Hello! I am an aspiring actress hoping to start studying acting abroad and I would like to know if more experienced people have anything to say or any tips! First I would like to know if you guys know of any colleges that specialize on acting as a career and preferably offer scholarships. Then, if you can, share your experience, the routine of working as an actor and some tips to help beginners like me! I hope to join you all on the acting field soon and help each other out.
I received a survey-type ad on LinkedIn the other day from a name (who shall remain nameless) who had no LI profile. The survey was one question: "What's the worst part about creating a voice-over?" The choices were: "Edits". "The Cost". "Actor Availability". "Using My Voice". Thinking this was some newbie VA mass marketing to anyone with the word "voice-over" on their profile, I answered "The Cost", just to hear what their pitch was. The immediate reply was, "If you're paying more than $100 on a voice-over, it's worth considering an AI voice as a way to save". So the brainiacs behind AI are making the typical rookie mistake of appealing to bottom feeders who value price over quality, because they know their product doesn't measure up. Watch out Fiverr and Upwork freelancers & RS narrators - if you've built your business on a foundation of these types of cheap jobs, they're coming after you first.
Does anyone know easier ways to memorize a script? My director in plays I’m in, only has me rehearse the plays once a week because there are multiple, and I have to do a majority of memorizing from home. Also as a side note, is it normal to have 0 to not social interaction with the other actors? The others either go do their own thing or can’t talk because of time constraints of the rehearsal. I have been in productions before where we have had fun and still got the job done while on set, but for this it seems so strained and stressful, mostly due to us only having the rehearsals once a week, with only 4 left. With both the negative attitude of the director, the stress, and the lack of social interaction. It feels less and less enjoyable.
I've been a (non-professional) actor for 3 years, I've done short films, theatre & acting classes . I want to be a television actor and writer (professionally of course), but I don't know what to do next. I want to (obviously) work in professional projects. The truth is, there's no real issue here. I know what I want in the long run they are clear set long-term goals, I am doing what I can now, and I am truly passionate about both crafts, but I'm scared. Super scared. And I don't know how to stop doubting myself. And my fears are irrational too. And the scariest part is that the fear interferes with my passion. So one day I'll be all confident and passionate, and the next I won't feel anything because of the fear. Any tips on how to get over the fear?
I’m with a fairly sized agency that has a few hundred people on their roster. I was just wondering if agents watch all the eco cast tapes that their clients submit on actors access and other sites. Do agents have access to content we submit to casting directors?
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Hey everyone, I was wondering what were ways you all used to better your enunciation and projection of your voice since I feel that is a important aspect for actors.
Hello fellow actors what are ways to help become better at enunciation and projection as actors? This is something I wanna get better at as an actor.
Just wondering about the old dream, is it possible to become a mainstream lead at this age ?
I think it's important to know who we are talking to on this subreddit. It often feels when someone discovers this subreddit, you are not only having to mention that this career involves reading, but entrepreneurship, marketing, audio engineering, and public speaking. I think everyone should participate in this poll. Going forward, we can better understand the needs of the community, and may even consider having a subreddit that's for the mid-level to journeyman experienced voice actors. This is not meant to separate the community, but to better understand how we should communicate with each other. [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/118d4p0)
I'm a voice actor but I'm also a youtuber. I'm trying to rig together a camera stand complete with camera, lights, and mic and I can't seem to get a decent sound out of it. I'm using a Shure MV7 for my Youtube videos. When it's close to my mouth it sounds warm and nice. I tried setting it up so that it comes down from above on a boom arm (just out of camera shot) and it sounds weak and tinny. I'm sorry if this is a stupid question but is there a way I can enhance the audio? Am I maybe using the wrong mic? I tried with a Rode Shotgun mic and it sounded even worse. I don't want the mic in the shot with a HUGE arm across the screen but I also don't want to give up that nice sound.
I was planning on reading both 'Respect for Acting' and 'Challenge For The Actor' by Uta Hagen, but I have recently read that she admittedly 'disassociated' herself from the former book. From someone who has read both - is it worthwhile to read them both? Or does 'Challenge For The Actor' contain everything you need from her?
