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| voice lessons | 11/17/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: my 15-year-old son is interested in developing his voice for voiceover work. We currently live in ...
A: If you were in Austin, I would recommend the reigning Queen, Lanie Frasier, but alas, you're not and ...
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| Acting | 11/14/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: As for now I'm just getting a little experience by taking some classes at my local community ...
A: There just aren't many casting calls in MI. I would like to know how much acting you have done up ...
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| acting/ agents/ headshots | 11/9/2009 | Kitty Kavey |
Q: I want to know how i can get a good list of agents near Indianapolis,IN.Please help me.I waNt to ...
A: You can use the Screen Actor's Guild list of franchised agencies: ...
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| famous | 11/8/2009 | Peter Messaline |
Q: I want to be a actress with my own show on Disney Channel . (Or guest star).And I already have an ...
A: It's good to have dreams, and necessary if you are aiming at artistic success. But it's necessary to ...
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| acting technique | 11/8/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: I realised I never got to say thank you for answering my last question (a while ago). Thank you, ...
A: you are most welcome for my replies. I find I must agree with you on your analysis of what happens ...
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| I have agents interested...now i'm worried... | 11/7/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: I have auditioned and become an interest for two SAG approved talent agencies in the Pittsburgh ...
A: What a great "problem" to have! This reminds me of a time when I had a commercial callback and a ...
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| hi | 11/7/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: i am 15 years old and i am bout to start shooting for my dreams to become a major actor and singer. ...
A: Derek, In my book, GET A REEL JOB, there is a chapter for those wishing to move to Los Angeles that ...
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| Spellbound the Musical | 11/6/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I entered the incorrect email in my previous question so please forgive this duplicate question. ...
A: Paul, Thanks for the information. Based on what you've shared, since you've had Tony and Daniel ...
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| frustrated | 11/5/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: MY name is Jared im 19 years old getting ready to turn 20, I have some training in acting from my ...
A: Jared, If you're not living in Los Angeles, you'll never get called into an audition. You MUST BE ...
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| frustrated | 11/5/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: MY name is Jared im 19 years old getting ready to turn 20, I have some training in acting from my ...
A: Jared, Thanks for writing. I wish I had more encouraging words for you, but I believe you'd rather ...
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| Is Young Actors Camp in LA a good idea for my 15 daughter to attend | 11/4/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: My daughter is very interested in acting. She has been in many plays at school and she memorizes ...
A: Well I think she may be too young for the Senior camp and too experienced for the Jr Camp. But with ...
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| hi | 11/2/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: i am 15 years old and i am bout to start shooting for my dreams to become a major actor and singer. ...
A: Derek, Thanks for writing. If you want to be an actor working in movies and on Disney Channel ...
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| Performing | 10/31/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I am Steffi Michael from India. I write songs and compose music. I am doing it from 8th std and now ...
A: Steffi, Thanks for writing. IF you want to be a composer, when you are old enough to go to college, ...
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| Performer career | 10/31/2009 | Peter Messaline |
Q: I am Steffi Michael from India. I write songs and compose music. I am doing it from 8th std and now ...
A: You have a useful school history, and your skills are impressive, but you are a long way from being ...
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| A future in acting. | 10/26/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: I am a Sophomore in High School, and i plan on going to college for drama, and science (in case a ...
A: Yes! You need an agent for everything -unless it's extra work, and even then, that can be hard to ...
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| acting classes | 10/26/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: In my search for acting classes in the DC metro area, I have found many expensive classes ...
A: Tracy, Depends on what career you seek. If you want to be in film and TV, I would take acting, ...
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| acting classes | 10/26/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: In my search for acting classes in the DC metro area, I have found many expensive classes ...
A: It's a little hard to say, given that I don't know what classes or training you already have. There ...
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| acting classes | 10/26/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: In my search for acting classes in the DC metro area, I have found many expensive classes ...
A: IF you have the necessary natural talent to act, you do not need all of the classes, if fact, I ...
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| Spellbound the Musical | 10/26/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I entered the incorrect email in my previous question so please forgive this duplicate question. ...
A: Paul, Thanks for writing. I have a couple of thoughts about this. First, historically, Disney has ...
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| kids starting to model | 10/24/2009 | Rusty Meyers |
Q: Im looking to find an agent who is reputable to first tell me if either of my children have what it ...
A: Look up SAG agents in your area, call the Orlando or Miami Film Commission. DO NOT EVER PAY ANYONE ...
