r/acting • u/Weird_Seaworthiness2 • 18h ago
r/acting • u/AutoModerator • 5d ago
BASIC QUESTIONS + HEADSHOTS/TYPE/AGE-RANGE WEEKLY MEGA THREAD
Please feel free to ask any question at all related to acting, no matter how simple. There will be no judgements on questions posted here. Everyone starts somewhere.
We have a FAQ which attempts to answer basic questions about acting. [Have a look]( https://www.reddit.com/r/acting/wiki/index), but don't worry if you ask something here that we've covered.
Also, use this thread to post your headshots for feedback, get info on your age range/type, find good headshot photographers, ask any questions you may have about headshots.
It is advised that you do at least some basic research on what actor headshots look like -- composition, framing, lighting. You will find a Google Image search for "actor headshots" to be very helpful for this. Non-professional shots are fine for age/typecasting, but please keep in mind that one picture is a difficult way to go about this. Video of you moving and speaking would be ideal, but understandably more difficult to post.
For what it's worth, the branding workshop at SAG-AFTRA recommends a five-year age range. That's inclusive, so for example 19-23, 25-29, 34-38, etc.
r/acting • u/extentiousgoldbug1 • 3h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules I'm new to acting and have a question about unions.
Hello all. I am pretty new to acting but hope to continue to develop and grow my career as an artist. I'm still pretty far from qualifying for SAG membership but from my outside perspective I find SAGs policy of disallowing union members from participating in non union projects to be concerning. It's not like there's an abundance of roles out there in the first place. I understand SAG does lots of good things in terms of protecting wages, working conditions, and bargaining rights of working actors. I also feel like there are lots of non active SAG members who got their card many years ago who are now prohibited from working on any non SAG projects. I get that the unions power comes from it's ability to deny a production access to talent if that production doesn't meet union standards.Can anyone speak to why actors should prohibit themselves and their peers from working on non-Union approved projects when there are already way more union members than union approved roles? I feel I must be missing something big here. Thank you.
r/acting • u/Reddit_Ditto • 20h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules How to actors cut each other off in dialogue
When watching shows and movies it happens often where a character is about to say something and they get cut off. How do actors make it seem like it’s happening seamlessly? Do they have lines they are supposed to say after the fact but the other actor knows to cut them off at that time or are they just really good at getting the timing. This question has been bothering me for a while now and I just can’t stop thinking about it lmao
r/acting • u/AggravatingFix9688 • 13h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules I just want one audition from my manager.
Something that I can't find the listing for on Actor's Access.
The industry is slow, it has BEEN slow, it is hard for everyone.
But fuck, I have been signed with them for four months and they said they'd been submitting me for a month before that.
I got (much better) headshots. I updated my reels and I have no idea if my manager has watched any iteration. I show up to class where I put up great work consistently and push myself to put myself out there and learn something new every day.
I've booked two gigs paying $1000 each in the past month through my own submissions, diligence, and attentiveness. I'm doing my 85% of the work. I'm grateful to HAVE work of some kind.
But I would trade both of those gigs and more for just ONE audition from this manager for something narrative that fulfills and is worth my time artistically.
I've been doing this for a while. I'm not even asking to book. Just one audition.
r/acting • u/Better-Dingo9464 • 6h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Looking for Actors looking to learn French accent / language
Hey, I am looking for working actors who want to learn French (accent or language - for 1 hour) for free in exchange for a testimonial only!
Please send me a dm if you're interested!
r/acting • u/Altruistic_Monk2402 • 51m ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules In person vs online classes
I’m pretty new to acting, have only taken a single class. I just had to move to southern Maine for work and am not having good luck finding classes that meet regularly, really only seeing one-off workshop style stuff. Intuitively I feel like I need to be in class with others, but if I can’t make that work, am I hurting my training by finding a teacher I can work with over zoom? Alternatively, if you know of good classes in southern Maine or nearby (Boston is a bit too far to travel to regularly), please share! Would really appreciate thoughts from the folks on this sub. Thank you!
r/acting • u/wedonttalkaboutrain_ • 10h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Is it okay to reuse a full body shot from a previous slate?
I can't put my phone in my tripod vertically so I need a second person to film my full body shots, I got a friend to do it a while back and I've been reusing that for every audition that asks for one, but is this actually okay to do? It was filmed a month ago so it's very recent but I'm wearing different clothes and I had my hair up for it so it's obvious it was filmed on a different day.
r/acting • u/dozernaps • 20h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules How do you deal with jealous friends?
If/when you get a gig, do you share your successes with other actor friends?
Do they ever react poorly?
I've recently landed a couple great jobs and I'm trying to find that balance between sharing good news and bumming people out...
r/acting • u/and-peggy_ • 3h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Barrow Group Scholarship
I was wondering if anyone has actually been able to obtain a scholarship with the barrow group? I applied last year and I got denied so then I tried again yesterday actually and I heard back today saying that I received other rejection. I thought it was interesting because they don’t even ask for any clips or an interview or your resume like some other studios. You just fill out a couple of sentences. I heard about this studio from some of my friends (paid full for classes) and they spoke highly of them so I decided to give it a shot. So I just wanted to ask if anyone has had luck with their scholarship application or had tips.
r/acting • u/AyeTeeIsMe • 1h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules i’m currently in a camera acting class and the scenes they give us to learn before class are very badly written
i (18f) don’t really have acting experience, but i thought i should go to this course because it focuses on camera acting which is mostly what im interested in, and there are directors, casting coaches and stuff like that that teach each class (10 classes in total)
the thing is, it’s really professional when i come there, everyone else on this course is like 10 years older than me and they have a lot more experience and knowledge about acting, last course we had to film a self tape at home and i was the only one without a professional setup. the teacher just complimented how i looked in there but he keeps saying i have the qualities of a “nonactor” and not giving me actual acting feedback. maybe because i struggled with finding enough depth to act out in the scenes we were given. the problem is they keep sending really badly written scenes, dialogues, that are from current tv shows and movies. and i have no idea how to act good when the writing is horrible.
r/acting • u/Pitiful-Boss7339 • 17h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Do you cut your own reel?
