This psychic reading given by Edgar Cayce at Lillian Edgerton, Inc., 267 Fifth Ave., N.Y.C., this 8th day of November, 1933, in accordance with request made by self - Miss [349], Active Member of the Ass'n for Research & Enlightenment, Inc.

Present: Edgar Cayce; Hugh Lynn Cayce, Conductor; Gladys Davis, Steno. Miss [349] and Mrs. [433].

TEXT

1. EC: Yes, we have the body, the enquiring mind, and those conditions in the mental and material affairs of the body at this time, [349]. Ready for questions.
2. (Q) How can I make a good impression on Maurice Schwartz and John Wexley when I read a part for them at 4 P.M. today in the office of Daniel Frohman at 149 W. 45th St., so I can get a part in "Yoshe Kalb"?
   (A) As pointed out, there must be in the activities of the body the assurance that the necessary qualifications for activities in these directions are at a place where self is at least satisfied with the efficiency. And then when taking such a move there needs be only that self acts, speaks, presents that which is NATURAL in self. And the qualifications, as we find, JUSTIFY the body to feel that there will be just as good opportunity for self in this undertaking as with any that may present themselves.
3. (Q) What part in this production would I be fitted for and that I should try for?
   (A) That to which it will be cast, in the roles that fit not only the mannerisms but the type, the voice, and the abilities.
4. (Q) What possible objections might there be to my not getting part in this play?
   (A) As to what the mind of an individual may be, or as to the mind of a casting director, is hard to say as to what would be the influences that would cause one to act; for the idiosyncrasies of such individuals are well known. Hence individuals in presenting themselves, the more natural they are the less injection there is of show, the less there is of "put on"; or of acting parts not in self's own actions as normal, unfits and lessens the possibility of being chosen for such parts or such productions; that is, the less of such activities the better.
5. (Q) What professional name shall I assume that will bring me success in the theatrical profession?
   (A) Rather this, as we have given before, the body should choose for self. Then, as to whether these harmonize or coordinate with the vibrations of the body and its abilities may be best given.
6. (Q) Which of the following names would be the best - Carla Bellda or Belda Tarrant?
   (A) Carla Bellda.
7. (Q) When can I hope for my financial condition to improve so my family and I can be helped financially?
   (A) As the qualifications and activities are expanded [expended?] in the fields that the body chooses in its relations and associations, so will there be the advancement. As to when, the time, the place, this would be rather as guessing. But, as we find, it would be in the coming year.
8. (Q) In the event I am not engaged -
   (A) Why say in the event that you are not engaged? Just know you will be, and act that way!
9. (Q) Is my plan the best to follow out at this time, as I have been doing - by centering all my interests in getting an engagement in the theatre?
   (A) The best.
10. (Q) When can I hope to get in the movies?
    (A) In eighteen months from the time you commence work in the regular theatrical profession.
11. (Q) What company will take me?
    (A) There may be the choosing of one of two sources, as we find, either in the Paramount and their associated organization, or the National Distributors, or National, Incorporated.
12. (Q) What persons in these movie companies should I approach that will give me a chance?
    (A) Any of the casting directors; after the work in the theatre, to be sure, for then some would be different; and to give which ones would be uncomplimentary to some, for some that's [that are] in high position are going to be brought low!
13. (Q) Will I screen well as to face, figure and voice?
    (A) To be sure, these will require certain characters or certain parts; but screen well as to voice, as to figure.
14. (Q) Who, in this present experience, was once my former teacher Xerlon, in the Grecian-Roman period, years 421 to 300? [See 349-9.]
    (A) This would be a real search. We don't find it in the present.
15. (Q) Who, in this present experience, was the play actor, Xterites, in that same period with whom I was associated?
    (A) He hasn't appeared yet in these activities, as we find; because these we find along with that just asked. They are younger in their associations; they are coming on.
16. (Q) With whom was I associated in any incarnation or experience to whom I could go now and who would help me in the theatre or movies?
    (A) As the activities are begun in this field of activity in this direction, as we find, or brought about, there will be the natural drawing together of interests of those who were associated in kindred association in former conditions. As to naming these in the present, it is like seeking the needle - the proverbial needle in the haystack; for these have not had kindred thoughts in their activities as yet, and thoughts must make the directions.
17. (Q) What personalities of Geraldine Farrar, as once given, should I gain to help me make a success in the theatrical profession? [349-8, Par. 24-A]
    (A) The manner particularly of entrances and exits to the actvities in the profession. For, as will soon be seen by the entity or body in its action, these are the periods when the greater impression is made upon that "dear public", that is so necessary for every one that would make a success of associations in these directions. And there will be seen from the abilities of Geraldine Farrar in this connection that few ever surpassed these abilities.
18. (Q) Who is the National, Incorporated company?
    (A) Those associated with two, three companies in the selection or supplying of those that are to be cast in special production for independent companies.
19. (Q) Where are they located?
    (A) In Hollywood.
20. (Q) Am I going about it in the right way - in trying to get a stage engagement?
    (A) We would be very assured that there should be very close to, or the opportunity in the very near future. Going about it in the proper way.
21. (Q) Please advise if there are any advices to be heeded in regard to my health generally.
    (A) These have been very well outlined for the body, and there needs be only those precautions and the general activities in relationships to same as necessary for keeping the body physically and mentally fit for the activities in such associations as contemplated in the present.
22. (Q) What can I do to see that my father [5451]'s license for his newspaper stand is renewed this month and whom should I see?
    (A) Those who have charge of the distribution of same in that particular vicinity and association. Be well that the claim, or the going to would be to the inspector of stands in that particular vicinity.
23. We are through for the present.

