Actor's Soapbox

There it is!!


No, I joke. Sorry it has been so long, but I am back! I didn't have much time because I got cast in my first paid show and it just ended. Woot-woot!! I also just got cast in my first "Operetta"- technically. It is the Mikado and I am excited.

Going through both of these experiences have really shown me just how much confidence plays into being successful, not only in acting, but in every aspect of life. 

This past week I also had my first go at film work!

Ah! Scary and intimidating!!

As much as I enjoyed the people I got to meet and work with, but it just wasn't the same! I love performing in front of an audience- feeding off their energy and giving them a gift, and I just didn't feel that as much with film work. I respect people who find their joy that way, but it was not for me. Not to say I won't do it again, but I do think my joy and future will live on the stage.

Now, to move on to the title of this blog: An Actor's Soapbox.

Since I am currently going to school, I run into people of all walks of life, largely students between the ages of 18 and 30. And amoungst these people lives my biggest pet peeve. Now we have heart the saying- there are no small parts, only small actors, and on paper we know this may not be the case. One part may have 1 line and another may have more than 100, so obviously one might be a little bit bigger. But it is not the size of the part that is important, it is what the actor chooses to do with part that is important. A perfect example of some one who took a small role and made something of it that led to bigger and better things is Rebel Wilson, now more commonly known as "Fat Amy".

She was given a small bit role in the movie "Bridesmaids" and for me was one of the most memorable characters. This lead to a slightly bigger role in "What to Expect When You're Expecting", where she was- again- hilarious, and most recently she was just in "Pitch Perfect" where she was a clear highlight. This is an excellent example of a small part and a big actors (I'm talking about talent here).

So when you don't get cast as the lead, don't bitch and moan about it. Find out what you can do with your character to help tell the story and entertain your audience. 

I believe that is what separates the good actors, from the the great actors.