Children and teens are more likely to be exposed to voice acting than adults, since the media marketed to them often does not involve physical, on-screen acting. The cartoons they watch and the video games they play all depend on strong voice acting. There is a major demand in American animation and voice acting projects […]
Disney Audition Tips
Lists of Best Musical Theater Audition Songs for Kids and Songs to Stay Away From
Indeed, there aren’t too many audition songs for a child’s range; that’s why there are musical theater auditions where the casting panel hears packs of kids singing the same three songs all day. By the time you and your child are in the dilemma of picking the best song, you will have realized how tough […]
How Your Child Can Practice Acting at Home
Acting isn’t as easy as looking pretty for the camera, parents! It isn’t all glitz and glamour in gowns on red carpets. It’s about technique, observation, direction, emotions, and lines. In fact, child actors need to be training regularly to improve their skills, hone their technique, and keep their acting tuned. That way, when that once-in-a-lifetime Disney audition rolls around, you’re […]
Your Child Can Ace That Singing Audition with These Tips
A singing audition can be undeniably daunting and stressful for parents of aspiring young singers. The thought of having to prepare for an opportunity among other talented children who are vying for the same spot can be overwhelming. In addition to that, kids who audition must be able to nail the piece in front of a panel of […]
Where Can I Find Acting Auditions for Kids?
The great thing about striving to have a career as an actor is that you are neither too old nor too young to get acting jobs. The next time you watch movies or TV shows, think about all of the kids and teens you see in there. If you just think about it, many of today’s successful actors started out […]
Commercial Auditions: Tips and Warnings for Parents of Child Actors
You came across an ad about commercial auditions specifically looking for children, so you decided to give it a try because your child would love some TV or online exposure. We understand the enthusiasm or the nervousness, but there certainly are rules of decorum and cautionary tales that you need to take into consideration when joining commercial auditions. Just like […]
Make Cold Readings Fun! Here Are Tips for Child Actors
Cold readings can be especially difficult for young performers who are still mastering basic reading skills. How do you give cold readings your best shot when you absolutely have no idea what the story is about? How are you supposed to know what emotion the director or writer intends for the most important lines? What if you’re overthinking? On […]
So You Wanna Start Voice Acting
Have you always dreamed of making thousands of people laugh or cry using only your voice after falling in love with Pixar or DreamWorks movies? Launching a career in voice acting for animation can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know where to start. Little do you know that a career in voice acting opens you up to several […]
The Benefits of Taking Your Kids to Dance Classes
Surely, you’ve had those days when you simply groove to relax. That’s the magic of dancing, it eases anyone’s mood. So why not take your kids to dance classes and have them experience the fun of it? Besides having fun time with newfound friends, taking your kids to dance classes will teach them a thing or two […]
What Parents Should NOT Do at a Disney Channel Audition
So you finally decided to have your child join a Disney Channel audition. We understand the enthusiasm or the nervousness, but there certainly are rules of decorum during auditions that you need to take into consideration. Just like a job interview, there are several things you need to be aware of before ever setting foot in the interview room. […]