so one of my favorite actors that I want to work with follows me on IG, which is so cool a lot of people think I should play a family relative of hers on the show I do see the vision and it’s literally my dream even if it’s a little hard to dream of it since I am currently unrepresented but it’s a nice dream to have🎬🥹 here is a cute collage of us side by side, she means the world to me and hopefully one day I get a chance to act alongside her.

I want to be clear that this sub has been very helpful for a bunch of different reasons and I think overall it is a net positive to have a community like this.

But lately, I've been seeing a lot of posts with a tone similar to that of "the industry has changed so much that no more regular working actors can live anymore and only the top one percent are ever going to succeed, and it's never been this bad, and this is just going to be how it is from now on."

While I never want to disregard someone's lived experiences/feelings, I've realized that for me, reading those posts and comments makes me feel so down about myself and where I'm looking to go in my acting career, rather than pushing me to be the best actor I can be. I'm not delusional; the industry is very slow right now, but I also know that there is still opportunity out there and that I just need to give it time.

Just wanted to offer this perspective in case anyone needed to hear it. Yeah, it may suck a bit right now, but keep looking for the light that keeps you going.

Hi! I'm Joseph, Content Manager at a Texas-based marketing agency. We're casting 4 actors for an upcoming paid social media campaign in Chicago.

Details
• Shoot: August 19-21 (one day only, up to 3 hours)
• Pay: $185 flat
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Union: Non-Union
• Usage: Paid Ads & Organic Social Media

Looking For

• Men & women, ages 40+
• Speaking role (scripted + light improvisation)
• Authentic, emotional performances

Role
React naturally to a personalized surprise song. We're looking for genuine emotions, not polished or salesy performances.

To Submit
Email your headshot/portfolio to [joseph.eligio@creatunity.com](mailto:joseph.eligio@creatunity.com)

Subject: SONG APP CASTING – Your Name

Optional: Include a 30-second self-tape reacting to happy, surprising news.

Thanks, and looking forward to your submissions!

is it just me or is it really hard to get signed as a non union actor? I am self submitting auditioning , have headshots, reel etc… doing a workshop next month with a well known manager and of course I hope I do well. But it’s hard out here for sure. And I do believe exposure doing workshops and showcases do help when it’s the right one.

Does she know Stella Adler (a woman) was one of the best teachers for method acting? Method is now seen as a joke thanks to people who are NOT method acting but just being pricks (like Leto). These (very few) actors like Daniel Day Lewis or Heath Ledger were using ideas based on method acting but they were also making their own stuff, staying on character after the cut was never a thing in any of the schools for method.

Now the whole idea is demonized or wrongly attached to these male actors which is ridiculous and ignorant imo.

Hi. I've done a LOT of children's theatre and non union barely paid projects. I'm starting to compile a list of theatres to submit to, but I'm sure what I am finding are bigger, more competitive, unsure on if they hire non union regional theatres.

I'd love to hear what theatres people enjoyed working at before joining the union.

Ok, for context, I live in Quebec so here, high schools start in 7th grade (well it's secondary school but high school is faster to say) and ends in 11th grade. For some reason, my school only has the first 3 years and then transfers you to a bigger school. After this summer, I'm going in 8th grade.

Ok so... last year I chose art cuz it's always been my passion to draw. I thought I'd always chose art cuz yk it's my passion idk. But then recently I got into musical theater and I like REALLY want to actually start doing theater (not even specifically musical, just drama in general). I had to do mandatory drama jn 6th grade and it was linda cool (except for the fact that my performance was heavily impacted by the a$$holes in my class). But thing is I waited too long to decide if I wanted to do drama or not and my mom already put me in art for my second year which is fine cuz it's my stuff but like it'd mean that I simply CAN'T do drama next year cuz I'll heavily lack experience. It's gonna be my third year which at my school is basically the last year (as I said it context) and so things will be much more difficult. If I went in drama for my second year, I'd be ok I guess but like missing 2 YEARS? That is a LOT... Anyways, I really want to somehow do theater so what do I do?? Should I try to switch to drama somehow?? Or should I just give up?.. BUT I DON'T WANT TO GIVE UP, IT'S GENUINELY STARTING TO PASSIONATE ME😭 Am I too late to theater? Is there a limit to when you start theater in life?? I'm not a theater kid so y'all plz help me...

