{"product_id":"so-you-want-to-be-an-actor-ebook","title":"So You Want To Be An Actor?","description":"\u003c!-- One-line hook --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA warm, wise and practical handbook for aspiring actors — written by two of the most respected names in British theatre and television.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Tagline --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTimothy West and Prunella Scales share a lifetime of experience, offering honest advice, essential guidance and invaluable insights for anyone considering a career in acting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Access Your Content --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #ddd; padding: 16px; border-radius: 6px; background: #f9f9f9; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eAccess Your Content in Seconds\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003col style=\"margin-left: 20px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eComplete your purchase on our store.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDownload \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegreyhill.com\/pages\/the-grey-hill-app\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grey Hill App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e (free).\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLog in using the same email from checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eYour ebook will appear instantly in your library.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003cp style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #555;\"\u003eAll content is securely delivered through our app and not offered as a Shopify download.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- About the Ebook --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Ebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSo You Want To Be An Actor?\u003c\/strong\u003e is a candid, generous and highly practical guide for anyone thinking of entering the acting profession. Written by \u003cstrong\u003eTimothy West\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ePrunella Scales\u003c\/strong\u003e — two of the most celebrated actors in British theatre and television — the book distils more than a century of combined experience into clear, honest advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWriting alternately throughout the book, and often offering contrasting viewpoints, West and Scales cover over sixty essential topics, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDrama school\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAuditions and interviews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAgents\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinancial security\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLearning lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorking in television and radio\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMedia attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCharmingly informal yet full of hard‑won wisdom, this handbook offers practical do’s and don’ts for every stage of an actor’s journey — from first auditions to navigating the realities of a professional career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEssential reading for anyone with their eye on a life in acting.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Reviews --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Praise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"One of the most valuable books for young and aspiring actors that I have read in recent years... a book to keep with you from debut to death.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e— Rogues and Vagabonds Theatre Website\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Why You'll Love This Ebook --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Ebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHonest, practical advice\u003c\/strong\u003e from two of Britain’s most respected actors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOver sixty essential topics\u003c\/strong\u003e covering every stage of an actor’s development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarm, conversational writing\u003c\/strong\u003e with contrasting viewpoints and shared wisdom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for aspiring actors\u003c\/strong\u003e considering training or entering the profession.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Nick Hern Books essential\u003c\/strong\u003e for anyone serious about acting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- About the Authors --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimothy West\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the UK’s most distinguished actors, with a career spanning theatre, television, film and radio. He has worked extensively with major companies including the National Theatre and the RSC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrunella Scales\u003c\/strong\u003e is an acclaimed actor known for her extensive stage and screen work, including her iconic role in \u003cem\u003eFawlty Towers\u003c\/em\u003e. She has taught, directed and mentored generations of performers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- Publication Details --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePublication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nick Hern Books\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 October 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160 pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN (Ebook):\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781780010601\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ebook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I access my ebook?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDownload \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thegreyhill.com\/pages\/the-grey-hill-app\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Grey Hill App\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and log in using the same email you used at checkout. 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