TIPS TO BE A GOOD ACTOR

Becoming an actor is not easy. Acting is a serious business and needs discipline and character. Following are some important tips to be a good actor in the entertainment business.

Question Yourself

It is not a 9 to 5 job which will fetch you a steady career and security.** There are 98% of chances that you meet failure. **Are you ready for it ? Why you want to become an actor? Are you ready to work in odd schedules? If successful, can you able to handle and maintain the success? In show business, there is a lot of money, but there are also insecurities and risks. If you can explain to your family that you don’t want to earn a regular income and that you’re pursuing your luck, then come into this field with full dedication.

The Long Game: Patience in Acting Careers

Impatience does not have any place here. Be ready for rejections and failure. Be ready to learn and relearn. Accept the fact that failures are part of this profession. To become successful, you need to connect with good people. Again, it is not an easy task to find good people. One must learn the art of connecting good people. You need to have such tenacity that you can withstand humiliation and failure. At every step, you’ll encounter people who will try to pull you down. Those who manage to stay in this line without making enemies often find success.

Reading For Inner Engineering

The more you read , the more it develops and educates the actor inside you. Reading is essential for awareness and mental health. It enlightens your mind and helps in creative process. One good book may bring change in you, save you from taking any wrong decisions. Reading doesn’t just mean reading novels; it can also include articles, inspirational blogs, or any kind of post.

Earn Your Degree

Acting is a profession and requires certain skills. Learn the syllabus well in a good renowned acting school. Of course, acting cannot be taught, but a certified acting student gets smooth passage and always have chances of getting roles in movies. Out of a hundred, there’s usually one person who gets a chance here without taking an acting course, relying solely on their passion. If you have a degree from an institute, it can assist you in your struggles, helping you secure work more quickly!

Accept Yourself

If you feel you can do lead roles and the casting director says, “ you are fit for another role, say Hero’s friend or Heroine’s sister. Do not reject it , think about it and take decisions wisely. Something is better than nothing. This will only apply, when you are not getting the desired role of your choice. You should work according to your strengths and have an understanding of what roles might suit you. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t land a lead role; being a good actor is essential in today’s environment.

Strength, Weakness, Opportunities and Threat Analysis

Assess your strengths and weaknesses. Work on your skills more. Lead a discipline life. The training in acting is no lesser than a military training. Refrain activities which can be a future threat for you. Wait for the right opportunity and never let it go , when it comes to you.

Wide Options Available

Remember acting need not have to showcase only on silver screen. Television and online medium are equally fruitful to a start a career these days. Embrace it . Keep yourself open for these options.

Beware Of Exploiters

Every field has manipulators and exploiters. It’s up to you how you mold yourself and choose your path.

Draw Your Line

For a good actor it is essential to follow your heart. Just do not blindly follow what the trend demands. If something is wrong and you are not comfortable doing it, never do it.