Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing/where to begin??

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Im a 24 yr old guy living right outside New York City. I have always had a passion for being an actor. Primarily acting for film. I dont have any previous experience, but feel that I have natural talent. Im not sure where I should start, and what I should do. It seems that everyone wants to see a resume. Im very frustrated. Thanks in advance

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Hey Richie.  Who's everyone who wants to see a resume?  Obviously it is important to build a good resume.  You do that by being in amateur stage plays and taking professional classes,  How do you propose to finance your quest to become a film actor?  So write me at kencosp@aol.com and we will get your resume going.  Doc

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Kenneth D. Plonkey

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Questions about acting and directing. Questions about getting started in a careeer. Questions about training and schooling for actors.

Experience

I am a retired film actor. I am a retired university theatre program director and professor. I am the author of "The Tao of Acting, Mentoring for the Aspiring Actor" to be published this summer.

Organizations
SAG

Education/Credentials
BA, MA, PhD in Theatre Post graduate study with certificate in Media Acting

Awards and Honors
John Golden Traveling Fellowship

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