by Bonnie Wallace | General, Parenting
Predators, sexual harassment, and assault are a danger to our kids both inside and outside of Hollywood. And as uncomfortable as this is to address, ignoring it endangers our kids even more. This past season has been intense—both hard and hopeful. Our society seems to...
by Bonnie Wallace | General, Resources, Top Picks
Here are some excellent resources for actors. This list will get you off to the right start with a basic set of trusted sites, people, and products. Check back regularly for additions and updates. Of course, sometimes there is nothing better than talking with someone...
by Bonnie Wallace | General, Parenting
This summer I watched my kid, Dove Cameron, perform live over three nights at the Hollywood Bowl, playing Sophie in Mamma Mia. I share this not to brag, but to mark a special moment in our adventure, and to illustrate what is possible. Ten years ago, when she was 11,...
by Bonnie Wallace | Advice, General
Earlier this week I posted one of my favorite Martin Luther King quotes on Instagram. MLK knew a lot about faith and perseverance. About starting a journey without a map. And his words are true for any of us approaching a daunting but worthy effort. “You don’t have to...
by Bonnie Wallace | Casting, General
This week, casting director workshops are in the news. The LA City Attorney served five major casting firms, and twenty-five individuals, with criminal charges in a pay-for-play violation of the Krekorian Talent Scam Prevention Act. Los Angeles is the center of the...
by Bonnie Wallace | Education, General
Signing with an agent and getting cast in decent roles is a challenge for anyone in the industry at any age: for young actors aged 15-17, it can be especially challenging. The CHSPE offers a potential solution. Most roles for that age group are actually played by...
