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Becoming an actor by BobbyGuy1320 • last post Sep 29th
I have an interest in acting and wanted to know something. How can a beginner get into to how to acting without classes? Im 14 and know absolutely nothing about it. Already feeling like its a bit late for me to act but i know thats not true. So without classes how can I learn the basis of acting or something. Or would I have to learn formally?
There's an open casting call in an area near me, does anyone have tips on how to make an effective self tape? by Makar_Accomplice • last post Sep 29th
From what I know of self tapes, generally they feature clips from your acting experience. However this one's a little different. As it's a call for teenagers who may not have had much performance experience, they've suggsted that it sould take the form of a conversation, almost. It's more about getting to know the actors, and presumably if they like the kind of person that they see and think that they could work well in the environment, they'll ask potential actors to send in a clip of them acting. At least, that's how I understand it. Here's what they said in their form: >"The idea is that people introduce themselves, say their names, how old they are, what area they live in, maybe tell us where their names come from? Why their parents called them that. Do they have a nickname, where does it come from? A little bit about their family, what they love doing and what they don’t like doing perhaps?! We would want to encourage them to be creative, to tell us about themselves, we want to get to know them a bit, the things they love doing in life. We are keen to get a feel for their world. > >They can either tell us this or if someone off camera asks them: > >What’s your name? Where does your name come from? Tell us a joke! Sing a song, strum guitar, hop on a horse, shoot some hoops, do something you enjoy?! How old are you and when is your birthday date? Where do you live and what do you enjoy about being there? What did you have for breakfast? Tell us a bit about your family? What do you enjoy doing? Who are your favourite people in your life? " I'm not sure how this should go, but [I've had a go at writing what I think I could say](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13l3Yg4WXkVheg1Af8ZIUB2-Vx56G4PMXSTh0Dmsl1Tc/edit). Am I going about it the right way, or do I need to change it?
Acting resume - public lectures/speaking events and concerts, can I put them on? by dummy-thiccchungus • last post Sep 29th
In the past, I’ve done some lectures and booked speaking events and performed as a singer for a while. Would this just be relegated to “special skills” at the bottom or would I put it somewhere else bc I have training as an actor, but only a few, non-union theater+film credits.
I'm 15 years old and decided I want to be an actor. by Flamevian • last post Sep 29th
I realized that I have a passion for acting and content creating. I already read the how to get started from tjis reddit. What is the first thing I should do right now (mind you we are in a pandemic, I'm American.) I plan on starting a YouTube channel when im 18 and go to college. My goal/vision is to have a "high paying" acting role by the time I am a senior in college/ 22 years old. Please give me some advice and tips anything is helpful.
Anyone wanna make a short film/movie? by sbtxyz77 • last post Sep 29th
Hey I’m a 15 year old kid and it’s my dream to become an actor! I loved movies like unsubscribe where they made the whole movie on a zoom call! I wanna make something like that! If u wanna make something like that DM me!
Trying to get started in V/O and audiobook narration , where do I learn more? by korenski23 • last post Sep 29th
Anyone have any advice where to start learning about voice over and audiobook narration? I am already an actor, but where can I learn about how to get started in voice over and audiobooks? Anyone have take any online courses or know any experts they recommend? The only class I’ve found so far wants $720 to teach I don’t even know what, supposedly the things we require for audiobook narration. I can spend $200 no problem on a class a month. But beyond that I have to know that it’s going to be beyond special. So any tips let me know!
Trying to start Audiobook narrating by korenski23 • last post Sep 29th
Anyone have any advice where to start learning about audiobook narration? I am already an actor, but where can I learn about how to get started in voice over, specifically audiobooks? Anyone have an online courses or experts they recommend?
favorite villains? by redalienbaby • last post Sep 29th
it's such a difficult thing for an actor to play a really good villain. To me, the best villains are never too on the nose, they always find an interesting side of the character to tap into that clearly wasn't on the page without them. My favorites would probably be Heath Ledger as Joker, Javier Bardem in No Country for Old Men and Sam Rockwell in Charlie's Angels ​ EDIT: how could I forget? Mike Myers as Dr. Evil!
