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What should I choose? by weltschmerzrz • last post Oct 1st
Hi, I'm a 17 year old from Poland and I've been thinking about pursuing acting as my job in the future. I would like to become a film or voice actress and, if that's possible, having a career in US or just outside of my country. I took acting classes for a year but had to give them up due to my busy schedule. My English is okay but I don't have any sort of accent. The thing is, after finishing high school, what should I choose? I don't think I will go to any Acting School abroad since my family can't afford it so I will have to stick with Poland for now. I'm not interested in Theatre Schools since I don't really want to work in theatre, I prefer working behind cameras. I'm also very musically untalented so any type of singing is just not for me. There is one Film School that doesn't requires any sort of singing during the exam but it's nothing prestigious so I don't think it will get me anywhere. I can also just took acting classes after I finish uni and try becoming an actress myself. So, my question is, what should I choose?
Do talent agents go to school plays? by RoadToMasterGuardian • last post Oct 1st
I'm doing a play in a relevantly well known performance spot in my area. I've been looking into ways to appear towards agents and was wondering where agents find talent for example drama school showcases. Are there agents that attend school plays or plays that don't have professional actors in them?
Aspects you don't like about being an actor? by StudySafe1982 • last post Oct 1st
For me, it's having to care a lot about your looks, especially if you're not that naturally attractive, thin or have clear skin. 'Cause well, your looks are your capital in this profession. Also, the pressure to make it while you're still in your twenties. ("Making it" in terms of being able to make a living out of acting, not having to work a side job.)
Showreel productions for Actors in London by syrenstones • last post Oct 1st
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Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Feedback by AutoModerator • last post Sep 30th
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 feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like--composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting; please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post. For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
Who were the original voice actors of warioware? by Rimalogo • last post Sep 30th
In WarioWare Gold released on Nintendo 3DS, the game was the first in the series to have fully voiced cutscenes, however the whole cast with the exception of Wario was recasted, as far as I am aware of, the cast that had been in the games since the GBA have never been identified, does anyone have any information on the original voice actors?
Would it be wrong to cast a white actor in a white-passing role? by aaquilaa • last post Sep 30th
Not sure if this is the best place to ask this... I'm not an actor, but am a creator looking to cast actors for certains roles in the future... I have a character whose mother is biracial and father is white. I see this character being white-passing due to genetics and such. Would it be wrong to cast a white actor to play him? I'm asking this genuinely, I don't want to hurt anyone and especially want to make sure I do the right thing, like, I don't want to just cast someone for the role just because they look right for the part if it means I could hurt people by doing it. I wasn't able to find much online that discussed the casting of white-passing characters, other than Emma Stone in Aloha, which I can understand the issues around, however I wanted to hear more perspectives on this issue outside of the one article I was able to find. If there are better places to ask this question, please let me know! Although I have seen some questions asked here somewhat related to the topic so I thought I'd give it a shot. Thank you!
Reframing How You View Self-Tapes/Auditions by exaltogap • last post Sep 30th
A lot of people post about self-tapes these days and it's a main topic of conversation whenever actors talk to CDs etc. So much has been said about over-perfectionism and doing takes over and over and over again and I just wanted to share a realization that helps change one's mindset when it comes to doing these. Obviously people have talked about how if you're doing too many takes, it means you're not prepared enough - so clearly, you should **memorize properly**, **analyze the beats** beforehand, and then **do truthfully in the moment**. If you're making huge mistakes, then it's preparation that you're lacking. But once all that is done, you need to understand that if you are at a level where you know what you're doing acting wise - you trained, have good impulses, and know how to break down a script - your tape, whether good, or great, is only gonna book you the job **IF YOU'RE RIGHT FOR THE ROLE.** And by that, not only do I mean, your appearance, dumb stuff like your height or eye color, but also your **ESSENCE.** Are you this person, or is there something about you that helps build the compelling character portrait the writer or director is trying to share? **Everyone wants to believe they can play characters but nobody plays characters until they're an established, in-demand actor.** There are simply too many people to pick from who would fit the bill at an entry level. Once you understand that **it's not about you**, and statistically you are only the best person for the role every once in a while, your tapes will simply be a way to show **what you bring to the role**, your version of it. What you would do if you were offered the part - and that might not be what they want, but that's what you can bring to the table. If you're not yet at a point where you're nailing what feels like a take you'd be willing to send within 3-4 takes, view the self-tapes as an opportunity to **practice and get better**, until you're able to do that. Personally, if you're gonna do it again, I'd say do it through twice, watch the thing, understand what beats you should hit differently and if you're doing everything right from a technical stand point, then do it once or twice more.
