An essential handbook for actors–a modern classic–in a newly updated edition.
Since its original publication, Acting as a Business has earned a reputation as an indispensable tool for working and aspiring actors. Avoiding the usual advice about persistence and luck, Brian O’Neil provides clear-cut guidelines that will give actors a solid knowledge of the business behind their art. It’s packed with practical information–on everything from what to say in a cover letter to where to stand when performing in agent’s office–including:
•How to craft a winning theatrical résumé
•The most effective ways to join the performer’s unions
•Tactics for getting an agent
•Strategies for finding work in the theater, on daytime television, and in independent films
•Navigating the different customs and cultures of New York and Los Angeles
O’Neil has updated Acting as a Business to keep up with the latest show-business trends, including how best to use the Internet, making this new edition no actor should be without. |
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 Fab for the Beginning Actor or Professional without an Agent |
| Review Date: March 7, 1999 |
| Reviewer: , |
| A MUST READ for any actor pursuing a career in New York. In particular, specific advice on how to get Soap Opera work and how to get an agent. |
This is a MUST-HAVE book for any serious actor!!
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| Review Date: October 11, 1998 |
| Reviewer: eeyore78@mailcity.com, Edmond, Oklahoma |
| I have read numerous books on the business of theatre, television, and film, and I must say that Brian O'Neil has written a masterpiece. His insight into how casting directors and agents think, gives the reader a serious advantage. Not only that, but this book will give the reader the confidence and the street-sense to have a successful working career in New York or Los Angeles. The best part is, he never uses the word "Networking!" For an excellent follow-up, read "Actors Take Action," also, by Brian O'Neil. |
THE BEST BOOK ON THE SUBJECT!!!!!!!
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| Review Date: April 11, 1998 |
| Reviewer: , |
| O'NEIL BREAKS DOWN THE MYSTERY OF SUCCEEDING AS AN ACTOR BY SHOWING AND EXPLAINING HOW THE BUSINESS SIDE OF SHOW BUSINESS WORKS. |
The Actor's Bible
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| Review Date: June 23, 2003 |
| Reviewer: K. Bingham, Los Angeles, CA |
| Second to a copy of good copy of Shakespeare, I think this is the absolute must-have book for any actor in New York, LA, or anywhere that is really interested in pursuing acting as a career. Talking about the issues that affect actors and what actors can do to not feel powerless and at the whim of being "discovered," O'Neil demonstrates how to view acting as a job...and a business...which is is. Not instead of your craft and skill, but how to take those skills and market them - and yourself - and learn business techniques that can get you into the casting agency or the agent's office or the audition...so that then your skills and craft can take over and get you the job. This is a great asset for anyone who is new to the business or anyone in a rut or to wants to make a change in their acting career. It is motivational and inspirational and a must have on any professional actor's library. |
Brian O'Neil is a genius!
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| Review Date: March 17, 2001 |
| Reviewer: Elizabeth O'Neil, Rumford, Rhode Island USA |
| One of the most helpful books I've ever read. Brian's suggestions changed my life! Practical advice which will produce results. |
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