Reddit · 20 Jan 2020
Can I honestly become an actress if I’m shy?
Yeah everyone,including my family says I’ll never be one lol.
Reddit · 20 Jan 2020
Can I make it as an actor?
Little bit about myself: young guy from Europe, studying computer science in college, and had a couple months of acting classes in the past. I've did some acting for group projects besides the acting classes (making videos explaining our project, I'm always the one doing that), love to present for large crowds, and peo…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2020
Why do actors who are not as talented as other actors blow up?
I’ve seen this a lot and honestly it feels like a slap in the face. Especially because people always give the notion that all you have to do is work hard.
Reddit · 19 Jan 2020
A podcast about voice actors and their stories
TL;DR - I created a podcast about voice actors and their stories. It's paid. I think we all have our stories to share and learn a thing or two. I'd love to have you on the show. Link below. Hi everyone! One thing I've always enjoyed about this industry has been the people - the helpful, kind, and supportive ones that I…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2020
Are talent agencies likely to sign with someone with little to no experience?
This is just for my pure curiosity. I stumbled upon the wiki page of Emma Mackey, the girl that plays Maeve in Sex Education. It says there that she studied English at Uni of Leeds, where she also appeared in a few stage productions, and that’s about it. Afterwards she just moved to London and signed with the Curtis Br…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2020
I’m sick—what do I do?
Being sick **sucks**, and I think we all know that. I’m definitely not a professional voice actor or anything, but a croaky voice, sore throat, and persistent cough have been essentially blocking me from doing what I love. I’m wondering what I can do to keep my voice healthy so that when I fully recover I’ll immediatel…
Reddit · 19 Jan 2020
I need voice Actors for a My Little Pony fan series I'm starting + Animation, especially MALE CHARACTERS
The available characters are King Ignatius (The previous king) - minor, Queen Aqua (The previous queen) - minor, Scout (The Prince) - major, Harmony (The new princess) - major, Woodwind (The Evil King) - medium, Breeze (The new queen, doesn't know her husband is evil) - minor. Do not worry. This will all make sense lat…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2020
I want to become an actor
Hello, so this is my first post on Reddit. I want to become an actor, my passion has been to make people feel emotions and really push those feelings. Problem is, I'm a tall chubby 19 year old guy. I'm broke and barely holding on. I want to make my dreams a reality and I have no clue where to start, I am so lost. Can a…
Reddit · 18 Jan 2020
I'm giving away my first XLR mic kit!
Greetings, aspiring voice actors! I see a lot of questions on subs like this asking about beginner mic setups, which typically involve something USB. While USB mics have come a long way, the reality is you will instantly lose a lot of credibility with one. XLR is what you want. Not only do they produce a more authentic…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Waiting for an audition and dealing with the anticipation
Hello chums and fiends. I am a stage actor. I have two auditions scheduled for two days apart in a couple weeks. One is for a professional theater (equity), and one is community. I've been acting for a couple years now and so even though I'm not new to auditioning, I wanted to make a post about what I'm feeling. I thin…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Question about acting résumé...
Hey! I'm an actor from Vancouver and have a question... On your resume, is it better to list all your training or only some? If a CD sees say... 9 different actor training workshops and schools but say... 6 film credits, will they think the amount of training is good or that the actor must not be that good if they have…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
What does everyone use to attach their materials?
Hello, I normally use staples and cut by light. I think I'm going back to actor paper. I have heard to use permanent double tape instead? Any thoughts? Thanks
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Why is it so hard to find a voice over actor who can play a down to earth husband but also fun and light hearted?
I have been trying for months to find a voice over actor who can do a voice over role of some lines as a husband having a normal light hearted conversation with his wife. For some reason almost every voice over actor I have encountered seems to never been in a relationship or no idea how to talk to women. I am not tryi…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
What am I?
Hello all. I have a big question. I have very poor voice to be a voice actor. However I am a game composer sound designer, and since I am packed with microphones and good gear to mess around with I grown myself a pioneer over modulation.Thanks for that I picked voice acting myself. The only problem is I modulate my voi…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Acting Reel Feedback Request
Hey guys! My name is Jadon, I'm an actor who's been in and around the craft for a few years as an adult and definitely as a kid. I've been doing some of my own projects and student films that are halfway decent as I'm trying to progress each day(hopefully to get a sag card and eventually get into bigger productions). T…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Hey actors, my day job is in casting. Send me links to self-tapes/reels and I will give you honest advice on how you can improve.
Yep, no costs, free advice. Just trying to pay it forward and give access to those who may not get the opportunity to talk to someone in the industry :) \-Ace
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Improving singing ability?
Hey guys, I’m an actor and have a lot of experience within theatre. However very minimal singing experience, I really wanna start to improve my singing voice as it would open up more castings for me, whilst I do plan on getting lessons at some point (when I can afford it lol) is there anything anyone can suggest to sta…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Need a tee edited?
