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Stage 32 · 3 Jul 2018
Acting Practice Rules: 1. Never give up! 2. Keep it simple and specific. 3. Show up and be prepared. 4. Don’t say “I can’t.” 5. Follow your heart’s impulses and desires.6. Keep moving, don’t stop. 7. Trust your mistakes. 8. Have fun. 9. You’re free to be the worst actor in the world. 10. Do one thing each day for your…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2018
Hi, I'm looking for artists/entertainers (actors, singers, dancers, etc.) who have anxiety and who would be willing to jump on a call for 10 minutes (via live chat also possible). You may contact me via facebook or otherwise (Twitter, my website, etc. under Better2Succeed or Elcon Fleur).
Reddit · 3 Jul 2018
i can barely afford to live, let alone pay for acting stuff, because NYC and LA are SO FUCKING EXPENSIVE. full-time jobs are NOT flexible for acting. period. i don;t know how any of you people make them work it boggles my mind and makes me feel STUPID like I'm just dumb for not doing it, but even waiting tables prevent…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2018
2018 is my worst year mentally yet. I mean, I'm good, but so much happened and I've felt so overwhelmed and anxious about everything. I did learn my text for my play (which is tomorrow), but I didn't practice it enough, and I'm really not satisfied with how I act. And because I want to be an actress, I keep feeling lik…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2018
Hello all! I had an etiquette question I could use some help with. I’ve been doing community theater/film acting for the last 20 years, and it is a great creative outlet. I absolutely love it. And I was recently cast in a production of As You Like It with one of my town’s few professional theater companies! I am quite…
Reddit · 3 Jul 2018
Hello Reddit, I'm taking acting classes in Paris since May. The class I'm working with is moving towards setting up a theater play. They want to perform in a few (small) theaters in Paris and I am quite appealed by the idea since it could be a first professional experience in acting for me. The play is supposed to be w…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
What non-text specific classes do you take to help with your acting? I'm in NYC and looking to add some focus to my summer. I already take improv but am looking for movement classes for "actors who move" or suggestions. Thanks!
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
I recently got a membership to backstage and so far it's been okay (I've had the membership less than a week so I can't really give an opinion on it) but I want to find more projects to submit to. I was wondering the advantages vs. disadvantages of Actor's Access and Casting Network are and if one is geared towards bac…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
So I see a lot of directors and artists reaching out to look for actors to collaborate with but don't know how to do that. For example actors access . com sends me to "breakdown express" .com and recommends that I hire a casting director (!?! someone interested in that role?). I guess its not easy to find actors? I pos…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
I’m curious to see everyone’s unique experiences with their agent.
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
I know it’s about having a network of people in the industry but,,,,how do they do that? I get meeting people through working with them/studying with them, but sometimes I hear terms like “networking event” and Id be really grateful for an explanation. thanks!
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
I'm right now living in southern Utah, about 2 hours from Vegas. I really love the film industry and know I want to work in it, preferably as an actor, but I also have interest and experience in 3D modeling. Everyone in my life wants me to go to college and then see what happens next, but I see that as a massive waste…
Reddit · 2 Jul 2018
I got a taft-hartley which i know means I'm eligible to join SAG but I'm not exactly sure what to do next. Should I start looking for representation and is putting SAG-E on my resume something I can do now or do I have to wait for the paperwork to be processed? I don't think I'm going to join SAG until I have more cred…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
Hi everyone. I’m a mid twenties, college looking Asian actress who doesn’t get enough roles or auditions in my country (Australia) despite a lovely agent. I’m talking one audition per month. I’ve tried a bit in China but the market and look is very different. I love Australia though and I do a lot of indie stuff but it…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
Over the past few years my kids have taken an interest in acting (theatre only so far). They want to branch out to commercial and tv/film projects. I've listed some of the recommendations I've been given. Anyone had good results with one or more of these? We're in the southeast part of the country and I've hear Atlanta…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
Hi. So I’m just starting out, and am interested in moving to New York for training, and because I think it’s a good city for actors in general. I know there’s competition for sure, but I feel like training there, and then pursuing a career straight afterwards while still there would be more beneficial then getting trai…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
Is it taboo to do this? I was told by some of my friends who are actors that I should do this in order to become SAG-E but I'm wondering if that's just not professional? I'm working on a night shoot soon if that would warrant a waiver all. Thanks for your help!
