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Getting started at an "older" age by Philomena • last post Jul 29th
I've always loved acting and theater, and have been in many small/low-budget productions and community theater plays over the years, but am finally at a stage in my life where I can be systematic and dedicated about pursuing acting. I have headshots, a resume, a website, and a good network...
New to modeling by Shantaya_Oquendo • last post Jul 27th
I've noticed a lot of casting directors are not interested if you do not have experience. Where is a good place to start?
L.A. Agency Closed - Suggestions for new agency!! by Steven Connor • last post Jul 26th
Hello Everyone! My agency SALT Talent just closed its L.A. Office. So looking for a new Theatrical Agent!!! Suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks! Steven Connor
Audition Tapes by ClassAct • last post Jul 25th
I've never actually made a taped myself for an audition before. How do I my self-taped audition stand out?
Being an extra? by shirleytemple • last post Jul 25th
I'm just starting out in the acting world, so obviously I'm not getting a ton of big roles thrown my way. I was recently searching through the Backstage casting notices and saw a few listings for extras and background cast. Are there any benefits of being an extra/background talent? Or...
Acting education. by Robert Franklin • last post Jul 24th
Here is a list of acting education resources I hope someone finds useful. Thx! http://www.learnhowtobecome.org/actor-or-actress/
Acting in film and television. by Robert Franklin • last post Jul 24th
Hope this article helps someone! Thx! http://www.projectcasting.com/tips-and-advice/need-know-acting-film-television
Got a callback! Now what?? by Caliban • last post Jul 24th
So I got my first callback after an audition that went better than I thought it would! BUT now I'm super nervous about bombing it, haha. Does anyone have any tips for making a callback as successful as possible? Now that I've got the CD's attention, how can I really...
Agentless and Auditioning by dramamomma • last post Jul 24th
SO! I've taken the plunge and finally decided to pick up my acting career again. But I'm encountering the same problem I had the first time around: getting into the audition room. I know having an agent is the most ideal situation, but I'm not there yet. Any tips on...
Paint Night with free wine!! by Amanda Klein • last post Jul 23rd
Please check out my paint night that is coming up! If you are interested and sign up, I will buy you a glass of wine!!! If not, could you please click "interested" on the facebook event page. I am trying to help grow the event and it is more fun if there are a lot of people :) Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/events/1852676521648215/?acontext=%7B%22ref%22%3A%22108%22%2C%22action_history%22%3A%22null%22%7D
Audition advice needed! by ClassAct • last post Jul 20th
Help! How do I get into an audition with little to no experience? I don't have a resume ready for auditioning!
Acting Careers Outside NYC/LA by k_mills • last post Jul 18th
Hi! I'm a recent graduate and have always dreamed of pursuing acting; now seems like the best time to dive in and get started. I don't live in either of the two major hubs for entertainment (NYC or LA) - what can I do in my area to begin my...
Advice from working actor. by Robert Franklin • last post Jul 11th
A nice video that offers helping tips for actors! Enjoy! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aaegnd3xaVI
I want to join the UNION by nycnewbie1352 • last post Jun 30th
Hi y'all! I'm a thirysomething actress who just moved to Los Angeles to pursue my dreams of film and TV. I've read Backstage long enough to know that one of the first steps is to get myself into acting classes and to get professional headshots (done and done!), but now...
Directing an African American voice actor... by deafness • last post Jun 27th
I recently recorded a couple spots for a TV ad that is directed towards African Americans. I hired an African American voice over actress and I felt she did a really good job. My superiors on the other hand, could not "tell that she was black". They now want me to try and re-record the spot and see if she can sound a bit more ethnic. As a white guy, I'm pretty lost as to how to request something like this. What is the industry standard for directing this type of work? Is there a right/wrong way to go about it? Would like to hear what you all think. Thanks in advance!
In need of opinions by XigbarTheRevenant • last post Jun 11th
Probably a bit off subject for this sub, but I was wondering what voice actors/actresses people would REALLY enjoy seeing at conventions, also bands if you feel like adding those, just any guests really. Also if anybody knows any other subs I could use to post about this please help if possible :D
Looking for some advice from semi-established/established voice actors/actresses by gijinkaa • last post Jun 11th
Hey voice actors and actresses of reddit. Like many others, I'm an aspiring voice actress who's 20 years old. I'd like some advice on the next step to take in furthering my VO journey. So far I've taken 1 6-week course in voice over. In that course I met in a group for an hour once a week. Besides that I have a handful (~6-8) of private 1 on 1 voice over lessons. I have clean, professional-sounding recordings from all of those. Unfortunately I've hit a roadblock and I won't be able to continue private lessons for a few more months. This year I wanted to finish private lessons, do headshots, create a website by the end of August or September, and begin applying to agencies. I also wanted buy a nice beginner mic to use at home when not out doing jobs by the end of the year. My time frame is going to be messed up majorly by my setback. I don't want to create a website until my lessons and demo are wrapped up. I'll probably bump my headshots up to next month because I have nothing better to do, I guess. I don't want to buy a mic yet and have it sit in the corner. I practice when I can but I still feel like I'm wasting time because that's all I'm doing. (I'm aware practice is super important but there are other aspects as well I feel like I'm missing.) What's the next step I should take? I'd love your advice.
Agencies that represent Filmmakers by Matt Deitch • last post Jun 11th
Hello! I am seeking an agency or management company that accepts up and coming writer/producer/directors. I am eager to start telling exciting stories with compelling characters! Thanks bunches! Matt
Tips for selecting photos for your actor's website? by icandrownoceans • last post May 10th
How do I know which ones to select? Obviously, I am going for ones where I am engaged and in character. But do you have any other suggestions on how to narrow it down? CD's and directors, what do you look for? Actors, which have you found to be best?
What is the best platform for creating an actor's website on your own with little skill to do so? by icandrownoceans • last post May 9th
I have an eye for design but am, by no means, a professional web designer. I can't code or anything like that. I want a website that is clean and simple but has some character/quirk to it. I can't afford more than $10-20 a month. The cheaper the better. Any tips???