The Aspiring Actor's Handbook: What Seasoned Actor's Wished They Had Known
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| Rating | : | 4.65 (744 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1940784123 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 154 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-10-21 |
| Language | : | English |
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Read the book and enjoy the journey. Be prepared. The Aspiring Actor's Handbook tells what it takes to live the life of an actor. . --Dee Wallace, starred as "Mom" in Steven Spielberg s movie, E.T.The Aspiring Actor's Handbook is full of wisdom, humor and real world advice. --Donald Petrie: Director, Miss Congeniality; How to Lose a Guy in Ten Days; and "Grumpy Old Men" I wish I had had this advice when I was starting out. --Dee Wallace, starred as "Mom" in Steven Spielberg s movie, E.T. --Dee Wallace, starred as "Mom" in Steven Spielberg's E.T. --Bryan Cranston, star of "Breaking Bad"This book is full of wisdom, humor and real world advice. --Donald Petrie: Director, Mis
A great overview iof all things acting/living/success ellen Molly Cheek and Debbie Zipp, both seasoned actresses, have written one heckuva book for aspiring actors; and sound advice for everyone who wants to be successful in whatever they do.They have members in show business write experiences and pointers to help those who want to be successful in their passions.And passion is the name of the game, along with talent, tenacity, flexibility and most importantly, the willingness to put egos aside and learn the realities of "show business".Take ego out of the equation--insert work ethic and hints to follow your dream. and you gave a dightfully composed book that will actually be u. "good for actorsgood for all seekers" according to D. S. Lade. Molly, nice job sharing your fears, uncertainties, surprises and thrills in a career that stayed true to your yearnings. I'm not surprised by the honesty and candidness. It's a great discussion that is relevant to anybody trying to be true to themselves in getting a career underway and sustaining the passion. I have two great daughters and two step sons that can learn from your insights. Great job. Coach. "Someone in need of a little positiveness or launching themselves into the wide world, this book would be a blessing as a gift!" according to Ann Hearn. In a world and a tradition that says actors starting out, or starting over, must be beaten down by reality checks and discouragement, with their hearts ripped out, to teach them the harshness of the "real world," this book is a welcomed and needed different drummer.Without sugar-coating anything, it gives by example and affirmation, hope that if you feel called to perform that you aren't crazy and there is a way, your own way, to succeed. I think anyone with a passion and a dream (not just actors) would find the book inspirational and heartening. There is plenty of solid, practical advice for actors, but singers, athle
Veteran actresses Molly Cheek and Debbie Zipp have culled the wit and wisdom of a wide array of successful actors from Dee Wallace to Beth Grant, to bring aspiring and new actors the kind of mentoring perspective so many in the business wish they had had when they were starting out. Readers will learn from personal stories on getting your foot in the door to being a career actor. Learn what they have to say about auditions; unions; managing finances; dealing with disappointment; what to expect in making a career in show business; and more.. The Aspiring Actor's Handbook is written for curious and want-to-be actors, and designed to help them make informed decisions about pursuing an acting career
Molly Cheek and Debbie Zipp are veteran actresses of film, television and theater.