What follows is an exchange that started on Facebook. I don’t always have the time to reply directly to actors who reach out to me outside of the preferred “Send me a question for a…
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Eyes on the Prize?
About a month ago, some keywords in one of my standing Google Alerts sent me to the production blog for the book-to-film I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell. I have not read the book,…
When to Pay Commission
Sometimes a Your Turn question comes in that is so well-suited to a full-on column that I just can’t resist. This question, from a wonderfully-talented and business-minded actor, represents dozens of similarly-themed questions I’ve received…
Drop-Offs to Agents?
Hi Bonnie, I love your books and column on Showfax. I am wondering if all agents hate drop-offs as opposed to mailings. In the agency book some agents specifically state that they don’t take drop-offs….
Don’t Drop Your Manager Just Because You’re Successful
In last week’s column on The Difference Between Agents and Managers, there was one particular paragraph (under the heading “In the Middle”) that rubbed a few people (managers, mainly) the wrong way. Certainly, out of…
Meeting with a Potential Agent
‘Tis the season… for makin’ a list (checkin’ it twice)…. No, you haven’t wandered into a time warp. I know I’m making it sound like Christmas around here (and, for some actors, it will be…
More Questions about Agents and Managers
Well, the hits just keep on comin’! You have plenty of agent and manager related questions. Here are a few more, with some more answers! My question is specific to kids’ management contracts. I’ve heard…
The Difference Between Agents and Managers
What’s the difference between an agent and a manager? Well, according to “Eric” on HBO’s hit series Entourage, that’s simple: “The manager is the one who cares.” Of course, that’s the joke answer. The serious…
Questions about Agents and Managers
In my first column in this series on agents and managers, I asked you to feel free to fire off any rep-related questions you might have. Here’s a selection of emails that represent the types…
What to Look for in an Agent
Okay, so far we’ve looked at How To Fire Your Agent and When To Fire Your Agent. Now, as we move from “later in the relationship” to “earlier in the relationship,” we’ll look at What…