This invaluable reference for actors contains 3000+ words, slang, and phrases with definitions, for American film, television, multimedia, and theater, all alphabetized for convenience that you can use throughout your career. Also included is information on how to create an effective actor's resume, and a section on how find agents and auditions, and look like a pro during interviews, auditions, and on the set.
Ex. - At the Audition: Stand on your Mark next to the Flat for a Cold Reading for an upcoming Under 5 Role.
Translation: During your tryout for a role that will have five lines or less, you are to stand on a specific point next to the wood frame covered with stretched cloth and read lines you are unfamiliar with.
Additional sections include:
Entertainment Industry Associations/Organizations - 25 of the most well-known industry organizations with a description of each.
Theater Superstitions - 10 of the most popular superstitions that have been passed down from generation to generation.
Stage Direction Abbreviations - The 16 Proscenium stage locations with a diagram and abbreviations.
Performing Arts Genres - 20 film, 24 serial, and 7 specialty genres along with a description of each.
Camera Shots - 65 shot types, with a description of each.
Script Abbreviations - 70 of the most common script abbreviations with a translation for each.
Spec Script & Shooting Script Examples.
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BONUS: A Description of the 30 Most Popular American Entertainment Awards Shows/Presentations