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Janet Jackson Hits London Premiere of ‘Why Did I Get Married Too?’
Is the movie in your country yet?
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Knowing the Basics more »
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U.S. Models and Actors: Average Income Information
One of the questions I frequently get from young models is: What kind of earnings can -
Am I Model Material?
We typically think of a “model” as someone who is tall and thin with a -
What is Acting?
Acting is the work of an actor or actress, which is a person in theatre, -
Movie Producers: What They Do
Wanna know what a movie producer does? A film producer (movie producer) is a person who -
Movie Directors: What They Do
A movie director or filmmaker, is a person who directs the making of a film. A movie director
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How to Become a Professional more »
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You ARE the Product!
Your key will be to start seeing yourself as a star BEFORE you become a -
Don’t Be Famous AND Broke
Big job, little job, put away as much as you can. -
Am I Ready for an Acting Career?
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Tips to Booking the Job
The most important thing to remember when trying to book an acting job is that -
How to Get a Great Comp Card
Many actors augment their income by also modeling. Enter the comp card –a model’s ambassador
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Technique more »
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Cold Reading Technique (Video)
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Acting Technique Made Easy
Are you looking for an acting technique? How much do you want to be -
How to Memorize Your Lines
Learning how to memorize your lines is not as hard as you think. -
Watch Movies
Guess what? If you’re gonna be a great actor ya gotta watch a lot of -
The Audition: How Not to Be Nervous
The audition process can be very daunting and overwhealming if you’re not careful. Would you
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Words to Know more »
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Publicists: What They Do?
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What is Bollywood?
Bollywood is a popular term used for the Hindi language film industry based in Mumbai, -
What are Actor Breakdowns?
The “breakdowns” are basically constant minute-by-minute daily casting calls that are sent electronically (usually via -
Hollywood: What is It?
Want to know more about Hollywoodland? Well, Hollywood is a district in the city of Los Angeles, California, situated -
Movie Studio: What is It?
A movie studio (aka film studio) is, in the established sense of the term, a company that distributes
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Acting for Kids more »
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Is Your Child a Superkid Actor?
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Child Actors
The purpose of the article is to make you aware of the pressures many child -
Acting Young
Want to act young? Hmmmm…that’s a tough one. Or do you mean you want to -
Acting Classes for Teens
If you’re interested in information on acting classes for teens, check out more of the -
The Jackie Coogan Act: What Is It?
Jackie Coogan (October 26, 1914 – March 1, 1984) was an American actor who began
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Other Recent Articles
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Avoid Negative Press
There is a growing trend for actors to behave as if they are “above the law.”
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Look for Work Outside of Your Country
If you are open to travel and able to pay for all or part of your expenses, I highly recommend you consider trying out for acting jobs in other countries.
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Singer Mary J. Blige to Play Nina Simone in Upcoming Film
Much resemblance with these two entertainers.
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‘La Cage aux Folles’ and ‘Fela!’ Score Huge with 11 Tony Nominations
The Tony Awards is June 13, 2010.
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Sarah Jessica Parker attends “Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston” Premiere
Sarah Jessica Parker attends the “Ultrasuede: In Search of Halston” Premiere.
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Al Pacino’s Rare ’60 Minutes’ Interview with Katie Couric
Pacino is an Oscar, Emmy and Tony Award-winner.
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#25: Know That ActorGuru.com Wants You to Be A Successful Actor
No matter where you are in the world, ActorGuru.com wants you to be a successful actor.
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#24: Know That You Should Never Forget Where You Came From
Never forget where you came from. Take a look around. Because when you start booking jobs as an actor things are gonna change. You’re gonna change and so is your ego so watch it.
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#23: Know That You Need A Regular Job
It’s most likely that you will need to financially sustain yourself with a regular job to pay the bills.
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#22: Know the Difference Between an Agent and A Manager
Think of agents a people who try to sell a product–which is you. On the other hand, managers are the ones who help “develop” the product–which is you.
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#21: Know That There Are Scammers Out There
One important rule of thumb that you need to know if you don’t know already: Never pay an agent or manager up front for their services.
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#20: Know That You Need to Do Your Taxes
Would believe that that many professional actors don’t take the time to actually file their taxes?
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#19: Know That You Need A Basic Checking Account
When you start getting paid as a professional actor, where are you gonna put your money?
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#18: Know That You Need to Be Organized
Being organized is gonna be another key to the success of your acting career. You can’t just come to Hollywood without a plan.
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#17: Know That the Camera is Your Friend
The more comfortable you are with being in front of the camera, the better your performance will be on screen.
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#16: Know That You Have to Look Professional
So, you say you want to be a movie star? Then look like one. People’s first impression of you is always the best.
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#15: Know That You have to ‘Act Professional’ to Be Professional
Professionalism is key to longevity in your acting career.
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#14: Know That You Can Do Background or Extra Work
Doing a background or extra work is a great way for you to get started as an actor in the business.
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#13: Know That Your Industry Contacts Are Crucial
If you’re gonna be successful as a professional actor, you’re gonna have to mix and mingle with some industry people.
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#12: Know That You Need a Good Support System
If you’re gonna come out here by yourself, make sure you have a good support system when you get here.
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#11: Know That You Can Submit Yourself for Auditions
If you don’t have an agent or manager, can certainly submit yourself for auditions.
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#10: Know That You Need A Resume’
Even if you haven’t done much as a professional actor, you’ll still need a resume’.
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#9: Know That You Need Headshots
Whether it’s for commercial or theatrical, every actor needs headshots.
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#8: Know That You Must Continually Work on Your Craft
You may be have talent, but even the best of the best needs to continually work on their craft.
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#7: Know That Your Goal Should Be to Work Consistently
Becoming a famous actor shouldn’t be your primary goal at all.
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#6: Know That You Need to Be in the Unions
If you’re serious about being an actor, then you’re gonna eventually have to join the unions.
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#4: Know That You’ll Need to Have A Manager or Agent
An agent is ideal but you don’t necessarily need one nowadays to get you out on auditions.
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#3: Know That You Need a Car In L.A.
Unlike New York, Hollywood’s new railway system is not the most dominate form of transportation.
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#2: Know That You Need Money!
Aspiring actors find themselves heading back home because they simply didn’t save enough resources.
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#1: Know What You’re Getting Into
Before coming to Hollywood to pursue an acting career, you need to know what you’re gonna be getting into.
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Selling Yourself as an Actor or Model in a Recession
During the 1991 recession someone once asked the late Sam Walton (WALMART) for his opinion. His response: “I’ve thought about it and decided not to participate.” Many actors and models are feeling concern over the recession and wondering what strategies to follow in order to protect their career and their bookings. We hear about numerous [...]
