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This chat lounge is hosted by actress and author K Callan. Ms. Callan's acting career includes work in feature films such as "Joe," "A Touch of Class," "American Gigolo," and "The Onion Field"; television movies and miniseries, including "Mr. Murder," starring Stephen Baldwin, which aired on ABC-TV; TV series -- Ms. Callan played Superman's mom on ABC Television's "Lois & Clark" -- and theater. Her books include: How to Sell Yourself As an Actor,(now available in the brand new 4th edition) Directing Your Directing Career and The Script Is Finished, Now What Do I Do?.
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A general note to everyone:
If you have read through all these letters, you will see that I answer the same questions over and over...for the most part...and what I say is read "How to Sell Yourself as an Actor."
I wrote the book to answer these questions. There is no point in my taking time to do it all again on this page.
If you want a career in the business and don't know how to go about it, regardless of your age, if you read this book, it will answer a lot of your questions.
After you have read the book, you will not only be more
informed, you will be able to ask more specific questions that might not have been covered.
I don't reply to private e-mail addresses because I just don't have time.
Do take time to read all the other letters and answers, you will find them educational.
Good luck everyone.
K Callan
Ref 2421. dear miss callan just writing to say thanks for the advice,
since I wrote I have now got a new agent and I am working on a book called Rachael's Poems of Emotions,
One of my friends said to me the other day that's how I will become famous because they are so heart warming poems.
Also I've been told I might have to go back in to hospital for another operation on my foot and possabily my hip to so at the moment I am very worried about that .
reflecting on what you said I don't know wether to keep fighting for this dream becuase I know it takes a while but with me its got a less chance of happening .
All I have ever wanted out of life is to walk normaly but I now no that isn't going to happen so therefore all I want to do is make my parents and people in general proud of me and am willing to do all it takes, But whatever happens it I achieve it I achieve if don't I don't
college is proving very tiring but I know that if I want to study drama I have to get threw this 1 year course
thanks again k
Ref 2422. from Rachael in the chair
Ref 2423. My name is Linzi and I want to do some extra work. Ive taken classes and I had a contract with an agency but I did not renwew after the year because I wanted more time to finish school. I will be 18 in January but my parents are supportive. I was hoping you could help me figure out how to get started again in just getting some renewed experience in the industry so when I graduate highschool I can get into it full time. Please e-mail me at RoxysAngel@aol.com. Thanks!
Ref 2424. Im a 21 year old hispanic. my question why is it harder for a hispanic actor to get a job as far movie, televisionn, commercials etc. you see my point. Also if you can how can I get accesed to the "the daily variety" and "hollywood reporter" if I live in Houston, Texas, I know this carry information such as acting jobs and extras. Thank you for your time and great website you have.
Ref 2425. Dear Mrs K Callan,
I am so glad and thankfull that you replyed to my message. I just want to tell you that I am serious about my dream and that I am already taking an acting course here in Egypt that will last for at least 8 months. You are absolutely right, no one can just wish to be an actor. Acting could be extremely difficult and fun at the same time. I also thought about going to England or the USA one or two years later to study Theatre but getting financial assistance is a difficulty because Universities there are too expensive for me, getting a visa is another difficulty as I mentioned before. That's why I told you that if I want to go to the US I could just start looking for an agent.
But I guess I will have to make it first in my home country to be able to make anywhere.
Thank you very much
Foreginer again
Ref 2426. Dear Mrs K Callan,
I am so glad and thankfull that you replyed to my message. I just want to tell you that I am serious about my dream and that I am already taking an acting course here in Egypt that will last for at least 8 months. You are absolutely right, no one can just wish to be an actor. Acting could be extremely difficult and fun at the same time. I also thought about going to England or the USA one or two years later to study Theatre but getting financial assistance is a difficulty because Universities there are too expensive for me, getting a visa is another difficulty as I mentioned before. That's why I told you that if I want to go to the US I could just start looking for an agent.
But I guess I will have to make it first in my home country to be able to make anywhere.
Thank you very much
Foreginer again
Ref 2427. Hi. My name is "slim" and i am 20 years of age. As you hear time and time again, i am an aspiring actor. I did the whole high scool acting thing. I recently finished up at junior college. But instead of transfering to a University i was planning on going to a performing arts school or an acting school for film. Currently I do alot of modeling. To cut to the chase, i have a real good look for "the industry" and i get offered jobs left and right. Most of the time for commercials and stuff, but i figure that would blossom into more eventually. My question to you is, if i am getting job offers now, should i even take the time to go to an acting school or should i just get myself an agent and a manager and get the ball rolling now. Also if i do go to school is it hard to get jobs while in school or do CD'S like kids that are in school while pursuing jobs. Any reply would be appreciated. thanx.
Ref 2428. Hey this is "Slim" again. Whta schools do you suggest that are well respected by agencies, CD'S, and the industry as a whole. If I decide if I need more training I don't want to waste my time at a "joke" school, you know what i mean? Thanx again. Slim.
Ref 2429. Dear Ms. K Kallen,
I am 15 years old, and been taking acting/improv classes for for six years now, and I love it. How can I get my name out, do I have to get an agent? What kind of classes do you suggest I take next? Thank you very much for your help,
Kirsten Riiber - DramaQueenisme@msn.com
Ref 2430. I am an 18 year old actor from England and planning on moving to a flat in Los Angeles next year to look for work please could you tell me which part of LA would be the best for me to move. Thanks.
Ref 2431. My name is Amy and I'm doing a research paper on the career of my choice. I chose acting because it's something I've always loved to do. If you have the time I would love to ask you the interview questions that I need for my paper. It would mean the world to me thank you very much. huggy_bear_atl@yahoo.com
Ref 2432. how do you get to be an actress.bbybean12yahoo
Ref 2433. i meant.bbybean1yahoo
Ref 2434. How do u get to be an actress.bbybean1@yahoo.com
Ref 2435. in the life i want to become a famous actress only i'm french i'm 18, and i'm going to leave in the united states in order to realise my dream because it's my life and i know that i can succeed!
i'm very determined !jennifer.lopez3@caramail.com
i need help
Ref 2436. how much money does julia roberts and freddie prince jr make?
Ref 2437. Hi im joey and i have bene wanting to be an actor and i am 11 year old boy and i love to act if you no any agents that would want to contact me and stuff email me at lakersjmp@aol.com.Or if you no any one that could maybe be3 on a new all that or be on the one now email me please if you want i can give you my pictur. i love hollywood. i love to talk. I would go on any talk show but i live in idaho so that stinks but all my family lives around hoolywood. email me back any way.
Ref 2438. is 30 too old to start a acting career
Ref 2439. is 30 too old to start an acting career
Ref 2440. is 30 too old to start a acting career?
Ref 2441. EVERYBODY! Get a life FIRST! The chances of becoming super rich and famous is very small so set your sites on something that will come true. Like going to medical school, law school, etc...work on something that depends on you and not weather someone liked you or not. This way when the day is over you can still go home to your nice home and drive nice cars. Depend on yourself and education. I audition in my time off from medical school and I find I get more parts becasue i DO NOT seem so desperate. I have a life and it shows I have confidence. These people are not stupid there is nothing you can tell them they haven't heard a 100 times before. So, make it a part time thing and if it takes off fine, if not you have a life, and if you are like me it will be a damn good one. I already have a Radiology job lined up that starts at $361,000 my first year into it. Most actors dont make that in 10 years. So be smart people.......
Ref 2442. Hello,
My name is Allison Rene Brake and I am interested in singing,acting, and directing. I have been singing all my life and I now just got into acting.I am now writing songs and movies.What should I do?
Ref 2443. Dear Ms. Callan,
I appreciate your answering all our questions, thanks! I have a couple of questions myself, real quick...
1.) I know I should do all the community and school productions as possible and gain stage experience *I'm 15*, but it seems like Hollywood is more interested in beauty than those with the best acting abilities. I mean, I'm not ugly, but would it be worth it to try for that kind of thing when I am obviously not another Reese Witherspoon, etc.?
2.) I'm flying down to the LA area this Christmas, from rural Wash. state. I think it would be a really fun experience to work as an extra. Are you informed of any filming they might be doing?
3.) I am a Christian, and would not sacrifice any standards to do films, would that make me any less appealing to CDs? As I mentioned before, though, I probably wouldn't be getting any love interest roles, anyway, but I mean other than that? Sorry about bothering you! :)
Another Smith
Ref 2444. Hello
I live in Toronto, am 28 and feel that I really should become an actor. My only dilemma is that I'm no pretty boy. (Shakespeare siad "be true to thy self") so I have to say that I'm farly squirmy and ugly, but I think of suck great actors like Dany Devito and Klaus Kinski who are down right weird and i wonder how they marketed them selves at the begining. I need to find ways to market my unsualness because everybody seems to snicker and turn away in disbelief when I say i want to be an actor, even at auditions.
I wont to contribute someting unique through my acting. I don't expect to because a famous star but i would like to be a good screen actor.
james
Ref 2445. What is a good university I can go to for acting?
Ref 2446. in reference to Ref 2110:
Hi there, In answer to your question on this board...you can get all the information you need re:acting in Canada from Reel West digest. It lists all agents, production companies and services that have to do with the Canadian film market.
I am also from Edmonton and am now in LA.
There are some agents and theater happenings in Edmonton but really Calgary, Vancover or Toronto are better place to get the wheels truning. Hope that helped...just study wherever you are.
Ref 2447. James,
Just be yourself, really, that's all you can be. Accept who you are be proud, know YOU ARE ENOUGH and go for it. Don't try DO. Just do, be and then you will have. Don't get caught up in the typical "actor" drama of what you look like. I am a girl, you'd think I'd care.... Just STUDY your craft be great by doing. ACTING is doing....Your talent will shine. That's just how all the names you mentioned made it. After all look at Kathy Bates! She's an Academy award winner!!! This is coming from a girl who was Miss California because I had something to prove to myself, ever since I could care less about what my appearances. That is hogwash that's only there to sidetrack you from your art. If you're an actor ACT!!! Period!
Love and Light
Ref 2448. Ref 2445
YALE, NYC or Columbia...good luck, but ulimately it only matters that you study your craft somewhere....it takes 20 years to really become great anyway. So 4 years at a university and you're still a neophite. Just get onstage anywhere regardless if you get into a "good university" or not Try the Meisner Center in North Hollywood if you really want to "get real" and can handle it.
Peace
Ref 2449. I currently live in Dallas Tx and I am persuing my acting career but I was wondering if it would be more beneficial to have a few agents in Dallas as well as maybe one or two to start off with in LA as well. I was also wondering where I would find additional information on casting calls in my area.
Thanks, Vernelle
Ref 2450. Hi,my name is Ebony I am 20 years old, I have brown hair with, Dark brown eyes, and I weigh 117 pounds.My first and formost love is acting, I've had acting classes so I do have experience in that field of the entertainment world. I really love this and I could'nt see myself doing anything else in the future but acting in films, and t.v sitcoms e.t.c. Acting is my heart and love this is important to me and I know that if you give me a chance I can be what you need and want for your movies, sitcoms,and e.t.c. What can I do to get as far as getting a audition and a good agent. Thank you and you can contact me at Tifjif349@aol.com
Ref 2451. Hi K!
I'm Zoe Rowlett, I'm 14 years old and i'm interested in acting so my ideal job would to be an actress but i have got a major problem!... no agent! I need an agent to be an actress in the film industry right? I have decided to get the book 'How to sell yourself as an actor' but i was wondering if any agents was reading these messages and if they are interested i would be greatful if they get in touch with me by email! I am olived skined, i have brown hair i am quite short! ( no doubt that has just put me down a bit) I am probably moving next year to Canada but that is just a maybe! I would really appreciate it if you could help me with finding an agent! Recommending just one is a big start for me! I no you can't reply to everyone but if you answer to this one you could be helping a lot of people finding agents! Thanks a bunch! Zoe
Littleangel23088@aol.com
Ref 2452. Hi
My name is Elisa and I'm 13 from Kent in England! I've always had a passion for acting and I just want to know how I can get my voice heard!
Ref 2453. Hi
My name is Elisa and I'm 13 from Kent in England! I've always had a passion for acting and I just want to know how I can get my voice heard!
