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Androgyny and Voice Work

Androgyny and Voice Work

Posted on Apr 6th

Over the past few years, people I've interacted with have commented on my voice, and the most common is that it's "androgynous" or "neutral." I am wondering how good, bad, or indeed how neutral this could be as a voice actor? This isn't about evaluating my voice, but more a discussion of what it means to have such a voice in this industry. Thank you for reading.

Charlotte NC VO Artist needed for on-site corporate event.

Charlotte NC VO Artist needed for on-site corporate event.

Posted on Apr 6th

If any of you are voice actors in the area or know of any voice actors in the Charlotte area (and might be available a few days from April 16-19 not sure of exact days), would you mind DMing me your website, voice reels, resumes, and rates, etc.? I'm part of the stage management team and I've just been tasked with having to try to submit three male and three female to an upcoming corporate event. People would need to work as a local and need to be on-site, but would be paid. I was told the day rate might be around 300-400/day but I am not sure if that number is correct.

Do actors have to get permission to FaceTime someone if they’re in their trailer?

Do actors have to get permission to FaceTime someone if they’re in their trailer?

Posted on Apr 6th

I know that sets can have pretty strict rules so that things like plots and characters don’t get spoiled so I was curious.

Want to work in TV & Film, but live in a sparse area

Want to work in TV & Film, but live in a sparse area

Posted on Apr 6th

I'm rather new to acting and I've already started taking classes, but where I live there aren't many classes being held in-person. I'm planning on going back to school in the Fall (I'm 28) to start taking Theater classes for a bit more formal training. I guess I have a couple questions: 1. Are college theater classes good for someone my age who probably wants to work in tv & film? It's not set in stone, though, I might like theater as well, but right now I think tv and film is what I'd want to do. Should I be doing something else to prepare and gain skill considering my age? 2. Has anyone taken online acting courses, and are they worth the money? I'm looking at a 6 week intensive course with a reputed acting teacher in LA(taught celebrities and whatnot), but the cost is 875 dollars which is pretty steep considering it's an online course. The course says it's for actors of all levels.

Accountant cost?

Accountant cost?

Posted on Apr 6th

Any incorporated actors in NY (or LA) care to share how much they pay their accountant for both corporation and personal taxes and if that accountant works specifically with actors? My CPA charges me $900 for personal and $1400. Is this crazy high or the going rate?

rejection/friends constantly working

rejection/friends constantly working

Posted on Apr 6th

how do you handle when you have friends who are also actors who are constantly working and getting offers? i want to be happy for them but it’s really hard when i’m just faced with rejection after rejection and it seems i just hear radio silence when i am submitting to things. i would be happy to just be a part of something and getting cast is difficult right now. it’s hard when friends who are getting booked are complaining about their offers when i would just be happy to have one.

Genderfluid actor with questions

Genderfluid actor with questions

Posted on Apr 6th

Hi, I am genderfluid and I've been like this since I was a kid. One day I look like a guy (I have short hair and pass **very** well (been told I look like Timothee Chalamet on multiple occasions)) and the next like a girl (generally tend to wear wigs on those days). I'd like to audition for male AND female parts since I can pass well and it would be stupid to let this potential go to waste. My questions are: 1. Do I need two sets of headshots (1 fem, 1 masc)? Do I only send the masc for masc roles etc? 2. Should my reel include both my female AND male roles or should I have two reels (1 masc roles, 1 fem roles) and send whichever is needed depending on the roles I'm submitting for?

My Husband Had a Terrible Manager Interview

My Husband Had a Terrible Manager Interview

Posted on Apr 5th

Hello actors! I just wanted to share an experience my actor husband had that I think holds some valuable lessons for the folks here. My husband is an actor and got called in for an interview with a management company. We moved from Chicago recently and so he's working on transitioning his career from there to here. He was very excited for this interview and we prepped all weekend for it. We even went shopping so that he could wear something he felt comfortable in. The interview starts and the managers who were there proceed to tell him everything that he's done "wrong" over the course of his career, belittling everything he'd done in Chicago and giving him extremely antiquated advice. My husband walked into the room afterwards feeling defeated. It broke my heart. But I reminded him that he is looking for a manager who will be a partner in his career. He's not there to serve his manager, just as they're not there to serve him. It's a collaborative team that is working to make his career happen. He was interviewing them just as much as they were interviewing him. People on his team should be excited about him, because otherwise they won't push him forward. If they're not going to do that, then they're not the reps for him. My husband made the brave decision to tell them, "thanks, but no thanks," even though he didn't have someone else to go to. Well, wouldn't you know it, a few days later, he has an interview with an agent who immediately started telling him how impressed he was for all my husband was able to accomplish in Chicago and not only wanted to rep him for theatrical, but called in another agent to rep him for commercial. Care for yourself in this industry and know your worth. It isn't worth it to work with people who belittle you and don't believe in you. This industry is hard enough. So don't be afraid to tell a toxic situation, "thanks, but no thanks."

