"The Bible Of The Biz"
Now In Its Fifth Edition

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to interview with Mari Lyn Henry, Kim & Ryan Shively on Samm Brown's FOR THE RECORD, taped 11/18/2007 (56 min.; player will open in popup window) Note: There is a short musical intro before interview begins.

 
How To Be A Working Actor is one of the most comprehensive books on show business I've ever read. I found it informative, entertaining, and I would highly recommend it as an addition to any actor's library.

           —Joe Mantegna, Award-Winning Actor

 

 
What a wonderful book to guide you into—and more importantly—out of the theatrical jungle. Tuck it under your arm and set off purposefully on your journey. Bon Voyage!

—Rosemary Harris, Celebrated
      Stage and Screen Actress

 
How To Be A Working Actor is a fantastic resource for Australian actors who wish to gain a comprehensive understanding into the U.S. market. This book is a 'must read' for all actors who are serious about their craft.   

        —Marg Haynes, Director, Australian and
               U.S. Talent Development Programme
           CEO, The Australian Institute for the
               Performing Arts (AIPA), Sydney  
 

 
This is the quintessential book on understanding and making a start in this industry by the quintessential casting director of her time. A fantastic read for families of actors, wannabe actors and anyone who wants to have a relationship with an actor. The authors make you understand the processes of an actor, the needs and the complete self-focus that is required to make it in this ever changing industry from the vantage points of people who have been there.

        —Hillary B. Smith, Nora, One Life To Live
 
   
 

enowned for more than two decades as the most comprehensive resource for actors, How To Be A Working Actor is a must-read for achieving success in The Business. Now this "Bible of the Biz" has been revised and expanded to address new markets, ever-changing opportunities, and the many new ways today's actors find work.

Talent manager, teacher and career coach Mari Lyn Henry, and actress, author and spokeswoman Lynne Rogers combine their extensive skills and years of experience to cover all of the essentials, including how to market yourself, land roles, and manage a career while living on a budget in New York or Los Angeles. They also provide valuable advice from other industry experts—well-known actors, agents, managers, casting directors and teachers.