Hey everyone! I’m using IMDB Pro to get the contact information but I’m not sure who would be the right person to contact. There’s a Talent Agent, Manager, Talent Agent Voice, and Talent Agent Personal Appearance. I originally assumed Talent Agent Voice would be the best bet but then I started thinking that might be only for Voice Acting gigs and that Talent Agent Personal Appearance would be the best one. But I’m not sure if that’s only for in-person appearances like panels. Does anyone know who the right person to contact would be for a phone interview? Or any educated guesses?
I'm being sardonic. Few years ago, our theatre company fucks us, we try to negotiate. Even threat to strike. It all blows up, two people negotiate without us, got what they wanted, and we lost our positions. Back to square one, like Im starting again, but older. Now, when it seemed I was getting steam again, the new company fucks us. And we're trying to organize and negotiate. But I don't even care. I'm so tired. I don't want to be political anymore, I don't want to be honored anymore. I just want to beg and be content like everyone else. I just want this to end. I want to get to the part where we lose at once, to the part where I'm out of stages for years again and go back to my learning how to deal with melancholy where I stopped it. I can't stand feeling this angry and righteous anymore. Why can't I just let them fuck me up and go home? I wish there was such a thing as just acting, even for free. I am so tired.
everyone’s opinions on what “good and bad acting” is, just wanted people opinions on sydney sweeneys acting
I'm not from the US, or Canada, or the UK. (Or Australia) Is there a way I could act in films for international film festival's? And are overseas agents really looking for people other than Americans? Sorry if I'm asking stupid questions, I'm new to a lot of this.
I hope I don't break untold rules, but I wanted to share what is a great moment of acting in my opinion: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaO9\_Zuhawc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zaO9_Zuhawc) The emotion range and scale in that scene is so subtle and well balanced, you can see each second he is embracing the song and enjoying it more and more while at the same time asking himself "what the fuck am I doing" What a great actor!
I am a beginner in most aspects of acting, but one thing I'm sure of, is that when it comes to starting their careers, actors can't afford to be picky. In my case, I mostly have opportunities to act in theatre, in a TV commercial, or act as an extra for movies. Being a lead in a short/student film is a less common, but a relatively popular way to go where I live. The point of this post is my concern(s) with what is considered "basic skills", specifically in rehearsals and/or filming. Along with Asperger's Syndrome and clinical anxiety, I have a condition known as "dyspraxia", which I believe may be a problem/obstacle in a future acting career. To explain this condition further, think dyslexia, but INSTEAD of having trouble reading , talking and giving speeches, it's having trouble using your hands, performing simple manual tasks and sometimes following basic physical instructions. I did a physical theatre workshop once, and I remember the person presenting being pretty unhappy with my inability to do line dancing as a warm-up, and I was so embarrassed because for a few seconds I was looking lazy and/or less hard working than the rest, but soon, the trainer's disappointment transformed into pleasant surprise and actual pride. This happened because, throughout the workshop (it was hours long if I remember correctly) I used my knowledge and creativity to express myself in all the right ways. By the end we all performed a piece for her, and apparently I was one of the best in the room. In another case, I was attending rehearsals for a production of "Little Shop of Horrors" that I was recently casted in, when I realized due to to the fact that I can't tie my own hair in a decent ponytail, I needed to ask someone non-judgemental in the cast to tie it for me. I'm at the age where tying your own hair is considered a no brainer, actor or not. Generally, I think I do have some skills. I can read a script and memorize lines, I can stand still and be quiet when I'm expected to, I can write my signature, (although handwriting in general is often a mess from me) move my body in most specific positions that may be asked of me (I'm fairly flexible physically) and I am familiar with the basic criteria for doing auditions. This is really not a question I like to ask, because after all, in the acting world there are critics EVERYWHERE. I'm just afraid of all the factors that could hold me back. Regarding occupational therapy, I have tried it for years, it worked for a while but my body and mind outgrew it in a way. Do any of you have advice or tips on how to set up an acting career WITHOUT worrying too much about hair, makeup and the other stuff mentioned? Thanks for reading.
I've been looking into voice acting/broadcasting as of late. Right now, I'm working in customer service for a logistics company and it's not uncommon for me to receive compliments on my voice during phone calls. I'm told that I have a very calming and soothing deep voice or that I could be an announcer. I've done some research and from what I could gather, deep male voices are sought-after(correct me if I'm wrong) I have been looking into classes at the local community college, they have a multimedia program. I've also looked into entry level equipment to start with, as well as sound-proofing a room(which would just be a closet that has enough space for me and a small setup. I'm sure it's different from person to person, but what is a typical day like for a voice actor? What are the stressful times like and how to overcome them?