Ref 2454. Thanks for all your generous advice.
I am a New York actor with a post-grad from an English drama school who is considering moving to LA. I'm going there next week to interview with a top agent that called me after my mass mailing. I will be there for a week. How else, other than this one interview, wuld you suggest I spend my time? Should I follow-up with other agents by phone (of course they all say no phone calls)? I don't have television experience,only film, will casting directors be interested in seeing me if I have representation for pilot season (I know you said they only see children during pilot season, not new people). Also, I am 32 but I can easily pass for 26 (my last agency was for 25 and under!). Should I lie in the interview if asked? I heard that manyagencies in LA are clearing house of their unestablished over 30's. Also, should I have a reel for this meeting? I have one film that is 16mm but the others are on dv...how much will be expected on a professional reel? And finally, I'm not SAG yet...will this matter? SHould I just call the agency and ask them about the SAG question, reel, etc. and what will be expected of me in the meeting before I fly out there?
Thanks so much
Ref 2455. HI. I'm a 13 year old girl. I'm a singer or atleast want to become one.I am a great preformer and want to be discovered.Everyone I preform for say I should professoal,and I really want to but no one knows where I should go. My parents want to know how much it would cost to do this.And if I have to travl. Because there is n't any one to do that kind of stuff in:Appleton, wisconsin.I'm not someone just saying this.I'm so good at singing my band teacher sugested i quit band and get voice lessons but my parents dont havethat kind of money.Im very serious!!!!!!!! Can you sugest anyone for me or what i should do?You can e-mail me at Fireballfriends@aol.com thanksbye g2g.
Ref 2456. Ms. Callan,
My dream is to become an actor. Where do I go to get started? Anyone I can contact? Can you please help me? Thank you for your time. You can email me at: mickeymouse1685@yahoo.com Thank you again. Cory Rowe
Ref 2457. Hi my name is Tabatha Berry,
I have been looking for a way to become a singer from the time i was
about 5. I was i choir in fourth and fifth grade and now i am in ninth. I practice averyday and kareoke on Fridays. I ws at one time recording at a studio not far from where i live in Vinton, Louisiana
70668. please help me!
Ref 2458. Hi my name is Tabatha Berry,
I have been looking for a way to become a singer from the time i was
about 5. I was in choir in fourth and fifth grade and now i am in ninth. I practice averyday and karaoke on Fridays. I was at one time recording at a studio not far from where I live in Vinton, Louisiana
70668. Please help me! If you want to give me a chance you can reach me at www.hazel87jac@aol.com
Ref 2459. Hi my name is Allie.
I live in Minnesota and I love to act! The only problem is, I'm 13 and my parents have not much money saved up for college. The only thing is they can't send me to an acting school or even a few classes.
My Drama teacher says I was born to act, but I can't afford it!!
Please help Me!!
e-mail me at: sweetangel512@juno.com
Ref 2460. hi, how are you. i have 6 years old son. he is very good at acting.even his school and his church told me to send him to acting school or screening....i live in south carolina. i would like to take him to hollywood this summer to discover his talent. would you show me how, when, and where to start. thanks a lot for a response !!!tititran@emeraldis.com
Ref 2461. hey, i was just wondering how to get started becoming a model or actor, i live in Alva Oklahoma,and i hate it here, i want to go to a decent school such and NYU or seattle university, i am 14 years old and my family aways says i can pull of anything such as mohawks, green hair, anything that involves looks so well email me at abnormal_alien@hotmail.com
Ref 2462. hey, i was just wondering how to get started becoming a model or actor, i live in Alva Oklahoma,and i hate it here, i want to go to a decent school such and NYU or seattle university, i am 14 years old and my family aways says i can pull of anything such as mohawks, green hair, anything that involves looks so well email me at abnormal_alien@hotmail.com my name is Dakota States
Ref 2463. Im ten years old and i want to become an actor can you help
Ref 2464. Hi, I'm a 13 girl who currently lives in Japan(I'm american). I have always wanted to be an actress, but my family moves every 2 or 3 years. I have never been in one place for more than 3 years, so I was wondering how I can get jobs overseas. Thanks for your time, Please e-mail me at star_soup@hotmail.com
Ref 2465. I'm from Ohio...how do I get into show buissiness?
Ref 2466. how can i get in to acting?
Ref 2467. Well my name i Sarah and i live in Toronto,Ontario(Canada)
always wanted to be an actress and i hope that someday i can act like the rest of you an do my best to try to please a director and
I Love You
Ref 2468. hi my name is antoinette rackley and i have wanted to do acting since i was eight years old because i have always been told that i will be a good acter how i act when am in trouble or when i am playing. I am 11 years old i am about 4,10 carmel, and i wanted to know if someone could help me start somthing that i realy love
Ref 2469. Hi, I was wondering what one needs to become an actress? If I read and teach myself a little more, or if college credits are required? I was also wondering if it is not possible to become an actress since I have never took any drama classes in high school or anything, I am a senior now and the end of the year approaches quickly. I have always had a great interest in acting but I have some reasons on why i didn't take classes or get into plays during high school, now i regret not doind so. So can i still become an actress? Is college credits required?
Ref 2470. Hi K
Remember the poetry book I was telling you about that I am writing
well I have nearly got 50 writen one including tributes to Teri Hatcher and dean cain
I decided to write it because I want in to be an in sight to who
I am and what my out look on life is given the fact I have cerebal palsy and am in a chair
Ref 2471. i am 14 years old and i want to be in liek a tv series or soemthing liek lizzie maguire or something like that. i think it would be really fun. i dont know how to start or sign up for anything. my e-mail address is eminems_gurl5988@yahoo.com. please help me
Ref 2472. Hello, my name is Caitlin Elyse Lydic and I really would love to become an actress in Hollywood. I've always wanted to be an actress, but only right now I have been thinking about it alot! I dream of being in movies and seeing my name on posters and credits. I want to become an actress right now, but Im not sure that it is possible. You see, I think you would have to pay for it and my family is well off, but we would not be able to pay for somthng like that. So, as you can see Im in a tight spot. Now, what I need to know is how I can be an actress, what I have to do to get started. I live in Pinewood(close to Sour Lake) Texas. Ive been in "Childrens Preformance Company" & "Beaumont Community Players", so im experienced. Now, I need your help to become an actress, If you have any kind of information about it, I would be very much obliged if you would E-Mail me at cait14lin87@yahoo.com. Thankyou
Ref 2473. Hello, my name is Caitlin Elyse Lydic and I really would love to become an actress in Hollywood. I've always wanted to be an actress, but only right now I have been thinking about it alot! I dream of being in movies and seeing my name on posters and credits. I want to become an actress right now, but Im not sure that it is possible. You see, I think you would have to pay for it and my family is well off, but we would not be able to pay for somthng like that. So, as you can see Im in a tight spot. Now, what I need to know is how I can be an actress, what I have to do to get started. I live in Pinewood(close to Sour Lake) Texas. Ive been in "Childrens Preformance Company" & "Beaumont Community Players", so im experienced. Now, I need your help to become an actress, If you have any kind of information about it, I would be very much obliged if you would E-Mail me at cait14lin87@yahoo.com. Thankyou
Ref 2474. Hello, my name is Caitlin Elyse Lydic and I really would love to become an actress in Hollywood. I've always wanted to be an actress, but only right now I have been thinking about it alot! I dream of being in movies and seeing my name on posters and credits. I want to become an actress right now, but Im not sure that it is possible. You see, I think you would have to pay for it and my family is well off, but we would not be able to pay for somthng like that. So, as you can see Im in a tight spot. Now, what I need to know is how I can be an actress, what I have to do to get started. I live in Pinewood(close to Sour Lake) Texas. Ive been in "Childrens Preformance Company" & "Beaumont Community Players", so im experienced. Now, I need your help to become an actress, If you have any kind of information about it, I would be very much obliged if you would E-Mail me at cait14lin87@yahoo.com. Thankyou
Ref 2475. Hello, my name is Caitlin Elyse Lydic and I really would love to become an actress in Hollywood. I've always wanted to be an actress, but only right now I have been thinking about it alot! I dream of being in movies and seeing my name on posters and credits. I want to become an actress right now, but Im not sure that it is possible. You see, I think you would have to pay for it and my family is well off, but we would not be able to pay for somthng like that. So, as you can see Im in a tight spot. Now, what I need to know is how I can be an actress, what I have to do to get started. I live in Pinewood(close to Sour Lake) Texas. Ive been in "Childrens Preformance Company" & "Beaumont Community Players", so im experienced. Now, I need your help to become an actress, If you have any kind of information about it, I would be very much obliged if you would E-Mail me at cait14lin87@yahoo.com. Thankyou
Ref 2476. hello, this is caitlin agian, i just want to apoligize for putting my entery in there so mant times i didnt think that it worked.
Ref 2477. Hello, my name is Lauren, I am 14 years old, and I live in Texas. I was wondering what qualities I should have to be an actress. I am good at acting and I love it. I think that some day I will try to become a famous actress because I love it so much but I do not know how to get "discovered." I read about how actors started in famous movies such as Harry Potter and they did not really have any experience. All they performed in were school plays. If you could just answer my question of how I could get discovered, you would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks much,
Lauren Waw
Ref 2478. Hi my name is Sheila Jones from califrona but i live in new york now.The reason i'm writting is because i want to be an actress.It's been a life long dream of mine and i just wanted to know if you can help someone like me with very little money make my dreams come ture.
Ref 2479. Hi it's Sheila again i wanted to give you my e-mail address so that maybe you can help me out.sheijon7@aol.com. Thank you.
Ref 2480. how can i speak with a french accent
Ref 2481. hello. my name is megan. i have wanted to be a kid actress since i was 7 years old. now im 13, and i really want to be discovered. ive been to hollywood before. and i have a lot of talents. i can cry on cue, and a lot of other stuff. i am a daredevil, well, sort of.
i just want to be in a movie, show, anything!!! im so desperate.
plz, email me! dolphin112489@aol.com plz and thank you!!!!
Ref 2482. hello. my name is megan. i have wanted to be a kid actress since i was 7 years old. now im 13, and i really want to be discovered. ive been to hollywood before. and i have a lot of talents. i can cry on cue, and a lot of other stuff. i am a daredevil, well, sort of.
i just want to be in a movie, show, anything!!! im so desperate.
plz, email me! dolphin112489@aol.com plz and thank you!!!!
Ref 2483. Hello, I would love to become like you other ones but don't you have to start of on someting to get to the big acting career, i mean acting in theatrical stuff or even going to speech and drama, it will get you the ticket to become a star, as for me i am just a 13 year old boy that has a dream of becoming an actor or a writer (i'm already starting a book, its called 'the curse of kamre's key'). so see yea later all of yea.
Ref 2484. heey my name is erick,, im only 15 years old and have striving to make it big one day but dont know how to start since i have no support just my hard will to succeed , please help and tell me what i should do Eze515@aol.com
Ref 2485. heey my name is erick,, im only 15 years old and have striving to make it big one day but dont know how to start since i have no support just my hard will to succeed , please help and tell me what i should do Eze515@aol.com
Ref 2486. heey my name is erick,, im only 15 years old and have striving to make it big one day but dont know how to start since i have no support just my hard will to succeed , please help and tell me what i should do Eze515@aol.com
Ref 2487. Hi,
My name is Alex and I live in Jacksonville Flordia and Im 12 years old going on 13. Ive never been to acting school and ive only been in one play which was Harry Potter. I never really have wanted to go to acting schools just straight to the auditions for movies that hit the big screen. I know I dont need the practice because I'll tell you what i bet you will never see better facial expressions than what I do. Im known to make a story or script come alive. My role model is Britney Murphy, she played wounderfully in "Dont Say a Word". The thing is I dont like to be in plays. But I mostly like to act is Drama type Action or even horor movies. Ive never gone for an adution. I really dont know who you are other than your helping people. Please dont recomend any books I want awnsers from you Im not wanting to be an actress for the money even though it would be kinda nice im doing it because I enjoy it.. I need to know where to get a good agent that cares and has handeled with this kinda situation befor, one that has actually made an actor or actress famous. Please help me I know Im asking what everone else is asking but I have been waiting for an awnser all my life, I may be only be 12 years old but I am very good at what I do... Im begging you with all my heart if you would email me back at this address- Afd1990@aol.com thank you so much.
