Acting is about taking the lead. Booking a co-star or guest-star once a year doesn’t feed the soul of an actor. Casting, producers, writers, and directors want people with momentum on their sets. Don’t wait to show up until someone gives you the part. Work for it now.
Start with your goal in mind. I want to be a lead in a film or a television series. Where do I begin? What is this going to take? How do I get there? Everyone’s path is different. You must be prepared to step up to the plate at a moment’s notice. Being the lead is all about making contributions. When you shoulder a project, you’ll need to come prepared with your energy, passion, and talent. Here are some guideposts to keep you moving in the right direction.
Finding your voice. If you want to be a lead, have something to say. You cannot be an empty vessel waiting for others to tell you what to do. Listen to who you are and what you want. Find your voice, why you act, what your gifts are, and how to bring them forward. This is the root of true success in this business. If you know who you are, it will show.
Cultivate your passion and enthusiasm for what you do. Love what you do. Feed and encourage this part of your
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