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We all find it ruff sometimes in the Entertainment industry and if you don’t you’re lying! The entertainment industry is the harshest trade in the world- an actor has to take on so much emotionally.
We all want to act / perform for one reason, because we love it!! But how do you cope when some one tells you you’re not good enough or when you have hit a brick wall for inspiration? What do you do in an audition? How do you kiss on stage? hopefully some of the answers you are looking for are listed here in our advise section.

We will be updating each week with new advice to help you on the path to success- How to become famous? By learning, Trail and error taking advice and using it to your advantage. I hope the acting website can help you with your dream- happy browsing : )
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AGENTS
AGENTS
AGENTS Choosing an agent is probably the most important career decision you will make in your acting or modeling carer. Here are a few guidelines outlining what process you may go through when...
Auditioning Tips For An Actor
Auditioning Tips For An Actor
AUDITIONING TIPS FOR AN ACTOR *Try and arrive early for an audition. This way you will be able to get relaxed and prepared for the audition. Also you may receive your copy before hand, therefore...
Character Checklist
Character Checklist
Character Checklist You think you have cracked a character? Or you’re struggling to find the inner character integrity? Stanislavsky used to ask actors to answer a few questions about him/...
Cold Readings
Cold Readings
Remedies for the Common Cold Reading By Michael Ruby Shakes. Cold sweats. Blurred vision. Many actors complain of these symptoms at auditions. The condition: a cold reading. You don’t have to...
Do You Have What it Takes To Be An Actor?
Do You Have What it Takes To Be An Actor?
Do You Have What it Takes To Be An Actor? By Ruth Kulerman Many readers have e-mailed variations of "How can I tell if I have what it takes?" First, a warning: be very clear not to...
Glossary of Film Terminology
Glossary of Film Terminology
Here is a glossary of film terminology for actors / producers / directors well everybody really! Courtesy of McAllister Talent. (link at bottom of page.) To find an agent, photographer or any one...
Holding And Reading Your Copy In A Camera Audition
Holding And Reading Your Copy In A Camera Audition
Holding and Reading Your Copy in a Camera Audition Before an audition it is a good idea to bring a clipboard or a magazine to keep a flimsy sheet stiff. When holding your copy, hold it either...
How Often Do I Mail Agents or Casting Directors?
How Often Do I Mail Agents or Casting Directors?
How Often to do Mailings You need to send a personal CV at least every six weeks until you've got an agent or are no longer looking for work. If you stop, you're virtually guaranteeing failure. ...
How To Overcome Stage Fright
How To Overcome Stage Fright
Conquer Stage Fright Preparation, practice and passion overcome fears of public speaking "Mr. Beaver, I'm not in your class, but if you have a moment, I would like to talk to you. I need some...
How To Start an Acting Career?
How To Start an Acting Career?
How to Get Started in an Acting Career by Ruth Kulerman So you have a BA in theatre or you have taken some acting classes. You have headshots and a professional looking resume. The next question is...
How To Stop Your Hands From Shaking In Auditions
How To Stop Your Hands From Shaking In Auditions
Posted on Wednesday, 01 March 2006 08:53AM by The Acting News DeskHow to stop your hands from shaking in auditions Shaking is due to anxiety and occurs when the muscles spasmodically contract...
Keeping in Character
Keeping in Character
Keeping in Character By Michael Ruby One thing directors often say is to stay or keep “in character.” Simply put, this means to keep acting, to behave as your character no matter what...
Kissing in Auditions
Kissing in Auditions
Kissing at Auditions Ruth Kulerman A reader asked about handling "intimate" scenes at an audition. The letter contained so many relevant questions that I have broken the note into sections...
Looking For an Agent
Looking For an Agent
An agent's job is to find you work. The bigger venues deal only with agents and not performers. Good agents work for commission - 10-20% of what you earn. They should not charge you for being on...
Problems You May Face As An Actor And How To Overcome Them
Problems You May Face As An Actor And How To Overcome Them
Problems You May Face As An Actor o Multiple takes o Frequent interruptions o Lack of silent work areas o Physical closeness of the crew o Changes in the script at the...
Projecting Your Voice
Projecting Your Voice
Project your voice. I remember acting in a first school nativity, playing Joseph and Mrs Jackson standing at the back of the school hall shouting, “you must project your voice...
Should I Ever Turn Down Work?
Should I Ever Turn Down Work?
Should I ever turn down work? No, never! The paths to stardom are many - but be warned, some of them aren't pretty! Think creatively when you're looking for work. Don't dismiss cruise ships, holiday...
Should I Study Drama Professionally?
Should I Study Drama Professionally?
Should I study professionally? Applications for singing, drama, acting and dancing degrees increase every year. At many institutions you can take combined courses or specialise. Unless you know...
Should I Train To Become An Actor?
Should I Train To Become An Actor?
Should I Train To Become An Actor? The acting profession is one of the most competitive professions in the world. Unlike becoming an engineer where demand is greater than supply, actors are in...
Should I Work As An Extra?
Should I Work As An Extra?
Should I work as an extra? If you have no experience working in television and you feel that your C.V could benefit from being fleshed out a bit then working as an extra (non-speaking crowd artist...
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