ever since i was seven ive always wanted to be on disney channel the reason i want to be on disney channel is because i just want to be on the disney channel games and i want to be on t.v i dont want to be on just to be famous.
2007-07-19 16:51:52 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
Most people do not have relatives in the business... some do, but not everyone does.
No matter where you want to act, you begin the same way. Training. Get into classes and take it seriously. Build a resume then get an agent.
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.
Once you have an agent, they will get you the auditions, but until then you can check out actorsaccess.com. You can also see if your state has a film alliance. Sometimes they post audition information for projects filming locally. For theatre, you can go to backstage.com or http://www.actorsequity.org/castingcall/... 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 info to find out the rest on your own without paying.
Good luck
2007-07-19 17:15:25 · answer #1 · answered by Marianne D 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi there,
The first thing that comes to mind after reading your question is, "Are you ready to audition for Disney?". The reason I ask is because there I have entertained an onslaught of questions recently by folks asking the same question. It seems that Disney is the place everyone wants to be.
Having said that, you know that the people already acting on Disney Channel are trained professionals. Are you? If so, then I have a suggestion for you. There are many actors who are very, very good, but don't get seen and don't get a chance to audition for the casting directors they really want to audition for, because they don't have the business skills they need to be successful. And so, their talent goes unnoticed. What a shame. Really. I have a friend who was like that for a long time and now she is beginning to come around.
Your number one priority should be getting some good, solid acting training. It's not just about being the right type, it's also, and more importantly about your acting skill. But make sure you have an opinion about what you are looking for in a school and in a teacher. Click here to see what some of your criteria could be.
In the long-term, and if you really want to be acting on Disney Channel, you will want to develop yourself, study the industry and study your acting craft.
Go to this link and see some of the issues actors often have before they even get close to working at all as actors, much less acting on Disney Channel: http://www.actingcareerstartup.com
I’ll send you to this page to see what it can be like to be an actor looking for work. This could be typical day, like it was once for me: http://www.actingcareerstartup.com/working_as_an_actor.html
Are you ready to do that day after day after day until you get what you want?
This question comes up multiple times daily. If you do a search here on answers you will see other answers to this question. I answer this question a lot and so instead of writing the same or similar answers, I have created a 28-page ebooklet that answers pretty thoroughly your question.
Just go to http://www.actingcareerstartup.com/acs-blog.html , sign in on the right side of the page and you can download it for free. It's called: What It Takes To Become An Actor.
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.
I say this to let you know that before you get close to Disney, you will have a lot of work to do and a lot of base to build. That is unless you are a natural born, exceptional talent. Then maybe not.
So in summary, it is possible to get to Disney. It is. But you will have to position yourself for success. To do that you need to get started quickly and with purpose!
Good luck!
Tony
http://www.actingcareerstartup.com
2007-07-20 13:12:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is the official answer from Disney concerning trying out for any shows on the Disney channel:
http://home.disney.go.com/guestservices/...
And their answer to the now rather infamous question:
I would like to be an actor in a Disney film or television series. How do I get started?
As with any career, education and practice are important. A good first step would be to discuss your interests with a school counselor or drama teacher. If you are not currently enrolled in school, we recommend taking some drama courses at your local college. We suggest you familiarize yourself with a local theater group in your area, and read the entertainment industry trade papers, which are available at most libraries. In these you will find advertisements for upcoming auditions. Also, The Walt Disney Company employs thousands of performers for the various Theme Parks and Resorts. Auditions are held regularly to cast singers, dancers, actors, DJs and VJs, musicians, and bands. For information on these exciting opportunities, please visit our Disney Audition site. When you feel ready to do so, you might consider finding an agent. Their job is to locate work suitable for you. As most film and television organizations require agency representation, having an agent is almost essential for getting paid work. Please understand that we cannot recommend a particular agent or talent agency. For information on how to find an agent in your area, please consult your local entertainment trade papers or the career and entertainment sections of your local library.
2007-07-20 01:09:22 · answer #3 · answered by Alex B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless, like Britney Spears, Raven Symone and Miley Cyrus, you have been acting since you were a child, you cannot be a Disney Channel Actor.
They want actors with experience in front of a camera.
2007-07-20 00:31:54 · answer #4 · answered by newyorkgal71 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Check the DisneyChannel.com website and click on their games section. They will have information about how to apply to be on the show. However, like all things Disney, this is no guarantee because of the huge amount of interest.
2007-07-20 00:45:36 · answer #5 · answered by Esma 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get Billy Ray Cyrus to adopt you! Seriously, get an agent, go out on casting calls. Work dammit Work!
2007-07-20 01:23:19 · answer #6 · answered by Rob J 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you have to have talent......and/or some relative in the buisness!
2007-07-19 23:55:49 · answer #7 · answered by Awesomatastic 1 · 1⤊ 2⤋