How To Become An Actor

You can work as an actor in many different ways. The traditional route is through the theater, with the ultimate goal being to appear on Broadway. Another more modern route is through appearing in films and television shows in Hollywood.

This part of the website introduces you to other forms of acting that can be even easier and, sometimes, more lucrative, such as commercials and voice-overs. Still another market for actors is working as extras in film and television. As the name implies, extras get paid to fill out the background of a scene, but they also get a sneak peek at the workings of an actual film or television set. If you have children, the child acting section explains how you can get your child into show business.

The acting market is big enough for all types of actors, no matter what their appearances, backgrounds, or talents may be. So browse through the sections below and find all the available acting markets in your area and start working as an actor right away!

Background Acting - How to become a paid movie extra aka background actor.

Child Acting - How to get your child into the acting industry.

Commercial Acting - How to get paid to act in television commercials.

Film and Television Acting - For individuals with little to no experience

Theatrical Acting - How to prepare for a career in theater.

Voice Over Acting - How to put your voice on the big screen and radio.