Hereditary - Can we please talk about Toni Collette in the seance scene for a second!? by why_not998 • last post Sep 29th
[Click on post for scene](https://reddit.com/link/j25ufv/video/1dwxw0evw4q51/player) Alright, I'm so glad I've finally had the chance to join, because I've been wanting to talk about this since forever! So I'll jump right in. As the title says I've just wanted to take a moment, and discuss Toni Collette in this bloody genius movie & scene. I think an appropriate way to start is by asking how freaking mind-blowing is what this woman manages to do in this film?? I'm sure there have been other extremely well deserved appreciation posts for her acting, but I'd like to focus here on this seance clip in particular. I'd like to do that because she literally has a **panic attack** in this scene! The brilliant build up, and the way she manages to have you so freaked out, right from the start after Joan says "Louis, are you here?". The sheer terror on her face when she turns to the side makes you honestly believe there's something there in the room with them. Her gradual state of panic, her voice cracking, the manner in which she truly makes you feel how uncomfortable she/her character is in that situation - something absolutely out of this world. As I've mentioned before, she literally has a panic attack on screen! I've honestly never seen any actor do that and present being uneasy and afraid in such an utterly desperate and genuine way before. For anyone to be able to do that so realistically in such a far-fetched context normally, takes true talent. I was legit worried for her for a sec there. So there we go, this is pretty much the post, thanks for coming to my TedTalk haha. Honestly, she is regretfully underrated, and the fact that she was so overlooked in this movie should literally be considered a crime. Her raw mix of two completely different styles between fierceness and vulnerability at the same time, sky rocketed the bar to infinity. She should be in general and especially for this performance in that specific list of best performances of all time. On such a high position as well. Really a shame, that she didn't get the deserved love and attention for this and people don't talk about it enough. Anyways, long story short, thank you if you got to this point, please feel free to let me know your opinion on this scene, her acting in this scene and in the movie in general or if there's anything you'd like to add I'd be more than happy and curious to hear!
How can I be a supportive partner to someone not getting roles by bowkingjoe • last post Sep 28th
Hey r/acting! I need your help! My partner hasn’t been telling me about her auditions - she explained the likelihood of getting a role was super low and that most actors/actresses don’t tell their partners about their auditions b/c they often feel pitied/patronised etc. I get it and have told her she can tell me whatever she wants whenever she wants. But when she does tell me I want to be able to say the right thing / listen right / just be the right person and not say something wrong which would mean she wouldn’t tell me again. I have a boring full time job so I wouldn’t understand the audition life, but in the same way that I might not understand racism (I’m white), I’ve educated myself to be a good friend to my friends who may deal with racism. Does anyone have any tips for how I can be a supportive partner - if/when she shares with me? Thanks
Looking for voice actors to feature on a podcast! by ClutchedAreMyNuts • last post Sep 28th
Hey there, I'm a host of a podcast named Pigeons Save The World on spotify and youtube, we're looking for voice actors interested in talking about their work and hobbies. We are discussion based and hosted over discord. Hit me up if interested.
Left an abusive ex, paying off debt, & my company is permanently remote; at 30 y/o I think I'm going to give acting a shot. Just read FAQ and now have questions. by -stormborn- • last post Sep 28th
Hi there. As guilty as I feel to admit this, 2020 has been a year of huge personal growth for me. I've reached a place mentally where I want to pursue my dream of acting (film or stage), and am looking for any advice or recommendations from others who have been in my shoes. This is all something I'd like to work toward in the next few years. 1. I'm tentatively planning on paying the rest of my debt off and then saving about $10k before moving west. Is LA really the best move, or are there other locations I should highly consider (in or outside the USA)? 2. I have no experience. English Lit degree + I acted in high school. I need training. Is it **insane** to go back to school for a degree in acting? Would it be a waste of money, or could I potentially save money by going overseas (EU schools are still so expensive for international students)? Or would I be better off just taking classes/workshops at my age? I'm not sure which would "boost" my resume more, and have doubts about the efficacy or depth of (some) classes and workshops. 3. How much time should I plan on dedicating to auditions each week? My job is remote with very flexible hours, but on average demands ~30 hr/week. Would I be better suited finding a part time serving/bartending job that requires less of my time? I'm inclined to make my current job work since it means I can live anywhere, and that feels like a massive advantage. Just curious what a workweek looks like for gig-less actors. 4. What may this journey realistically look like? For example: I build savings, find a place, move, begin auditioning like crazy for all non-union jobs, down the road I get head shots, maybe land some work, network, maybe find an agent, build up experience to join the union, and continue auditioning like crazy? I'm sure there are many different pathways, just curious what a very general template would look like as something to work toward. Prior to this year it felt impossible to pursue a career/side job in acting because I was chained to a desk 9-5 and had so much debt. I'd be really interested in hearing from other aspiring or working actors, or those otherwise involved in the industry. P.S. I have no delusions about becoming wealthy or famous. Also: I read the wiki thoroughly so I hope these questions aren't cliche or annoying. Any response is appreciated, thanks in advance!
Podcasting and a "unique" voice by jt81tex • last post Sep 28th
Hey all. I'm not a voice actor nor have I given any thought to it until very recently. I, like most people, don't care for my own voice. That said about a year ago I started a podcast. Nothing special, get about 1,000 or so downloads per episode. It's a solo podcast so it's just me telling a story. Ever since I started podcasting I've been getting messages from people telling me how much they love my voice. I personally don't get it. I've been complimented on my voice before, but only from girls I was dating. This is the first time I've had complete strangers telling me they love it. I don't have a radio voice. Or a narrators voice or anything like that. It's kinda deep with a Texas accent. So just unique, maybe? I guess my question is would someone with a non conventional "unique" voice be in demand when it comes to voice acting or voiceovers? I know nobody would ever want to hear an audio book read by me, but maybe something different? Thanks.
