"It was with a mix of relief and sadness that I recognized the agent in question in your recent column ["Arrivederci A******," Oct. 29, 2009]. Because, unfortunately, I'm signed with him."
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Once in a while a simple hunch, with perhaps a bit of faith, may provide sufficient confirmation that a play is just right for an actor.
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Joe Manuel Gallegos Jr. ...Got the Part
When Santa Fe, N.M., native Joe Manuel Gallegos Jr. moved to L.A. at the beginning of 2011 to work as an actor and a dancer, one of his priorities was to sign up for an electronic subscription to Back Stage.
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The Sundance App Puts the Festival at Your Fingertips
Trying to keep track of all the screenings, events, people, and parties at the Sundance Film Festival just got a little easier, if you happen to carry a smartphone.
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It's Indie Mail, Commission Impossible
"Does it make sense to send my material to a director's agent or representative if I cannot find his or her company's address?"
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What avenues are there to pursue to ease your way into having a connection without appearing to be an overly ambitious opportunist?
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Worshiping a Technique and/or Teacher (aka The Cult Factor)
"Everything I say is right. Everything I say is wrong. There are many conflicting opinions in this industry. Don't take one person's word as gospel. Including my own. Take what works for you."
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As we enter the holiday season, I'd like to urge all of you to give thanks to those who have helped make your path a little bit easier.
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"I have a difficult time understanding how the unions are protecting the "working actor," and I am hoping you can help to clear something up for me."
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Aside from always being on time and always being thoroughly prepared and doing your best, it's kind of up to the gods. The rest you have absolutely no control over.
