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  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  6. Karmalicity by Kenzo Lee Apr 9th

    Open Auditions from Casting Directors

    Hello gang, since we are all currently awaiting things to get back to normal (-ish), some casting directors have made it possible to submit your materials to them. Here is a list of a few of them that I know of... Andrea Bunker Casting (see attached image)...

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  8. Reddit by MUkow23_ Apr 9th

    Atlanta Actors

    If you moved here from another state, do you find the move worth it? I came here instead of Los Angeles to build my resume. I'm seeing based on IMDB, a good amount of actors that are being hired, for even the smallest parts, are coming from Los Angeles. What...

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  11. Reddit by iamz33r0 Apr 9th

    How does one know what type of roles to go for?

    I haven't acted in maybe about 10 years. I was excited to get back into it til Ms. Rona showed up. But i figure i'd do some research in the meantime. How do I know what roles to go for? As a "new" actor, what would you suggest I do to figure out the type of...

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  12. Reddit by AutoModerator Apr 9th

    Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 9

    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...

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  13. Reddit by CaringFarmer Apr 9th

    A question for seasoned actors.

    My question is, when I’m working on a play or a script for a film and I’ve found the characters objective and the actions he takes to get them, should I focus on what his mannerisms might be like? For example if I’m a sly pool player should I squint my eyes...

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  15. Reddit by Anon-i-Muss Apr 9th

    Resources?

    Anyone willing to shelter reliable resources to find work for an actor who is non-union and not represented? I’ve been trying to land an agent or manager with no luck. I’ve noticed that most listings on backstage that I could apply to (being non-union) are...

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  16. Reddit by MoyersN Apr 8th

    Difference between great vs outstanding

    I read an article on Emma stone just now saying she excels and it’s apparent that she does. I am just wondering, when does an actor cross from great —> outstanding?? What must an actor do to achieve this? I always hear “they must capture the characters life”...

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  18. Reddit by Yaars23 Apr 8th

    Negative Thoughts--I'm a bad actor

    How do you stop thinking this? No matter how much training I've had, jobs I've done, I keep thinking I'm a bad actor.... I keep thinking.....my audition was bad.....my class scene work was bad......my representation will drop me.....wow I'm such a bad actor...

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