Hey guys, I’m visiting LA for ~3 months for the first time ever. I have an southeast agent and have been training professionally/on sets while in my home state. I’m coming from a right to work state, and to my understanding California is not that. So does anyone have advice for some productive ways I can act on sets (not in a class setting) while out in la for the summer? Or just how to navigate auditioning without an agent or manager? tyia

For my (16 fem) exams, I have to write a monologue and act as a young girl aged around 8. My drama teacher says that I am not a convincing child, and I’m really unsure how to act more like one. The theatre style is epic and so realism isn’t ideal, and that’s all I can find advice for online.

The plot involve a family, seemingly perfect on the outside, but abusive and neglectful on the inside. I know this would alter the child’s behaviour, but I’m unsure how to bring that to life.

I hope I didn’t word this to confusingly, and I would appreciate help!

Which one of these two BFA programs would you label as more reputable and successful at producing working actors? Has anyone had any experience with actors coming from either of these schools?

Hi guys, (sorry for my English in advance is not my first language) so on Tuesday I have my first acting class and something been bothering me English is not my first language so I have an accent. I wonder if you guys have any advice on how to do my best and what can I expect for my first acting lesson.?

Hi everybody! If you haven't seen my other post, here it is: https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/comments/1cc6833/possible_agent/

So, I did the audition yesterday, over 400 people were there audtioning. There were a couple of pre-recorded videos, like Larry VanBuren Jr. and all that. I stayed until me and my sister did our things, and about 5 or 6 hours later, my mother received a text saying that we both made it, and that there is an audition tomorrow where we must choose and memorize a monolgue, and Larry will actually be on the call.

My mom did a bit of research on Reddit, it's also called Industry Network, and she found a LOT of posts saying this was a scam, so we're not going to be doing it.

By the way, I made a mistake in my last post. I said that they casted for a bunch of different movies, but they actually represented actors that did this. They said people like Jenna Ortega had used them and that's how she got recognized on the film industry, although looking back on it, that was probably fake, too.

To make a long story short, we're probably not going to be doing this. I am going to listen to your advice and take acting classes instead.

Thank you all for looking out for me, and helping me with this! I know I am new to the acting scene, and I knew I would need some help from people who have actual experience. Thank you!

******I WOULD LIKE TO MOVE TO USA AS A CITIZEN, NOT JUST AS AN ARTIST!******

I'm an actor in a small region of Italy (With 1,5 years of experience on set and short films).

I always dreamed big, so I want to move in a "cinema-hub city".

Should I

1. Remain here = I don't think so
2. Move to Rome/London = Moving to this two city would be less difficult bureaucratically and in terms of distance. - But I should improve my English.
3. Move to Los Angeles/Atlanta (USA) = This is the highest option I can aim to. But it will be much more difficult bureaucratically and in terms of distance, and I should improve my English.

I can do one of this options, but... which? I'm inclined on USA obviously! :)

Thank

My partner got a new agent this year who has managed to not get her any acting work in panto, which Is specificlt what she got the agent for, the agent didn't apply my partner for any and now that there all or mostly closed the agent said oh sorry I can't for some reason. My partner is really upset, panto is why she does acting, she took the leap to get an agent and it's back fired really. Looking for any help or advice, or leads on any good roles I can send her way 😁

I have the skills to create self-tapes, but I don't have any headshots or other materials to support my acting career. Unfortunately, my parents are not in a position to provide financial support for me (they also don't really support me) Moreover, I live in Denmark, where it's difficult to find many opportunities in the entertainment industry. Is there any way for me to break into the industry despite my current situation?

I’m sending unlisted YT links to my agent like she asks but sometimes they have zero views. What does this mean? Is she not sending them? Or is the casting team not looking at them?

My first acting teacher used to tell me that I was a good actor but that I needed to develop an edge if I wanted to become successful. When I'd ask her to elaborate she'd say: "most young male actors have a stronger presence and fire to them than you do which is causing them to win roles over you. Your demeanor is almost too nice and pleasant which is causing you to be forgettable."

It got me thinking - is being "edgy" and charismatic important when trying to book acting jobs? Or is it just important to be marketable and a good actor?

I’m a 23(M) considering finishing my contract in the military to pursue my dream of acting. So far the plan is to get out and use my Post 9/11 GI Bill for school and for acting. However, people i’ve asked around me, and “advice” ive seen online has given me various opinions on what i should do. Should i use the Gi bill for acting classes at a University, should i sign up for acting/ improv classes in my area? or should i just throw myself out there with no proper training at random auditions? Any response is valuable! Appreciate yall!

Hello, I’m absolutely devastated at the moment and so mad at myself because not long ago I auditioned in an open casting call and they want me back for another audition. As it was an open casting call with a few hundred people I was expecting the process to take some time.

