kids

Performance Coach Trapper Felides on Coaching ‘The Next Big Thing’

Trapper Felides, whose new reality show, “The Next Big Thing: NY,” reveals his formula for success in the entertainment industry.

How To Find the Right Manager For Your Child Performer

One of the questions I get asked most often by parents is about manager representation. This can be a confusing question to answer because figuring out who you want to represent your child should be supported by both personal and professional reasoning.

How Managers Help Child Actors and Their Parents

Judy Battista and Peggy Becker, owners and managers of Parkside Talent, share advice for child actors and their parents.

The Backstage Kids Issue

Backstage takes a look at how to get the best headshot, labor laws for children, and how to handle rejection for child actors.

3 Ways Parents Can Help Their Child's Agent

Jackie Reid shares advice for how parents can help their child's agent book auditions and work for their child.

When Do Child Actors Need To Be Coached?

Here are some guidelines to help you determine when to call in the specialist and when to leave things alone.

How To Stick With It…Even When It's Hard

Being a manager, I have seen this occur more times than I can count. Some kids book right out of the gate and some take a little longer. Even the best bookers have slumps.

CD Jen Rudin Talks Casting Office Etiquette for Kids

Rudin believes in “creating an honest, positive, and comfortable audition environment.”

Maggie Schuster Manages the Youth Market

As a talent manager at MKS&D, Maggie Schuster reps both promising new talent and young adults on the cusp of fame.

Keeping Your Child Motivated for School On Set

Parents and acting teachers share advice for how to manage child performers' schooling on set.