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A young actor clasping their hands in a hopeful pose, symbolizing the struggle to get the initial audition.

I Never Get The Initial Audition. Is There a Way to Break Through? | Teacup of Wisdom

Dear Ms. Wisdom, I watch other actors talk about callbacks and chemistry reads, and I cannot relate because I never...

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Man posing casually in tropical clothing with a beach ball against a green-screen backdrop, symbolizing how perpetuity contract clauses can disguise permanent usage under a friendly exterior.

What exactly is a perpetuity clause, and should I sign one? | Teacup of Wisdom

Dear Ms. Wisdom, What exactly is a perpetuity clause, and should I sign one?The offer I received says it is...

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A student writing during a classroom exam, overlaid with a faint TV remote to symbolize balancing acting vs school commitments.

Acting vs School: Should I Take a Role on a Major Series During School Finals? | Teacup of Wisdom

Dear Ms. Wisdom, I have an acting vs school dilemma: I have the chance to join a major series —...

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Actor in a red shirt covering his face with his hand, looking frustrated and discouraged against a plain gray wall.

Maybe I’m Not Good? | Teacup of Wisdom

Maybe I'm Not Good Dear Ms. Wisdom, Maybe I'm not good? I went to a casting director workshop last week,...

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A woman types on a laptop displaying the word “Roles” and a large “Submit” button, symbolizing an actor sending out submissions for casting opportunities. Should I still submit myself?

Should I Still Submit Myself for Roles If I Already Have an Agent? | Teacup of Wisdom

Should I still Submit Myself? Dear Ms. Wisdom I finally have representation — an agent who pitches me for real...

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Being an Extra: Does it Have to Be a Nightmare?

Being an Extra: Does it Have to Be a Nightmare? | Teacup of Wisdom

Being an Extra Being an extra doesn't have to be a nightmare, but it can have challenges. It can be...

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A young girl in a gray winter coat and knit hat stands in front of a clapperboard held by an adult, looking unsure—an image illustrating the realities of child acting.

Child Acting: What Are The Downsides of Starting Early? | Teacup of Wisdom

A young actor clasping their hands in a hopeful pose, symbolizing the struggle to get the initial audition.

I Never Get The Initial Audition. Is There a Way to Break Through? | Teacup of Wisdom

Man posing casually in tropical clothing with a beach ball against a green-screen backdrop, symbolizing how perpetuity contract clauses can disguise permanent usage under a friendly exterior.

What exactly is a perpetuity clause, and should I sign one? | Teacup of Wisdom

A student writing during a classroom exam, overlaid with a faint TV remote to symbolize balancing acting vs school commitments.

Acting vs School: Should I Take a Role on a Major Series During School Finals? | Teacup of Wisdom

Close-up of a woman with a visible facial scar surrounded by soft makeup brushes and pink powder, symbolizing confidence and artistry in acting with scars.

Acting With Visible Scars: Can I Still Get Roles? | Teacup of Wisdom