So many actors and parents of child actors seem to be concerned about not being in Screen Actors Guild (SAG) (See “What is SAG?” and “What Does SAG Stand for?” for more about what SAG is). They wonder exactly how to join SAG and whether they will be seen for SAG projects if they are …
Tag Archive: Acting
Mar 24
What Skills Are Helpful When You Become a Child Actor?
When you become a child actor, it is important to work on your acting skills. Being a good actor is certainly important when you pursue an acting career. But when you become a child actor, it is also a good idea to work on other skills. Learning to do a variety of things helps you …
Dec 07
What Is a Breakdown? (Showbiz Term of the Day)
The term “breakdown” is one you are likely to hear when you are starting your journey into show business. And the term “breakdown” here is not used to refer to someone’s psychological state or a car quitting on the side of the road. I remember having my daughter’s talent manager refer to the information in …
Dec 04
What Are the Sides for Acting Auditions? (Showbiz Term of the Day)
The mention of “sides” to anyone who is not involved in the television or film industry or who is not already going on acting auditions or taking a child to acting auditions is likely to result in a confused look. So today I have chosen “sides” to be the “Showbiz Term of the Day.” I …
Nov 30
What is a “CD” as Related to Acting Auditions? (Showbiz Term of the Day)
I am starting a new series called “Showbiz Term of the Day.” Today’s showbiz term of the day is “CD.” Do you know what CD refers to when it is used related to Acting Auditions or Print Auditions? I know I wondered what the term CD meant when I first heard it used when my …
