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I want to be an actress but Im only 13. How can I start? I live in Indiana and its always been my dream I dont want it to get crushed. What can I possibly do? I search google and stuff but Im always to young. I just need HELP PLEASE!
Hi Taylor, Step one is to do all the speech and drama stuff at school, the competitions and the plays. There is no web site to make you an instant star, that is an myth perpetuated by those who want to steal your money. Besides until you are 18, you parents have to sign for anything professional that you do. Further your dream by libing it by being in all the plays you can. Best wishes, 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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