Disclaimer that I'm not somebody with any ambition of being a professional voice actor. I'm simply a man trying to do some voice overs for my own little personal video projects, where similarly I don't have any pretence to be creating world busting affairs and rather just little things of local interest. I've briefly recorded 30 seconds of myself speaking so you can hear the problem(s). For the first part I'm being silly and then in the second half I drop in a more natural tone as I would use for the bulk of my recording attempts. [https://sndup.net/pmvd/](https://sndup.net/pmvd/) Painful right? I've tried all sorts of tricks but I just can't get this sibilance down. There's always way too much of a slur in my speech. Examples of things I've tried (though further advice in these areas welcome) \- Spitfish. It seems to reduce audio quality without much actual change in the sibilance. \- Pop filter. I'm using one here along with a blue yeti x and audacity. \- Speaking slower and pronouncing more carefully. I try. It reduces it somewhat. But... In what I am wanting to record I'm wanting to keep quite a local conversational character. I don't want to lose too much of my flow. I'm trying to get a bit of a balance between speaking authentically northern whilst being understandable to outsiders. Any advice for how I could try and sound acceptable for an amateur?
Reached out about an actor for a role in a short, and the agent said "Sure, but don't hold your breath because we're not really in the shorts market". Should I just pass and not waste energy sending an offer to them?
Hi there. I've been out of the VO game for awhile now, and I was wondering if anyone could help weigh in on which online casting/profile websites are the current legit/active ones for self-submissions/auditions and promoting your work? Back when I was doing it, it was [voice123.com](https://voice123.com) and [voices.com](https://voices.com). I know, it has been a minute! Lol. I've searched to see what comes up, but there are some things that only come with experience to fully understand the differences (e.g. with on-camera acting, the difference between the significance and types of roles that will be found through Actors Access versus Casting Networks versus Backstage, etc, as they are each very different, plus some of the ones still listed on a quick Google search have really phased out years ago but will still accept your money for the membership). Thanks much.
I know that acting is a communal profession, but it can feel quite lonely a lot of the time. I had a hard time making friends when I was in my course for drama. I did have a few people but I struggled with a lot of things to the point where folks felt like they gave up on me. It can be hard to shake off, makes you think you’ll never have a career in this industry. Being autistic is one thing that makes it hard for him. If you ever felt like that, how did you find a way to really connect with people? I feel like I have the answers and at times I don’t.
(M,22) Hi guys, I live in NYC, I just moved here about 6 months ago from a overseas. I’ve always been wanting to be an actor or pursue filmmaking to some degree despite having absolutely no experience whatsoever. Y’all got any advice on where & how to start? Should I go to school? Take lessons? Any advice is appreciated :)
How do you describe your relationship with your reps? Friendly, professional, joke around, etc? Do you talk (whenever possible and within reason) about non-industry related things? How close (if possible) are you with your reps?
So I’m very passionate about being an actor. Not trying to brag, but a lot of people around me have been saying I’ve got real natural talent and that if I were to pursue seriously, I’d be successful. And to be honest, I wouldn’t mind pursuing it. However, that’s been said about the millions of other people that have been acting. Even the ones who are really talented don’t even take off and become famous/successful or just barely get by. The main issue for me is the financial aspect of it. Maybe it’s because I grew up not as well off as other people or my friends, but money has been something that I swore to, when I grew up, I would want to make sure I was financially stable. I want to wake up every day knowing I can feed myself, pay my rent, and not have a worry about paying some debt or loan to someone, a college, or company. Yeah, it’s normal for most Americans, but constantly worrying about if you have enough money to feed yourself?? Nah. So i made this post asking what is it like making a living as an actor today, in 2023. I’m sure nothing’s changed in the last few years, but what could I expect if I were to, realistically, get a degree in some type of theatre study in college, and then right out college, jump into acting. Would I be involved in the “hustler-culture,” where I’m constantly looking to book a role, making gigs, perhaps tutoring or teaching? Or maybe something else? How have you guys made a living? Have you made a living? Am I blowing it more out of proportion than it really is, or is it seriously a struggle to be an actor trying to be “successful?” ANY AND ALL advice is appreciated!
