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"ACTING Qs" is
another inspiration volume for aspiring actors and a delightful peek
into the personal live of actors whose work we know so well. Twenty-nine
professional performers share candidly about life, work and the show
business journey. "ACTING Qs" is a book of practical insight from people
who make livings as actors. |
Acting Qs $13.80*
Paperback 358 Pages
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Millicent Terraine,
author of "ACTORS DIE HARD in HOLLYWOOD", came to Los Angeles from New
York to embark upon her acting career and found Los Angeles to be a
fascinating and sometime daunting new way of life. she found herself in
the great maze of Hollywood. even though overwhelmed with the excitement
of Tinsletown, there was still the intimidating task of settling into a
whole new lifestyle, finding a place to live and the right acting
classes, learning how to get around town, and most importantly, learning
the business side of entertainment in Hollywood, all attributed to the
invaluable insights of "ACTORS DIE HARD in HOLLYWOOD: Actor's Survival
Guide" |
Actors Die Hard in
Hollywood $12.94*
Paperback 86 Pages
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The "ACTOR'S
AUDITION LOG" is an organizational book for all areas of the
performing arts. It is a great tool to aid the actor in getting to the
right audition at the right time with a place to record pertinent
information such as: what transpired; who was in the room; what outfit
was worn; instinctive feeling about the reading; expenses incurred in
the audition process for tax purposes; etc. Adjacent to each page is a
blank on for current or future notes such as change of address,
postcard(s) sent, personal observations and, of course, tabloid
exclusives! |
Actor's
Audition Log
$12.95*
Paperback spiral Bound 80 Pages
7 ounces
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"THE ACTOR'S MENU"
- A Character Preparation Handbook
Whether new to the
business or a seasoned pro, this handbook provides actors with a
personal, active approach to discovering their talent. Beginning with
appetizers end ending with desserts, actors learn how to prepare a
character in the same way that a master chef chooses the most
complimentary dishes for a feast. from typecasting to reinventing a
character's story, actors discover the key ingredients that will enable
them to develop strong, believable characters that people will be
interested to watch.
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The Actor's Menu
$14.94*
Paperback 204 Pages
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The New Business of Acting:
How to Build a Career in a Changing Landscape, teaches actors how to be
smart, proactive and strategic throughout their career journeys. Lemack
teaches actors the critical, non-performance skills they need to build
the careers they want and how to apply those skills in positive,
professional and productive ways.
This empowering new book builds on the lessons taught
in The Business of Acting, while addressing how to apply those lessons
to the digital and economic landscape that is the new business of
acting.
Readers will learn the art of managing expectations, a required skill in
knowing how to act (and when not to) on the global Internet stage of
self-submission opportunities, and, perhaps most important for the young
actor, those about to or just entering the business will discover what
they must know to make a healthy, happy and empowered transition from
student of the performing arts to wanting-to-be-working, professional
actor.
Readers will also learn how to create and launch an
action plan for career success that teaches them how to effectively and
strategically use the tools introduced in the book, and how to be a
smart actor implementing their plan all along their journey. |
The Business of
Acting
$22.95*
Paperback 225 Pages
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"EXTRA WORK
for Brain Surgeons" is a comprehensive handbook of everything you need
to know to get started in the entertainment industry. Includes how to
join the unions and avoid the scams, legitimate casting companies, photo
& reume tips, how to get started as an extra, how to get your kids
started and tips on finding principal work.
"EXTRA WORK for
Brain Surgeons" also contains an extensive reference section including
set terminology you should know, vital industry contact information and
pay charts for easy reference. |
Extra Work for Brain
Surgeons $23.46*
Paperback 477 Pages
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Most "hot-to"
books are written by one or two writers, yet there are many ways actors
become successful. Carolyne Barry has written a book that incorporates
the opinions and suggestions from an array of successful, knowledgeable
and highly respected industry professionals.
"HIT THE GROUND
RUNNING" offers the most information, insights, warnings and techniques
to empower and guide the new actor: Month bu month two year plan - The
Major Entertainment Markets - Personal Tools - ALL the expenses -
Auditioning and Booking Acting Work - - Determining Your Type -
Interning - Marketing - Cover Letters - Union Membership - Choosing
Teachers and Types of Training - Money and Time Saving Tips - PLUS
valuable tips and techniques for commercial and theatrical auditions.
