this is wonderful information. I started my son in a class just for fun and now he is like go look for interviews. I honestly knew nothing of the business or where to begin. This provides a great starting point for research. Oh by the way, my son is a natural (don't we all think that!) He really has a wonderful personality, is amazingly witty and funny and has great diction since the age of 2.
Posts: 1 | Location: CT | Registered: December 14, 2007
This is a great read for any parent that needs a starting point. Every experience is different, but experience in itself is exciting and educational. Thanks to you!!!!
Posts: 4 | Location: TX | Registered: December 18, 2007
I thought I would start off the new year with a must-read set of columnss with excellent insight and advice for parents who are researching the entertainment industry as a potential option for their children. Once again, Bonnie Gillespie has graced us all with her knowledge of working in the industy, this time with the focus on child actors. Thank you Bonnie! http://more.showfax.com/columns/avoice/archives/000807.html
bump and thanks for the new link to bonnie's column. wow, just noticed that there are over 22,000 views on this thread! mib, thanks for sharing your wisdom (and links to great insights from people like bonnie)!!
Posts: 19 | Location: nyc | Registered: January 30, 2007
Thank you so much for taking the time to put this very valuable information together. This is great for newcomers, and many of my questions were answered. MANY THANKS!
Since we do not live near NYC, agents would not be interested in us. Is submitting to casting directors directly something that is acceptable? And, if so, would we send a professional head shot, resume & cover letter, or a post card?
I am finding it difficult to figure out how to help my daughter take it to the next step since we do not live in a major market. Thanks for any advice!
Posts: 1 | Location: Upstate New York | Registered: February 18, 2008
I am finding it difficult to figure out how to help my daughter take it to the next step since we do not live in a major market. Thanks for any advice!
mom2three...have you read "Raising a Star," Nancy Carson's Book? It addressed a lot of your questions about moving from a smaller market to a bigger market. I think you might find it helpful. GL.
mom of 3 in the biz
Posts: 444 | Location: NYC/NJ | Registered: November 20, 2006
Originally posted by mom2three: Thank you so much for taking the time to put this very valuable information together. This is great for newcomers, and many of my questions were answered. MANY THANKS!
Since we do not live near NYC, agents would not be interested in us. Is submitting to casting directors directly something that is acceptable? And, if so, would we send a professional head shot, resume & cover letter, or a post card?
I am finding it difficult to figure out how to help my daughter take it to the next step since we do not live in a major market. Thanks for any advice!
You probably should read a. what kipmil says and b. all the books about the business that are listed on the various threads here. It's perfectly fine to submit directly to CDs, but the first time you can't make an audition because you can't get there in time will probably be the last time you hear from that CD. And word gets around. I'm not trying to discourage you, just urging you to be realistic. I have a friend who used to commute from Rachaha down here-all the jetblue staff knew him by name!
Posts: 240 | Location: New York | Registered: May 25, 2006
Originally posted by mom2three: Thank you so much for taking the time to put this very valuable information together. This is great for newcomers, and many of my questions were answered. MANY THANKS!
Since we do not live near NYC, agents would not be interested in us. Is submitting to casting directors directly something that is acceptable? And, if so, would we send a professional head shot, resume & cover letter, or a post card?
I am finding it difficult to figure out how to help my daughter take it to the next step since we do not live in a major market. Thanks for any advice!
You probably should read a. what kipmil says and b. all the books about the business that are listed on the various threads here.
AND C...everything ever written by Bonnie Gillespie! You can access the archive of her columns on the Showfax board. She recently did a two-parter on kids in showbiz. mominbiz posted the links a few posts above this one.
mom of 3 in the biz
Posts: 444 | Location: NYC/NJ | Registered: November 20, 2006
Originally posted by westny: Another site geared towards kid, teens and parents who want to learn more about the business is http://www.musical-theater-kids.com I've only found it in the last year but there's a lot of great info.
Nice site, although it needs some updating on appropriate resume formats and using "color" photos.
- MIB - If you can dream, you can do. Making it happen is up to you.
Posts: 1157 | Location: SoCal | Registered: July 13, 2005
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