INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Call up friends, neighbors, and relatives and ask them if they'd be willing to help you move the piano. At minimum, aim for a group of four people in at least average physical shape, who are willing to spend one to two hours helping you with the move. The more helpers the better: Five people in average physical shape will be more effective than three people in above-average shape.  Do not ask for help from anyone who has a history of back, leg, hip, or arm injuries. Children should not help with piano moving. Take some time to select an outfit that is comfortable and loose enough to be flexible. For example, pants that are too tight could tear as you squat to lift the piano. Wear athletic shoes or work boots with a treaded sole that grips floors and outdoor surfaces well. And use a pair of work gloves with rubber-treated palms to help you get a better grip on the piano.  Don't wear long jewelry, such as necklaces or bracelets, that could get caught in tight spaces while moving. Do without excessively baggy clothing as well, since it too can get caught during the move. To protect the keys from damage during travel, put the lid down over the keyboard and lock it into place. If the lid does not have a lock, secure it with some tape that won't remove the wood's paint or stain, such as masking tape or electrical tape. Have at least two movers shift the piano back from the wall about 6 inches (15.2 centimeters) by pulling out the front legs. Using masking tape or electrical tape, secure moving blankets or other padded fabric to cover all painted and lacquered surfaces of the piano. The blankets will shield the piano from getting dented and scratched on the way to the moving truck and during the drive to your destination. Some upright pianos have cylindrical moving handles attached to the outer frame of the back side. Be careful not to cover these with blankets, since you'll need to access them when it's time to lift the piano. Move aside any furniture or rugs that will get in the way of the piano as you roll it toward the exit door. If the door does not stay open on its own, have a mover or an extra helper hold it for you. Make sure any children are supervised during the move, and are clear of the exit path. If you'll need to carry the piano down any porch steps, you'll need to use a metal stair ramp. These can be rented from moving companies, sometimes from the same company you may be renting a moving van from. Put all ramps, including the moving van's loading ramp, in place before starting the move. To find a stair ramp, look up “Moving Equipment Rental” in a telephone directory or online search.

SUMMARY: Assemble a moving team. Wear appropriate clothing. Cover up the keyboard. Protect the piano with moving blankets. Clear a path to the exit. Set up ramps.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: A good headshot is critical to getting roles. Casting directors may see your headshot and call you in for auditions. Look online for photographers that specialize in headshots in your area and give them a call to schedule an appointment. Headshots exist to inform the casting director of your look, age, and who you are.  Make sure to get makeup and hair done before the headshot so you look your best. Consider including a shot that shows your natural apprentice too. Professional level headshots can be expensive and range anywhere from $400 - $1,200 (US Dollars)  Be as natural as you can in your headshot, and avoid over-editing or makeup so the casting director knows what to expect when you audition. A good agent will have existing network connections in the industry and be able to get you auditions for roles that you wouldn't be able to get yourself. Set up meetings with management agencies and talk to different people in the industry to get referrals. Agents also negotiate pay in some circumstances as well.  Many agents charge you 10% of your earnings.  Agents also help you prepare for auditions and can impart useful knowledge about a career in acting to you. Make sure to thoroughly look through any contract with an attorney or similar qualified professional before signing any agreements or contracts. Networking in the acting industry is critically important and it can help you land roles if you know the right people. Make sure to keep in touch with directors and other actors and actresses and you may be the first in mind for a specific role.  Remember to be pleasant and be easy to work with and talk with. If you get a bad reputation, it may make it harder for your to get auditions. Many actors will continue to work with the same people through their career.  Never turn down the opportunity to attend a meeting to talk about a potential role or a new project someone is working on. You won’t get all of the roles you audition for, but it doesn’t mean you should throw in the towel. Continue to hone your craft and network in the industry, and you’ll eventually you’ll be able to become a famous actress.  Matt Le Blanc struggled to land a role for years before he ended up on the hit show “Friends” in 1994.  If you keep getting rejected for the same roles, try to switch up the types of roles you’re auditioning for. Agent workshops or showcases are opportunities for actors to showcase their skills in front of casting directors or producers. Actors attend these workshops and do read scripts to potentially land roles in the future. Make sure that when you attend one of these workshops you’re dressed well and you’ve prepared a monologue. There are sometimes open opportunities for actors to land a role in a movie or play depending on where you live. Most open casting calls require the actor have a head shot, and a resume of past performance.  Starting as an extra will give you insight into film production and performance. Don’t turn these opportunities down. Don’t turn down opportunities to do commercials. Dakota Fanning, Farrah Fawcett, and Jodie Foster all starred in commercials before hitting the big screen.

SUMMARY:
Get a headshot taken by a photographer. Hire an agent. Surround yourself with other people in the acting industry. Remain persistent, even when you are rejected. Attend agent workshops. Look for open casting calls in your area.