You learn a great deal in acting classes, provided you have the right instructor and the class make up is right for you. You must ask questions and pay attention to several attributes of a credible acting class, so it's not a waste of time and money.

You gave a great audition and showed everything you wanted to show to the casting director. There's nothing left for you to do, but wait, and wait, and wait. The call finally came...or never did.

Many of my friends are talent managers. They operate differently. There are several things to look for and questions to ask before you sign or work with a talent manager. Many are really great, but some are not. They are out to scam you. Don't get lost in the title.

It's about the product, the child. Parents, with good intentions, often try to control the process. When you take a child, the parent is part of the package. That's a good or bad thing for production, depending on the parent.