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How to start a Teen acting career?

I have no idea how to even start to act. I went to an acting class one summer in 2006. I'm going to be 13 next month and I CAN'T get an agent so do not say I need one or anything because I know I need one I just can't get one. Can you give some websites, give some advice how to act or answer me how do I get a commercial audition? If you want the points answer the questions with detail and answer 2 or 3 for a sure chance to get points. Please I have dreamed of this for the LONGEST time and I'm going to go for it. Oh and how should a young actress look? Thanks!

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    Take drama in school. Drama classes give teen actors a chance to learn about acting at an early age and give them a head start in theater. An acting coach outside of school is a good idea too. An acting coach will teach you how to express yourself and help you with the little techniques that will get you through casting calls.

    Make a portfolio. A portfolio includes a selection of glossy black and white as well as color photographs of you. The photographs should highlight your versatility. Find a local photographer who can do the your portfolio. Avoid chain photo studios. You don't want photographs that look like they're stock photographs. A professional independent photographer will take better, more unique photos. Include a bio in your portfolio detailing any acting credits you have.

    Sign on with a talent agency . An agency will push your portfolio and find you work as an actor. You're still in school, so a talent agency can find work for you while you continue your education. Some talent agencies specialize in representing young actors. Approach these agencies by following their application guidelines. Some request your portfolio to start. Others request a video showing your ability to read. A talent agency that believes they can handle your career will contact you with further details.

    Plan to spend summer vacations in California or New York City. This will put you where the movies are made and allow you to participate in open casting calls for parts in those movies. You'll need at least one parent with you. If you want to act, your summer vacations away from school provide the perfect opportunity for you to put your skills into play.

  • 1 decade ago

    Well first you need to talk to your parents about it. They will probably have the best advice of all. But other then that you can google where adutions are being held. If you don't think your ready to go to an audition, you could always go to acting courses over the summer and go to auditions in September.

  • 5 years ago

    I would start out auditioning for local plays and musical theater productions for now, to catch on with expirience. You could also take some acting classes. In time, when you collect enough money you could hire an agent and start auditioning for television and commercial roles. Good luck!

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    Go to highschool with theaters ask anyone there if they have any open slots for actors for any shows upcoming!

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  • 1 decade ago

    You're a jerk. you will not be an actor. why do you think that. i really don't like you at all. ugh i hate you.

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