Actors portray characters in theater, film or television productions.
They use a script to express ideas and entertain the audience.
An actor’s work includes auditioning in front of directors and producers and meeting with agents, and other professionals in the field before accepting a role.
In order to authentically portray a character in front of an audience, actors need to thoroughly research the character’s personality and circumstances.
Actors also memorize lines and participate in many rehearsals.
If you want to become an actor, you should be aware of the fact that most actors struggle to find work and many of them never become famous.
Actors may have long periods of unemployment between roles and many have to take on other jobs to make ends meet.
Some theater or movie productions also require actors to sing or dance, so taking some singing and dancing classes may give you access to more roles.