Thinking of trying acting!
Don't want to bore anyone that reads this so I will keep it short and to the point.
I am 35, male, from outside Glasgow. No acting experience, did a few modeling projects when I was a teen for friends college projects and such and took part in things like "The Young Americans" project. I have worked in many stable jobs but I constantly feel like there is something missing.
I believe it is that I have never truly been able to be creative as a person and while I can't explain it, there is something alluring about acting, specifically TV and film but also even voice acting. I understand I am not going to be a star but I suppose if others can down tools and try something new with their life then why can't I?
Trouble is I have no actual experience or ways into the industry and all the messages out there seem, well, off. So I suppose I have come to Reddit as there always seems to be someone who knows something or can give good advice.
I am basically looking for someone to help me understand how I get into the industry, I specifically am in Scotland but I don't drive so can travel for things as needed. What's the best ideas or routes to take to actually try and give this a shot?
Any help would be appreciated either on this or DM me.
Thank you for your time.
Posted Jan 27, 2026, 1:50 PM UTC