I like to sing and act but i always get nervous,any suggestions?

Question:Im 11 and I want to be a famous actor/singer but when i get up in front of people i get really,really,nervous. What should i do because like i said i want to be famous but im to nervous to follow my dream.

Best Answer - Chosen by Asker: Im 11 and I want to be a famous actor/singer but when i get up in front of people i get really,really,nervous. What should i do because like i said i want to be famous but im to nervous to follow my dream.

Remember the first time you learned to do anything completely new - like ride a bike or rollerskate? You were probably nervous about that too because it was a unknown experience at that time. Acting and singing are both new to you now. The more you do it, the less it will cause you to be nervous. So practice by yourself - maybe sing one song or recite a poem - and when you feel comfortable, do it for someone you know - even if it's your cat or dog. Then try it out in front of your parents or other family members. Just tell them that it is a work-in-progress.

It will help you a great deal if you always always practice your song/poem/whatever standing up. Do not practice it sitting down because when you stand to perform it you will have one other obstacle to overcome - the standing part. Sounds like it would be simple, doesn't it? But you would be surprised how that one simple thing will cause a performer to become even more nervous.

The more time you spend preparing the easier it will be to do it. Butterflies in the stomach are normal. Shaky legs are normal. Take a few long, slow breaths before you perform the piece.

I wish you well as you begin your journey to reach the goals you have chosen!
Break a leg! ;o)

When you're onstage, become somebody else. It's hard to explain, but if you fall completely into character you almost forget about the audience. I say almost because it's important to remember to pause for applause and laughter. Even when you're singing, it's helpful to create a character around the song. You should also realize that when you're onstage, you can't really see the audience. The lights are too bright to make out more than the first two rows in traditional theaters. Try to start with larger audiences if you can. In my experience, people have had more stage fright with smaller audiences.

Most every performer is nervous. That's just how it is. So...You understand and expect to be nervous or even scared, but because you know what to do,and you're good at it, you go out and do it anyway.Scary and fun at the same time! That's what makes rollercoasters fun too, right?