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I am not a camera actress. by Al5xrocks • last post Aug 9th
I decided to face reality years ago. I am just not photogenic. I’m not saying I’m ugly— cameras just can’t capture what little beauty I have. Annoyingly so that I would not even waste anyone’s time to audition for a role that would have me predominantly in the mix. Me on camera would be so distracting it would take away from the art. This is a reason that out of high school I decided not to go on with acting. I’m not saying all acting is camera work, but theres a lot of that out there. I’m just sticking to stage work. The stage is literally where I belong and where I feel most alive. The place where you FEEL the laughter and you are able to egg the audience on... oh the energy! I just felt like posting this. I mean it’s not even self degrading it’s facing facts. The world looks for unique/beautiful people. My face is neither and just will not cooperate with cameras. I am completely fine with this, and realized there is definitely a difference in being photogenic and attractive. Also for not being photogenic a good tip is finding your angle. Even if I found that angle, no one can just act from an angle.
Acting/ Talent agencies in Texas? (Dallas, Austin, Houston) by habaroa • last post Aug 9th
Hey r/acting, I’m a LA actor that’s been quarantined in Austin, Texas since April and now planning to stay here for awhile. I’ve been having trouble finding much information on agencies in Texas. I’ve submitted to some (Page Parkes, Acclaim, Collier, Actors Clearinghouse) and have received offers but want to see if anyone has any input or advice! Much appreciated, thank you!
When you guys have a kissing scene do you rehearse it over and over? by Jabaggs • last post Aug 9th
When you have a kiss scene with a fellow actor/actress do you guys rehearse it with each other and practice kissing?
I need some advice for a talent show I'm in! by yoaprh • last post Aug 9th
Recently, I joined a local talent show to showcase my voice acting and get some publicity/win some prizes maybe. In the audition round, I was given the equivalent of a golden buzzer, but the judges hinted that they were looking for talents in the areas of hosting and presenting, basically media personalities. Personally I'm more of a character voice actor and impressionist. With that being said, how can I tailor my act to match what they're looking for, while maintaining my advantage in doing impressions and weird voices? In the audition round, I did a gameshow host voice, but I feel like it's gonna lose its novelty should I keep reprising it.
Is it possible to make it as a successful screen actor without connections, money, family in the business, etc? by strugglingeye • last post Aug 9th
Not asking for a reality check. But at least here in the UK it feels very much like a game of spot the Tory, you know? It’s like everyone who makes it as a successful actor went to Eton. Even those who aren’t big names but still work regularly either come from money, their family are in the business, have serious connections, etc. Looking at most young actors my age, for example Anya Taylor Joy, she was discovered while walking her dog outside of Harrods. Sure she’s a good actor but to me that also shows she lives in uber central London i.e. she’s very rich. Maya Hawk, Lily Rose Depp, celebrity parents. Maya Hawk had 0 credits to her name when she got cast in BBC’s Little Women. She only got the audition and the part because of her name. And it’s the name that opens doors, not the talent. Timothee Chalamet comes from money and his parents are famous in other fields. Ansel Elgort comes from money too. Daisy Ridley even though she makes it seem like she’s self made, aren’t her family super rich? Those who aren’t part of any of the above categories are a minority and usually get into RADA or Guildhall which gives them priority access to agents and the industry. Smaller drama schools don’t have that. Other people who aren’t part of the above categories are often very lucky as well as supremely talented. John Boyega, for example; extremely skilled actor, happened to be in the right place at the right time. But that’s quite rare. I know we do this because we love it, can’t live without it. But. As a 2020 graduate from a smaller school, I feel like my career is doomed before it starts. Can’t do theatre because of corona; can’t do screen acting because you need to have theatre experience first, be seen by CDs and agents, network in press nights etc and then audition for screen. My school shut before we even did our showreels so I have nothing to send to casting directors; and though many have said they don’t mind self tapes on your personal spotlight, neither me nor my classmates have had a single response from something like that. We have finished drama school and no one has an agent... It’s honestly sad. My school isn’t even a tiny or new one, it’s established, just not one or the top schools. Plus, I’m an immigrant (though English is one of my first languages) and nobody really looks for someone of my profile. So. Can you really do this industry without crazy connections? Bout to go mad. Thanks.
