We have found 20,084 posts across 4 actor forums:
Things you might like to know more about...! by organicacting • last post Apr 6th
I am a Drama school trained actor with 20+ years experience. As I side project I post a lot of 'how to' videos on YouTube - all revolving around our industry. Is there anything you guys have always wanted to learn about? An area of the industry that intrigues you and you might find interesting to watch a video on? Maybe you're just starting out and wonder what to do next to get your career moving(?) Any help or suggestions would be most welcome. Thank you.
How hard is it to become a Hollywood Oscar-worthy actor? by secretgirlcc • last post Apr 6th
Getting a London agent: who to avoid, who to look into? by applegoogleredditor • last post Apr 6th
Hey guys! I am 22 and I graduated from drama school last July here in the UK. I’m currently in London and I’m looking for representation; I applied last year when my course did our final year shows but I didn’t get much interest from agents, however I have since got new headshots AND paid for a 2 scene showreel. And I’ve been working on writing my own work and making videos/shorts… So I’m feeling relatively confident in my material now, more than I was in June. However I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions for agencies to apply to that may be open to accepting new but trained actors, and agencies to avoid applying to (either because they’re not so good, or because they don’t accept people without recommendations from other agents/CDs/actors already in their books - such as Curtis Brown). I know the basics but I’d love some more info about what I could aim for right now.
I Thought I Wanted To Be An Actor, But I Just Wanted To Find My Voice by WouldDie4aFry • last post Apr 6th
So, for the more seasoned and professional actors, how often do you check in with your agents about work? by dwiggs81 • last post Apr 6th
Just got an agent after about seven years of not having one, and I don't know how much things have changed.
An actor speaking up on mental health by WholeMethod852 • last post Apr 6th
Seeking UK actors between the ages of 16-25! by sickandtiredbro • last post Apr 6th
Hi! First post here! Nice to meet you all. Myself and a group of friends are taking degrees in Film and Film-related subjects here in the UK. We have written a short comedy film, set entirely on Zoom (so distance is no issue) called “For Taid”. If you’re interested please fill in this form! Thanks again. [“For Taid” Application Form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSegQGpnQdicTa5vALvEDVGyFV0FxKmVo3DcGEfQS1g--qSqvA/viewform?usp=sf_link)
starting out late :(( by Bourbon_Lake524 • last post Apr 6th
I’m 16 years old, turning 17. I feel like I’m starting so late because I see all these kid actors on big screens. I’m planning to start when I finish college and seeing actors my age being successful in the industry makes me think that maybe I’m too late for this. I’m still planning to pursue acting because I really love it. I’m just a little scared. Do you guys feel the same way too or am I just overthinking things?
SAG and Voice Work by Inevitable-Number-67 • last post Apr 6th
Hi everyone. I'm currently SAG-E, and hope to join SAG very soon! I am very pro-union, and have previously been a long time member of the actors union in my home country. I make this clear as I appreciate the importance of union membership and Global Rule One. However, I am really confused about SAG's position with regards voice-over work. I get a significant amount of voice work from the UK (where I used to be based) and am currently seeing a lot more non-union than union voice work in the US. Global Rule One would prevent me doing both the UK voice over work (which is never on a SAG contract) and the non-union work here. Unlike in film and TV, it seems that in voice over the internet and ease of home recording has completely changed the industry, meaning most voiceovers are now non-union. Of course this has caused a reduction in pay in some jobs, but it also seems many non-union voiceovers keep their pay relatively high in order to attract the best talent. Just judging by the union/non-union split in the auditions I get (through an agent, who excludes low paying jobs) it's something like 80% non-union to 20% union. This is a huge industry that joining SAG would exclude. For me it would reduce my potential work to around 10% of the current amount. I understand that SAG doesn't require SAG contracts for audiobooks -- that they are in some way exempt from Global Rule One ([https://www.suchavoice.com/2018/11/29/four-things-you-didnt-know-about-sag-aftra/](https://www.suchavoice.com/2018/11/29/four-things-you-didnt-know-about-sag-aftra/)). Is SAG even considering altering its stance on other voice-over work? What are people's thoughts on this specific situation, where SAG members are excluded from bread-and-butter jobs that make up a majority of the voice over work in the industry?
