With the success of such films as Harry Potter, Spy Kids and the Chronicles of Narnia, more and more youngsters are turning to their parents and asking if they can make movies like the kids they see on the screen. Becoming a child actor or actress is not something to be taken lightly, and there is a lot for the children – and their parents – to learn.
As a parent, your first duty is to make sure your child is happy and well-adjusted. You have probably heard the horror stories of over-zealous stage parents hoarding all of their childs money, or even the stereotypical child star terrorizing the set. While some parents and children fail to handle success very well, the parents who are informed and never stop learning about the profession very often do succeed.
If your child is serious about becoming an actor or actress, there are several steps you can take to get them started right their in your home town.
First, sit down with your child and make sure they know that becoming an actor or actress is a commitment that will take months and probably years before they see any real results. There are a lot of actors, but very few stars in the...