Professional vs Amateur

AHarwood wrote:
>
> I just want to say don't bother with that last bit. If
> anything represents unprofessionality it is pretty much
> everything I said in my last paragraph.
>
> It is just that I know there is much debate about the line
> between professional and Community theatre actors and
> companies in Perth (and probably everywhere) But I think the
> answer is simple. There is no difference. Some actors are
> Paid Equity rates. Some are paid a token fee, some are paid
> nothing. Some are University Qualified, some are high school
> trained, some have absolutely no quallies at all. Some have
> jumped straight into professionally paid work, some have
> worked a couple of years in the industry before making it,
> some have been in the industry for over ten years and finally
> made it, others simply haven't made it yet.
>
> I guess what I am saying is there is no definitive line
> between a professional actor and a community actor that can
> be illustrated beside one of monetary interest. I just like
> pushing the point but I should shut my mouth and accept this
> fact.

I like what you're saying about the many different faces of performing artists. Not sure I agree with your conclusion though...see my argument in this thread. ('Willo vs Harwood'.)


> What should be said is - Acting should be about entertaining
> a crowd, giving every audience member the chance to see the
> best show they can. It should be about enjoying the work you
> do both during rehearsals and through the performance stage.
>
> So go out there and Perform everyone! Community and
> Professional actor alike.

A great sentiment, and according to the criteria in my other post, you've just climbed a few rungs higher toward 'professionalism'.




> This is Anthony Signing off with what should be my last rant
> on this website.

Don't let distance stop you ranting. This is the world wide web, after all.

Take care mate, all the best in your travels.

Cheers,
Craig

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