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  1. Reddit by austinneum Apr 20th

    How to BETTER your acting skills (AMAZING VIDEO)

    I found this really great video that helped me to hone my acting skills and think of it more as a craft rather than a job. It truly is an artistic craft and this video helped me to understand that and become the more established actor that I am today. In this...

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  4. Reddit by rockysgood18 Apr 19th

    Ethics of choosing audition songs?

    Is it okay for me, a white actor, to audition with a song meant for a black actor? I don't have a lot of musical experience so I've been looking for an audition song that would display what I can do. I'm a baritone so it's difficult to find something...

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  5. Reddit by iKnoMyCalculus Apr 19th

    Does/Should your agent pay for casting sites?

    Do agents/agencies usually pay for casting sites? I'm talking Actor's Access, LA Casting, Casting Frontier. I currently pay for my own memberships for each of those. Is this something an agency can/should be paying for? FWIW, I'm with a smaller agency in LA...

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  6. Reddit by gohomeannakin Apr 19th

    Tips for looking more mature

    I am portraying Celia in Calendar Girls at a community theater, and while I am 30, I look nowhere close to the 35+ role. Hair and makeup is largely up to the actors, and this is the first role where I am older than my age. The main challenge is I have Shirley...

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  7. Reddit by reallyconfusedguy123 Apr 19th

    Beginner in Acting

    Hey ladies and gentlemen. I’ve recently decided to pursue my dreaming of becoming an actor. I’ve always been great at lying. I’m pretty good at improv as well and I think I would be a great actor. The only problem is that I am 19. I’m in college and I don’t...

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  8. Reddit by silkk8 Apr 19th

    Joining SAG in a smaller market?

    I'm shooting a SAG short (under short project agreement) which will allow me to join the union upfront, without getting "eligible" status, upon showing proof of payment. I know whether or not to join SAG is the age-old question, and the answer is usually...

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  9. Reddit by AutoModerator Apr 18th

    Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Apr 18

    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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  10. Reddit by westrideforward Apr 18th

    Any ideas for loans for Esper studio?

    I am looking for a loan that would be able to have terms and conditions that allow for me to pay a 2 year acting conservatory/non-accredited school in NYC and then start making payments within 6-12 months of completion. I dont think financial aid is available...

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  11. Reddit by kkiesling Apr 18th

    Casting/ Headshot Scam NYC?

    I would appreciate everyones feedback, as I am on the fence of the legitimacy of this experience. Usually, if things seem to good to be true, they are, right? Especially in New York. Responded to an add on craigslist (first red flag) for a casting call, got a...

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  12. Reddit by Bubblewub Apr 18th

    Passion to Act

    I want to be an actress. And before you go "it isnt all about fame and money" no im not talking about that. I have a passion to become an actress and if I grew up knowing i could have a voice to do what i want and not be forced to do something else, i would...

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  13. Reddit by BigZig108 Apr 18th

    Question from a starting actor

    Hi, I'm a senior in highschool about to graduate. I've been getting offers for managers and Acting agencies and what-not. But my question is how do I know which one is right for me or which ones are even legit because i dont want to be scammed out of my...

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  14. Reddit by RaymondStereo Apr 18th

    Submitting to commercial agents?

    Hey everyone. I'm an unrepped actor in Los Angeles. I've been working pretty consistently the last year booking small commercial work, including two national print ads. I'm looking to get representation to start getting better opportunities. I'm just finding...

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  17. Reddit by C70A02 Apr 17th

    What helps you stay confident?

    Hi all! I'm a bit new here and the acting scene in general. For some backstory, I've always been interested in performing/actingbut never had the confidence to pursue it. Self esteem sucked as a kid so the idea was brushed off, convinced that acting wasn't...

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  20. Reddit by EveningSquare Apr 17th

    Feeling Nervous about Returning to the Stage

    I am a 27 yr old female that has a degree in Pre-Professional Acting and has been teaching HS Theatre for 5 years. When I first started teaching I stayed active in my community theatre scene and would usually fit in one show during the school year & one...

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