acting................?
Q. I live in the U.S. and want to start an acting career. i have no idea were to start. i went to an audition to John Robert Powers and got in but it costs too much so i had to drop out. i dont know what way to go to pursue my dream. HELP PLZ!
Asked by chellie - Sun Dec 31 17:42:00 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Anyone who sees this please answer the question in the Books & Authors sections titled: 'Excerpt from "The Lord of the Flies"?' please.
Answered by i need help - Sun Dec 31 17:50:44 2006

How do I start an acting career when I'm still in High School?
Q. I'm a seventeen year old high school student and I am extremely interested in becoming an actress. I took an Acting Workshop class at my school two years ago and I got a 90% A and the teacher said I have "Stage Precense". I've been interested in Acting as a career since I was five or six years old. So, my question is this: What should I do to pursue a career in acting? I live on Long Island (close to NYC). Should I print up a resume now and take headshots after February (when I get my braces off) and then go on auditions over the summer? My aunt says I should go to college, which I want to, but I want to make sure I've exhausted every effort to become an actress first. So should I take a year off to pursue acting and then go to college? [cont.]
Asked by mighty* :] - Sun Dec 31 18:18:27 2006 - - 3 Answers - 2 Comments

A. You should go to college, but there are performing arts schools. Or while your in college, check out if there are any local productions or the theatre club. There is a way to get your education and be an actress and I'm sure many of the performing arts schools will give you the foundation to get your career off the ground.
Answered by di12381 - Sun Dec 31 18:27:01 2006

What are some acting exercises that you can do at home in order to strengthen your acting abilities?
Q. What are some things that you can do at home if you're in the middle of nowhere and you can't afford to go to an acting class?
Asked by Soph Soph the Soap Master. - Wed Aug 19 14:44:07 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You said it sister! well first off, you should go on the internet and seach "scripts", pick one out, pick a character that you'd want to be, then get someone else to work with you (as a different character). After u guys act out part of the script, u can ask the other person what u could do to make it more "believable". and keep practicing!
Answered by Samantha - Sat Aug 22 00:53:31 2009

How to persue an acting and singing career?
Q. I have been wanting to Act and sing ever since I was way young. Im taking acting and singing classes while being in plays and concerts in and outside of school. I am planning on pursuing it while working very hard after I graduate high school. I was just wondering though, with all the big celebrities that we see and hear of today, is that what they did to help pursue their career? What else did they do if you know? Thanks!
Asked by SummerRain - Mon Jul 7 23:11:47 2008 - - 5 Answers - 3 Comments

A. That's awsome that your doing all ur school plays and everything, so keep that up. Some steps you need to take would be getting your headshots, and then finding an agent. Some acting schools bring in agents to search for talent, or there are now development centers that can help you find an agent. The agent will send you to auditions with casting directors and hopefully they will hire you. Then you just pretty much try your best to work your way up from there. As for singing, a few musicians have gotten discovered by making demo tapes and sending them to record companies. You really just want to sing anywhere you can get a gig, anywhere anyone will see you- its always a new chance to be discovered, such as school plays, talents shows,… [cont.]
Answered by Kaley - Mon Jul 7 23:30:01 2008

What stops you from acting on your bad and evil thoughts?
Q. What stops you? I know you want to act on them so bad. I know you have bad thoughts. So what is stopping you? What is stopping me and you from acting on our thoughts? Don't you hate this planet?
Asked by Andre J - Thu Jun 5 10:21:05 2008 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Causes produce effects. I have experienced that often enough that I try to avoid hurtful causes.
Answered by Generalist - Thu Jun 5 12:02:37 2008

What is the magnitude of the force acting east on the object?
Q. A 0.83 kg mass is observed to accelerate at 11.49 m/s2 in a direction 28.0 north of east. There is a force directed north acting on the object and a force directed east acting on the object. What is the magnitude of the force acting east on the object?
Asked by Frank - Sat Oct 24 21:03:14 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Newtonian mechanics
Answered by David - Wed Oct 28 14:49:27 2009

How should a dog be acting after they given birth?
Q. Does anyone know of a website where i can go to find out information on the way they should be acting? I have an appointment for the vet tomorrow, but am alittle worry about how she acting. Can anyone help?
Asked by Carina A - Wed Jul 16 14:17:14 2008 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you are worried, take her to the vet NOW. Don't mess around with this.
Answered by DaBasset *do not feed trolls* - Wed Jul 16 14:24:04 2008

