There are shows where kids do not need to be a Triple Threat (singer, dancer, actor) but most shows are looking for those select kids who can do it all and do it well!
This does not mean just adequate in any of the talents. Children must be a “10″ as a singer, as a dancer […]

Does your child have a great voice? Can he or she do characters or “weird” voices? Does your child love to read out loud and put “energy and personality” into their reading? Is your child’s reading level above their age level? Is your child shy or nervous in front of an audience or adults? […]

Many parents ask if working as an “extra” or background player, is a good way to get started in the business. I encourage it as it is the best “on the job” training you and your child can get (and you get paid). Working background has some great benefits
including:
-Learning set etiquette, industry terminology, working as […]

Try to get your child  in school plays and high school drama classes, You can also find  classes and/or productions through your local community colleges theatre arts/drama programs, in community theatre, and in films made by students at local universities without any prior experience (all of these performances are acceptable on a resume).
 
These are free […]

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Talent Mgr. Pleads Guilty to Annoyance / Molestation Joshua Werkman could face a year in jail for child annoyance/molesting.
March 13, 2008
By Nicole Kristal
Los Angeles-based talent manager Joshua Werkman, who formerly represented child actors such as twins Dylan and Cole Sprouse (The Suite Life of Zack & Cody), pleaded […]

Try to get your child in school plays and high school drama classes, You can also find classes and/or productions through your local community colleges theatre arts/drama programs, in community theatre, and in films made by students at local universities without any prior experience (all of these performances are acceptable on a resume).
These […]

1. UNDERSTAND THE INDUSTRY
Before you enter it, become an expert (or at least well informed) on the acting/ modeling industry.
Read books on the biz, articles on the Internet, talk to as many parents of young actors and models as you can and talk to as many agents, managers and casting people as you can! Now […]

Pilot season is on the horizon. Actors can boost their chances by planning now for this active time in the TV industry. Whether you travel to Los Angeles for auditions, or live in Hollywood-land already  you need to be ready. All major markets have busy seasons (New York has the 2nd biggest pilot season) so […]

Some of the warning signs may indicate a scam or a less then legitimate or poorly run modeling agency. It does not necessarily mean that they are not legitimate operations but be sure to ask lots of questions.
*Newspaper classified ad or display ad looking for any kind of model or talent other than nude glamour […]

If you are going to get your children involved in the acting or modeling business, you must be willing to be patient and understanding of the uncertainty of your child’s behavior that day. NEVER get upset or frustrated with your child. Casting directors are aware that children/babies are not always comfortable in new surroundings and […]