Ten practical, genuine ways for actors to build industry relationships, from collaborating with peers and doing theatre to events, social media and following up.
Michael Caine’s journey from working-class London to two Oscars and a knighthood, his long career from Zulu to Christopher Nolan’s films, and his practical advice on acting for the camera.
Why movement matters for actors, the main approaches from Laban and Alexander Technique to Lecoq and Viewpoints, and practical exercises for finding a character’s body.
A complete guide to acting classes: the main types, the techniques they teach, how to choose a good teacher, red flags to avoid and how to get the most out of training.
Bill Murray’s career from Chicago improv and Saturday Night Live to Ghostbusters, Groundhog Day, Lost in Translation and Wes Anderson, and what actors can learn from him.
There is no exact count of the world’s actors, but data from the US, UK and other film industries gives a clear picture of how competitive the profession is and what it means for aspiring actors.