Does anyone have advice for acting?

Question

Ok so let me tell you what happened to me this week. I was watching mtv like a few days ago and this comercial came on talking about acting and all I had to do was call the number they had on the TV. ( From ages 4 - 12, and 13 - 17 ) is what they was lookin for. So I called the number and the lady set me up for an audition to become an actor. this was 2 days ago and the audition is this week. the funny thing is they only played that comercial 1 time through out the whole day. Never seen it again since then.So does anyone have advice or wisdom to share with me like things that I should know before going in to audition and things there looking for???

P.S.
Im 17, And yes my parents are coming with me and the place did have a label.

Oh the company is " John Robert Powers"

Answer 1

What's the name of the company? I doubt it's legit. I bet it's a scam. Don't bother going. These companies prey on people with stars in their eyes. Their 'audition' will consist of some b.s. reading of either a short scene or commercial page, they'll either tell you that you were great right then and there, but you need classes or they'll call you and tell you that you did great, but you need classes. They may also tell you that you are one of a select few that they are going to accept which is a lie. They will accept anyone who will pay their steep fees. I've also heard that they try to do the hard sell and tell people that the offer is a limited time only deal and if you don't jump on it now they'll have to offer it to someone else.

Think about it. MTV reaches millions of people, even if the spot aired only once. How many of those people are in those age catergories or have a child that fits that general description that they want to be a star? TONS!

Do yourself a favor and walk away now. Find your own classes for a reasonable fee. Get into some theatre productions, student films, etc. to build your resume, then find an agent once you have some training and credits.

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. You can look up agents all over the US, but there are higher concentrations where the work is (Los Angeles, NY, IL, FL, GA etc.)

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.

Reputable agents get 10% of your salary AFTER you get a job, not a cent before. No up front fees, nothing. If anyone charges you a fee to help you get an agent, you don't need them. The information is available for free... I just gave it to you. Aside from that, there's Ross Reports as well and other sources depending on where you live.

good luck!

Answer 2

Hi,

It doesn't sound like something real and legit. It would be interesting to know if it's a school, an agency or something else. If you do decide to go, don't pay any money, even if they put you under pressure to do so! They might tell you things like, "If you don't get in now, you might lose your spot. " or "We're only taking a certain number and if you want to be an actor, you need to sign up right now." Don't fall for it. It will sound good and you think you might be missing an opportunity, but don't fall for it.
Why do I say that?
Because advertising on TV to become an actor, just isn't normal. If it's an acting school, that's one thing, but if it's anything else, just be careful.
I always try to inspire actors to BUILD A BASE so that you can POSITION YOURSELF FOR SUCCESS. The best way to do that is to start from the beginning like you are. One of your top priorities should be to get some good, solid training. If you are serious about acting you will do that. Overnight sensations and people who get discovered were often working for years before their big moment. It's just that people don't talk about that, because they don't know the rest of the story.

If you are serious about becoming an actor, I have created a resource that you can download for free on my site. It is called: What It Takes To Become An Actor. Just go to http://www.actingcareerstartup.com/acs-blog.html , sign in and you can download it for free. It will give you some useful things you need to do in order to start off on the right foot.

The second resource you might want to have a look at is this page: http://www.actingcareerstartup.com/how_to_get_an_agent.html . It takes you through a process that I used to get two agents and a personal manager in a short period of time.

Hope this helps!

Tony
ceo
http://www.actingcareerstartup.com

Answer 3

Be careful, and don't sign anything or pay any money before doing your research, even after they audition you. Ask them as many questions as you can before signing anything, and tell them you will get back to them in a day or two so you can think and research. Come back on to Yahoo Answers and share your experience, and what they said someone on here will more than likely be able to help you decide if it's a rip off or not.

If they say something like; "This is a one time offer" Then deffinatley DO NOT give them any money or sign anything. THEY ONLY WANT YOUR MONEY.

I Hope this helps.

Answer 4

That sounds interesting.
Do you remember the number?

A 1 time played commercial.. how suspicious..
Good luck. But be VERY careful.
And what does ' an audition to BECOME an ACTOR' really mean?
Like she had a role for you or what =S

Answer 5

John Robert Powers is a scam.

You should have already studied acting. If you have $2,000 to give John Robert Powers, go ahead. But, that money should be spent: Taking acting lessons, getting headshots, and mailing your photo and resume to Talent Agencies.

If you have $2,000 to blow like that go ahead.

Answer 6

My advice for acting:

1: Learn how to act
2: Learn a Trade
3: NEVER give up
4: NEVER pay up front

5: NEVER gesture Upstage with your Downstage arm

If you have no clue as to what #5 means, look at #1

Answer 7

Everyone here has great advise. If they ask you for money, don't give it to them. And DO NOT sign anything. Sounds like a scam to me too. Be very very careful!
Good luck and BE SMART!

Answer 8

For Acting, I would recommend

http://www.hollywoodnorth.com

Answer 9

I guarantee you it's a scam.