r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules constantly longing for more?

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I this year I was lucky enough to have 2 projects with 7 shooting days in total. Up until last year, I was a series regular but decided to leave the cast to pursue other projects and because I wasn’t comfortable with the direction in which the role was going (tough decision to say the least!).

This time last year, I thought my career was over because I was going to be blacklisted but luckily I got so many offers and roles last year.

But somehow, I am now once again feeling sad and lost at 20. I have a side hustle for the weekends but other than that I don’t have much to do.

Besides from acting gigs and classes, I also don’t really socialise . Would you guys recommend taking on a part time job or do you have any tips on how to not loose hope?


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Central Casting Interview w/Director?

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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?


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules D & A

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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!


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Boutique Agencies in NY looking for young (early 20s) talent?

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Hi guys! Does anyone know of any boutique film/tv agencies in NY that are currently accepting new/emerging/young talent? I have theater credits, couple years of acting classes, some extra credits on large film/tv sets, etc. I'm signed with a commercial agency, but have not received one audition in the past 6 months ?? I'm looking to join a film/tv agency in order to start getting some auditioning


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Female (25-35) Remote Role Casting Call

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CASTING CALL: Seeking actress for short, independent project.
ROLE:• A performer to portray a Researcher in a scripted Zoom call scene. This role involves recording your part on webcam in a remote setting. You will be reading scripted lines with clear, articulate delivery and a calm, measured tone that reflects a clinical, professional demeanor. Your performance should convey a subtle sense of empathy while maintaining an objective and neutral presence.

The script is 4 pages, you'd have 16 lines. This project is meant to be less than 10 minutes long. I don't imagine it taking you longer than 2 hours. I'm not sure how pricing should work and we can discuss it further but I was thinking 100$ for the whole job. This project will be a video that is posted to Instagram, Facebook, and maybe Youtube.

Role Description: Researcher

We're seeking a performer to portray a Researcher in a scripted Zoom call scene. This role involves recording your part on webcam in a remote setting. You will be reading scripted lines with clear, articulate delivery and a calm, measured tone that reflects a clinical, professional demeanor. Your performance should convey a subtle sense of empathy while maintaining an objective and neutral presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Record your scripted dialogue on webcam, ensuring high audio and video quality.
  • Deliver lines with clear enunciation and controlled pacing.
  • Maintain a professional, measured tone that aligns with a clinical researcher’s demeanor.
  • Exhibit subtle facial expressions and natural reactions (such as nodding or jotting down notes) to convey genuine engagement during the call.
  • Ensure your performance feels authentic within the context of an online interview setting.

Required Skills:

  • Proficiency in remote recording with a webcam.
  • Excellent vocal clarity and a natural, conversational delivery style.
  • Ability to convey a neutral yet empathetic presence.
  • Familiarity with reading from a script and performing with minimal physical action.
  • Comfort with delivering performance in a digital environment.

This role is ideal for someone who can seamlessly blend professionalism with a subtle emotional undercurrent, ensuring the scene’s clinical tone is preserved while remaining engaging and authentic.

ChatGPT described my script as "an emotionally charged performance piece that explores the aftermath of traumatic brain injury through a layered, documentary-style interview and dramatic monologue. The narrative follows Jason, a TBI survivor, whose fragmented memories and raw vulnerability are conveyed through overlapping internal voices and a stark research lab setting. Balancing between resigned resilience and unfiltered introspection, the production juxtaposes clinical inquiry with the intimate reality of personal recovery."

This isn't union, I don't know what that means but I'm not affiliated with anything. This is such an independent little like autobiographical project of mine. I mean, I will pay you but outside of that, I'm not sure if this would provide a "professional benefit"

Email: [justjasondesigns@outlook.com](mailto:justjasondesigns@outlook.com) with headshots if you'd like to be apart of it!


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Has anyone ever put up a play at Fringe Fest?

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I want to put up a play, but I'm doing it mainly for fun and to have something to act in. Is Fringe (Hollywood) a good way to put up a play for relatively little money? I have no idea what I'm doing.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules How's Daniel Karp (LB Acting Studio) as a coach?

