Acting as a Business, Fifth Edition: Strategies for Success

The essential handbook for actorsa modern classicin 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 informationon everything from what to say in a cover letter to where to stand when performing in an agents officeincluding:

-- Tactics for getting an agent, including preparing for the interview
-- How to research who will be casting whatand whether there is a role for youwell in advance
-- Examples of correspondence to agents and casting directors for both beginningand 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