I have recntly been interested in acting. I wanna take acting classes but I am shy about it, what does it take

Question

I have heard it takes a narcissist to become an actor/actress yeah funny but I am really shy. I enjoy plays and stuff like that and to become anyone you can possibly think of through this art, How can I go about acting? I have never even stared in a school play!

Hey Im 20 years old. I live near Hollywood too, so hey it can be easy (LOL yeah, right)

Answer 1

I am in the same situation you are in. The only problem is I am 23 years of age which to me, may be a little old to start. I stated studying computers and earn my bachelor. I, however, recently realized that I am no longer passionate as I was back then for computers. I am thinking in going into theaters, it's more outgoing and fun and, I consider myself very shy but I don't give a damn. I am going to pursue it if this is what I was really made for. Let go of your fears, and go along with the flow. By the way, how old are you?

Answer 2

Take the classes. all actors and actresses have to start from somewhere. Once you take classes they'll teach you not to be shy and stuff. Usually I'm kind of shy with public speaking, but when on stage it's really different. When your passionate about something, and you love doing, everything just fades away. I've wanted to act since I was 3 years old, and it's one of the passions of my life. I love it. Just take the classes, and if you really are determined into acting, then you will go far. ^^ Also, don't worry bout the whole narcissist persona. A lot of actors and actresses that I know aren't. They always find their faults in their last performance, but when they find them, the next time they try to correct them. It's like practicing a sport. Try it and if you like it continue it.

Answer 3

The only way one can overcome shyness is just to do it. The more repetition, the less shy you'll be and the more confident you become. But the bottom line is... if you want to act, then shyness is not an option. Or at best, learn how to overcome it in moments when you need to be confident. That is... ACT! Everything about the profession works against being shy. But sometimes acting requires that you "act" confident even when you're not.

So, how do you go about it? First, determine in yourself that being shy is no longer an option for you should you choose to pursue this career path. Second, act confident even if you're not. That's "acting"... and perhaps that's your first biggest challenge.

Then, find an acting class or get in the school play ;-)

Answer 4

I've been performing for a couple of years, and I still feel shy and nervous every time! Boost your confidence by taking classes, get involved with community theatre, even stuff like getting up at a karaoke night with your friends can give you confidence, cos even if you can't sing and you make an *** out of yourself, you'll realise it's not the end of the world!
It can be intimidating starting something new, especially with people who have been involved for a while. But everyone has to start somewhere! I auditioned for my first ever musical and got a lead- I didn't think I'd get anything, but I went for the hell of it. It goes to show that sometimes you can surprise yourself, so go for it-and have fun!! that's the main thing. :)

Answer 5

You have to be confident if you have no confidence you don't have a chance being shy will only get you lets see NOWHERE try coaching and studying it even taking college courses at a community college

Answer 6

Take acting classes.

Answer 7

Inspirational Speech!
YOU MUST HAVE FIRE IN YOUR HEART AND SOUL AND GO FORTH CHASING YOUR DREAMS!!!!
PRACTICE NOT BEING SHY!!!! AND YOULL ACHIEVE YOUR DREAMS!!!!!
(Note.. this may not be good advice, but ya gotta say sometimes its actually useful. Happens in almost every movie >.>, which is also what you want to star in >.>)

Answer 8

well just start. start by practicing monolougues and look for local plays or school plays. it also may seem that everyone lese has SOO much experience but everyone else has to start somehwere.

Answer 9

You live right across from FAME.