i just got interested in it and i have no experience, but i want to do it... can someone help me??
2007-08-09 06:28:40 · 14 answers · asked by aleisha g 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Theater & Acting
How old is too old to become an actor? How young is too young to become an actor? That depends entirely on only one factor...
You!
If you enter the profession of acting at an early age you have the advantage of gaining more experience throughout your career. Say you start as a child actor, by the time you are 45 you are going to have a bucket load of acting experience behind you - though looking at child stars of the 70's and 80's shows that this does not necessarily lead to future success.
If you start as an actor later in life then you have the advantage of more experience to draw upon to enact your emotions, and more people you have met that you can emulate. You are more mature and generally easier to get along with as your hormones and emotions tend to calm over time.
So the only thing that really determines if you are too old to become an actor at any age is will you do what it takes?
Will you put in the time and the hours to get the experience, will you make time to do free performances, are you sociable, can you make friends easily, are you a team player, are you easy to work with or do you crack under stress.
These are all factors in becoming a successful actor. You may have noticed that not once was "how old are you?" asked. How old or how young you start acting does not matter in the least.
There are always a variety of roles available for people of all age groups, there are young people and old people in movies just as there are in real life.
You can and should change your life regardless of age - if you are not totally happy with were your life is going and you want to do something new and exciting go for it.
What age is too old to start acting? What age is too young to start acting?
None, you can act when you want.
Don't let excuses like age come between you and the life you want to lead. After all the guy next door probably thinks he is too young to start acting.
2007-08-09 18:07:11 · answer #1 · answered by oncameratalent 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
It is never to late to get started at anything. All you have to do is find someone who is looking for what you have to offer. It may be more footwork for you now, but is still isn't to late! Maybe you can try to start off as an extra in a movie and work your way up from there.
To your success
2007-08-09 06:34:01 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you have no experience, maybe try going to a workshop. They're incredibly fun and they really help your skills as an actor. Or look around where you live for a talent agency, they really help! Most have on-camera classes, and then they're represent you and get you a job.
2007-08-09 22:41:14 · answer #3 · answered by lølee. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ur so funny its never 2 late act when ever u want heck i just started 2 and im 14 but everyone eles started at like 6 so theres still time
2007-08-09 12:11:31 · answer #4 · answered by sean 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's never too late to do anything. Start looking for acting classes or community theater groups. I have friends that do it and love it!
2007-08-09 06:36:16 · answer #5 · answered by OhKatie! 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well it might be a little late. You might want to try a camp and see if you like it and well see if your good at it. If that doesnt work then just go on MTV made lol
2007-08-09 06:37:45 · answer #6 · answered by Bubbles 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it's never to late all you need to do is find an acting class and most colleges have theater programs to get into have fun and good luck!
2007-08-09 06:31:49 · answer #7 · answered by Miss-terious 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
absolutely not too late. i know there are some famous actors who started during college. You just gotta work hard, be dedicated. stuff like that.
2007-08-09 06:32:15 · answer #8 · answered by 2nd Commander 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
are you kidding? Acting is not like modeling thank goodness........where they discard you after like 25. Haven't you seen commercials with like people who are in their 60's...the industry needs people of all ages.
2007-08-09 06:35:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sure, I can help you. That's what I do, I help aspiring actors.
Read my profile by clicking on my name and send me info about your background via my email on aol.
2007-08-09 12:12:33 · answer #10 · answered by Theatre Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