Today’s #MondayMythDebunker specifically refers to theatrical agents in the same (smaller) market, as theatrical agents in bigger markets like LA & NY most likely will practice exclusivity for their clients.
More is better, right?
As with most things in this industry—𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘭𝘺.
YES, many agencies in smaller markets will allow you to have more than one agent, especially if the region is further out from their local market—but is it the best choice?
That depends.
It depends on what your goals are:
If you’re looking to work as much as possible and quality of auditions + money is not a huge factor, maybe this could work for you.
If that does’t sound like your ideal situation however, read on…
Loyalty does a heck of a lot more than just a pat on the back. It can make a difference on how hard someone will work for you.
Remember, your agent doesn’t get paid unless you do.
Knowing that you are their only client in that region will (subconsciously or not) push them to get you more auditions and work harder for you.
They are trusting that you are doing your part (training, classes, material updates, etc.) — 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹.
And if you don’t? The best answer might be to look elsewhere instead of adding anyone additional.
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Related reading: Is Any Agent Better Than No Agent?, Do You Need a Top Agency to Get Noticed? and What If Your Agent Does Not Submit You?.
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