Casting calls, Agents, and Theater?

Question

Ok so I am an actress I am not great but I am not terrible but I am trying to find casting calls to gain more expierience
I am 14 years old
I can act
I can sing some
and dance some

I need to know where can I find casting calls
and where can I find an agent
I am not going to pay for casting calls
and I will not pay for agents information
but I live in Plano Texas
can you please help
all I want to do is act but I cant seem to get that little start I need
I get an email for casting calls for community theater and alot of them arent for teens but the ones that are I go to
I really need adivce please help thanks

Answer 1

hi there! i am also an actress. i am 15 years old and i have the same problems. well i got "Discovered" when i was 13. i signed a temporary contract with an agency and paid a small fee. then this agency provided acting/modeling classes and had photographers and hair/make-up stylists come in and do our head shots. later on, we met up with a guy who will chose some people out of the whole class to go to a competition in NYC or LA, this competition is called IMTA. this competition was for us to showcase our talents and hopefully get DISCOVERED by a big time agency. I made it to IMTA

It was a great experience. but i learned on that trip (i was 14) that i was in the "wrong age group". apparently 11-15 year olds are not the ones being looked at...mainly the 3-10 and 16+ , i did get call backs but no contracts were signed. i plan on going back when i'm older and better. probably 17-24. so here are my suggestions.

1) there are many acting and models agencies...look for one by you
2) invest your money and time into acting classes (and Modeling...believe me!)
3) do public shows in your local theater-work on your resume
4) don't really try for IMTA or the "Big Leagues" until you have experience, practice, and lessons
5) wait till you are a little older...at least 16...until you "Exhibit" yourself

if you have any questions, email me. i am exactly where you are and are going for the same dream. GO For It!

Excel Model & Talent Agency
2591 Dallas Pkwy # 300
Frisco, TX 75034
[phone]

Jam Model & Talent Center
11551 Forest Central Dr
Dallas, TX 75243
[phone]

(look at these places, or call, or find out more. also look for more agencies in your area. You have to do the work, it won't just be served to you on a silver platter)

Answer 2

If you want to find a legitimate agent to represent you for commercials, TV & film go to Sag.org. Use the dropdown menu on the right labeled 'resources' and choose 'agent information'. On the next screen, on the left choose 'Find a SAG franchised agent' and follow the directions. They definitely have some in Texas!

Then you can send them your headshot, resume, and a cover letter stating that you are seeking representation and wait to see if they call you in for an interview.

Once you have an agent, they will get you the auditions, but until then you can check out actorsaccess.com. For theatre, you can go to backstage.com or http://www.actorsequity.org/CastingCall/castingcallhome.asp If you find the audition on the Equity site, you still may be able to go, as long as their not taking appointments from equity actor's only :-) On backstage.com you have to pay to get all of the info, but the initial search is free and you may be able to see enough to find out the rest on your own without paying (For instance, you may see the theatre's name and many theatres hve their own site and list their auditions on them) OR you can go to your local bookstore or newstand and look at their print publication (new every Thursday) for free. Good luck!

Answer 3

Well,prnszcrtny,Im also a new coming actor.I just got a contract with a manager in nyc.It's better for you to start off doing some theatre.Also,you should start off with a manager. and to your questions about open calls and castings you should subscribe to rossreports.

First,get some headshots!!(I did some searching for you and a really good photographer in texasi foun one for you....104 North Railroad • Pflugerville, TX 78660
[phone]
[e-mail] )

Then take some classes(good/non-expensive classes are...Meet our acting coach, tour our facility,
& learn how you can be in our next
full length feature film!

SPACE IS LIMITED!

To schedule a studio tour e-mail us or
call us at metro 214-356-1058.

To register or learn more about our classes
e-mail us or call us at metro 214-356-1058Texas Actor's Studio
2275 Westpark Court, Suite 204
Euless, Texas 76040
Office Metro 214-356-1058)

Then,subscribe to back stage and rossreports(rossreports is a magazine for actors telling you about castings and open-calls......
1:go to backstage.com
2:click on subscribe
3:u can take it from there

Travel(traveling is very important....u should go to many acting places for better chances of getting booked!!!Great places to travel to are places such as Orlando,N.Y.C,and opf course L.A)

I hope this helped go luck prnszcrtny
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Answer 4

Well lucky for you I am actually Dylan and Cole Sprouses agent and I am coming to Houston,Texas June 13 I could check u out but if u dont like me say here is a website that will help you.............