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Letter Writing
Generic Letter to Acting Agents
Hi
Writing to agents has alway been a pet hate of mine. They obviously receive a great deal of letters and I am always unsure how to approach them. I don't want to appear too formal but also defineatly don't wish to appear too casual (in a cheesy david brent kinda way). Also, do I keep it short and to the point and let the CV do the talking or do i talk about myself a little?
Some things you should know:
- I am trying to leave one agent for another
- I am in a play that i would like to invite them to
Here are a couple of attempts, any help/advice would be greatly appreiciated
P.S I particularly hate the first line, they must see this soooo many times.
Dear Sir/Madam
I am writing to you as I am looking to change my current representation.
I graduated from “Drama School” a few years ago and since have worked consistently on the fringe circuit in London and Edinburgh gaining invaluable experience. I am now looking to build upon this experience and I do not feel that my current agent can help me with this development.
For an opportunity to see some of my work, I will be playing “Character” in a production of “Play” at “Venue” between “dates”. If you have anyone in the area between those dates I would love you to come and see it. Let me know and I’ll be happy to arrange tickets.
Kind Regards
Me
Dear Sir/Madam
I would like to invite you to a production of "Play" at "Venue" that will be taking place between "dates". I am currently seeking new representation and would love you to come and see some of my work. I will be playing "Character" in the production, if you can make it please contact me and I will be happy to arrange tickets.
Kind Regards
Me
Thanks inadvance....
Writing to agents has alway been a pet hate of mine. They obviously receive a great deal of letters and I am always unsure how to approach them. I don't want to appear too formal but also defineatly don't wish to appear too casual (in a cheesy david brent kinda way). Also, do I keep it short and to the point and let the CV do the talking or do i talk about myself a little?
Some things you should know:
- I am trying to leave one agent for another
- I am in a play that i would like to invite them to
Here are a couple of attempts, any help/advice would be greatly appreiciated
P.S I particularly hate the first line, they must see this soooo many times.
Dear Sir/Madam
I am writing to you as I am looking to change my current representation.
I graduated from “Drama School” a few years ago and since have worked consistently on the fringe circuit in London and Edinburgh gaining invaluable experience. I am now looking to build upon this experience and I do not feel that my current agent can help me with this development.
For an opportunity to see some of my work, I will be playing “Character” in a production of “Play” at “Venue” between “dates”. If you have anyone in the area between those dates I would love you to come and see it. Let me know and I’ll be happy to arrange tickets.
Kind Regards
Me
Dear Sir/Madam
I would like to invite you to a production of "Play" at "Venue" that will be taking place between "dates". I am currently seeking new representation and would love you to come and see some of my work. I will be playing "Character" in the production, if you can make it please contact me and I will be happy to arrange tickets.
Kind Regards
Me
Thanks inadvance....
Top answer
Hi, Of the two drafts you have given, I like the second one better. I don't know anything about your industry. But if I had to make some shot in the dark comments, I would say this: 1) Aren't "agents" done by word of mouth?
- Hi, Of the two drafts you have given, I like the second one better.
- I don't know anything about your industry.
- But if I had to make some shot in the dark comments, I would say this: 1) Aren't "agents" done by word of mouth?
- If so, find a good that way.
- 2) You haven't shown in your letter why you have chosen him or her.
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Hi,
Of the two drafts you have given, I like the second one better.
I don't know anything about your industry. But if I had to make some shot in the dark comments, I would say this:
1) Aren't "agents" done by word of mouth? If so, find a good that way.
2) You haven't shown in your letter why you have chosen him or her. Why is that individual special, or
Of the two drafts you have given, I like the second one better.
I don't know anything about your industry. But if I had to make some shot in the dark comments, I would say this:
1) Aren't "agents" done by word of mouth? If so, find a good that way.
2) You haven't shown in your letter why you have chosen him or her. Why is that individual special, or
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Good advice from Mountainhiker.
Yes, industry folk get tons of the same types of letters each day; they also meet with actors face-to-face each day who all want the same thing. Actors' written communication should represent them just as well as their face-to-face meetings. And what differentiates one actor from the next? Each actor/person is unique and no one else can be a better "you" th
Yes, industry folk get tons of the same types of letters each day; they also meet with actors face-to-face each day who all want the same thing. Actors' written communication should represent them just as well as their face-to-face meetings. And what differentiates one actor from the next? Each actor/person is unique and no one else can be a better "you" th
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