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Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Hi - I am a beginner voice actor setting up my first portfolio and I recorded this short clip and would love some feedback on the sound quality, pacing, my voice, the delivery, all of it! My biggest question is around breathing. Should you hear someone take a breath? š Thank you!!! Beverly
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
A place called John Casablancas reached out to me as I believe I was referred to them by MTM since I had just submitted my portfolio to them. They did a short interview via zoom last night with me and 5 others to include a brief script read and an intro of who we are. They reached out to me again immediately after the…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Iāve wanted to be an actor pretty much my entire life, but I have debilitating perfectionism and struggle a lot with true vulnerability. My family and friends know I want to act and are supportive, but somehow itās my own brain that keeps stopping me. Iāve started taking small steps. I also write and finally submitted…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
where do you guys find film/tv monologues that are in german??
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
I know itās obvious but letās hear your thoughts on this. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/1wnf0vv)
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
I am limited to what I can do due to circumstances so I just do acting videos on tiktok this is the first video I have done where tears roll down my face I normally just produce tears but they don't roll i want to become a famous actress in the future and I am working towards it I would love critique and feedback pleas…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
My first language is Spanish and I'm U.S.-Mexico citizen. People often assume I don't speak Spanish because I'm white but still have an accent. With that being said, what are the largest Spanish-speaking market? People often tell me I should go to Mexico to pursue acting because my looks would help me, which sounds kin…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
SAG-AFTRA theatrical feature shooting in San Francisco between September 25 and October 9. The film is set in 1930s San Francisco during the Great Depression, against the construction of the Golden Gate Bridge. **Looking for:** background actors, ages 25 to 35, period look. **Rate:** SAG background scale, $231 for 8 ho…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Just wasted a week working on a audiobook scam that in the end, tries to steal your banking information. If you receive an email from MATILDA VIREXA block and report. I fell for it because I send out hundreds of emails to casting agencies and production houses. Thought it was legit at first until it came time to pay me…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Iām very torn on accepting a small role in the series or not. My values are not aligned with those of the creator. Even if I let go of my own qualms, would the backlash be worth it? Iām struggling with all of this. UPDATE: I appreciate all of your thoughtful responses. I did not sleep last night. I have decided to turn…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Title is pretty indicative. Iām an NYC-based actor, 23 years old. Iāve been living in the city for five years and Iām about a year and a half out of a BFA program. Upon graduation, a few different managers were interested in representing me, and I eventually signed with a legit midsize boutique management company. I ha…
Reddit · 22 Sep 2026
Hi! Iām brand new to the world of acting. Like brand new. Iāve only read lines once in my life and that was for this short film. I felt comfortable reading the words because I have public speaking experience but I had a really hard time with facial expressions and body movements. I felt really stiff and jerky at times…
Stage 32 · 21 Sep 2026
If they were making a Mount Rushmore of actors and actresses, who would be the four faces chiseled into the Hollywood Hills?Ā We're talking a commitment to their craft that in many ways changed the medium, putting their indelible stamp on the art that left everyone else in their shadows?I would say, given their range a…
Stage 32 · 21 Sep 2026
Iām curious to hear from our actors here, how do you prepare for a role?
Stage 32 · 21 Sep 2026
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Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
I'm a SAG actress with a handful of studio/network credits that range costar, supporting, and lead along with some leads in successful indies. I signed with a new agent and was added to their Actors Access coming up on 4 weeks in a few days. They're a fairly known and successful agency. But I'm growing concerned I made…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Whatās the difference between talent and skill as an actor/actress?
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
What are the typical plugins a VO actor should have for Audacity? Talking to someone who has very little knowledge when it comes to the Tech side of voice acting. I'm talking mostly just auditions or submitting auditions. I usually just audition and crop the front and back. Not sure if there is anything special or spec…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Hi, I'm looking to become a serious voice actor but I don't really have a frame of reference as to what I sound like to people. I bought a mic to record some lines and so far I'm both excited and intimidated. I never want to step into anything under prepared so please tell me if I need more work or any advice you can s…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
CASTING CALL FOR SHORT What: Student Short Film for college course. Premise involves the differences between polyamory and swinging. IT IS NOT PORN. No nudity involved. Who: Casting breakdown, I need two more actors, both male, one older gentleman in his late 40's-50's, who can play jealous, insecure and possessive. Th…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
I tried to split my rambling into paragraphs but the question is at the end. I could use some perspective from people who have been in the industry longer than I have. Iām trying to decide whether I should keep seriously pursuing acting or accept that it may not happen and put my energy into a different career. Some ba…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
I'm a British actor with 10 years experience (mostly theatre, but trying to break into film/tv), repped and based in the UK. Although I may be moving to Dublin in the near future for family reasons. I'm really nervous for this as I have no idea what impact this will have on my career and I'm worried that I will get les…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Iām 34 and have been acting professionally for about three years, but acting has been a dream of mine since I was a kid. I never seriously pursued it until I appeared on my first national game show. That experience opened my eyes to the entertainment industry, I started getting noticed, and it motivated me to finally p…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
How do you manage filming audition tapes when living with other non actors? We have quiet hours starting at 10pm bc they have full time jobs and need to be up early. How do you manage last minute audition tapes when you need to film them late at night and they may be loud/expressive. I needed to film a tape and it was…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Please DM ages 21-30! Dark comedy film about being seen in a busy world.
