Acting as a business: strategies for success, paperback/brian o'neil

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 ONeil provides clear-cut guidelines that will give actors a solid knowledge of the business behind their art.

Its packed with practical information--on everything from what to say in a cover letter to where to stand when performing in an agents 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 ONeil 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.