Please help me Am I too old? Give your imput please whatever you know I really need you! Thanks.?

Question

am i too old to learn how to act? I'm 19 years old turning 10 in Late October. I want to be an ACTRESS. I've never done anything before. No plays. No shows acting. But i've performed because I sing and I got standing ovations not to sound conceited and i have made people cried at gospel shows. I sang for my choir and at my college before. also Hs graduation. I know I can sing.. but I want to act.. What are some steps I can take to begin acting. I want to be in movies and TV! please help me.

i meant to say 20 not 10** sorry!

I like in New York City!

Live i mean*

what is wrong with me tonight i mispelled everything? I'm just a little down sorry.

Answer 1

You are never too old to learn to act if you are willing to do what it takes.

The oldest student I've put on stage was 40. Today he's acknowledged as one of the leading commentators on acting in his hometown. His ambition was to get on stage just once, after being told by a teacher in school to leave the stage because he wasn't suited for it.

So what does it take?

It takes determination.
It takes a belief in yourself.
It takes a willingness to learn.
It takes an attitude that you are just an undiscovered "best". You're confident, not conceited.
It takes a willingness to make a fool of yourself in public.

Join a local amateur or community theatre group if there are no professional acting courses where you are. Above all, get on stage as often as you can.

You can become an actor at any age if you really want to be one.

All the best.

Answer 2

You aren't too old- its never too late!
You can get an agent without having training, look on the internet (Remember an agent never asks for money, they only get paid when you do, most agents get 10% of what you get paid for a job). If you don't want to get an agent there are lots of websites that will help you to get auditions- remember all actors have to start small. If you want to be in TV may be try being an extra first- it may not be huge but it will look good on a CV when you apply for a bigger part. There are plenty of websites that you can subscribe to that keep you posted on auditions weekly, or if thats not for you there are often open auditions and websites that just show info about auditions where anyone can apply.
A good place to look for help with acting is Actor Tips, you can subscribe FREE to a newsletter, each week it sends you an email helping you to improve acting and auditioning skills. There is another website: auditions.com it has loads of auditions posted all the time, you'll definitely find something there. If none of this helps look on google- I always find auditions there.
And remember really good casting people don't mind that you haven't had professional training as long as you're good, but if you think that you need training find a drama course to go on or go to drama college- you're not to late for that.
I really hope this helps and good luck with the future career- I can't wait to see you on TV! :)
Good Luck!

Answer 3

you are never too old. check the class schedule at the nearest city college and sign up for theater classes. you will get the chance to learn a great deal and try all sorts of acting out.
have fun and good luck.


this next part is about reality- i know its a bad word!! LOL! and i dont mean to be Mean but......

You need to understand its a LONG hard row to hoe. not everyone is meant to be a 'star' = if you are only interested in stardom you may never get anywhere. if, however, you go into things with the love of acting itself, never mind where or what role. then you have a chance to make a living as an actor and honing your craft.

if stardom is all you want - learn to drive a truck or something practical.

If you want to be an ACTOR - i wish you joy

rj

Answer 4

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Answer 5

Of course you're not too old! Many people don't start out until they're older, so don't sweat it. To me, acting is little more than taking emotions you already know and applying them to a scripted scene. If you read lines and put in the emotions you think belong, you'll be fine. That said, you really should start in community theatre. See if there are any around your area (there are about 5 around me, so I'm sure you could find something), and see if they are doing any summer workshops or productions for your age range. This will give you ample opportunity to grow. When you go back to school, see if there are any open auditions for plays, instead of just theatre students being in them. You could even work on monologues and scenes yourself or with friends, anything to get you started! If you want to be on Broadway, New York is the place to be, so when you feel comfortable in your abilites, go on open casting calls or get yourself an agent and go for it. If you want to be in films, you're most likely going to have to move out to Hollywood to really expose yourself to film agents. Either way, just get out there and try!

Answer 6

i used to do acting. its easy if you say you have a voice that's what matters just start looking for plays in your community just to get some experience with dancing in step lines that kind of stuff then try and find a modeling agency this is where i got my big break its a little pricey but you'll find out about casting calls and things you would never know that's how i landed my first commercial, but it just doesn't happen over night I've been doing plays and stuff since i was 12 and I'm 17 now but if you have good people on your side it comes a lot easier but just work it and it can happen

Answer 7

Do not make any decisions until you know for sure it's what you want to do. Second, go to school for it. Tisch in NY is a great place to start. Get involved in plays, it's not that difficult; I'm 15 and I've been in 4 already. Get magizines that hold open calls. Get head shots, and an agent. Start a website, where casting directors can contact you. And Research!
It takes a little bit of knowledge to know what your doing.

Answer 8

19 is not too old! Just find a local community theater and i bet they give acting classes. See if they have one for your age group and you'll be set! You can try out for a 1- or 2-scene play, something small - it'll give you loads of experience even if you play a minor part.
Just take a class and get involved!
Best of luck =]

Answer 9

No, 19 is not too old at all. Plus you have some performing experience, and live in NYC! You seem to be at a good starting point. Study Study Study. People who tell you that acting training is unnecessary have no respect for the craft, and know nothing about it.

Answer 10

Join a community theatre group. Take a class. Find a group of people who like to improve their acting skills and work with each other. If one doesn't exist, ask around and get people to join you. If you don't want to have the workshop at your house, most libraries and schools have rooms they let the public use for free or a small fee.