by Susan A. Sherman of Ambassador Talent
First, I would like to thank Lindsay Glickstein of Shirley Hamilton’s Talent Agency for filling in for me with her AGENT ADVICE column while I was on a brief sabbatical from my column ASK THE AGENT. I’m sure that you all agree, Lindsay’s advice on minors getting started in […]

Dear Lindsey,
I have an 8-year-old son who seems prone to the arts in general and acting and music in particular. He’s always been a ham, brave in front of an audience and a junior comedian. The difference now is that he’s asking for head shots and […]

by: Susan A. Sherman, Ambassador Talent Agency
Q: Hello Susan! I am an actor with a very short resume. I have been studying with various teachers over the years and am currently seeking representation. My question is, how hard is it going to be for me to get a meeting with an agent when I don’t […]

by: Susan A. Sherman, Ambassador Talent Agency
Q: I am kind of annoyed with my agent lately, as she asks me to repeat all the audition information that she gives me. I am not a child, and I resent being treated like one.
-John P., Chicago
A: To be honest with you, John, you should not feel insulted […]

 
By: Susan A. Sherman of Ambassador Talent Agency
QUESTION: I’m Yvonne, an actor based in the lovely city of Chicago. My question to you is the following-What do you recommend for those actresses that are pregnant and want to pursue their career while expecting and is the process different from those actresses that are not […]

 
Editor’s Notes Welcome to Chicagoactor.com’s newest monthly column called “Ask The Agent.” Susan Sherman, President of Ambassador Talent, will be answering questions on acting as a professional career from her vast experience as an agent. We invite you to submit questions to: AskTheAgent@Chicagoactor.com.
ASK THE AGENT
Susan A. Sherman of Ambassador Talent
QUESTION: I was recently called by […]