Screen Acting

Everything you have heard about acting schools in Los Angeles is true. I know, I teach acting in Los Angeles. For years people have come to me with horror stories about this school or that...

If you want to become an actor or actress, one of the easiest ways to get started is to audition for commercials. You don't need an agent and you don't need an acting portfolio. All you need is...

Would you like to see your child or kid on the Nickelodeon Channel acting on a Nickelodeon show? Nickelodeon books lot’s of kid actors for their television shows and game shows such as icarly,...

You've dreamed of being in the spotlight your whole life and now you wonder just how do you break into the business of acting. To become an actress, you'll have to dedicate yourself to your craft.

Do you want to become a Hollywood actress? With over 30 years experience as a writer, producer, director I've known and worked with lots of actresses. Some are focused on achieving success and...

This article will list steps on how to find success as an African-American actress on a science fiction television series.

So you want to start acting? Well, by following these tips and suggestions, you will your journey much easier.

Auditions and casting calls are like second nature to someone trying to make it big in the entertainment industry. All big stars today have gone through their fair share of auditions and casting...

When working on a movie or television shoot, actors often dress in portable dressing rooms or trailers on location or at the studio. A trailer may be a small space, but with personal touches, it...

Cary Grant seems refined, elegant and witty, but he also seems to be one of us; he is always impeccably attired, yet can end up in a dusty cornfield and attacked from the air by an aggressive crop...

This is not an article on how to become famous. To most, becoming an actor or actress is all about acting and having a passion for the art. But how do you become a working actor? It is a long,...

Although acting can be a tough field to break into and really become successful at, there are some tricks to get your foot in the door and boost your chances of landing a major role. My daughter...

Many an actor has obtained his first big break--and even helped to pay some of his bills--by landing roles in commercials and working for scale as extras in movies and TV shows. These gigs not...

The world of acting is exciting, mind opening and at times confusing. It's hard triying to "make it" from scratch. As long as you have the drive and follow these steps, the whole...

This step by step description provides a brief overview of how to get into the acting field.

If you are interested in becoming an actor, there are some very important terms you need to know and understand. You will not be able to take your acting career to the next level until you know...

You're an actor who's been honing his/her craft, showcasing your talent in theatrical productions, taking acting classes, and now you're ready to find and sign with a great theatrical agent. How...

There are all types of reasons people want to be an extra in a movie... to fulfill a dream, to cross it off their bucket list or just to make a couple of extra dollars. Whatever the reason, when a...

Becoming an Actor/Actress is the dream of many people. Stardom is the goal of many, but the reality of few. Becoming an Actress is often a long road with many sacrifices along the way, however...

Everyone wants more subscribers on youtube, because this leads to more views, possible sponsorship, and even money. With enough YouTube subscribers you can be earning a few hundred dollars each...

Finding work as an actor is hard work . Boston has a lot of opportunities for the working actor and there are some steps that will help new actors, and actors new to the area get started finding...

An accent gives an immediate clue to where you are from. Accents can get in the way if you want a job that includes phone work, or employment on television or in the theater in roles that are...

Need to know how to pitch your screenplay to producers, directors or literary agencies? The hard part has been accomplished – you wrote your screenplay, and you rewrote it a dozen times – now the...

Becoming a talent manager is equal parts art and science because you need to have a certain level of experience, and you also need to have the ability to forge relationships and make connections...

Industrials are videos made that are not for broadcast on TV or movies. A safety training video, a video the dentist shows you explaining about wisdom teeth, and an I.T. company's convention video...

Most people love being in the spotlight. Do you? Have you dreamed of becoming an actor? That's a great and realistic dream, because you CAN become an actor. How do you become successful? What...

The dream of a career in acting is a dream shared by many, but it takes more than a dream and talent to make it in the world of film acting. A professional agent is the first step to achieving...

Getting into feature films as an actor or actress is challenging. Rejection are also part of the actor's world, at least in the beginning. Learn to take rejection as part of "paying your...

One of the most important tools in the modern actor’s arsenal is the actor demo reel. Think of this short video presentation as a commercial about you- a commercial in which you show off your...

Becoming a famous actor or actress is a dream that many people have. The promise of fame, fortune and doing something as a career that you love is alluring not only to adults, but to teens as...

if your reading this article its becuase your interested in becoming an actor/actress well its not hard to do. it depends on the location your residing. and how old you are. becuase if your a teen...

Wether you are an inspiring model or actor you will most likely need to have headshots to go to a casting call or talent agency. Professional headshots can be very expensive, today you will learn...

Hollywood stars such as Denzel Washington, Tom Hanks and Julia Roberts have earned more than $20 million per movie. However, most actors are not stars, even if they belong to a union....

Voice-over actors are actors who provide the voices to animated characters and radio shows and provide narration during movies, TV shows and commercials. Many voice-over actors are also "regular"...

Take acting classes and begin to be mentored by the best in the business wherever you are located currently. Acting is a craft, and it takes time to develop it. Get into a scene study class where...

Becoming an actor is a challenge that requires not only the skill to pretend, but also determination and patience. Acting is a competitive field. You will be challenged both physically and...

It's an old joke that stems from an urban legend. A tourist stops a famous performer on a New York street one day; in some versions it's renowned violinist Jascha Heifitz, in others pianist Arthur...

In this article, you'll learn how to research and find the right acting class for you in the Los Angeles area (or any other area for that matter).

A career in acting is one many people dream of: the call of the limelight, the recognition that comes with being in movies, the celebrity lifestyle. The spell draws thousands of wanna-be actors to...

It has been more than 40 years since Hollywood's first interracial kiss on the big screen in the blockbuster "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?" broke new ground and stirred debate across the United...

I was born and raised in LA and have seen many celebrities out and about in LA. Here are some tips for places to go to maximize your celebrity sightings.

A headshot is an 8" X 10" glossy photograph that is two-sided. One side has a full facial shot, the other side should have a composite of three or more photos that represent the kind of...

If you love movies and have dreamed about penning one of your own, the proliferation of screenwriting resources and software makes it easy to get started. In addition, the accessibility of...

Bollywood is the world's largest film industry and offers a wealth of opportunity for aspiring and seasoned actors and actresses. They are in constant need of Foreigners to fill roles from the...

"Nobody puts Baby in a corner." How many times have we heard that classic line? That scene is one of the reasons why fans kept watching "Dirty Dancing" over and over again. I loved watching the...

Celebrities are always in the news. Whether it is a new movie, hit show or new record, celebrities are some of the most popular people in the world. Finding and contacting a celebrity can happen...

Lots of kids get started acting in commercials because it's the easiest place to get a break in show business while also making some money. For actors, commercials are a golden opportunity. Since...

Many successful actors have begun their careers at casting calls for teens, and you may be the next teen star to be discovered at one of the many open casting calls for teens. If acting is your...

A simple thought to approaching acting auditions to relieve nerves and give it your best shot.

The silent movie era spanned approximately three decades, beginning in the 1890s and culminating in the late 1920s. During this time, silent films evolved from fledgling novelties into mainstay...