How do certain actors pop off so damn quickly?

How do certain actors pop off so damn quickly?

Posted on Apr 5th

I recently saw that Paul Mescal, after receiving an Academy Award Nomination for his beautiful performance in AfterSun, just won an Olivier Award for his performance on stage for “A Streetcar Named Desire” I’ve been absolutely captivated by Paul’s journey, mainly because he doesn’t come from the confines of the Hollywood nepo system — he doesn’t have siblings or parents in the industry like Timothee Chalamet, he hasn’t been acting since he was a kid, and he’s come this far entirely on his own merit. My main question was, he only attended the Lir Academy drama school in Ireland for 3 years, which is where he started truly learning acting. With no on-camera resume (he did no short films, etc), he made such a huge jump from a small CV/resume of four-five theater shows (if you look at the drama school page), to doing such high profile work. Those mainstages were undoubtedly rigorous but the 180 in his career from amateur to professional is massive He couldn’t have possibly learned to be such a great actor, which takes decades to learn, in like 3 small years (he basically did though). I assume the training’s the same for everyone. What makes Paul different from the rest? How can actors in drama school replicate that kind of success and work ethic? I’m an acting student at NYU right now and I’ve always wondered how usually a handful in a sea of hundreds of BFA students over decades “make it” And the rest don’t. I read somewhere that he bagged his Curtis Brown / UTA representation by the beginning of his 3rd year, which is where all these high profile showcases to get you those kinds of reps happen. He’s done outstanding work, but in a sea of actors, he’s basically catapulted to being EVERYWHERE. It’s like he didn’t even need The Lir or that showcase year and he just did it on his own. Is that a luck based thing (getting spotted out of all those actors, lucky break, hard work, you get acclaim), or is it based on his representation really campaigning for and submitting him for the best of the best, on top of him being exceptional and stuff.

Stagedoor Manor.

Stagedoor Manor.

Posted on Apr 5th

Hi, my names Kyle. I'm currently in high school and l aspire to become an actor within Hollywood! I'm currently going to this summer camp Called "Stagedoor Manor" and I was just wondering if it's worth it. Thanks, all help is deeply appreciated. I just planning to be acting in "action" movies as well.

Is a film making course worth is for an actor to take?

Is a film making course worth is for an actor to take?

Posted on Apr 5th

Hello! I had found a basic film making course that I was interested in, and i was wondering what people thought about it as someone taking it as someone who wants to be an actor/director. My thought behind taking it is i have never worked around a camera before, just doing theatre, and I thought any experience around a camera, and understanding with the film making process will make it easier to pursue if I want to do film as well as theatre. Hopefully my though process is clear enough for any help, thanks

How to Find the Right Manager

How to Find the Right Manager

Posted on Apr 5th

Hi everyone, I’m a newer actor and I’ve realized how hard this is to do on my own! I love staying up to date on the industry and doing my own market research, but I see the value in having an experienced manager act as a second brain and to help me get connected to markets other than LA. How did you find your manager? Did you go through bad fits first? What tips can you toss out for us absolute newbies regarding management in general?

Actors Access, submitting ($2) - where to find follow up, if any?

Actors Access, submitting ($2) - where to find follow up, if any?

Posted on Apr 5th

New to actors access. My daughter (14) has had one role in a movie that hasn’t been released yet. We had professional headshots done and they are uploaded. Her measurements are posted and current. We don’t have audio (not sure what to include?). We have submitted for a couple roles through actors access “add to cart, $2” but never receive emails to indicate anything happened or confirmation… Just not sure how this works or if I’m doing this right. Help?