I used to dream of becoming a famous Broadway actor back in high school, but in the past couple years have decided that I don't ever want to be famous. I want to be able to run errands and do day to day things and not have cameras following me around 24/7. I used to think the ultimate goal of acting was to become some big shot celebrity, but the thing is, I don't act because I dream of making some absurd fortune. I act because I love acting, and so even if I just do community theatre shows for the rest of my life, I'll still feel content, because the process of putting a show together and creating a character is what truly brings me joy, not the prospect of fame and fortune. I feel alone in this, but I know that more than likely that's how most feel. What are your thoughts?
I'm an introvert and I'm shy and have some social anxiety. I do think acting is fun though. I have only taken acting for film classes before and I have now started a Meisner class. I don't know how to explain it but, during the last class I got a comment that sort ot indicated that my shyness is a problem. I do feel a bit stiff, but I know that the other people in class are stiff and nervous as well and the teacher even said that's normal in a new class with new people. We've only had the class twice. However, I guess I'm a bit more 'careful' than the others though and that's why it seemed like it was a bigger problem for me than the others. I don't know. The last class I was also feeling very low the entire day (I have mild depression) so I don't know if that impacted my performance. But that comment made me feel like I didn't fit in with the others. I mean, the others also got other types of feedback (like acting too much, thinking too much) so it wasn't like I was the only one. What is also weird is that the teacher has said that in the Meisner technique you shouldn't hide who you are or what you feel that day, and I didn't. So I don't understand why it was a problem that my energy was a bit low that day. It doesn't help that I still don't really understand the purpose of the repetition game. I know that it allows you to focus on your scene partner, but I wouldn't know how to apply that to the "real acting world" and I guess I'm starting to feel like it's boring and, well, repetitive. I felt more comfortable in my acting for film class, but I wanted to challenge myself with Meisner because I think it's good for my resume and myself to have tried different type of classes/techniques. Anyways, after the last class I started feeling a bit discouraged. Like maybe my personality doesn't fit with acting. Or maybe I'm just giving up too soon and need to work on it longer to see a change? I've heard about many actors who are shy privately so it must be possible, right? And I'm not saying that I'll be a Hollywood actress because I know I won't. I don't even live in the US. But it would be nice to at least get some small roles in the country I live in. And if not that, it would be nice if this expensive class would at least help me to combat my shyness a bit... To those of you who are acting and have a personality that is more shy or introverted, how have your experiences been? How long did it take you to be more comfortable and does the awkwardness ever go away? We have to act in front of other people in the end of the class and in my current position I'm not looking forward to it.
I'm just starting out and would love to sharpen my skills by doing some community theater. I know of sites like backstage and actors access but I'm wondering if there is a resource that's more focused on local community theater gigs?
They say you need talent and luck. I’m sure there are some exceptionally talented actors who never get a break. Or maybe you get some work but not enough to make it your full-time job. I always enjoy the acting, but I don’t love it to the point where I’m willing to go all out for it. I know there are some people who fall into it by lucky happenstance, but of course that’s uncommon. Or you could be like Jonah Hill and date Dustin Hoffman’s daughter. One thing I know I’m really good at is voice acting because I do a lot of accents and impressions, but it’s near impossible to get someone to give you a look
I'm a beginner who is interested in acting, and is currently trying to save up & build the courage to take an acting class. In the meantime, I sometimes like to reenact scenes of my favorite movies and record myself. When watching myself act, even when I was able to visualize my characters' world and was not in my own head, I feel that my acting is not very good. I've realized that I have trouble with my instincts/keep using the wrong instinct & I tend to overthink, and because of this, my delivery ends up being very mechanical and unnatural. To help with this, I watch actors in movies to help me observe human behavior & emotion and be aware of the different ways to react as a human, which I honestly think has helped me. but at times this makes me focus too much on trying to deliver a line the "best way". So I end up saying my lines the same way each time even when I'm trying not to preplan my acting, or I find myself accidentally mimicking the delivery of the actors I watch in the movies. Which is what I'm wanting to avoid. I suppose it would be more helpful to have a scene partner but I don't have anyone I could practice scenes with. Anyway I don't know if I should go about this in a different way to improve my instincts. I clearly am confused with all this and I honestly don't even know if what I'm saying makes sense