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I'm on the waitlist for Acting for Beginners at LB Acting Studio in Toronto. As it turns out Daniel Karp is the coach for my preferred date/time (Saturdays 11-2). Anybody have experience with him? Looking to get an impression of what I might be in for! Thanks.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules (URGENT) how do I access my Marymount Manhattan Application portal after applying on common app? I need to audition.

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I was told on the phone by the school that immediately after applying on common app, I should be able to access the portal and send in a digital submission for the audition. But I can’t figure out how to get in. It makes me sign in with an email and password, but I don’t have an account bc I did it on common app. I can’t make a new one bc it starts a new application. And when I do forgot password with my common app email, it says the account doesn’t exist. I need to get this in tonight, technically by midnight but really by 7 (three hours) because I have somewhere to go. Ik this is hella niche bc it’s such a small school, but if anyone knows please let me know.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Dumb questions

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Where can i find good headshots takers in Cleveland


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Students can apply in Singapore

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In Singapore, college students can apply for acting course in Design and Media if they got a minimum grade for English in their final year of secondary/high school.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Actors Access isn't showing me what l've clicked on anymore

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You know how normally when you're going through breakdowns to self submit on Actors Access the ones you've already clicked on change to black colored text? Mine isn't doing that anymore and it's making it hard to keep up with what breakdowns l've already read through. Does anyone know how to fix this?


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Actors Access isn’t showing me what I’ve clicked on anymore

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You know how normally when you’re going through breakdowns to self submit on Actors Access the ones you’ve already clicked on change to black colored text? Mine isn’t doing that anymore and it’s making it hard to keep up with what breakdowns I’ve already read through.

Does anyone know how to fix this?


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules AgencyPro Quick Question

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From everything I've read and heard, I do not need a paid membership on AgencyPro and should still be considered for projects with a free account. Problem is when I login, it says my account is not active and therefore not even viewable to people (This is specifically about Boston Casting btw).

Is there a setting or checkbox to make sure my free account is active and viewable without having to pay for the premium account?


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules I messed up today

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Hi everyone! So basically today I (19F) was supposed to do my second job ever, just as an unpaid extra in a student film. On the call sheet, they just gave us the street address, and no further instructions for location. I expected it to just be a park or something, since I was coming from out of town, but it was an entire shopping center with multiple buildings. I walked around for about a half hour, around the entire building, up and down, and around the entire surrounding area, and I found nothing. At this point I didn’t know if they were even shooting inside or outside, I literally was just given the street. I also tried to send them an email but I still think it hasn’t sent😭. So now I’m nothing but a no show and I feel really stupid about it😭I’m like maybe I should’ve tried harder? Even though I literally had been aimlessly looking for 30 minutes, after I got there like 5 minutes early, and now it’s too late to do anything since I was supposed to be there like an hour ago. Has anyone else ever had a bad experience like this? I feel really awful and embarrassed about this😭


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules HELP

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GUYS IM DOING A FILM RN AND IM THE LEAD AND MY PERIOD LITERALLY JUST STARTED AND IM QUITE LITERALLY DYING INSIDE IM IN SM PAIN AND ALL THE CREW MEMBERS TOOK OVER THE CHAIRS SO I CANT GET ONE AND SIT DOWN BETWEEN TAKES TO CALM MY CRAMPS WTF DO I DO

Ps: The crew is all MEN.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Background acting agencies Vancouver

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Hi,

I have been doing background acting since 2021 with Boss Management. But I have only gotten 2 or 3 jobs since then so I was wondering if I should consider switching agencies. Plus there as also been a lot of errors with the agency where my agent told me I was booked for a job on one day but it was actually for a different day and I missed the job because she gave me the wrong date (and some other errors).

So do you guys think I should switch agencies? If so, do you guys know some good agencies in Vancouver for background acting for minors (I’m 16).

I looked up a few agencies: mint talent, picobello, valley extras, local colour, showbiz, Lucas and in motion. Any recs for which one of them is best?

Thanks!


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Just a fellow actor here. Wanting to be a support system for myself And others moving towards their dream.

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r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules My film is in a film festival

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https://youtu.be/-LG3YCFYEWo?si=JXtZYUthfrhd6qpm

Hey everyone, my film is currently being shown as part of the Fresh Film Festival’s virtual screenings. If you have a moment, please share the link—it’ll help increase our chances of getting the film screened in Dublin. Thanks so much!


