Need a little inspiration? Our Backstage Experts are full of amazing advice to help move your career forward, and we wouldn’t want you to miss one drop of it. Here are five tips to keep in mind during the week ahead!
Know when it’s time to take a risk.“As tempting as it may be to encourage an actor to regularly expose him or herself to the unadulterated joy/abject terror that life can offer in any given moment, this advice must be tempered with the realism of actual day-to-day auditions, classes, and general living. There are certain times it is wise to take toe-curling, nail-biting, edge-of-the-seat risks, and there are other times it’s advisable to snuggle up under a safety blanket and leave the stunts to those who enjoy hospital food. The wisdom is in knowing the difference.” —Paul Barry
Realize it’s not all about you.“If you approach your work from a position of trying to get a job, trying to impress casting or your agents or your manager, or indulging in what you want the character to be instead of what serves the story best, you’re being self-centered. It’s not about you. It’s about the story of the project and your approach should be tailored to suit its
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