Tag: first person
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Finding Yourself in The Industry
Jamie Robson discusses how his Scottish, working-class roots and self-taught start in the industry influenced his acting journey so far. Mentors such as Mark Cousins and Isabel Davis helped me appreciate that my challenging and difficult background was an asset. I stopped hiding the fact that I didn’t go to drama school. I used to…
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Using Social Media as an Actor
Actor Glenn Adamson asks if being present on social media is necessary as an actor and if so, how involved should you be? There’s a part of me that can’t distinguish where the line is drawn between self-promotion and narcissism. I recoil at the thought of being seen as that ‘selfish’ actor I was so…
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6 Things I Learnt as a British Actor Working in New York
Young British actor Jake Rose has spent the last five years living and working in New York. Here are his tips for anyone who is thinking about making a move Stateside in the future. It’s ultimately about learning to adapt to your new surroundings, persevering and doing everything you can to give yourself a better…
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Working as a Theme Park Performer
Actor Benjamin May wasn’t immediately sold on the idea of performing in a theme park but since working in the UAE he’s found it’s a great way to support yourself creatively. Opportunities for raw creativity were available and many of my colleagues developed music, dance and even entire shows for the park. Have you ever…
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How to Manage Days on Set as a Young Performer
Advice to all young performers, for their first time on set… Spending our days on a film set is the ultimate goal for many aspiring performers. You are able to witness first-hand the high level of craftsmanship required to make a production. You can enjoy creating while watching others do so too. From working on…
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Keeping Your Identity as an Out-of-Work Performer
It can be frustrating talking to people about what you do when you’re between performing jobs. Dancer Lizzie Perman explains why self-worth does not directly correlate with professional success. Not being professionally successful all the time doesn’t make you any less of an artist or indeed a person. This realisation freed me and actually allowed…
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Making Your Acting Dreams Come True
Performer Remi Rachuba moved countries, switched careers and studied in the UK as a mature student to make his acting dreams come true. He shares his journey as inspiration for anyone hoping to do the same. In my opinion, when a drama school auditions you, you also audition the school. Having moved to Scotland from…
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Am I Enough? Dealing with Self-doubt
As performers, it’s easy to doubt ourselves and question if we’re enough but forming new habits and thought patterns can help us recognise our self-worth. When you relieve yourself from the expectations and pressures of acting, enjoyment can become the focus once more When you begin your career as an actor, the highs and lows…
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Practical Tips for Making a Move to Hollywood
LA-based British performer Julia Farino shares five things you should know if you’re thinking of taking your career Stateside. If it’s your dream to work in the oldest and highest-grossing film industry in the world, then give yourself the best chance to realise your dream – do your research and prepare before you come. Have…
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Role Play and How to Succeed at it
What you need to know if you’re considering working in the world of corporate acting. if you think corporate role play is just a substitute acting job, think again. This work requires dedication, commitment and preparation. The beauty of being an actor is that there are a variety of areas to work in: theatre and…