P.S.-I know you said you dont have time to reply to these kinda email addresses but if you could it would mean so much to me ....
Alex Daniell
Ref 2488. Hi,
My name is Alex and I live in Jacksonville Flordia and Im 12 years old going on 13. Ive never been to acting school and ive only been in one play which was Harry Potter. I never really have wanted to go to acting schools just straight to the auditions for movies that hit the big screen. I know I dont need the practice because I'll tell you what i bet you will never see better facial expressions than what I do. Im known to make a story or script come alive. My role model is Britney Murphy, she played wounderfully in "Dont Say a Word". The thing is I dont like to be in plays. But I mostly like to act is Drama type Action or even horor movies. Ive never gone for an adution. I really dont know who you are other than your helping people. Please dont recomend any books I want awnsers from you Im not wanting to be an actress for the money even though it would be kinda nice im doing it because I enjoy it.. I need to know where to get a good agent that cares and has handeled with this kinda situation befor, one that has actually made an actor or actress famous. Please help me I know Im asking what everone else is asking but I have been waiting for an awnser all my life, I may be only be 12 years old but I am very good at what I do... Im begging you with all my heart if you would email me back at this address- Afd1990@aol.com thank you so much.
P.S.-I know you said you dont have time to reply to these kinda email addresses but if you could it would mean so much to me ....
Alex Daniell
Ref 2489. Oh hi, its me again..umm,if you do recommend a good agent that isnt a whole lot of money how do i get to the auditions is there a certain i would have to go? Wold alot of people be watching?? Please awnser my questions..Thanx,
Alex Daniell
Ref 2490. Hi,
I'm 14 and I am really interested in acting. I live in a small town in Australia and don't really have any idea of what steps to take. I haven't had much experience and I am looking for anything at all that could help me achieve my dream.
Chelsea
Ref 2491. Hello my name is Summer Cheyenne , and I always wanted to act and sing , im good at actting and singing in front of strangers without being shy . My Aunt is letting me go to actting school in Galvenstone Close by Christmas time . If that dosent work I dont know what I will do . I live in a very small town with the name of Jewett Tx . I am 12 yrs old , and waiting forever to be discovered . Please help me .
Thank you .
Ref 2492. Whatis the average salary for actresses and what type of equipment do they use?
Ref 2493. Whatis the average salary for actresses and what type of equipment do they use?
Ref 2494. hi my name is Jessie Streeter and I am doing a report on the production of plays and how much their salary is
Ref 2495. i was wondering if you could help me in any way
Ref 2496. Hello I am 18 in 2 months and I have always been interested in becoming a singer or a famous actor I live in a little town called Galivants Ferry SC. I know its not up to me if you respond or not but please dont leave me hanging I have been told by drama teachers and chorus instructors that I have a lovely voice, I am a boy. But I hope that does not ruin my chances at stardom any. I am very enthusiastic and I am willing to do what ever it takes to become an actor. So see ya Later. Peace
Ref 2497. Hello my name is Joshua Orr. I am 18 in 2 months and I have always been interested in becoming a singer or a famous actor I live in a little town called Galivants Ferry SC. I know its not up to me if you respond or not but please dont leave me hanging I have been told by drama teachers and chorus instructors that I have a lovely voice, I am a boy. But I hope that does not ruin my chances at stardom any. I am very enthusiastic and I am willing to do what ever it takes to become an actor. So see ya Later. Peace
Ref 2498. hello , i would like to find out ,im in los angeles and i have a 4 months old baby boy and would like to find him an agent if you could please give me a hand whitch agency or agent is good
Ref 2499. Hi Mrs. Kallan, I've got to say your books have really aided me a lot and I feel that it has helped me come really far, from getting my first agent, to finding work for myself. My name is Andrew, I'm from NYC, I'm 19 (in other words I'm 16-24, lol), and I'm still searching for my big break (but any kind of break will do). My question deals with pilots. I recently shot a great pilot, with a good plot and reasonably good actors. It was edited and even premiered on a big screen at Ramapo college in NJ. It got a great reaction and I especially recieved GREAT feedback on my performance. The problem is that the project wasn't backed by any production company like many pilots commonly are (according to my acting teacher) and therefore didn't have much industry visibility. And many of the industry people that we invited to the premiere didn't come. I (and many other people) feel that it is a great story and probably could get picked up if the right people see it. I was wondering if you could give me some ideas about marketing this sitcom or at least how do I get it in front of people that can do something about it (producers, network people, etc.).I'm not the producer but he has given me a lot of liberty in helping with the business side of things. After all, I do have a vested interest in it.
Also in How to Sell Yourself as an Actor, you say that booking a sitcom pilot can be very good for an actor's year regardless of if it gets picked up or not. I would like to know how could I make this pilot advantageous if it doesn't get picked up? I'd really appreciate your input. Thanks in advance.
-Andrew
Sparxhova@msn.com
Ref 2500. Wow I know the chances of you reading this is actually slim to none. But, I just wanted to let everyone know out there that they will see me soon because I am going to become a great actress. Even though some people have told me that I don't have the looks, I will prove to them that I can do it. To everyone out there- It doesn't take good looks to become a good actor/actress, It takes time, hard work, and effort. If you have enough hope, ambition, and love in you..than you can become an actor ..very easily. Well, I guess I will see you in show buisness ; )!
-Actress4e-
aka Erin Murphy
Ref 2501. I know that i really don't have a chance of becoming an actress there must be over 10,000 people who would love to be in the acting business. Though my acting skills aren't very high. I was a duck and a munchkin in both my school plays but i suppose that doesn't mean that i'm not good. I know that i can accomplish being an actress if i really set my mind to it. But i know that my chances of becoming a actress are 1 to a million so i'm not expecting anything big or yet anything at all. Though just for one day to say that's me, me on TV. would be my dream come true. Thank you for taking your time at reading my message i really appreciate it!
-Justine-
rockintheworld07@yahoo.com
Ref 2502. Hello. My name is Mily and I am 13 years old. I really admire what you are doing with this web sight. I have been acting in school plays ever sence I was 5 years old. Before that I would make up little plays with my older cusin, we were very close. Right now I am in an acting school and am doing really well. Sence I have learn't a lot in acting I decided to look onto my future and try out profeshional acting. The problem is, there usually is, that I live on a little island close to Vancouver. I have been trying to find a good agency to give my resemé to. I have been looking on the internet for one but havn't been able to find one. My parents have been trying to help me and they totally agree with me which is good. Would you recomend any agencys that I could use. I wouldn't mind if you could email me aswell because you sound like a really cool person to talk to about acting. My email is gummybear3@smileyface.com.
~Mily~
Ref 2503. Hello K Callan!
Wow...I have to admit how impressed I am to see how dedicated you are to answering all these questions from us "civillians"! Thank you for that.
My name is Annabelle and I am a twenty year old, living in Baltimore, Maryland. I've been performing (singing, dancing, acting...or just taking on characters around the house to get smiles from friends and family) since I first felt the absolute rush of garnering attention -- which was at a very young age. It wasn't until recently that I finally decided to do myself the favor of actually giving professional acting a shot. I knew I would regret throwing away that passion for I have for performing. I also know that the obstacles in front of me seem particularly intimidating because, in my circle of aquaintances, I'm the person who seems to know the most about acting and the process of getting work (and believe me...that isn't saying a lot about what I know!) I picked up your book for actors at the bookstore yesterday and finished reading it this morning; thus far it is the most informative resource for beginning actors that I have come across!
I did have one question and it has to do with comp cards. Do you know if it is a good idea to send a comp card in along with one's headshot and resume?
Thank you for your time and have a wonderful year in 2003!
Sincerely,
Annabelle
Ref 2504. Hello Mr.K,
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Ref 2509. Mr. K,
My name is Kaine, I have been very seriously considering acting and modeling. I was wondering how to best go about this. Are there certain individuals to contact. Please advise.
Ref 2510. ^ITS MRS K.lol
Ref 2511. Dear Mr. K,
My name is James Jones. I am 13 years old,and live in Winchester, Ky.
I was wondering:
1. Who would I contact to became a actor?
2. What would the amount of cash would I recieve in one month?
3. As you know I am a minor who would my pay check go to? ( Who would be responsible for my pay check, because I could not get it cashed )?
4.As being a minor would I have the privolige to do stunt acts?
5. Would I recieve insurence?
6. Would I have to go to college to become a actor.
Please Mr. K, try your best to answer each question. I really need number one answered.
Please email me at Famteresa@aol.com
Ref 2512. Dear Mr. K,
My name is James Jones. I am 13 years old,and live in Winchester, Ky.
I was wondering:
1. Who would I contact to became a actor?
2. What would the amount of cash would I recieve in one month?
3. As you know I am a minor who would my pay check go to? ( Who would be responsible for my pay check, because I could not get it cashed )?
4.As being a minor would I have the privolige to do stunt acts?
5. Would I recieve insurence?
6. Would I have to go to college to become a actor.
Please Mr. K, try your best to answer each question. I really need number one answered.
Please email me at Famteresa@aol.com
Ref 2513. Dear Mr. K,
My name is James Jones. I am 13 years old,and live in Winchester, Ky.
I was wondering:
1. Who would I contact to became a actor?
2. What would the amount of cash would I recieve in one month?
3. As you know I am a minor who would my pay check go to? ( Who would be responsible for my pay check, because I could not get it cashed )?
4.As being a minor would I have the privolige to do stunt acts?
5. Would I recieve insurence?
6. Would I have to go to college to become a actor.
Please Mr. K, try your best to answer each question. I really need number one answered.
Please email me at Famteresa@aol.com
Ref 2514. Do u guys realize that K Callen is a WOMAN!!!!
Ref 2515. hi i live in london am a medical student,but i want to add other things like singing or acting .i will be glad if u can help me my mobile no is 07947720177.u can contact me at any time.
Ref 2516. hi i live in london am a medical student,but i want to add other things like singing or acting .i will be glad if u can help me my mobile no is 07947720177.u can contact me at any time.
Ref 2517. I am an theatrical actress living in SLC, Utah. I would like to break into the booming film industry here. I have met w/an local agent and was told that I would have to take a class they offer ($450) before they would sign me. The agency is regestered w/SAG. Is this a scam?
Ref 2518. Dear K,
Well, its been a while since I posted here, and I sincerely doubt that you'll remember me (there are SO many posts here now, and I think my last one appeared in Drawer 31!) but I just wanted to let you know that I'm still ploughing forward on that Australian/UK film and its actually moving along on the right track - will wonders never cease?! We have a distribution rep, and co-producer, and three more high profile cast. And "patience" is still my buzz-word. (I have since worked out that's one of my major lessons this lifetime!)
My acting career has kick-started again, with a recent role in a BBC mini-series which aired in the UK in December 2002. So 2003 is shaping up to be a great year and I just wanted to thank you again for your support and advice. I did buy "How to Sell Yourself as an Actor", and found it to be a brilliant resource (despite being in Australia - the principals are the same wherever you are), but then I lent my copy to someone and it never came back! So I'm going to have to buy another one ... but the investment is definitely worth it as it is a book that you can go back to again and again. I highly recommend it to anyone working or looking to work in this highly competitive and sometimes bewildering industry.
I hope all is going well with you and thank you for continuing to give back to the industry via services such as this. I was lucky enough to have a highly experienced mentor in the late British actor, Sir Nigel Hawthorne for 4 years prior to his passing in 2001, but knowing that others, such as yourself are also actively supporting the next generation coming up is both comforting and inspirational. It is a wonderful example for the rest of us to follow.
Best regards,
Sally McLean
Writer/Producer
"Forever"
www.salmac.com/forever/
Ref 2519. I was wondering if you could tell me the average yearly salary for comedians.