The year was 2019. Everything was great. I was a 20 year old fresh faced actor living in LA on my own. I had just signed with a well-known manager who started the careers of several big names and had a very few select actors in her small clientele. When first signing with her, she made me feel incredibly unique and as if I had star potential. She believed in me and had seen my work before so she knew what she was getting in to. I was extremely serious about my craft and practiced it diligently. Any opportunity to act, I’d take it if it meant working at it and sharpening my skills. As time progressed with this manager, she’d send me out to auditions and wanted to “coach” me. Which I found out was her way of basically sabotaging my audition. She eventually grew incredibly cold with me. Started manipulating telling me I have so the auditions *exactly* as she instructed me to act. She wanted me to act like a freaking robot. I was heavily agaisnt her notes and always told her I think it’s best I do the auditions the way I wanted because it was more natural. She constantly gaslit me and began to reduce me to a tiny being. And constantly threatened to take me off her roster. She said some ugly things to me that I honestly don’t even want to repeat. By the end of our relationship, I was broken and lost. I decided not to resign with her. I took every word she said literal and I quit acting. I grew extremely depressed and began to resent the industry. I lost touch with my love for acting and associated the industry with controlling narcissists who wanted nothing but power over their puppets. I can honestly go on and on about my views and how they’ve evolved. It’s been 3.5 years since leaving the industry but now have gone through therapy and have reached other areas of growth and that have reshaped my perception on a lot of things in life. I have since been regrowing my love for acting and trying to reach the level I was once at. But everything in the industry has seemed to have changed drastically. I feel completely new to this again. I don’t know where to begin. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
I was watching this interview about the voice actor of Neon from Valorant and was just curious, how did everyone start their voice acting journey, what are the pain points, and how do things actually work during a commission for work? [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9nscAUjPY&t=2s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eo9nscAUjPY&t=2s)
I’m doing a scene for my acting class and all three of us actors are having a very difficult time finding a scene for us to do. Does anyone know of a good three person scene for 2 girls (18-21) and a guy (25-30)
So I’m an aspiring voice actor and I’ve spent around 4 hours over the past couple of days recording things in a small home studio I have and over those 4 hours I’ve not kept a sings voice line because I think all of them are completely worthless and not good enough to be heard by anyone, is it normal to think that?
Hii! I have a dream to become an actor in the US. The thing is that I have a little bit of an accent. I feel like I will never make it big with an accent and I’m having trouble getting rid of it. P.S my accent isn’t like Sofia Vergara’s or smth like that to become my thing. Do u think I should give up?
Currently in acting school, and my movement teacher has been quite adamant about not lifting weights, since they say we are working to get rid of tension, and lifting weight adds tension and is a very tense and straining exercise. I’m just wondering if this is true and if you agree with it? I’m wanting to lift weights again to get in and stay in shape.
Hi! I’m a non-eq actor & got the call this morning: I booked a summer gig. YAY! The pay is not great, but not horrible as far as non-eq goes. $400/wk. Unfortunately I still have to pay rent in another city, even though my gig provides housing. So I’m wondering if asking for a small raise to meet my needs is possible. This is my first professional job that isn’t connected the regional theatre where I’m training, so I don’t really know the etiquette of these things. Any advice? Does anyone know the standard weekly pay for a non-eq theatre actor? Should I not bother? In general, I think we should talk about pay WAY more as a field. Not knowing what anyone earns is damn hard. I’ve heard so many horror stories about unfair compensation, whether equity or not. It seems that if theatres can take advantage, they will. Thank you!!!
Hello, all. I know very little about this industry. I am not an actor nor someone who wants to become an actor, but I am very curious about this situation and want to know what you all think. I live in LA, and I was at a mall. An individual came up to me and said I have “the look” for this place that hires for commercials, acting, singing, etc. and that they work for the company. They asked for my contact info and gave me a business card that was “invitation only.” I just said sure, wanted to see what it’s about. The individual said I have to do auditions over there to see if I fit or not. I looked up the place and it appears to be some sort of acting school. You need to audition to get admitted. From there, you are part of a program where you are exposed to Hollywood talent agents during the weekends where they see your auditions. The agency/school/whatever has some individuals that ended up acting in some shows in smaller roles according to their site. Several days later, the owner, I believe, called and told me to come in for an audition as soon as I got an invitation. I asked about the details of the program. The audition or “tryout” is free, however, if you get accepted, you have to pay 1.5k for an 8 week acting program. The program has Hollywood talent agents that come and watch auditions. Most kids over there seem to be getting hired for commericails or some shows from the program. I said I am not really interested, but will think about it. I said I might come in for a tryout to see what it is but not go in the program. The owner said that would be a mistake because if I come in for the tryout “I will love it so much that I will want to participate in the program.” Again, I mostly said I am gonna pass on the opportunity. I have no real desire to act anyway. So what are your guys thoughts on all this? Is this a normal thing? A way they try to make money? A poor talent agency/acting school? Am I missing a good opportunity by saying no if I wanted to become an actor? I likely will not even go to the free “audition", however, I am definitely not enrolling. The place has an acting roster, but, they seem like a business who just wants $$$ to me.
