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Should American actors attend UK conservatories? by SolutionLive7519 • last post Sep 9th
I’m an American actor who is considering studying at a conservatory in the UK. I am interested in RADA, LAMDA, Bristol Old Vic and Guildhall. I’m interested in studying in the UK because: \- Studying in the UK is generally cheaper than studying in the US. \- One would receive training that is comparable to the training in the US. \- The idea of living/studying in another country is exciting. However, one major concern I have is being able to find representation after graduating. I plan to come back to the US after training. In my mind, I would be able to secure an agent in the UK that could then refer me to an agent in the US; but I don’t know if this is actually possible. I’m wondering if anyone might be able to shed some light on this? I would especially appreciate the input of any actors who have attempted to do/have done something like this.
What if there is no acting classes in your area? What should I do to get started? by harshreality35 • last post Sep 9th
I'm a pretty green actor and I'm in the east coast. There aren't any adult acting classes near by. I know no matter your experience getting some acting classes under your belt is pivotal. I've never landed a gig and I do plan to get some professional head shots soon but I wanna get some kind of real experience under my belt before doing that but my location is literally the opposite of for example California or New York or even Atlanta where it's pretty much actors land. I don't wanna pretend that my belief in my raw talent is enough to get me by, it's unrealistic and also moving locations is not in my cards right now. So what should I do to proceed?
Is it worth my time to stay with this agency? by BestTipGiver • last post Sep 9th
I’ve been with a local agency: Big Fish NW Talent, and I’ve been with a particular agent that reps their youth actors for about 7 months. I’ve gotten some auditions and I’ve asked her about some submissions that she apparently submitted me for. I’ve asked her many times about potentially self submitting to roles and asked her about some managements that were interested in signing with me. She denied all of them, and I get a feeling like she really doesn’t like me. All of her answers are blunt, negative, and she’s very sure of her opinions. I’ve asked her to submit me for things that I felt I could accurately portray and she’s denied them, as well as she will answer certain questions differently than when I ask a bunch of industry professionals on. I’ve asked her about potentially submitting to agents and managers outside of the PNW and she has no problem denying my suggestions, but then won’t help me with actually finding them. I’m not sure if I should terminate the contract, or if I should just stay and see what happens. What do you think I should do?
Coaching/Classes in Northern Wisconsin by dinomiah • last post Sep 9th
Howdy folks! I'm working on starting in voiceover. Been doing my research: Dee Bradley Baker's site, VO Buzz Weekly, Voice Over Voice Actor, noodling with my sound equipment from multi-track recordings and all that jazz. I'm signed up for the online beginner commercial class with Voice Over Camp after seeing them recommended here, but I'm really interested in something in-person. Any folks from Northern Wisconsin know any coaches or classes in that area? Technically I'm in Michigan, but it's just as far to Marquette as it is to Green Bay, and as a lifelong Michigander I'm used to people forgetting the UP. Or if you've done both in-person and online coaching, how do they compare? My experience with online versions of other things has been generally that it's worse.
Who is the voice actor for college humor's "Everything That Will Kill You... From A to Z" by Jackthepk17 • last post Sep 9th
Hi all! Terribly sorry if this is not the place for this type of post, but I figured if anyone would know who it was it would be this group of lovely people. The voice acting in College Humor's "Everything That Will Kill You... From A to Z" is absolutely incredible. I have been searching for the voice actor of this video for a while now and I cannot find any credit to him on any of the video links not a mention of the name in the comments. There isn't even an IMDb page for the short. It's kind of driving me crazy
Recommendation: Quentin Tarantino's First Novel - 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' by musicalslimetutorial • last post Sep 8th
Must read for all actors. He provides so much insight into the entertainment industry writing from his own experience. More insightful than most 'actor's handbooks' I've read. Nothing like the movie in case you were wondering too... Let me know if you check it out! [https://www.amazon.com/Once-Upon-Time-Hollywood-Novel/dp/0063112523](https://www.amazon.com/Once-Upon-Time-Hollywood-Novel/dp/0063112523)
Why Do Working-Class Actors Have Managers? by musicalslimetutorial • last post Sep 8th
I’ve always wondered this and I’m 6 years into my career now and still don’t know the answer. For working actors, who aren’t famous, don’t have to go on press tours, and have a schedule that they can easily manage themselves, what’s the appeal of getting a manager on top of their agent? That’s just another 15% out of your cheque for what? Is it just to say they have a manager? What do they really provide for working-class actors?