Thankz
Ref 2520. Ref 2143. HI MY NAME IS THERESA AND I AM A 10 YEAR OLD FEMALE. I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO BE AN ACTRESS,BUT EVERYONE THINKS I WILL CHANGE MY MIND. I KNOW DEEP IN SIDE I WILL ALWAYS WANT TO
DO THIS NO MATTER WHAT. HOW DO I GET STARTED IF I LIVE IN A VERY SMALL TOWN AND THERE ARE NO SCHOOLS FOR ACTING AROUND HERE? PLEASE HELP.
Theresa
Ref 2143
Dear Theresa:
You didn’t say where you live so it’s hard for me to give you specific advice. Even if there are not schools for acting, most schools and towns have plays. You should try out for anything you can and take any job working backstage anyplace that you can. Start reading biographies of actors you respect and see how they went about preparing for life as an actor.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2145. Hi Ms. Callan: In 18 months I have been in 3 feature films, some as major characters but these are micro-budget indies out of Nashville. I have 2 activelky running regional commercials with myself as the lead or lead male, have done 7 styudent short film projects for Watkins Film Institute in Nashville,. My question is - is any of this likely to impress an LA agent - I hear they are kind of callous and very picky yet I need one to get into larger budgeted productions out west. Any ideas? Thank You. Perry Poston perry@nwir.com
Ref 2145
Dear Perry:
Either go to your library and ask them to get a copy of “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor,” or get one from a bookstore or the website: www.swedenpress.com. it will give you some ideas. Basically any agent will be interested in seeing how you are on film. No one will care how big the film was if you are young, handsome and a great actor. Sometimes just being a great actor does the trick - - though young and handsome are more saleable traits.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2146. Hi again, Ms. Callan: I am constantly told I am a dead-lookalike for Charles Durning - a fine actor whose work I respect for many years. Is it or would it be wrong to try to capitalize on that lookalike appearance to further my acting career and if its not, how would you suggest I exploit that? Thank You. Perry Poston perry@nwir.com
Perry:
We already have Charles Durning and he is not working every day. I would distance myself from that look as much as I could. So you are the guy in 2145? Well, if you are in the Durning category it’s going to be much harder. You may continue to get more work in Nashville than you would in LA.
K
Ref 2521. Ref 2143. HI MY NAME IS THERESA AND I AM A 10 YEAR OLD FEMALE. I HAVE ALWAYS WANTED TO BE AN ACTRESS,BUT EVERYONE THINKS I WILL CHANGE MY MIND. I KNOW DEEP IN SIDE I WILL ALWAYS WANT TO
DO THIS NO MATTER WHAT. HOW DO I GET STARTED IF I LIVE IN A VERY SMALL TOWN AND THERE ARE NO SCHOOLS FOR ACTING AROUND HERE? PLEASE HELP.
Theresa
Ref 2143
Dear Theresa:
You didn’t say where you live so it’s hard for me to give you specific advice. Even if there are not schools for acting, most schools and towns have plays. You should try out for anything you can and take any job working backstage anyplace that you can. Start reading biographies of actors you respect and see how they went about preparing for life as an actor.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2145. Hi Ms. Callan: In 18 months I have been in 3 feature films, some as major characters but these are micro-budget indies out of Nashville. I have 2 activelky running regional commercials with myself as the lead or lead male, have done 7 styudent short film projects for Watkins Film Institute in Nashville,. My question is - is any of this likely to impress an LA agent - I hear they are kind of callous and very picky yet I need one to get into larger budgeted productions out west. Any ideas? Thank You. Perry Poston perry@nwir.com
Ref 2145
Dear Perry:
Either go to your library and ask them to get a copy of “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor,” or get one from a bookstore or the website: www.swedenpress.com. it will give you some ideas. Basically any agent will be interested in seeing how you are on film. No one will care how big the film was if you are young, handsome and a great actor. Sometimes just being a great actor does the trick - - though young and handsome are more saleable traits.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2146. Hi again, Ms. Callan: I am constantly told I am a dead-lookalike for Charles Durning - a fine actor whose work I respect for many years. Is it or would it be wrong to try to capitalize on that lookalike appearance to further my acting career and if its not, how would you suggest I exploit that? Thank You. Perry Poston perry@nwir.com
Perry:
We already have Charles Durning and he is not working every day. I would distance myself from that look as much as I could. So you are the guy in 2145? Well, if you are in the Durning category it’s going to be much harder. You may continue to get more work in Nashville than you would in LA.
K
Ref 2522.
Ref 2149. hi I'm 8 and I wanted to know how to be a kid acter?
See reference # 2143 above
Ref 2150. Dear K- Hello I'm Anne. I know this is not your area but I was wondering if you knew of any person who I
could contact about doing a fund raiser for a very important cause. We need it desperatly bad. THANKS- my e-mail
adress is anneblackwood60@hotmail.com
Dear 2150
For contact numbers of actors, check out www.SAG.org for their phone numbers. Call the agency department and ask who is the agent for the actor you are looking for. Call them and explain what you want.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2151. Hi, my name is André. I wonder, if possible, if you can tell me where I can find a list of contact details of agencies for actors in LA. Will appreciate your time. Cheers
Ref 2151
See 2150 above.
KC
Ref 2152. Hello Dear,
I am kumar from India, a culturally, brought up person who has little exposure to bookish knowldege otherwise I am confident and care taker for my life. I am interested to act in any entertainment media, though without prior experience. I am confident that I will bring laurels only to the person who recruited me. Please mail me:kadimikumar@yahoo.com
Ref 2152
Dear kadimikumar:
You will need to educate yourself about the business if you intend to enter the entertainment field. I suggest you begin to read actor biographies to see how they prepared and check out “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” @ www.swedenpress.com
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2523.
Ref 2154. who is the first ever Mexican actress to work in hollywood?
I have no idea. I’m sure you can find that information on the net someplace.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2155. Hi My name is Joseph Mokarzel and I am 14 years old. I want to seriously become a famous actor, singer, and dancer but dont knoe how. No i know you get this everyday and I know that you are tired of it but,I think that i have what it takes to become any of these things i want to become. I have at least 12 years in dancing,10 years in singing and 8 years in dancing..........now Im wondering if you can help me with an agent someone who can help follow my dream and make it.Im not in it for the money nor am I in it for the fame....I love to do this and I really need you help. Please help me!!
thank you of royur time,
Joseph Mokarzel
Famouspimp928@aol.com
Ref 2155
Dear Joseph:
See Ref 2143 above
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2156. Hi, I know this might not be an appropriate question, but I need help. I 'm 16 and my agent wants me to lose weight. He prefers me around 90-93 pounds I am nowhere near that at 111. I used to weigh that much, but the only way that I can get there is to starve myself and workout like crazy. Last time I did that I developed an eating disorder which I am still trying to overcome. My hair fell out, I could poke my fingers through my ribs, I lost my period, I was pale as a ghost. In short, my body was starting to shut down. Even now I am constantly on a diet and still having body image problems. I want to work but I dont want to slowly kill myself again. What can I do. Next year I move to L.A here there is serious competion to get work and be the most beautiful and the thinnest. I just need some advice. Thankyou Nicole Valentina
Ref 2156
Dear Nicole:
You did not say where you live so I have no idea what the marketplace is where you are. Nothing (NOTHING) is worth dying for and what you are describing leads there quickly. There are many talented, thin and beautiful young girls in Hollywood who are NOT working. If you are going to be unemployed (and most of us are most of the time) at least be healthy?
Good luck and don’t let you agent push you into making what you know are bad decisions for your life.
KC
Ref 2157. Hi K!
I would love it if you could spare me some of your time for me. I have been in musicals , bothing instrumentally and acting, I go to stage school. All Iwas wondering was if you knew of any big auditions in England (Northeast).
Dear 2157:
Sorry, I don’t have any information about England but I’m sure you can turn up something by researching the net.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2158. hola! i've been acting for a while but just for fun, like at home on tape or just simple plays for my mom. I know that is what I want to do but i've never takin acting classes or anything and i'm already 18 years old. There's so many questions that I want to ask but i'll hold those in for later. Ok, you get a script you read look at it immediatly you
start visualizing how to act it out right! when your acting a character out you pretend that your that character in real life so it can be more realistic right! Please don't mind me saying right, it's just that I just want direction on tips not ok do this and that. When an actor's thinking out how he's going to do the line or the whole scene is he supposto visualize his facial expressions or just make it seem real and the faces will come out?
Dear 2158
You need not only to be able to find the Upper Case key on your computer but to read some books about acting. Try Uta Hagen’s book “Respect for Acting” and make your way from there.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2159. ehh?hey!am i really chatting to someone famous?(this is really freaky!!)i want to ask you a question,how did you start acting and what advice would you give to a 12 year old who wants to act?
Ref 2159
See Ref 2143 above.
I started acting at age 5 in school plays.
Check out “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” for information not only on the actor’s lifestyle but how to go about pursuing a career in an orderly fashion if you decide that’s really what you want to do.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2524. Ref 2162. Hi Ms. Callan
I am 29yrs old and I now live in LA. I have always dreamed of being an actor...stage..film...anything. I just have this deep drive. I moved to LA 2years ago and having no real experience in the Art it was quite overwhelming and I had no idea
where to even start. I took a begining class with UCLA extentsion and enjoyed it but didn't know what to do from there. I don't even know if I have the TALENT to even make it! Where do I start first???
Bradley
bradhow@pacbell.net
Ref 2163. just an added note...I just purchased your book and it may have all the answers I am looking for....but any
other advice you could give would be greatly appreciated.
Bradley
bradhow@pacbell.net
Ref 2162 & 2163
Dear Bradley:
Your second note tells me you already have my book, once you read it, if you have any other specific questions, write again and I will answer.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2165. 7/ll/0l Dear Ms. Callan: I am looking for Michael Callan, actor,
dancer, who appeared in movies with Jane Fonda, others, What happened to him. He is originally from Phila, Pa., I remember him from dancing school. His family and mine knew each other. Callan could be spelled callen calin callin. name was shortened
for showbusiness. Any information, is he still alive,? Thank you, Rochelle
Please email to: gershonnoy@hotmail.com
Ref 2165
Rochelle:
Have never met Michael but you can probably find a contact number for him by calling the Screen Actors Guild agency department (get their number from www.SAG.org ) and ask for his contact number.
I am not related to him and just got this swell last name via marriage and my ex-husband is not related to him either.
Good luck in your search.
KC
Ref 2525. Ref 2166. my name is steven flisberg i am 13 and i want to be an actor but i don't live
in ny or la i live in canada an hour out side of edmonton Alberta and i went to the web for answers but i didn't under stand them is there any were else i can look like the paper or somthing and i've been in one play were we live and that was the only one there and it was in a jr high school so thats not to good do you have suggestions how and were i can get discovered and how do you get in commercials and i thank you for all the help you can give me
Ref 2166
Dear Stephen:
Even though you are an hour from a big production center, there may be some small film companies and advertising businesses in your town that do local radio and television commercials. Try your Yellow Pages. Also, my book “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” (www.swedenpress.com) will give you some straight answers on how to pursue a career as an actor.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2169. July 14, 200l, Dear Ms. Callan: What happened to actor Michael Callan, who appeared in many movies, "Cat Ballou" Death Wish, Giget goes Hawaiian and many more. Is he still alive, he started as a tap dancer (excellent), made movies, we came from the same neighborhood in Phila., Pa. Any information:
contact: gershonnoy@hotmail.com
Ref 2169
See 2165 above
Ref 2170. how can i get into acting without going to acting school, please, oh please can you tell me. thanks.
contact: whitbymark@hotmail.com
Dear 2170
See Ref 2143 above
Ref 2171. 7/16/01 Dear Ms. Callan. I am number 2165 on your message board,
do appreciate allowing me to post my message. Since you do not
answer personal emails, perhaps, you will post a message about
Michael Callan on the web, where I have posted a message.
Many thanks.
Rochelle email: gershonnoy@hotmail.com
Ref 2171
Rochelle:
Have answered that in 2143.
Ref 2172. Dear Ms.Callan:
How many waivers are required before an actor can join SAG? I was told three - is this correct? csable@onemain.com
Ref 2172
I don’t know the answer but always strongly discourage anyone from joining SAG via waivers and/or before he/she has some great credits under his/her belt. There are already 100,000 members of SAG, 85% are out of work most of the time. With a SAG card you are no longer eligible for any non-SAG work where you can not only pick up some money and film but much needed experience if you are going to survive.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2526.
