Theater Careers

By Maria Knapp, About.com Guide to Theater

A life in the theater can be difficult, but it can also be a very rewarding career. To become an actor, you need a solid headshot and resume, as well as a good audition piece. Here are some resources to help get you ready for your career.

1. Acting Headshots and Resumes
2. Auditions

Acting Headshots and Resumes

Every actor needs a headshot and a resume. Here are some suggestions on how to organize your resume, as well as some suggestions about what not to do. Worried that you don't have any acting experience? I also have some ideas about how to get some.

• Acting Resumes
• Acting Headshot and Resume Dos and Don'ts
• How do I get experience?

Auditions

Auditions are the key to any acting career. It is hard to get a part without a good audition. I have some tips.

• Audition Tips
• Acting Exercises
• My First Broadway Audition
• Notes on Being an Actor