Career questions tagged acting
How could I break into the acting industry in highschool?
Hello! I’m a Highschool theater student and I was wondering how or even if I could go into the big time acting industry in highschool! I think I’m ok at acting so maybe it’s possible!
Is being a stage performer worth it?
Hi, I'm an 11th (about to be 12th) grader trying to decide his career path. I've done stage performance since I was in pre-k and it has become something I need to express myself. I can't see myself without it in my life. However, my mom says I wouldn't be able to make a living off of it and need to look at other career paths. The only other career I can think of is an art or drama teacher and she still isn't satisfied. PLEASE HELP!!!
How do I start acting? M/18 Years/ 6’5
How could I start my career as a actor at 18 with no prior experience? I really want to give acting a shot but I don’t really know what to do!
Which Career should I choose Theatre or Marine Biology?
They're completely different, but they are both significant to me. For instance, I love acting, I've been doing it my whole life and can't imagine myself without it! It makes me the happiest I've ever been and brought me out of my shell of anxiety. It's made me who I am. However, I also love the ocean, animals, and swimming. Also, for marine biology, you have to write essays, which I also love doing.
How do I become a voice actor for cartoon shows?
How can I become a voice actor for cartoon shows, and where do I go to start this career? I have been inspired by shows like Invincible and many other cartoon shows, and I find it very fun to do voiceovers. If you could list some ways to start this career and where to go, that would be wonderful. Thank you!
How do I become a pop star?
I am looking into becoming a pop star. I understand this is a bit unrealistic but I know it's achievable.
How do you stay financially stable with a career in the arts?
I am a sophmore in highschool beginning to prepare for my future. I am really creative and want to expirience new things everyday. I am very invested in the arts and would like to stay involved in them in some way. I fear that being involved will cause me to struggle in the future. Here I am involved in theatre, dance, choir, Student council, and NHS. I am a good leader and really enjoy social interaction.
How did you continue to pursue such a difficult career with everyone telling you to “have a realistic plan”?
I’m still a freshman in high school but acting is my passion and I’ve never been more sure of wanting to do something for the rest of my life so I just want to know. It might be worth noting that I’m also good at script writing which is the career my parents are trying to nudge me more towards whether they’re doing it on purpose or not. While I do enjoy writing and plan on maybe starting that way and then looking for an opportunity to pursue a more onstage/on screen job, it’s not my main focus, it’s more of a starting point. I am in a magnet school for drama so i am very involved in theatre and acting and am learning new techniques and will be doing a lot of shows and competitions for my high school years.
How do i decided what best for me?
My mom wants me to be a medical doctor but i want to be an actress or a musician. She’s afraid im not gonna succeed in the entertainment industry
How should I improve acting/vocals for school musicals/plays?
I'm a middle/high school student who's interested in participating in plays and musicals for my school. I've only been in two in the past and have gotten side/background characters and a narrator. I don't have much experience in acting and I am a self-taught singer. What are some good ways to improve my acting/vocals and to possibly have a better chance in getting a lead role?
What should be my first steps towards pursuing my acting career?
I'm already doing high-school theatre, but a lot of people after my last show have told me that they think I'm ready for the next step. What should I do to be able to take that next step? Also, my parent's wont help, so when is a good time for me to begin trying?
How to get into acting as a teenager?
I think if you want to be an actor it has a start as a kid to be more successful. Most successful actors now usually start as a kid because their parents might sign them up for kid shows as a kid and that usually grows into it and starts doing it more until their older.
How do I get into the film industry as an actor?
I am 16 years old and have been in theatre since I was 8. I am currently in my high school school theatre where we do two shows a year.
What career and jobs should i choose?
I am in 9th grade and i am just beginning to explore my future career, what are some careers and helpful next steps I should consider based on my passions and interests?
When it comes to booking jobs in the performing arts community, is it better to have a degree in Theatre Performance/Acting or Musical Theatre and why?
For some context, I'm currently a student at my college of choice, and am pursuing a degree in Theatre Performance currently. I truly love every aspect of performing, from live theatre and plays and musicals, to voice over work, and film and television. However, recently I've been debating whether or not to switch to the Musical Theatre program because I do also love musical theatre. I just want future agenices/managers/casting directors to see my versatility and be able to audition for all these types of jobs from all the areas I listed above.