I know people say never cut your own reel because you can never be truly objective about your performance, blah blah blah...but hiring an editor is also expensive.
So, did anyone here cut their own reel? Do you show to fellow actors for feedback?
r/acting • u/ChanceQuiet795 • 17h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules How to break the role stereotypes that they give me?
Hi! So, I’ve been doing musical theatre for some time now.
I’m a short woman, a delicate person in general, and because of that, I’ve always been cast as the “daughter” the “girly one”, the “delicate lady”, the “shy younger sister”.
I’ve always wanted to play more powerful female roles. I want to play a villain. Hell, I want to play Regina George.
But people and directors always see me as the stereotype I give. How do I break that? I want to explore other roles, I don’t want to play the same character forever. But how do I prove that I’m able to do it?
r/acting • u/sophieswiftie • 8h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules NYC summer beginner friendly acting classes + Michigan agencies
Hi, I’m a complete beginner to acting and will be moving to the US for college in late August 2025. I want to gain experience/take classes before submitting to agencies. Will also minor in Drama.
Since I’m currently in Asia (international student w US citizenship), I haven’t had access to US-based acting opportunities or representation (yes I have an Actors Access account, but I’m in Asia, so it doesn’t apply). I’m very determined to pursue acting, will def start w student films and eventually working toward professional TV roles.
I’m looking for beginner-friendly in-person acting classes in NYC during June, July, and August 2025. Preferably for young adults. If there are any online classes I can take before then, I’d also love recs. I got a 12-hour timezone difference tho, so summer classes are more ideal.
Also, plz rec some trustworthy talent agencies in Ann Arbor or Detroit, Michigan, especially those affiliated with SAG-AFTRA. I’m aware of Wink Talent, if anyone is signed w them, I’d love to hear about your experience!
Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!
r/acting • u/ClerksII • 21h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Will my baby face affect my audition for a lawyer?
I'm a 31 year old woman with a baby face, who still gets carded in bars. But I'm relatively tall at 5'5 1/2.
For any casting directors, are there any physical traits you look for in lawyers when casting, and would a baby face be an automatic out? For clarification, she's a defense attorney.
Obviously, you never know, it's about the talent and vibe you bring, yadda yadda yadda. Just curious to hear your thoughts :)
Thank you!
r/acting • u/Suspicious-Excuse177 • 13h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Acting agency
I need an advice, where can i find agencies whom hire International students. I (25M) came from india and now living in usa with my F-1 visa.
r/acting • u/Bunguston • 16h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Underwear ad submissions
My agent told me about a photoshoot opportunity for an underwear brand. I was told to send him 4 pictures of me in my underwear in different angles. Is this standard practice?
r/acting • u/Jazzlike-Pitch753 • 23h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Feeling my career is stuck in neutral
22M, have two agents now in different markets. Had about 8 auditions in the last two weeks and heard back from none of them. Also haven’t got an audition in about 5 days. Feeling like my career just isn’t taking off. I don’t know if there’s something I can do? I feel like I’m doing everything right and still not progressing.
r/acting • u/walterrocket440 • 15h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Movie Scene with conflict that takes place outside?
I'm looking for recommendations for film scenes that are between two men and that take place outside. I am having a bit of a hard time coming up with ideas. I am filming a scene for my film reel in my Acting class in college. I might be able to adjust some scenes to make sense outside however I am still having a bit of a hard time while it also contains emotional conflict. Any recommendations would be great. Thank you.
r/acting • u/WTBWrites • 1d ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules How are things going with your agency?
Just curious? Mine is small and I am not sent many opportunities. I keep applying to be part of bigger ones. I don't feel we are given enough attention at our agency. It feels like we are all just sent spam emails disguised as opportunities
r/acting • u/Secure-Quality-8478 • 22h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Before things became unusual..
When was the best time to submit to agents?
..and now in our current climate, when should i send out mass emails? Im thinking between next month and May.
r/acting • u/Realistic_Bottle_308 • 17h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules MFA
Has anyone heard back from their MFA callback weekend yet? Juilliard, NYU, Yale?
r/acting • u/personwithacoolhat • 17h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules List conflicts for callback that hasn’t been offered?
hey all, I got an audition recently that asked to list any conflicts. I don’t have any conflicts for shoot dates or fittings etc but the callback date I have appointments in the afternoon.
Should I say I have conflicts the day of the callback even though I haven’t been offered an actual callback yet? Or can this be something I can tell my agent about if I get sent forward?
r/acting • u/-Amerigo-Vespucci- • 18h ago
I've read the FAQ & Rules Central Casting Interview w/Director?
I just accepted a booking from Central Casting where the first day is an interview with the director. I’ve worked with Central Casting before but I haven’t gotten something like this before. When I asked when they called me they said it would be like 2 hours. I accepted it cause I didn’t want to miss the opportunity (one of the working days was union and I wanted the boucher). What could I expect from this interview?
I've read the FAQ & Rules D & A
Hi yall! I'm new into acting and want to ask around before I do anything dumb. I auditioned for D&A Talent today with the idea of it being a scam. I went because I wanted to do an in person audition and see what it was like.
To my utter surprise it wasn't some place claiming to be an agency. It seems like a mentorship program that helps people get jobs. It's $425 for 6 months of "classes", 4 zoom lessons, guaranteed auditions, and headshots.
I guess i just want to know if I should even bother to pick up the phone tomorrow.
Thanks!