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About Laura Interval
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Expertise
I can answer most questions having to do with performing arts, most specifically acting and fashion modeling. I am still working professionally, have shot film, TV and modeled all over the world. Currently have agents in all fields and am just looking to give back! I will be happy to help you in any way I can.

Experience
I have been a working actress and model in NY and LA for 20 years... I am also an artist coach and have a free online coaching website.

Organizations
Screen Actor's Guild, AFTRA, Equity

Publications
www.creative-personal-development.com

Education/Credentials
I studied journalism at the University of Georgia and I've worked all over the world for the last 20 years... that's an education!

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Laura Interval 
In Category  Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing

SubjectDate Asked

Where do I go next?!1/30/2009
  Q: Hey! I am currently a university student studying in the UK to get a BA in Theatre. I am now in my ...
  A: I am probably not the best to answer this question... as I didn't enter my acting career out of a ...
Persueing a Career in Acting1/27/2009
  Q: I read some of your past answers and they are very helpful! Thanks! I am currently an undergrad at ...
  A: You're welcome... and glad you came back with your questions! First and foremost you should take a ...
acting1/25/2009
  Q: ..I asked u about acting a few weeks ago..I tried to do the follow up response but u weren't logged ...
  A: Great news that you're in NY! I spent the last 9 years of my professional acting career in the city ...
acting career over 401/23/2009
  Q: I am hopeful after the recent answer you gave Julian regarding beginning an acting career over ...
  A: Ok... well, the good news is that you're in NYC... the city is full of opportunities. There's no ...
Too old to start an acting career?1/17/2009
  Q: My name is Julian and I've always had an interest in pursuing an acting career. I got the acting ...
  A: ok... wow... that's quite an essay. It's all good... your passion, your determination and the fact ...
How to find an agency and get an acting career started.1/16/2009
  Q: I'm a freshman in college in Ohio and I was wondering if you could help advise me on how to find an ...
  A: Good that you came here to ask! It's great that you have such passion for acting... it will take you ...
Disney Channel Agent1/15/2009
  Q: Im Serena. Im 12 years old and I live in Wisconsin. I love to act and sing, its my passion. So, im ...
  A: The good news is that you're still so young! You have a lot of time to get the attention of agents ...
breaking into acting1/14/2009
  Q: ..ever since I was young and did my first play I wanted to be an actress..I've gone to college and ...
  A: Good for you coming by here to ask! It's good news that you have a degree in mass communications... ...
acting10/28/2008
  Q: i live in west palm beach florida and i have a four year old daughter who is great with the camera, ...
  A: I don't know exactly where W. Palm Beach is, however, there is a large market for modeling in Miami. ...
Question about modeling/acting10/27/2008
  Q: Im in the military on my second combat tour to Iraq. I have been told about my figure and I should ...
  A: Hey Brandon First of all, I just want to say thanks to you for being over there and serving us over ...
help8/31/2008
  Q: sing and dance,thats all i really do and it would be very nice if some one could help me because its ...
  A: Good for you for not giving up! And for not paying a lot of money for the audition. You should ...
Modeling and acting8/30/2008
  Q: Hey there I'm 16 going into my first year of college and very interested and keen to model its all ...
  A: Glad you came here to ask! I think it's a great idea to start to learn about modeling and acting ...
I need some advice8/27/2008
  Q: On where i can find an agent or manager? I would really love to take any chance i get to start an ...
  A: Are you already acting and singing in Dallas? If so, I would recommend you call the local "talent ...
just wondering8/21/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could give me some info on hand modeling agencies in SC. I live in the ...
  A: Unfortunately, I don't know anything about hand modeling. I would suggest calling agents in Atlanta ...