I need an adult male voice actor Canadian or American accent, (20-35 age range) for a short quote reading video series. by throwawaygal1992 • last post Aug 8th
Please pm me with your rates. I am thinking of 3 videos to start. These are really short, average 5 lines max and will be published on Instagram for a writer page.
Things are finally coming together/a list of things I have found helpful over quarantine by Rainingsun15 • last post Aug 8th
Hello! I just wanted to share this because I’m really excited and I have no one to talk to about it in person. I have been busting my ass to get better at my craft and get my marketing materials and package together. I just recently decided to take a gap year from my acting conservatory and take this year to see where I fit in the industry. For the first month, all I got were crickets. However in the last few weeks 3 big things have happened. 1. I booked a lead in my first film that films 2 hours away from where I live. 2. I got accepted into the William Esper Conservatory for the upcoming year. 3. A director offered to fly me out to Albuquerque becuase she liked my audition. She’s established in the industry already and she booked me as the lead in her upcoming short. Anyways, I’m so freaking excited for what this year could bring. Just wanted to share that. This community is such a good way to keep up motivation. I know it’s not much but everyone starts somewhere. Also, I have been on the hunt for resources during this time and here is what I have found the most helpful if anyone wants to take advice from a random stranger on the internet. Jodie Bentley Career Coach- She will meet with you for free for 30 minutes and she knows what she is talking about. She’ll help you fully realize who you are and what you sell (which if you ask me is really worth investing in). There are a lot of resources like this out there and you should totally pick one that works for you and spend this time at home focusing on your brand. Actors Comedy Studio- ACS is offering free seminars about how to book sitcoms, headshots, and a bunch of other random topics. Totally 100% free and they are just overflowing with knowledge. BAC Talent on Insta- Does an insta live almost everyday with an industry professional. Just listen to these while your working out or brushing your teeth and you will totally learn something new. Books- The two books below are such great guides for the industry. The first one focuses on LA and the later on NYC. I suggest you read both of them becuase the info in both is so so good. I learned so much. In the LA one, there is a checklist of things to do and a list of things you will need to pay for in your career. I found that especially helpful. (Pro tip- see if your library card will let you into Hoopla online. You can most likely find a lot of acting books for free if your resourceful) Acting in LA- Kristina Sexton Breaking and Entering- Philip Carlson Anyways that’s all. I have a master list of resources if anyone wants that. Just DM me.
How should I credit myself on IMDb? by Arsonnel • last post Aug 8th
I'll try to make this as simple as possible because I know the question is confusing me lol I booked a role in February as a paramedic on an episode of a true crime reenactment TV show. On my contract I am playing a character with a name, but this "character" is a real person who appears in the episode to give her recount of events through VO while I play her younger self, doing paramedic things. Do I credit myself on IMDb as playing "Shirley Reeve", "Young Shirley Reeve", or as "Paramedic"? I was credited in the end titles of the episode, but not as anything specific. All the actors were listed under "With:" in the end credits, so I don't have my answer there. If it means anything––the actual Shirley Reeve is not listed in the end credits.
Good acting studios in the Denver/Colorado area? by BrokeHardHead • last post Aug 8th
As the title says. Been looking around but there is so many different ones. Also, what is the difference between a Acting School versus an Actors studio? Worried about the school, since I first of all don't got a GED and secondly, money. ​ Cheers.
Good acting opportunities in San Antonio, Texas? Maybe aspiring actors to get in touch with? by thatenzoguy • last post Aug 8th
Just moved here. Excited for the bigger city move. Just wondering if there is anything worth it in San Antonio to try anything out. I know during a pandemic there isn’t much, but maybe for whenever it is over/settling down?
Which popular actor has the strangest face? by ribblle • last post Aug 8th
Let the upvotes decide.
Being a working actor is the equivalent of working all week and spending all your money on lottery tickets by StrobeRogers • last post Aug 8th
Are talk show hosts actors? by IWillRise12 • last post Aug 8th
I always think that much of the reactions, laughter, etc, are just acting. I mean, most of the shows are scripted, the environment and the products are already set up. So, I doubt if their reactions are authentic. Do talk show hosts and television presenters in general have a made-up character with made-up reactions just like acting?
ntourage: Tiktok for actors by calindrimbau • last post Aug 8th
Running 30 minute discussions with actors about features for ntourage, a new social app for actors that's set to disrupt the entertainment industry. If you want to get involved, message me at calin\[at\]ntourage.app or calindrimbau (insta). You'll get early access to the platform in return.
