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GETTING STARTED

Your Child Wants to Be an Actor.

Now What?

Everything parents need to know before jumping into the industry.

If your child has told you they want to act, you're probably feeling excited. proud and maybe a little overwhelmed. You're not alone! This is where I want you to start. Let's take it one step at a time.

You got this!    -Jenn

Real answers for real parents

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You don't need to read everything. Just click on the question you have right now.

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01

What's the First Step If My Child

Wants to Become an Actor?

Start here if you're brand new to all of this.

02

What Age Should Kids Start Acting?

There isn't one "right" age - and what readiness looks like changes over time.

GETTING READY

03

Does My Child Need Acting Classes?

What training matters when they're just getting started.

04

What If My Child Has No Experience?

You don't need a long list of credits to get started.

AGENTS & MATERIALS

05

When Does My Child Need an Agent?

What Agents look for and when to start the conversation.

06

Headshots & Resumes

What your child actually needs to get started.

LOCATION & COST

07

Do We Have to Move to LA?

What families outside LA need to know.

08

How Much Does It Cost to Get Started?

A realistic look at typical expenses

Still have questions?

Every child and family is different. If you'd like personalized guidance for where you are right now, I'm happy to help.

TESTIMONIALS

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ADDISON RIECKE

The Thunderman's and

A Girl Named Jo

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"Jenn Boyce was instrumental in my daughter’s career path as an actress. She discovered Addison at an acting school in New Orleans, LA. Jenn not only became her Agent, but also her biggest cheerleader and our family’s close friend. She is a wealth of knowledge for parents just starting out in the business, as it can be very overwhelming. There is no one I would trust more with my child starting out in the entertainment industry than Jenn Boyce."

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      -Jeanine Riecke

Portrait of actor Addison Riecke
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