I don't mean working actors. I don't mean celebrities. If you counted up everyone "trying" to be an actor in NYC, LA, USA, or globally. What do you think the number would be? I define "trying" as anyone who works or wants to work as an actor that spends some portion of their day either doing such or pursuing acting work. So submitting to agents, casting directors, backstage, actors access counts, even if it's just once a week. Cultivating a social media following? Debatable, but for this that counts. Just curious what people think the answer is
I'm a spanish actress and I'm considering doing some kind of course/workshop for professional actors in Dublin during the summer. I'm looking for tips, advice and recommendations and whether should I do It or not haha . :)
Hi, ​ When I upload a theatrical headshot for actor's access, and even if I have other photos. Do CDs for non-commercials only see the theatrical headshot or they only see that one first? The theatrical shot I have is very charactery and I was thinking if that's the one they see first, it'll prevent me from getting other type roles.
Hey guys, I’m having a Table Read in Hollywood today, Saturday 18th 5-8 PM and I’m looking for a young Middle Easter Actor for a role as one of my actors just cancelled. If any on here is available and interested, please DM.
My friend is in Los Angeles and hasn't been able to make it beyond small quick things and is thinking of going to Atlanta. I thought LA is the place idk how to get them to stay here or change careers is Atlanta a terrible idea?
Hey - staying super vague about this, obviously. I just emailed someone about auditioning from a casting call on FB. I gave him details, my IMDB, my experience, a reel, etc. He replied back without even needing me to audition — he basically just said “cool! happy to work with you!” and gave me the necessary info. He was a tiny bit pushy when I didn’t respond within only two hours, so I responded “ok!” out of feeling bad. It’s only a couple of pages filmed at his friends’ house… no IMDB credit or payment… idk. I just get a weird vibe from it all, even though there’s nothing blatant. He’s very very nice through e-mail, and letting me bring a friend, but it’s very far and the house situation is weirding me out a little bit. Where do I draw the line between getting reel experience as a beginning actor, and rejecting a role because I feel weird about the situation? I confirmed with him two days ago because I felt pressured by him saying I got the role, when I really just emailed about auditioning. It would be next Saturday. Is it too late to cancel on him? He didn’t even cast me as a specific character in the script yet — just told me to send over a video “whenever” of me reading lines I find interesting. Thanks for any advice, I super appreciate it :)
i know japanese va is different from western va in that they voice over completed storyboard animations, but how do they know how long to say the line before the action/scene changes?
I’m really nervous, but really excited. I’ve been dreaming of being an actor for awhile now and I can’t believe I’m starting. Week is gonna packed cos I’m also doing a different course at uni so hopefully I’ll push through. Any 19 year olds whose doing the same? Both acting classes and another course at the same time?
I'm 22 currently in a professional theatre show having just filmed two short films for showreels. I had one year of professional training and am now looking for the next step into getting work as an actor. Any advice would be appreciated as I know some people say to hold off getting an agent while others say its worth getting one to add to your acting cv. Many thanks
I just went to 2 different actors to take a x ray of my throat, thyroid and nose & all of them said that they are healthy and in super condition, How can it still be that I have a nasal thin voice that gets super dry and tired after singing/humming for some minutes? I have this symptoms for about a year now, and it makes it really depressing as I’m a musician… Any help/tips?
I could do it myself but I don't exactly know how to add a page or add the character on the voice actor's page, and I'm wonder if anyone this community know how to do it and it bothers since Fandom.Com wiki page is more active and up-to-date with the characters and who voices them
Weeee, you found me!
I'm your buddy Bottie, I was hiding behind the scenes, but now that you've found me I'd be happy to tell you what I'm doing.
I just wrote a few fun facts about Web For Actors
Would you like to take a look?
Click here to check them out. I hope it will cause involuntary audible response.
