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Steps you took to get where you are as an actor today by caalittlemiss • last post Feb 22nd
Acting is the one career that can't simply be followed on one path. There's no guarantees or list of steps to success. So what I want to know is: what was your path to getting where you are as an actor today? how did you start? first roles? get an agent/manager? get paid? etc. Share your acting journey to this point so far! :)
I just want to act (UK) by vebekka • last post Feb 22nd
Ive been researching online how to start acting, and all the websites I've found talk about getting agents and doing research and moving to big cities with saccrine sweet motivational pieces about being patient and warnings about not making it big straight away. I have no interest in any of that. The thought of being a famous actor anywhere near Hellywood makes me feel sick. I have no interest in making a career out of it. I just want to act for fun. I want to take some classes, get on a stage and do some local productions. I can't find information about doing this anywhere! My school was too poor to do plays or even have a drama class, and I'm in my mid twenties now. All the acting schools around me seem to be for children, maximum age 15. I can't find an adult drama class anywhere. I can find some seedy looking expensive acting courses but they seem to be taking advantage of those people who have stars in their eyes and dream of movies. Not interested. Please, my research is failing me - anyone in the UK know of any specific places that do adult drama groups which could teach me a few things and give me an opportunity to be part of a production? Or know the best way to find one? Google fails me
Why do agents "honeymoon" you? by mirrorsarereflective • last post Feb 22nd
Not for myself, but I noticed a few colleagues who sign up with big name agencies. At first I see them posting selftapes or getting roles. Even their agents post their accomplishments on their own instagrams. But then after awhile, nothing happens for a long period of time. Usually, I notice this with actors who aren't very good at acting to begin with (that is, they come off as super unnatural to the point of no return). Usually these actors will get some costar roles, and rarely willthere be actors who get principal roles. These actors are marketable types too, so I dont think it can be blamed on luck and look alone. Why does this happen both from actors and agents pov? And how do you prevent it as an actor?
If I don't have perfect teeth, will I not be successful in LA? by Unhelpfulhelpful • last post Feb 22nd
Weird question but I heard in America good teeth is very much a status thing. My teeth need a year of bracers and then veneers if I wanted them to look better, but I'm comfortable with my teeth how they are. But I also don't want to aim for America if I don't fit what they look for in young female actors. Opinions?
Good community theater in Los Angeles? by elcapitanL • last post Feb 22nd
Hello all, Does anyone have a recommendation for a good community theater that takes new people in? I am a beginner actor, having only been practicing the past 3 months, and I absolutely love it. I am trying to get involved in as much as I can, so I was looking for a good theater that I could possibly audition for? Any and all suggestions are truly appreciated
The Best Time to Move to LA? by swanprincess • last post Feb 21st
I'm reading contradicting advice from different people/sources on when an actor should take the plunge and move to LA. I currently live in Austin, TX, and it's a great city and I have a pretty comfortable/stable lifestyle. The acting scene is decent enough; it's never going to be as bustling...
I'm a young actress, and I've been in LA a year. What should I be doing? by PhoebeElle • last post Feb 21st
Hi everyone! I'm a 21-year-old actress, and I left college to move to LA almost a year ago. Since then, I've gotten new headshots, started taking classes at Lesly Kahn, been working with a coach one-on-one twice a week, attended a couple workshops, networked like crazy, and acted in a...
Meeting CDs in LA classes? by InvulnerableBlasting • last post Feb 21st
Hey everyone. I'm an actor in the LA area currently on the representation grind. I have newly acquired commercial rep, and aside from getting that and booking a national commercial, the feedback I get the most on the occasion I do have a theatrical agent or manager meeting is that I need more relationships with CDs. Are there any classes known for bringing in CDs or workshops that are still reputable? Or any other ways you've had success building relationships with them? I'm going to assemble and email list tomorrow and email a bunch of them, but we all know how unsolicited materials are usually treated. Thanks everyone! Edit: I am at UCB already and am in a scene study class. Not against a change in scenery.
How do you do a romantic scene with somebody you can't stand? by SUPASTAAHH • last post Feb 21st
I'm in a weekly scene study class, and I have a huge romantic scene to perform with my partner. Our actor personalities just really clash and the more time I spend with him rehearsing the more I dislike him. Our characters are madly in love. His acting style and technique is also not amazing which throws me off on top of not wanting to look at his face. How do I overcome this. Are there examples of big stars who have had to deal with this in film?
