| Acting as a Business: Strategies for Success Contributor(s): O'Neil, Brian (Author) |
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ISBN: 0345807073 ISBN-13: 9780345807076 Publisher: Vintage OUR PRICE: $16.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2014 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Acting & Auditioning - Business & Economics | Careers - General - Performing Arts | Business Aspects |
| Dewey: 792.028 |
| LCCN: 2013498651 |
| Physical Information: 0.6" H x 5.3" W x 7.9" (0.40 lbs) 176 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The essential handbook for actors--a modern classic--in a newly updated edition. Since its original publication, Acting as a Business has earned a reputation as an indispensable tool for working and aspiring actors. Avoiding the usual advice about persistence and luck, Brian O'Neil provides clear-cut guidelines that will give actors a solid knowledge of the business behind their art. It's packed with practical information--on everything from what to say in a cover letter to where to stand when performing in an agent's office--including: -- Tactics for getting an agent, including preparing for the interview -- How to research who will be casting what--and whether there is a role for you--well in advance -- Examples of correspondence to agents and casting directors for both beginning and advanced professionals -- A detailed analysis of the current trend of paying to meet industry personnel -- How to communicate effectively with an agent or personal manager -- Creative ways to use the internet and social media O'Neil has updated Acting as a Business to keep up with the latest show-business trends, making this fifth edition a reference no actor should be without |