It has been said that we are all actors playing our part on the stage of life, and there is much truth in this statement. We all have played a supporting role when it comes to family and friends as we witness their triumphs and failures and stand by their sides through the passing of time. We have all at one time or other played the villain when we have unintentionally or purposely hurt someone. We have all, whether consciously or unknowingly, been the antagonist, playing opposite someone else's agenda and sometimes changing the course of their life forever. Often we are only guest stars, shining shortly but significantly in a person's experience. Other times, we are just day players, in and out of touch with someone we will never cross paths with again. And, of course, we are all the protagonists of our own lives.
All of us, wear facades to hide our feelings and protect our fragile hearts. All of us have at one time acted one way when feeling another, whether it was to avoid confrontations or in order not to hurt a dear one's feelings. Hopefully, most of the time, the way we act reflects our true nature, and I think the majority of people out there have the freedom and confidence to be themselves if at least with those close to them. Another factor is environment. People will not act the same way they do with friends at leisure as they do with coworkers in a business setting. There is an unspoken code of conduct for many of life's activities that are simply common sense and automatically understood and executed. Yes, in everything we do, we choose how we present ourselves and how we respond to others; essentially, we act.
Taking it a step further, people can create plots and story lines and put on an act, a show to convey a message... a message we all can relate to because we all are... actors. Acting is the expression of life. It is how we communicate and co-exist... we breath, we speak, we move, we give and we receive. Acting, as an art form, is a visual and audio depiction of this. As now in modern society, the dramatic arts are mostly used for entertainment purposes and have developed into a multi-billion dollar industry, acting also has almost always been an effective means of teaching lessons and instilling underlying moral values. For some reason, we tend to be blind in our own situations; but when it is put right in front of us in the circumstances of others, we see more clearly and are able to acquire a more unbiased perspective. I know I've seen plenty of movies and shows that have touched me and have made me want to be better, dream bigger, and be more appreciative of the blessings God has given me. This is one of the reasons I decided to have an acting career... to perhaps be able to give that same inspiration to others as well.
Other than the emotional stimulus and social contribution of acting, acting is just plain fun! How great is it to go to work and do something ridiculous, have a blast and get paid for it!! Yes, I could be making more (because I'm obviously not a superstar, yet ;) and I could work in other field in which I could be equally good or better at... but I thoroughly enjoy being a nurse on Monday, CSI lab technician on Tuesday, a club-goer on Wednesday, and maybe a villager or a Greek goddess on Thursday or Friday. I can't wait to have an actual role so I can develop a character and bring her to life in a real and meaningful way.
All of us, wear facades to hide our feelings and protect our fragile hearts. All of us have at one time acted one way when feeling another, whether it was to avoid confrontations or in order not to hurt a dear one's feelings. Hopefully, most of the time, the way we act reflects our true nature, and I think the majority of people out there have the freedom and confidence to be themselves if at least with those close to them. Another factor is environment. People will not act the same way they do with friends at leisure as they do with coworkers in a business setting. There is an unspoken code of conduct for many of life's activities that are simply common sense and automatically understood and executed. Yes, in everything we do, we choose how we present ourselves and how we respond to others; essentially, we act.
Taking it a step further, people can create plots and story lines and put on an act, a show to convey a message... a message we all can relate to because we all are... actors. Acting is the expression of life. It is how we communicate and co-exist... we breath, we speak, we move, we give and we receive. Acting, as an art form, is a visual and audio depiction of this. As now in modern society, the dramatic arts are mostly used for entertainment purposes and have developed into a multi-billion dollar industry, acting also has almost always been an effective means of teaching lessons and instilling underlying moral values. For some reason, we tend to be blind in our own situations; but when it is put right in front of us in the circumstances of others, we see more clearly and are able to acquire a more unbiased perspective. I know I've seen plenty of movies and shows that have touched me and have made me want to be better, dream bigger, and be more appreciative of the blessings God has given me. This is one of the reasons I decided to have an acting career... to perhaps be able to give that same inspiration to others as well.
Other than the emotional stimulus and social contribution of acting, acting is just plain fun! How great is it to go to work and do something ridiculous, have a blast and get paid for it!! Yes, I could be making more (because I'm obviously not a superstar, yet ;) and I could work in other field in which I could be equally good or better at... but I thoroughly enjoy being a nurse on Monday, CSI lab technician on Tuesday, a club-goer on Wednesday, and maybe a villager or a Greek goddess on Thursday or Friday. I can't wait to have an actual role so I can develop a character and bring her to life in a real and meaningful way.
To make someone cry, to make someone laugh, to help someone let go and forgive, or to encourage someone not to give up on their dream... What an incredible honor! An honor I hope someday is bestowed upon me.
"To be or not to be..." an actor... I am :)
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