They express themselves in a way that other people get it. And that's all you really need. Though professional quality head shots and a resume will be required if and when you hit the big time. Conquering the Craft All the world may be a stage, but not everyone is an actor. Segal said training and experience are must-haves in order to make it.
Luck comes later.
That's what gives Loyola's drama students an edge in the business, she says. They undergo strenuous training for their body movements and voices. Then there are the endless hours of homework. An actor's job doesn't end after a rehearsal or a show is over. Researching the history a play and learning about the author are ingredients to a good performance.