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Question

ok so my 12 yr old daughter wants to get into acting and im just not sure she can make it she cant sing BUT she can dance and act does she have what it takes

Answer 1

If she's taking classes for all three then that's a GREAT start. Head and shoulders above other kids who just want this handed to them without doing the work. What you should do is get her into some theatre poductions and have her audition for some student & independent films and see where that takes her. If she can builda decent resume then she can start seeking an agent.

Check out www.backstage.com and do a casting search and also go to www.actorsaccess.com and create a free account then check out breakdowns for your area. Both sites eventually cost money, but you can atleast see if there's anything there that's worth your while. They are industry standards.

If you're not in CA or NY you can 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. Just do a simple internet search for your state name and the word film and see what comes up. If you don't get much try adding alliance or commission, etc.

Once you have the training and the resume, you can start looking for an agent. 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.

Also, KUDOS to you for doing this for your daughter. Most kids come on here themselves and really don't have a clue. Way to support your daughter!!!

Let us know if you have any other more specific questions.

Best of luck to you!

Answer 2

The only way to find out is to bring her to an audition... who cares if she can't sing... if she can act that's a great beginning... I know there is a place that is looking for people that are interested in acting... I hear it on the radio all the time... also check out Disney Channel... I know a lot of kids start off huge there... Good luck I wish her the best

Answer 3

Time, application and tenacity will tell.

Take it in small steps.

Look into local children's acting workshops or local classes or troupes. When she is a little older (high school) she can take drama class, and see how she fares at acting.

Good luck, and remember that as her mother, you are most likely one of her biggest fans and personal heroes, so the attitude you take in encouraging or discouraging her is likely to have a monument effect.

Answer 4

Yeah, I don't think an adult parent would expect anyone to be able to determine if the 12 year old "has what it takes" just by knowing the fact that she can't sing!!! LOL

Nice try there kiddo!!

Answer 5

I think you are the 12 year old and are trying to get around the age restriction for using this forum. Nice try though.

Answer 6

If she's determained, she will make it.