How to become an actor? What do you need to do it? Where to start? These questions often concern children, teenagers and, of course, their parents. In this article, I will give you specific advice based on my many years of teaching experience. If you really want to become an actor, play in the theater, or act in movies, read these tips. They may be useful to you. Also, you will learn what skills an actor needs in their work and career. To learn what it means to be an actor, you need to see what an actor does besides participating in productions and filming.
When a person says: “I want to be an actor!”
A person says: “I want to be an actor!” one must understand that an actor is a complex and very multifaceted profession. You need to have certain qualities and data to fully master it. Sometimes an actor has to travel a lot, experience emotional stress. There is always a lot of competition in this industry. To get a role, you have to go through auditions and castings. But if your desire is real and great and you are not afraid of difficulties, here are some recommendations on how to start your acting career.
Requirements for an actor
- Specialized education. This is a theater institute or other specialized education;
- Constantly be in good shape and constantly improve your acting skills;
- Have a set voice, have a beautiful speech;
- Have a plastic, mobile body;
- Be able to control the emotional state and be relaxed;
- Have a good physical shape;
- Have additional skills;
- Constantly be interested in the latest in theater and cinema;
- Be a well-rounded, well-read and erudite person (you never know what knowledge you will need for your next role).
Where to start?
If you or your child has decided to become an actor, start gaining experience now.
- Choose a theater or acting studio with good teachers and a training program, a good methodology, and real stage performances;
- Perform at school, at parties, and learn to act freely;
- Create a home theater with your family and friends;
- Visit theaters regularly and watch movies. Don’t be selective, watch different genres of performances and movies, and be filled with it;
- Be sure to discuss what you’ve watched with your friends, learn to analyze acting, directing, music, scenography, etc;
- Read specialized literature;
- Socialize more in interest groups. Communicate with those who are as interested in theater as you are.