An Actor's Guide to Getting Work

by Simon Dunmore

'Essential reading for any young actor' Dame Maggie Smith
Competition for acting work is fierce and talent is not necessarily enough. Actors need all the help they can get with all aspects of the profession. Now in its fifth edition, completely revised and updated, this practical, comprehensive guide contains invaluable information and advice to enable actors to succeed in the business. Written with honesty, humour and thoroughness, An Actor's Guide to Getting Work draws on the author's rich experience in the field to offer advice to both the novice and the seasoned performer. New material in this fifth edition includes what drama schools are looking for, approaching Shakespeare for audition, professional email etiquette, using the internet as a self-marketing tool, and many more useful checklists and updated insights into the profession.

256 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1991

Reviews

[Hai Le · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good book and must read for actors. A little bit outdated but the principles for getting work remain the same (email, instead of writing letters). Some very sound advice on auditions and acting as a business. Looks in depth at the whole spectrum of the acting business and what actors need to do in order to secure regular work. Highly recommended

[Andrew Cockcroft-Charles · Rating 3 out of 5]

Useful. But industry always advances. Any advice in the present lacks the foresight for the future. It's more helpful than unhelpful, though.

[Iago · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was so helpful, if you don't have a clue how the industry works, this book is the one to buy, a must for every british actor/ actress