The Young Actor's Guide

Gah!! So excited I was finally able to interview my good friend, actress Marla Sokoloff for the podcast!! You know Marla from Full & Fuller House as Gia, The Practice, The Fosters, Dude, Where's My Car and so much more. I know her as a great actress, mom and friend. I had so many questions for her - from how she started, to making the move out to LA for pilot season, to how she was able to escape the negative path that so many other Hollywood actors couldn't.

Listen to this inspiring, informative interview and let me know your thoughts!

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I am giddy with excitement over this episode you guys!! Actor JT Neal started just like a lot of you...he was a kid that talked too much in class in a small town in Texas, stumbled upon acting and the rest is history. His story is incredible... he had big dreams, supportive parents and talent, which is how we met back in 2014 when I cast him on Nickelodeon's Haunted Hathaways. Listen to hear the ups and downs of a young actor just starting out, and make sure to watch JT in the upcoming ABC sitcom, Bless This Mess, starring Lake Bell and Dax Shepard! 

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There is no way around it - being an actor is TOUGH. There are a lot of NO's, a lot of no responses, and a lot of competition. It's so easy to get lost in the negative feelings and sadness that comes with all of the rejection...

BUT.

It doesn't HAVE to be this way. There are ways to handle and manage the disappointment and highs and lows. Listen to this episode to get inspired. 

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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays all! Consider this a Christmas present from me to you because this episode is as valuable as you can get. Do you ever have to do self-tape auditions? If so, this episode with Casting Director Amber Horn will give you incredible insight on what to do to make your tapes POP. Get a piece of paper and pen out for this one, you will DEFINITELY want to take notes!

With love,

Dana Bowling

Hey guys! A short episode about how important it is to LISTEN to your child and why it's essential to take a step back when things get too negative! Avoid the parent/child fighting and make sure everyone is really in this for the RIGHT reason! 

xo
Dana

After a whirlwind week here in Los Angeles, I am excited to bring you this episode! Ever wonder what goes through the mind of a children's talent agent? In this episode, I interview Laura Thede, the Director of the Youth Division at DDO Agency! She tells me all about how she started, her background as a dancer and in casting, and how she started and grew the youth theatrical department at her agency! Listen to this one, to get to know an agent's perspective!! 

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STOP WHAT YOU ARE DOING and listen to this episode. Are you an actor with an agent and/or a manager or are you on the hunt for a rep? If so, this episode is for YOU. I reached out to the top youth agents and managers and found out the top ten pet peeves and do's and don'ts from their clients! This is incredible advice, take notes and be aware of your actions! Remember, you work for each other!

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THIS right here may be the most important episode yet. CONFIDENCE is a hugely understated part of the whole acting world. If you don't master it, you WILL struggle in auditions. We all know how hard it is to keep putting yourself out there and hearing the word "no" or not hearing anything at all. With all of that "negative" feedback, how can you remain confident!!?? By using the 4 pillars that I outline here:

MINDSET
VISUALIZATION
PHYSICALITY
ACTION

Listen to this episode for real, tangible ways to BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE now! 

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This one is listener supported! Everyday, I get new questions regarding children and the acting business and have noticed a pattern: a lot of you have the SAME questions! In this episode, I answer the following questions:

*Why isn't my child getting enough auditions?

*What happens AFTER we book and is there on set etiquette that we should know about?

*What should I do when my child seems disinterested in acting out of nowhere?

*Can I ask for feedback?

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In our first of the PARENT/CHILD INTERVIEW SERIES, I get to interview one of my favorite actresses, the stunning and smart Kayla Maisonet!

Fans know her most recently as Georgie from the Disney hit show Stuck In the Middle and she has also appeared in various other shows like Dog With a Blog and Haunted Hathaways. I have known Kayla since she was just 12 and new to Los Angeles and have since cast her in three projects so I clearly am a huge fan! 

In this interview, I speak to both Kayla and her amazing mom Amanda all about the business and their journey. From moving to LA to follow Kayla's dream when she was just a young girl, to the roads that led to incredible success. Most importantly, we talk about what is necessary to stay grounded and healthy as a child actor, and how important it is to keep your relationships with your family and close ones #1. 

You can follow Kayla on Instagram (where she has over 1 MILLION followers!)

Also, you can find me HERE on IG where you can get tips, motivation, and be the first to know about upcoming classes and specials - have YOU signed up for my October Emerging Actor's Class yet??? 

Thanks for following along, and head over to my website to get to know more about me!

Dana