How do I know I could be a good choice actor? by new_Femboy • last post Aug 8th
I want to start voice acting but I don't know if I'd be good
Question about child actors by goldstandardalmonds • last post Aug 7th
I’m not sure if this is the right sub but just something I’m genuinely curious about. I’ve been rewatching some old sitcoms (like Full House) and I’m thinking, how do they work with kids like Nicky and Alex? How do the kids not get confused calling uncle Jesse “daddy”? Or, for example, on today’s episode Jesse was “mocking” some hand motions the kids were doing to tease him. How would that have been planned, or just a lot of improv working with kids? Anyway, I’m just curious about this and would be interested in what it’s like working with very young kids on the set of something.
Hello guys my name is clark I'm 17 years old and I'm an actor. I'm looking for actors my age, maybe we can facetime and do some acting by wamblymars304 • last post Aug 7th
Most of my friends dont really like acting, so I wanted to find some acting partners, maybe we can make a zoom call and act all together
Question on putting non-acting roles on resume by HeyKalei • last post Aug 7th
Somewhat of a new actor here with a tiny resume of work on my AA profile. Today I was beefing up the resume with the student films I’ve been in and that led me to what I’ve done that isn’t a short/tv/movie. Should I put under an “other” category in the resume section that I was a performer in parades because they’re somewhat well known or when I was in my college’s halloween maze as a scare actor? I say this only since they are performances but again they aren’t acting. Or should I put stuff like that in the about me section? Edit: eventually I'll take them off once I get more roles under my belt but for the time being is it a good idea to have them their when I haven't been in much?
[META] Can we talk about all the underage posts? by simo-playha • last post Aug 7th
I pretty regularly see posts on this sub from people as young as 15 years old broadcasting their age and looking for contacts. I know networking is an important part of the acting career path but it seems innapropriate to have this happening on this sub. A reddit post casts a wide net and you really don't know who you're talking to on the internet. I absolutely don't want to exclude young actors from this subreddit but I worry about what kind of people might be responding to these posts. I've seen so many tragic stories that start with young actors being lured to LA by people they meet online and wind up doing a lot of things they regret. I don't think I know what's best for anyone else, I just want to discuss the issue. Please tell me if I'm being overbearing or worrying about a non-issue.
Thinking of Web Development for Support Job... by shosamae • last post Aug 7th
Hey so I would love some advice from anyone who has some experience in this field... So, some background: my girlfriend and I are both actors, stunt performers, she's an intimacy director and I'm a writer/director as well out of NYC. We've both been hustling for the last 4 years while in NYC as we audition, train in stunts, and produce/fund our own work. COVID really set us back, especially myself as I bartended on Broadway. We are both really not looking forward to starting from the ground up and hustling making minimum wage. For the longest time it was our life, side gigs and tip work to pay bills while we kept our life free to audition and take classes, train, all that. But post COVID, the thought of starting from the ground up and struggling to survive has left me at least super depressed about the future. This was compounded when I discovered my sister, who is a freelance web developer, makes 60$ an hour (she says that's low end) and works four hours a day. Which has my gf and I thinking of one or both of us training in web development/app development/coding through a boot camp. My family has the money and good will to pay for training, we've simply never decided to go for it because we were focused on the acting life and didn't want to sacrifice a good bit of time (6 month boot camp, maybe a year on a contract job before freelance is an option) and our flexibility as actors. But now, with auditions being unavailable for a good while due to COVID, and the prospect of surviving off Trader Joe's or Starbucks not looking appealing, we are considering it. My main reservation is that lack of flexibility. Acting/creating is our main focus in life and our passion and love. I worry that a 9-5 style job would make auditions impossible, or that the emotional and creative energy spent on the job would be too draining and result in us being too tired to go to that audition, write that script, train in that stunt etc. On the other hand, the salary would be a huge increase on what we make now, and it would provide us better training opportunities and potentially give us more money to fund our own projects or start our own stunt/stage combat classes. As well as not struggling to pay rent on a tiny shoebox apartment. So I'd love any input from those who are both actors/creators and who are in the web development world. Is it possible to make both work? Is it too draining or time consuming? Does the financial stability help your mental health over hustling seven days a week at a more flexible but lower paying job? Thank you all! First post. Apologies for the novel.