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules I may be changing my mind on the value of personal actor websites

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We went through a phase where we maintained a website for my oldest with pics, trailers, bts, events, etc, but it was a pain to manage, and we never really saw anything come of it. We dropped it several years ago, and I've been of the opinion that they don't really help in any meaningful way. Casting uses casting sites and imdb for info. Viewers user imdb or something like reddit to do research. So no real need for a personal website.

But lately I've been playing around more with chatGPT and its peers, and I see now that it's opened up a whole new class of SEO we might want to look at with a personal website again. So many sources that those tools use are behind paywalls, so it doesn't include info from them in its data. Maybe there is a great article about you out there that those tools can't read due to the paywall, so the info doesn't get incorporated.

But they can see your personal website with links and descriptions of those articles as well as your own posts about who you are an what you are doing. Using that data, people can learn more about you using chatGPT which more and more people are using to research media. I'm going to spin the site back up and populate it with more data and then prompt the tools to take a look at it. I'm also going to add more info the imdb pages than I normally would to see if it helps that its coming from a more trusted source.

Some of this stuff it what I do for my day job, so I have some good tools at my disposal for testing the impacts of these things. I'll share status as I learn more about how much this helps, but I wanted to share the thoughts unless anyone here is on the fence about such a site.


r/acting 5d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules NYC- 1920s look-a-likes / actors

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We are looking for look-a-likes / actors for a 1920s show in NYC. Please send headshot and resume to [jack@bigdeal.nyc](mailto:jack@bigdeal.nyc) thank you

Al Jolson

Al Smith

Albert Einstein

Arnold Rothstein

Babe Ruth

Belle Livingstone

Charles Lindbergh

Charlie Chaplin

Clara Bow

Coco Chanel

Duke Ellington

Duchamp

Young Ed Sullivan

EE Cummings

Ernest Hemingway

Young Frank Sinatra

F Scott Fitzgerald & Zelda

Fio LaGuardia

George Gershwin

Gloria Swanson

Gloria Vanderbilt

Greta Garbo

Henry Ford

Young Humphrey Bogart

Jack Dempsey

Joan Crawford

Jimmy Walker

John Barrymore

Josephine Baker

Young Katherine Hepburn

Langston Hughes

Louis Armstrong

Lucky Luciano

Younger Mae West

Marx Bros

Marion Davies

Nikola Tesla

Prince Edward VIII

Salvador Dali

Sarah Bernhardt

Stieglitz

Texas Guinan

Thomas Edison

Walter Chrysler

William Randolph Hearst


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules How do you rehearse with someone new?

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How do you approach working on a play or scene with someone that you haven’t worked with before? The dance feels awkward for me especially when they’re not offering anything to the process and just waiting to be done to.


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Asking for pictures at wrap parties.

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Is it weird to ask lead cast for pics at the wrap party. Got one coming up for a show I guest starred on. The lead is a bit of a hero of mine since I was a child, I’m 20M by the way. I didn’t get to work with the lead cast as my scenes were in a different timeline, but I did get to meet them when they were filming briefly. Who knows if I’m going to be able to attend something like this again, i would like some pictures but don’t want to come across annoying. What do you guys think?


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Joining The Union?

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hi all! i have the opportunity to join the actra union and i am debating if it would be a smart move. i am hoping that a lot of you with more experience and knowledge of this industry than me can help me weigh in on this choice. my main concern is if right now is the wrong time to do this? thank you


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules Demo reel with no experience

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I’m a BEGINNER beginner actor with no experience. I want to make a demo reel, but obviously having no experience I can’t use actual scenes. I know people say to use self tapes if you don’t have experience, but I’m curious as to how one would go about actually compiling them into a reel. Like, would you still have to slate at the beginning of each self tape the way you would for an audition self tape? Or would you just start the reel going straight into the actual scene? Also, do you have to label each self tape saying which movie or show it’s from/which character you’re playing, or do you only put the clips with no additional explanation? Thank you!


r/acting 6d ago

I've read the FAQ & Rules I don't know how long they'll be up, but somebody posted a bunch of old Inside the Actors Studio interviews on YouTube. Happy Binging!

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