Question about being a Canadian voice actor in the US market

Question about being a Canadian voice actor in the US market

Posted on Apr 5th

hi there, i plan on being a voice actor for anime and video games after i get some acting and voice-over training done, as well as some experience. this is an eventual goal as i have a lot of work to do. however, i want to enter the US market but i live in canada. would it be possible for me to work with an american agent? do they sponsor foreign VAs?

What is the best way to background check Acting Agents?

What is the best way to background check Acting Agents?

Posted on Apr 5th

Currently getting some meetings with acting agents, some of them are interested but not sure which to go with. Is there a Glassdoor for actors experience with specific agents?

Acting direction on set

Acting direction on set

Posted on Apr 5th

One of the things that we have been most surprised about over the past few years is how little direction actors get on set. From major network prime time shows to streaming network top shows to feature films. The most direction we have seen/received has been in shorts or student films. I think when we started this journey way back when, we expected that to be a bigger part of it. The directors we have worked with spend a lot more time on the technical details than they do on the performances. Maybe its just a compliment that things are going well, but im curious what others are seeing in terms of direction for the actors on set. Not things like blocking, but actual performance notes.

Is it impossible to break out in this climate unless you're well connected/rich?

Is it impossible to break out in this climate unless you're well connected/rich?

Posted on Apr 5th

I'm rather new to acting(I'm 28 so I'm old too unfortunately) and I've just started taking classes, I finished my first one last month, and I'm going to school in the Fall for Theatre, but I've noticed that economic conditions are pretty much at it's worst point in history excluding the depression(high costs of living, rent, food prices, insurance costs, low wages) and I was wondering, how do you make the jump to television and film acting without already being rich or coming from a well-connected background? Most successful actors you hear about waited tables(which was good for flexibility in auditions) but that seems laughable at this point for people to replicate since in most hub cities rent prices are ridiculously high and nobody can pay for that, especially hoping that tips from waiting tables will sustain you. How are you supposed to live on tips when people are tipping less than ever before because they're just as crunched for money as you are? Even places outside the hub cities are rising in cost, unless you wanna live an hour+ away which is unsustainable in it's own way. Is there something I'm missing here, or is it just hope that a pie falls from the sky because acting is just a hobby now due to late-stage capitalism and not supposed to be something you can do for a living? ​ Thanks for reading and sorry for being a doomer but I hope I'm just misinformed haha

Searched this sub for this and found a few (none recent tho). What do trained, educated, actors think of Nick Cage?

Searched this sub for this and found a few (none recent tho). What do trained, educated, actors think of Nick Cage?

Posted on Apr 5th

As a layman, I hate or love his stuff. No in between lol. Unbearable weight I loved. Mandy, not a fan. To me he’s all over the place and I literally can never tell what I’d like from him. Really curious what people who study the art actually think.

Central casting

Central casting

Posted on Apr 5th

Hi! I’m just wondering has anyone register for central casting? What was the process and what should I expect and what was your experience? Are there any other casting agencies who hire background actors?

Managers Who Rep Actors

Managers Who Rep Actors

Posted on Apr 4th

Hi Actors of Stage 32! I got started in the industry playing Tom Hank’s daughter in CAPTAIN PHILLIPS, and know what it’s like to ride the roller coaster of this industry. I want to help you get started, or help you level up your career in a major way at Stage 32. We have an incredible roster of mangers at Art/Work, Citizen Skull, Zero Gravity who work with actors and have told me personally they are wanting to connect with new actors and are always building their rosters! If you are ready to level up feel free to write me at success@stage32.com and I am happy to help point you in the right direction for your next steps!

7 Absolutely Sure Ways to Know an Acting Agent is Legit - Or Running a Scam

7 Absolutely Sure Ways to Know an Acting Agent is Legit - Or Running a Scam

Posted on Apr 4th

BEWARE Finding a great agent can be hard. And, there are scammers who will say anything to fool us into thinking they are legit. Watch this video and learn 7 Absolutely Sure Ways to Know an Acting Agent is Legit – Or Running a Scam https://youtu.be/8VQUyKtfkVk Have you ever run into a scam agency?

Trying to get my foot in the door. Should I email the director?

Trying to get my foot in the door. Should I email the director?