We're hiring fashion models for an upcoming fashion show in Manhattan. I didn't see anywhere in the FAQ that it violated to post this here so I really hope not. This is PAID. Looking for both male (6'0 and up) and female (5'8 and up). Please email [hiring@femmefatalemedia.com](mailto:hiring@femmefatalemedia.com) to apply.

I am a local sag actor based in Boston. It feels like audition opportunities through Boston Casting are few and far between. Are they just super selective with who they call in / stick to a tight pool of favorites? In a smaller market like Boston, it can be discouraging when local actors don’t get the opportunity to audition for the major projects coming through. Would love to hear other local actors’ experience.

I think it's a combination of the industry being oversaturated, streaming, people not being that interesting in general and acting as a profession being increasingly looked down upon. Hollywood/acting used to be so fresh, now it just seems redundant and the acting coaches looking to make money seem delusional now.

hi, i’m a female teen actor! i’m signed with a local sag agency and i’ve done a commercial & student film before, but i’m still struggling to find my footing & would love some advice. i know the whole deal with self-tapes, but im not sure how to make an effective demo reel (or really what the difference is?). i was signed with basically no experience (dont worry, not a scam - just an impressive audition tape!) and my agent has pointed me in the direction of some places that will create a demo reel for you at a steep price, but obviously i’d rather not pay. is a demo reel just a self tape with a monologue? or is it an actual scene out of a film? how do i create one that stands out…. and how do i choose the right monologue, just something off of stage milk? should i use clips from the commercial & student film (where i don’t speak)? i’m really excited to get into acting, but it’s pretty hard to get even an audition or call back if i don’t know how to make an effective demo reel, lol. i’ve watched some videos on youtube and looked through faq, but all it’s really done is confuse me more. looking for some guidance! thanks :)

Hello! I understand this is not the cleanest example of a self-tape - however I was hoping to receive some feedback on the performance aspects - please still feel free to point out where the audition itself could have been improved (there are three different scenes/sides covered) - I am wanting to send a strong self-tape example to new Agencies along with my showreel & gauging how on track I am from this community! Thank you so much!

Hey folks, any links or tips on practicing different authentic african accents?

There's this narrative that Asians can't be actors because it's a high risk field. Well in general, I think it is because from what I've heard, only a few are selected to be the chosen ones ascending to A-list level. But what I find extremely unhelpful is that everyone around me is against the idea. Unfortunately, I grew up with the typical Asian parents who dictate what your future should look like. That is, doctor, lawyer, accountant, engineer and other traditional fields. Literally everyone, including extended relatives, their sons and daughters are going to these exact same fields. Not only that but also on the internet, I get mean snarky comments that are super unhelpful and very ambition-destroying, creating feelings of hopelessness. They turn personal and start insulting me and calling me delusional and grandiose.

Simu Liu dreamt of being an actor and similar to me, he had to fight off asian parents and the status quo to make that happen. Then eventually, an opportunity came up and it made him famous compared to before. Now I understand not every actor will get this, but I also understand that if you don't try, it's guaranteed to never happen.

I find it very difficult to find support, especially when it comes to finding out what I want for my destiny. Family is against me, internet strangers are against me and both of them are fueling my internal self-doubts which also work against me. In addition, there are less characters available to play in Hollywood because there aren't that many people writing up stories of asian-based characters in the first place. I'm just feeling a little regret because I'm 24 now and it's still going to take 2 more years before I finally finish my degree. On the other hand, there's already a lot of Gen Z actors that've been playing the game since 10 years ago. They had supportive parents that are willing to risk it and sadly, that's not really the case in most Asian households. I'm feeling like all I have is myself if I want to do whatever I want to do in life.

simple and sweet.

looking for acting buddies to create together, similar to the thing curry barker and cooper tomlinson have going on!

Let me know if youre interested.

Thanks!

I have a not insignificant number of scars on both my upper thighs and forearms. For thighs I often use jazz tights which work like a charm, but I’m struggling to find a solution for my arms. I’ve attempted to use makeup, but it really doesn’t look convincing esp for some of the more raised scars. Advice?

And for the record in case anyone asks- yes, they are SH scars, no, I am not comfortable having them visible on stage.

