Frederick Levy, ACTING IN YOUNG HOLLYWOOD talent agent, author: Mr. Media Radio Interview

Summary: It is the dream of many kids, tweens, and teens—landing a role on a TV series or starring in a feature film. With franchises such as “Hannah Montana,” “iCarly,” “Gossip Girl,” and High School Musical, and the new feature film FAME, there has never been a better time for aspiring child and teen actors to break into show business—but the path to stardom can be notoriously harsh. Enter Frederick Levy, top talent manager and sympathetic advocate for young stage and screen actors across the country. In his new book, Acting in Young Hollywood: A Career Guide for Kids, Teens, and Adults Who Play Young Too , Levy advises on everything from headshots and reels to the role of agents, managers, and parents to auditions and booking a job. Levy covers all the bases from how to get started finding basic training and representation all the way through managing your career and harnessing the power of publicity. Filled with inspiring anecdotes about the biz, this book entertains readers while offering sound, proven advice from actors, acting coaches, agents, and casting directors. In addition, Levy provides a comprehensive appendix filled with contact information for talent agencies, management companies, unions, studios, and more. With Acting in Young Hollywood as a guide anyone can successfully navigate the complex world of child acting and find fulfillment and lucrative opportunities. Levy is the author of five books and the owner of Management 101 in Los Angeles.