ok,i really want to be an actress but im not sure if ive got wut it takes.i have a school play and i adittioned 4 a part and now im an extra and show up once and say 1 line.wut r some things directors look 4? i live in a samll town in iowa and i dont think that any directors will come out here. wut should i do. how do directors find people?like lucas (HSM)was found in a smoothie shop!!!!!wut did they find that they thought he should act???i really need help. i need a lot of help!!!!!wut r some tips that will make me a better actress??????PLZ HELP ME!!!!!!!!!!(postive things only plz)
2006-11-25 06:02:28 · 10 answers · asked by *luxegirl* 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
first of all, act in any roles to gain experience-even if its a local youth theater group. Then,look on-line for nearby agents. One thing that i have found helpful, is ready an actor prepares by stanivlaski (i apologise if its spelt wrong). physical fitness is needed, as well as persistence. Also, it is worth deciding now, before you commit yourself, as to whether it is fame you want, or whether you'd be happy with fame, as long as you were acting. break a leg!!!
2006-11-25 07:09:40 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you got any responses from a professional actor, until now. Most of the stories you hear about people being "discovered" at the mall and the like are made up. Everyone dreams of doing this but there is a harsh reality to it. It's very, very hard to do. It's not luck and/or who you know, it's years and years of very hard work. A few years ago a cable channel wanted to do a special on overnight hollywood success stories. They didn't find any. Just because you've never heard of someone until they're famous doesn't mean they weren't at it for years. Believe me, they were. Act as often as you can. If you find that you're still in it for the love of the craft instead of the money and fame, you're half way there. Then you don't mind the struggle.
2006-11-26 00:57:19 · answer #2 · answered by Big R 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ok first just think about how awesome it is to atleast say a line in your school production.
well to become a good actress you need a good teacher. so just take acting classes at the highschool. Practice infront of your mirror it is a great way to improve yourself. Just work hard at all the areas. Eventually you could be good enough to get leads in your school productions if you stick to it.
if you still wish to be an actress once you graduate you could take an acting course in college. There are many colleges that offer many great things in the performing arts.
Just look at your possibilites. I for one also live in a small town. But i live very close to Kansas City so i can take acting classes and participate in community theatre. Do you live reasonably close to a city? If not do what i said work at the local highschool. Do what seems right and don't let it hold you back.
Please understand that acting isn't for everyone. 95% of actors are out of work. So make sure you have a back up plan.
Remember to have fun and try your best.
Break-a-leg! :-P
2006-11-25 09:56:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get a video camera, write a short movie for you to act in and post it on YouTube, that way people will be alerted to your talents.
You can't be "unsure" if you have what it takes. Acting is a competitive field, and you have to "know" you have what it takes.
Directors look for people who have an intangible quality of being able to "walk into a room and be the character"
2006-11-25 06:06:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should get an agent they really help people get auditions and the only way to get auditions from some networks like Disney channel is to have one you should go to Millie Lewis.com and sign up on its mailing list so they ll email you when auditions in your area come and if you have what it takes they become your agent
good luck on becoming an actor i hope it really comes though for you. again good luck!
ps.millielewis.com also shows you great information you need to know about acting
2006-11-26 09:38:08 · answer #5 · answered by jordan... 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK, first you need to calm yourself.
Then you need to sit down and think
Explore the character and believe you really know her
Then practice, try different things with voices and emotions
Then you need to believe that you can do it
if you are working hard enough for it, it means you are ready to try
2006-11-25 06:06:32 · answer #6 · answered by I'm mad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Devote yourself to the part regardless of the size and keep at it.
2006-11-25 09:02:14 · answer #7 · answered by ROBERT L O 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
keep practicing and maybe try seeking the directors out yourself.
2006-11-25 06:05:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to be focused on what you are doing, and confident. the rest will take care ofn itself
2006-11-25 06:11:31 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
OVER ACT it seems to be the style these days!!
2006-11-25 06:05:02 · answer #10 · answered by zeidinio 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