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| Publisher | Random House Usa Inc |
| ISBN 13 | 9780345807076 |
| ISBN 10 | 0345807073 |
| Book 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 |
| Editorial Review | O'Neil Shares His Business Savvy in This Slim, Practical-Minded Actor's Guide That Covers Everything From Approaching Agents to Assembling resumes. --Entertainment Weekly |
| About the Author | Brian O'Neil is a Former Talent Agent And Personal Manager Who Has Represented Actors For Theater, Film, Television, Commercials, And radio. As a Talent Representative, he Was Responsible For The Career Guidance And Professional Placement For Hundreds of actors. Brian is The Founder of Acting as a Business, a One-on-One Career-Consultation And Career-Coaching Service For actors. He is a Frequent Guest-Lecturer at Some of The Nation's Finest Acting-Training Programs Including The Yale School of Drama And The Juilliard School. |
| Language | English |
| Author | Brian O'Neil |
| Edition Number | 5 |
| Publication Date | 15 Apr 2014 |
| Number of Pages | 208 |
Acting As A Business paperback english - 15 Apr 2014
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