Acting isn’t the only way to make money in the performing arts. If you manage to become a contestant on a game show, you can earn a few dollars. If you can write, you might be interested in screenwriting. Good scripts are hard to come by. Producers and actors are always on the lookout for well–written, interesting scripts with mass appeal. ...
Acting isn’t the only way to make money in the performing arts. If you manage to become a contestant on a game show, you can earn a few dollars. If you can write, you might be interested in screenwriting. Good scripts are hard to come by. Producers and actors are always on the lookout for well–written, interesting scripts with mass appeal.
Performing arts is a people business. It also has a great future. In the United States, 98% of households have a television while nearly 100% have a radio. In a typical week, nine out of ten citizens are exposed to radio and television. The television is on for an average of 7 hours per day; the radio 2 hours per day! With this type of demand, there will always be a need for performers and new material which should be a source of inspiration for you.
This guide will be a primer for some of the opportunities that exist in the performing arts business. Reading this information will give you a head start into making a dent in this career path. If you have the desire, you can make the effort. Wanting to do something badly enough means you’re half–way to accomplishing your task. That’s the great thing about America–– dreams can come true if you’re willing to work for them!
You’re ready! You’re in the right frame of mind for this task, so let’s get started.
What have you got to lose?
Grab some fresh batteries for the remote and start making that money.
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The Acting Bug
Learning the Craft— in Theater
Television Game Shows
Screenwriting
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Overview
Acting isn’t the only way to make money in the performing arts. If you manage to become a contestant on a game show, you can earn a few dollars. If you can write, you might be interested in screenwriting. Good scripts are hard to come by. Producers and actors are always on the lookout for well–written, interesting scripts with mass appeal.
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