Posted on Apr 4th

There’s a very reputable theatre in my city that’s pretty hard to get work with. They’re known to hire actors from outside the state instead of using local talent. Anyways, they recently announced their season and they’re putting on a production of “Little Women” at the beginning of 2024, and I would just die to get a shot at being cast in it. They announced who would be directing it as well, and I found the director’s email through her website. I’m wondering if I should email her expressing my interest. I have a headshot and resume to include, I would also tell her a little about myself and why I’m so interested, but I have no website or acting demos readily available to provide. I’m mostly curious on how this would be received from a director’s standpoint—and if it’s a good idea—what I should all include in the email. The theatre company itself doesn’t have a general casting email, which is why I’m not going with that first. Thoughts?

Taking acting classes but never feel like I’m improving?

Taking acting classes but never feel like I’m improving?

Posted on Apr 4th

How do you know if you’re actually getting better? Especially since this industry doesn’t reject people based on talent but also looks. I keep getting rejected, even for the small stuff. I know it’s part of the life of an actor. But how are you supposed to know if you’re not cut out for it/talented or if you should keep trying?

Interview with Professional Voice Actor Brent Mukai

Interview with Professional Voice Actor Brent Mukai

Posted on Apr 4th

This week I speak with Brent Mukai as he walks me through the competitive world of voice-over acting. He has voiced roles in Ratchet & Clank, One Piece, Attack on Titan, My Hero Academia, and many more. From his childhood days in Hawaii watching Who’s Line is it Anyway to his successful career in Las Vegas, Brent discusses various challenges he’s faced ranging from the fear of failure in Asian culture to learning how to whistle. Listen in to hear about his exciting roles on various anime favorites and his pitch for landing a role on Moana 2! [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-10-brent-mukai/id1607747140?i=1000565269208](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-10-brent-mukai/id1607747140?i=1000565269208)

Should I start acting now or later?

Should I start acting now or later?

Posted on Apr 4th

hi :) I have a problem and would love advice so basically I can start acting lessons in a few weeks or I can start in September and I don't know which to do I feel like if I start in September I can buy some acting books and watch YouTube videos so I can learn to act better , I have already learned a lot but obviously not enough to be a good actor lol. I feel like if I start now I'll just be horrible and embarrass myself, but September is a loooong time away. I'm nervous to start so don't know if I should just get into it or practice myself for a few months. Any advice at all is appreciated thank you for reading this

Final Callback Questions for Director/Writer

Final Callback Questions for Director/Writer

Posted on Apr 4th

I have a final callback later today after doing multiple auditions and need a little advice. The email states, "There will be no readings during this meeting. Instead we are sending you the full script, and want to hear your thoughts about the film, the characters, etc- Keith will have some questions for you, but for the most part, it will be up to you to bring your thoughts as an actor to the table! " I've made some notes that I'll bring up, but what are some good generic questions that you would ask about a script and or the writer?

How long do you think the casting process will take for this film I auditioned for?

How long do you think the casting process will take for this film I auditioned for?

Posted on Apr 4th

I recently auditioned for my first high-paying acting job! A lot of people auditioned and I don't actually think I got the part, but I keep checking my inbox because the anticipation is killing me. Anyways, here are the details: The audition notice was sent out March 30th. It's for a supporting role and the deadline for sending in a self-taped audition was April 3rd at 9am. Filming dates are April 17th-May 5th. They reached out to actors in neighboring states, so I'd assume they'd want to cast the part sooner than later to account for travel. I know it's only been a day, but do you think they already casted the part? In your experience, how long does it usually take to cast someone under these time conditions? Sorry if this question is kind of ridiculous, I'm just really anxious because I've never gotten an opportunity like this before Thanks!

If you’re non-union but you’re booked for a union job, is your pay any different?

If you’re non-union but you’re booked for a union job, is your pay any different?

Posted on Apr 4th

For example: A Co Star one liner on a union network tv episode but the actor is non union. is the pay still SAG rates? Also, if booked this role, then are you immediately SAG Eligible?

Migraine, chronic illness, acting, and union benefits?

Migraine, chronic illness, acting, and union benefits?

Posted on Apr 4th

I'm just curious if/how SAG/AFTRA or the AEA supports actors with chronic illness. I have chronic migraines and occasional IBS. I can understand from a financial and deadline perspective that hiring actors will chronic issues is a liability, but I was curious as to how the actors' unions handle it. What protections are there for actors who already have medical concerns, if any? And what happens to actors who suddenly become chronically ill? And also, any tips from actors who struggle with chronic conditions are greatly welcomed!

