Acting as a Business, Fifth Edition

Strategies for Success

Brian O'Neil

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Vintage Books
15 April 2014

Acting techniques

A long-respected guide to the practical side of an acting career--now updated with new information reflecting recent major changes in the industry.

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 O'Neil provides clear-cut guidelines that will give actors a solid knowledge of the business behind their art. It's packed with practical information-on everything from what to say in a cover letter to where to stand when performing in an agent's 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 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

O'Neil 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

By: Brian O'Neil
Imprint: Vintage Books
Country of Publication: United States
Edition: Revised edition
Dimensions: Height: 201mm, Width: 133mm, Spine: 12mm
Weight: 142g
ISBN: 9780345807076
ISBN 10: 0345807073
Pages: 176
Publication Date: 15 April 2014
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Brian O'Neil is a former talent agent and personal manager who has represented actors for theater, film, television, commercials, and radio. As a talent representative, he was responsible for the career guidance and professional placement for hundreds of actors. Brian is the founder of Acting as a Business, a one-on-one career-consultation and career-coaching service for actors. He is a frequent guest-lecturer at some of the nation's finest acting-training programs including the Yale School of Drama and the Juilliard School.

Reviews for Acting as a Business, Fifth Edition: Strategies for Success

O'Neil shares his business savvy in this slim, practical-minded actor's guide that covers everything from approaching agents to assembling resumes. --Entertainment Weekly