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"A wonderful introduction to the world of show biz." -- Jerry Seinfeld

"Informative and to the point. She knows the roads that every actor must walk on."-Michael Richards -- "Kramer" on Seinfeld

"Wonderful! Great! Buy it, it's the best!" -- actor, Beverly Hills --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.


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The accomplished author shares her lifetime of techniques and tricks of the trade. For the student and professional actor, here’s the ultimate guide for planning, promoting and expanding an acting career. What you need to know to truly master acting is everything you need to know to master your life because acting is everything. When actors are ready to make acting not only a career, but a lifestyle as well, then this book can be a lifetime guide. It includes up-to-date resources for everything from * headshots * fake cigarettes * changing one’s name * acting nude * great plastic surgeons. It’s all here, including incredible web sites and valuable phone numbers.

A wonderful intro to the world of show biz. -- Jerry Seinfeld

First rate primer, excellent refresher course. -- Jason Alexander


Product Details

  • Paperback: 644 pages
  • Publisher: September Publishing; 11 edition (October 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0962949663
  • ISBN-13: 978-0962949661
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.5 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #138,996 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An Actor's Black Book..., December 29, 2006
By N. Hananger (Everett, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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I started reading this book thinking I could jot down a couple useful pieces of information and quickly advance to another book on acting. Boy was I wrong!

This book is overflowing with so many sources that you may as well toss out the Yellowpages. Judy Kerr did a flawless job of providing step-by-step instructions regarding the business-side of acting and how you can get started.

Sure, there are useful quotes from all kinds of big names and experienced veterans about the technique, but Judy was very wise to simply refer readers to all types of classes, coaches and workshops rather than attempt to write a book on how to act. Experience is the only way you truly learn, not by reading about others who experience it.

I'm currently saving up to take the 2-week trip to Los Angeles to research the city which is mentioned in the book with detailed stops to make.

If you're wondering whether or not this book should be on your bookshelf at home, buy it now. No, don't continue reading my review!! You're not listening and I feel disrespected. You could've been entering your shipping address and credit card info by now you lazy bum! Ya wanna act? Okay, your character is shopping for a book by Judy Kerr... ACTION!!!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A phenominal guide for a successful acting career, March 26, 2000
By Dana Keller (Los Angeles, California) - See all my reviews
I am an actress who recently moved to LA from Seattle (a tiny market compared to LA). Judy's book provided me with invaluable information - preparing me for what to expect, what to do, where to look for a 'day' job, and this is only the beginning. After having the same hairstylist in Seattle for 3 years, her book even led me to someone in LA I could trust to cut my hair.

This is the most comprehensive book on building an acting career that I have ever read. The information contained in this book, is, in and of itself, worth 100 times the cost. It is true, there are lots of books out there that do provide information, but the personal quality Judy gives her book is what really makes it. The tone throughout is positive, and supportive. You feel like she really wants you to succeed in this business!

I find something new and helpful at least once a week in "Acting is Everything". I highly recommend this book to all, whether you are a working professional, or someone who is mildly interested in getting involved in acting.

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Like having a professional adviser at home with you 24/7, December 25, 2006
There is no greater source book out there. For actors and other industry professionals, "Acting Is Everything" is a magnificent compendium of information covering all aspects of pursuing your acting career - from arriving in LA, to agents and managers, to your pictures - and it's wrapped up with motivational and inspiring advice. I have been recommending this book to not only actors but all entertainment professionals that I speak to including seminar attendees, my UCLA Extension students, and my own clients. Owning this book is like having a professional adviser at home with you 24/7.
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