Actors or actresses may work indoors in a theatre, community centre, concert hall or in TV, radio and film studios. Studio and stage lighting can make indoor locations hot. For film and TV, they may also be out on location, which could be anywhere in the UK or overseas – and could mean working in all kinds of weather conditions. Outdoor filming can be very uncomfortable and usually means a lot of sitting and standing around, waiting for lights, props and sets to be organised. Rehearsal facilities and dressing rooms can be fairly basic in small venues. In some roles, actors may have to wear uncomfortable make-up, prosthetics or costumes for long periods. Supporting actors and walk-on artists (extras) may earn around £80 a day, while actors in the West End earn at least £360 a week.
