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Summary: on "Acting A to Z."
Review: "Acting A to Z" is the ideal book for anyone who is thinking about becoming an actor. It explains the basics of acting and the acting business in a lively, easy-to-read format (for ages 10 & up), and tells you everything you need to know to get your career off the ground. If you've ever wondered what an actor's life is really like, or if you want to know how to get started in an acting career, this is the book for you.Here are some of the things you'll learn from "Acting A to Z": • how to choose the best training • how to contact agents and casting directors • what it's like to audition for a casting director and interview with an agent • how a professional actor promotes himself or herself • how to put together a photo-and-resume marketing package, and other marketing tips • dealing with money as an actor • how to stay safe amid the scams and power-plays that are aimed at actors • tips for coping with rejection, and the ups and downs that every actor faces in his career • tips for coping with difficult people • how to decide whether a professional career is right for you. "Acting A to Z" is a comprehensive guide to acting and the business of show business -- it's an invaluable resource that should be in every actor's library. I'm an actress who has spent twelve years in New York City pursuing a professional career -- you may have even seen me on "Guiding Light." I wish you the best of luck -- Break a Leg! Katherine Mayfield -- Author, "Acting A to Z" and "Smart Actors, Foolish Choices"
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Summary: A must read for students
Review: Any one who is contemplating acting professionally should read this book. It tells you in an honest way what you are getting into and how you would be living.
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Summary: basic
Review: Helpful but basic If your looking for a little more humor and an easy to follow proactive guide with sound information try picking up a copy of Twelve Step Plan to Becoming an Actor in LA. It has been the top pick in NY this winter. Sandy Lopez
NY
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Summary: Top-notch advice and tips on the world of acting!!
Review: I felt this book answered all the different questions dramatically inclined teens ask about acting as a career. As well, several teens were actually interviewed in the making of this book. A great addition to any actor or drama teacher's collection!!!
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Summary: Andy's review
Review: I have to say that after reading this book it makes young actors-to-be to realize the importance and the committment in the field. Great book and easy to read.
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Summary: A must read for students
Review: I like this book because it gives you complete details of what actors go through, a day ing the life of one. It tells you everything that you need to know about an acting career.
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Summary: This Book Is Great!
Review: I like this book because it gives you complete details of what actors go through, a day ing the life of one. It tells you everything that you need to know about an acting career.
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Summary: Lauras review
Review: I reccomend this book to young aspiring actors. It gives an honest idea of what you will be getting into as an actor.It goes through the day to day life of different actors and shows you how they are trying to make it (on a budget).
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Summary: Good introduction
Review: I received this book as a gift. I had already been acting for a while, so some of the subjects I was already aware of. The book is a relatively quick read, but enjoyable. It covers basic things, like headshots, resumes, etc. I was most impressed by a small list of colleges with an excellent performing arts program. It covers a lot of topics, but nothing too thoroughly--like I said, a good beginner's book to open up the world of acting to someone who is unfamiliar with it. If you are looking for an in-depth history, technique, etc., this is not a wise choice. This is a fun book overall, and it definitely covers a lot of material.
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Summary: Good introduction
Review: I received this book as a gift. I had already been acting for a while, so some of the subjects I was already aware of. The book is a relatively quick read, but enjoyable. It covers basic things, like headshots, resumes, etc. I was most impressed by a small list of colleges with an excellent performing arts program. It covers a lot of topics, but nothing too thoroughly--like I said, a good beginner's book to open up the world of acting to someone who is unfamiliar with it. If you are looking for an in-depth history, technique, etc., this is not a wise choice. This is a fun book overall, and it definitely covers a lot of material.
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