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Summary: Fab for the Beginning Actor or Professional without an Agent
Review: A MUST READ for any actor pursuing a career in New York. In particular, specific advice on how to get Soap Opera work and how to get an agent.
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Summary: Helpful, yet a bit typical
Review: Brian O'Neil has put together a helpful guide for the beginner. Not much new here. For a more behind the scenes look, I'd suggest the far better "New York Agent Book" by K Callan. That book seems to have information that's new and straight from the "horse's mouth", so to speak. Still, this book may help one muster up enthusiasm to do yet another mailing...And will tell you how to do one properly, if you don't already know. It's also good if you aspire to work on soaps in any capacity (extra, under 5), and will tell you how to target the casting directors with-yep, you guessed it-mailings. A good guide for the beginner moving to New York.
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Summary: Helpful, yet a bit typical
Review: Brian O'Neil has put together a helpful guide for the beginner. Not much new here. For a more behind the scenes look, I'd suggest the far better "New York Agent Book" by K Callan. That book seems to have information that's new and straight from the "horse's mouth", so to speak. Still, this book may help one muster up enthusiasm to do yet another mailing...And will tell you how to do one properly, if you don't already know. It's also good if you aspire to work on soaps in any capacity (extra, under 5), and will tell you how to target the casting directors with-yep, you guessed it-mailings. A good guide for the beginner moving to New York.
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Summary: A MUST IF YOU ARE IN NYC
Review: I have read numerous books on the business of theatre, television, and film, and I must say that Brian O'Neil has written a masterpiece. His insight into how casting directors and agents think, gives the reader a serious advantage. Not only that, but this book will give the reader the confidence and the street-sense to have a successful working career in New York or Los Angeles. The best part is, he never uses the word "Networking!" For an excellent follow-up, read "Actors Take Action," also, by Brian O'Neil.
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Summary: This is a MUST-HAVE book for any serious actor!!
Review: I have read numerous books on the business of theatre, television, and film, and I must say that Brian O'Neil has written a masterpiece. His insight into how casting directors and agents think, gives the reader a serious advantage. Not only that, but this book will give the reader the confidence and the street-sense to have a successful working career in New York or Los Angeles. The best part is, he never uses the word "Networking!" For an excellent follow-up, read "Actors Take Action," also, by Brian O'Neil.
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Summary: THE BEST BOOK ON THE SUBJECT!!!!!!!
Review: O'NEIL BREAKS DOWN THE MYSTERY OF SUCCEEDING AS AN ACTOR BY SHOWING AND EXPLAINING HOW THE BUSINESS SIDE OF SHOW BUSINESS WORKS.
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Summary: Brian O'Neil is a genius!
Review: One of the most helpful books I've ever read. Brian's suggestions changed my life! Practical advice which will produce results.
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Summary: The Actor's Bible
Review: Second to a copy of good copy of Shakespeare, I think this is the absolute must-have book for any actor in New York, LA, or anywhere that is really interested in pursuing acting as a career. Talking about the issues that affect actors and what actors can do to not feel powerless and at the whim of being "discovered," O'Neil demonstrates how to view acting as a job...and a business...which is is. Not instead of your craft and skill, but how to take those skills and market them - and yourself - and learn business techniques that can get you into the casting agency or the agent's office or the audition...so that then your skills and craft can take over and get you the job.This is a great asset for anyone who is new to the business or anyone in a rut or to wants to make a change in their acting career. It is motivational and inspirational and a must have on any professional actor's library.
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Summary: The Actor's Bible
Review: Second to a copy of good copy of Shakespeare, I think this is the absolute must-have book for any actor in New York, LA, or anywhere that is really interested in pursuing acting as a career. Talking about the issues that affect actors and what actors can do to not feel powerless and at the whim of being "discovered," O'Neil demonstrates how to view acting as a job...and a business...which is is. Not instead of your craft and skill, but how to take those skills and market them - and yourself - and learn business techniques that can get you into the casting agency or the agent's office or the audition...so that then your skills and craft can take over and get you the job. This is a great asset for anyone who is new to the business or anyone in a rut or to wants to make a change in their acting career. It is motivational and inspirational and a must have on any professional actor's library.
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Summary: A MUST IF YOU ARE IN NYC
Review: This book is a must if you're an actor living in NYC and aiming for Broadway. But don't get fooled by its title. If you're based in LA, this book is probably not for you. Although it contains some very good tactics there's too much emphasis on theater and soap for my taste.
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