Want to act in Auckland (new zealand). Where do I start?
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Get off this site & start checking the web for cheap air fare.   Good luck
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You gotta put something together first like a demo showcasing your talent.Enter local competitions and talent shows.
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check your newspaper.  sometimes in the classifieds or entertainment sections there are ads for extras, or open auditions.  I think that might be a good way to get started....
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bouncer advice is good. but its easier said than done. but once you are in you are in! you really have to know more than fight skills though, public relations, and common sense are essential. you can teach fighting, but not brains, so make sure you are a gentleman rogue, and not a thug, or you will make too many enemies...\n\nGet to know the appropriate laws of tresspass, assault, etc to protect your actions. \nAt 34 I feel like its nearly time to give it up and let some young blood take my place...though I get NZ$20 - 25 p/h depending on where I am. a couple of 12 hour shifts and its good money. plus tips.\n\nor if you have a great passion and skill level, try tuition. try private classes at the YMCA. you you have a solid background it shouldnt be hard to get started on a small scale and slowly build it up.
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You do not have to be in Hollywood or New York City to act.  Get involved with local theater groups or high school plays.  It is a great way to get experience and later to become known.\n\nYou do not say where in Michigan.  There are theater groups across southern Michigan.  Get the local experience first before worrying about moving away.
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You need to get as much experience as you can, so keep auditioning and doing local plays.  However, if you want to "hit it big" you're going to eventually have to take a chance and move to New York, Los Angeles, or some other large city with a vibrant entertainment scene.  Why should the industry folks come find you when there are thousands of actors and actresses who've made the commitment to come to THEM?
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It depends on where you live, but most newspapers and phone directories would have "Agencies" listed, you look for the acting/modeling section and ring the agencies from there. If your in Australia the newspapers have agencies listed in the casual section of the job search...don't know about over seas.\n\nHope this helps
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You don't say what part of the country you are from but there are small film makers and film associations all over. Try looking them up on the net and finding out about auditioning through them.  I've been in a couple local shorts that have gone to international festivals. it's a good way to get your foot in the door.\n\nLocal commercials can be a good jumping off point.  Call local add agencies and see what they say.\n\n Then you'll want to see about an agent and you need to set up a web sight.
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Check newspapers for casting.  Also Try www.artshub.com and other industry sites.  Plus you could try and get a manager.
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Here is a good site to get you started in finding auditions and casting calls in your area:\n\nhttp://www.auditions.com/article_5.php\n\nGood luck in your acting career!
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Go to their website. They have a list of things you need to do. You need to fill out an application, make a video including everyone you plan on bringing with you, send in pictures of you and your help team, write a small paragragh about why you should be on the show, etc.
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Walk ins are best. You need to audition and show them what ya got!
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You get a union card and an agent...show up for casting calls when they go out. Good luck!
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You can get the skinny on local events and activities from your city's convention and visitor's bureau. They usually have a newcomer's packet, and will certainly have an ear to the ground on where you can get involved. You might also check your local library for groups, newcomer info, and a community bulletin board.\n\nGood luck!\n~Tia~
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Fly to Mackay or any mine town in Queensland or the rest of Australia and go to the local pub when you get there.  Ask a few of the locals or even the bartender,  you will get a job within a day,  they are screaming for people to work at the moment.  Good luck its hard yakka  ")
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Good place to start is to check your state's film office.  They will post casting notices, but only if there is work in your state.  I would also try casting sites like mandy's.com and craigslist.  They're a bit more local oriented too, which is the best way to start since no one is going to pay you a decent amount.  Also check with casting agents, but only if you actually want to act.\nFinally realize extras are treated as though they are props and usually are paid very little for long work days 12+ hours, and generally are disappointed in the paycheck
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audition. \nlook for open calls for shows.\nmaybe check their website.\nor get with an agent.