Dumb question, but how the hell do you know if you sound like a person you're doing an impression of or not? by MR_System_ • last post Sep 8th
I sound like so much of an idiot it's laughable. Right. Here's the deal. I've been a voice actor and actor for ... can't remember how long. I've always done original voices for characters, in both acting and just voice acting. However, I also used to be into voice impressions as a sort of "party trick", but I haven't done that in a long time. I'm getting back into it, though, and I cannot for the life of me figure out if I... sound like the people or not? I've got a live feed of my mic in my studio headphones AND I have clips of other impressionists and the real people playing. I listen to the line, repeat it, and it sounds good/accurate ... until I sit back and reflect on it, and suddenly it sounds wrong. Like, one minute I think it's accurate, and the next minute I think it sounds ridiculous. Like all the voices sound the same, or like my impressions of men with higher voices sound like a women, or like SOMETHING IS OFF about them. I'm going insane because I can't tell which part is reality or not. Because I genuinely go back and forth on it *every few minutes*. I never had this problem back when I used to be into this. Hell, back then I didn't even have a mic, yet I was still confident that what I was doing sounded correct (and other people thought so, too). So. Uh. Yeah. Any tips on figuring out whether you actually sound like the person or not? (Without asking other people to review examples; I'm doing this as a surprise for the only person I could ask for help.)
I have braces in my teeth by xammmyxammxxxx • last post Sep 8th
Is it gonna be really harder to find jobs and auditions considering i have braces? Im nervous of what will happen to my career! I want to be a working actor but i think these braces really are gonna be a huge disadvantage for me.
VOICE OVER TIPS | 6 Things No Voice Actor Should Do by Crownstag_voiceover • last post Sep 8th
Reel Editing Research by Rockstabulous • last post Sep 8th
Yes, I'm an editor posting in the acting sub... again. But I'm not just here to advertise to editing, I'm doing a bit of market research, and any input would be fabulous! I'll keep this short. I have 5 years of professional editing experience and am trying to start my own business that would mainly focus on editing reels for actors. I know what I charge normally for editing, but I'm having to rework my pricing and workflow a bit for doing reels. I want my prices to be accessible to actors like you, but also fair to me and my work. The business model I'm looking at right now would be: -$125 for a 1-2 minute reel (usually 3-5 clips) -24-hour turnaround (you send the files, I send a proof before final payment) -Can include headshot and contact info page at the beginning and end if you prefer Is this something that sounds feasible for just starting/working actors? Does it sound high? Low? Are there good places I could meet lots of actors that might be interested? I'm based on LA, but could do this from anywhere. Example reel (I got permission to share this): https://youtu.be/kStuqmptMlg
NYC based black actor just looking for some advice on getting to the next level. by Western_Equipment_62 • last post Sep 8th
I’ve been working pretty consistently for almost 10 years. I’ve done off-broadway and indie theatre, a few tours, and a couple independent feature films. When i do get cast it’s usually to lead. I’m not repped and when I do have representation it feels like they don’t know what to do with me. Just looking for some guidance/direction…on reddit
Let’s get philosophical eh? by Iceycat1234 • last post Sep 8th
Was just surfing the web and stumbled upon a beautiful story. Jim Carrey’s story is amazing and in his story there’s this part where he would drive his car up Mulholland Drive, and envision his success, tell himself he’s going to make it. He wrote a check up on that hill for 10 million dollars, dated 3 years in the future (1995). 1995 hit and his movie had grosssed him that 10 million. I mean wow, what a success story. As actors do you think you sort of have to be somewhat crazy? I just mean you sort of have to convince yourself everything will work out even, it might not. What do you guys think about this story? Do you think it’s just nonsense to envision future success as a mindset? Thoughts on this story? I think it’s super philosophical, it’s like standing on a mountain and screaming out in the city that “I will make it as an actor”, and then he does.