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
I recently successfully auditioned for a role on a fairly successful television show within my country, not huge outside of it. And will do doing a scene with two of the biggest actors on the show, with myself being the focus. As such I feel like I could really use this opportunity to further my acting career, though I…
Reddit · 1 Jul 2018
Basically the title. I'm 19 y/o starting his sophomore year in college. Acting was never really on the radar until recently, but I'd like to know how to maximize my school's resources if this is something I'd like to pursue. Would getting into theater or plays be a good step for me? Should I pursue acting/drama courses…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
I’ve been in LA for a few years, taking classes and generally getting my life together. Within the past few months I’ve gotten a commercial and theatrical agent, and I’m proud to say that I’ve booked my first paying gig through them! I feel like I’m at the next level of my career and I’ve got big things ahead of me! Al…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
Hey there! I'm auditioning for Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando next month, and was looking to see if anyone had any tips from similar audits. or any advice for me pertaining to theme park auditions aswell. Any stories or anything? Advice on what theatre Experiences might be useful to list on this resume? Footnote: I…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
Obviously it depends on the agent's personal aims, the goals of the agency and the market they're in etc., but I am a little curious as to whether any of you think there's a range or vague cap for how many actors a single agent can/should be representing at a time without starting to sprawl and lose quality of represen…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
I really hope no one here judges me or bites me for asking this but how do I find my acting voice? I’m not introverted but I hate speaking just because of my voice especially when I’m reading a speech or practicing a monologue. I can put in emotion but with my voice it just makes me think in my head I can’t do it. When…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
This is gonna sound very specific, but I noticed that some actors, when I see their work, they are able to frown and get a lot of lovely wrinkles on their forehead. No matter what my emotion or how intense i try to frown, it doesn't naturally occur. I feel like my forehead was built to not wrinkle. Does anyone have thi…
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
i graduated a few months ago with the lowest possible scores and just a really bad high school record in general. ive worked on professional productions and have been lucky enough to get big-ish roles, but as for academics i’m screwed. as an adult, can i get by with just my credits?
Reddit · 30 Jun 2018
I'm entering my last year of high school, and I live on a remote island called Bermuda, I have wanted to act for as long as I've remembered and I have taken workshops and lessons since I was 5, I have taken a Drama GCSE with my school and scored a high A\*, I have been cast in a large local production, shot a one-liner…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
So it seems that most of the discussion in here revolves around how to make it as an actor in the US (either in one of the big hubs like LA or New York or some of the smaller markets like Chicago) which makes sense since Reddit is an American-based site and Hollywood continues to be foremost when people think of mainst…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
I'm starting a 3-year theatre training program soon and since I'm not the youngest (straight out of university), I wanted to use this time efficiently in order to be prepared for the professional world as soon as possible after finishing. The program itself is quite intense, so I won't have much time during the school…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
I have a cousin who I've only met a couple times when I was younger who is currently a "big deal" in the business. I am friends with him and his mom on facebook, and my late dad and him were definitely closer, because they were the same age range growing up.. But I am wondering if it's "wrong" to ask him if he could po…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
Hey guys, So I have some tricky questions about starting my acting career. First of all I have to say that I´m a total beginner and looking for a great acting school. I´m thinking about moving to vancouver or toronto vs. Los Angeles. What do you know about Vancouver and Toronto and LA? Which city would you prefer? Firs…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
Hello! This upcoming fall will be my last school year at my community college in San Diego, California (been here all my life). With that in mind, I will be applying to colleges and hope to transfer to a CSU in the Los Angeles area. I will not be majoring in acting, but rather Business Administration. I was hoping to a…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
Hi guys so i’m from the UK and am trying to get into acting. At the minute i’m doing acting lessons with an academy/agency and after the course as a whole is completed they take you on. I also have a place at Lancaster University for the 2018/19 term but the agent said if i go to uni he won’t be able to take me on. At…
Reddit · 29 Jun 2018
Hi all. I did look for this question in the FAQs, didn’t see it. Over in Northern Ireland, I’m calling casting agents and getting my details out there. I am aware that people have lives and jobs and sometimes the only time that either I or they can take or make calls is bloody lunchtime. I tend to leave work early if t…
Stage 32 · 28 Jun 2018
Disturbing but great character. https://youtu.be/NJsmLM22yyM Instagram: @RomanBlat @RabidArtWork
Backstage · 28 Jun 2018
When does Episodic season actually start? july or august?
