In theater, actors perform live in front of an audience, while in movies and television shows, they may perform the same scene several times from different camera angles. Being an actor requires creativity, confidence, patience, and strong communication skills. Actors must also be good at remembering lines and taking instructions. Sometimes they need to learn special skills for a role, such as dancing, singing, speaking with an accent, playing a musical instrument, or performing physical activities.
Before getting a role, actors often attend auditions. During an audition, they perform a short scene or read lines to show their acting ability. Competition for acting jobs can be difficult, so actors may attend many auditions before being selected for a role.