Weight and body by tofuchocolate • last post Feb 21st
I am asian female who is pursuing acting in USA. In my country(Asia) If I want be actress, I have to be really skinny like BMI 17-19. (You don’t need acting skill there, most of actress doesn’t really act, just being pretty is most important thing there) I’m 5”3 and 133lb BMI 23 with pretty athletic body. Still ppl tell me I’m petite or fit even thought I don’t feel like it. But in Asia, with my height I have to be like 90lb. I never had that low weight except when I was anorexic in high school. Fortunately I’m not pursuing acting in Asia and I don’t want to. But in USA acting scene, dose ppl also expect asian actress to have very skinny body like that? Or I will be ok who I am now? (Of course I’m working on my craft)
Does anyone have expierience with the NYFA? (acting program) by inlovewithfood4 • last post Feb 21st
I have heard a lot of mixed opinions on the nyfa. Some say that it's a really good acting school while others say that it's a horrible school. Does any of you have expierience regarding the nyfa? Does it help me on my path of becoming an actress? I read a lot of reviews saying that the nyfa isn't Wirth the money and that there aren't any notable alumni (which confuses me because really good and famos actors, for examle Camilla Luddington, went to school there). I'd really appreciate any help! Ps: I would want to apply for the one year program.
Self conscious about acting abilities by Horatibro • last post Feb 21st
When I was younger in high school, I was so sure that I could make it as an actor. But, now that I’ve graduated, and haven’t made it into acting school, I feel like I don’t actually have the raw talent to make it in the business. I don’t have a backup because I invested everything I had into theatre and acting. What should I do to regain my confidence?
Announcement: Tomorrow 3 PM EST, we'll be hosting dual Community AMAs with /r/Screenwriting! Details below, try to be here around that time if you can to make it as fun and successful as possible. Nothing off limits, everyone invited! by thisisnotarealperson • last post Feb 21st
#Time: **February 22nd (Tomorrow), 3 PM EST** #Place: **r/Acting and r/Screenwriting** #Dress Code: **Underwear optional, but encouraged. (Actually no one will know, do what you want.)** Hey folks! I'm excited to announce a partnership with r/Screenwriting (specifically u/1NegativeKarma1) to bring dual AMA's to our platforms! - What's a dual AMA? > Well, /u/1NegativeKarma1 just came up with the term like 12 hours ago (although it's likely this has been done before haha), but it's exactly what it sounds like! Two Ask Me Anythings! One on r/Acting and one on /r/Screenwriting, at the same time! **2/22/2018, 3PM EST, BE THERE!** ##r/Acting: The essential idea is for **actors** (amateur or professional) to come on the r/Screenwriting thread to answer questions posted by **writers** -- specifically tailored to your profession. Examples -- > What do you look for in a script? > What can we do to make an actors job easier on set, or on the page? > When you read a script, how do you 'become' the character on the page, what is your technique? As you can see, these questions can be anywhere from personal to general asks. **Writers** don't be afraid to ask tough or out-of-the-box questions, **actors** don't be afraid to give tough or out-of-the-box answers! **To be clear: Actors ASK on r/Acting, and will ANSWER on r/Screenwriting! That way we all have to come to each other's turf! [Here's their announcement post](https://www.reddit.com/r/Screenwriting/comments/7z9702/tomorrow_at_3_pm_est_we_will_be_hosting_dual/), but remember the actual AMAs will happen in new posts tomorrow.** ##/r/Screenwriting: The essential idea is for **writers** (amateur or professional) to come on the r/Acting thread to answer questions posted by **actors** -- specifically tailored to your profession. Examples -- > What do you look for in a script? > What can we do to make an actors job easier on set, or on the page? > When you read a script, how do you 'become' the character on the page, what is your technique? As you can see, these questions can be anywhere from personal to general asks. **Writers** don't be afraid to ask tough or out-of-the-box questions, **actors** don't be afraid to give tough or out-of-the-box answers! **To be clear: Writers ASK on r/Screenwriting, and will ANSWER on r/Acting! That way we all have to come to each other's turf!** *** ## To Everyone: - I don't want this to feel mechanical for anyone! There are no rules in these AMA's other than civility and respect. - Talk your professions, your hobbies, your passions! Writers -- tell someone about your 130 page Sci-Fi homage to the original Star Wars trilogy. Actors -- tell someone about that amazing performance you gave at your local theatre! Be open, support each other's endeavors! - Talk about your failures, your success, what you've overcome, what you're about to... We're all people who share the same emotions, someone out there is feeling exactly like you! - Finally, CONNECT. And I mean really connect. Are you an actor looking for a project? Are you a writer looking for actors? Introduce yourselves to your future colleagues, the *real* you. Not u/BigBalledPlaya1968 (thank the lord that page was not found), the person behind the screen name, *if* you're comfortable doing that. Say it with me: N-E-T-W-O-R-K! You may know this is just an online forum, but what you didn't know is that u/BigBalledPlaya1968 is actually Tracy Morgan. ### Have fun and good luck! Remember, the *Cream Always Rises to the Top*!
Acting legend Malcolm McDowell's on Mozart in the Jungle and advice to actors by andywooding • last post Feb 20th
A Question About Music Video Shoots... by dane_ish64 • last post Feb 20th
So last night I was an extra for a music video shoot for an independent artist who has become pretty prominent recently. I got the opportunity through a casting call the artist posted themselves on social media, so as expected most everyone there were fans. The shoot was about 3 hours, we got some footage of kids partying, some individual b role of party stuff like making out, met the artist, got some food, then left. My question is, considering I never signed anything and the actual topic never came up with the production, how out of line would it be for me to email the artists team and ask about compensation? I'm not sure what payment standards are for music videos especially extras in music videos, but I know most of the people who were there were fans so just getting to meet the artist was good enough. But for me, as an actor, I'm just sorta wondering if any of us even could ask about getting anything? It was overall kind of a low key vibe like some kids just showed up and danced around the artist on camera, so I mean idk, love to hear thoughts.
