by heather (uk) QUESTION: I am hoping to set up my actors agency in the next few months and I am wondering where I can get help in terms of drafting a contract for my actors? ANSWER: In the US, there are many requirements one must fill to open an acting agency. Acting agents in […]
Category: Q&A
Questions and Answers
QUESTION: I want to break into voice-overs. How do I go about getting an agent in NYC? ANSWER: For voice-over work, I would recommend you create a demo CD with all the different voices you can do (one voice per track), then get a copy of “Ross Reports” where all the New York Talent Agencies […]
by Kathy (United States) QUESTION: My daughter is a BFA student that graduates in 2010. She has asked me if I would be her manager. Does one need to be licensed? If so, what do I need to do? What is the difference between an acting agent and an acting manager? Thank you in advance. […]
Should I lie about my age?
by Ryan (Henderson Nevada) QUESTION: Hi, im 23 and am planning on moving to L.A to act once i’ve saved up enough money but am worried that my age is going to hold me back if i give it. I look young and if shaven i can pass for a 16-17 year old. Should i […]
by Tara (Texas) QUESTION: I have three talent agencies wanting to meet my son and I was wondering if it is professional to let them know that we have other agencies that are interested in meeting my son before we sign him with an agent. Thank You,Tara ANSWER: Yes, there’s nothing wrong with telling an […]
Starting Acting at 52
QUESTION: Im an older male who is often told that I look from 5 to 10 years younger than I am. That gives me confidence that I have more opportunity to work and some kind of range. I have been recently getting extra work and have even been moved into featured extra roles. I want […]
by Anne (Southern California) QUESTION: I’m almost 19, I’m 5’11, I have a nice figure(I weigh 135 pounds) and I’ve been always told that I’m very beautiful. Not that I’ve ever believed it. I’ve never given something like acting much thought, because I’m not naïve, I know it’s a tough industry to break into….and I’ve […]
Is 45 too late to get started?
by MariaSofia Tonino (Long Beach, NY USA) QUESTION: I have been acting, singing and dancing for most of my life. Sadly my life took some very bad turns and I veered way off track for a very long time. I am now 45 years old and trying very hard to heal from my past and […]
Confidence problems
by Emily (England ) QUESTION: I really would like to be an actress but I have problems speaking or doing anything except sports in front of people this is why I never audition for school plays or musicals is there any good tips or ways to gain confidence? ANSWER: The best thing is just to […]
by Leigh (NJ ) QUESTION: I am 30 years old now, and have always dreamed of being an actress. What steps would I need to take to make that happen? Am I too old now ? ANSWER: You’re never too old to follow your dreams, I think. It’s true that it’s harder for women to […]