Acting career8/10/2008
  Q: I'm Jade. I'm 15 and all my life I've had a passion for acting. The only problem is, my mom doesn't ...
  A: I'm a big believer in following your passion. You're fortunate, in that you found it at a young ...
acting,singing,modeling8/9/2008
  Q: hey,im katie and im 15, i live in plant city fl, and i was woundering how to get an agent,i have ...
  A: You're in a tough situation right now. I don't know where Plant City FL is. What is the closest ...
4 year old daughter agent interview8/7/2008
  Q: Can you give any advice on what to expect. I am meeting with print, commerical, theater, and voice ...
  A: Grace I'm glad you came here to ask. It's can be a big confusing business for a parent! First of ...
Tax-deductible housing for regional theatre actors8/6/2008
  Q: I've been cast in a regional theatre production, which requires an on-site residency of 2.5 months. ...
  A: Congratulations on the job! I am not a tax expert, however, I've been filing as a full time ...
Acting8/1/2008
  Q: I am 10 years old almost 11 and want to be an actress. I love acting and singing. I live in ...
  A: I am not familiar with Salinas but, I'm sure there are agents in San Jose. Like I said, look up ...
acting7/31/2008
  Q: hey Laura, I'm 14 and i really want to become an actress. I'm not sure were to start i live in Casa ...
  A: Glad you found this website to ask! The good news is that you're young and if you start now, you'll ...
how do i get started?7/29/2008
  Q: i am 13 years old, and i really want to be an actress/model. i try to look things up on the web, but ...
  A: Your a smart girl. Good for you to know scams when you see them! It's a tough time right now for ...
Acting7/26/2008
  Q: I am 10 years old almost 11 and want to be an actress. I love acting and singing. I live in ...
  A: Glad you came here to get some advice. The good news is that you're young! It's exciting to know ...
Becoming a Actor7/23/2008
  Q: I have a few quick questions for you on Training and schooling for a want to be proformer.I have a ...
  A: Glad you came here to ask! Sounds like you are on a great track. It's exciting to me when someone ...
acting in commercial help7/21/2008
  Q: i am thirteen years old and would love to become an actress. when i was about seven i was accepted ...
  A: It sounds like you have a lot of what it takes to be a great actress. Confidence is really ...
How to start a modeling career7/12/2008
  Q: I'm 14year old. I don't even have a clue how to start my modeling/acting career.I live in ...
  A: The good news is you're young! Sounds like you have a lot of passion for acting/modeling . . . ...
Modeling/ Acting7/10/2008
  Q: hey Im Janessa, a 17 year old. Im Filipino/Chinese and Ive been secretly wanting to do modeling ...
  A: It's a good start to come here and ask all of your questions. You have a LOT to learn before making ...
Getting my daughter in the industry7/9/2008
  Q: I am trying to find out how to get my daughter into the modeling/acting industry. My daughter is 3 ...
  A: Glad you came by to ask this. You have some good legitimate agencies there in Philly. One I know ...
local theare7/7/2008
  Q: well i would like to now where to search for a local theatre.thanks
  A: Take a look in the yellow pages under theater . . . Look at your paper in the entertainment ...
Making the Move7/6/2008
  Q: I'm 16, I currently live in Belgium and go to an English speaking international school. Acting is ...
  A: It's great to get such a well thought out question! I appreciate your determination and willingness ...
ACTING AND MODELING7/5/2008
  Q: I am 10 years old and since I can remember I wanted to be an actress. I dream about it even imagine ...
  A: Wow. You have a lot of vision for a 10 year old! I'm so glad you came here to get more ...
Were can i addution in las vegas to become a actress/singer and look for an agent?7/4/2008
  Q: i have been singing ever sence i could talk and acting sence i was was 7 i NEED to find a agent so ...
  A: It's good to hear that you are excited and getting a lot of experience! That's GREAT! ...
is this a scam?7/2/2008
  Q: Hey Laura, I just went to an interview earlier today at Ariza Talent & Modeling Agency in Longwood ...
  A: I'm glad you came here to find out more. I don't know this agency unfortunately, so I can only give ...
Modeling Agency7/1/2008
  Q: Interval, My name is Mike. I was recently contacted on my myspace by a man saying i should look ...
