Actors - Main Actors Actors use their voice, body movements, and facial expressions to portray characters. Actors spend time rehearsing their roles. They memorize lines and cues. Then they practice speech, gestures, and body movements. Sometimes they practice scenes with other actors.
Some actors perform in front of audiences.
Other actors perform in front of the camera. Some actors sing or dance. Many actors do their own makeup. Only a few actors become stars. Somewhat more actors frequently play supporting roles.