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Is Your Headshot Boring? 5 Headshot Photographers Reveal How To Take A Sizzling Acting Headshot That Will Get You Noticed

Joshua — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 15:11:51 +0000

Is your acting headshot badmouthing you behind your back? Do you have a love-hate relationship with your headshot? Do you ever wonder if your headshot is doing more harm than good? Good news, you can take a sigh of relief. Learning by example is a great way to get ahead in any field. It’s [...]

Top 5 Showbiz Sites That’ll Help You Sound Smart!

Joshua — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 13:52:24 +0000

How well do you really know the acting business? Do you know the highest grossing movie at the box office last week? Do you know the studio is behind it? Can you name 3 Hollywood producers? These questions are asked to gauge how well you know the industry you are a part of. No matter what business [...]

Surprise, Your Acting Skills Are Not Important!

Joshua — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:28:02 +0000

Question: Are you an actor, or do you want to become an actor? Really think about what the question is asking. Most people spend their time wanting to become an actor, and sadly, never actually become one. So the bigger question becomes “When will you start calling yourself an actor?” How about today?! Sure, to become a great [...]

Joaquin Phoenix: Off His Rocker or a Brilliant Genius?

Joshua — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 14:52:35 +0000

What can we learn from Joaquin Phoenix? He’s been in the news a lot lately. Not exclusively for his upcoming movie, Two Lovers, but for making an appearance in a Las Vegas club on February 5, 2009 as a rap artist. That’s right. Mr. Phoenix announced that he will leave the show business world of acting [...]

How Much Will Hollywood Pay You As An Actor?

Joshua — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 15:07:12 +0000

The title of this article is phrased in the form of a question for a very specific reason. It’s helpful to know that when working in Hollywood as an actor, the amount you will receive for starring in this summer’s blockbuster is directly related to how much money you command at the box office. That is, [...]

Top 5 Ways To Become The Best Darn Actor In The World

Joshua — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:09:59 +0000

Getting started in acting can be a scary and confusing process. There is no ‘right’ way to become an actor, which leaves many people feeling lost and frustrated by the whole process. Luckily, there are some basic things you should be doing and have in place to give yourself a fighting chance to start an [...]

What Do Agents See When They Google Your Name?

Joshua — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:29:28 +0000

As an actor, our reputation is everything. It no longer takes a private investigator to get the scoop on your entire life. All it takes is an Internet connection and Google! Have you ever typed your name into Google? Of course you have. It’s called Egosurfing and may not be such a [...]

Learn How To Become An Actor and Start Your Acting Career Today!

Joshua — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 14:00:26 +0000

“Most people think a successful acting career is only about good acting. They are dead wrong!” Becoming an actor is one of the most sought after professions, yet also seems to be one of the most mystifying ones. How do you define success? A person who achieves his or her goals. How do you define famous? A person who [...]

Top 10 Simple Ways To Avoid Looking Like A Goof

Joshua — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 15:44:10 +0000

Elementary tactics to achieve greatness Want to achieve greatness? Of course you do, who doesn’t? We must always remember that showbiz is a business, and that certain qualities will help set us apart and bring us closer to our goals. Don’t have any goals? Ahh, read #2 on the list. I’ve put together the Top 10 simple tactics [...]

Does Your Child Actor Have The ‘IT’ Factor?

Joshua — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 17:21:05 +0000

The showbiz IT factor… We’ve all heard the phrase, “You either got it or you don’t!” But what exactly is ‘IT?’ Also known as The IT Factor, this usually refers to that undefinable personality trait that makes a person attractive in some way. That thing you just can’t put your finger on. Ever find yourself saying [...]