Ref 2317. My name is Crystal and I am 13, I live in Charlotte,NC and like so many others my dream is to be a actress and when I get 18 i'm moving to LA, but for now in Charlottle I feel like I am missing opportunities and I was waundering if it would do any good to send my headshot/resume to casting directors in NY and LA? Would they even consider somebody from so far away? I want so desperatly to get in the action and find out if I really have what it takes to be a actress, none of my family supports me in my decision. Also they won't support me finacly because I have fallen for alot of scams in the past. So without any money and being a thousand miles away from casting directors minds, what can I do to get myself out on the market. I can't go to acting classes or get professional headshots done and I know its futile that you get experiance and start as early as possilbe but I don't know how to do that. I have got a job lined when I turn 14 but I can only work a few a hours on the weekend( the law). I just don't know what to do. Also your son is the absolute finest man in this universe, I have pics of him all over my walls. Thanks for your time
Ref 2317
Dear Crystal:
I’m glad you like Dean Cain. For information on how to enter the business, check out my book, “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor.” www.swedenpress.com
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2318. Dear K,
Blessings. I am currently researching the phenomenon of stardom, and how actors resist identifying with their star persona. I was delighted to find this facility to have an opportunity to propose a couple of questions. As you are a successful actress, Has there been occasions when you have found yourself responding as a 'star' rather than as 'yourself'? From the amount of e-mail you recieve, it proves the obsession almost , people have with stars. Can I ask how you manage this? Has it changed you, do you think? I would be grateful if you could find the time to respond. Thank you, from a British student, Rebecca.
Ref 2318
Dear Rebecca:
Although I have had times in my career of increased visibility, I have never been a ‘star’ in the Jennifer Aniston, Julia Roberts, etc. sense of the word and can’t really answer your question from personal experience. From my informed observation point, however, I’ll say that I think it’s extremely difficult to keeps one’s perspective and persona intact with all the energy directed toward you if you are a ‘star.’
Most people in that situation try to surround themselves with people who knew them before they were ‘stars’ which helps them keep perspective.
I know many stars who have not been affected in the least.
K Callan
Ref 2319. hello, er...i'm 16 and just want to know if u need an agent first before getting into an audition. and where exactly do you go to find agents??? i don't live in l.a but we're planning to move to somewhere closer...still, i'm not familiar with the where's and what's there so i have no idea how to get this unrealistic career of mine started
Ref 2319
Get “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” for all the information you are looking for on entering the business. Try your local book stores, library or www.swedenpress.com
Good Luck.
KC
Ref 2320. i want to be an actor how to go about it;what the best place to learm from.
Ref 2320
Get “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” for all the information you are looking for on entering the business. Try your local book stores, library or www.swedenpress.com
Good Luck
KC
Ref 2321. Hi,
I have been looking for an acting audition for quit some time. I am very easy to get along with. I set goals for myself and achieve them. I have a resume (below). I'm full of energy, potential, stamina, talent, & creative ability.
Christy Turner
Location: Evans, Georgia
Address: *****...
Home Number: ***-****
E-mail: Izybee24@aol.com
Race: White
Sex: Female
Age: 16
Height: 5-4 Weight: 165 lb.
Dress: 10-12 Shoe: 7
Measurements: 36B-38-43
Hair: Auburn
Hair Length: Short
Description of Hair: Spiral curls
Eyes: Green
Acting Interest:
Movies
Films
TV Shows
Commercials
Commercials Print
Special Skills:
Musical Instruments: Flute & Piccolo
Sports:
Soccer
cheerleading
Training:
School plays
Origin:
German/ Irish/ Indian (Cherokee)/ American
Dear 2321
You have a resume, but I don’t see any jobs or experience. That’s your next goal. Good luck.
KC
Ref 2322. Dear K Callan,I have been wanting to be an actress on Tv scince I was a littel girl .I have acted in my schools drama plays and some curch plays.My mom says I am very talented and creative,but I have recently been diagnossed with ADD .My question is do agents if I am ADD ?If not do you happen to know of any agents in the state of Arizona. Signed ,A fan.
Dear Arizona:
ADD doesn’t have to get in your way.
Get “How to Sell Yourself as an Actor” for all the information you are looking for on entering the business. Try your local book stores, library or www.swedenpress.com
Good Luck
KC
Ref 2323. Hi,
my name is Eva I live in PA and I want to be a Model first so I can get my name out there, but what I really want to do is act. I love Halle berry she is my role model she is so cute.I am black does that have anthing to do with being a model? My parents are white they think it would be cool for me to do some modeling but there is one BIG prob.I have these dark spots on my face can makeup take care of that? people say I am so pretty but that is because I wear makeup. do the modeling people need black people right now?
Ref 2323
Dear Eva:
Being a model has nothing to do with skin color. It has to do with height (you need to be tall), weight (you need to be thin) and beauty (you need to be gorgeous). If you can pull that off with some makeup, you might be able to do it if you are disciplined and work at it. If your parents are supportive, perhaps they will help. You can send candid snapshots to the New York agencies (Ford is one of the biggest) and see what they say. Most have a ‘drop in’ day once a week for models to show their pictures and for them to take a look.
If you are going to be in New York, I would research that.
Good luck.
KC
Ref 2527. what is the average salary for an actress
Ref 2528. Hi, I am a 24 year-old actress in Los Angeles. Right now, I am not signed with my agent, but he is seeing what the response will be towards my headshots and demo. Because I am not signed to this agent, can I talk to others, about doing the same? He isn't sending me out too much, and I have to bug him to get me auditions. However, if I am working with a couple of agents (not singed), I could get more auditions...is this unacceptable? What can I do to get more auditions as a non-union, non-SAG actress?? Your advice would be greatly appreciated!
Ref 2529. ZarikTajik!
E-mail:zarifjon@hotmail.com
Homepage: http://tajstudents.com
Hello drom Tajikistan,
I'd like to ask you if you could give me e-mail address of Adjai Devgan!I love him very much!he's the best Acter of Indian movei!Please give me he's e-mail!I want to write him and want to be friends with him!!!
Also please give me e-mail address of Sanjai Datt!!!
Wish you all the best!!Please e-mail me their adresses!!!
Ref 2530. how can my band become famous?
Ref 2531. HEllo
Ref 2532. hi k, it was wonderful working with you on monday, really, about the happiest day of my life, ..it being my first actual speaking job of my new developing career,as an actor. there was something angelic about you, i should have guessed that you might be from oklahoma, where my nicest friends live. i just read your book on agents, 1992 edition yesterday, on the set of charmed... now im looking for the newer edition.best to u and yours in 03, :) stephen (lester) electric_lotus108@yahoo.com
Ref 2533. Hi! I'm taking a few modeling classes. This april I'm going to new york to meet a lot of agencies. It's a convention at MAAI. you got any tips on how to be succesful. I'm trying out for acting too. Are there any agencies where I live in ohio? If anybody got any information on any of these just email me at alba_angel@hotmail.com. THANKS!!!!!!
Ref 2534. Hi Ms. Callan,
I'm an actress based in Philadelphia and very interested in going to NY. Although I'm currently non-union, my goal is to find a SAG/AFTRA licensed agent in NY who is willing to represent me. I would eventually like to join a union. My question to you is - can you recommend 3-4 agencies in NY who you feel is motivated to represent young talent?
Thank you so much for your advice,
Sincerely,
Liz
Ref 2535. Hello!
I recently received an application for a pageant in the mail and am contemplating whether or not I should submit the application for my two eight month old twin girls. There is no experience or person I can turn to for advice. No one around me has ever participated in a pagent. Where can I get information on the reputableness of this pagent? What are some of the things to look out for? What do I need to know going into this that is normally not mentioned? Are there hidden expenses I need to know about? It appears to be a pagent for beginners and first timers. Is this a good way to start out? My email address is araschdorf@nyc.rr.com. Thank you for your help!!!!!
Ref 2536. Hi,
I'm interested in an acting career but I'm finding it difficult to get a school that was suggested to me, "In the MomentActors Studio". I have tried for the past month to get someone to respond to the telephone but to no avail. Can you please suggest a website that might have information on them or at least suggest how I can get in contact with them. My e-mail is islandgurl_2004@hotmail.com. Your help brings me closer to my goal,(the number is 818-728-6740 they have not returned my calls or e-mailed info to me. Thank you ever so kindly.
Ref 2537. Dear Ms. Callan,
I am 13 yrs. old. I have read your book. I would really like to become an actress.
The problem is, I can't find a good agent and I live in Columbia, Missouri! Your help would be greatly appriciated!
Ref 2541. Hello there! Hope that your doing fine these days. I just have a question for you. You know that I'm studying to become an actor, but what I would like to know is, when your performing in front of a camera, what be going through your head at those moments? Would you tell me? please reply--- lylemajor@hotmail.com
Ref 2542. Ms. Callan, I read your book, and it was quite helpful. I am an actress currently in LA and I did a mass mailing(targeting representation) over the holidays and have been receiving great responses. My question is, I rec'd a call from a manager who wants to meet with me. He said he has a celeb client list, but they are older clients and his trying to get some younger talents he can develop. When I looked him up on "whorepresents.com" his name did not come up, which it normally does when they have celeb clients, also he mentioned a $40 a month "development fee" that he charges new clients for any expenses he has to put out. This raised a red flag for me. He said on the months I make money it would be added to his 15% commission. What do you think? I am meeting with him tomorrow and ofcourse I'm not planning to sign anything, I just want to see what he has to say. Also he has us meeting at a resteraunt cause he says his office is in Tahunga. It all seems shady to me. Any thoughts?
Thanks for your time
J. Walsh
Ref 2543. Your people, can say what ever about the U.S. and you cry about people saying what they think about your actors. That is very sick your poor little actors, have all the right but the people that pay to see they have none. So very sick thank you rvanaelst@sbcglobal.net
Ref 2544. I have an opportunity to buy an LA based casting company, which places union and non-union actors. Do casting companies need to be "union only" like some agents are? Also are casting companies profitable in general or does it make more sense to start one's own and hope to make a little money?
Thank you,
J. dasilva
Ref 2545. I am writing so that I can find out what I can do to be found. I have this dream of coming a film actress, and I think I should start young. I don't have much "expierience" but I feel like acting is for me. I'm only 14, but I want to find out how to start. Can you help me figure out what my first big step should be?
You can write to, Kirtink32@mac.com Thanks!
Ref 2546. I want to become an actress but I don't know how and I need your help
Ref 2547. Dear Ms.Callan,
I am proffessional actress in London,but with a european family ackground and have therefore no legal papers to make the transition to the US.I have 4 urgent questions :
- What are the chances to get representation, without papers,and maybe get sponsored ( workpermit) when you land the job ?
- What are the carreer chances for foreign actors in the US ? ( I
have a flawless american accent , is it an advantage to be a 'native'
american to make it ?
- Is it worth going to LA to do the pilot-season without papers ?
Thank you in advance, Tina - tinatutkova@hotmail.com
Ref 2548. how do i get an audition??????? i've all over the net!!!!!! help me!!!!!!!!
Ref 2549. Hello, I am sending this message from Toronto. I was recently thinking of trying out for Much Music as a VJ. I know that I have the personality for this, but I don't have an on TV experience. (It's a bonus but not required). I don't know what some of the things they require for the audition are. For example what is a reel? What can I familiarize myself with in order to put myself in the same league as the people who have on screen experience? Also, I don't have much of a biography (and I don't really know EXACTLY what it is). I have done a website, and one commercial for a school event (i was broadcast internally). If you could give me some advice, I think I might be able to have confidence in myself!!!! I know I have the confidence in me somewhere (otherwise I woudn't even be auditioning), I just need more info!!!! (there is no one for me to contact at muchmusic)
Thanx -
Toronto female
Ref 2550. Hello,my name is kate rudolph. i am 17 years old. my dream is to become and actress. i know it takes a lot of time and hard work, but i am willing to do whatever it takes. i fear that i do not have any expierence. I am hoping for my next year i can try out for school plays though. What got me wanting to become an actress is i went through IMTA wanting to be a singer, but they told me that i would be better actress. ever since than acting is all i have ever wanted to do. sadly i did not follow through with IMTA because my mom thought they were just using us for our money. so i guess my questions are how much expierence will i need, how do i start my acting career, and what good colleges can i go to for acting?
