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Reddit by TheAskRedditDude Jul 7th

Demo Reel Help For A Union Actor?

Hey there, I was wondering if I could get some advice here. I've been trying to make sure that my acting materials are all up to date, and I've noticed my reel is less than satisfactory. I want a better showcase of my acting ability, but here's the problem I...

Reddit by AutoModerator Jul 7th

There Are No Stupid Questions - Jul 7

Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere. So ask away!

Reddit by 489326843 Jul 6th

Better All Around Actor

Tobey McGuire Or Topher Grace. One Could Say Tobey Because He Takes It More Simply.

Reddit by CommanderDJ Jul 6th

Just got cast in a show with local director, really want to audition for his next upcoming show. How to proceed?

Hi everyone! Long time lurker here, posted a few things in the weekly/daily discussions but never a full post. I have a bit of a unique situation that I’d love some insight on. So I just got cast in a theatre production at an equity theater in my region...

Reddit by cmrizzle Jul 6th

Actors! What’s something you were told was very hard about this business that came surprisingly easy to you?

Reddit by kyle768 Jul 6th

How did you know you wanted to be an actor?

Reddit by thetendy Jul 6th

How's your survival job going? Making enough to meet bills and be free for auditions? Want to just vent about it? Ask about other actors' jobs?

These conversations come up every so often, but I figured we could get an updated one!

Reddit by fieryroad Jul 6th

Can't get natural tears on stage (advice needed)

Hi guys. I'm in drama school training to be an actor, attending my last year from September. Whether well-perceived or not by the audience, the ability to tear up is considered an additional asset for the actor. So far I've found myself incapable of crying...

Reddit by Winniehiller Jul 6th

THE REASON WE STUDY ACTING

One of the first questions people who are new to acting ask me (especially parents with aspiring child actors) is “How many lessons do I (or my child) need to take before I will be ready?” A similar question I am asked by people who learn that I am on set...

Reddit by legendary_sponge Jul 6th

[Toronto/Union] Do you submit yourself through any sites on your own?

I know my agency uses Casting Workbook and Actors Access, but do you use any sites and submit yourself? I used to use Mandy when I was non-union, but it's pay-to-play now. Also, do any of you submit yourself to projects through CW and AA? Are there any sites...

Reddit by Winniehiller Jul 6th

KEEP IT REAL!

Though 9-10 months out of the year I am coaching an actor on a network tv series, during hiatus I’ve had quite a few new, young actors come to me for private lessons. It’s becoming evident to me that many of them are being taught techniques which are actually...

Reddit by Winniehiller Jul 6th

DO YOU NEED A DEGREE IN THEATER ARTS?

Do you really want to have a career in acting? You need to take every opportunity to learn from the best and perform with the best. I must tell you, as much as your parents will object, college is not always the best place to learn to be an actor. If you want...

Reddit by mfletcher1006 Jul 5th

I want to brainstorm. What are the best paths to stardom?

I think that if any of us were told what the price was that we had to pay in order to achieve the level of success we want in this business, than we would pay it. That being said the price itself is not inherent or obvious in any way. I watch my friends all...

Reddit by AutoModerator Jul 5th

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jul 5

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 Flair4theatricks Jul 5th

Actor Website and Headshot Feedback

Hello! I'm new to reddit, so please be kind! My agency hasn't been very helpful with getting me auditions or giving me feedback on my new headshots/site, so I'd love to get some honest feedback and constructive criticism on my acting website from this...

Reddit by unicorn626 Jul 5th

How long are actors typically on avail?

As of 5 minutes ago it's been 3 days since my agent called to tell me I'm on avail for a national commercial. I officially sgned with them 8 days ago, so I wasn't expecting anything this soon. I'm used to just letting an audition go and forgetting about it...

Reddit by dtonationify Jul 5th

Experience travels

today i was honestly thinking of ways i could expand my horizons before really launching into the real world and business of acting, i have been acting since my childhood and right now i am on the verge of adulthood (i'm 17), and I was thinking of a few...

Reddit by bigguysmalldog Jul 5th

Taking a different step on my path to becoming a professional actor.

Reddit by GeniusUnleashed Jul 5th

Friendly reminder: Assume the best in people on this sub, not the worst

After a lengthy back and forth in a previous post because a person felt "insulted", I felt it would be a great time to discuss our ability to "choose" how to react to situations. As actors, we're all highly empathetic and sensitive people, it's the thing that...

Reddit by Theurbanalchemist Jul 5th

I just hate the lack of feedback after auditions!

So I’ve been going in for various casting directors for various shows/films for about two years. Loving the journey even with its ups and downs, but I hate not receiving some feedback as to how I did or why I didn’t book after something like a callback or...