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Reddit by crackandfield Oct 12th

How to not be so serious

I’m sure this applies to a lot of actors, but something that I feel is really holding me back from reaching my full potential in acting is my inability to relax. I’ve noticed that when I approach a role with a “silly” attitude and have fun with it, I am able...

Reddit by EverythingIsSoSincur Oct 12th

Watching gag reels, I don't understand what "acting" is

From what I can tell, they just start rolling the film and then the actors say their lines a bunch of different ways and hit their marks and whatever else, sometimes screwing up and starting to laugh and shit, and the director just picks whatever take he...

Reddit by nycman1000 Oct 12th

Favorite 35-50 y/o female dramatic actors?

I need to make a list - who do you like that has a lot of intensity and intelligence and is maybe underrated?

Reddit by JVMT Oct 12th

Shortfilms melbourne

Hi! I'm a 21 year old swede in Australia and my life long dream is being an actor (like everybody else) and I thought the best way to start is with shortfilms. So I'm currently looking for open casting calls and so forth for minor productions. Should I get a...

Reddit by cranekicked Oct 12th

This is my pre-audition routine. What's yours?

I'm in NYC. I first listen to some calm instrumental music on my headphones on my subway ride to the audition. Once I'm above ground and walking to the casting office, I go over my lines outloud but since I still have my headphones on people won't think I'm...

Reddit by White_Mocha Oct 12th

What to do when an actor is injured

This post is related to the safety of actors. We talk about the craft and honing our instrument, but the most important thing is taking care of your body. Was on set yesterday as featured, but I’m currently transitioning to lead roles. That’s besides the...

Reddit by AmosDiggorySurat Oct 12th

Shakespeare monologue for West Side Story/Shakespeare in Love

Age: 25 Gender: Male Type: Youthful, dancer, young lover I am auditioning for a theater company doing West Side Story and Shakespeare in Love. I need a Shakespeare monologue that will show off my fun, energetic, masculine energy. Both shows are stylized in a...

Backstage by La_Croix_Every_Day Oct 11th

Getting a Reel?

I notice that a lot of jobs posted require one to post a reel. Aside from commissioning a studio to make one for you (Which is a bit out of my budget at the moment). How would one recommend getting a reel going?

Backstage by TheActingBug Oct 11th

Acting Cover Letter Sample

Does anyone know where I can find a sample acting cover letter. I have no experience so I don't know what to write. Thanks!

Reddit by Logan90210 Oct 11th

Do Nude Roles in SAG-Aftra movies/shows have a higher scale

Saw something on Actor Access and it said 150 a day but SAG-AFTRA and I'm like thats not the 180/10 sag scale thing or any thing

Reddit by miceinwalls Oct 11th

a potential agent wants me to keep training and taking classes

An agent who I met up told me he wants me to constantly train and take classes. Though I understand why he wants to make sure I am invested in this and that I am dedicated. The issue I am having is that if I do sign up with him... how do I explain that I...

Reddit by AutoModerator Oct 11th

Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Oct 11

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 miceinwalls Oct 11th

which rep would you choose as an agent?

I posted earlier and I have a big indecisive situation. My current agent is a starter agent but she is quite easy to talk to and I feel there is mutual respect. She is very new. I've been with her for 2 months. I know ending things now is pretty soon, but I...

Reddit by eddiemagic7 Oct 11th

The Documentary from Shane Dawson about Jake Paul brought to light new strategies how actors can build a fanbase. Here is my list. Do you think its a new era for filmmaking?

Reddit by matthewdgordon Oct 10th

IM LOSING CONFIDENCE I need help

I’m a new actor. Right now I’m in Chicago as Fred Casely playing next to an unbelievable Roxie. Everyone knows she’s more experienced than me. I like I frustrate her as well as the director with my lack of skill. How do I keep confidence when the environment...

Reddit by fresh_out_of_water Oct 10th

Can someone help me understand this better when it comes to actors?

I have a question, it may be stupid, I don't think it is, but here it goes. Why is it so hard to get even an actor who has just even the slightest recognizable face into a film that a new filmmaker is doing? I ask this because I'm a new filmmaker, a new...

Reddit by Winniehiller Oct 10th

Lately a few actors have commented to me that they have trouble “reciting their lines” while being in pursuit of their objective...so...

Reddit by Throwawaywts Oct 10th

Do you have premium accounts on both Actors Access and Casting Frontier, or did you pick just one?

Reddit by penguin_reddit Oct 10th

Am I not supposed to send attachments of my headshot and resume when submitting to theatrical agents?

This is news to me. How else am I supposed to get that information to them? Actors Access profile ?

Reddit by FuckerOMally Oct 10th

My Thanos Impression (screen actors guild entry application. (not a joke)