Hey everybody! I’ve been inspired by [the post](https://reddit.com/r/acting/comments/epyay7/hey_actors_my_day_job_is_in_casting_send_me_links/) from u/ace_113 and I figured I’d do my part to keep the good deeds going. If you need your reel edited, let me know. If you have a bunch of footage and you need it put together…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
I just got an email regarding a casting director....
It’s not fake, is it? The guy said I had auditioned for him in the past, but it’s been so long that I don’t remember. He is asking if I’d be interested in joining a list of some spreadsheet of actors to use on his projects. The only thing he mainly asks for is a recent headshot, reel (or acting video), union status, ra…
Reddit · 17 Jan 2020
Can your agent/manager see the stuff you self-submit for on Actors Access?
I recently got an Eco Cast audition request for an ULB film on AA. Due to some extenuating circumstances I don't think I'll be able to submit a tape, but I'm wary on declining if my manager will see that I turned it down. I don't want her to think I'll make that a habit for stuff she submits me for.
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
actor/writer looking for other actor/writers, DP's & Directors to collaborate with in NYC
32, meisner trained, in sag, have some low level agents and go out for tv/film auditions on occasion, apprenticing with an indie film producer which will eventually grow into a development position, I've written and shot some simple shorts in the past, looking to take my game to the next level and find more likeminded…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Dan Green is an amazing voice actor and it's a shame he's not more prominent.
Dan Green, real name no gimmicks, is easily one of the most underutilized voice actors in the industry, anime or otherwise. He did a lot of work for 4kids, most famously Yu-Gi-Oh!, where he voiced Yugi Moto and the Pharaoh Atem / Yami. He also voiced Knuckles in Sonic X, Entei in Pokemon 3, Mewtwo in Mewtwo Returns, an…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Actors access $22 reel charge?
Hey y'all, Actor's access media section says "**Performance Videos** are a one-time charge of $22.00 USD per minute or a fraction thereof." I wanted to ask: if I were to get new footage back and wanted to update my reel, would I have to pay the $22+ AGAIN even though I would only add one new clip? Or is it, for example…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Headshot-Age Range-Character Type Post - Jan 16
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 · 16 Jan 2020
Audio Drama BULLET BORN brought to life by great voice acting!
The first time I posted about Bullet Born, it was only available on Youtube. I was encouraged to explore options to get it on different platforms, and that's when I stumbled upon Anchor. Now Bullet Born is available on the following platforms! Google Podcast [https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Meisner tenchique is seemingly for reactive characters, but...
I was introduced to acting through monologues and Shakespeare, not particularly using any technique. However, I know that I "self-direct" and heavily rehearse my lines and emotional beats so that each performance is basically like the last. Which brings me to the allure of Meisner and being open to and listening to the…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Recommended L.A. acting classes? How far in advance should I contact agents?
Hello actors (especially actors in Los Angeles)! I'm moving to L.A in a couple months and just wanted to know if you had any acting class recommendations? I'm planning on checking out Groundlings right off the bat, but I was also hoping to find a class that has more of an on-camera scene study vibe. Also, any recommend…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Hey all! Lurker here- I have a question about haircuts.
So I've been actor professionally now for about 2-3 years, but haven't really crossed this issue until now. I recently got some fantastic headshots done in October last year, and since then my hair has grown a bit, but I don't want to "change my look" per say, and as such don't think new headshots are warranted. In my…
Reddit · 16 Jan 2020
Please help me with my first non-commercial audition.
So, I'm pretty excited about an upcoming audition tomorrow, but I think I already failed before I even started. The audition asks for having an accent, and I don't know if I can pull it off. Should I go, butcher a British accent, and go anyway because it's an opportunity nonetheless? Or should I cancel and avoid making…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
MFA Acting Auditions AMA (A.C.T., etc)
I found a post someone did a few years ago super helpful in my audition process, and wanted to pay it forward. Also, I wanted to share some info about American Conservatory Theater (A.C.T.) because I was so nervous about leaving NYC as a working actor and moving to San Francisco, and feel absolutely silly about it now.…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
How do actors sustain themselves? especially in places like LA or NYC?
I am a college student debating whether to major in Theater or Nursing or CS. I'm interested in all of the above but i'm passionate about theater and i'd like to be on Broadway shows someday or on TV. However I live in the south of the country far away from LA or NYC and I can't live with my parents after college becau…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
Looking for female voice over to dub a short film (paid)
I am looking for a female voice actor helping me to dub some short scenes of a short film. The film is in the Thriller-Mystery genre and the character that needs to be dubbed is a sexy femme fatal that plays bad with the male character. We do see here in real, but we see/hear her in his flashback and his imagination. I…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
Need more experienced ears to help me diagnose audio issue
Hi, I direct an indie audio drama and I'm way out of my element right now. I have a voice actor who is having problems with audio quality and we're both trying to figure out how to fix it and not having any luck. I need an expert set of ears to help me figure out what's wrong and how to fix it. Please dm me your email…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
The casting director proposed me to the director - Big TV Show
I live in Spain and here we don't have auditions so often. I was living in Barcelona so only commercials there. Now I moved to Madrid and the other day I sent a self tape to the casting director for a big tv show that's going to be shot this year. She told me that they're going to be filming until August, so she asked…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
Looking for a mentor :)
Hello! I am 25 year old female voice actress looking for someone who has a bit more experience in the field and is interested in having a mentee :) More info: Currently enrolled in VO classes.Demo to be recorded in April/May. Live in SoCal Please shoot me a dm and include your Instagram if you have one. (I communicate…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
Super Last Minute VO auditons back to back, please help me figure out how to record them myself?