Ref 2551. Hello my name is Stephanie im 19 years old.I really really want to become an actress I have no expierence I know how much hard work needs to be done to make my dreams come true and im ready and willing to learn and to work hard.
if you can please help me i would appreciate it so very much.
I have another question im a little chubby because i have thyroid
problems but im working on that..so i was woundering if being chubby
can be a problem for agents?..well thank you again if you have any news please email me at crazygirl_xoxo@yahoo.com im not a crasy person.
Ref 2552. Hello there! I am a working W.F. actor living in Vancouver B.C. Canada. I am sick of this place and can't stop thinking about L.A. and moving back there ASAP. I lived there in 2000 - 2002 and really enjoyed the vibe and the way the whole atmosphere motivates to to do your craft. Don't get me wrong, Vancouver is beautiful, but it just doesn't give me anything near that bite of exitment I recieved each ime I stepped out of my door in LA LA land. Does anyone have any suggestion of how the indusrty is doing in LA whith the economic situation. Vanocuver seems to be picking up. Toronto also.
Should a canadaian girl try her luck in LA? Need advice. Thank you & bless
Ref 2553. Hello....First of all, your site is helpful and informative. You are an inspiration and for that I (we) thank you. I will try to make this brief for I understand and appreciate the time and effort you put into this site.
I began preforming on stage since the age of three, singing and dancing in public at six and public speaking at ten. In radio, I worked as an announcer/DJ for three years and hosted my own cable TV shows. I have been a preformer all of my life (24 yrs) and I know nothing else. I have taken various classes and have preformed on many a set and stage.
I am from small town BC and moved to Vancouver at ninteen. Sorry to bore you with details, but my point is that I am slightly frustrated with Vancouver. I lived in Hollywood for a while and fell in love.
Being a true artist - if I am not surrounded by other artists, I feel alone. I am all alone here (it seems) in Vancouver. Perhaps I havn't made the right connections. I suspect, however, that Vancity just isn't the place for me and my ever yearning soul. I am drowning artistically and want to move back to LA.
How is the indusry hanging in down there?
Can a canadian girl with a big heart, a dream and the motivation to see it through survive in the city of Angels, or should she stick it out in Vancouver until she's got afew more credits under her belt?
I will read your book........however - my question is industry based... considering our rocky times....I say "Follow your heart"
Thanks Babe (See ya in LA!)
EJSB
PS...What about NYC?
Ref 2554. Hey there! Everone! Stop telling your self why you can't and start telling your self why you can! You all have what it takes if you have the drive and determination to prove it!
Good Luck...No one ever said it would be easy.
EJSB
Ref 2555. Stephanie, Hunny, if you "want to be an actress" - "Act" Audition for local plays, or musicals, take acting classes but by all means buy Ms. Callan's book: "How to sell yourself as an actor" If you want to be famous - that is a different story. As an actor trying to " work" You are now a sales person and the only person who's sellin what you got is you.
Hey.....if the scriot calls for a "chubby girl" prove to the casting directors (or agents) that you are the only "chubby girl" for the part. Sell your self. Good luck and learn how to take rejection with out taking it to heart.
Ref 2556. Hey..... This is Michelle and Robin. We are both 13 and 12 and we are cousins. We have experiance in acting and we have wanted to do a production for ever!! Our grandfather has a video tape, we always made up our own plays so our grandpa could tape them for us. Being in a REAL movie would be our dream come true!! But our question is where do we start? Where do we go? Well for any advice please email us @....... sugar_bears10@hotamil.com (Michelle) all_star_jet_14@msn.com (Robin) Thank you so much and please respond to us!!!!!!!!!!!!111
Ref 2559. is adam lamburg a real hollywood agent
Ref 2560. where should i go to get started in acting
Ref 2561. how do i get an audition please please tell me were to go to get an audition
Ref 2562. Hi ,my name is Didier Leon Gilbert Matthys and i live in Belgium (Europe).my life dream is to become an actor but i dont know where to start.I dont know if u can give me tips how to reach an angency.The thing is , its hard to move there cause i will need a visa etc...but ill be in the LA area this summer for a couple of weeks to visit a friend , i hope that u can give me an adress or phonenumber so i know to whome i need to go .. i really appreciate that u ll read this and hopefully give me an idea or answers to will get me on my way ... i am 20 years old and filled with desire and motivation ... i thank you in advance , you or someone who can help me can write me at dondidi001@hotmail.com ... many regards from a man who is trying to fulfill his dream from Belgium Europe
Ref 2564. Hello my name is Colby Jonathan Cox my message is that since I was 9 months old I gave myself a talent for acting just from watching movies and I still have that tallent all Im saying is that for four year I have had dreams about being in movies and I always wanted to be an actor since I was born pleace come to my house 235 WaltonSt Englewood New Jesey on Moday. And it feels like I was dreaming adout it all my life.
Ref 2565. Strange
Ref 2566. To Ref. 2553. Iwas just reviewing your questions. Do you have representation in Los Angeles? Remember, the competition is a lot tougher here. Your going to need many things including:
1. An agent
2. A car
3. A job
Hopefully you will have money saved up and a place to stay. I am assuming you have headshots, a good resume and a bottomless barrel of ambition. You are going to need it. The weather here is warm and sunny, but the people are not. Every one has a dream and a goal. Just be sure you can cover your but at all times.
I hope everything works well for you.
KC
Ref 2567. HI Im a 15-yearold girl living in germany!
i want to become an actress,but i dont know where to start.
i would like to read your book,but can i buy it here
in germany??
Ref 2568. Hi K
I just wanted to inform you of my good news since you gave me you advice, before I do I just want to say that if it was not for wonderful professional actors and actresses like yourself and the wonderful cast of Lois and Clark people like me wouldn't have people to look up to.
Anyway back to the point I have not long finished my first filming my first tv appearanceand am currently writng a play
I hope you don't mind but I just wanted to tell you because I feel so prund, not only that I might have my next job comming up soon.
I am really pleased I can't believe my luck!
I still think my dream job would be to work with the gorgeuos Dean Cain! Teri Hatcher was so lucky !!!!!!!!!!! then again they did right to cast those two because they made people believe in the show.
I have to say Teri is one of my role models and I hope that one day I might get these ambitions forfilled (I hope I don't sound big headed) I hope you are able to read this ! and thank you again K
from the girl in the chair
Ref 2569. my name is laura rodriguez im 13 and want to be an actress.
I a beginner but i know i can do it. how do i start?
My emai is luvlaura@yahoo.com
Ref 2570. Will Lois and Clark ever make a come back ? if it did would the cast be the same (I hope so!!!!!!!!)
Ref 2571. Hi! I am a great fan of your books "How to Sell Yourself as an Actor", and "The New York Agent Book". The notion of developing and magnifying one's essence is absolutely key to success, I think, but actually doing so can be extremely challenging. I am in New York, am doing ok as an actress, but I feel with me the essence thing is lacking. I wonder if you know of a forum for developing this beyond the techniques mentioned in your book—A class, a workshop or a consultant, maybe?
Thank you!
Ref 2574. hi im a 12 year old girl and im doing a project on actors (actress) and playwright. I would like to know what education do you need to become an actress and playwright.
Ref 2575. Now I know that you get all these letters from 12-year olds who want to get into the acting business,and I know that I am crazy, but can you truthfully tell me (another 12-yr. old gurl) how to break into the acting business?I am soooooooo desperate. I want to have my own TV series. Is there any possible way to "make it" w/o an agent in a small town? I want to make it for a Disney show. Is that at all possible?
Thanx a bunch-JNAJ
Ref 2576. hi, i am 13 and i live in jersey channel islands and i hav a gut feeling that one day i will be famous, ppl always say i am good at acting and i LOVE performing in front of people, i want to do movies and/or a tv series but living on such a small island i think i am going to hav to move, i want to b rich and famous but also because i love acting so much, i also do singing and dancing, jst a few questions, will i make it? and how? My mum doesnt support me and none of my friends think i will ever be famous but i want to prove them wrong and show everyone this is what i can really achieve.
my email is laura_b67@hotmail.com, any kind of reply at all would by greatly appreciated
thanx
laura
x
Ref 2577. p.s i will do anything it takes,
laura
x
Ref 2579. How can I get an application to be in A film?
Ref 2580. Dear Ms. Callan:
I am a tremendous fan of the many books you have written regarding the entertainment industry. I have found your work to be incredibly honest, and wonderfully inspirational. Incedentally, I share these same sentiments regarding your acting as well.
To be brief, I am a 28 year old NYC actor who has spent a lot of time traveling between coasts. My wife and I have made the decision that it is the right point in my career to relocate to Los Angeles. I am being aggressively pursued by a Los Angeles Agency entitled Vaughn D. Hart and Associates. Much to my chagrin, there is no listing of this agency within my entertainment "bible", The Los Angeles Agency Book. I was wondering if you have had any past experience with Vaughn Hart, or if you have come across any information regarding his agency throughout the research of your books? I understand he has been in the business for several years, and that he is well known as a "boutique" agency. If you have any other information you feel would prove valuable, I would greatly appreciate you replying to this message.
Thank you very much for you time.
Best Regards,
Douglas
Ref 2581. dear ms.callan my name is micheal and i was wandering if suppose i had the fund to make my own movie is it possible to hire a famous director to direct my movie
Ref 2582. Dear ms.Kallan,
I really want to be a actress,but i am really shy(not camera shy).So i wanted to know if there are alot of shy actors and actresses in the U.S
thank you
Ref 2583. Dear Ms. Callan,
I'm currently reading your book "How To Sell Yourself As An Actor" and it's been very informative so far. I'm just starting out in the business so I'm sure I'll be referring back to it quite a bit w/ each step of the way. But I still have a few questions. I'm currently training in New York (born & bred in Brooklyn). It's as if being in a large entertainment market is a two-sided coin. On one side, it's great to have a lot of opportunity and on the other, it's a heck of a lot harder than trying to break into commercials or plays in a small town. So my question is what's the best place to start here? I think theater is a great foundation but it's not exactly where I see myself to be quite honest. Film is and has always been a passion of mine(I also write as well and have taken screenwriting classes). As my actor cousin said to me (pretty much similar advice you give) it's important to create your own material these days. Besides that, to start adding to my very scarce resume as well as gaining experience, would student films be the way to start for me? Should I contact film schools to keep me on file for any future student films? Do they even do that?
I'm also interested in taking a commercial workshop/class thinking it could be a good start and perhaps just a slight bit easier than going in for film right away. What are your thoughts on this? I'm wondering if just studying my craft is what I should be concentrating on now as opposed to spending money on commercial classes when I don't have technique down yet.
The last thing is is that I'm a bit older than most actors starting out. I'm a 31 yr. old female. I know I don't look my age and people who meet me are shocked to learn how old I am. I can probably play an age range of 22 (possibly younger even w/ the right makeup/clothes etc) through 28. I'm not drop dead beautiful. If I may so, I'm told I'm pretty, but mostly I think I have a very cute/pretty look. Girl next door but w/ a sexy edge. Oh, I'm also petite- 4'11 & 3/4" to be exact. It helps w/ the younger look but it's been one of the very stupid obstacles I always thought stood in my way of an acting career. In any case, I just gave up a career in PR to pursue this dream of mine that won't let go of me but doing it at 31 is quite scary and yet liberating at the same time. Any advice for an 'older' actor? You're an inspiration for doing what you did when you left OKLahoma for NYC w/ three small children. I think of your story when I'm feeling like I can't do this for one reason or another and I'm motivated once again!
Thanks for your ear. Any advice, words of wisdome or encouragement would be much appreciated!
Best regards,
Sophie
Ref 2584. Hi,Ms.Callan.
