don’t go broke while aiding your child actor or helping yourself in this business!

that doesn’t mean they don’t cost you money…they do – and lots of it…but there is ways you can save money…

although “most things acting” that are for adults are many times the same cost for kids with a few exceptions…

1. some acting classes are less expensive for kids…so you can save a few bucks there, but it’s still going to cost you quite a bit…
2. headshots with some photographers are cheaper for kids…ask when you call around for info…that may make the difference in who you go to…
3. clothes for kids are less than clothes for adults…my suggestion, do not allow your child to wear their audition clothes for everyday life…get them 2 or 3 outfits (different colors/types) and put them away specifically for auditions…and every time your child actor puts them on, they will feel good knowing that they feel new and are their “lucky audition clothes”…well, actually, this only works when they are little…as they grow into teens, this idea goes out the window! 

there are also a few websites that give you some interesting ideas for living frugally…

www.cheapskatemonthly.com
www.stretcher.com
www.frugalcorner.com

there are also others…if you have any, please email me or leave a comment here so that others can benefit from it also…

one more important factor in saving money is where you live…if you want to live in l.a. or nyc, be aware that rents for apartments and houses are through the roof! but, if you live in the suburbs of both cities, you can find some less expensive places to live…in both l.a. and nyc, there are people who have apartments in their homes or guest houses which tend to be much cheaper…just be careful…make sure the apartment is legal, or you may find yourself out on the street with a 3 day notice…

i may continue this topic tomorrow…so much to say…so little time…
have a great thrifty day!

hugs and out~