Self-Management for Actors: Getting Down to (Show) Business by Bonnie Gillespie

Self-Management for Actors: Getting Down to (Show) Business

Bonnie Gillespie

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No other book for actors focuses so succinctly on the business of self-management. Whether an actor has an agent or manager on his or her team, or is going it alone, this is a roadmap for surviving -- and thriving -- in the entertainment industry. This book offers a simple, self-management concept that allows an actor to handle the business of his or her acting career without losing the ability to be a creative artist, and is filled with real-world examples from working actors and behind-the... (show more)

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Quote-leftThis book is a must-read for anyone wanting to take a stab at the business in LA - Bonnie knows what she is talking about, and tells you what you need to do without making it overwhelming.Quote-right

Quote-leftThere are so many books out there on how to be an actor, so many schools and workshops preparing your craft, that once you're done, you don't know how or where to start. Well, this is a common sense guide to those beginning and those established in the industry, mostly the film industry. It's focused more on the American film industry, but can be applied to Canadians also. Not sure about other countries though, but if reading it helps you wherever you are, then by all means, hold tight to this book!Quote-right

Quote-leftAh-Mazing! Very informative book for actors.Quote-right

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