My name is Anna P.And i am in the process of becoming an actress.My question to you is"How sucessful are actors/actresses in the business"first starting off by putting your self in the "light of acting/work"?Do you have to have certain qualifications and is it really hard in either New York& Los Angeles to get work as an actress?Also,does one (me) need a connection and can you get discovered in Florida,perhaps....anywhere besides Cali or New York?!I lived in Cali but we moved to Florida.I really want to study acting and make a career out of it.I have been through the LoBlolly Theatre in Florida,and received a certificate as well as done some stage plays.And is it harder for mixed (me,i'm mixed with white and black)people...black people to become apart of "The World of Acting"?
P.S... I will buy your three books on acting/agents.
Anna P. in Florida
Ref 2594. hello my name is kari wilkinson i am 11 years old i grew up with a horible life but a good acting and singing scill and that is my dream to become a famous actress please could you tell me how so i can have a happier life and my dreams come true how could i become an actor.
Ref 2595. hi. my name is callum smith and i am 13 years old. i have done alot of acting at school and out of it and was wondering what the best thing would be to do to start an acting career. i live in the uk
Ref 2597. Hi my name is Sacha Heppell I am a 13 Year old boy and Ive wanted to be an actor all my life. Some people have faith in me and know I might have a chance to succeed but theres a problem my family is strugling at the time because my dad lost his job and my mother is the only one who is working to support my family of 4. So I could never come up with the money to get a acting coach. Ive read books and every thing but thats just not enough experiance for me. So If you could tell me how to start in the acting career it would be great. thank and if any one could help me out e-mail me at littleguy1911@yahoo.com Im in the colorado area U.S.A
Ref 2598. Hi its me Sacha heppell again I am trying so hard to get some experiance and help with acting so I can become a good actor thats my only dream I dont care if I have to starve to get there please e-mail me with some help to start in film or television career
littleguy1911@yahoo.com
PLEASE!
Ref 2599. Hi this is Sacha agian I am Going to France a year so could you tell me a good acting school?
Ref 2600. Hello, I am interested in obtaining a SAG card. I live in LA and have been doing work as an extra. Is there a another and/or better way? I welcome any input. Thank you for your time. jenninmt@yahoo.com
Ref 2601. HI I am a 13 year old and I want to become an actor but I dont do it to be famous I do it for the fun of performing. so if you can help me start in a film or television career that would be great.
Ref 2604. Dear Ms. Callan,
My name is Robyn and I am 15 years old. I live in A small town in Alberta, Canada. There are barely any film or commercial opportunities here. I have so far done only stage acting but I want to go bigger. One day I would like to go to Hollywood as well...but I'm worried it won't work out. Anyway, I was just wondering if there was a website or some way to get notice of auditions or something. Even some advice on how to make it to the big screen would be great. Thank-you.
Robyn - actress_1818@hotmail.com
Ref 2609. HI my name is Jenna and i really want to become an actress like Hillary Duff, but i am only 12. Can you help me become a real live famouse actress please? e-mail is tru_rebel@msn.com
Jenna
Ref 2610. ey my name is summer and i write my own music and i would love to be a singer like Hillary Duff. iam only 10 so can you please give me tips.thanx alot
Ref 2612. My name is Holly I am 42, I'm going to a university designed for working adults. I'm working toward my Bachelor in Human services, and at one time I wanted to be an actress, deep down I still do, but I got tired of people wanting money to expose me to the "right people" and then I had a baby (13 years ago) and I had to get my head out of the clouds and get a job, so now here I am going back to school to further my education and because my topic of interest is acting I wanted to ask a profesional the different teniques ( boy I wish you had spell check) and styles of acting, and then with your permission since it is an unpublished paper I would like to put your name down as a reference, it not that's okay I will put the site name. thanks again Holly
Ref 2613. hi this is ref.2582.My email address is tabi06 if u can give me a answer.
thank u
Ref 2615. How have computers done for you as a career opportunity?
Ref 2617. my name is jesse i have 8 mounth old twins boys, who i woud like to be actors.i come from a famous family(dad,brother)who entained people around the world.my brother had past away in feb.2003 at the age of 44,this is almost killing my dad ,i want to give my dad a new way to start living.
Ref 2618. Hello K.C!!
My name is MIA......I'm 31, speak 4 languages....world traveler....raised in mexico city and now living in Las Vegas..... I've always loved acting, I danced all my life and did some informal plays at school....but never took it seriously....I have a BIG call now.....it is too late?? what would be the first steps to take?
Thanks!!!!!SO MUCH.....
Ref 2619. Hi K,
Jim from the UK - Hope that you are well. Its 11.30pm in the UK and its soft focus time( don't ya luv Claret ). How did you first start in what appears to be a business full of crazy people, secondly what do you do when no-one wants to know ?
Take Care
Jim
PS. I have no ambitions in the acting department I know of doors that can do a better stand up than I (whoops preposition). I was just interested that was all.
Ref 2620. Hi K,
Jim from the UK - Hope that you are well. Its 11.30pm in the UK and its soft focus time( don't ya luv Claret ). How did you first start in what appears to be a business full of crazy people, secondly what do you do when no-one wants to know ?
Take Care
Jim
PS. I have no ambitions in the acting department I know of doors that can do a better stand up than I (whoops preposition). I was just interested that was all.
Ref 2621. How does an actress cry?
Ref 2624. K...I'm a seventeen year old guy and I live in the Los Angeles area but I really don't know how to get started. I spend so much time searching on the internet looking for ways to get auditions and an angent and I really haven't found too much. I did find pages and pages of names and adresses or casting agencies. Would my best bet be just to send a picture and just describe my self a little so that they can get a feel of what kind of person I am? Can you recommend any good agencies? Anything would be great! Thanks!
Ref 2625. good day most wonderful people, my name is Quintin i'm 15 and i attend Nova High school in Davie,florida i always had the dream and mind to become an actor everyone has enquired me even my drama teacher has told me i have the attitude and the ambition to make it but there is just on problem i dont have some one to see what i can do i would really be thankful if i can be notice because i wont give up until i do iam a hard worker and i dont quit until my satisfaction is please so if there is any oppertunities available please contact me with any agencies or even if your interested i would really be thankful and will never for get you when i make it :) contact adress STAFLY2003@aol.com
Ref 2627. Erm... my name is Eva and I live in Grantham, England, which is a pretty small place. You can probably guess what the next sentence will be...I've wanted to be an actress since I got out of my mother's whom. Well, the thing is she doesn't really think I'm talented, even though everyone who's seen me act thinks exactly the opposite. I am not just an actress. I'm a singer and a dancer as well. I can do pretty much everything. However, there is one small problem. I can never get started. I just don't know what to do and how to become a proper actress. I was wondering if you could help me. I'd be more than glad if you could write a coupl of lines. It'd be nice. Thank you.
Ref 2628. How do Hollywood film actors/actresses get paid? Does their money come from film distributors or elswhere?
Ref 2629. i am an aspiring actor and was wondering if you had any specific suggestions on how to really get my foot in hollywoods door?
Ref 2630. K...i just finally got an agent and you said that you werent a fan of extra work, should i be worried then if thats what my agent said hes gonna have me do that at first? is that usually just the starting out point because you usually have to start at the bottom right?
Ref 2632. Hey Im 13 and am wondering if anyone would like to give some advice on how to get rid of my shyness on stage? Id really apprieciate it.
Ref 2634. Hi...i'm mother who is trying so hard find auditions. Where I live their is nothing out here I live in Western Canada. I have two daughters who took acting and media and they are both beautiful and talented young girls . I'm also seperated i'm so willing to move out to cali but when you don't have anyone their and so little money its hard . I wish some one could help me . If their was quaranteed work for my daughter or daughters that would help me out alot. If someone could help me , I really would appreciate it...my e-mail is VictoriaGurl01@yahoo.com
Thank You..
Ref 2635. What do you think of TVI Studios? It is a glorified "pay to play"? My internet search regarding this topic led me to this site (great, btw) but my eyes are bloodshot from reading and not finding the info I'm seeking. Kindest regards, and thank you. sarahwilson777ataoldotcom
Ref 2636. Shonda78046 I want join actress and I am 13 year old and i wish beacme famous i hollywood thank If you want talk contact to me Shonda45_45@hotmail.com
Ref 2637. Hi, I have a question coming from a different angle. Recently I started theatre acting classes and discovered I really enjoy performing on stage and have started to become quite good at it. I'm 28 years old and would never have thought that I would ever have enjoyed it. I am an introverted personality type but am definentley not shy or antisocial as some people with this personilty type are. My question is does this make any difference (hinderance or good thing) to my acting ability, or possibly am I just a freak? Is an outgoing personality a better type for an actor? I suspect that it does not matter but has more to do with how much a person believes in themself. Please help me understand why I love performing.
TB
Ref 2639. Hi Im only 13 years old. I want to be someone important befor Im 16. I live in a city no one has herd of. Albuquerque, New Mexico. I dont know how to be discoverd. What acting school to go to here. My family is not that wealthy well kinda poor. I dont know if acting schools cost any thing. I want to be a star no mater what. I want my poster in peoples homes. People arownd here say my dreams are to big. I dont know where to go from here. Do you think I have to big ove dreams? I hpoe not. I really dont care what people think ove me. I am confadent in my self and the people how are willing to help me. People like you! I am going to be in high school next year. If you dont have any thing to do well reaspond if you want. I want to prove my Step. dad wrong. I am a serrose actor. Oh I can sing to. I hope I meet you someday soon so I can prove it. P*L*E*A*S*E help me.
Thank you,
Aryel Daniel
Ref 2640. O.K. First off thanks for taking the time to answer these questions. After reading so many of the same one's over and over I have to give you a lot of credit for doing this. I can't say I would do the same. That being said heres my situation. I am a 29 year old male. Thankfully I look more like 23. I have little acting experience but have been told by many that I am just a natural. That's all and good and it does give me confidence but I want to study acting a lot more. I am now living in N.Y.C. If i had read your book beforehand I would have waited till I was more marketable but I'm doing o.k. here now. I have cheap rent in Queens and and getting by pretty well. I have taken classes on and off at H.B. studio but want something more intense. A conservatory. I would love to go someplace like N.Y.U. but I talked to a counselor and she told me straight that the odds of getting accepted were pretty slim since I don't have much general education. I am wavering on going to The American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Stell Adler, or Circle in The Square. Can I ask you first off which of those schools do you think is best for someone who leans more towards (and I say this only because of lack of a better term) "method" acting. Also I know that you say that if you can it's best to get a graduate degree at a good school. Do you think it's best to go to one of the schools i just mentioned or do you think it's better to get a degree at someplace that is more likely to accept me like Hunter college or another community college like that. Thanks for your responce.
Ref 2641.
Hey!!! My name's Stefie, im Puerto Rican, I know Spanish, and im 14. As a child I have always had a dream, to become a famous actress and I know it's not easy to accomplish.
My life I have had depressing and sad things a curing
constantly believe me, but im not going to be to specific, I have analyzed that it has helped me as an actress because when I want to act its easy for me to feel the emotions. I know I have the qualities to become an actress. There are many things that i have the ability to do or become, im vary artistic, many people say, oh become a painter, or become a model etc. But Im not really interested in these things.
Something that makes me believe is that before my
grandfather died he told me that I would be famous and that made me happy to
know I had someone to count on.
Please contact me if possible just send me an email to
stefie_miles@hotmail.com.
Stefie Miles
Ref 2642. Where can you find acting auditions?
Ref 2643. Where can you find auditions for movies?
Ref 2644. what weight and height do u have to be as a male for modeling and acting
Ref 2645. I'm a 13 year old boy that really wants to find auditions for a movie in miami so if you find a place please contact me because I really want to be an actor
Ref 2646. Dear K Callan
i really want to konow what it takes to become an actor i am 14yrs,ive seen many young actors in movies, i really wish to become an actor,I am quite really good in acting,even though i live in mississagua on canada,I know a person with a goal and works hard to achieve it you can get it....All i really want to know what are my chances do i have to become one and how can i become one...
contact me at buumehta@hotmail.com
Ref 2647. Ms Callan,
I've been reading through these messages for well over two hours and have yet to find what I am searching for so I wanted to just message you. I am the parent of an extremely talented, blonde and beautiful 16 year old female version of Jim Carrey. She has his faces, his moves, his comedic presence. (He is her hero.) I've been watching her develop for years and it just dawned on me the other day that the girl has a genuine talent. She's been in several local plays in our extremely small town. I wanted to make perhaps a demo video or something showcasing her work but have no idea who to get it out to in the DFW area. I've been searching the net for clues. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated. Please email me at stormi007@msn.com.
