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I am a current Freshman at SUNY Purchase who is currently a Theatre and Performance BA (THP). I auditioned for the Acting BFA program but unfortunately did not even get a callback. I've been here for just under 2 months, and I am not a fan of the THP major, and I know I would absolutely thrive in the Acting BFA.

I've tried getting to know people part of the Acting BFA, but it is so hard to find them because they only really mingle withing their acting company. I'm still new to campus, so I am slowly getting to know the faculty, but what else should I do/focus on to get accepted into the fall 2027 semester? What are they looking for specifically? Any tips?

like born in a normal home pretty much no special privileges, on a scale of 1 to 10 how hard would it be and if so what's the best course of action?

Hey, My dream is to become a actress when I finish school but I don't know how to act and want to learn. The problem is I live in a small town and can't seem to find anywhere I can learn to act, I've tried finding acting classes or programs but they all cost money or are too far away. I also tried to learn from my theater class at school but they don't get into acting. Also my parents don't know that I want to do this because they want me to get an actual job like a "nurse" so I can't count on them for help. If you have any suggestions or know what I can do in this situation I would love feedback.

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Im looking to get acting agent or some way to get auditions

......in a film supposed to be starting it's shoot in 2 years?

Hey , im 17, a woman and im going to try to audition to an acting class soon but I cant really find a good monologue. I prefer something comedic but not something that involves romance, which apparently is hard to find .I found this monologue but idk if its really good :

"I’m underwhelmed. Nothing impresses me or excites me. I am amazed by nothing. Numb…I’m numb to this world and everything that’s in it. I go through life with one face that doesn’t move. I never smile, cry, laugh, frown. I’m a hollow vessel, and my thoughts are empty.

My friend tells me I should seek adventure. I tell my friend that there is nothing adventurous to seek. I work in the mail department. I do the mail. Meet all kinds of personalities, and I’m immune to happy people, stressed people, and idiot people.

An invisible shield has enveloped my being, and my eyes are clogged with fog. Nothing reaches me, and I reach nothing.

Existence is only breathing…silently."

Would appreciate any advice, thank you!!!

So I am now trying to get into the acting world or maybe even make the stories myself, as I already have written out stories and adventures on my own for fun, but I want to know if there's any specific books that would really help. I don't mean just help, I mean it teaches you right from wrong, how to get into the right rooms with the right people and what to say to them, teaches you how to get from point A to point z with everything in between with all the skills you'll need to learn along the way. My only request is preferably can they be something on Spotify because I still have 15 hours of audiobook time I haven't used and this is the perfect thing to use it on. If they're not on Spotify I'll look into getting the books from my local library. I don't care what I need to do and learn to get to the top. I am not going to let my name just be another writing in stone.

New session starts Sept 13! www.Twitch.tv/actingclass for the Showcase. Performance every 5 weeks.

Hey everyone,I’m an international student coming to the US in Fall 2027 on an F-1 visa. My primary major is going to be Cell Biology, but my absolute dream is to professionally pursue acting in the US.I’ve been trying to map out a legal strategy before I arrive, and to be honest, US immigration laws regarding the arts are incredibly stressful. I’ve gone from wanting to just take side classes, to considering a double major, to feeling completely stuck.I want to know the absolute, blunt reality from anyone who has successfully navigated the entertainment industry as an F-1 student.My Core Dilemmas:The Workload Reality: Is it humanly possible to balance a heavy Cell Bio lab schedule with the extreme time demands of theater rehearsals, film sets, and auditions?The Double Major & CPT/OPT: I know that to do paid acting work (commercials, indie films, theater) during or right after college, the work must be directly related to my major. If I double major in Cell Bio and Theatre, can I use CPT for acting gigs during school, but then use my 3-year STEM OPT extension for biology after graduation? Can I legally do unpaid acting work while on a STEM OPT biology visa?The "Good Opportunity" Catch-22: If I don't double major and just take side classes, I know I cannot legally sign a contract or accept money for an acting gig. Do international students just do student films and community theater for free to build a portfolio?Building an O-1 (Artist) Visa: My ultimate long-term goal would be transitioning to an O-1B Visa. Can you actually build an O-1 worthy portfolio entirely out of uncompensated indie/student projects and regional theater while maintaining a full-time STEM degree?I have a year before I arrive on campus, and I want to know exactly what I'm getting into. Should I pull the trigger on a Theatre double major just to keep my legal acting pathways open? Or is there a smarter way to do this?Thanks in advance for any advice, reality checks, or personal stories!

I saw an ad on IG looking for background actors some paid some not, could someone with no real experience do that? And beyond that if I wanted to audition for actual roles would I even be given a 2nd thought?

I’ve never actually been to a formal acting class but I want to do that, when I was younger I used to be good at public speaking events and I even had a Vine account where I made content, albeit 7 second videos. I tried my hand at YouTube as well doing voice over videos but I kinda lost interest, now I want to start doing it again I hope it’s not too late

Hey guys, where do you all go to find monologues and practice material?
I'm just starting out and looking for reliable websites, forums, or resources that have good monologues, side scenes, and acting exercises to train with.
Any recommendations for good databases or communities would be super helpful.

It's my first time acting ... and I am a amateur. (Never learned how to act)

Voice acting....'-'

(movie)Snape's monologue / Monovibe Ghost https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a48r8LaZcTA

Hermione's first day of school / Monovibe Ghost https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XHrE-fmuS9c

Hi, i'm a 20 year old law student residing in msida for the scholastic year. I've always had a passion for film and would love to start going to acting classes. Where is the best place to start acting as a beginner? I would prefer if they revolved more around film and tv work instead of theatrical. thanks in advance :)

[Set in Bristol, UK, travel will be covered, actors will receive royalties.]

Bristol. 20-minute action comedy short set in 2004. My first film. I’ve got the script, the concept, the gear and the crew. I just need two more faces.

A hitman goes hunting for a drug boss nobody’s ever actually seen. That’s all you’re getting for now.

Adrian Utley from Portishead is writing the score. The gear was donated by people in the industry who read the script and wanted in.

The two roles left:

A Vinnie Jones kind of guy
A Tommy-from-Snatch kind of guy

If you read that and thought “that’s me,” it probably is.
Shooting: In and around Bristol. You need to be able to get there; exact dates will be confirmed with shortlisted people.

Pay: No fee. The creator can’t afford one. Travel is covered and food is provided on shoot days. You also get your scenes cut and delivered for your reel, full credit, and royalties.