  A: Glad you came here to ask. Unfortunately, I don't know anything about this agency either. I just ...
Too short?6/27/2008
  Q: I'm 5'6 and dream of being a model. Do you know if any agencies will hire models as short as me? I ...
  A: Yes, the minimum height requirement is actually 5"8". There are some agencies that will represent ...
modeling6/24/2008
  Q: i am looking to get into modeling (glamor, commercial/print, or editorial)... im 5'4...most agencies ...
  A: I'm glad you came here to get more information! Unfortunately, most modeling does require 5'8" or ...
required field6/23/2008
  Q: today i went to a casting agency and they charge $500 first of for the acting pictures and my mom ...
  A: ok.. .from what I can tell One Source Talent is not so much of an agency as a company that will ...
Modeling Agencies & Starting out6/22/2008
  Q: I'm 15 years old and I'm trying to start out in the modeling career and then later on start into the ...
  A: Hey Tommy Good! I'm glad to see you are on the right track. San Fran is a great market. I used to ...
first stage of acting6/21/2008
  Q: old going on 13 on a few weeks and i just need help to began because it is my goal this year to at ...
  A: Glad you came here to ask! Study, study, study! Perform, perform, perform!!! You're still so ...
required field6/20/2008
  Q: today i went to a casting agency and they charge $500 first of for the acting pictures and my mom ...
  A: I'm glad you came here to ask this important question! $500 is a lot to invest ... especially if ...
modelling6/17/2008
  Q: hey i was just wondering if you might be able to help me get into modelling as it has been a dream ...
  A: I will give you all the guidance I can. First, I need to know more about you as it is different for ...
Modeling/Acting6/9/2008
  Q: I am dying to become a model .I just dont know where to start and who to call .Can you help me ...
  A: Glad you came here to ask. It's impossible to give you advice without knowing more about you . . . ...
Modeling Agencies & Starting out6/7/2008
  Q: I'm 15 years old and I'm trying to start out in the modeling career and then later on start into the ...
  A: There really isn't a way to know exactly what will happen for you as it's different for everyone. ...
becoming an actress6/5/2008
  Q: My girlfriend, my love, is determined to become an actress. She just knows that she can do it. There ...
  A: I am actually writing you from LA right now. It's a beautiful time of year to be here. But, I must ...
becoming an actress6/4/2008
  Q: My girlfriend, my love, is determined to become an actress. She just knows that she can do it. There ...
  A: ok.... here's my honest opinion... LA is a really tough city to move to if you don't have a lot of ...
Getting into acting6/4/2008
  Q: My name is Jake I'm from a very small town in Oklahoma. I am very handsome and 6'0 foot tall. Here ...
  A: Great pictures! You have a great look and I can tell you have charisma. My advice to you is to ...
child modeling6/3/2008
  Q: My three year old is very mature,animated,beautiful,and loves to have her picture taken. I am ...
  A: It can be wonderful for babies to model, but I want you to be aware of the reality of the business. ...
becoming an actress6/3/2008
  Q: My girlfriend, my love, is determined to become an actress. She just knows that she can do it. There ...
  A: Great to get your email. I admire your girlfriend's passion and your support of her. I have a few ...
modeling6/3/2008
  Q: i am looking to become a fashion model, i don't know how well i will do with catwalk, but i think i ...
  A: Glad you came on the site to get more information! Honestly, 6'1 is a bit tall for modeling. I am ...
How do I start?5/30/2008
  Q: I love acting and I have natural talent - but I don't know how to start in a career. I'd love to do ...
  A: Hey ok... well, atleast you could get to Detroit if you had to, right? Have you looked at the ...
How do I start?5/29/2008
  Q: I love acting and I have natural talent - but I don't know how to start in a career. I'd love to do ...
  A: It's great you have such a passion for acting so young! In order to better answer your question, I ...
Film/TV5/27/2008
  Q: Hey everyone. I'm from Philadelphia and here in Philly i go to a acting school /agency. It might ...
  A: That's great that you're studying and feel ready to get experience. I don't know much about Philly, ...

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