Ref 2648. I have two questions with two parts each. First, how does an individual get print work without an agent and who do you send your pics to. Second, I read about individuals getting parts in movies on their own without an agent. How do they get these parts and who do they send their pics in order to get this work.
Ref 2649. How much money does Wilmer Valderramo "Fez" from that 70's show make per episode? I need the answer to settle an argument.
contact me at tomewarden@yahoo.com
Ref 2650. hi my name is bianca and I'm writing you because some day I want to become
an actress in singer I write songs an also write acting story when there is nothing
else to do. So if want to contact me there is no e-mail but contact me at (706)687-0810
Ref 2651. Hello my name is Veronica,I live close to Hollywood but i dont know where to start. I want to become an actress. I hope u can send me some tips i would really appreaciate that. Heres my email ad. calilove8@msn.com and thank u again
Ref 2652. Hey,
i was just wondering if you could answer some questions for me, its for a school report what do you think is the nature of this career,what is the average work week life like how many hours a week do you work and what days of the week,what is the educational requirements, what is the future outlook for the job, what are the non-educational requirements, salary, some benefits, and i need 3 addresses that you could write to for more info 1 college and 2 professional organizations.
please
thanks c.j
Ref 2653. for acting
cj
Ref 2654. Dear k. Callan,
Hi, I'm Jenn and I am a 13 year old girl who liked to work as an actress! But I dont know how? My parnets are in a low budget where we can't afford to do any activites. Since, my parnets cared for me everyday and work there but off for my little sister and brother and me, I would Like to help them out. I thought about actressing because I like it! It's fun and it enterains people, which is what I like to do! So I was wondering if you can give some type of advice! I would really like to help my parnets and if I make it big in Hollywood my parnets wouldnt have to worrry much about money problems and can afford for there bill! We have done much of family activites together because my dad has to work and my mom is out job hunting, so please tell how I can mae it big time!!!!
P.S. Thank you for your time!!! and please contact me soon, i would happy to hear form you!!!
Sincerly,
Jennifer H.
Ref 2655. Hi, everywhere i go i am told i am the spit of 'Vin Diesel'. If you know of any Look-A-Like agencys that i could contact please e-mail me at kevin@ships-spares.com
Many Thanks Kevin.
Ref 2656. I have that passion to act, but my parents don't support the idea. I am now in college pursuing a degree in psychology, but still know that with opprotunity I can do it. Any advice or help you could give me would be appreciated
Contact: jdpcheer@hotmail.com
Ref 2657. Dear K,
I am currently finishing a post grad acting course at LAMDA in London. I am a canadian citizen so I am able to work here when I am done. - Do you know anything about the business over here- agents, casting directors etc, or any cood refrences I can research. Thank you for your time.
Sincerely, Jon
Ref 2658. Dear Mrs.K,
Ref 2659. Dear Mrs.K,
Hi! I am a 10 year old girl who lives in Staten Island. I always wanted to be an actress,and I still do! I have one major question:
Where are there auditions for me to be an actress?
Sorry I meant to say two!
Who can I contact for me to become an actress?
Please get back to me on these two questions!
Thanx!
From:pepsiangel23@msn.com
Ref 2660. hi!
Ref 2661. hi
my name is wahid khan,i am from pakistan i want to be a director, vidio director,ultimatly, but i have not formal training in it, nither it is available in pakistan, so tell me how to go about it
Ref 2662. my name is wahid khan,i am from pakistan i want to be a director, vidio director,ultimatly, but i have not formal training in it, nither it is available in pakistan, so tell me how to go about it
wahidnew@hotmai.com
Ref 2663. Dear K.Callan
I'm a 20 year old working young mother every one tells me I should get my 14mon. baby into modeling and tv. but I don't have that much money and don't know how to start can you tell me how and how would be best to see.
Ref 2664. One mor thing you can tell me on Marielle@marage-productions.com
Ref 2665. Dear Mrs. Callan,
Hello. I am a 13 year old girl living in Virginia. I really would very much like to become an actress. I set my mind to it that I was in deed going to be an actress after I have seen so many wonderful and dramatic preformances. I have not had much experience in acting yet. I am intending on being in drama class and club at my highschool next year but I am not sure if I have much chance at ever being more than just a highschool actress. It's my lifelong dream I suppose, but I very much would like it if I could get some information on how to become an actress and if there is even a possible way. Knowing that I come just from Virginia and not a very film known place.
Thank you so much for your time,
Lauren Cutie21_0521@hotmail.com
Ref 2666. Dear K,
First of all, thanks for this site. It's wonderful! My 13 year old daughter has studied acting for the past 5 years, she's very talented and very dedicated. Her dad and I have tried to discourage her (it's such a hard life!), but she's determined. She's been interviwed by agents, and offered contracts (we're in the NYC area). My question is- how do we decide which agency or manager to sign with? I read where you asked one mother who complained that her children were not getting auditions, "Did you research the agent before you signed"? Is there a website or some such vehicle in which to compare/contrast agents? Thanks so much!
"Just another Stage Mom"
Ref 2667. I know that scenes should be about 3-4 pages, but is it okay that I have two scenes that are 10 pages 15 pages? Reason being, both master scenes contain a few secondary slugs which continually shift from one to another. Because of this I feel the reader's interest will be sustained. Am I wrong and this is a standard which shouldn't be broken, or are secondary slugs actually considered different scenes, therefore it wouldn't be like one 15 page scene but rather a bunch of 3 page scenes under a master? -- Aaron
Ref 2668. I've received much conflicting info. as far as how long a spec script should be. I'm writing a romantic comedy. Please help. Are we talkin' 95, 100, 105, 110, 115? Also, what is the name of the tool used at a nascar pitstop that loosens nuts that goes "voom voom?" -- Aaron
Ref 2669. Mrs. Callan,
Hello, I was wondering if 13 is too late to start thinking about acting. I have read about my favorite actresses/actors and it seems as though they had been brought up the entire time acting since they were 3 or at least a VERY young age. Seeing as how I just recently became VERY interested in acting. I would love to be a great actress but I need to know if I could. I love the idea of being a different person with each role and taking on my own view of a person. Acting is just something that is very interesting in all aspects. I have always liked the idea of being able to think I could be an actress and take on different characters. I LOVE IT! Although I don't have much experience with it I intend to be great at it. If only I knew wether I could or not coming from Virginia. Being thirteen and a number of other factors. THANK YOU so much for your time.
Lauren Cutie21_0521@hotmail.com
Ref 2670. hi,
my name is stacia and im a 15 year old girl who would love to b an actress. there isnt any places where i live to ful fill my dream but i was asking you to maybe help me. please write back.
Ref 2671. this is stacia again if i dont here from you soon would you please email me back....lil_shortay_holla@hotmail.com....
Ref 2672. Mrs. Callan,
Hi my name is Stacia and i was wondering if you could maybe help me get into acting. I'm 15 years old and maybe to old to start but this has been my dream for all my life. I grew up in Ohio and live in a little town. I mean theres more than millions of kids my age and younger who would also become and actor/actress..but i love being able to b someone else besides myself all the time. My friends and family tell me all the time i shoud be a comedian but acting is my thing. I can act well but i'm not in drama at my school. I want to ful fill my dream and show people you can be what you want you just have to try your hardest and do what you have to do. So please write me back and thanks for reading my view of things,
thank you so much,
Stacia McCutcheon.
lil_shortay_holla@hotmail.com
Ref 2673. hi I am a theater actor and want to join media and films but only contacts and approach will provide u work which i do not have therefore i am sending message to u plase help me before my death to become a model and actor on the screan i will send my pictures and resumes if u require e-mail address is hello_june24@yahoo.co.in.
Ref 2674. hi I am a theater actor and want to join media and films but only contacts and approach will provide u work which i do not have therefore i am sending message to u plase help me before my death to become a model and actor on the screan i will send my pictures and resumes if u require e-mail address is hello_june24@yahoo.co.in.
Ref 2675. Dear Ms. Callan,
I was wondering what opinion, if any, you could share with me regarding any of these agents/managers? Nancy Carson (Carson/Adler), Shirley Grant, Marilyn Zitner, Herb Rothman (American Talent) or Edie Robb, all of NYC. These have been recommended to me for my daughter, who is very talented. Any suggestions? They all have expressed interest and want to see her. Your input would be greatly appreciated. (I've ordered your books, but they will not be here soon enough.)
Thanks so much,
NJ mom
Ref 2676. Hay..ive resently become interested in acting and think it would be good for me because ive all ways been the shy one. Any way my mum and i are sending a photo to a talent agency. I was just wondering in case i get in could you give me some tips on how i could push my shyness away and do really well. I am willing to push it away but it is harder then it seems.
my email is casper_rat@yahoo.com.au, my names Laura and im 17 yrs old thank you
Ref 2677. Dear Ms. Callan,
Hey my name is Lori Walker and i haven't ever read a book about acting coz, every time i try to buy/borrow one nobody has one. i've loved acting since i was little and always dreamed on being on telly and have everyone knowing my name for a change which is really sad coz my parents don't know any agents who can help me i'm now 13 years old and i live in Tassie Please will you help find my long lost dream and be noticed for a change
with warm wishes for the future yours truly
Miss Lori Walker e-mail me if you have time at moodswingqueen101@yahoo.com.au xoxoxo
Ref 2678. i am a boy of 20 years old and want to learn the exact waly to walk like models on ftvmen and to do this i want to have some tips in my hand would you give me?
Ref 2679. i am a boy of 20 years old and want to learn the exact way to walk like models on ftvmen and to do this i want to have some tips in my hand would you give me?
Ref 2680. hi, im am a boy of 20 years old and want to learn the exact way to walk like models on ftvmen and to do this i want to have some tips in my hand, would you help me? i would be very greatfull to you
thankyou,
james
panjim2004@yahoo.com
Ref 2681. BUENAS DIAS, I AM LION HEAR ME ROAR! I HAVE THE LOOK; I HAVE THE ATTITUDE; AND I HAVE DRIVE AND THE AMBITION! I DWELL IN ATLANTA, RECENTLY REMOVED FROM DAYTONA BEACH, FL COMPLETING SCHOOL. I AM 25-YEARS-OF-AGE...WHAT SHOULD BE MY FIRST AND MY LAST STEP?
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Ref 2682. Most of the posts here are sfrom starry-eyed teenagers or youngsters. Mine is a different situation. I am an experienced, talented actress with credits and training - middle-aged - in Hollywood. After pulling back for a few years, I would like some input as to how to re-kindle the flame of something resembling a career. I've tried to "retire," but find myself unable to give up any hope of acting again. But I am burnt. Any words of inspiration or direction to avenues I have not tried?
pamphyila
Ref 2683. hi mi name is chelsea and i have always wanted to do ackting but i get imbarrised really fast
Ref 2684. hi my name is bryaunna and i have wanted to become an actor for many years now and i'm not really afraid of the stage and everyone tells me i would be fantastic actress.
Ref 2685. hi my name is bryaunna and i have wanted to become an actor for many years now and i'm not really afraid of the stage and everyone tells me i would be fantastic actress.
Ref 2686. I am not trying to be rude. But this comment that was posted:
Ref 2682. Most of the posts here are sfrom starry-eyed teenagers or youngsters. Mine is a different situation. I am an experienced, talented actress with credits and training - middle-aged - in Hollywood. After pulling back for a few years, I would like some input as to how to re-kindle the flame of something resembling a career. I've tried to "retire," but find myself unable to give up any hope of acting again. But I am burnt. Any words of inspiration or direction to avenues I have not tried?
pamphyila
was rather rude and I am 13 years old. I believe that if I try hard enough I can be an actress. But I do mean I will have to try. But my message to all those young people wanting to be actors/actresses don't take that to heart. People all have there different opinions but that was rude and everyone is aloud to dream what they want to. And one person can't change that. Keep working at it guys! Starry-eyed is not correct. We are all living a dream and not a lie.
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