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| modeling for kids | 10/24/2009 | Kitty Kavey |
Q: Yes please. Im a new at this and I am trying to figure out how to find an agent in Florida for my ...
A: Many of the agencies in Florida will represent children, although most start at around age 2 or 4 ...
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| A future in acting. | 10/24/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: I am a Sophomore in High School, and i plan on going to college for drama, and science (in case a ...
A: I think you have it right! Always keep training! You have enough credentials to start out now. John ...
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| Hi | 10/23/2009 | Kitty Kavey |
Q: I'm 17 years old and was thinking about modelling. However, I have cerebral palsy; I am able to get ...
A: There are a few models who use wheelchairs, and much of the time they can work with the wheelchair. ...
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| Contacting Production Company | 10/20/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: Sheppard: I contacted a small film production company about being an extra or having a bit part in ...
A: While I am a definite proponent of sending resumes by snail for most any line of work, especially ...
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| acting | 10/19/2009 | Kitty Kavey |
Q: what is the best university to attend for acting?
A: That depends somewhat on what type of acting one was interested in, and what method(s) of acting ...
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| Swings | 10/18/2009 | Wanda Reinholdt |
Q: The cast list for a show that i just auditioned for just went up, and next to my name it says the ...
A: Travis...And thanks for writing. Congratulations on being cast. Swing usually refers to an ...
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| career change | 10/16/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: My name is Lee. I just turned fifty and for most of my life I have entertained friends and family ...
A: Well, there have been notable stars who did not start until they were fifty. so why not give it a ...
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| Recomendations for MT school? | 10/15/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: First of all, a huge thank you for sharing your experience, talents and time to give advice to ...
A: I am always pleased to be of service. I will try to answer your questions. 1. I don't really think ...
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| Make my dream come true!? | 10/11/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I'm Meghan. My dream is to become famous in any way possible. I want to mainly star in shows. I want ...
A: Meghan, Thanks for writing. Unfortunately, I am not an agent so I cannot help you become famous. ...
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| Im Kayla, And only 13 | 10/9/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: Hey, I'm Kayla, I'm only 13, and I would love to be an actor on a kids t.v show, Like disney, or ...
A: your reasons for wanting to be an actress to help your family are noble and wonderful. I am sorry to ...
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| Disney Channel Jobs | 10/9/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: My name is Emily and i am extremely interested in getting a job on disney channel. Acting is my ...
A: Emily, Thanks for writing. Unfortunately there isn't much I can do to help you. If you don't live ...
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| Haha.. | 10/7/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I've been in college for a few years now. I'm currently pursuing a degree in technical theatre. I've ...
A: Becca, There isn't much more I can offer other than suggesting that if you truly wish for a career ...
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| performance as a career | 10/5/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: I'm having a careers crisis at the moment - I've always loved performing, but lately I've become ...
A: I am sorry to hear about your careers crisis, but maybe I can help you decide. Well, if you go into ...
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| Action:) | 10/4/2009 | Kitty Kavey |
Q: Action class and Now i have a agent for Action just about to get one now how do i get started on ...
A: If you're living close to one of the Disney studios, (such as Orlando or Los Angeles# then you have ...
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| Disney Channel | 10/3/2009 | Michelle Renee Krehl |
Q: My name is Jessica Insixiengmay and i'm in the 6th grade. I'm just asking where and how can I ...
A: Being on the Disney Channel seems to be a very popular dream and I get lots of questions about how ...
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| Haha.. | 10/1/2009 | Phil Nemy |
Q: I've been in college for a few years now. I'm currently pursuing a degree in technical theatre. I've ...
A: Becca, Thanks for writing. If you're interested in finding something that would be equivalent to ...
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| What's it like being auditioning? | 10/1/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: I am considering a career in acting and wanted to know what this career path and lifestyle entailed? ...
A: Jenny, The way you get auditions is through your agent. There really aren’t “open” casting calls ...
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| characterisation | 9/30/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: I'm directing a play at the moment which I'm really excited about, its by Edward Bond, but i just ...
A: Hmm. I am not sure what you mean by "feel the characters." It certainly isn't something an actor ...
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| acting | 9/29/2009 | Kenneth D. Plonkey |
Q: i want to act/sing on the disney channel. ive already seen their official website for auditions. ...
A: Well, getting a part on Disney is not that easy. IT is, in fact, quite unlikely that you will do so ...
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| helppppp | 9/29/2009 | Taylor Sheppard |
Q: how can i audition for disney channel if im in australia. what should i do? i really want to move to ...
A: I think that given your situation, that is a fine idea. As to your resume, you would just put down ...
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