Hi, just a bit of a general, out there question, a 2nd opinion if you will, about professional names. An agent has advised that I change my name from klarke as it is too much of a "stage name" and too contrived to be taken seriously in the industry, however other directors have said that it works an...
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I wonder what Mr. Benedict Cumberbatch would say about it...
I changed my name a few times as well and realized that my real name was the only named that made me feel like "Me" I actually had anxiety about changing my name back and forth but I decided to keep m...
Expand commentI changed my name a few times as well and realized that my real name was the only named that made me feel like "Me" I actually had anxiety about changing my name back and forth but I decided to keep my real name. However if your name is already in equity I would suggest to change the spelling of your name. And it does stand out. its not that big of a difference.
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My opinion is to split the difference: Klarke reads/looks too gimmicky for my taste, so I'd suggest Klark Alexander or Alexander Klark. I agree w/ the other person who suggested Alexander Edwards - it...
Expand commentMy opinion is to split the difference: Klarke reads/looks too gimmicky for my taste, so I'd suggest Klark Alexander or Alexander Klark. I agree w/ the other person who suggested Alexander Edwards - it reads almost British. I like Klark without the e and it reminds me of another actor who modified his name only slightly: Nelsan Ellis from True Blood. Nelsan, instead of Nelson, captures your attention, but he didn't go over the top with, say Nelsaan or something. Just my taste though.
Having thought about it, I think you're right, dropping the 'e' would work best. So and would mean I wouldn't lose the credits from what I've already done. So it's the best of both worlds. Thank you a...
Expand commentHaving thought about it, I think you're right, dropping the 'e' would work best. So and would mean I wouldn't lose the credits from what I've already done. So it's the best of both worlds. Thank you all very much for the advice guys, it's really appreciated... Now just keep an eye out for the name! Haha! ;)
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I think Casting Directors and Directors are more interested in #1 your look first a foremost #2 Can you act. If you possess those 2 qualities unless your name is Indiana Jones be yourself.