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
So Iāve been using the actorās thesaurus for the past year and I think itās helped me a lot in analyzing and playing more. I decided to check out its companion recently, I just finished 3rd chapter and it really challenged the preconceived notion I had on acting and the actioning process. I pretty much already knew tha…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Hello, I am extremely interested and passionate about becoming an actor, but wanted to ask if you had any advice/ insight on how to do this while working a full-time job? I work a corporate 9-5 which is strictly in person. I have some concerns about my current schedule if it potentially comes to the point of in-person…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Hey everyone! Iām a teenage actor, and lately Iāve been getting a lot more auditions and opportunities than I expected. Iām genuinely so thankful for everything God has been doing in my life recently.š§” I love acting, and Iām really trying to build my portfolio as actors do, right. Thereās a potential project Iām consid…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Hey everyone, Iām 20 and aiming to make anime dubbing and video game voice work my main genre. I know how competitive this specific side of the industry is and that real acting training is required, but I've hit a mental hurdle before diving deeper into coaching. My main issue right now is role fit. Since games and ani…
Reddit · 21 Sep 2026
Im worried about this shoot this weekend and just wanted to find a way to healthily get out my nerves. I understand as an actor a lot of the times we should be grateful to work. An actress dropped out of a project suddenly that I was interested in. I was offered the lead and was super excited. Im a little irritated tha…
Stage 32 · 20 Sep 2026
I'm gonna start offering writing services, so if you or anyone you know have an idea but don't have the time to write the script let me know and I'll be more than happy to help! The prices are gonna be from $10-$50 with a 100 page max.
Stage 32 · 20 Sep 2026
Hi all - In a time where standing out is the way forward, I was wondering how many extra skills do we need to have before we become overlooked for being too much of something and not enough of one thing?Ā Have a great week adding your next string x
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
I really wanna become an actor in the future but theres so many things stopping me, my parents wont let me have extra classes besides movies here are very boring, effortless and every movie is almost same in my country (i wanna act in english movies) I just feel like its impossible i don't even have any extra classes a…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
Pretty much at rock bottom. Getting help for it. I was born an actor and a singer. When I say singer I mean singing in cathedrals, and acting at most it was the cabaret musical (donāt want to state who i am). I remember searching back in the day is it bad to act whilst drunk. And everyone said no. But I used to be a pe…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
Iām about to go on a trip internationally for my birthday, but tbh Iāve been feeling down. This year has been exceptionally hard. Grief, a couple of medical scares, and I only booked 2 small projects. Almost got booked in another project, but got ghosted instead. Iām still taking classes, vocal lessons, self submit, bu…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
I hear it all the time that the ātraditionalā pipeline for actors is dead. Getting an agent and auditioning over and over until you book a few things, then a few bigger things, have your big break, etc. Everyone seems to be talking about how you need to make your own content in order to āmake itā whatever that means. I…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
What should I do??
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
>Hello everyone, I hope you are all doing well! I am the director of a short cinema scene/proof of concept. I am currently looking for a male actor because our previous actor had to step down (he wasn't able to complete it as the setup required an extra person to help him film). **What I am looking for:****Project & Sh…
Reddit · 20 Sep 2026
hello Iām a new actor currently looking around for open casting calls. I wanted to know when being told to write my bio for an email what should I mention? I currently have my name, age, height, location and measurements down. Do I mention the type of roles Iām interested in? or should I just keep the email short and s…
Stage 32 · 19 Sep 2026
Hi all ā I'm SEKA STAR, founder of MCKIDS (Miracle Community Kids). Launching a remote, zero-budget collaborative short: UNITED. One star, reinterpreted by each contributor in their own medium ā animation, live-action, dance, music, illustration, sound. Open cast size, no fixed deadline yet.Details & submissions: mckid…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
Iāve been acting for the past four years and have edited and re-edited my reel many times over that time. I am lucky to have options for my footage. No flashy credits or huge actors I shared the screen with, but a lot of solid work to choose from. But I struggle with selecting which clips to include in the reel, and ha…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
IMDb could make a significant amount of money by letting actors pay to suppress specific credits from their main profile. Not delete them from IMDb ā just hide them from the actorās public filmography page. The movie would still be there available to search on IMDb. The actor would still be credited on the movieās page…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
For me, one of the things I wish I could explain is that acting is not something actors do all day even when not on a project. It would be nice for people to understand that just as a painter does not walk around all day with his paintbrushes and palette (on the bus, while cooking dinner, while at the dentist), actors…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
They're looking for a Sakura now!! Carmen Cuba Casting Open Casting Call, send this to anyone you think is good for the role to any parents, nieces, or communities you'd think fit the part well.
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
Hey there! Iāve been acting for 5 years or so now, and I feel really good about my progress and where Iāve gotten to naturalism-wise. I think I do a pretty good job when Iām on set or stage. But I find myself running into a really persistent issue now, in that monologues remain a really sore spot for me. The problem is…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
I am currently a aspiring actress but due to circumstances I am unable to do any acting so I just do jt for tiktok and insta I want to know how I can improve please this is a improv I did called dead silence what can I do to improve
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
As an actress, I often need my husband to read the other charactersā lines with me. It can be too much, especially when I need to repeat a scene many times. Thatās why I created **Cue Bunny**. And it was great for me! Actors can upload a scene, choose their character, and practice while Cue Bunny reads the other roles…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
Hey guys, Iām looking for an american male voice actor who can do a voice of a young 19-24 year old male character. This is quick work and will need to be done within the next few hours so please donāt apply if youāre unable to do so. Itās genuinely a 6 word line and youāll be credited at the end of the game. 3-5 takes…
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
Do child voice actors when voicing the main character, or any other character, and the character gets a bad ending, do the child voice actors feel that they are themselves, that they are feeling and getting this bad ending, or they feel like it's just voice acting how do they actually feel?
Reddit · 19 Sep 2026
I was the Director of Photography for this project and due to a last minute issue, I had to play the body double for a cop character. The scenes with this character are one shot in the perspective of a security camera, and you never see my face which makes this pretty easy! I read the lines in the way theyāre made to b…