How can I start my acting career?
Q. I am 13 and just ending a play at the local theatre. In total I have done 5 plays and 2 musicals over 2 years and my school has an acting class. I want to try auditioning for films or tv but I don't know if I should take acting classes (outside of school) or if what I've done is enough to get an agent already.
Asked by Catherine H - Thu Jun 19 22:27:47 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. When you are as young as you are it is best to stick with the stage. The film and TV world is complicated and if you pay close attention you'll find that all child stars end up jaded and living misdirected lives in the long run. Wait until your of age and in the meantime be a good student on how to get things done. I would move to LA and hook up with central casting to begin with They will cast you in extra roles and you can see how that world works. You will also need good headshots to shop yourself around. This was one of the more difficult choices for me when I moved here because there are so many of them. Use these guys Just be patient keep a positive attitude and do the right thing at the right time. You'll make it.
Answered by jmacto - Mon Jun 23 13:27:15 2008

What is your best advice for my acting and writing debut?
Q. In a few weeks I may very well be writing a short play for a professional theatre company to be performed in front of 400 people at a nearby theatre. I will be attending workshops for playwrights to devise a play with a disabled theme. The playwrights will have the opportunity to act!! That means, if I have the courage, I could very well be on stage acting at a local theatre!! I am going to voluteer. Some of the actors are disabled. I especially want to hear from other people involved in theatre or who have had some experience. I have written a few plays, but not acted in a professional theatre. I will be so pleased to hear from you.
Asked by Ken the sleuth - Tue Sep 11 08:27:31 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go for it! And don't get too ahead of yourself. Just do the best you can! Confidence and Faith are the best weapons. Don't worry, all will work out just fine.
Answered by Phenomenal woman - Thu Sep 13 04:39:41 2007

Is voiceover acting something you have to be naturally good at ?
Q. Would you say that voiceover acting is something you have to just be naturally good at, or is it something anyone can grow to become good at? I'm trying to do some voiceovers for something I'm doing, I don't particularly want to since I don't talk a lot anyways, but do you think it would get much easier the more you try? Thanks. Peter. This was put after hawkthree and Kabs replies. The thing is I don't want to be an actor, I just have to do the VO as part of it.
Asked by Peter - Thu Jul 23 15:15:04 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. -The only thing you don't have a lot of control over is whether you have a voice that is in demand for voiceover's. Generally a high pitched squeaky voice won't do no matter how well you act. Like a lot of things, the ability to do voiceovers will improve with proactice.
Answered by hawkthree - Thu Jul 23 15:37:19 2009

How can I get an acting agent so I can get into the acting business?
Q. I really want to be an actress and I've heard that you need an agent to get you auditions and stuff like that. How would I go about getting one. I live in a small town and acting agents don't just come knocking on doors.
Asked by Kj - Sat Nov 7 16:17:09 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You heard wrong. Agents don't sign people who want to be actors. You need to have several years of training and experience before you can get a legitimate agent. If you have not taken acting classes and have not been cast in leading roles in school and community theater for a few years, no agent is even going to look at you. You get an agent after you have experience and are willing to move to LA or NY to advance your career.
Answered by Kittysue - Sat Nov 7 20:52:53 2009

How long should I take acting lessons before I search out an agent?
Q. How long should I take acting lessons before I start looking for an agent to help me with my passion for acting?
Asked by __A_YAHOO_USER__ - Tue Dec 8 18:58:23 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Training is a continuous thing. To get a Commercial agent, you need: -An IMPROV class -A Commercial class -An auditioning/cold reading class -And a GREAT headshot You can accomplish these things for a commercial agent in a minimum of 3 months. A theatrical agent (film/tv) can take longer (years). Most good theatrical agents won't see you unless you're SAG, have a polished resume, and a demo reel. You can get an agent multiple ways. Here are a few common ways: -Mail in an unsealed manilla envelope with a CONCISE coverletter and headshot with the resume stapled on the back. If you have a demoreel include that too. -Attend a showcase and impress them. By showcase I do not mean scammy conventions like IMTA, IPOP, Proscout, or Best New… [cont.]
Answered by TruthTeller59 - Tue Dec 8 19:08:53 2009

What should you do when you are into acting and your parents do not want to move to a big city?
Q. I'm into acting but my parents do not want to move to a big city. I want to do TV/Film and have a lot of live performance experience. How do I get this experience? Can anyone tell me any names of acting places or fim companies in Canton-Akron Ohio. Thank you for your answer in advance. Also does anyone know of a good acting school or camp?
Asked by dccnbank - Sat Nov 17 19:18:46 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Wait until you turn 18 and graduate from high school, then you can leave home and go to LA or New York on your own.
Answered by RachelS165 - Sat Nov 17 20:12:10 2007

