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The Actor's Other Career Book: Using Your Chops to Survive and Thrive
by Lisa Mulcahy
Actors don’t have to become Broadway stars to make a living with their acting talents. This indispensable guide shows actors how to think outside the box to seek out and take advantage of jobs in a wide range of fields. The Actor’s Other Career Book pulls back the curtain to reveal more than 50 permanent and temporary positions available in cruise ships, trade shows, retail stores, advertising agencies, corporate settings, education, social outreach, tourist attractions, physical fitness, and much more. Whether actors are looking to continue performing in new venues or apply their skills to a new field, this is the resource to help make the transition. Interviews with successful actors reveal how others looked beyond the stage for lucrative and satisfying work, how they applied their training and background to their current positions, and how they achieved success on their own terms. A comprehensive listing of organizations, Web sites, companies, and publications provide a wealth of tools. All actors looking to take control of their futures will need this book.
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Reviews
“Finally, a book for the working actor who wants to explore something more than his or her next stage role. Whether you’re thinking of trying out voice work, teaching, massage therapy, or an outright career change, Lisa Mulcahy’s series of interviews with acting pros who have been there and done that is a great read and an invaluable resource.”
—James Palmarini, Editor, Teaching Theatre
“For an actor looking to supplement his income or change careers, both can be extremely intimidating. But yes, you can parlay your theatrical skills into a thriving source of revenue. By profiling professional actors who also specialize in other trades, Lisa Mulcahy shows you how many successful people in the arts routinely combine artistry with practicality. A fine, informative book.”
— Iris Dorbian, Theater Journalist/Reviewer
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