Gee, I wonder if those "A-List" actors are working for free on this film as well. by TheRadHatter9 • last post Sep 8th
**Two actors needed for Zoom table read on 9/15/21 at 8pm (eastern) - 32 page short film by Organic-Carob-3761 • last post Sep 8th
\*\*\*Update - I am only looking for two roles: I am a screenwriter who wrote a short screenplay (32 pages) and am in need of actors for a table read. The table read will be conducted over Zoom, and recorded to further develop my screenplay. The date and time of the table read will be based on the actors' availability. There is no compensation, but you will receive a copy of the recorded table read. **\*This screenplay contains strong language, drug use, and sexual situations.** If interested, please email me at jimjbon@gmail.com with the role you may be interested in reading for (see below). All ages (18+) and genders are welcome to read for any role. Roles: Elijah (M, ANY AGE - pref. 40+) - A “holier-than-thou” cult member who uses his intelligence to coerce people into thinking his way. He also reveres Esther and is in the same cult as Haman. Esther (F, ANY AGE - pref. 50+) - The leader of the cult which Elijah and Haman are followers of. Very bizarre and eccentric both in how she talks and in her movements, which are clumsy and bug-like. She acts like royalty among her followers. \*\*\***THIS TABLE READ WILL OCCUR ON 9/15 AT 8:00PM (EASTERN TIME) - Please check your availability at this time if interested.** Thank you!
Looking for actors to audition for an indie film. by LazyWriter2002 • last post Sep 8th
Pay negotiable. Would shoot in Franklin County, PA. The film is a horror-thriller-comedy. It's called "Downriver", here's the logline: "While on a kayaking trip, four friends get trapped on a haunted river" I'm looking to sorta subvert genre cliches by not having a "monster" per se, the monster is the river itself. Let me know via PM here. We'll talk over the role, and about you and my goals/vision with this movie. I'll send you the script and we can take it from there over zoom/google meet meetings. Sound good? Anyway, here are the roles needed: *Brad (18-21) (MALE LEAD)* An aquaphobic young man with a love for hunting. Any ethnicity. *Ashley (18-21) (FEMALE LEAD)* A nature-loving young woman with a passion for all things nature, Ashley thinks a kayaking trip will help Brad get over his fear of water, and can be a tad too pushy about it. Any ethnicity. *The Ranger (30-60) (FEMALE - SUPPORT)* An overzealous Native American Park Ranger, who is overprotective of the park and river.
Is this just happening to me or is it common? by IrishActor • last post Sep 8th
Hi all, I feel like I'm having a serious run of bad luck. I've worked on multipe projects over the years and I've always had toruble with getting my footage or it being released. For example, I worked on a my first uk feature film in 2017 and I was so excited as this was a proper production and my scenes were great. It still has not come out and I've done evrything to get my footage. In 2019 I worked on another feature film and I know my scenes are strong. I share scenes with major actors and the film was due out last year. Then the pandemic hits. Now the film is shelved and theres no release date. I desperately need my new material to secure better representation, which I cant seem to get despite having some good credits, previous casting by well known CD's and very strong showreel footage. I've done everything one is supposed to do and yet I cant seem to get anywhere. Earlier this year, I had a manager reach out to me suddenly after I had met with them 2 years prior. They wanted to arrange an online meeting and were very enthusiastic about signing me. This was an American manager which would be huge for my career. The meeting went great and they said they'd send me some scenes to self tape. A month goes by and they never follow up. I then emailed to follow up and was told they'd send them on. Still nothing and hasn't responded to me since. Even though they reached out to me after I had met them two years prior. I just cannot fathom how all this can happen and I am at a breaking point. Does anyone have a similar experience and how do you stop yourself going crazy
Are there any podcasts focusing on interviews with industry talent? by SElain • last post Sep 8th
Hi everyone. I'm curious to know if there are any podcasts out there that primarily focus on interviews with voice actors about their experiences in the industry. I've done some cursory googling and all I can seem to find are podcasts that are meant to help people break into the industry. Any suggestions are appreciated!
What should I say in a submission to an agency for commercial representation with whom I know someone who is currently on their roster? by biancanomaly • last post Sep 8th
Sorry if this question was worded weirdly, but here we go-- an agency I know of in LA is seeking new clients in their commercial division for a few specific types of actors, and I happen to fall within one of these types. (This is a boutique agency & this would be my first time seeking out representation.) I personally know an actress who is already on their roster who actually recruited me to be an extra in a music video several months back, as their agent was looking for people to fill the positions at last minute. Should I mention this instance in my submission? What other questions should I ask them should I end up getting a meeting? Thank you for all your help in advance!