Whether you're starting out, or just thinking about becoming an actor, you're going to need to know how to break into the business and make a living as an actor! Chances are you've been sitting in a theater watching a movie, or at home watching TV, and the thought of you becoming an actor crosses your mind. Well my friend, you're not alone. Everyday thousands of people just like you dream of becoming an actor.

But breaking into showbiz takes a little doing... let me correct that, a lot of doing.

Every day, thousands of people think about starting an acting career. Some want to just break away from their mundane lives but don't know where or how to start. Some feel they are ready to expand their field beyond their local community theaters. Still others... the list of personal reasons could go on and on.

But there's a catch...

Every day, most of these people do nothing about their dream. Maybe they're not near the movie hubs; maybe they lack training, or just are not sure whether they would like to pursue their acting dream.

The acting business is just that... a business where you are the product that you are marketing. So, just like any other business, learn to package and market the product.

Perhaps all you need is a push in the right direction, a chance to explore your talents. Yes, there are plenty of acting books out there but nothing beats first-hand instruction by someone who has been there, done that, is teaching it, and is still doing it. And who is more than willing to share their expertise with you.

Here's a thought. Look for actors helping actors systems that you can mold and apply to your acting career, thus making learning the craft of acting a lot easier. Search the net for actors, acting, actors helping actors, actors on acting, etc.

Becoming a good actor will require time, dedication and effort on your part. I'm sure we have all heard, at one time or another, phrases like this;

? Acting is easy.
? I can do that.
? How hard can it be to be an actor?
? Or someday I'll be an actor.

What these statements reflect is a lack of understanding of what it takes to be an actor. Rest assured that one-of-these-days and someday are never found on any calendar.

We all know that acting is not easy; it's an art form that has to be learned. But leaning it does not guarantee you an "in" into the industry. It just better prepares you for what's to come.
So, if you still desire to be an actor, by all means, go for it!