Hi Bonnie, Thanks so much! That’s an awesome idea: my own Character History! Quick question for you: I recently had an audition for an African character who is a nurse! The dialogue was mostly medical…
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Pilots That Didn’t Go
Ever since CastingAbout posted their Network Upfronts Report, chatter has been all over about these pilots that didn’t go. Actors who tested at network but who didn’t get cast are saying, “Oh, wow. I spent…
Reel Footage? Short Film? Feature Film? Help!
Hi Bonnie, To say you have taught me everything I know about the business may in fact be an understatement. Self-Management for Actors helped me create a mindset about my career that is unheard of…
Three Things
When it comes down to it, you’re all freakin’ talented, beautiful people. You know that, right? Obviously, you take your career seriously, you invest in training, you keep your union dues paid (or you’re working…
When to Walk Away
I’ve talked about When To Say NO (several times), but there’s a conversation going on over at PARF (Professional Actors Resource Forums) that has gotten very specific about walking away from a role, and I…
Pick Your Hard
“It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it. The HARD is what makes it great.” — Jimmy Dugan, A League of Their Own So, I had already chosen this week’s…
Put Acting on Hold While I Fix My Teeth?
Hey Bonnie, Been reading your column recently and it’s great! So I’ve recently made a decision about wanting to become an actor. However, I’m afraid that I’ll be needing to get braces/Invisalign (best case scenario)…
Physical Choices
I have had the great pleasure of witnessing three of the best auditions I’ve ever seen, all within the past two months. Well, technically, two were auditions and one was a pitch, but still, some…
Feedback on Age and IMDb
I’m sure you predicted that this week’s Your Turn would be all about last week’s column on Age and IMDb. Let’s get to it, shall we? First email: What!? You mean when that casting director…
Change My Haircolor to Be More Castable?
Hi Bonnie! I’m a long-time fan, love your book, love your column. Thank you for all of your giving back. Can I ask your advice? I’m early 30s actress in LA — type is professional…