What is the best advice to making a living as an actor? by Baseballs101 • last post Sep 28th
I REALLY want to become an actor, but I am afraid it won’t pay the bills.
What do casting directors look for in actors? by leavemeinpeace10 • last post Sep 28th
How do they choose roles and people to like? What are some things to develop to get more likely to be casted?
Have any of you considered audio drama as a way of getting work out there? by FrankPrendergastIE • last post Sep 28th
I started a podcast while in lockdown, called Acting Related, where I chat to people in the industry and try and poke out some interesting insights into how they progress their creative careers. In the most recent episode I chat to my good friend John McCarthy who is an actor, writer and director. He became frustrated at the lack of control he often had over whether projects came to being. So he created an audio drama so that he could have complete control, editing it as he had time and launching it as a podcast. His sci-fi audio drama now has almost 100k listens (largely due to Reddit!). I have to admit, audio drama had never occurred to me as a way to create work and get it out in the world. But it's kind of genius. Especially now, it's the perfect format while restrictions are in place. John shares a lot of detail on how he created the audio drama if you would like to check it out. [Listen to the podcast here - How John McCarthy created an audio drama podcast with 100k listens](https://mysite.actor/blog/how-john-mccarthy-created-an-audio-drama-podcast-with-100k-listens/)
Tips for an aspiring black teen actress? by throwaway091567 • last post Sep 28th
Hi, I’m a 17 year old senior in high school. College applications are coming up and I’m basically at that point where you have to make pretty big decisions about the future and everyone’s asking you what you want to do. When I was 14, I thought about being an actress, but I didn’t really start acting until about a year and a half ago. In March, I officially decided to pursue acting as career, but I’m not sure it will work out for me. In the year and a half, I’ve taken an acting class at my high school, vocal lessons outside of school, and been been an ensemble member in a school play. I’m currently taking another theater class in high school and I’m also enrolled in a virtual acting class at an acting studio in my city. I’m planning on being in one or two more shows in high school, hopefully with bigger roles. I don’t think I’ll get cast because of my looks. I’m probably what people would call “unconventionally attractive.” I have “ethnic” features such as a wide nose and big lips but they do work with my other features. I’m pretty brown skinned. I’m on the high end of the average weight for my height, not fat or skinny, but I do have decent proportions. I’ve joined Actors Access and I browse Backstage. I have such a hard time finding roles that fit me. Part of the reason I haven’t paid for Backstage is because of the lack of roles that I fit. It’s just extremely frustrating to deal with and makes me want to quit. That could be because of quarantine, but I don’t know. Does anyone have tips as to how to find more auditions? Do you think getting a degree in theater will help enhance my career in any way, or should I pick another major and pursue acting on the side like I’ve been doing? Issa Rae has been a big inspiration for me because I am also a screenwriter (I’ve been doing that longer than acting.) I appreciate any tips!
Non actor interested in opinions on my vocal technique by Square_Astronomer946 • last post Sep 28th
Lockdown has given this corporate worker an interest in improving his vocal technique. After watching a few videos on diaphragm breathing for vocal effect, would be interested in suggestions and feedback from folks that need to be good at this for a living, of my recitation at [https://youtu.be/TY\_eW1dkgpo](https://youtu.be/TY_eW1dkgpo)
I found this preface in ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ and think that it’s hugely relevant to all actors. by Crookstaa • last post Sep 28th
The artist is the creator of beautiful things. To reveal art and conceal the artist is art’s aim. The critic is he who can translate into another manner or a new material his impression of beautiful things. The highest as the lowest form of criti- cism is a mode of autobiography. Those who find ugly meanings in beautiful things are corrupt without being charming. This is a fault. Those who find beautiful meanings in beautiful things are the cultivated. For these there is hope. They are the elect to whom beautiful things mean only Beauty. There is no such thing as a moral or an immoral book. Books are well written, or badly written. That is all. The nineteenth century dislike of Realism is the rage of Caliban seeing his own face in a glass. The nineteenth century dislike of Romanticism is the rage of Caliban not seeing his own face in a glass. The moral life of man forms part of the subject-matter of the artist, but the morality of art consists in the perfect use of an im- perfect medium. No artist desires to prove anything. Even things that are true can be proved. No artist has ethical sympathies. An ethical sympathy in an artist is an un- pardonable mannerism of style. No artist is ever morbid. The artist can express everything. Thought and language are to the artist instruments of an art. Vice and virtue are to the artist materials for an art. From the point of view of form, the type of all the arts is the art of the musician. From the point of view of feeling, the actor’s craft is the type. All art is at once surface and symbol. Those who go beneath the surface do so at their peril. Those who read the symbol do so at their peril. It is the spectator, and not life, that art really mirrors. Diversity of opinion about a work of art shows that the work is new, complex, and vital. When critics disagree, the artist is in accord with himself. We can forgive a man for making a useful thing as long as he does not admire it. The only excuse for making a useless thing is that one admires it intensely. All art is quite useless. OSCAR WILDE