kids

What It's Like to Be a Child Understudy on Broadway

The nine-year-old understudy for Broadway’s “Fun Home” talks to Backstage Expert Jackie Ried about what life is like backstage.

4 Ways to Make Sure Your Child Actor Actually Enjoys the Business

Whether it's turning down a role or scheduling play dates, Backstage Expert Mae Ross offers her tips on how parents can keep their child actors happy and stress-free.

A Young Actor’s Checklist

Child actors, set yourself up for success in and out of the audition room.

How to Get Cast on a Disney or Nickelodeon Show

Backstage Expert and child actor manager Jackie Reid offers some tips on getting cast in a Nickelodeon or Disney Channel show.

#IGotCast With Backstage: Lana Lilienstein

Lana Lilienstein is just one of many actors cast through Backstage! 

How to Compile a Child Actor’s Résumé

A strong résumé is the key to opening doors in any industry. But what about for a child actor who doesn’t yet have a ton of “work” experience, and whose special skills and talents include jumping rope and playing the recorder?

16 (More) Terms for Parents of Child Actors

The vocab you need as the parent of a child actor to navigate contracts, finances, and unions.

Do Child Actors Need to Join a Union?

In this week’s Ask an Expert, child talent manager Jackie Reid discusses the pros and cons of child actors joining unions.

For Young Actors, Preparation is the Key To Success

If your child is serious about being an actor, he or she needs training to compete with other incredibly talented and well-prepared kids.

What 5 Years of Rejection Taught This Successful Showrunner

Farnaz Esnaashari-Charmatz began at Nickelodeon as an intern and went on to become the showrunner and creator of Nick Jr.’s “Shimmer and Shine.” She offers tips on dealing with criticism and rejection.