Parents often feel helpless when it comes to supporting their young actors because so much of success seems arbitrary or out of their hands. But there are a number of things you can do to support your kid as they pursue a professional career, both increasing their odds of success and keeping them grounded and happy through the inevitable ups and downs.
Here are five ways you can support your young actor as they pursue their dream:
1. Sign them up for quality classes. It’s easy to assume your child is “a natural”—and maybe they are—but even the most talented kids can benefit from a good acting teacher. Could they succeed without acting training? It happens, but even those who make it without some kind of formal training usually have learned by doing in some way. Giving your kid the gift of classes in a well-regarded acting school absolutely increases their odds of success. No acting schools in your area? Sign them up for your local community theater.
2. Look for opportunities for them to practice their audition skills.Like everything else in life, the more you audition, the better you get at that skill. And the better your child gets, the less nervous they will be, and the closer
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