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Nov 18, 2021 · Under state law, a production can’t make children stay late to get their three hours in. Instead, those hours count against the maximum hours child actors can spend on set, which range from 8 1/ ...
- Jon Healey
- Deputy Editor, Fast Break Desk
- jon.healey@latimes.com
May 1, 2024 · Nurturing Talent: Encouraging and Supporting Your Child’s Dreams. As a parent, you play a vital role in nurturing your child’s talent and supporting their dreams of becoming an actor. From attending auditions and rehearsals to providing emotional support and encouragement, your involvement and belief in your child’s abilities can make all ...
Mar 11, 2024 · Parents: The Ultimate Support System. The role of a parent in a child actor's journey is irreplaceable. You are the constant source of unconditional love, encouragement, and a listening ear after a tough audition. Let a professional handle the business, so you can focus on the most important job of all - being a parent. Cautionary Tales
- Corey Ralston
The list is probably endless, but here are some examples of things parents might be tempted to do that will make their kid less desirable to work with: Directing their child (this is the director’s job!) Interfering with the wardrobe department. Interfering with the hair and makeup department. Interfering with other actors in any way.
- Sometimes you have to say no. “We have to say no sometimes on both the career side and kid side and we all understand that we can’t be two places at once.
- Make sure you’re working on a schedule. “Schedule, schedule, and more schedule! School work, practice, and try our best to book events on the weekend.
- Get them involved in extracurriculars. “I keep my daughter in sports so she has time with her peers.”
- Always put schoolwork first. “She comes home and does homework, I check her work, she has a snack if she wants to (that won’t interfere with singing practice), she warms up and sings according to what’s happening in her schedule, then she might go do dance classes, or work on performances if she has a show coming up.
Oct 25, 2024 · Like a professional headshot, a reel isn’t necessary for most child actors at the beginning of their career. ... “As the parent of a professional child actor, you will be taking on new ...
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Jun 25, 2019 · 1. Be flexible, as a working actor’s schedule can be demanding. 2. The experience is the child’s, not the parent’s. 3. Have an open mind about schooling; don’t expect the experience to be ...
