Theater actors embody roles that a playwright has written, not only performing the lines, but imbuing the characters with mannerisms and physical characteristics. But before setting foot on stage, actors must review scripts and then audition to get a part in a production. In addition to memorizing lines, they also research their characters. As stars of both stage and screen know all too well, they are never more exposed than when performing on stage. The power of theatre lies in its capacity to connect the audience directly with the onstage actors through a single shared experience. Success here can make or break an actor’s reputation.