First callback for major film

First callback for major film

Posted on Apr 4th

I got a zoom callback for an audition for a high profile film. I am a teen actor and as a kid my only acting experience was in my local theater. My parents are extremely supportive and it wasn’t till 2020 when I got an agent. I have auditioned for many films, including student films, but never got as far to the point of a call back. I know I am extremely unlikely to get this role but I am extremely attached to the character and I don’t know how I’ll move on if I don’t get this part. I also want to know the likeliness of me getting a role this major.

Actors Access

Actors Access

Posted on Apr 4th

How do I add a submission note? Normally it appears when I press the role to add it to my cart but for this one it isn't.

Is this a good idea?

Is this a good idea?

Posted on Apr 4th

Okay so yesterday I got some life-changing news. I have to wear glasses most of the times. I can see perfectly fine without them, but it's because I'm nearsighted in one eye so my other eye does too much work. i automatically panicked, because I want to be an actor who doesn't have a limit on the roles they can play. I talked to my parents and we have a plan: when I am 21, I'm going to get the LASIK eye surgery so I don't have to wear glasses. It sounds like kind of a wait (few years at least), but I'm not going to get to start professional acting until at least my college years anyways so by the time I start auditioning professionally I would've done this surgery and fixed my vision. Until then, I'm trying to get contacts along with glasses and switch off between the two so when I'm doing a show or filming something with friends I can wear them instead of glasses. In the near impossible scenario that I don't qualify for LASIK when I'm 21 (i checked their website though and I do so I'm 99% sure I can get the treatment then) I was just going to keep having both contacts and glasses and have headshots with glasses and headshots with contacts so I have a wider range of types. So the best case scenario is I do the surgery and get my healthy vision back without needing glasses. Worst case scenario is having both glasses and contacts and having headshots with glasses and headshots with contacts to expand my types.

Moving to Jefferson Park? Smart move for an actor new to LA?

Moving to Jefferson Park? Smart move for an actor new to LA?

Posted on Apr 4th

Hi guys! I'm apartment hunting and found a good deal on a place in Jefferson Park. Is this career suicide for an actor? I'm also a female, so concerned about safety. But the apartment is just south of the 10 and right under mid-city. The price is so much better than places I could find in West Hollywood/Santa Monica. But those locations would probably be my second choice if you thought this would be too far from all of the action. Just struggling to figure out where to settle and would really appreciate your advice on where acting projects (mostly small at this point) tend to occur.

Does any have intense boy-girl scene recommendations for acting class?

Does any have intense boy-girl scene recommendations for acting class?

Posted on Apr 4th

Looking for a very intense scene recommendations between a boy and girl for my theater class. Please don’t recommend Gruesome Playground Injuries since that scene’s already been taken by other actors in class. Thank you so much! I greatly appreciate it!

Advice for a young aspiring actress

Advice for a young aspiring actress

Posted on Apr 4th

We live in a smallish (130k) town in Texas about 2hrs from DFW. My daughter (13) has caught the singing/acting bug, she has been in several musical theater productions locally and won a local singing competition. She is quite good. She wants to start acting/singing professionally. She recently got accepted to a summer musical theater program in NYC. There aren't a huge number of opportunities for serious acting in Texas, even in the larger cities, maybe some commercials or college student projects, but nothing major. My daughter has been begging me to get her an agent so she could try to get some real acting jobs. There are agencies nearby in DFW and Austin but would they even be able to get her auditions in real tv shows or movies, or would we be better off waiting till we go to NYC in the summer and try to get an agent there? Would they even represent someone from so far away? How do people even get agents? We are not rich, but we do ok, and we are willing to make sacrifices to help her make her dream come true, so we would be willing to travel for promising roles. ​ Here is a link to audition to the Singing competition she won. [https://youtu.be/mgZSR2firTk](https://youtu.be/mgZSR2firTk)

Voice Acting and Losing your Voice

Voice Acting and Losing your Voice

Posted on Apr 3rd

So as I near the close of finishing a demo reel for a character I’ve created, I ended up with a sinus infection that has caused my voice to become scratchy or gravelly (not in a good way). What steps do you all take while nursing a voice back to health? Tips appreciated!

Do people in racial minorities have better chances of becoming a prominent actor?

Do people in racial minorities have better chances of becoming a prominent actor?

