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Acting Actor
One important tip for actors that they should be in good physical condition. They must endure heat from bright lights. They get water breaks so they will not get tired or sick from heat or thirst. Actors perform in stage, radio, television, video, or motion pictures. It's hard for most actors to find steady work. Only a few become famous "stars." Some well-known, skilled actors may be in supporting roles. Others work as "extras," with no lines or only one or two lines. They also teach in high school or college drama departments, acting conservatories, or public programs. As is known to all, actors work under constant pressure. Many face stress from the need to find their next job. Actors need patience.
Most acting jobs only last a short period of time—from 1 day to a few months—which means that actors can have a long time between jobs. Some actors have other jobs in order to make enough money.
Actors work long and irregular hours. They may do one show at night and another during the day. They also might travel with a particular job. Evening and weekend work is a regular part of an actor's life.