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Wanted to vent. Sorry by aeaf123 • last post Jul 13th
So my son, without any representation or prior acting experience self taped for an open call a year back for a lead role that quite frankly never comes around. Goes without saying that there was really no expectation going in.. Fast forward, his 7th audition was the final/for studio approval. There was a highly emotional scene he had to pull off where he was halfway there. The problem is, I know I would have got him there, but it hurts as a father to have to get it out of him, and I wanted to spare him for the real thing on set. So I spoke in a compassionate way before the scene and it didn't work. This was a major studio backed film, and I guess a part of me is torn because I know he could have done it when the time came to do the real thing, and I know that is what lost him the role. It would have been a once in a lifetime experience for him. But the other part of me takes solace knowing that my son has his wonderful child innocence to him and joy about him. And there are potential horrors child actors face. But there were also concessions I considered going in, knowing that stories live on and they have the potential to impact lives in a very positive and even inspired way... And I believed in the story that it had that potential. This was also a gut check for me of the reality of the industry... especially for minors. They have to prove to be able to deliver strong emotional material multiple times and at such a young age because someone else's millions of dollars and investor money is at stake. It's such a rough spot to shoulder for an adult, let alone a child. Just that consistent need to keep validating to those interests that one can perform before doing the real thing. Eh, I dunno. I think everyone who loves acting does it because they have something to say or share. They want to open their soul to connect others. Everyone has movies that have impacted our lives in some way, movies that have inspired careers from acting, filmmaking, a sports star, to even becoming a scientist or an astronaut. There is true beauty in it. Eh, sorry. I guess as someone who tried acting before for a few years it affected me alot too because I was admittedly living vicariously through my son in this process. My son loves it... But for him to get so far has been much tougher for him than just not getting far at all.
Stop being nervous? by hoehoehoe96 • last post Jul 13th
I’m taking a new acting class that I really love. The problem? Every time I get on the stage, I start shaking and get nervous. I hate it so much. Because when I’m not nervous, I enjoy it so so much, and not to toot my horn but I also do a great job. So it’s so much in the way for me! You’d think that I’m a beginner but I’m not. I’ve graduated an acting conservatory, and I’ve been working on set as an actor and have had recurring roles in different shows, but I’m never nervous when filming. So I don’t understand why I’m nervous when it’s on a stage for a damn class? What can I do? It’s been like this for years and years and I thought by now that would’ve changed.
"actor-muso" problems by wineline69 • last post Jul 13th
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How do you know if you’re natural actor? by Euphoric-Wash-5659 • last post Jul 13th
Heard an acting coach say this on a podcast and it got me thinking what separates natural actors from more technical actors (not less talented, but more training, methods, etc.).
Could you ever really come back to good once playing pure evil ? by Royal-Ad-3535 • last post Jul 13th
I'm getting the chance to play a certain character (pure evil, and not super villain/comic book evil, I'm talking real life evil portrayal, maximum security prison level) I have only ever been, the nice, funny, caring character. I have seen some actors who have portrayed the somewhat bad person and then easily bounce back to being cast as the nice/funny character...but I have never seen anyone really come back after playing pure evil, they were pretty much stuck as the evil person from then on. Now, I don't want to be stuck as an "Evil" actor for the rest of my career, and I know it's easy to get type cast... What are your thoughts, should I just pass on this one ? I am only considering it, because I am almost guaranteed the part.
How do I go from VO to VA? by DrStupid87 • last post Jul 12th
Hi all, I've been recording audiobooks for a couple of months now and I'm getting better with each one I've done. Thing is, I don't want to box myself in to a corner and only be able to do narration. I recently binge watched Drawn Together and loved the voice work of all the actors in it. All of the voices sound genuine and believeable. This is something I'd like to try but am honestly stuck on what to do next. I'm shy enough about trying to do a different voice in day to day life that I kind of clam up and can't sink the effort in to it. I play DnD and do a hammed up style voice (somewhere between russian and jamaican) for my character, but that feels natural to do and I enjoy it. Do any of you have any advive on how to practice being a voice actor? Or how to get in to the right mindset and offset my nerves? I should mention that I know voice coaches are a thing, but I'm currently unemployed so I can't really pay for a service at the moment. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
Is a green card enough to become an actor in the US or do I need to be a US citizen? by Intelligent-Oil241 • last post Jul 12th
I heard that to be cast in any role no matter how small it is you would need to show proof of citizenship.
