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Starring in the next Broadway hit, Hollywood blockbuster, or Netflix series can make you rich beyond your wildest dreams, but what many actors don’t know is that you can make money as an actor in a variety of other ways as well, some of which can make you equally wealthy and famous, too. Here they are

 Film and TV: Although you may not automatically star in the next box office smash or have your own sitcom, you don’t want to overlook the traditional acting routes of film and television. Chapter 12 explains the feature film and television market, so you can use your knowledge to break into these highly lucrative markets right away.

 Commercials: Appearing in a commercial can be another great way to get exposure, gain valuable acting experience, and possibly make a lot of money at the same time through the magic of residuals (also known as royalties), which is money actors receive every time their commercials appear on national television.Many famous actors, including John Travolta, got started in television commercials, which ultimately led him to television and, finally, feature films. See Chapter 13 for more information on breaking into the commercial acting market. We discuss how commercials have changed in regard to unions and residuals and how to break in to this world.

 Theater: Don’t forget this time-honored tradition! Chapter 14 explains this prestigious acting market and what you can expect when performing in a play.

 Voice-over acting: Watch any Saturday morning cartoon, animated feature film, or animated TV show (such as The Simpsons), and you’ll soon realize that many actors can make a great living just by acting with their voices alone. Best of all, voice-over acting relies strictly on talent and not on looks, which means that actors of all ages, backgrounds, and nationalities can find a wealth of opportunities open to them — no matter what their age or appearance may be. Go to Chapter 15 for more on the hidden but lucrative world of voice-over acting.

 Extra acting: Although being an extra won’t necessarily make you rich and famous, Chapter 16 shows you how to use extra acting to help yourself break into show business from the inside. After you start working as an extra, you can peek behind the scenes to see how film and television acting works. You can also make invaluable contacts with directors and other actors who may be able to help you pursue your dreams of acting.

 Roles for children: In case you have children, you may want to get them into show business as well. Peek at Chapter 17 to see what types of acting opportunities may be available for your son, daughter, nephew, or niece. With a little bit of luck, your child may be able to earn their own money by appearing in commercials, films, TV shows, commercials, or theater.