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Dec 27, 2018

Should I start this review by saying I have been in the performing arts industry for over 29 years? Naw. Should I state that I have and M.F.A. in acting? Naw. Should I inform you that I have taught acting at 3 different universities (UMKC, USF, UOP)? Naw.

Let me just right to it. If you need answers...If you have questions...If you need refresher material about how to get work in the film/commercial/performing arts industry, then GET THIS BOOK.

Here is what I appreciated about it. It is very Should I start this review by saying I have been in the performing arts industry for over 29 years? Naw. Should I state that I have and M.F.A. in acting? Naw. Should I inform you that I have taught acting at 3 different universities (UMKC, USF, UOP)? Naw.

Let me just right to it. If you need answers...If you have questions...If you need refresher material about how to get work in the film/commercial/performing arts industry, then GET THIS BOOK.

Here is what I appreciated about it. It is very accessible. The information is presented simply (no guessing what is meant). There is honesty in the writing as well as gentle frankness, and practical advice. And guess what, I can definitely say there were times when I chuckled, out loud, a couple of times. Some of the sections were soo good that despite telling myself to stop reading, I could not obey my self commands.

If you are a newbie to the industry, this is a MUST READ.
If you are a novice to the industry, this is a must read.
If you are somewhat experienced, read this.
If you are seasoned, read this if you feel you need a refresher on the inner workings of the industry.

Best thing about the book is that the two industry professionals who wrote the book answer real questions from real people like you and me. They play well off of each other, and hearing two different perspectives makes this book enjoyable to read. Yup, are going to read, enjoy and fill yourself with the knowledge to go out and pursue your dreams and avoid the pitfalls that your friends are making.

This book can help you succeed. Are you open to learning how to get a leg up? Well, then what are you waiting for?
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Dec 07, 2018

Jackie and Michael have organized a wealth of insider information, first-hand accounts and practical advice into an easy-to-read book. The chapters are concise yet thorough and build on each other in a comprehensive, compelling way. As a continually auditioning, occasionally working actor in NYC, I love the way they draw on real people’s experiences from their Backstage column. Books claiming to contain the magical steps required to become a successful actor are so often downright useless. This Jackie and Michael have organized a wealth of insider information, first-hand accounts and practical advice into an easy-to-read book. The chapters are concise yet thorough and build on each other in a comprehensive, compelling way. As a continually auditioning, occasionally working actor in NYC, I love the way they draw on real people’s experiences from their Backstage column. Books claiming to contain the magical steps required to become a successful actor are so often downright useless. This book could not be further from that. The questions and answers here teach us something only the best teachers can: self-sufficiency. Jackie and Michael have somehow managed to write with equal parts compassion and mercilessness. You will grow wiser and tougher in the pages of this book. A must-read for anyone seriously considering building an acting career. ...more