I'm Talented... Now What?: A 16-Week Workbook for Performing Artists

by Michelle Loucadoux

Overview

It is often assumed that successful artists have “made it” forever when they are “discovered” by a producer, director, or agent. But the reality is that a career in the arts requires research, careful planning, networking, financial prowess, thoughtful specificity, and dedication to creating a career with longevity.

I’m Talented . . . Now What? helps aspiring performing artists make actionable plans to pursue a successful, financially stable career. Using dozens of exercises and templates throughout, Michelle Loucadoux fosters creativity, specificity, and practicality through a 16-week workbook suitable for arts courses. Topics include how to create a marketing plan, presenting a brand specific to goals, and building a network of industry-related contacts. Actors, singers, dancers, musicians, and other creatives will find this book useful in becoming entrepreneurial in their approaches.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781538139875
Publisher:	Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Publication date:	12/15/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	208
File size:	3 MB

About the Author

Michelle Loucadoux has performed in five Broadway musicals including playing Hope Harcort in the Tony award-winning Anything Goes, originating the Broadway cast of The Little Mermaid as Adella, performing the role of Babette in Beauty and the Beast, originating the Broadway cast of Mary Poppins, and singing alongside Paul McCartney in Chance and Chemistry. Previous to joining Broadway, she danced professionally for New Jersey Ballet, Greensboro Ballet, and Lexington Ballet. On screen, Michelle starred in the film Across the Universe, has appeared on television in Criminal Minds, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, and The View. She is the author of Making it Werk: A Dancer's Guide to the Business of Dance.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Dream a little dream . . . and a big one too

Chapter 2: Find your why and your me

Chapter 3: Burger with a side of hustle

Chapter 4: The Diva is in the Details

Chapter 5: The Mentor Mambo

Chapter 6: Breaking the fourth wall of finances

Chapter 7: Stand Out to Fit In

Chapter 8: The Movie in Your Mind

Chapter 9: Creating Your Artist’s Style

Chapter 10: Your Personal VIP List

Chapter 11: Do what you do best

Chapter 12: Dress the Part

Chapter 13: Worst Case Scenario

Chapter 14: Pay it Forward

Chapter 15: Your virtual marquee

Chapter 16: Curtain Call

Epilogue

Bibliography

Editorial Reviews

What every young artist needs to make the most of their talent and their business... So important!

Kearran Ambrosino

I’m Talented … Now What? is a fresh, realistic, and poignant resource to navigate the current landscape of the entertainment industry as it guides young artists from a wealth of experience by established author Michelle Loucadoux. This book is a must-read for every performing artist pursuing their dreams!

Shelli Margheritis