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Viola Davis’ life story is certainly inspirational. After growing up in a small town in South Carolina in abject poverty, she graduated from Juilliard School and became an acclaimed theater, film, and television actress. Davis is celebrated for her consistently… Read More

Actors devotedly refine their craft, exhibit boundless creativity, and demonstrate commendable grit as they pursue their careers—and yet earning a living as a performer still presents considerable challenges. With all that talent and potential, it’s important for thespians to think… Read More

Konstantin Stanislavski once said, “There are no small roles, only small players.” In a SAG-AFTRA Q&A, acclaimed casting directors were asked if it’s true that there are no small parts. Here are their responses. Ellen Lewis, The Queen’s Gambit   Ellen… Read More

The Netflix series Squid Game has quickly become a sensation across the globe. The nine-episode South Korean survival drama debuted on September 17 and skyrocketed to number one on the streaming giant’s Top 10 lists in 94 countries. According to… Read More

The actor’s soul feeds on creativity, collaboration, and growth. When opportunities are hard to come by, even the most passionate of actors can feel stuck and discouraged. Knowing the entertainment industry is hit-and-miss and off-and-on, it’s important for performers to… Read More

Ewan McGregor took home an Emmy Award for his remarkably transformative performance in the Netflix miniseries Halston. To embody the role of fashion icon Roy Halston, the Scottish-born actor went to various lengths.    But first, Ewan’s versatility as an… Read More

“Deal with rejection because no matter what you’re trying to achieve, if you can’t do that, then you will likely give up.” —Tom Hiddleston English actor and producer Tom Hiddleston’s wide-ranging career includes many Shakespearean roles, the Marvel antihero Loki,… Read More

If you find your nerves getting the better of you while performing, rest assured you’re not alone. Even impeccably trained, experienced, and well-prepared actors can get the jitters during auditions and on set.   Andra Day Take Andra Day. The… Read More

Imagine feeling as though you’d completely failed in your acting performance with your scene partner Kate Winslet… and then winning an Emmy for that same performance. That’s what happened to Mare of Easttown’s Evan Peters. Indeed, Peters, who portrays the… Read More

Even the most exceptional actors can have poor performances from time to time. It doesn’t matter how brilliantly talented an actor is; a flop, one miscast role, a bit of substandard direction, or a lackluster creative risk can happen to… Read More

With school finally back in session, let’s take a look at the stars we love and admire and see what they were like as teenagers. Were there any clues they’d go on to achieve acting accolades? Or did they blend… Read More

Actress Jean Smart feels as though she’s living through a Jean Smart-aissance. In the past decade, the 70-year-old actress has seen a resurgence in her career, acting in a string of critically acclaimed shows, including FX’s Fargo and Legion, along… Read More

Challenges, obstacles, rejection, repeat—this pattern is familiar to actors across the globe. No wonder many performers have moments in which they question their commitment to the field. But as the saying goes: You only lose when you stop trying. Just… Read More

Casting director Theo Park loves being an integral part of a creative team right from the start of any given production. Her impressive casting credits include Apple TV+’s global hit Ted Lasso, the upcoming epic drama, The Lord of the… Read More

All of the performers we fall in love with on stage or screen have a way of making acting look effortless, compelling, even breathtaking. And the magazine covers, red carpets, and awards associated with celebrities are certainly glamorous. But becoming… Read More