Posted on Apr 3rd

If let’s say a Caucasian actor and a person of another color, like an Indian, had the same amount of talent (they’re both phenomenal) does the Indian actor have a better chance of becoming more prominent? I know this is like backwards racism in todays society but I’m not trying to say it like that. I mean culturally there are much less Indian actors than there are Caucasian actors in Hollywood so for race-specific roles there’s much less competition. Also since Hollywood is trying to be more diverse, would they cast more people of color?

Commercial auditions

Commercial auditions

Posted on Apr 3rd

I probably just have a real “bad attitude” but I’m constantly being sent out by my manager for commercial auditions. I’m a theatre trained actor with a few tv/film credits and I know a job is a job is a job but I truly hate these auditions. I also have not booked. I’m hella resentful that in between survival jobs and acting classes I have to put on makeup and nice clothes and set up my lighting and backdrop to do this thing that creatively I could not care less about. Sure, if I booked it’s good money but I feel like I’m competing with so many other people and these people have embraced skin care routines and curling irons. Any tips or ideas about how I can be temper my rage while I smile and eat granola in front of my camera at 7am?

Should I hold off on looking for an agent until my resume is more impressive?

Should I hold off on looking for an agent until my resume is more impressive?

Posted on Apr 3rd

I have around 8 projects under my belt so far - mostly short films, a mix of paid and unpaid, and mostly leading roles. So I have a pretty decent showreel + some great headshots. I have no problem getting a good amount of auditions myself from casting sites, but I know that an agent would put me forward for bigger projects that are not publicly listed. I realise that for agents, seeing that an actor is able to pull paid work on their own is really important, because it indicates to them that we are marketable/profitable. So should I hold off on searching for an agent now, and try to add a bunch more paid work to my resume, or would getting an agent now help me level up?

What's a good reason to start acting?

What's a good reason to start acting?

Posted on Apr 3rd

I am 17 almost 18 and I am more inspired than ever to be an actress. Sure I've had childhood dreams of being a famous actress and walking the red carpets like most, but everyone says you need to act for a good reason. I am currently watching the walking dead and that has reignited my want to act. I want to be part of a community and cast that creates something amazing for viewers to watch etc. I watch bloopers and pannels that the actors do at events and they all have a family bond connection and just have fun, which I would die to have/do. I have little to no acting experience. All I've done is do school plays when I was younger and everything like that shut down once I got to highschool as I was bullied and developed anxiety. I'm in a better place now and really want to go into the industry but I don't think my parents will agree and support me. I don't want to let my parents down by not going to university and dropped it for acting. I've been thinking of taking online master classes to help with experience. Of course, like anyone would say, it would be a dream to make it big but I want to be part of something that will inspire others like TWD inspired me. Does anyone have any thoughts/advice?? Thank you.

How can I say the prayer to Ctulhu without giggling?

How can I say the prayer to Ctulhu without giggling?

Posted on Apr 3rd

Not an actor I am trying to say the prayer to Ctulhu each time I feed my cats, so that one day it will function as a way to call my cats. I can't do it without giggling or feeling embarrased. Even though I am alone in the house. How would an actor do it?

What do a-list actors do while they are not filming? What do actors who are not as famous as the top ones but still pretty famous do in their free time? Do the people who are mid-famous have enough money or do they work other jobs? What are examples of ot
I was all set and ready...

I was all set and ready...

Posted on Apr 3rd

When I was in high school, which I must painfully admit was 20 years ago, I wanted nothing more than to be an actor, I didn't even care if it was on TV, in movies, or theater, I just wanted to act. Well, for a myriad of reasons I won't go into, I gave up. However, thanks to the support of my wife, I eventually got the urge to get back into it. I decided the best place to start would be to take some classes at a local theater that came highly recommended. So I phsyched myself up, registered, and was all set and ready to start my journey when classes started... In March of 2020... Naturally everything got cancelled. This discouraged me for awhile, maybe I saw it as a sign, but recently they opened classes back up and I've got my drive back, so now after a brief hiatus my journey finally begins, for reals this time, next week! Sorry, not sure this post really has a point per se? Maybe I'm just looking for encouragement.

Anyone know any big actors who started working at 18?

Anyone know any big actors who started working at 18?