What do you need to do as a stand in actor? I’ve been hired but I’m nervous as I have no experience. by Commercial_Daikon516 • last post Jul 12th
Anybody making amateur projects by aquakeyblademaster • last post Jul 12th
hello, just an amateur voice actor. I've found that a great way to keep practicing, improving and earn some visibility (mostly to share on social networks, as portfolio, etc.) is collaboration with other amateur people on projects. Do someone want to participate or create one where I can help them with my voice?
Question on appropriate budget for project. by Keithic • last post Jul 12th
Hey, My friends and I have a song that requires a few news broadcaster voices. It's roughly a 10-11 second clip, about 20 words. I've looked on [voice.com](https://voice.com) and [https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/](https://globalvoiceacademy.com/gvaa-rate-guide-2/) but there's nothing specific about having a voice actor in a song in terms what I should expect to pay out. The voice actor wouldn't be singing, just talking normally with background instrumentals. ​ What do you guys think a proper budget would be for a project like this; per voice actor?
Various Questions from a Starting Actor by ZookeepergameNo3630 • last post Jul 12th
1. What goes into a great audition tape/demo reel? 2. Does location matter that much if you want to get cast? 3. How many unknown actors or even just inexperienced actors have been cast in large projects for studios like Marvel or WB, and is it possible for me?
what are important physical attributes, so you stand out in castings/auditions etc? by alleglorys7 • last post Jul 12th
TW: body dysmorphia this is going to sound so shallow and almost superficial, as i know acting is about your talent and passion but there is definitely a huge “looks” aspect whether we like it or not. i go through ups and downs with body dysmorphia which is very unlucky for someone who wants to be an actor as the basis of acting is having people watching you and a camera literally zooming in on your face. i’ve been trying so hard but in auditions/performances more than my lines and performance i’m always focusing on “i wonder if they think i’m ugly/pretty” “i wish i was as pretty as the other person auditioning” “i should’ve lost a little weight”. i know people will say that i’m overthinking it but i genuinely know that the day i truly feel beautiful i will be 10x more confident which will improve my performance. my goal is to go into film and tv and there is no way i’ll excel if i don’t feel confident in my looks (i never show it because i don’t want to seem weak and whiny but i deal really badly with judgment on my looks) i hate photos and videos people take of me to the point of crying and thinking that i’m the ugliest person in the world and wondering why i look so different in the mirror vs the camera. i can never watch back my audition tapes - not because i don’t like my acting but because of how i look. see the problem? so i think about these 50x a day “how do i think i’ll be an actress if i can’t even spare a glance at my videos or tapes?” i can’t even attend my first agency interview because of this. i haven’t taken headshots because i don’t want to face the dread after looking at them because i know i’ll hate them. it’s literally ruining me and my passion. in my mind i have to be the most attractive person in the room otherwise i’m ugly and worthless. from an outsider perspective i’m usually told i’m pretty and have never been called ugly but my mind automatically translates that to “they’re just lying”...so draining. my mind lowers my own self esteem. even though i know i can improve some of my features. all of my acting teachers have said along the lines of “your performance and acting technique is amazing but your low confidence pulls you down, it’s a shame and waste of big potential” so what are some things i can physically improve about me so i can stand out a little more? i’m a female, 18. any advice will be appreciated. (also i don’t have any issues with constructive criticism towards my acting, i actually am grateful for any that is given. this is all about my physical attributes)
How To Get More Auditions by SnooKiwis2229 • last post Jul 11th
I stumbled on this dudes video on YouTube. He is a former talent agent intern and talks about how to get more auditions if you are a theatrical/television actor. Might he worth checking out. I think he had good stuff to say. https://youtu.be/xR7nxAWvIkc
Newbie canadian actor suddenly moving to LA. Help by fwnbmb • last post Jul 11th
Hello! I recently started acting in Vancouver during the pandemic and have been lucky to have worked a handful of gigs so far. However my fiancé recently accepted a promotion that requires him to move to LA in the next few months. Im quite nervous as i feel like ive barely got my feet wet in the Vancouver scene and i didn’t expect to move this soon. I hear LA is very (understandably) competitive and i really don’t want to lose my current agent and have to look for another from scratch. What is the LA scene like? Do i even have a chance at getting an LA agent without any lead roles/series regular roles etc? Are there any other Canadians that have moved to LA for acting? Am i gonna be way in over my head? Im a typical polite Canadian, and not very ‘Hollywood’. ( im female/29 bi-racial but go out for teen roles a lot if that helps)