However, the email was in my spam, and my phone had filtered most of it out as it said it may contain malware, which it didn’t. I couldn’t even open the script while it was reported spam because it said it may be dangerous. I didn’t get any notification, but I thought that if a casting company/person was emailing me, it would be in my inbox, which I checked religiously.

It’s a self tape shoot, but the deadline was over a week ago.

Is it still worth it to say this to them and try? Or because of the deadline is it not worth it?

I’m looking to cast this actress in a movie that I’m going to be shooting this summer. I’ve tried contacting her agent about possibly booking her. However, he hasn’t responded.

Thanks to a few strings, a friend of mine was able to get the actress’ phone number. I’m conflicted about whether or not I should call/the actress about possibly appearing in the film. On one hand, their agent isn’t responding and this would be the only way to get some kind of contact with them. On the other hand, I’m concerned that the actress might be very suspicious on how I got her number, why I’m calling her instead of her agent, and the possibility that her agent will be furious with me. Not to mention that me calling her will might raise red flags to her.

Any advice on what I should do?

I’m an actor in NYC, a SAG-AFTRA must join. I have headshots, a resume and a reel setup along with casting sites and lots of training and a lot more to come. I became eligible through background work but of course i want to take the next steps in getting more principal roles.

My resume has things like a Non -Union Nike commerical, Short films, NYU Student films, and Theatre

I would like your opinion on whether or not i should join soon, i’m considering it myself.

Hey guys, I'm wondering can I use monologues as my demo reel to find an agent or self-submit? How many clips should I make? I don't have short films or student film clips so I need to make in my home, I saw some actor's early self tape, Emma‘s audition looks not "professional", I mean the background, can I make same quality be my demo reel( I will have more cleaner background)

https://preview.redd.it/dwr9h8vvy4xc1.jpg?width=859&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=78c7c95de7eef59f653d317f4b7b783344830654

Why so many well known or coming up actors when I checked their IMDB or searched their early careers, never did short films or student films to get credits? They just said his/her first debut on a tv series then is film work with a great director, My question is how do they get an agent? How do they pursue their career? If you know what I mean they are like ok I have an agent and audition for big projects, then just go to night events or red carpet to be exposed in front of the public, then after one or two years they have indie film or lead role tv to get well known, and they never played short film or student film, all you can see just their good face in front of the camera, they are star and have the opportunity, and other people just like play short films and student films to build resume spend many years and finally have an agent but besides audition they don’t have anything connect with film industry, just hoping CD will choose me? What different with I buy a lottery and hope I can win? We put a lot of work on it and the result is just like hoping win a lottery?😬😬😬

I’ve been invited to attend I-POP and at a discounted rate at that. I have a friend who got his agent through I-POP and I want to know if it’s worth the money to go there.

MTM talent agency in Miami contacted me and apparently that Casablancas dude used to own it and I wanna know if it’s legit

How important is it? And what do you include in your slate shot?

Is it for free to upload it on Actors Access?

Hi! I’m super pumped, y’all! Quit corporate hell last year, moved to LA, got incredible headshots, made fabulous connections in acting class(es), did some shorts/student films during the strike, and developed a pretty good reel. Finally felt right to start searching for an agent and the universe is rewarding me for the hard work and tenacity.

I have six agency prospects but two have found their way to the top of the list: one is a highly ranked commercial agency with great talent on their roster, and the other is a reputable boutique agency interested in across the board representation. We’re already done with auditions and initial zoom sessions and I have meetings next Monday with the commercial agent and Wednesday with the boutique agency to (I assume) finalize and sign.

I wanted to toss this out to the community and get input on what questions to ask during these meetings. I’ve done my research on them (IMDbPro, Reddit searches, Google, better business bureau), so I’m not gonna lob softball questions like “how many on your roster” or any other facts that can be easily found online.

FWIW, I used Repunzel for the email blasting. 71% open rate and 19% link engagement. HIGHLY recommend using Repunzel if you’re self submitting to agencies.

Thanks!

So for context I am female 20s LA based, have agent and manager and self submitting. I started officially submitting early 2023 after I got my headshots. My 2023 started rough and I thought that I’d never get a booking - ever. I then got booked in August of last year but because of issues with getting call sheet and script I had to pass up on it. I had a role offer again in September (an under 5 role) but was all the way up in San Francisco, and it was shooting the next day, so I decided to pass on the opportunity as it wasn’t worth driving that far for a one line unpaid role. Then I got 4 gigs back to back in November/December (all self submits) and then I got a gig in January and I just booked a lead in a short now shooting next week. So all in all about 8 offers/bookings in a years time.

But reading on Reddit I can’t help but think I am booking way too little given that I am self submitting also. I do have a couple of things that stands against me, which would be my accent (Danish) and my red hair. But what are your thoughts? What is an appropriate booking rate at the beginning of your career?