How important is it to study acting in college to be a successful actor?
Q. How important do you think it is to study acting (i.e. be an acting/theatre/drama/perf orming arts major) in college to be a good, skillful, and successful (not in terms of becoming some major motion picture star, but in terms of knowing your craft) actor?
Asked by myfairashley - Thu Oct 19 17:07:23 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. not really that much in terms of becoming a "star" like you stated. however, it can help cultivate your talent adn possibly lnad you on broadway much easier than what it takes to be a "star." most of the tv stars and movie stars could not do plays and even get past the first round of broadway casting (ex. Vin Diesel, Ice Cube, Paris Hilton, etc.).
Answered by Trojan8408 - Thu Oct 19 17:11:16 2006

What acting activities should i get involved in this summer?
Q. I am very involved in theater. I am really good at singing and dancing, and good at acting. Whenever I audition, I usually get a callback. I try my hardest, and I think I do really well, but never get the part. To try and get better at acting to get a part, what acting activities should I get involved in this summer?
Asked by __A_YAHOO_USER__ - Wed May 6 09:44:57 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Hello Lauren. You say you are good at singing and dancing and acting too. These are great thinks that can lead you to a "career" . The only thing you should do is to be yourself, don't try very hard. Be yourself and show the world what you can do. Thank You!
Answered by Tony Montana - Wed May 6 10:05:27 2009

What are some acting camps near cleveland ohio?
Q. Me and my friend really want to become actresses. We have no experience and we want to go to some summer acting programs to help us start. Are there any near by?
Asked by Idk I - Sun Jun 29 20:53:53 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

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Answered by sfyankee - Thu Jul 3 12:45:51 2008

How do you find a reliable acting agency?
Q. I'll be in Oklahoma for a while, and I was wondering where in oklahoma you find a reliable acting agency? (please don't say "talent agencies don't want nobodies" because I have a couple credits from indie film extras and local commercials) Anyone know of any acting agencies in oklahoma?
Asked by ??? - Wed Jun 11 04:25:21 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Reliable talent (acting) agencies are usually SAG/AFTRA affiliated or franchised. You can check for SAG franchised agents here: They also take a commission (10-20%) of what you make on jobs. They shouldn't charge you any upfront fees or require you to use their photographers/classes, although they can recommend some. Here is a complete list of agents in Oklahoma: These are agents I'd recommend: Visit their websites and do a background check with Better Business Bureau. Then follow submission guidelines or send in headshot & resume. Good luck! Hope I helped! Tip: Don't go with John Robert Powers or John Casablancas. They charge huge upfront fees and don't get you anywhere. (Scams!)
Answered by FamousMF - Wed Jun 11 10:52:15 2008

What are some good acting exercises to practice for an audition for a play?
Q. I'm a freshman, and we're doing Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. I've auditioned for things before, and I figure that I should start getting used to them early as I can, to get more comfortable. What are some acting exercises I can do for practice? We're not given the script, she will randomly give us one at the auditions.
Asked by Jessica - Sat Aug 30 18:57:59 2008 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. The key thing is to relax. What I do is that I bend down completely, and slowly come back up. It'll relieve some tension in your back. Stretch out all your body parts. Neck, arms, everything to relax you. Then sit quietly for a few seconds, eyes closed. Ignore all distractions, and uncross your legs and unfold your hands and just sit there and focus on breathing. This will help relax the muscles after stretching them. Then when you get a hold of that script, just try to look over it for a second and try to get into the character the script needs you to be. You just have to feel it. Being relaxed will help.
Answered by rebekah - Sat Aug 30 20:24:38 2008

acting and commercial gigs for babies? how can i start who do i call?
Q. acting and commercial gigs for babies? how can i start who do i call? i have a lovely 7 months old daughter and who ever sees her tells me that i should put her in commercials, contests or acting . i live in seminole florida, who do i call ?
Asked by rayray - Mon Mar 27 17:44:59 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First you should start by making her a portfolio pictures of her put her in beauty pageants and call information or look through a phone book agents for children...
Answered by qtp169 - Mon Mar 27 17:49:34 2006

What are the benefits in completing a 4 year acting university?
Q. I want to major in acting, will majoring in acting help me out in TV Shows and Movies, or should I stick with the 10 year plan of becoming a plastic suregon? (which I don't want to even do) I just love acting.
Asked by The-Manny - Wed Oct 24 21:11:17 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Let's be realistic. It's very rare for people to actually make it as a tv or movie star. Chances are, its not going to happen. Given some of the poor actors and actresses we have out there making millions of dollars, it takes more than skill! I'm not saying you have to become a plastic surgeon but I think you should either a) take two majors--acting and something more practical or b) major in something practical and minor in acting. After all, there is a chance you will have to take out loans and you will need to be able to find a good job after college. If acting doesn't work out, there isn't much you can get with a degree in acting.
Answered by SMS - Wed Oct 24 21:25:00 2007