Network approval by Kaywexrob • last post Jul 11th
My kid got pinned for a role and I was told he was approved by the network. Are multiple actors approved or just their final pick? He hasn’t been booked yet
Which type acting classes do you recommend for becoming a film/tv actor? by keepingupwiththeos • last post Jul 11th
Got offered my first on screen role but now I’m not sure if I should take it by lethalwomen_22 • last post Jul 11th
It’s an independent film, but has some well known established names attached to it. However my role would require me to be comfortable with nudity and engage in 2 steamy sex scenes. I didn’t really expect to get the role but now that I have I don’t know if I want to do it. They do have an intimacy director, but I don’t think the nudity and sex is particularly justified. I’m also worried about being typecast, that I might not be considered for different type of roles if I take on this part. The part doesn’t allow me to explore my range as an actor either. I’m thinking of declining the offer right now, but I want to get a second opinion because I’m still early enough in my acting career.
How to find Positive stable people and how to safely manage being surrounded by toxic people? by exhausted9156 • last post Jul 11th
it’s really crazy to me how many crazy people exist in this world. I have had the absolute hardest time finding GOOD people in my life’s journey, let alone positive mentally sane people that are actually remotely capable of being good friends / supportive to me in any way I have, instead, encountered nothing but unstable people, drug addicts, depression cases, manipulative people, and just a seemingly never ending conveyer belt of deeply unhappy competitive people who want nothing more than to just drag me down to their level. I don’t know how to do this anymore when people suck so fucking badly, and it seems like nothing I do can attract / find good people to be friends with in my life. I’m tired of being alone and I’m tired of constantly meeting the worst human beings imaginable I have had so many terrible toxic roommates that have nothing going for themselves so they absolutely HATE to see me do good things for myself, like be sober, or go to the gym consistently, or practice my acting or be happy about my acting in any way shape or form. Because THEY are not happy with their failed dreams and their miserable lives, so they HATE seeing me be happy. It would be sad if it wasn’t so fucking frequent, if it wasn’t SO many people that behave like this I mean this sub in particular is incredibly toxic but nobody talks about it. People come on here to humble brag and yes some people are genuinely in their efforts to help, but most aren’t, most are completely selfish and reeking of desperation, projection of their own issues, and just plain old brainwashing from capitalism. I just don’t know how to meet good people. I feel like if I actually had a group of actor friends that were on the same wavelength as me my life would be completely different, I would feel joy at getting the great auditions I get, instead of fear and stress because the circumstances of my life are so terrible, just surrounded by nothing but shitty human beings. Seriously: people stuck in my circumstances, how do you find the strength to keep pursuing this? How do you find quality supportive human beings? It sounds so ridiculous asking his question, but it’s unfortunately the truth of my situation. I just want to meet good people
Union Background vs non-Union Background by International_Ad3652 • last post Jul 11th
Hi I am in Canada, and was wondering how the Union Background worker gets chosen for a production? If the quota on a shoot is say 10 Union and 20 non-Union, how are the 10 Union background workers picked for the job? Do seniority background workers get chosen over less senior background workers? Or do they just submit their names and the producer, director, casting agent pick the faces that they want. I know I would get more work as a non-Union background worker, but for less pay and benefits, etc, etc. I'm wondering if I would get any work at all as a Union background actor...any advice?
When do VO actors get event-agents? by rosencranzand • last post Jul 11th
Curious if anyone has any knowledge of this. The question is not about agents who represent VO actors for jobs, but those rare "Event-agents" (they may not be called that) who book VO talent to go to Cons, and all the events where they are paid. How soon can an actor get represented? Anyone have any knowledge of a VO actor who was merely in a few games but a few major characters, attending an event? Thanks!