What if I don't make it as an actor?
In this Actor’s Quick Tip, Fay Beck, the principal of Beck Academy of Dramatic Art discusses the question that many actors don’t allow themselves to ask: What if I don’t make it as an actor?
Given the overwhelming statistics that are stacked against actors, it is not only valid to ask yourself this question but also healthier from a mental health perspective. Hiding this knowledge from yourself may set you up for disappointment later on. This is not a good thing. You want to be prepared for all that may be coming your way or which lurks beneath the surface.
Given the overwhelming statistics that are stacked against actors, it is not only valid to ask yourself this question but also healthier from a mental health perspective. Hiding this knowledge from yourself may set you up for disappointment later on. This is not a good thing. You want to be prepared for all that may be coming your way or which lurks beneath the surface.