Acting for a twelve year old?

Question

I love to perform. I am young tho, and live in a really small town. I one numerous baby pageants and been in many plays. What should I do that doesnt involve wasting a whole lot of money? Thanks!

Answer 1

Wasting and spending are two different things. Are your parents supportive of your efforst? It's great that you've done theatre, that's a one giant leap above many of the kids here. You still need training so consider (if you're not already in them) acting classes, voice lessons & dance classes. Most agents will not consider you unless you have training and credits.

No matter your age, you need support from your family and friends. If you're under age you absolutely need to have the full support of your family because they not only need to sign off on your contracts and be your advocate (be fully aware of all child labor laws and help uphold them while you're on set) but they need to drive you to all your auditions and stay on set with you at all times or hire someone to be there with you).

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.). Another great resource is Ross Reports especially because they update their info so often but not all of the agents they list are SAG and you have to pay for the list. That doesn’t mean they’re not legit, but that’s why I always tell people to start with the SAG list. It’s free and those agents have signed an agreement to put the actor first! www.rossreports.com If you subscribe to backstage.com you can get a combo subscription which can come in handy but can also get quite expensive.

Then you can send the agencies 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. You never call the agencies directly. That is a big no-no! At least it is in LA. Please remember that reputable agents take exactly 10% of your pay AFTER they help you get a job. Not one cent more and not one cent before. Anything else is a scam. This is strictly for talent agents, not modeling agents or talent managers who take different percentages.

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 / commission / society or whatever your state calls theirs (some have more than one). Sometimes they post audition information for projects filming locally. For theatre (and other auditions on backstage), you can go to backstage.com or www.actorsequity.com (click on casting call) 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

Answer 2

I'd say just stick with doing community theatre and maybe take some acting classes to keep you on top of your game. Also, check for auditions for commercials, plays, movies, whatever you're into that may be happening close to where you live.

Answer 3

In my opinion, being a child star is over rated. The fame is way too much for most children to handle, especially adolecents. I would just stick to community theater and acting classes. Then one day, if that is still your ambition, you could set out on that course and be properl prepared.

Answer 4

A 12 yr historic. Long hair, watching for who she is on the planet. Finding out in which she belongs. Middle institution. Shy or energetic. But at 12, normally is discovering the persons with a view to convey you by way of your years of truly institution.

Answer 5

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