"HIT THE GROUND RUNNING" has the information actors need to stert your
acting career. |
Hit the Ground
Running $22.95*
Paperback 292 Pages
8.6x6x0.7 inches 16 ounces
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"HOW TO GET
ARRESTED: A Motivational story for Actors Breaking Into Hollywood", by
Michael J. Wallach is a unique book that teaches valuable lessons to
actors which included the new chapter "Myths Demystified", (the
five myths that will hold you back from success). Michael Wallach, a
personal manager and attorney for more than 20 years shares his
knowledge and advice in a stylish non-academic manner. No dry checklists
in this book! Easiily readable and lots of fun. Find out why you don't
have to know anyone to make it in this business. |
How To Get Arrested $11.94*
Paperback 152 Pages
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"The LYNDON
TECHNIQUE: The 15 Guideline Map to Booking Handbook" is a revolutionary
in that provides a practical approach to auditioning and booking the job
on the first take. This way of working is for any actor at any level in
their career who wishes to learn the art of competition. This technique
has helped thousands realize their dream of consistently working as an
actor. Here's what people are saying:
- Once I
followed Amy's 15 Guideline Technique, my breakthrough as an
actor truly began. I owe so much to this woman. -- Hosea
Chanchez, Series Regular, THE GAME
- As a
talent manager, there is nothing greater for me than hearing the joy
of my clients when they book a job. Amy's 15 guidelines are amazing!
The booking ratio for my clients has increased 90% -- Face2Face
Entertainment
- I'm
always interested in meeting Amy's students because they always seem
to be booking everything. -- Ken Jacobson, Personal Talent
Manager
- Amy is
the actor's tool. She can take an actor's talent and help craft that
talent from the foundation up. -- Sharyn Berg, Personal Talent
Manager
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The Lyndon Technique $14.94*
Paperback 66 Pages
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"ONE LESS BITTER
ACTOR - The Actor's Survival Guide"
Every actor struggles
with the frustration of when they aren't working to their full
potential. This book offers pragmatic advice on how to succeed in acting
from one who has. Markus Flanagan has starred in Biloxi Blues. He's
starred in 10 feature films, 5 stage plays and 5 movies for television.
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One Less Bitter
Actor $14.99*
Paperback 192 Pages
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"THE
PERFORMER'S WORKSHOP LOG" is an organizational book for all areas of the
performing arts, designed to document performance related workshops and
classes. It is a great tool to aid the performer in keeping an accurate
log of workshops and classes attended, expenses incurred, information
about the guest/coach, feedback and instinctive feelings about your
performance. Adjacent to each page is a NOTEs section where you can
include follow-up information such as postcards, pictures and resumes
sent; change of address, personal observations and, of course tabloid
exclusives! |
Performer's Workshop Log $12.95*
Paperback Spiral Bound 100 Pages
7 ounces
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Bonnie Gillespie,
author of Casting Qs and Acting Qs, has written a guide to help you take
control of your career. Actors are frequently on the quest for
representation. You need a manager to help guide you through the process
of becoming a working actor. Or do you?
In the revised 3rd
edition, "SELF MANAGEMENT FOR ACTORS", guides actors through the process
of taking control of the business side of their career. There is NO
secret method, no password entry system to the Working Actor's Club.
What does exist is a simple, self-management concept that allows any
actor to handle the business of an acting career without losing the
ability to be a creative artist. Balance is key, and the tips in "SELF
MANAGEMENT FOR ACTORS" will put every actor on the way to having the
best manager they deserve: themselves! |
Self Management for
Actors $29.93*
Paperback 520 Pages
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"SO YOU WANT TO BE
IN SHOW BUSINESS" presents show business from 50 year biz vet Steve
Stevens. Sprinkled amply with practical helpful dos and dont's
throughout, the book presents basic information of how Hollywood works.
In Stevens' view, "making it" involves more that finding oneself in
front of the camera. It also means finding one's true self, one's
happiness and place in the world.
"It's
simultaneously funny, historic, inspiring and educational." -- Doris
Roberts, 4 Time Emmy Winning star of EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND |
So You Want To Be In Show
Business
$14.94*
Paperback 128 Pages
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"STEP UP TO
THE MIC - A Positive Approach to Succeeding in Voice-Overs" is an
inspirational voice-over guide that will teach you how to take control
of your career with the power of positive thinking. Rodney Saulsberry
shares his methods to turn fear and self-doubt into confidence and
success. Plus, get advice from many of the top voice-over performers in
the business like, Don Lafontaine, The King of Movie Trailers,
Nancy Cartwright, The voice of Bart Simpson, Frank Welker, The
voice of Scooby Doo.
It's a handbook with
136 pages of positive essay's, illustrations, affirmations and exercises
that will give you the motivational tools you'll need to STEP UP TO THE
MIC! |
Step Up To The Mic $14.94*
Paperback 136 Pages
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Do you think you
have what it takes to make it as a voice-over artist? "YOU CAN BANK ON
YOUR VOICE" helps you discover the magic in your voice and turn it into
a professional that could make you rich! Take a journey through Rodney
Saulsberry's illustrious career as he shares his memoirs, essays and
tips about making it in this exciting business. Topics include:
- How to
audition
- Finding an
agent
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Interpreting copy
- Making a
demo CD
- Unique
marketing strategies
- Microphone
and voice-over techniques
- Voice-over
work outside of television and radio
- Commercial
and animation voice-over sessions
- Tips from
some of the top casting directors in LA
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You Can Bank On Your Voice $16.95*
Paperback 200 Pages
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