Is it Difficult to Become an Actress?
Hello, my name is Alina,I’m from Arizona and I’m interested in becoming an actress. Is it different to become an Actress if you know nothing about it? Is there a possibility for beginners who know nothing about acting to get the job?
How do I find acting auditions near me?
My Name is Aureale. I'm a 16 year old African American in the 11th grade. I love acting and singing. They're both my passions. I want to one day be an actor. But I don't know how to find auditions.
Why did you choose to have a career in filmmaking/acting/screenwriting ?
How do you keep confident in your art and your work when you don’t feel original?
How can I become an actor/actress? What can I do to get there? Where do I find auditions?
I would like to know how can I excel in an acting career. Should I start by voice acting on social media platforms? Or should I search for audition opportunities? I had chances but missed them because I had no money, so where exactly can I find auditions that aren't high-priced.
How can I make it big in the music and film industry?
How can I make it big in the acting, film, and music industry? Any tips on how to start?
What should I include in an impressive voiceover reel?
Is it similar to a video reel in that it should showcase my different styles or characters? And is there an appropriate length it should be? Thanks!
how do i find out what college to go to?
hi i am hadassa i am in grade 10 and i have no clue what college to go to or what i wanna do in my future. i really need some help on that. i really love to act and i love to sing and i love musicals so where would i fit in the most?
How would one get into the acting community; what tips/tricks should I use to become a successful actor? I’m new at this and I’d love some tips to get into it!
I’ve been wanting to be an actor for as long as I can remember, but I’m from a small town in Louisiana. So I’ll need a bit of help to get there. Any ideas?
What should I do to reach my dreams to become a full voice actor?
What should I start with to be a voice actor despite being deaf? How should I figure out how to improve voice changing, specifically male voices so I can try out male characters too? When is it best to move on to audition for cartoons and movies after I start with YouTube? It's hard for me since Im deaf and my voice is annoying still but I really wanna be a voice actor.
where do i start if i want to be an actress?
I want to be an actress/model, How would you recommend getting into the entertainment with zero experience or very little? Where do i start and what connections should i make??
What is the hardest part of becoming a professional actor or techie?
Most people talk about how they enjoy their life as an actor now, but never share the struggle of becoming one. I would like to know the real process of going into acting. I know it’s not all smooth sailing so I would like to know what struggle I could face if I go down this route.
what do you have to do in order to start acting?
I'm in 8th grade and I'm really interested in becoming an actor, I have been for a couple years now but I don't know what to do to start, I don't know if I need to have money, if I need to do certain stuff first, I just need tips on what to do.
Advice for starting the acting industry
How do you get started in the acting industry!!?? !!?? what are steps to prepare you for it!!?? !!?? And what advice do you have for kids starting young in the performing arts !!?? !!??
What is the best way for memorisation of lines?
When acting or on stage, what would be your best technique for memorising lines easily?
How can I get more involved in film/the entertainment industry while still in high school?
I will be a sophomore in a couple months. I already selected electives such as video production(mainly works on my school’s tv show) and animation for this upcoming year and I took “intro to acting” last school year. I’m also in stage crew for our play and musical. I want to gain more experience and I know that these will help but I want to be involved outside of just classes. What’s the next step that I should be taking to get involved and gaining experience?
What are things I should avoid when auditioning?
How do I get into acting? What’s the best way to find an audition? What are things I should avoid when auditioning? Is there any extra advice you may have?
Do I have to stick to just one thing?
I know that I want to go into the entertainment industry but I’m not sure if I want to animate, direct, or act. Is it possible to do all three and still be successful? Also if I can’t but I’m also not sure which I want to stick with, what should I do when selecting my major?
What should I do if I want to Become an actor in musicals?
I love to do musicals but I don’t Know how could even achieve this dream of mine it feels too out of reach. But I am in musical theater and voicemail techniques at my high school.
What is the best way to start an acting career as a teen without breaking the bank?
I want to start getting into acting, for example as an extra in a show, but since I live in a place where that doesn’t happened much, it’s hard to do anything without having to put in a lot of money
How do I start my directing career?
What are some ways you can build credibility as a new director in film? Is getting a major in film needed to be a successful director?
