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The Industry
Impact of Injury Report Reveals High Rate of Performer Injury During Film, TV and Theatre Work

IPC’s Impact of Injury report shows prevalence of cast and crew injury whilst working in film, TV and theatrical production. Today, Thursday 6 March 2025, the Injury Prevention Consultancy (IPC) released a report looking into the impact of injury in film, television and theatrical production. Authored by IPC founder, Tome Levi, the report shows the […]

film
mental health
musical theatre
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Someone EFT tapping their forehead to reduce anxiety
EFT Tapping: What It Is and How It Can Help Reduce Performance Anxiety

Emotional Freedom Technique, the 30-second anxiety-reducing wellness therapy Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande used at the ‘Wicked’ premiere and how to use it on yourself. With countless interviews, green carpets, awards ceremonies and the global roaring success of Wicked, it’s no wonder Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande have been looking for ways to regulate their […]

auditions
mental health
soft skills
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
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Top 9 Time Management Tips for Actors

Learn How To Develop a Routine That Suits Your Schedule Time management is essential for actors. Whether you’re on a contract, between acting jobs, or at drama school, you must juggle training, side hustles, auditions, upskilling and learning lines with a social life – all while looking after your physical and mental health. Without efficiently […]

acting advice
mental health
wellbeing
The Industry
Between Acting Jobs: Juggling the Business and Art of Acting

How to balance the business and art sides of acting, and the importance of treating your career like a small business. Those of us trying to make a living as performers often find that there’s a tension between the ‘business’ and the ‘art’. These two ideas seem so much at odds – juggling both is […]

first person
john currivan
mental health
Lifestyle & Wellbeing
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Advocating for Yourself in the Workplace

​​​How to recognise an unhealthy working environment and stand up for yourself when working as an actor​​. Unhealthy working environments can exist in any profession and unfortunately, acting is no exception. Whether it’s on set, during the casting process, or while you’re touring a production, you could find yourself in situations where someone or something […]

mental health
soft skills
wellbeing
The Essentials
How to Deal with Nerves

Advice from performers on how to overcome your nerves when acting on stage or during an audition. Being nervous is a part of every performer’s life. Whether it’s in our new studios waiting for your audition, on stage, or the moment before a director yells, “Action!” we’ve all experienced it – from award-winning, experienced actors […]

auditions
interview
mental health