Hi everyone, Im 13 and how do i start acting and how to get an agent ALL replys would be great! Thankyou?

Question

I need help on how to start acting..
i Would adore to be on a stage or tv.
I LOVEE to entertain a crowd .
I need help on how to ACCUALLY getting started as me nor my mother knows how to get me started

Thankyou

Answer 1

I'm glad your parents are supportive of your decision to do this because you can't do this without them. You need training and experience before you can get an agent. Take acting classes, voice lessons, dance classes. Get into theatre productions, student and indie films so that you can build a resume then maybe an agent will consider taking you on as a client. They need to see that you've had a considerable amount of training and experience before they will give you a shot in the professional realm because they're sticking their reputation on the line for you when they take a chance on a newbie so you'd better be good and have something real to back it up.

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

Most towns have a "community theater". I would start there as well as trying out for any school plays. You need as much time as you can get performing in front of people. The more you do the more comfortable you will be and the more you will be able to act "In the moment"..This is the ability that a good actor has that enables him to completely submerse himself in a scene without the usual inhibitions that the rest of us have. ( embarassment, nervousness, stage fright). This ability will really help you with auditions...believe me. I would also look for an acting coach. A good one can really help you. Once you are ready then finding an agent isnt hard. Just be careful not to use one of these false talent agencies that charge you.
http://www.actingbiz.com/articles/survive.php

Answer 3

It doesn't sound like you are ready for an agent. Try to get some training and experience first. Find some good classes and participate in school plays for a while. You can worry about agents when you are a little older- there is plenty of time for that.

Answer 4

Starting acting in your town then go from there....