open to anything . Here is my list: - An Actor Prepares - Stanislavski - Building a Character - Stanislavski -...

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