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What is an Open Call When Referring to Auditions (Showbiz Term of the Day)?

Debbie Sikkema — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 04:31:34 +0000

When we talk about acting and modeling auditions, it is important to know what it means if the audition is an Open Call. Today’s Showbiz Term of the Day is “Open Call.” My daughter went to Open Calls a couple of times for shows such as America’s Most Talented Kid before we moved to LA. …

What Is a Go-See? (Showbiz Term of the Day)

Debbie Sikkema — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 04:52:08 +0000

If you are starting a career in showbiz that includes modeling, you have certainly heard, or will very soon hear, the term “Go-See.” Today’s Showbiz Term of the Day is “Go-See.” My daughter was almost 6 when she had her first “go-see” for Pottery Barn. She did not even have a comp card or headshot …

What Are Your Responsibilities as the Parent of a Child Actor?

Debbie Sikkema — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:49:26 +0000

Do you really know what your responsibilities as the parent of a child actor are? Being the parent of a child actor is not an easy job. It requires a huge amount of effort on the part of the parent or parents. At times, it can be as time-consuming as a full-time job. I talked …

Why Are You Pursuing an Acting Career for Your Child?

Debbie Sikkema — Sun, 09 Nov 2008 06:09:12 +0000

A question you really should ask yourself is: “Why am I looking into an acting or modeling career for my child?” There are a number of reasons people do this, and some of the reasons may not be good ones. First and foremost, be sure you are doing this because your child wants to do …