“I give 100 percent every time I enter a casting room because I always believe that I may not get that job, but they will remember me for the next opportunity that comes across their desk.”

(Anthony Anderson)

Most importantly, make sure you run your lines IN CHARACTER!

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“They say you’ve learned a foreign language when you start dreaming it. A film actor must be able to dream another person’s dreams before he can call that character his own.”

(Michael Caine)

Student films, independent films, and low-budget productions are excellent starting points for new actors

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'Go do plays. Go to the theater. You can make money but always go back to the theater where you can learn your craft.”

(Christopher Plummer)

“Actors who get cast are actors who prepare.”

(Nancy Bishop)

Voiceover work is closely related to acting and provides a source of income while keeping your vocal skills sharp.

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Through all the hardships, all the agent rejections, all the failed auditions, all the money shortages…you must never forget why you chose to become an actor in the first place.

Figure out your character’s “prequel” and your character’s “sequel”. In other words, where were they years ago and where will they be years from now.

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If you're broke. Keep smiling. If you lose out on a role, keep smiling. If you haven't worked in months, keep smiling.

Why keep smiling? Because that's just part of the game. You have to love it for what it is.

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Giant red flag #1: A talent agent asking for money up front. This is one of the oldest scams in the entertainment industry.

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“Actors, their greatest tool, their greatest resource is imagination. You can take things, powerful objects, you can recruit your dreams, you can access your memories and get there. So, the idea is not to act but to just be.”

(Nicolas Cage)

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You stand outside the audition room listening to another actor inside the room give a better performance than you're capable of. Then, you have to go in after them!

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“The actor must somehow believe. He must somehow be able to convince himself of the rightness of what he is doing in order to do things fully.”

(Lee Strasberg)

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Starting out as an actor with no experience can be daunting, but it's definitely possible with the right approach and mindset.

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The first and most crucial factor to consider is the specific role you're auditioning for. Different characters may require different makeup looks

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While it's undoubtedly difficult to become a successful actor, it's not impossible. With passion, hard work, and determination, many aspiring actors have achieved their goals and found fulfillment in their careers.

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An understudy is essentially a backup performer who is ready to step into a specific role at a moment's notice in case the primary actor or actress is unable to perform.

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Even if the audition doesn't go as planned, maintain a positive attitude. Rejections are a part of the industry, and they can be valuable learning experiences.

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Agents often prefer to work with actors who come recommended by industry professionals or have established connections within the industry.

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