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Joel Brooks has written several great articles on the experience a new actor will have in Los Angeles trying to break in to television and film.  He has even told his amazing and unusual story about his first day in Los Angeles and his first acting job here.

I have been asked to write about my early time here.  It is also a strange story.  We tell new actors about these experiences to illustrate the point that no way is the right way to break in to show business.  YOUR way will be the only and best way for you. Read the rest of this entry »

Many people live in areas of the country where the entertainment industry does not have a hub…areas outside Los Angeles, New York, Chicago and several cities in Canada…and these people often have questions about how to get prepared to start an acting career.  The Internet has opened many opportunities for remote learning, but to get started in show business, the actor must relocate to one of the industry hub cities.  Joel has written extensively on how to be prepared.  Don’t move until you have enough money saved to live on for six months, a car to get around to auditions and meetings, a place to live that is central, affordable, and safe.  Beyond that, there are some other basic things to prepare. Read the rest of this entry »