I accidentally stole someones necklace from there and I feel so bad and I want to return it via mail or send money to get a replacement or something. The ppl running the competition held up a necklace that i brought, it had Gigi from Kikis Delivery Service on it, and asked if this belonged to anyone. I thought i had lost mine somehow, and claimed it. I am so sorry to whoever's necklace this is. If you are this person or know them, please private message me . I'm so so so sorry 😞

Mods, I apologize if this post isnt allowed but I really want to find this person I'm sorry and it's acting related cuz this was at a one act competition.

Our school is doing a dress up week. On Wednesday we're supposed to dress up as the profession we want in the future. I want to be a fashion designer. And I already have the outfit, but how do I act like a fashion designer?

Hello, I am looking for a summer camp this summer for my daughter (10 y/o) , she has some acting experience in film. Can anyone recommend a serious, professional summer camp? We live in AB and will be visiting BC in the summer for a class and possibly looking for agent as well.

Thanks.

Obviously, whether or not they accept you depend on a lot of other factors like market size, your type, etc. and I am just looking for a general perspective or personal experience. I have 10+ credits on my resume but they are mostly from student films, only 2 of them made it to IMDB but all have footage to show (i dont put them on my resume if i never got footage back). I have a few past training listed but am not currently training anywhere bc im taking classes on something else. Not sure when is a good time to submit to an agent.

Looking to submit to small agencies.

has anyone else heard about this? there is a proposed strike against the video games companies and since last year when the SAG strike ended, many actors were saying we caved and should have protested longer because we only got some of everything we were asking for.

Does anyone know why I can’t do a more narrowed down search of roles based on my age, my gender, and what kind of project it is, etc. Why isn’t there an option for this? They updated the site recently but didn’t include this?

I saw a documentary about some form of theatrics in China where in a private room people would watch actors perform shows including adaptations of contemporary popular plays and retellings of folklore, legends, and literature. The thing thats so interesting is that the actors are not all extravagant with exaggeration of physical gestures and vocal performances in the tradition of theater.... But instead they were subtle. The acting shown felt like modern day film acting and thus what I saw in the doc didn't seem like acting but like ther performers were really doing the thing as if for real. THe angry shouting, thesorrow one character tries to hide with impressive difficulty but you can detect in subtle physical gestures and facial experience, the tiny dtails of one scene where a character is openly smiling but you can spot through th tiny details they are actually scared of being murdered esp on the face, and so much more. It wasn't acting, you were seeing real life people living heir lives.......

And the audience clapped out loud in the small room...... The host of the documentary some Chinese journalist states its form of theater which has a specific name I can't remember is thousands of years old. Meaning if what he says it accurate, it predates Shakespeare and yet has what we call realistic modern acting so associated with academy award winning movies and prestige television. It was a form of theater that the rich people of China had performed in their homes or a small stadium that cold only fit 20 people with seats less than 10 feet if not even 5 feet away from the actors or at a camp fire site and other places for a very small number of people. The host basically said that some forms of Chinese entertainment learned to take advantage of the strengths of private shoes in front of a tiny number of audiences esp in small enclosed places to alter the acting to a more realistic form as performers didn't need to yell and act with very blatant exaggerated movements since the show is being down up close and you didn't need to please a large stadium of hundreds of audiences in seats as far away as 100 feet from the stage even sometimes with multiple stories. Actors could instead act to keep it real.

It was an ethereal experience it felt like watching a movie literally filmed in front of you. I wish I could find out the name because I'd share it on here just so everyone can see what I mean. But it does make me ask. In stageplays before the creation of cinema, did any subtle acting existed? Like was Shakespeare ever performed with nuanced expressions that movie adaptations often do in front of an aristocratic family at a dinner table without all the unrealistic theatrical physical movements and loud yelling dialogue? Or in front of a bunch of children sitting at a camp fire during a cold winter with the subtle expressions of drama movies like The Schindler's list and Lion in the Winter?

hello! so i’ve recently been trying to land some roles with actual dialogue and have had no luck, usually the pools of which i’m auditioning are around 30k+ applicants which is the most common issue. if anyone knows of any casting directors (preferably US based, worldwide works too.) that frequently post casting calls please let me know their social media @‘s or any other info. i hate using this term but im also looking for a more “legit” film or production as well. just out of precaution only because my friend got a role for some random YouTube short film & it ended up with her almost being sex trafficked.. so pls everyone be careful with things like that as well!! any advice or recommendations would be appreciated, thank u and best of luck to all of u pursuing acting!

Recently, I’ve been at the point where I’m starting to look at different agencies and management. When yall are researching/looking at agencies and management, what are things that help you decide if you want to pursue further with an agency? What are the red flags that let you know immediately that you don’t want to be involved with an agency?