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
While watching movies, how can I tell what is good/bad acting? Once I know whats good or not, how can I learn about it to become a better actor? Is there a good resource to be able to learn the basics of acting, so I could pick out these things, and learn to emulate?
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
The only classes given nearby are on-screen/audition technique classes which I feel unprepared for. I learn valuable information with these classes regarding casting and the technical side, but I still feel unprepared if I were to go and audition and actually get a job. I would have no technique or foundation on how to…
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
Use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots. If you are posting a DIY headshot for feedback, and not just a snapshot in order to get feedback on your age range/type/etc, it is advised that you do a…
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
So, to keep it short, I'm 17 and going to take classes next year. Until then I've visited many workshops but as you appreciate, due to economic reasons and school it's impossible to do that all time. But this is bothering me, I feel like I'm wasting my time at school. Also, I really have no idea how I can evaluate my t…
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
So a month ago I had an amazing audition for a TV show and a week later I had an availability check and notification that I would be called back, but to hold tight for more info. 3 weeks passed, absolutely nothing. This week I checked in with my agent to ask for any updates and he suspects they ended up going another d…
Reddit · 28 Jun 2018
I was that kid in school that liked every subject - Biology, English, Chemistry, Drama, History - you name it, it was my favourite. In college now and I've narrowed it down to science or law but I love theatre. Like, a lot. I've managed to snag a backstage jobs at local theatres and have been an extra on a couple shoot…
Stage 32 · 27 Jun 2018
The whole idea of creation is mysterious and wonderful, it’s a bottomless craft, which is why I love it so much.—Uta Hagen I read and used Uta Hagen’s book Respect for Acting, and always thought I could never understand her teachings. It felt like she was speaking of techniques so elevated and lofty that I could ne…
Backstage · 27 Jun 2018
Im trying to go for my first audition but its a tape. MY character is tough, cagey, charismatic and i cant find a monoluge fo it.
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
Guys hi, We are hiring tour guides, and it's very popular survival job among actors. Could you recommend acting sites that allow posting of survival jobs? I saw mentions of Playbill.com, Mandy.com, Casting Networks - but not sure if they allow that. What board is good place to be seeing by actors which allow survival j…
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
What I’m trying to describe is that after you finish a gig you have this longing, you don’t know when you’ll see your cast members again, and all the time you spent with them is likely to come to zero. Performance is coming up soon for our play at my college and I realize I’ve been taking a lot of the rehearsal time fo…
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
I assume a lot of models-turned-actors get discovered this way but what are your thoughts?
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
I’m a small time actor in college right now. I’ve acted in a few short films that have went to festivals and stuff, but nothing major. I heard of a Spiderman: Far From Home open casting call for a speaking role of a gender non-conforming character between 18-23. I am actually gender non-conforming and have been trying…
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
As an actor I often fall into the trap of trying to be a nice guy, wanting always to be liked. Swordfighting is helping be break out of that people-pleasing habit and embrace my inner villain! This is me at my most dastardly: [Male Rapier Duel](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZOIvOlTXDuw)
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
I recently re-watched the famous Michael Cain video and now it's got me stiff as a block of wood and half as interesting. To be clear, I'm not blaming the program. I just feel that I am naturally animated when I talk. In life this has been called charming and funny and part of the reason I've been encouraged to pursue…
Reddit · 27 Jun 2018
I will be making a move to Vancouver in a couple months, and I was hoping to get some solid professional advice on some industry information. I'm leaving it pretty open. I made a post on Facebook about it, but the information I received was pretty useless. Some things I'm looking for are: \- Important CD names to look…
