ASK & DISCUSS

Hi Shooters!

This forum has been very helpful to me in the past so I was wanting a quick word of advice from anybody who has worked with actors under 16. My upcoming film has one…

An interesting point Paddy. I think it underlines the fact these regional 'by-laws' are not in fact Law. Actual Law does not vary from one region of England and Wales to another, …

We are auditioning actors to join our agency cooperative. If you meet the criteria below and are interested in collaborating with a professional group of actors representing ours…

Hi Allan, the email to send spotlight links etc to is in the initial post at the top of this thread - carey@actingatbubbleandsqueak.com

I am currently looking for a personable autocue operator with their own kit who would be available for hire for one day (likely to be a Sunday) at a London location, working with …

Hiya, I'm based out in Bath but have a DSLR-suitable reflective glass autocue system. I've trained half a dozen operators and readers in the past. If it's any help, PM me ;-)

This is also something which has come up on our contract regarding becoming her agent so same thing again, in that respect, really. I've read in some places that you can phone up …

Under 16's don't have NI. Anyone under 16 can have a tax liability and therefore a tax reference. You can register them for tax, and their gaurdian or agent would have a mandate t…

I am wondering if there is a set template and protocol specifically for contracts concerning singers of original film soundtracks as opposed to the set template for actors/actress…

I have some experience self-shooting for TV companies but would like to develop my skill with the camera informally so am willing to help out with small projects if needed.

Hi George - I too am looking to build up my portfolio and have some ideas for ads, videos, short films/docs which I'd love to get your help on. Please email me on cindy@thisiscind…

Recently I've been doing a favour for some friends and shooting their comedy sketches.

One of the problems I have is this:
When there are 2 characters performing dialogue, unless…

I think if you are acting off camera with a fellow actor, you should give them enough respect to give them something to work with. Unfortunately, you can't always expect this when…

We are looking for technical-creative and acting talent in the Peterborough/East Midlands Region.

We are not casting for any production at this time, but merely seeking people wh…

I am looking for a new head shot photographer. Can anybody recommend someone in the London area?

This actor is also a photographer: http://www.joncampling.com/ I saw a picture he made of another actor and it was good indeed.

Hello everyone

I am a recent graduate from Lamda and i am looking to make a showreel,i would ideally like my showreel to be of very good quality (Picture/sound/lighting) i am not…

I can help you out Guy.
Send me a message and we can discus what I'm able to do.

I need 30-40 extras for a house party shoot for a short film, but we haven't got the budget to pay any more than food expenses. It'll probably be around 3 hours of filming in Lond…

You could also try City Lit drama department and drama schools - might be happy to get the experience of working on a film set.

I'm in the early stages of producing a short sic-fi set in a dystopian desert future. We're planning the shoot to last for 2 weeks in Morocco in May, but really need advice on how…

Nice one Robert! Air-out-of tires as general sand dunes fix is uber helpful. thanks.

One of my children are looking to audition for drama schools next year in hope of becoming an actor. With audition and course fees running so high nowadays, I'm wondering if any o…

The best route is auditions and perfecting your craft.

We know some very talented youngsters at the local secondary school. It's a normal secondary school, but they take time af…

I want to work with actors at a read through and have been advised to get them to sign a non-disclosure agreement, to protect my script. I understand NDAs are usually used when ac…

Exactly - without a reasonable threat, well, it's a bit of paper.

I will be in Japan for a couple of months and have some documentary film work lined up. In addition I would like to film a few scenes for a film if possible. Anyone know where or …

Actors/ Writers and Film Makers will all contribute to the Folkestone Story.............How about it?
Maidstone,Ashford, Canterbury,Dover/Deal,Whitstable, Faversham,Thanet and Med…

Hey Brian,

Long time no hear. I'd love to come to Folkestone if I wasn't trapped in London. Hope you're well buddy. I'd love to hear from you again as have a few projects that y…

Does anyone know of any Industry showcases for actors in the London area. Ones where the turn is quite good. I have done a couple in this past year and the turnout was quite poor.…

Monologue Slam at the Theatre royal Stratford East is very good.It's £5 to auditions, that;s it. Packed theatre and lots of industry heads - tough competition on auditioning thoug…

I have been asked to provide a voice over presentation and wondered how you go about it. I have the voice but know little else about Script for this particular genre, publicising…

Hi Russ, feel free to listen to by voice reels if it gives you an idea: www.voices.com/people/deborahklayman and click on demos.

If it is a voice reel you need you will need to s…

I'm offering to shoot showreel material for actors in exchange for them working as expenses-only assistants, extras and possibly actors on a project of my own that I'll be filming…

Dear Alwyne,
What a wonderful opportunity. I would love to collaborate and would happily offer help on your other projects. I am an actor and keen to get more showreel material bu…

Brainwash is an art exhibition happening in November 2014. We are shooting a documentary video interview and are looking for actors, extras, artists (or anyone!) who is happy to t…

Socrates never had to put up withTV reality and some films. People who could write didn't use writing for cheap fun.
TV doesn't damage our life but some programmes do.

I really need help to kickstart my carrier. I'm taking a gap year to gain experience in acting especially in movies because this is something I've always dreamed of. If any recomm…

As well as all the usual actory things (auditions, beseeching agents) I'd suggest networking like mad, esp where producer, directors, crew and writers might be found. The easiest …

I've written a feature-length film, that I also act in as well, and have spoken to an executive that works for the company I'd like to produce it, but I want to appear professiona…

It's so closed a community now I think their only way is to marry their offspring.

Hi, Everyone.

I directed a short film called 'Hired Guns' using one location with four actors.

Hired Guns is about two hit men hired to retrieve a missing brief case. We jump in…

Jan - You sir have the right attitude.
“If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always gotten. ” - Anthony Robbins

Peter - "Just you and a couple of mates prob…

Hi all

I run a small acting group (4 members) where we are currently working on a play with a view to perform it later this year (this will be a free showcase of the work). It's …

I'm London based and I'd be interested in coming along. I am out of the country until Sept 17th though, if this isn't a problem then please let me know.

I mainly write and am working on a feature script at the moment with some short films lined up, hoping to be made one day. I also don't mind doing some acting and basically doing …

Dear Marks :) thanks for your responses. Could you please join the meetup group if you are interested in attending the meetups. http://www.meetup.com/LetsMakeASceneLondon/events/1…