Posted on Apr 3rd

A lot of prominent actors started acting young, but any know someone who started at 18-21? Maybe they only got bigger later

Not booking any professional acting roles after over 3 years of auditioning

Not booking any professional acting roles after over 3 years of auditioning

Posted on Apr 3rd

Hello. My friend recommended I check out this subreddit so I've just joined, hope it's okay to ask this. I finished my three-year acting training in late 2019, and as of now more than three years later - April 2023 - I have booked zero professional acting roles through my agent. I've been in six short films, three of which were student shorts; all unpaid except for travel/food costs. Only one was IMDb qualifying, and also went to a short film festival abroad but didn't win any awards. I've done ADR (background voices) for a couple of films, but this is uncredited on IMDb. I got 'heavy penciled' *10 times* in 2022, and then released at the last minute. I have created my own work, including a short play, several screenplays and helping out friends with their independent short film projects. I've been in friends' fringe shows and many R&Ds. I have been in one more 'major' professional play, but it had a short run and I booked this through my own connections/network. I have continued my training in Laban, and Meisner, youth theatre courses, casting director workshops, and private lessons. I have taken many singing, dance and accent classes. I have read over a dozen of acting technique books. I speak 3 languages fluently and am a very highly skilled dancer, as well. I have a pretty decent agent who is getting me auditions for major networks and studios; last week I had an audition for a day player role in a major Netflix show, for example. In 2022 I had about 35 auditions, which for UK standards and for my demographic is decent. My two best friends had less than 10 auditions through their agents in the last year. I've volunteered at every event, gone to film festivals, tried networking and just connecting with people in the industry. So what the hell am I doing wrong? I promise I'm not trying to complain, and I know this is the actor's life. I know the majority of actors are unemployed at any given time, but it feels like there's something wrong. All the feedback I've gotten from my auditions is that they want people with more screen credits... but that means I can't get any screen credits without having prior screen credits?! Then why would they have me audition in the first place? I haven't lost faith, I'm still working hard and doing everything I can. I know every professional actor goes through this. Whether it is "save up money and go to pilot season in LA" or hire a publicist and attend more high profile events to network or get funding to make a bigger short film or whatever it is, I just want some honest advice because I feel like I'm not getting anywhere right now.

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Posted on Apr 3rd

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Commercial Rep

Commercial Rep

Posted on Apr 3rd

Is commercial representation a good way to start before getting theatrical rep? (Non union actor)

How do you prep for self tape auditions?

How do you prep for self tape auditions?

Posted on Apr 2nd

I’m curious how our actors here prep for self tape auditions vs. in person auditions.

I need your opinion on my voice - is it as bad as I think??

I need your opinion on my voice - is it as bad as I think??

Posted on Apr 2nd

This might seem like a really odd question, but I've been extremely self-conscious about my voice for the longest time. Do you have any thoughts at all about my voice? Is it as annoying as I think it is? I'm not a voice actor and I'm not trying to become one but if anyone would be in a position to judge a voice, it would be you guys! I'll attach a sound recording for you to give a listen (just me reading the first page or so of Harry Potter - couldn't think of anything else to grab off the shelf) [https://on.soundcloud.com/oynvY](https://on.soundcloud.com/oynvY)

Coming up on 200 auditions with 0 bookings... would love some advice

Coming up on 200 auditions with 0 bookings... would love some advice

Posted on Apr 2nd

this is film/tv from reps. 75% costar for tv, the rest a mix of small supporting in film, random guest / series reg / lead in film / VO. Vast majority of tapes since Sept 2020. 75 CD offices. 33 offices gave 2+ tapes, 22 offices gave 3+ tapes, 14 offices gave 4+ tapes, 10 offices gave 5+ tapes, a couple offices gave 8/9/10/15 tapes. 3 callbacks / producer sessions for co-stars. 7 pins for 6 co-stars and 1 small supporting in an oscar winning directors last film. But 0 bookings outside the occasional student film I self submit for. People say getting your first co-star is the hardest, but god damn. I've just taken classes with some big time on camera teachers, so well see if that helps, but to be honest I already incorporated most of that stuff into my tapes already. It's just exhausting reading this much and not booking, but continuing to get repeats from a significant number of CDs. I'm grateful, but confused, and I don't know how to break through and book at this point. I'm tired of auditioning, I just want to work! I don't feel like an actor... I feel delusional. all this self taping, no connection with others. no feedback. no tangible way of seeing that you're building a relationship with casting. I wish i could be in a play or something but my life doesn't allow for that and never will unless i won the lottery. Not really sure what to do to navigate this.

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