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Actors and
Actresses Have Many Roles
By
Mike Selvon
Actors
and actresses are people who perform in TV drama or comedy
shows, movies, radio and theatrical productions. The word
actor was originally derived from a Greek word that meant
"to interpret." In early theater, all roles, including
female characters, were played by male actors.
A Greek performer named Thespis is widely believed to be
the first person who actually took the stage with the
intention of playing the part of a character to entertain.
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Prior to this time, all
stories had been told through the medium of singing and
dancing, or in narrative form. This man's name, Thespis,
is the origin of the term thespians, a term commonly used
to refer to theatrical performers.
Shakespearean plays are
perhaps the most famous of the original stage productions,
yet developments in both role playing and technology have
brought about many changes in the last century. Performers
are now famous for their work in a variety of mediums,
including radio, television, film, and Broadway musicals
and plays. Performers must have many different skills,
including vocal projection, speaking clarity, ability to
express emotional at will, an imagination, and the ability
to memorize large scripts.
Voice acting has become a
very popular occupation for many actors and actresses.
This medium includes voice-overs for television, film,
video games and computer animations. This work also covers
film dubbing, radio and television, and audio books.
Those who are employed in
this industry are called voice actors. Many well-known
actors lend their voices for both television and movies. A
voice actor likes this kind of work because it allows them
the privilege of working without having to worry about
makeup or costume changes.
Top actors and actresses
often participate in a number of different media venues.
It is not unusual for a performer to be known for their
performance in a comedy or TV drama, in addition to a
motion picture film drama. Some of the most successful
performers today have a well rounded portfolio and receive
many awards for their ability to showcase that talent.
These awards include the Screen Actors Guild Award and the
Academy Award.
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