I'm an actor (not VO trained) but for some odd reason my manager keeps getting me VO auditions. Last night I got one at 11:30pm and I just got another today! And it's due tomorrow at noon! I'd like to record it at home since it would be a huge hassle (and probably expensive) to find a studio to record it first thing in…
Reddit · 15 Jan 2020
Designing your character
I’ve heard so many movie star actors, interviews, talk about reading a script and trying to “find out” who their character is/what they are going through/etc. What are some methods you guys use to bring the character to “life”, decide what “blocking” to use, how to speak as your character, etc? Do you try a bunch of di…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
I want to become an actor at age 15...
I’m 15 years old and I’ve been struggling to determine what I want to do with my life and I’ve narrowed it down to a few things: Acting, Making Music, or Making YouTube Videos. I’m interested in trying out acting because I’ve always been told that my voice carries out through a room and I have charisma and I’ve been ca…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
[Update] I'm 30 and I don't want to live with regret for the rest of my life.
Hey /r/Acting! About 10 months ago I [posted here](https://www.removeddit.com/r/acting/comments/b0fx63/im_30_and_i_dont_want_to_live_with_regret_for_the/) *(sorry for the removeddit link, original post got deleted)* about how my itch was getting the better of me and I needed to do something about it lest I regret it fo…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Monday VO Tip
If you get rejected by a talent agent, it isn't Armageddon. It's part of being a voice actor. Don't crawl into a corner, feel sorry yourself and quit! You have to keep trying. While I currently have three agents, I still get rejected! It doesn't matter if you're new or have decades of experience. Keep in mind, you don'…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Considering a new subreddit rule for posts seeking unpaid work
I wanted to run this by you all, since the rules are in place to make this a community that works well for everyone. Currently we just allow any posts from people looking to cast actors (unless they're flagrantly scammy or otherwise suspicious) but I was wondering if you'd want a rule banning posts seeking unpaid work…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Just need a shot!
I am an aspiring Voice over actor. I have a great voice and would be great if given the chance. If anyone is in need of one please send me a PM. Thanks
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
How do I get into acting as an 18 year old with no prior experience?
So i have never considered doing acting, I am not a creative person and all of the subjects that I chose to study represent that. I have A levels in physics, chemistry, biology and computer science and i am currently studying computer science at university (I have no experience in drama whatsoever). The only relevant s…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Introducing "SMOTHERED" An R-Cade Productions Original Audio Drama [CROWDFUNDING PHASE]
Looking for a new dramatic style podcast to fill the void? Are you a fan of crime drama? Our upcoming original production of the audio drama, "Smothered," might just be what you're looking for! It's a gritty, nail-biting piece of fiction that depicts two detectives, as they delve deep in the psychological woes of a you…
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Moving to New York from LA for a year, is there a different way to find auditions out there?
I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that LA Casting won’t do me much good over there, but is actors access still popular over there? Are there any other resources?
Reddit · 14 Jan 2020
Acting Book Recommendations?
Hi hi hello! Some very lovely and helpful people suggested a couple of books to me the other day for help on getting back into acting. Books are a very helpful way for me to learn things personally I’m wondering if anyone else has any others to suggest? Ones focusing on techniques would be very much appreciated!! Thank…
Reddit · 13 Jan 2020
Daughter (11) auditioned for an agent last weekend. Questions about follow up:
It was a “meet and greet” thing where there was a limit of 20 actors auditioning. This is a small local agent with just her and one assistant. Several of my daughter’s friends are repped by this agent and get pretty good bookings. My daughter auditioned with the assistant. At the end of the audition (which she crushed!…
Reddit · 13 Jan 2020
Berg Studios in LA?
Anyone have experience with this place? Is it appropriate for a more seasoned actor with some training already under their belt, as a place to refine their technique?
Reddit · 13 Jan 2020
how can I purse a passion that I know I have a very unlikely chance of succeeding in?
I’m an 18 year old Canadian Hijabi. And all my life I’ve been into acting and being an actor. All throughout my life, my relatives, friends, and teachers have always expressed their interest in my acting skills. My teachers were also extremely shocked and impressed by every one of my acting presentations in class. I st…
Reddit · 13 Jan 2020
Masterclass
Anyone know if those acting masterclass things with actors is actually useful? They have like Hellen mirren and Natalie Portman and it looks pretty good but dunno if it’s a scam or worth the money?