Tiktok Content Casting Call - ongoing paid opportunity for actors and creators! by SH-Pilothouse • last post Sep 30th
I work with and advertise for brands on Tiktok and we are looking for people interested in making content for us! No need for crazy equipment, cell phones are great! ​ Our hope is to gather a short list of creators capable of shooting organic feeling content to be used as tiktok and social media ads. If we enjoy working with you and you are interested, we want to make it an ongoing partnership and whenever a contract comes up, we contact you for first dibs. ​ Get a contract, accept it, shoot some quick content, get paid! ​ If this sounds like something you would be interested in, send me an email and we can connect and work out some details. spencer@pilothouse.co ​ Disclaimer: we may ask for you to shoot a video or two for a fake brand to make sure your quality + vibe are what we are looking for. We will also share over some great ads as inspo as well! ​ Thanks for your time!
Ways to train your instincts and impulses? by Euphoric-Wash-5659 • last post Sep 30th
Although learning lines and doing the character work is crucial, what are ways to keep yourself spontaneous and open in an audition when a scene? I hear so many stories of actresses that did something that was completely unscripted or risky that made winning scenes or even got them the roles so it’d be interesting to find out ways to prep yet remain open. A perfect example of this is the story of how Margot Robbie won her role in Wolf of Wallstreet: https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.news.com.au/entertainment/movies/how-margot-robbie-won-over-leonardo-dicaprio-after-awkward-audition-moment/news-story/e02a7388a652810fd7a3c9c068323753%3famp
Should a Pin be taking this long?! by Goat_Disastrous • last post Sep 30th
Long story short, I auditioned for a supporting role in a rather large studio film. After sending in a self tape, I was scheduled for a virtual callback with the director, producer, and CD’s. The callback went AMAZING, the director and I just talked normally for a good fifteen minutes beforehand and got along extremely well, and after doing my scenes she told me she had absolutely no notes for me and that watching me act had been the highlight of her entire day, and that she enjoyed watching me act so much she could do it all day, and that actors that could do that were rare. I left feeling I had crushed that callback and that it was out of my hands now. Four days later I get a call from my manager telling me that I’ve been pinned for the role and that me and two other actors had been sent to the studio for approval. This was on monday. I was extremely excited and glad that the audition room had felt as good as I thought it had. It is now thursday night and I’ve heard nothing. I have been “pinned” for things before, most recently a tv series lead and I was contacted about those after about three days to let me know I booked it, so it being that time and not hearing anything has got me worried. I know I’m going to be told whether I booked it or have been released once a decision is made, but I’m worried I’m now just sitting in waiting as a possible backup, or something like that. The project begins shooting on location this month, so I would imagine they are working fairly quickly. Thoughts?
Looking for actors by mxrsh0 • last post Sep 29th
***Me & a team are writing story's to animate and whichever gets more votes wins & gets animated, were looking for Voice actors to fill those roles, join the discord for more information.*** [***https://discord.gg/rZpUAVT9mW***](https://discord.gg/rZpUAVT9mW) ***:) dm mxrsh0.x#0460 once joined and you'll be assigned Voice actor.*** Were also looking for animators, (UNPAID) you will receive pay later in the season but for now UNPAID and entertainment only work.
Do you play Dungeons and Dragons? by Olivethecrocodile • last post Sep 29th
Just curious if other voice actors share this hobby.
International Actors Visa by Undercover_bb • last post Sep 29th
International actors working in Hollywood, please share your experience and process for obtaining your O1 visa. Is there any specific advice you'd like to share? How long does it take? How was the interview, what did they ask for? Did you use a lawyer and how much were you charged? Do I need to have an agent/representative? All that.
How do I make my Actors Access profile private ? by penguin_reddit • last post Sep 29th
the resumes.breakdown express.com link comes up when you search my name on google was wondering how to make that go away
What things do directors do that annoy you? by TimPrice2 • last post Sep 29th
I'm a director (very small time, but still a director). I'm curious what things directors do that annoy you as an actor so I can work on not doing them myself. Does anything commonly peeve you? Here's your chance to vent.
EMPATHY IN ACTING v/s BECOMING THE CHARACTER by MathematicianLeft07 • last post Sep 29th
So, an actor needs empathy for the character he plays to access the emotions but on the other hand some actors eventually become the character and the emotions are true. Which method do ya prefer?
Camera by MathematicianLeft07 • last post Sep 29th
How does an actor stay in the scene in a closeup? when the camera is infront of their face.
What’s the ideal height for leading role? by Interesting_Change- • last post Sep 29th
Surely anyone would say, It depends upon the character there is a role for everyone but that’s just for “certain role”. Considering there are actors like Al Pacino(5’6) who had played several types of movies from gangster movie to love story, he fits for every role. Height really doesn’t seems like a problem. So what is ideal height or let’s say less than what is unacceptable for leading role
[HIRING] Need to hire an actor for 30 second selfie video making. by clarkkent70 • last post Sep 29th
What is the best place to hire an actor online ? Actor has to film the video himself at his own location 100% online gig. Its the role play of a zoom call. We will give the script Max time required is 30 seconds. Which is the best place to find actors for the job ? Any help would be appreciated. Budget $20 \~ $30 for the 30 second video. EDIT : DM via chat if you are interested to see samples.