I have a new showreel and would love your critique. This is the culmination of my 3 years as an actor. by Ramoach • last post Apr 6th
Good starter mics? by Anata-no-hira • last post Apr 6th
I'm an aspiring voice actor and I really need a good microphone, if anyone could link me one or two that'd be awesome! Also I don't know if this info matters but my voice is one the deeper side.
Are there any sort of actor conventions or other gatherings? by SPELDWR0NG • last post Apr 6th
I know most industries have multiple conventions of some sort throughout the US and the world. Is there anything for actors or filmmakers? I'm new to this world so there could be some big, well known event that I never heard of. Obviously there probably wasn't anything in 2020 and probably won't be anything in 2021, but are there any annual events that exist that might start back up eventually?
I'm from Miami, and my parents are from Argentina. Can I become an actor in South Korea? by ExcitingRegister • last post Apr 6th
I've been watching Vincenzo (I love it), and I've been wondering recently if I can become a South Korean actor despite being Argentine-American.
Representation by Rogue_Henchman • last post Apr 6th
Can someone give me a realistic reason as to why I can't get agents to sniff at me. Should I get more of a commercial headshot? Is it because I'm bald? Am I not trying hard enough? Do I need better clips? I see other people with representation and they aren't at the acting clips aren't exactly the best. I'd like to hear from all actors but really from those who are represented and know what agents are looking for. Here is my actors access: https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/kevinrichardbest
Why acting? by cryoncue • last post Apr 5th
Fact is , we actors are in a profession or hobby where we don’t always get to do the thing we love. So why are you an actor ? What do you love about it? What frustrates you about it? What do you most wish would come true in your acting career ? What scares you the most about pursuing acting?
i really regret that i didn’t start earlier. by throwaway-38238 • last post Apr 5th
I’m in love with acting, but i feel like this industry really glorifies youth, especially for women. I’m only 16 now but i feel like my time is ticking away. i spent most of my childhood WISHING i was an actress, but due to social anxiety i never really did anything about it. Looking at all the famous actors in Hollywood, i see a pattern of most of them having their first roles at ages 8-15 or so and all I’ve done is a few school plays. I know I shouldn’t be comparing myself to them but it’s a little disheartening.
Who is this actor? by DomDomBrah • last post Apr 5th
NY or LA? by actresswhowrites • last post Apr 5th
(Thinking about the future. Obviously I have to train more, even consider if I want to work outside my current local market, but this is where my mind is at right now) I’m a black, 16 year old, female and I don’t know where I’d want to live in the future. I often consider the idea of living in NY and working in Off-Off-Broadway and Off-Broadway shows (maybe even Broadway) throughout my 20s to build a reputation then move to LA for film/tv but I do know many roles for women in film/tv are meant for young women to play high school and college aged. I also can’t sing (though I can dance some and intend on training in that) so it’s not like musicals are an option in NY. Also is one or the other place better for black actors. Any advice is appreciated!
Actor Reels by pixelflicktv • last post Apr 5th
If San Francisco is where you call home, do you think you need to live in L.A. to pursue your dream? I’ve been an Actor/Filmmaker now for almost 30 years. My life has been an adventure to say the least. I love Acting, I love production and I love storytelling. I’m working on producing a live stream specifically for Bay Area Actors, Writers & Crew, to show off their reels produced by yours truly. This week I’m launching the stream. Stay tuned!!
Opinion by CartoonsandCereal2 • last post Apr 5th
As a black up and coming actor, it’s pretty frustrating ngl to see the same black actors/actresses get all the roles, all the accolades etc. Not to take away from there accomplishments but come on lol every-time theres a black role or a big movie role I can almost guarantee which black actor or actress is going to get it. It's not even a matter of lack of black actors. There's plenty of us who are good enough, and capable of playing these roles but its sooooo discouraging to see these guys select the same guys over and over. The only young black actors being casted in serious roles these days are British black actors. Apperantly because they are better trained which I don’t think is true. I studied at the HB studios and William esper studios, and I know several black friends who studied hard core theatre from childhood who’ve never been casted for anything. It just sucks