How To Secure Your Future On The Stage

If you’ve ever followed the work of theater directors, you may notice that they often work with many of the same actors repeatedly. Whether you’re an actor, dancer, singer or model, it’s important to remember that cultivating relationships with decision makers in the entertainment industry is paramount to career longevity. If a successful director takes a liking to you, that could mean steady work for you for years to come.

So how do you make an impression on a director to help solidify your position and success in the industry? Here are a few tips:

• Try to memorize your lines before your first rehearsal. There’s no better way to blow a director away than by showing him or her that you’ve come prepared and ready to work.

• Always be on time (and preferably early.) I know I always stress this and you probably think I sound like a broken record, but in the entertainment industry time is money and there’s no such thing as being fashionably late.

• Come to rehearsal prepared to take notes. You can use a pencil to mark up your script or bring an extra notebook. Sometimes it’s difficult to remember all of the notes that the director will give, or changes in blocking, so make sure you write them down. And be sure to review these notes often so that they sink in.

• Be courteous of the staff and crew during rehearsal. Unnecessary chatter can be frustrating and distracting to others in the theater, so when you’re not rehearsing one of your scenes, stay focused so you’ll be ready to tackle your scene when it’s your turn.

One of the last rules of thumb is to always take great care of your costume and your props. Most costume directors will require that you leave your costume at the theater, however sometimes actors become absent-minded and may take a costume or prop home with them accidentally. I once had a friend who not only took a part of his costume home (a Starbucks apron) but also promptly lost it. He spent the next day driving to various Starbucks locations trying to buy an apron from one of the baristas. While it may sound like a funny story now - trust me - it was no laughing matter.

Are you ready to use these tips to impress theater directors and ensure a long-lasting, and successful career on the stage? Visit http://StarSearchCasting.com today and check out our casting calls for theater auditions in your area and abroad. Good luck!

Labor Laws For Child And Teen Actors

If you’re the parent of a child or teen actor who has begun working on projects in the industry without the guidance of a talent agent or manager, it’s critical that you familiarize yourself with the child labor laws and regulations in your state. Not only is it important because it’s the law, but these regulations are put in place for the benefit of the child or teen and are great guidelines to follow.

States can regulate many aspects of a production when it comes to kids and teens working in the entertainment industry. Before your child walks on set, make sure you find out the answers to the following questions:

• What’s the maximum number of hours my child can work on set?
• Are the hours different for school and non-school days?
• How much light can/will my infant be exposed to?
• Is my child required to have a work permit?
• Is a studio teacher required to be on set?
• How much time does my child get for rest and recreation?
• Are there any exceptions?

There are always gray areas, loopholes and exceptions. For example, many regulations are determined based on the age of the actor. However while a seventeen year old student in California may only be allowed to work between certain hours, a seventeen year old who has graduated from high school is not subject to child labor laws and can work as an adult.

Whether your child has a manager or not, you are your child’s primary advocate. A production set can be a harried, hectic environment and if a director is running behind schedule he may not want your child to get their mandated break time. It’s up to you to put your foot down to make sure that your child has a healthy, balanced and enjoyable experience in the industry.

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Do You Have a Model Attitude?

Each year thousands of girls contemplate if they have what it takes to become a professional model. Am I tall enough? Am I thin enough? Are my teeth straight enough? While many modelsagencies and art directors look for, many fail to consider the other important attributes that a successful model must have. In addition to having a marketable look, you’ll need to be sure that you’re equipped with the emotional and mental tools that you’ll need for a successful career in the cutthroat fashion industry. And most importantly, you’ll need to have a positive attitude. wonder if they have the physical requirements that

While many well-known supermodels have been accused of displaying “diva tendencies” everywhere from runways and sets to international airports, it’s important to remember that emulating this behavior can sink your modeling dreams. When you’re trying to get your foot in the door of the fashion industry, you’ll have to be cheerful, agreeable and enthusiastic to a fault - even if you’re having a bad day.

One thing that you may not know is that when you’re meeting with an agency, art director, photographer or fashion editor, in addition to evaluating your look, they will engage in conversation with you to evaluate your attitude. This will give them a better idea of what you’ll be like to work with on set. If you’re cheerful and up beat, then they know that you will be pleasant on the job. If you’re on time (with your book and comp cards in hand) then they will know that you’ll be responsible. However if you’re moody, unprepared, and unfocused – even if you have a great look – it’s very unlikely that you’ll be hired for the job.

Just like with many other careers in the entertainment industry, you may face a lot of rejection along the path to becoming a successful model. And unfortunately, it can be extremely disappointing and take an emotional toll on you. However if you go to a meeting still wearing your disappointment from a previous experience, you may run the risk of kissing that job goodbye too.

Think you’ve got a great look AND a great attitude! If so, and you’re ready to test the waters of the fashion industry, check out some of the great opportunities we have available at http://www.EliteCastingNetwork.com today!

Are You The Parent Of The Next Big Child Star?

Elite Casting Network offers premium casting opportunities for kids and teens!

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Every year, thousands of kids and teens make their acting, singing, dancing and modeling dreams a reality with Elite Casting Network. From landing an agent to booking major television and film roles, kids and teens are using Elite Casting Network to successfully break into the entertainment industry. Elite Casting Network offers kids and parents the chance to connect with agents and managers who understand the challenges kids face in the industry, as well as casting directors of popular kids' shows and networks, such as Sesame Street and the Disney Channel, who use Elite Casting Network to find new talent to feature in their productions.

Parents contact Elite Casting Network everyday to brag about their kids' remarkable success. "Once again we are happy to announce that Elijah has gotten an extra role in a film," said the parents of Elijah Bruinooge from Massachusetts. "He's now booked a total of four roles in just six months on Elite Casting Network. Not bad for a baby!"

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Unfortunately, while learning the ins and outs of the entertainment business, many parents and kids fall victim to popular entertainment scams that can end up costing families a fortune. However, Elite Casting Network offers parents and kids a safe online experience thanks to many cutting edge measures they've put into place. In addition to a safe online environment, Elite Casting Network also offers comprehensive information on recent modeling scams and ways to avoid them.

Children who pursue careers in acting, singing, dancing and modeling are rewarded with great benefits and opportunities for self-development. From earning money for college funds to building self-confidence and self-esteem, the rewards from becoming a successful child actor, model, singer or dancer are endless.

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