    Copy to Self
    Copy to File

BACKGROUND

1. See 349-14 on 10/03/33 and subsequent Reports.

REPORTS

1. 12/04/33 "I want to thank you again for my rdg. Things are still a bit slow but I am plugging right along, and hope that I will soon get a chance to see what I can do."
2. 2/17/34 She requested Ck. Physical 349-16, saying: "I haven't drawn a salary since July 31st... I haven't been able to get a start as yet theatrically, and the business world is just about as dead."
3. 2/21/34 She submitted these questions, verifying appointment for Ck. Physical Rdg. 349-16:
   1. What has caused the breaking out on the face again within the past month?
   2. What treatment shall I take at this time to completely remove these blemishes for all time so they won't recur again?
   3. Any changes to be made in my diet to avoid the acid and gas conditions with which I am troubled?
   4. Why have I been unable to get a stage engagement in the past six months?
   5. Shall I give up all thought of theatre for the present and go back to office work for [257]?
   6. Will [257]'s plans for the reopening of Carolina Wood Products Co. at Asheville, N.C. go through - and when - and what will the prospects be for me with this new organization?
   7. I don't want to go back to office work unless I must - so what steps should I take now to try to get into the theatre?
   8. Would it be best for me to try to get an office job from now until the summer time?
   9. Will I be able to get a summer stock engagement and through whom?
   10. Can I possibly get into the movies without being on the stage first?
   11. Would it be best at this time - or within a few weeks - for me to go out to California with Anita Kearney and attempt to break into the movies there?
   12. I seem to be at loose ends - without a job or prospects of many kind. Please tell me what is the best advice for me to follow at this time so I can begin to earn money and at the same time get into the work I want to get into. 13. Perhaps it would be best for me to consider marrying Dr. [4948], dentist, at ... Street. Would we be happy, married?
   14. It seems extremely difficult to get a theatre engagement without any experience as no agent will handle an inexperienced person - and impossible to get into the movies without a movie scout seeing you on the stage. What am I to do to break into this work?
   15. When will the time be favorable for me to get into this field?
   16. What advice generally concerning my physical, financial, professional life?
4. 2/23/34 See her Ck. Physical 349-16, answering also questions about her career and marriage.

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