DO YOU NEED A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA TO BE AN ACTOR?
No you don't need a diploma. But it is difficult to become an actor since the competition is stiff and everyone else wants to be an actor as well.
Good interview questions to ask a director of a play?
How about these questions. They are kind of general questions not directly related to your show but maybe they'll help. How long have you been directing? Why did you decide to get into theater? Was there someone who inspired you to get into theater? Is there a particular show that you could call your favorite (that you directed) Have you ever played a role in a play you directed? What are some bad habits that you've seen actors develop that you've had a hard time dealing with? What would you say to someone who wants to get into theater? Have you ever encountered someone who had absolutely no talent? And did you have to break it to them? Have you ever written a play? If so, did you get to direct it? What do you think of those students (actors) who seem to think it's necessary to be the strangest people they can be? What is your philosophy on the profession of acting? What, in your opinion, is the difference between a star and an actor? Can they be interchangeable? Was there ever a show you directed that was miscast? In other words, have you ever regretted casting certain people for certain roles? Or have you been pretty spot on in your casting? Has anyone you've ever directed gone on to do something widely seen? I hope these help. These are just a few questions I've always wanted to ask a director. Can you add me to your contacts so when you get them back I can read what the director says? Thanks.
How do I start professional acting in high school?
Does your school offer drama studies? You may want to look into opportunities to act with local theatre companies and audition for some roles. The important things are gaining experience, honing your craft, and getting to know people in the field. One day you could get together with some like-minded individuals and shoot a scripted web series.
How do you get actors for a short film as a high school student?
Fairly easy. Depending on the level of acting you want and on the character’s age range.If you do live near NYC and LA, you can just email all acting schools nearby (their emails are usually posted on their websites or you can reach them via their Facebook page, or call them - it’s up to you) and ask, if they can allow you (or do it themselves) share this with their students (assuming they would fit the age range/ other requirements). Explain up front: this is non paid. You will save yourself a lot of headache as the people who will come ready to do it for free.Also, considering this is no-budget short, you can post the casting call on any free websites, where it is possible (Craigslist, ActorAccess and any other). If you live far from NYC and LA, you might expect lower amount of calls, but there’s still a chance to find the people you need.Last, but not least: ask your friends and friends of your friends. The can help you to find someone or would participate in it themselves. Preferably pick the ones, who participated in school plays or fit the character so well, they’ll not need to adjust.After that, if you have more than one interested candidate on the role - organize audition. Your school might allow you to use their facilities, if you will ask. Also, some acting schools can agree to lend a hand with that, if you will ever dare to ask. Cause, you see, there’s an “unspoken rule”: if question is not asked - answer will not come. Such as: “I have intention to shoot the short movie about [your topic here]. Can I use schools assembly hall / gym / auditorium for auditions, when it is not occupied?”
Is graduating high school early for acting a good idea?
I'm 14 and acting and dance is my passion. I got my first agent and my plan (hopefully) is to get some work from my agent, fill up my résumé, become SAG, and graduate high school early and move to Los Angeles California. Some of the most successful actresses have done that and I want to follow in their footsteps. Honestly I want this more than anything in the world. I don't want game I just want to make a career out of acting. Any adobe on how to survive out there and make a career? Also how to get and la agent? Thanks xo
After finishing high school, should I skip college so I can study acting?
Hi. Most actors fail at supporting themselves with their acting contracts. You can find an acting school, commit yourself to some years studying the craft, and still not make it financially. It’s a risky business.You could try studying acting and if it doesn’t work out, go to college. Or you could attend a college or university that offers courses in theater, acting, etc. A degree with a double major is certainly possible and acceptable and you can cover yourself nicely.But, speaking from personal experience, an actor’s life is nothing but pressure, trouble, and heartache. Better to find another route.
How do you be a great actor in middle school?
Oh wow I’m so happy a middle schooler is asking this question. I think about this all the time, how I could have improved and how it could have affected me now if I put my work in then.When i was in 8th grade I played Zazu in lion king jr. I had to have a british accent obviously but other than that I really didn’t do any other research. Zazu is a very good example of the type of research you should do. What do we know about Zazu? He’s a bird, Mufasas right hand man or assistant and British. So what do we need to research? What kind of bird, what his job is, and why is he british are the first few that come to mind based off this. Lion King is based on Hamlet, they’re basically the same thing except lion king is more family friendly. So another thing we could research is the hamlet character that he is the same as (in this case Polonius). I’m sorry if you don’t know or like Lion King this is just the best example I could thing of. What I’m trying to say is do your character research.Another thing you can do is learn tactics and how to mark your lines. I learned what a beat is last year and I feel kinda dumb for not using them before. I can’t tell you everything about them because I’m still leading too but it’s basically marking your script with a slash between your different tactics. A tactic is a verb that the character uses to get their objective. So determine what your characters objective is then divide up your lines between what verb you’re doing to get that objective. Try a couple short monologues first to practice so when you have to perform you aren’t trying it out for the first time.Finally observe other people. My teacher told me today that everyone pays too much attention to our phones and never other people. While this isn’t horrible it isn’t good for actors, it isn’t the best when we need to have as many characters as possible up our sleeve. Just observing people or even actively watching a tv show for actors choices can help you in the future.While there’s so much more to being an actor than this, even if you don’t have a ton of raw talent (although I’m sure you do) this will help you and give you a leg up on your classmates. If this is something you want to pursue and you’re really passionate about it, I’m so glad you’re starting to be serious early. Good luck and if you need anymore help you can message me :)
What is an acting school like?
Acting schools are all very different, depending on their purpose. An experienced actor or director might start her own school, teaching from her own experience and her own view of how acting should be done. Established institutions like colleges and universities may offer a degree or diploma in acting, with the aims of the program determined by the faculty. Each has its pros and cons.I went to university to study acting. I chose the school I went to for many reasons: it had a great reputation; it was a very comprehensive program, covering not only acting but voice, dance, stagecraft, film and other subjects I felt were important to being a good actor; it was in the same city where I lived; and a few other personal reasons.The program was 3 years long. I attended classes in the various subject areas—dance, voice, etc.—and in the second and third years we also performed in plays and worked as stagehands in other productions. The third year, our class became a kind of resident company, performing in a full season of plays open to the public.If you have questions about my experience, I’ll be happy to answer them in the comments. Good luck in what I assume is your journey to develop yourself as an actor!