What do you think of my 'plan' to become an actress? by Exella • last post Feb 20th
I need a stranger's perspective. Not mine, because I'll tell myself I can, and not my parents', because they'll say I can't. I am currently 15 and I live in France. I'll finish High School at 17, and get a small job. At 18, I'll ask for a student visa for the US, and send my college application + ask for a scholarship (Tisch is my 1st choice). I'll then continue working and making money (in case they don't want to give me a scholarship) until my visa and college applications are accepted. I'll then move to the US with the money I made at 17, get a student job, and go to college. I need to know if it's good, or if it's a really bad idea and I'm going to waste my time. Be honest, tell me what's good/bad in my plan, and a few tips/ideas you have for me. If you think I'm an ignorant teen and my plan is trash, tell me! I won't get hurt, and I'd rather know now than when it's too late. Thanks!
Trouble with Brecht’s “Baal” by lifegamer95 • last post Feb 20th
Hello everyone, I am new to this community and I this is my first post. A bit of context: I always found myself being creative and expressive. In my kindergarten years I would often do puppet shows and in my high school years I participated in the school’s drama group (extra curricular). I’ve always lacked confidence but people would encourage me to keep going and always said that I had a bright future in drama/acting even though I never drama teaching. That fueled me up to go to college and pursue drama. I love plays and films and even though I lack confidence I aim high. Like... very high. Hollywood high. My ambition may be my ultimate demise because I’ve always faced the self doubt of just not being good enough, for much I’ve tried. I’ m currently on my second year at university and I never had any troubles with short performances. Now I have a new challenge. We are currently rehearsing for Baal and the although it was a huge challenge since I was supposed to play the leading role, I find myself having big self doubts. Basically I just can’t get the text and the performance what it deserves. I almost can’t memorize the text because of it’s poetic form. I’m also having problems with physical contact since in this adaptation I have to do a sex scene and have a very good chemistry with the actress. I’m feeling unwell because I see my director rolling his eyes at me when I forget the lines or take too much time to accomplish something and even when I do I just think it’s not good enough. Not authentic enough. I’m really feeling that maybe drama it’s not my thing and I am perhaps forcing this because of a stupid dream. And I’ve watched “whiplash” and I know that “the real Charlie Parker would never be discouraged” but what if I’m just not good enough and my future beholds something else? What if I just should quit and grow up? After all the only people that do believe I can get there are my girlfriend, my parents and relatives and my highschool drama teacher that didn’t even study drama. Should I quit while I can and dedicate myself more to some other dreams that I have (for example drums)? Thank you for reading.
Etiquette when Reel Editor is late with project and not returning emails. by Villain4Life • last post Feb 20th
I recently attended a weekend demo reel workshop with a well known teacher. At the time of booking and paying for the workshop, we were told that we would only receive the raw footage and that editing would be an extra fee. At the end of the workshop, myself and the other actors were asked if we wanted to have our reel edited to email our request. Over the course of a few weeks I sent several emails requesting to have my reel edited. After quite some time without a response, I finally get an email back with the price, which is considerably higher than their verbally suggested price. We negotiate and at their request, I send the money through a popular app. I was told I would receive the edited reel in less than a week. More than a week passes and I get an email telling me that everything is looking great and that I will be contacted the following day. I wait patiently, until yet more than another week passes without an email or any form of contact. I've reached out twice via email since then, and have received no response. It's frustrating as I have several opportunities waiting on this reel. The whole process from filming until now, where i am still without a reel is almost six weeks. And I am a patient person, but I feel like I may be being taken for a ride. I'm still new at this. What is the correct etiquette here? What should I do at this stage? Thank you all in advance for your help.
Can I become an actress with a slight lisp? by baekmonnani • last post Feb 20th
A few people have told me I have a slight lisp, like a hissing s but it's really hard to hear unless you're paying attention. Some people can't hear it at all and have never heard it, but some people tell me they hear it at the beginning but then gradually forget about it. It's really faint, but I'm pretty sure something is there as my friend's mom, who is a speech therapist, told me there was something like a little lisp (most people call it cute actually) I wanted to know if, from people's experience in the acting community, will this affect my chances of getting into an acting university (such as RADA) or will it affect greatly the roles I may or may not get? It's really worrying me aha
Things to Know Before Moving to LA by gyokoren • last post Feb 19th
Here is a list of bullet points derived from a multi-year discussion on the old forum entitled "Things You Wish You Were Told (before moving to LA) most of which I found to be spot-on when I made the move a few years ago. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ * Bring at least $8-10k...