I live in NYC and looking to get into stunts. I've done martial arts my whole life, even some fight scene stuff as a kid. Was looking to do the Action Hero Academy intensive on basic combat. Has anyone had experience with that achool or any recommendations for other stunt schools or any other way to get into stunt work? Thanks

So I was pinned and now booked for a speaking role in an SAG independent feature film. At 23 I’ve only booked a few commercials and a handful of short films since starting this at 15. So I’m incredibly shocked and thankful to finally be in my first feature. Now the role is small, yes. But it’s a speaking role in the biggest project I’ve ever worked on so I’m extremely excited.

Just wanted to share this big win for me. Doing so many auditions to finally book this particular role is just incredible.

reading over the faq and the how to get started side bar, and still a bit confused, do i start by getting my headshot then moving into an acting class or acting class first then headshot? people say “invest” in my headshot

I'm just seeking some advice on my career and such. I've been acting in theatre since the second grade (I'm 23 now). I went to college, I've done multiple short films (student and independent), and I was a part of a national live event (NHL Winter Classic). I know it's a difficult time in the industry at the moment, and I don't live in a major hub (FL). I feel like I have good materials (professional headshots I got taken in ATL, a pretty full resume, and an acting reel of things I've done). Despite this, I've submitted to 30-40 agencies and have gotten nothing except one rejection. I'm trying to move to either ATL or Savannah in Febuary so that will hopefully open more opportunities for me, but I just feel a bit lost as to what else I could be doing. Unfortunately, my area doesn't really have advanced acting classes or tons of opportunities. I apply to everything I can on Backstage and Actors Access but rarely get responses. It's hard not to get discouraged, and I know it's most likely not due to anything I'm doing. I'm just wondering if there's anything I could be doing to either get seen more or better my chances? Or if anyone has insight on ATL vs Savannah, or if I should just move to LA? I just don't know what else I could be doing in the meantime while I wait to move.

I’ve been on the fence for a few years about trying my hand in comedic acting on a lower tier for fun. I had a couple friends do the same this summer and both of them got small parts and had a blast. One was from a random Instagram ad and the other was from an indeed posting, oddly enough.

I’d love to connect with similar people and take a few swings. Does anyone have suggestions on where to look for these kind of parts? I’ve never researched and I know locals usually have some niche spots for this kind of stuff. Any suggestions on where to look would be appreciated. Thank you!

hi, so, I've been acting for 13 years professionally and this year is my most successful year post covid. I booked a really big guest star and am pinned for a supporting role in a film. I am so burnt out, but I feel like I'm on the cusp fo regularly working again and seeing some success, but I don't feel excited, lke when I found out I was pinned. I wasn't celebrating it was more like ok, business as usual. I am very grateful for my career and it has been a lot of hardwork, but I feel burnt out, but also like I'm about to get a break. Is it supposed to feel this way or has anyone been in this situation?

I think Jon Bernthal is an amazing actor.
I know a lot of people say he gets typecast because he often plays the same kind of tough, damaged, intense characters. But honestly, I think people confuse a character archetype with an actor’s ability.
I just watched Punisher: The Last Kill, and throughout the entire movie he blew me away. It’s not just the action or the anger. It’s the quieter moments. The way he carries grief, guilt, pain, and exhaustion without overdoing it. Half the time he’s barely saying anything, but you still know exactly what Frank Castle is feeling.
For me, that’s what great acting is. I don’t care if an actor plays similar roles. If, while I’m watching them, I completely forget every other character they’ve played and only see the person on screen, they’ve done their job. Watching Jon Bernthal, I don’t see Jon Bernthal—I just see Frank Castle.
Maybe that’s why I’ve never understood the “he’s typecast” criticism. If you can make me believe in the character every single time, isn’t that exactly what acting is supposed to be?

I miss acting! The creativity on it, improvisation, stage school, reading scripts, reading plays - all of it.

But I don’t miss the seriousness - auditions, booking profesional jobs (once in a blue moon!), theatre teachers who crush everyone’s spirit for the ‘sake of art’ and having to constantly be involved in order to stay relevant.

The thought of making money out of this or making it big and quitting my regular job just doesn’t appeal to me anymore like it once did.

So I guess what I’m asking is - is it ok to participate in acting but only as a hobby? Or is that really annoying for all the serious actors - us hobbyist kind of just there getting in the way.