I live in London and was thinking of becoming an actress. I have some theater and dancing experience. I maybe want to take some acting classes and find auditions. Any suggestions?
2006-08-13 08:36:16 · 7 answers · asked by DeeVious 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
start with t.v.
2006-08-13 08:39:55 · answer #1 · answered by prince47 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋
Acting classes are a great idea. Once you're there you should talk to other actors and make connections. London is a great place to get a start in acting. The connections you make will enable you to find an agent and auditions.
You should also try to get more performing experience as possible. The more experience you have, the easier it will be for you to market yourself to agents.
Good Luck
2006-08-13 16:30:46 · answer #2 · answered by ballerina_kim 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here in the states we have many opportunities for young actresses like yourself to audition for community theater productions... hopefully those opportunities are available to you. I certainly recommend getting some classes at the very best school you can afford... perhaps you should find out the requirements to join the Actors Guild Union.
2006-08-13 15:55:04 · answer #3 · answered by Mike S 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
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Well, some of this depends on your age and your location. But, in general, your first step should be getting training. Whether it is from a school or private coach, you need to know the basics. While acting in plays is always good to keep your craft up, knowing the technique behind acting is vital.
Headshots. Got to have them. Right now, in Los Angeles, that means color headshots. Get a professional, not your best friend.
If you are anywhere outside of Los Angeles, New York, or Chicago, find the nearest big city and look for agenies and production companies. These are the people that will help you find productions to start your resume. Not only will you build your resume, you will get needed exposure to the business of acting. In general it will be much easier to get resume building work in smaller markets so get it if you can.
When you have the opportunity, and when you feel you are ready, move to L.A. or New York. Start sending out headshots to agents and do some extra work. Not glamorous, but once again, it will give you a glimpse into the process. Continue your training, get an acting coach, attend acting classes. Above all, be proactive about your carreer. Know what it is you want, know what your deficencies are and fix them. Nobody will be looking out for you, so you have to look out for yourself.
Do work in student films and low-budget shorts. No pay, but it should give you something for your reel. USC, UCLA, and other colleges around L.A. have film schools and are always looking for actors.
Sign up with L.A. Casting (www.lacasting.com), Now Casting (www.nowcasting.com), and/or Actor's Access (www.showfax.com). You will have to pay a fee, and all you will see for the most part is non-union and student films, some non-union commercials, but it is a great place to submit for work online.
My final piece of advice would be to stay away from model or actor "searches". They are usually scams. Don't EVER pay an agent or manager up front. Agents take a percentage that is dictated by the union when you GET work, not beforehand."
2006-08-13 15:42:50 · answer #4 · answered by OneRunningMan 6 · 1⤊ 3⤋
You can start by reading a few things about acting at http://www.actorspages.us
Then you can register for free at http://www.actorspages.org
post your pictures and resume and start submitting yourself to auditions near you.
2006-08-14 03:33:29 · answer #5 · answered by Hollywood Actor 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
WELL IT ALL STARTS WHEN YOU STAR IN PLAYS AND GO TO ACTING SCHOOL. THEN SOMEONE DICOVERS YOU AND MAKES YOU A HUGE SOMEBODY!
2006-08-13 21:04:52 · answer #6 · answered by pr_nena1 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Buy a trailer....then your half way there....all you have to do is wait for them to call you to the set from your trailer.
2006-08-13 15:40:24 · answer #7 · answered by Joe W 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